Metric Herbicide

Tips For Use

Restraints:

• Do not apply to turf that is stressed by any cause (such as severe weather conditions, waterlogging, drought, excessive soil acidity or alkalinity, poor nutrient status, disease, nematode or insect damage) as crop injury may result.
• Do not store a suspension of metric herbicide for more than two days, otherwise, a significant breakdown may occur.
• Do not store tank mixes of metric herbicide.
• Do not apply to the foliage of desirable plants.
• Do not use near newly planted shrubs, young ornamental and species with shallow surface roots.
• Do not apply if heavy rain or storms are likely to cause runoff is forecast.
• Do not irrigate to the point of runoff for at least 2 days after application.
• Do not apply by air or through any type of irrigation equipment.
• Do not apply when turf or weeds are not actively growing.
• Do not apply where winter grass, ryegrass, crabgrass or bentgrasses are desired species.
• Do not use it on golf or bowling greens.
• Do not apply to newly seeded, sodded or sprigged turf.
• Delay application until turf is at 100% cover and the root system is developed beyond 15 cm depth.
• Do not apply within 10 metres of desired cool-season grass varieties (i.e. Bent/winter grass greens).

Mixing:

• Add the required quantity of Metric Herbicide to the partly filled spray tank while agitating.
• Fill the tank and agitate to ensure thorough mixing. 
• Continue agitation while spraying. 
• Reseal partly used container immediately.

Application:

Ground Application:

• Spray nozzles should be uniformly spaced and of the same size and should provide an accurate and uniform application. 
• Use spray nozzles that produce a medium spray quality. 
• To ensure accuracy, calibrate the sprayer before use and calibrate frequently.
• Apply at a volume of 400 to 800 L of water per hectare (4-8L per 100m²). 
• Higher volumes should be used for severe weed infestations to ensure adequate spray coverage.
• Good weed coverage with the spray is essential for optimum weed control. 
• Observe sprayer nozzles frequently during the spraying operation to ensure that the spray pattern is uniform. 
• Avoid overlapping of spray runs. 
• Avoid application under conditions when uniform coverage cannot be obtained or when spray drift may occur.
• Do not apply aerially or through any type of irrigation system or equipment.
• When spraying avoid overlapping and shut off spray booms while starting, turning slowly and when stopped. 
• Neglecting these procedures will cause higher rates of application resulting in turf damage. 
• Delay spraying if heavy rain is expected within a few hours.

Frequency of application: 

• Apply no more than 2 applications of this product over a 12-month period.

Precautions: Re-Entry Or Re-Handling:

• Do not allow entry into treated areas until the spray has dried for low exposure activities (such as irrigation and mowing), unless wearing cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing) and chemical resistant gloves. 
• Clothing must be laundered after each day’s use. 
• Do not allow entry into treated areas for 6 days for high exposure activity (such as hand transplanting) unless wearing cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing) and chemical resistant gloves. 
• Clothing must be laundered after each day’s use.

Protection Of Wildlife, Fish, Crustaceans And Environment:

• Dangerous to aquatic organisms. 
• Do not contaminate streams, rivers or watercourses with chemical or used containers.

Storage:

• Store in the closed, original container in a well-ventilated area as cool as possible. 
• Do not store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight.

Safety Directions:

• Harmful if swallowed. 
• May irritate the eyes. 
• Repeated exposure may cause allergic disorders. 
• Avoid contact with eyes. 
• When opening the container, mixing and loading and preparing spray and using the prepared spray, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing) and elbow-length chemical resistant gloves and face shield or goggles. 
• Wash hands after use. 
• After each day’s use wash gloves, face shield or goggles and contaminated clothing.

First Aid:

• If poisoning occurs contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia 131 126.
• For further information, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).