What is the proper method for calibrating application equipment?

Calibrating application equipment is crucial for ensuring that the correct amount of pesticide is applied in a safe and effective manner. The proper method involves measuring how much material is collected over a set time in a graduated container. This method directly assesses the flow rate of the application equipment, allowing the operator to determine if the equipment is dispensing the correct volume of product.

By collecting the output in a graduated container for a specific duration, operators can accurately evaluate the performance of the equipment, making adjustments as necessary to achieve the desired application rate. This method provides a clear quantitative measurement that is essential for maintaining application precision and compliance with regulations.

Other methods, while useful for different maintenance aspects, do not provide the same direct measurement of application rate. Measuring pressure may indicate operational issues, estimating area treated can lead to inaccuracies, and checking for leaks is important for equipment integrity, but none of these methods directly calibrate the flow rate of the application equipment in a manner that ensures accuracy in pest control application.