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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

PRODUCT INFORMATION: AC Attack Dog 540SL is a non-volatile, non-selective, water-soluble liquid herbicide for the control of annual and perennial grasses and broadleaf weeds in a wide range of agricultural and non-agricultural use situations. AC Attack Dog 540SL may be used for weed control in agricultural land prior to sowing any edible or non-edible crop, but not prior to transplanting tomato seedlings.

When applying this product prior to transplanting crops into plastic mulch, care must be taken to remove residues of this product from the plastic prior to transplanting. Residues can be removed by 2cm of natural rainfall or by applying water via a sprinkler irrigation system.

AC Attack Dog 540SL is absorbed by plant foliage and green stems. It is inactivated immediately in the soil and does not provide residual weed control. This product moves through the plant from the point of contact to and into the root system. Initial visible effects on annual weeds take 3 to 7 days, but may not be noticeable for 2 to 3 weeks under cool cloudy conditions or on some perennial weeds.

CROP ESTABLISHMENT: AC Attack Dog 540SL Herbicide is recommended for the control of emerged weeds prior to crop establishment. Cultivation and/or planting operations that provide conditions suitable for crop emergence and establishment are required following herbicide application. Where heavy weed growth is present or soil conditions are unsuitable, planting should be delayed to allow for the decay of weeds and/or the development of more favorable soil conditions for the formation of a suitable seedbed. Incorporation of green or decaying vegetation may retard crop emergence under cold, wet conditions. Vegetation may be reduced by grazing, and weed decay may be assisted by cultivation to leave trash on the surface.

MIXING: AC Attack Dog 540SL mixes readily with water. Reduced results may occur if water is used containing suspended clay or organic matter (e.g., from dams, streams, and irrigation channels), or high levels of calcium, magnesium, or bicarbonate ions. Do not mix, store, or apply this product in galvanized steel or unlined steel containers or spray tanks, since a highly flammable gas mixture may be formed. Use stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper, fiberglass, plastic, or plastic-lined containers or spray tanks. Spray tanks, pumps, lines, and nozzles should be thoroughly rinsed with clean water following application. Ensure the sprayer is free of any residues of previous spray materials prior to mixing. Use spray solutions promptly as a gradual loss of activity may occur over a period of days following spray preparation.

MIXING INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Fill the spray tank 1/3 to ½ full with clean water and start agitation.
2. Where ammonium sulfate is recommended, add liquid Spraymate Liase at 2L/100L spray solution and mix thoroughly.
3. Add recommended herbicide/insecticide/additive to the spray tank and mix thoroughly.
4. Add AC Attack Dog 540SL and the remaining water. Mix thoroughly.
5. Add surfactant if required, near the end of the filling process to minimize foaming.
6. Always maintain adequate agitation during application and use the tank mix promptly. Clean all equipment after use by washing thoroughly with clean water.

TANK MIXTURES: AC Attack Dog 540SL may be tank-mixed with the following herbicides, insecticides, and adjuvants. Read and follow all label directions, restraints, plantback periods, and withholding periods, and safety directions for the tank-mix products. In multiple product tank mixes, a minimum water volume of 50L/ha is recommended, and local advice should be sought. Correct mixing order is important, as is good in-tank agitation when application/spraying is occurring.

Herbicides: 2,4-D ester, 2,4-D IPA, atrazine flowable or granular, carfentrazone, chlorsulfuron, dicamba, imazapic, LVE MCPA, metsulfuron-methyl oryzalin/trifluralin, oxyfluorfen, pendimethalin, simazine flowable or granular, sulfometuron methyl, triasulfuron, tri-allate, triclopyr, tribenuron. The addition of oxyfluorfen at 75mL/ha to recommended rates of AC Attack Dog 540SL prior to planting winter cereals will improve the knockdown of certain weeds.

Insecticides: This product is compatible with the following insecticides: dimethoate, fenitrothion, phosmet, omethoate, chlorpyrifos, fenitrothion ULV, and emulsifiable concentrates of dimethoate and fenitrothion. Other insecticides have not been tested.

Adjuvants – Wetter TX: Wetter TX is recommended for the control of Silvergrass and annual ryegrass in late winter and spring. Wetter TX is not a general-purpose surfactant and should only be used where recommended. Rate: 200mL/100L spray solution.

Adjuvants - Pulse Penetrant: Pulse Penetrant is recommended for the control of Bracken and many woody weeds. Rate: 200mL/100L spray solution.

Adjuvants – Ammonium sulfate: Spraymate Liase may be used as an adjuvant to alleviate the adverse effects of high levels of calcium, magnesium, or bicarbonate ions in water. Add Spraymate Liase to water first at 2L/100L spray solution.

APPLICATION: Boom Equipment: For boom application, a spray volume of 80L/ha or less is recommended for optimum performance. Nozzles and pressure settings should be selected to deliver a MEDIUM or MEDIUM-COARSE size droplet at the target (BCPC – British Crop Protection Council standard). The use of nozzle and/or pressure settings that produce VERY FINE or FINE droplets should be avoided as these are prone to loss or drift. In multiple product tank mixes, a minimum water volume of 50L/ha is recommended, and local advice should be sought. Correct mixing order is important, as is good in-tank agitation when application is occurring.

Shielded applications: A spray volume of 80L/ha or less is recommended using nozzle types and pressure settings to deliver a COARSE (BCPC) size droplet at the target. Crop damage may result if spray drift occurs through incorrect nozzle and/or pressure selection, inadequate shielding and/or wind strength, high evaporation rates, or excessive ground speed.

Wiper Equipment: Wiper Equipment (e.g., ropewick, canvas, felt, or carpet applicators) may be used to apply AC Attack Dog 540SL. Avoid contact with desirable vegetation. Operate wiper equipment a minimum of 10cm above crop or pasture. Weeds should be at least 15cm above the crop or pasture at the time of application. The speed of travel should be no greater than 8km/h. Best results are achieved at lower speeds and where two applications are made in opposite directions (double pass).