Pre-storm activities
    Well before a storm strikes, be sure to:
- complete preventive maintenance checklist
 - adapt herbicide rig to spray liquid de-icer
 - flush tank to prevent contamination
 - service auxiliary motor
 - flush pump for correct operation
 - operate all systems to ensure correct operation
 - check all electrical components for correct operation
 - perform trial run with water to assure correct rates
 - calibrate equipment for specific application rate desired.(calibration procedure can be found in the in section 8.4)