Osmonds Gold Fleece Sheep Dip is recommended for the prevention and treatment of blowfly strike, ticks, keds, lice and scab infestations on sheep.

A re-usable dispensing kit must be purchased in order to use Osmond’s Gold Fleece Sheep dip. Each kit must contain the following components:

The product must be dispensed only by use of this kit, in accordance with the instructions on the dispensing kit laminated instruction card. If part-used containers of the product are to be kept for future use, the dispensing kit must be removed, washed and stored as per the instructions, and the original cap must be replaced securely on the product container. The dispensing kit must not be used for any other purpose.

One pair of gloves, one laminated dispensing kit instruction card and one laminated sheep dipping safety card are supplied with each container of Osmonds Gold Fleece Sheep Dip.

The dip concentrate container is fitted with a sealed closure incorporating a male inlet Quick Acting Shut-off coupling (QASC), a female outlet QASC and a draw tube that extends from beneath the outlet QASC to the marked corner of the container. When the container is fitted correctly into the dispensing kit, the tilt mechanism allows withdrawal of the maximum amount of dip concentrate from the container. The dip concentrate in the container must be dispensed directly into the dip tank only by using the Osmonds Gold Fleece Sheep Dip Dispensing Kit. Follow the instructions provided with the dispensing kit for fitting it onto the container and for dispensing the dip concentrate safely.

Osmonds Gold Fleece Sheep Dip concentrate must be dispensed only by using this kit. Read the directions for use printed on the product container before using this kit. It is essential that the advice on wearing protective clothing is strictly adhered to at all times when handling new or part-used containers of sheep dip concentrate, when using the dispensing kit and when washing used concentrate containers and the dispensing kit. This kit is re-usable. It should not be used for any other purpose. It should be washed and stored as directed on the instruction card.

Place the dip concentrate container into the cage on the base-plate so that the coloured corner of the container label is aligned with the coloured corner of the base-plate. This will tilt the container to allow withdrawal of the maximum amount of dip concentrate. Place the dispensing base-plate on level ground at the edge of the dip tank and feed the dispensing hose through the hole in the base-plate so that the hose hangs down into the dip tank. Where splash-boards are fitted the base-plate should be sited so that the dispensing hose is fed through an existing gap in the barrier. For extra security the base-plate can be attached to a solid object near to the edge of the dip tank using twine or wire threaded through the cage at the rear of the base plate

Connect gun inlet hose to container outlet valve and connect gun outlet to dispensing hose. Carefully pump the trigger of the gun until the gun reservoir and outlet tubes are full of product. Then dispense the required number of 60 ml volumes of dip concentrate for initial charging of the dip tank (see container label for details). The dispensing gun is fixed to deliver 60 ml only and is sealed for safety reasons. It must not be disassembled. When filling the gun reservoir, to ensure accuracy, it is important to wait until the plunger has returned completely before dispensing the dip concentrate. It is recommended that the operator keeps a tally of the number of volumes dispensed. After every ten x 60 ml dispensings, using a dry gloved finger, press down on the top of container inlet valve for a few seconds. This is to allow air to enter the container to relieve any negative pressure

Replenishment with one 60 ml delivery of concentrate treats 12 sheep.

Baths less than 2250 litres (500 gallons) must be replenished after every 36 sheep dipped (3x60 ml deliveries from the dispensing gun) and the bath must be filled with water to its original level.

Baths of 2250 litres (500 gallons) or more must be replenished after every 96 sheep dipped (8x60 ml deliveries from the dispensing gun) and the bath must be filled with water to its original level.

Approaching the end of the day's dipping, when replenishing the dip bath for the final time, carry out the first 1x60 ml delivery for a bath less than 2250 litres (or the first 6x60 ml deliveries for a bath greater than 2250 litres) and allow the gun to refill by releasing the trigger. Then disconnect gun inlet hose from container outlet valve and connect gun inlet hose to hose ensuring that the non-return valve on the end of the hose is secured to the clip on the carrying handle. Now pump the gun two more times and the final 120 ml of dip concentrate will be delivered into the dip bath. Replace transit cap onto the part used container. Now follow instructions on how to wash and store the dispensing kit (see Washing Instructions).

If a container is emptied during dipping disconnect gun inlet hose from empty container outlet valve. Immediately re-connect to a new container and carefully pump the trigger of the gun until the reservoir is full. When disconnected, do not try to operate the delivery gun until the correct connections (step ii) have been made. Store the empty container safely until the end of the days dipping. Do not rinse empty containers until the end of the days dipping (see Washing Instructions). This is to avoid the possibility of the introduction of water into part-filled dip concentrate containers. Even very small amounts of water can affect the long-term stability of the dip concentrate.

At the end of a day's dipping you must wash all empty containers to remove residual dip concentrate prior to disposal. The washings must be disposed of into the dip tank. Place the empty dip concentrate container into the cage on the base-plate so that the coloured corner of the container label is aligned with the coloured corner of the base-plate exactly as in step (i) Dispension of Dip product’ instructions

Disconnect the gun outlet hose from the dispensing hose. Connect the gun outlet hose to the container inlet valve and connect gun inlet hose to hose. Then immerse the non-return valve in a bucket containing at least 5 litres of clean water. Pump 3 x 60 ml (180 ml) of water into the container and shake the container to rinse it of any remaining dip concentrate

Disconnect the gun outlet hose from the container inlet valve. Connect the gun outlet hose to the dispensing hose. Disconnect the gun inlet hose from the hose. Connect the gun inlet hose to the container outlet valve. Pump the gun repeatedly to remove all of the rinsings from the container into the dip-tank

Repeat the rinsing and emptying processes two more times to ensure that the product container is empty of all traces of product before disposing of the container.

Having rinsed the empty containers, or at the end of a days dipping when no dip container has been emptied, you must then rinse out the gun reservoir and hose to maintain it in working order. Before following the washing procedure, if a part-filled container remains you must remove it from the cage and store it safely with the cap replaced. If not already in place, connect gun inlet hose to hose. Ensure that gun outlet hose is connected to dispensing hose. Then immerse the non-return valve in a bucket containing at least 5 litres of clean water. Pump at least 10 x 60 ml through the gun and the tubing into the dip tank to ensure that the gun reservoir and hosepipes are clear of dip concentrate

Remove the non-return valve from the water and secure it in clip on the kit handle. Pump the dispensing gun until the gun reservoir and hose are completely clear of water. Disconnect gun outlet hose from dispensing hose and gun inlet hose from hose. Rinse the outside of the dispensing hose and valves and by immersing in a bucket of clean water, then agitate and rinse all valves. Dispose of the rinse water in the dip tank. Rinse valves and by spraying with water so that the rinsings drain into the dip-tank, taking care to avoid splashing yourself or others. Repeat this process two more times. Then store the dispensing kit in the original carton, in a dry place below 25°C as follows: Connect gun outlet hose to dispensing hose and connect gun inlet hose to hose. Then secure the non-return valve in clip on the kit handle. This allows the air to dry the gun reservoir and hose system. A part-used container can be stored (with its cap replaced) in the base-plate cage

The dispensing kit has been shown in tests to withstand 5 years of simulated use. If you do need to dispose of the kit, rinse the gun and hoses thoroughly as in steps (iv) & (v). Dispose of the dispensing kit in accordance with guidance from your local waste regulation authority