Product Manual

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Operation – Important Safety Information
Chemical spills
Chemical spills must be quickly contained and properly cleaned up.
Refer to the chemical label for any specific clean-up instructions with regard to the
chemical spilled.
General procedures include:
1. Control the spill by stopping the source of the spill. If the source of the spill is a
container leak, place the leaking container in a larger, watertight container. Keep
unprotected people away from the spill site.
2. Contain the spill so that it does not spread and get into water sources. Use a shovel or
other tool to make a dike around the spill with soil, sod, or absorbent material.
3. Clean up the spill immediately -- Absorbent materials like ground corncobs or pet
litter should be spread on the spill area to soak up the chemical. The contaminated
material should then be shoveled into a leak proof container. Do not flush the spill
area with water until you receive advice as directed below.
4. Seek additional advice from the chemical manufacturer and your state's regulatory
agency regarding decontamination of the spill site:
- Chemical manufacturer. The chemical label provides contact information for the
chemical manufacturer.