Summary of Important Information
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•
DO NOT EAT, DRINK, SMOKE, RUB YOUR EYES, or TOUCH YOUR BARE SKIN while
handling chemicals and spraying
.
•
NEVER POINT A SPRAY GUN at people or animals.
•
EXERCISE EXTRA CAUTION when spraying near areas accessible to children and pets
.
•
CLEAN up spills immediately
per instructions on the chemical label.
•
TURN OFF power to pump, and RELIEVE system pressure
before leaving pump unattended.
•
SEE Troubleshooting section of this manual before attempting any repairs
. Wear personal
protective equipment and follow safety instructions.
After Spraying
•
CLEAN pump immediately after use
according to the directions provided in this manual.
•
DECONTAMINATE yourself after you are
done spraying and have cleaned the pump. Wash all
exposed areas of the body with soap and water, and remove and launder clothing.
•
DISPOSE OF or STORE remaining chemicals in secure storage with correctly marked
container
.
Chemical accident procedures
Immediate response is necessary in the event of pump leaks, bodily chemical contact, poisoning, or
spills. See instructions below:
Pump leak
If the pump develops a leak, immediately stop spraying
. Turn off power to the
pump and follow directions below, as applicable.
Bodily
chemical
contact
Personal contamination can occur when chemicals splash, spill, or spray
directly onto a person.
1. Immediately follow First Aid instructions on chemical label.
General procedures can include:
a) Eyes – immediately flush with water.
b) Skin – wash all contaminated skin surfaces with soap and water.
c) Clothing – remove contaminated clothing. Dispose of heavily
contaminated clothing per chemical label instructions.
2. Seek medical advice if instructed on the label or the victim experiences
symptoms of harmful effects. Bring the chemical label for reference.
Poisoning by
ingestion or
inhalation
In case of poisoning from ingestion or inhalation
:
If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call 911
. Otherwise:
1. If you are the victim, immediately seek assistance from nearby personnel
because you may become incapacitated.
2. Immediately follow first aid instructions on chemical label.
3. Call a poison control center for further advice.
In the U.S., call 1-800-222-
1222.
Have the chemical label available for reference.
Chemical
spills
Chemical spills must be quickly contained and properly cleaned up.
Refer to the chemical label for any specific clean-up instructions.
General procedures include:
1.
Controlling
the spill by stopping the source of the spill.
2.
Containing
the spill so that it does not spread and get into water sources.
3.
Cleaning up
the spill immediately.
4.
Seeking additional advice
from:
-
Chemical manufacturer
. See chemical label for contact information.
-
State pesticide regulatory agency
. In the U.S., call the National Pesticide
Info. Ctr. at 800-858-7378 for assistance in contacting your state’s agency.
