Chemical Accident Procedures; During Storage / Troubleshooting - North Star Proven Performance M268197C Owner's Manual

Summary of Important Safety Information (continued)
Immediate response is necessary in the event of sprayer leaks, bodily chemical contact, poisoning, or
spills. See instructions below:
Sprayer leak If the sprayer develops a leak, immediately stop spraying. Turn off power to the sprayer
and follow directions below, as applicable.
Bodily chemical Personal contamination can occur when chemicals splash, spill, or spray directly
contact onto a person.
1. Immediately follow First Aid instructions on chemical label.
2. Seek medical advice if instructed on the label or the victim experiences symptoms of
Poisoning by In case of poisoning from ingestion or inhalation:
ingestion or
If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call 911. Otherwise:
inhalation
1. If you are the victim, immediately seek assistance from nearby personn el becaus e you
2. Immediately follow first aid instructions on chemical label.
3. Call a poison control center fo r further advi ce. In the U.S., call 1-800-222-1222. Have
Chemical spills Chemical spills must be quickly contained and properly cleaned up.
Refer to the chemical label for any speci fic cl ean-up instructions.
General procedu res 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:
------------------- DURING STORAGE / TROUBLESHOOTI NG ------------------
• PREPARE THE SPRAYER FOR STORAGE according to the instructions in this manual.
• SELECT a well-ventilated STORAGE AREA away from sources of heat, flame, or sparks. Gasoline
vapors can ignite and cause a fire.
• READ and FOLLOW the safety rules for troubleshooting / servicing the sprayer to avoid accidental
exposure to chemical and risk of electric shock.
Chemical acci dent procedures
General procedu res 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.
harm ful effects. Bring the chemical label for referen ce.
may become incapacitated.
the chemical label available for referen ce.
- Chemical manufacturer. See chemical label fo r contact in formation.
- 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.
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