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Chemicals are necessary to control bacteria and algae to maximize the life of your pool and its equipment. However, in concentrated form, chemicals can be hazardous. Always handle and use them with care. Refer to the product's label for safety and handling information. The Pool Spa Products Business of Arch Chemicals, Inc. wholeheartedly endorses the safety guidelines of the National Spa and Pool Institute NSPI). Here are a few good suggestions to follow:

Keep all containers of chemicals in an upright position.

Note: BAQUACIL Oxidizer and BAQUACIL AD Oxidizer are strong oxidizers. The BAQUACIL Oxidizer and BAQUACIL AD Oxidizer containers have a vented cap. Storing BAQUACIL Oxidizer and BAQUACIL AD Oxidizer on its side or upside down may result in leakage or rupture. This could start a fire if it touches combustible materials. Always triple-rinse the BAQUACIL Oxidizer and BAQUACIL AD Oxidizer container in regular pool water before you dispose of it.)

• In case of spill or accidental contact, follow the label directions.

• Do not overdose products. Follow all label directions carefully.

• Keep all chemicals out of reach of children.

• Store chemicals in a cool, well-ventilated area away from combustible materials. Do not store chemicals in a motor vehicle.

• Never mix concentrated chemicals together. Always add each by itself. Always add chemicals to water; never add water to chemicals.

• Keep containers closed when not in use, and use each cap only with its own container.

• Avoid contact with skin or eyes. Wear safety goggles and rubber gloves when handling concentrated chemicals.

• Add only the amount of chemicals specified.

• When adding chemicals, always read label for specific instructions. Many chemicals are added by spreading them around the water edge or around pool inlet while the filter is running.

• In case of contact or accidental swallowing, follow the emergency advice on the label, and contact your doctor or poison control center.

• Do not intentionally drink large amounts of chemically treated pool water.

• Keep concentrated chemicals off your grass, shrubs and other growing things.

• Do not backwash chemically treated pool water into your vegetable gardens.

• Dispose of excess product and empty containers per label instructions. Do not pour any dispensed product back into the container. Do not reuse an empty container.

FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL INFORMATION, call the poison control center nearest you, or dial 1-800-654-6911.

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