DeckoRail 186756 Use and Care Manual
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1. Copper Azole type C Pressure Treated Wood Safe Handling Information This wood has been preserved by pressure treatment with an EPA registered pesticide containing copper and azole compounds to protect it from termite attack and decay CA C Copper Azole Type C preservatives penetrate deeply into and will remain in the wood for a long period of time However some preservative may migrate from the preserved wood into surrounding soil or water over time and may dislodge from the wood during construction or use upon contact with skin The following precautions should be taken when handling the treated wood and in determining where to use or dispose of the treated wood HANDLING AND USE RECOMMENDATIONS Do not burn preserved wood see Disposal section Avoid prolonged inhalation of sawdust When sawing sanding or machining wood wear a dust mask When power sawing and machining wood wear goggles Wear gloves when working with wood All sawdust and construction debris should be cleaned up and disposed of after construction After working with the wood and before eating drinking toileting and use of tobacco products wash exposed areas thoroughly Wash work clothes separately from other household clothing before reuse Preserved wood should not be used where it may come into direct or indirect contact with drinking water except for uses involving incidental contact such as freshwater docks and bridges Do not use preserved wood under circumstances where th2. e preservative may become a component of food animal feed or beehives Do not use preserved wood for mulch Only preserved wood that is visibly clean and free of surface residue should be used for patios decks and walkways Use hot dip galvanized fasteners meeting ASTM A153 A653 304 or 316 stainless steel or other fasteners and hardware as recommended by the hardware manufacturer Do not use preserved wood in direct contact with aluminum Mold growth may occur on building products including untreated or treated wood To remove mold from a treated wood surface mild soap and water is typically used DISPOSAL RECOMMENDATIONS CA C products which are no longer usable such as cutoffs broken boards sawdust or treated wood material taken out of service may be disposed of in landfills Treated wood should not be burned in open fires or in stoves fireplaces or residential boilers ufpi com 2014 Universal Forest Products Inc All rights reserved 7784_6 14
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