Dow THERMAX™ OR STYROFOAM™ - Manual (Page 4)

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STYROFOAM™ Brand Extruded Polystyrene Foam Insulation is combustible. Protect from high heat sources. A protective barrier or thermal barrier may be required as specified in the appropriate building
code.
THERMAX™ Polyisocyanurate Sheathing is combustible and shall only be used as specified by the local building code with respect to flame spread classification and to the use of a suitable barrier.
FROTH-PAK™ Polyurethane Spray Foam contains isocyanate, hydrofluorocarbon blowing agent and polyol. Read the instructions and Material Safety Data Sheets carefully before use. Wear protective clothing,
gloves, goggles or safety glasses, and proper respiratory protection. Supplied air or an approved air-purifying respirator equipped with an organic vapor sorbent and a particle filter may be required to maintain
exposure levels below ACGIH, OSHA, WEEL or other applicable limits. Provide adequate ventilation. Contents under pressure. Consult the instructions and Material Safety Data Sheet carefully before use.
GREAT STUFF PRO™ Insulating Foam Sealant contains isocyanate and a flammable blowing agent. Read the label and Material Safety Data Sheet carefully before use. Eliminate all sources of ignition before
use. Wear gloves, and safety glasses or goggles. Provide adequate ventilation or wear proper respiratory protection. Contents under pressure.
CAUTION: These products are combustible and shall only be used as specified by the local building code with respect to flame spread classification and to the use of a suitable thermal barrier. For more infor-
mation call Dow at 1-866-583-BLUE (2583) or contact your local building inspector. In an emergency, call 1-989-636-4400.
Building and/or construction practices unrelated to building materials could greatly affect moisture and the potential for mold formation. No material supplier including Dow can give assurance that mold
will not develop in any specific system.
NOTICE: No freedom from any patent owned by Dow or others is to be inferred. Because use conditions and applicable laws may differ from one location to another and may change with time, Customer is
responsible for determining whether products and the information in this document are appropriate for Customer’s use and for ensuring that Customer’s workplace and disposal practices are in compliance
with applicable laws and other government enactments. Dow assumes no obligation or liability for the information in this document. NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES ARE GIVEN EXCEPT FOR ANY APPLICABLE
WRITTEN WARRANTIES SPECIFICALLY PROVIDED BY DOW. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY
EXCLUDED.
Additional
Recommendations
• Builders may wish to install a
humidity sensor in the crawl space,
wired to a digital readout and alarm
upstairs, to help homeowners
monitor relative humidity.
• to minimize damage to the poly
liner, install carpet runners from the
access door to the water heater,
furnace and other appliances as a
path for service technicians.
• the homeowner should be
informed that a closed crawl space
should be treated as part of the
main house and must not be used
for storage of lawn equipment,
pesticides, fuel, etc.
SAFETY AND
CONDITIONS OF USE
FROTH-PAK™ Foam Insulation
• read the instructions and material
safety data sheets carefully before
use.
• froth-paK™ polyurethane
spray foam contains isocyanate,
hydrofluorocarbon blowing agent
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printed in U.s.a.
form no. 179-07259-1009XBBi
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and polyol. do not breathe vapor
or mist. Use only in well-ventilated
areas or with proper respiratory
protection. supplied air or an
approved air-purifying respirator
equipped with an organic vapor
sorbent and a particle filter may
be required to maintain exposure
levels below acGih, osha, weel
or other applicable limits. for
situations where the atmospheric
levels may exceed the level for
which an air-purifying respirator is
effective, use a positive-pressure,
air-supplying respirator (air line
or self-contained breathing
apparatus).
• isocyanate is irritating to the
eyes, skin and respiratory system,
and may cause sensitization by
inhalation or skin contact.
• froth-paK™ foam will adhere
to most surfaces and skin. do not
get foam on skin. wear gloves,
goggles or safety glasses, and
protective clothing. cured foam
must be mechanically removed or
allowed to wear off in time.
• the contents are under pressure.
GREAT STUFF PRO™ Gaps &
Cracks Insulating Foam Sealant
• read the label and material safety
data sheet carefully before use.
• Great stUff pro™ Gaps &
cracks contains isocyanate and a
flammable blowing agent. Vapor
may travel to other rooms. ensure
adequate ventilation. shut off all
pilot lights and extinguish open
flames; eliminate all sources of
ignition before use. do not smoke
or use lighters or matches while
dispensing foam.
• do not breathe vapor or mist. Use
in well-ventilated areas or wear
proper respiratory protection.
isocyanate is irritating to the
eyes, skin and respiratory system,
and may cause sensitization by
inhalation or skin contact.
• Great stUff pro™ Gaps &
cracks is very sticky and will
adhere to most surfaces and
skin. do not get foam on skin.
wear gloves, and safety glasses
or goggles. cured foam must be
mechanically removed or allowed
to wear off in time.
• the contents are under pressure.
the can may burst if left in areas
susceptible to high temperatures,
such as motor vehicles, or near
radiators, stoves or other sources
of heat. do not place can in hot
water. do not puncture, incinerate
or store at temperatures above
120°f (49°c).