Bonide Ant Bait Granules User Manual

got pests...get revenge
granular
ant bait
• Kills and controls sweet and grease eating ants, carpenter ants, cockroaches, silverfish and crickets
Ants take bait back to
the queen
• Long lasting/weather-resistant bait
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Distributed by Bonide Products, Inc. 6301 Sutliff Road Oriskany, NY 13424
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It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.
This product is a ready-to-use, weather/moisture resistant bait that controls and kills ants (except fire ants), cockroaches, crickets, earwigs, silverfish, snails and slugs, specifically: Ants: Argentine, Carpenter, Thief, Pharaoh, Little Black, Pavement, Odorous House and Crazy Ants. Cockroaches: Asian, American, Brown, Brown Banded, Smokey Brown, German and Oriental Cockroaches. Crickets: Camel, House, Field and Mole Crickets. Snails and
Slugs. European Earwigs.
Do not contaminate this product with other pesticides. If this product becomes contaminated with another pesticide it will lose its effectiveness. Do not apply directly to food and avoid contamination of feed and foodstuff. In food handling and other areas, bait may be placed in bait stations. Always record the number and location of bait stations. This product is designed to be used as a residual treatment in an Integrated Pest Management program incorporating good sanitation practices. Keep children and pets out of treatment area until application has been completed. Do not treat pets with this product. Avoid over-application around ornamental plants and fish ponds. Do not apply this product in combination with fertilizers, other pesticides or other biologically-active materials.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
GENERAL INFORMATION
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
To Control and Kill Ants (except fire ants), Cockroaches, Crickets, Mole Crickets, Snails and Slugs on Lawns: Apply bait evenly to affected areas
at the rate of 3.2 ounces or 2/3 cup per 100 square feet. When treating for mole crickets: Thoroughly irrigate treatment areas in the late afternoon prior to application. For maximum effectiveness, do not irrigate treated area immediately after application.
Exterior Baiting to Control and Kill Ants (except fire ants), Including Carpenter Ants, Around Garages, Homes, Recreational Vehicles and Other Structures: Treat exterior perimeter areas
of structure in a band 2 to 4 feet wide at a rate of 6 ounces per 100 square feet. Also apply product in a 2 to 4 foot band around all trees, stumps, firewood piles and other locations where carpenter ants may nest. If the nest is located in a hollow tree or stump, apply ½ to 1 ounce of product directly into the cavity. Apply along ant trails and in areas where ant activity has been noted.
To Control and Kill Ants (except fire ants), Cockroaches, Crickets, Earwigs and Silverfish Within and Around the Exterior of Structures such as Garages, Homes and Recreational Vehicles: Apply at a rate of 6 ounces or 1.25 cups
per 100 square feet of surface area. Spread evenly in crawl spaces, attics, drop ceilings and cellars with dirt or gravel floors. Concentrate application in areas where insect activity is most prevalent. In attics, be sure to apply in eaves and access drains. In garages and basements, concentrate application along walls and baseboards. This product may
also be applied in inaccessible areas such as cracks and crevices where insects may hide. Bait may also be placed in bait stations in areas accessible to insects but inaccessible to children and pets. Always record the location and number of bait stations. Regularly inspect bait stations and replace bait as needed. Treat exterior perimeter building walls in a band approximately 2 feet wide and scatter bait in flower beds, leaf litter, wood piles, trash cans and refuse areas. Reapply as necessary.
For treating new construction: Apply in wall voids and other areas where insects may hide.
For perimeter treatments: Spread bait at a rate of 6 ounces or 1.25 cups per 100 square feet in a band at least 2 feet wide around foundations, patios, driveways, sidewalks, entrances to homes and buildings, or other areas where insects are present. Apply around landscape lighting, floodlights, or other exterior fixtures and scatter bait in flower beds, leaf litter, wood piles, trash cans and refuse areas. Reapply as necessary.
For treating ant mounds: Apply ½ to 1 ounce of this product around all ant mounds. Supplement by broadcast application in immediate area and along ant trails and in areas where ant activity has been noted.
To Control and Kill Ants (except fire ants), Cockroaches, Crickets, Earwigs and Silverfish In Apartments, Boats, Garages, Homes, Mobile Homes, New Construction, Recreational Vehicles: Food area application limited to only crack and crevice treatment. Apply only in areas inaccessible
to children and pets. Avoid contamination of feed
and foodstuffs. Apply liberally, scattering under and behind refrigerator, cooler, stove, sink, dishwasher, washing machine and dryer tubs; counters; into openings around drains, water pipes and electrical conduits; and in cracks and crevices along baseboards and corners of cabinets, counter tops, cupboards and closets. Remove all lower drawers in kitchen and bathroom cabinets, bedroom dressers and chests of drawers, then scatter liberally in drawer wells. Any bait visible after application must be brushed into cracks and crevices or removed. Reapply as necessary. Bait may also be placed in removable bait stations in areas accessible to insects but inaccessible to children and pets. Always record the location and number of bait stations. Regularly inspect bait stations and replace bait as needed.
Exterior Baiting to Control and Kill Snails and Slugs in Flower Gardens and Around Ornamentals, Groundcovers and Shrubs: At the
beginning of the spring planting season (before damage occurs), broadcast 6 ounces per 100 square feet in areas likely to be infested with snails and slugs. It is best to apply the bait during early morning or evening when slugs and snails are present and eating. Reapply every four weeks for satisfactory control.
To Control and Kill Snails and Slugs in Interiorscapes: Evenly apply bait to soil at a rate
of 6 ounces per 100 square feet no more than once every 4 to 6 weeks.
Pesticide Storage: Store in a dry place. Do not store where children or animals may gain access. Disposal: Non-refillable container; do not reuse or refill this container. If empty: Offer for recycling, if available; otherwise place in trash. If partly filled: Call your local solid waste agency for disposal instructions. Never place unused product down any indoor or outdoor drain.
If in Eyes: • Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye.
• Call a poison control center or doctor
for treatment advice.
If on Skin: • Take off contaminated clothing.
• Immediately rinse skin with
water for 15-20 minutes.
• Call a poison control center or doctor
for treatment advice.
Have the product container or label with you when
calling a poison control center or doctor, or going for treatment. You may also contact the National Pesticide
Information Center at 1-800-858-7378 for emergency
medical treatment information.
Storage and Disposal
FIRST AID
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PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
Hazards to Humans & Domestic Animals
CAUTION: Harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes moderate
eye irritation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Applicators and handlers must wear: Long-sleeved shirt and long pants; waterproof gloves; and shoes plus
socks. Follow manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning/ maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for washables
are given, use detergent and hot water.
User Safety Recommendations
Users should:
• wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum,
using tobacco or using the toilet.
• remove clothing immediately if pesticide gets inside;
then thoroughly wash and put on clean clothing.
• Immediately remove PPE after handling this product.
Wash the outside of gloves before removing. As soon as possible, thoroughly wash and change into clean clothing.
Do not apply directly to water, to areas where surface water is present or to intertidal areas below the mean
high-water mark. Do not contaminate water when
disposing of equipment washwaters or rinsate.
To the extent not prohibited by applicable law, Manufacturer warrants that this product conforms to the chemical description on the label and is reasonably t for the purposes stated on the label when used in strict accordance with the directions, subject to the inherent risks set forth below. To the extent not prohibited by applicable law, MANUFACTURER MAKES NO OTHER
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY.
Environmental Hazards
WARRANTY
The directions for use are believed to be adequate and must be carefully followed. It is impossible to eliminate all risks associated with use of this product. Lack of performance or other unintended consequences may result because of such factors as use of the product contrary to label instructions, abnormal conditions, the presence of other materials, climatic conditions or the manner of application, all of which are beyond the control of the Manufacturer. To the extent not prohibited by applicable law, the buyer/user assumes all such risks.
To the extent not prohibited by applicable law the exclusive remedy for losses or damages resulting from this product (including claims based on contract, negligence, strict liability or other legal theories) shall be limited to, at Manufacturer’s election, one of the following:
1. Refund of purchase price paid by buyer or user for product bought, or
2. Replacement of amount of product used. To the extent not prohibited by applicable law: a) Manufacturer shall not be liable for losses or damages resulting from handling or use of this product unless Manufacturer is promptly notied of such loss or damage in writing; and b) IN NO CASE SHALL MANUFACTURER BE LIABLE
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMIT, HEALTH RELATED DAMAGES OR INJURIES.
The terms of this Warranty Disclaimer and Limitation of Remedies cannot be varied by any written or verbal
statements or agreements. No employee or sales agent of Manufacturer or the seller is authorized to vary or exceed the terms of this Warranty Disclaimer or Limitation of Remedies in any manner.
It is not intended that this product be used to practice any patent not owned by Bonide Products, Inc., whether mentioned or not, without procurement of a license (if necessary) from the owner following investigation by the user.
INHERENT RISKS OF USE
LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
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