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Disclaimer

The information presented in this site www.make-biodiesel.org and associated forums are presented for educational purposes only. Making biodiesel is making fuel. It involves the use of hazardous materials in it's production. It involves the use of methanol, a toxic nerve poison that burns in daylight without a visible flame. Ingestion of 4 ounces of methanol is lethal. Due to the slowness at which the body breaks down and removes methanol, minor exposures can build up over time to produce chronic symptoms. Children are at a greater risk to methanol poisoning due to their lighter body weight. It is a class 3 flammable liquid and burns about as easily as gasoline. There is no smoke and often no visible flames until the fire has spread from the methanol. Drums of methanol empty or full or partially full can explode when exposed to heat exceeding 386°F. Strong caustics are also used to make biodiesel. These can literally melt the flesh from your body. Most major home owners insurance companies have explicitly included making biodiesel anywhere on your property a reason for cancelling your homeowners policy. If you have a fire or accident that results in a claim, and you make biodiesel at home, the insurance company may not pay the claim and may cancel your policy

Even if you follow every safety precaution known to man, you can still injure or even kill yourself, your family and those around you. There is no absolutely safe way to make biodiesel. It is your responsibility to maintain your safety and the safety of those around you. If you choose to make biodiesel, we strongly recommend you seek out professional assistance in the ways to safely make biodiesel.

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