diff --git a/code/modules/reagents/chemistry/machinery/chem_dispenser.dm b/code/modules/reagents/chemistry/machinery/chem_dispenser.dm
index ac8f3bc656..5089f06310 100644
--- a/code/modules/reagents/chemistry/machinery/chem_dispenser.dm
+++ b/code/modules/reagents/chemistry/machinery/chem_dispenser.dm
@@ -222,7 +222,7 @@
 	if(beaker && beaker.reagents)
 		beaker.reagents.remove_all()
 	cell.use(total/powerefficiency)
-	cell.emp_act()
+	cell.emp_act(severity)
 	visible_message("<span class='danger'>[src] malfunctions, spraying chemicals everywhere!</span>")
 	..()
 
@@ -400,4 +400,4 @@
 		"cryoxadone",
 		"ammonia",
 		"ash",
-		"diethylamine")
\ No newline at end of file
+		"diethylamine")