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User Manual AF-X Fireblocker Carbon Based Fire Extinguishers version 2.2
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SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Note that the steel generator is constructed in such a way, that it cannot be opened. Exposure to, and
thus contact with the extinguishing agent is highly unlikely under normal conditions.
6.1.
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
General measures:
Always ensure your own safety first. Ensure adequate air ventilation.
Avoid contact with skin, clothing and eyes. Avoid raising dust.
Ensure a low relative humidity in the room. As the extinguishing particles are microscopically small, they might
attract moist. Create a corrosion stop to protect sensitive electronical equipment if present. Also see ‘Methods for
cleaning up’ under 6.3.
6.1.1. For
persons other than
emergency personnel
Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
For personal protection see section 8.
6.1.2. For
emergency responders
Protective equipment:
Wear suitable respiratory equipment in case of insufficient ventilation or in case
of prolonged exposure. See also the information in "For non-emergency personnel".
6.2.
Environmental precautions
Prevent contamination in sewers. Prevent uncontrolled discharges into the environment (rivers, water courses,
sewers etc.). Prevent soil and water pollution. Stop leaks if possible.
6.3.
Methods and material for containment and clean-up
For containment:
Minimize generation of dust. Stop leaks if safe to do so.
Methods for cleaning up:
First ensure that the relative humidity in the room stays below 30% to ensure a corrosion stop.
Collect spillage (Vacuum clean, sweep up and shovel). Take up mechanically, placing in appropriate containers for
recovery or disposal. E.g.: collect with an electrically protected vacuum cleaner or
by wet-brushing and place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13). Keep in
suitable, closed containers for disposal (transport/Handling).
Clean contaminated surfaces with an excess of water. Wash clothing and equipment after handling.
Special cleaning advise for the dry or iced cleaning of sensitive electronics can be obtained at the AF-X Systems
technical department.
Other information:
Do not wash out with water in a sensitive environment. Dispose the product, depending on the degree and type of
contamination in an authorized waste disposal site.
6.4.
Reference to other sections
See section 1 for emergency contact information.
See section 8 for information on appropriate personal protective equipment.
See section 13 for additional waste treatment information.
