Freeze-dryer Epsilon 1-4 LSCplus
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Version 07/2022, Rev. 3.0 of 20/07/2022
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Translation of the original operating manual
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3.7.6
Hazards caused by acids in the products
DANGER
Risk of injury caused by acids in the products
Products containing acids may damage the material of the components of
the freeze-dryer and affect the mechanical strength.
This may lead to severe injuries.
Freeze-drying of products containing acids is only permissible if special
protective measures and equipment-related precautions are taken!
Consultation of Martin Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH is
absolutely mandatory in order to define the measures that need to be
taken!
• Refer to the safety data sheets of the products that are used!
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3.7.7
Hazards caused by azides in the products
DANGER
Explosion hazard caused by azides in the products
Azides form explosive metal azides when they come into contact with
non-ferrous metals (e.g. copper, brass, bronze) that may be present in the
pipe system or vacuum pump, for example. In addition, explosive dust-air-
mixtures may form during the aeration process after the end of the drying
phase.
There is an explosion hazard.
• Freeze-drying products containing azides is only permissible with
special protective measure and equipment-related precautions (e.g. a
special vacuum pump) and following a case-by-case examination and
the written approval by Martin Christ Gefriertrocknungsanlagen GmbH!
DANGER
Risk of poisoning caused by azides in the products
When loading and unloading the shelves, the personnel are exposed to
the product.
Skin contact or the inhalation of particles may cause severe damage to
health. There is a risk of pulmonary oedemas in the case of inhalation.
• Wear suitable protective clothes, gloves, and respiratory protection
or
• use an isolater sytem on the freeze-dryer!
DANGER
Risk of poisoning caused by azides in the products
When performing maintenance work on parts coming into contact with the
product (e.g. all parts inside the chamber, vacuum pump), the personnel
may be exposed to product residues.
Skin contact or the inhalation of particles may cause severe damage to
health. There is a risk of pulmonary oedemas in the case of inhalation.
• Take suitable decontamination measures prior to commencing the
maintenance!
• Wear suitable protective clothes, gloves, and respiratory protection!
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