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Narrow Body EL2.1 (REV. A)
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Owner's Manual
2021-03-22
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Owner’s
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Chemical hazards
Potassium Hydroxide is used in the Electrolyser as the main process liquid (Electrolyte).
This electrolyte is typically delivered pre-mixed with the Electrolyser but is sometimes provided as a
powder to be diluted. For more information on this process, please refer to
Warning!
Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) of all chemicals
used before handling them. All persons mixing, draining and handling the
electrolyte must be informed about any potential hazards involved with
these activities.
Attention:
Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment. Avoid any
contact with eyes and skin.
If you come into contact with the solution, immediately wash the affected
area and refer to the material safety data sheet of potassium hydroxide
supplied with the Electrolyser.
Attention:
Carefully read the instructions contained in this manual before
beginning work. Follow the instructions
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if you have any questions, please
contact the Enapter support team.
Ensure
all material used to store and contain your electrolyte solution is
chemically compatible with it.
In the event of physical contact with the undiluted substance, refer to the material safety data sheet
of potassium hydroxide and follow the instructions below.
First Aid Recommendations
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In the event of skin contact, take off contaminated clothing
immediately. Wash off with soap and plentiful water. Consult a
doctor.
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In the event of eye contact, rinse carefully with plentiful water for at
least 15 minutes, and consult a doctor.
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If ingested, do not administer anything to people that have fainted.
Rinse mouth with water.
Consult a doctor immediately.
Chemical information
Substance: Potassium Hydroxide
CAS no.: 1310-58-3
EC no.: 215-181-3
Classification: C.
R Phrases:R22,R 36/38, R43, R42
S Phrases: S24-37, S39, S62
(see Safety Material Data Sheet included in the shipment)
Drained solution
Before draining the Electrolyser through the Fill/Drain port, wear appropriate personal protective
equipment. For more information, refer to
below. Collect the liquid in an appropriate
container and place in a chemical waste container. Do not flush to sewer. Dispose of the liquid in
compliance with applicable local regulations.
