Enders 8121630, Instruction Manual

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FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
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Bring bystanders to safety! If possible, close
the valve on the gas cylinder. Cool off the
gas cylinder with water. When doing so,
pay attention to your own safety! A repeated
spontaneous, explosive combustion is
possible.
Q
In case of fire, filled compressed-gas
cylinders should be removed from the
flammable surroundings. If this is not
possible, the compressed-gas cylinders
should be protected against too intensive
heat by spraying them with water or similar
suitable means from a protected location.
MEASURES AFTER INHALING GAS
Q
High concentrations can cause suffocation.
Symptoms can be the loss of the ability to move
and consciousness. The victim is not aware
of being suffocated. In low concentrations
dizziness, headaches, nausea and problems
with coordination can arise.
Q
Bring the victim to a location where he/
she can breath fresh air. Call a physician or
the emergency services. Conduct first aid
measures in the event of respiratory arrest.
MEASURES AFTER SEVERE BURNING OR
SCALDING
Q
There is an acute risk of hypothermia
and shock. Call emergency services
immediately!
Q
Immediately extinguish possible burning
clothing with water or put out the flames
using a thick blanket.
Q
In the case of scalding: Immediately remove
clothing.
Q
In the case of burns: Leave clothing on the
body.
Q
Cool with cold water for at least 15 minutes
until the pain subsides.
Q
Cover the respective area with a sterile
Metalline compress. Place the side coated
with Metalline on the injured skin and loosely
fixate with a gauze bandage and a cravat.
Q
Do not use any “household remedies” such
as ointments, powder, oils, disinfectants, etc.!
MEASURES AFTER MINOR BURNS
OR SCALDING
Q
In the case of scalding: Immediately remove
clothing.
Q
In the case of burns: Only remove clothing if
it does not stick.
Q
Cool with cold water for at least 15 minutes
until the pain subsides.
Q
Allow minor burns or scalding without
blistering to heal with the help of fresh air; do
not cover with a plaster or any other dressing.
FIRST AID MEASURES
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