Safety
13
2.5
Handling anti-freezing agents
Anti-freezing agents can contain dangerous sub-
stances such as ethylene glycol, which are particu-
larly hazardous to your health when swallowed.
Observe the following notes:
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Handle anti-freezing agents carefully to avoid
contact with the skin and eyes.
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Wear impermeable gloves if your skin could
come into contact for repeated or longer
periods or time. In addition, wear safety
goggles to protect your eyes.
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Make sure the room you are working in is
properly ventilated when handling anti-freezing
agents.
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Store anti-freezing agent in tightly sealed
and appropriately labeled containers in a well-
ventilated area. Do not place containers of
anti-freezing agent in direct sunlight.
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Avoid polluting the soil, groundwater and
natural bodies of water.
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Install a nonreturn valve at the drinking water
supply/cooling circuit transfer location to avoid
polluting the drinking with used cooling water.
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Build a dike with earth around anti-freezing
agent as it exits and cover it with absorbant
material. Pour the mixture into containers or
plastic bags and prepare it for disposal.
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Dispose of anti-freezing agents at a recognized
reprocessor or authorized incineration plant.
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Anti-freezing agent containers must be
completely emptied of any residue before
being disposed of.
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Pay particular attention to the specifications
and notes on the safety data sheet of the
anti-freezing agent used.
