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HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION FOR THE
INSTALLER AND SERVICE ENGINEER - Page 28
Under the Consumer Protection Act 1987 and section 6 of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, we are required to
provide information on substances hazardous to health.
Small quantities of adhesives and sealants used in the product are cured and present no known hazards.
The following substances are also present.
Insulation & Seals
Material
—
Ceramic Fibre;
Alumino — Silicone Fibre
Description
—
Boards, Ropes, Gaskets
Known Hazards
—
Some people can suffer reddening and itching of
the skin. Fibre entry into the eye will cause
foreign body irritation.
Irritation to respiratory tract.
Precautions
—
People with a history of skin complaints may be
particularly susceptible to irritation.
High dust levels are only likely to arise following
harsh
abrasion.
In general, normal handling and use will not
present discomfort, follow good hygiene
practices, wash hands before consuming food,
drinking or using the toilet.
First Aid
—
Medical attention must be sought following eye
contact or prolonged reddening of the skin.
Thermostat
Material
—
Contains very small quantity of xylene.
Description
—
Sealed phial and capillary containing liquid.
Known Hazards
—
Irritating to skin, eyes and throat.
Vapour is harmful.
Inflammable — do not extinguish with water.
Precautions
—
Do not incinerate.
Avoid contact with broken/leaking phials.
Do not purposely puncture.
First Aid
—
Eye/skin contact, wash with clean water, seek
medical attention.
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