EMX, EMXO and EMXGO SERIES WATER BOILERS
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1 SAFETY
CONSIDERATIONS
PRODUCT SAFETY INFORMATION
REFRACTORY CERAMIC FIBER PRODUCT WITH CRYSTALLINE SILICA
WARNING
:
This product contains crystalline silica, which has been identified by the International Agency for
Research on Cancer (IARC) as carcinogenic to humans. This product also contains refractory ceramic fibers, which
have been identified by the IARC as possibly carcinogenic to humans
.
Avoid breathing fiber particulates and dust.
RISKS
:
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Airborne fibrous insulation is a possible cancer hazard by inhalation.
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Airborne crystalline silica may cause silicosis (lung disease) by inhalation.
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May cause temporary irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract.
PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES
:
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Minimize airborne fibers with engineering controls.
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Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirators as required (see MSDS).
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Wear long sleeved, loose-fitting clothing, eye protection and gloves.
FIRST AID MEASURES
:
(If any of the irritations listed persists, seek medical attention)
Eyes:
Flush with water.
Skin:
Wash with soap and warm water.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. Get medical attention if gastrointestinal symptoms develop.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh clean air.
WARNING: If you are unfamiliar with the safe handling of refractory ceramic fiber products, or if you wish
additional information prior to beginning any disassembly of the water heater or boiler that might expose refractory
ceramic fiber materials, contact: Unifrax Corporation, 2351 Whirlpool Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14305-2413, 1-800-
322-2293.
IDENTIFICATION OF REFRACTORY CERAMIC FIBER MATERIALS (RCF):
The Combustion Chamber contains RCF
materials which are located within the product and are not generally exposed except during service, disassembly
or assembly.