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Temperature
Allow time for temperature to normalise after isolation to avoid the danger of burns and
consider whether protective clothing (including safety glasses) is required.
PTFE seals - If seals made from PTFE have been subjected to a temperature approaching
260°C (500°F) or higher, they will give off toxic fumes, which if inhaled are likely to cause
temporary discomfort. It is essential for a no smoking rule to be enforced in all areas where
PTFE is stored, handled or processed as persons inhaling the fumes from burning tabacco
contaminated with PTFE particles can develop ‘polymer fume fever’.
VITON seals - If the Viton seat has been subjected to a temperature approaching 315°C
(599°F) or higher it may have decomposed and formed hydrofluoric acid. Avoid skin
contact and inhalation of any fumes as the acid will cause deep skin burns and damage
the respiratory system.
Tools and consumables
Before starting work ensure that you have suitable tools and / or consumables available.
Use only genuine Spirax Sarco replacement parts.
Protective clothing
Consider whether you and /or others in the vicinity require any protective clothing to protect
against the hazards of, for example, chemicals, high / low temperature, radiation, noise,
falling objects, and dangers to eyes and face.
Permits to work
All work must be carried out or be supervised by a suitably competent person.
Installation and operating personnel should be trained in the correct use of the product
according to the Installation and Maintenance Instructions.
Where a formal ‘permit to work’ system is in force it must be complied with. Where there
is no such system, it is recommended that a responsible person should know what work is
going on and, where necessary, arrange to have an assistant whose primary responsibility
is safety. Post ‘warning notices’ if necessary.
Handling
Manual handling of large and /or heavy products may present a risk of injury. Lifting, pushing,
pulling, carrying or supporting a load by bodily force can cause injury particularly to the
back. You are advised to assess the risks taking into account the task, the individual, the
load and the working environment and use the appropriate handling method depending
on the circumstances of the work being done.
Residual hazards
In normal use the external surface of the product may be very hot. If used at the maximum
permitted operating conditions the surface temperature of some products may reach
temperatures of 185°C (365°F).
Many products are not self-draining. Take due care when dismantling or removing the
product from an installation (refer to ‘Maintenance instructions’).
Freezing
Provision must be made to protect products, which are not self-draining against frost
damage in environments where they may be exposed to temperatures below freezing point.
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