IM-P150-07
ST Issue 4
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1.12 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.
1.13 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 550°C (1 022°F).
Many products are not self-draining. Take due care when dismantling or removing
the product from an installation (refer to 'Maintenance instructions').
1.14 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.
1.15 Disposal
Unless otherwise stated in the Installation and Maintenance Instructions, this product
is recyclable and no ecological hazard is anticipated with its disposal providing due
care is taken.
1.16 Returning products
Customers and stockists are reminded that under EC Health, Safety and Environment
Law, when returning products to Spirax Sarco they must provide information on any
hazards and the precautions to be taken due to contamination residues or mechanical
damage which may present a health, safety or environmental risk. This information must
be provided in writing including Health and Safety data sheets relating to any substances
identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous.