Sulzer Metco ECO ARC 600, Manual

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General Safety Instructions
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Revision 1/10/08
1.8.3 Solvents used for degreasing
Parts to be coated must be cleaned and degreased. This is not
possible without hazards and is officially regulated.
• Degreasing by means of high-temperature steam spraying is
subject to the conditions of the waste water act. (Federal Water
Act - WHG).
• Degreasing by means of solvent must, depending on the
substance used, be classified as hazardous, harmful to health or
toxic/carcinogenic. Here the "Verordnung über gefährliche
Arbeitsstoffe" (Hazardous working materials act abbreviated to:
Arbeitsstoffverordnung - ArbStoffV) is applicable.
• Since 1 January 1995, on the basis of the amendment to the
BlmSchG, degreasing and cleaning with chlorinated hydrocarbon
solvents has been subject to new regulations and thus heavily
restricted.
• In no event should solvents be used without taking suitable
protective measures.
• Parts must be free from solvent residues. If solvent residues come
into contact with naked flames or hot surfaces, they can generate
toxic gases such as phosgene.
• The AGW values or other national regulations must be observed.
Caution!
• Obtain the safety data sheet for the substance used.
• Follow the operating instructions.
• Solvents are subject to an identification obligation in accordance
with the ArbStoffV.
• No naked ignitions supplies in the vicinity.
• No smoking.
• Seal containers tightly.
• Use on warm surfaces will result in rapid evaporation and a rapid,
uncontrolled increase in the AGW values.
• Wear suitable clothing during use.
Change drenched clothing immediately.
• Work only in well ventilated areas.