Thermo King Precedent S-600, Operator'S Manual

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Safety Precautions
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Refrigerant
Although fluorocarbon refrigerants are classified as safe, use
caution when working with refrigerants or in areas where they
are being used.
Refrigerant Oil
Observe the following precautions when working with or
around refrigerant oil:
First Aid
First Aid–Refrigerant
Eyes: For contact with liquid, immediately flush eyes with
large amounts of water. Get prompt medical attention.
Skin: Flush areas with large amounts of warm water. Do not
apply heat. Wrap burns with dry, sterile, bulky dressing to
protect from infection or injury. Get prompt medical attention.
DANGER: Fluorocarbon refrigerants can produce
toxic gases. In the presence of an open flame or
electrical short, these gases are severe respiratory
irritants CAPABLE OF CAUSING DEATH.
DANGER: Fluorocarbon refrigerants tend to
displace air and can cause oxygen depletion which
could result in DEATH BY SUFFOCATION. Provide
adequate ventilation in enclosed or confined areas.
WARNING: Fluorocarbon refrigerants evaporate
rapidly, freezing anything they contact if accidentally
released into the atmosphere from the liquid state.
WARNING: Always wear goggles or safety glasses to
protect eyes from refrigerant oil contact.
WARNING: Protect skin and clothing from
prolonged or repeated contact with refrigerant oil.
Rubber gloves are recommended.
WARNING: Wash thoroughly immediately after
handling refrigerant oil to prevent irritation.