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PN AA83838 | Revision C | 11-Mar-2019
ARL EQUINOX 100
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3.9 Gas
The ARL EQUINOX 100 uses a mixture consisting of 85% of argon and 15% of ethane . A gas
cylinder of 1 liter under 150 Bar can be installed in the system. During the op eration of the
instrument, a micro-leakage of about 30 to 40 mm
3
of the detector gas may be released every
20/30 seconds from the GAS OUT valve located at the rear of the instrument. This is a
standard behavior.
WARNING!
Exposure to high concentrations of the detector gas may cause asphyxiation.
Symptoms of the asphyxiation may include loss of mobility and/or loss of
consciousness. The victim of the exposure of high concentrations of the detector gas
may not be aware of the asphyxiation. In such a case, re move the victim from the
contaminated area wearing self-contained breathing apparatus. Keep the victim warm
and rested and seek medical assistance. Apply artificial respiration if the victim
stopped breathing.
Ingestion is not considered as a potential route of exposure.
There are not any known toxicological effects related to this product.