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HEALTH AND SAFETY
INFORMATION FOR THE USER, INSTALLER AND SERVICE ENGINEER
Under the Consumer Protection Act 1987 and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, it is a requirement to provide
information on substances hazardous to health (COSHH Regulations 1998).
TR Engineering takes every reasonable care to ensure that its products are designed and constructed to meet these safety
requirements when the products are properly installed and used. To fulfil the requirements, products are comprehensively
tested and examined before despatch.
When working on the appliance, it is the responsibility of the user or engineer to ensure that personal protective clothing or
equipment appropriate to parts that could be considered hazardous or harmful is worn.
This appliance may contain some of the items below:
Insulation and Seals
Glass rope, mineral wool, insulation pads, ceramic fibre, glass insulation.
When handling, avoid inhalation and contact with eyes. These may be harmful and cause irritation to the skin, eyes, nose or
throat. Use disposable gloves, facemasks and eye protection.
After handling, wash hands and other exposed areas. When disposing of materials, limit dust and the risk of inhalation by
using a water spray. Ensure materials are securely wrapped.
Seek urgent medical attention if inhaled or ingested. Exposure to eyes and skin should be followed by immediate cleansing of
the affected areas and medical attention if necessary.
Glues, Sealants and Paints
The glues, sealants and paints used present no known hazards when the appliance is used in the manner for which it is
intended.
Handling
Adequate facilities must be available for loading, unloading and site handling.
Fire Cement
Some types of fire cement are caustic and should not be allowed to come into contact with the skin. In case of contact wash
immediately with plenty of water.
Asbestos
This stove contains no asbestos. If there is a possibility of disturbing any asbestos in the course of installation then please
seek specialist guidance and use appropriate protective equipment.
