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13 CONSIDERATIONS ON DISPOSAL
General
Do not dispose of where accumulation can be hazardous.
Usable with reconditioning.
The depressurised containers must be returned to the supplier.
Contact the supplier if instructions for use are deemed necessary.
14 INFORMATION FOR TRANSPORT
Designation for transport
LIQUEFIED GAS N.A.S.
( DIFLUOROMETHANE, PENTAFLUOROETHANE )
UN No.
3163
Class/Div
2.2
ADR /RID No.
2, 2nd A
ADR/RID hazard no.
20
ADR label
Label 2 : non-toxic non-flammable gas.
CEFIC Groupcard
20g39 - A
Other information for transport
Avoid transport on vehicles where the loading zone is not separate from the cab.
Make sure the driver is informed about the potential risk of the load and knows what to do in case of
accident or emergency.
Before starting transport, make sure the load is properly secured and :
make sure the valve of the container is closed and does not leak;
make sure the blind cap of the valve (when provided) is correctly fitted;
make sure the cap (when provided) is correctly fitted and that there is an adequate ventilation passa-
ge;
ensure compliance with the current provisions.
15 INFORMATION ON REGULATIONS
The product must not be labelled according to Directive 1999/45/EC.
Comply with the regulations given below, and the relevant applicable updates and amendments.
Circulars no. 46/79 and 61/81 of the Ministry of Labour : Risks related to the use of products containing aromatic amines
Leg. Decree no. 133/92 : Regulations on the discharge of hazardous substances in waters
Leg. Decree no. 277/91 : Protection of workers against noise, lead and asbestos
Law 256/74, Decree 28/1/92, Leg. Decree no. 52 dated 3/2/97, Decree dated 28/4/97 as amended : Classification, packing and labelling of hazardous
substances and preparations
Decree no. 175/88, as amended : Activities with significant accident risks (Seveso Law)
Decree no. 203/88 : Emissions into the atmosphere
Decree no. 303/56 : Work hygiene
Decree no. 547/55 : Regulations on accident prevention
Leg. Decree no.152 dated 11/5/99 : Protection of waters
16 OTHER INFORMATION
Recommended uses
Refrigerant
Can cause suffocation in high concentration.
Keep in a well-ventilated place.
Do not breathe the gas.
The risk of suffocation is often underestimated and must be clearly explained during the training of operators.
Ensure compliance with all the national and regional regulations.
Before using this product in any new process or trial, an in-depth study on safety and compatibility of the product with the materials must be carried out.
The above information is based on our current know-how and describes the product according to the safety requirements. It does not however represent
a guarantee and assurance of the qualities in a legal sense. Each person responds personally for compliance with such regulations.
The information contained in this document is to be deemed valid at the time of printing. The company declines any liability for damage caused by use of
the product in incorrect applications and/or conditions different from those provided for.
First aid
•
Move the victim away from the toxic source, keep him warm and allow him to rest.
•
Administer oxygen if necessary.
•
Proceed with artificial respiration if necessary.
•
Give heart massage in the case of heart failure.
•
Immediately seek medical help.
Contact with the skin:
•
Immediately thaw the affected parts under running lukewarm water.
•
Remove contaminated clothing (garments may stick to the skin in the case of ice burns) if they have not adhe-
red to the skin.
•
Seek medical assistance if necessary.
Contact with the eyes:
•
Immediately rinse the eyes with physiologic eyewash or clean water for at least 10 minutes with the eyelids pul-
led open.
•
Seek medical assistance if necessary.
Swallowing:
•
Do not make the victim vomit. If the victim is conscious, have him rinse his mouth out with clean water and then
drink 200-300 ml of water.
•
Immediately seek medical help.
•
Do not administer adrenaline or sympathomimetic drugs after exposure owing to the risk of cardiac arrhythmia.
Consult the technical safety briefs available from coolant manufacturers for further information about the
characteristics of the cooling fluid.
SAFETY AND POLLUTION
The manufacturer declines all responsibility for any inaccuracies in this manual due to printing or typing errors.
The reserves the right to modify the products contents in this catalogue without previous notice.
