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POTENTIAL HEALTH HARZARDS
These gases cause pollution to the environment and when breathed
in high concentrations over a long period of time, may cause harm
to the human body. Here are some of the potential health hazards
caused by common VOC gases:
Sources
VOC Gases
Affected Organs
Vinyl tiles
Benzyl chloride
Central nervous system,
liver, kidney, eye and
respiratory tract
Paints, solvents,
Benzene and styrene
Respiratory tract
resins and
(carcinogens)
cigarette smokes
Paint removers,
Dichloromethane
Central nervous system,
deodorizers and
and 1,4-
liver, kidney, eye and
moth crystals
Dichlorobenzene
respiratory tract
(both narcotic)
Polyurethane foam
Trichloroethene and
Central nervous system
aerosols, solvents
toluene diisocyanate
and cleansing
(carcinogens)
compounds
Adhesives, vinyl
Toluene (narcotic)
Central nervous system
floor covering,
wallpaper, tobacco
smokes, kerosene
heaters
Pesticides, varnishes
Xylenes (narcotic)
Central nervous system,
and pharmaceuticals
heart, liver and kidney
SOLUTIONS
As VOC gases are not particles that can be filtered by a household
air filter, the best ways to guard against such harmful VOC gases are
adequate supply of fresh air, constant ventilation and a good air
quality monitor to alert you to the existence of such gases.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
- Please read carefully before you start to use this unit.
- This unit alerts you to the quality of air you are breathing in. It
does not necessarily reflect the concentration of a particular type
of VOC gases.
- This unit is designed to response to a wide range of VOC gases.
When the [
] is activated, it does not necessarily mean you are
in immediate bodily danger. It means the room needs immediate
ventilation.
- Always read the instructions of chemicals, materials and appli-
ances used in the household careful. They may contain important
information on the possible danger or health hazards they may
affect when abused.
PRECAUTIONS
Safety warnings, precautions or rules are embedded throughout the
manual to help you use this product safely. Take heed of the advice
to avoid injuries, fire, electrocution, damage or other accidents.
Ignoring this may result in serious injuries or worse accidents.