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4.0 Ceramics Health and Safety
Newman Ceramic logs and fuel bed for FlameView STI gas stove
This appliance could contain some of the materials, indicated below, that could be
interpreted as being injurious to health and safety. It is the users/installers
responsibility to ensure that the necessary personal protective clothing is worn when
handling these materials, see below for information.
Artificial Fuels, Mineral Wool, Insulation Material, Refractory/CeramicFibres,
Glass Yarn
may be harmful if inhaled, may be irritating to skin, eyes, nose, and throat.
When handling
avoid inhaling and contact with skin or eyes. Use disposable gloves,
facemasks, and eye protection. After handling wash hands and other exposed
parts. If a vacuum is used for cleaning any ceramic fuel bed parts including logs
and chippings etc it is recommended that it be of the type fitted with a HEPA filter.
Disposal of refractory/ceramic materials
.
To keep dust to a minimum
these materials should be securely wrapped in polythene and be clearly
labelled ‘RCF waste.’
RCF will be a 'special waste' and will need to be disposed
of accordingly, i.e., with a consignment note and at a licensed disposal site.
For further information contact the local Environment Agency office (SEPA
in Scotland).
Do not
let children touch any ceramic part.
Do not
get any ceramics wet.
Do not
cut or break any ceramics
