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Area
Danger
Risk
Preventive measures
Close to the
water pipes.
Disconnection of the water
pipes still under pressure.
Irritation of skin and
eyes due to contact
with ethylene glycol.
Electrocution.
Slipping.
De-pressurise the hydraulic circuit before
disconnection. Wear PPE.
Electrical panel
Live power supply line
even if the switch on board
the unit is OFF.
Electrocution.
Make sure to disconnect the power supply
from the distribution panel. Make sure that
the main switch is not reactivated during
maintenance.
2.4. Safety data
REFRIGERANT SAFETY DATA
1. IDENTIFICATION
OF THE SUBSTANCE/
PREPARATION
Identification of the
preparation
STAR COLD 134a
Recommended uses Refrigerant
2. COMPOSITION /
INFORMATION ON
THE INGREDIENTS
tetrafluoroethane
(C2H2F4)
N° CAS: 811-97-2
N° CE: 212-377-0
Concentration: 100%
3. IDENTIFICATION OF
THE HAZARDS
Possible Hazards
Consequences on the environment: not readily biodegradable.
Physical and chemical hazards: thermal decomposition in toxic
and corrosive products.
Additional indications Not dangerous according to Directive 1999/45/EC.
4. FIRST AID
MEASURES
Inhalation
Move the victim to a non-contaminated area wearing breathing
equipment. Keep the patient warm and at rest. Call a doctor. Apply
artificial respiration if breathing has stopped.
Contact with skin
In case of frostbite, spray with water for at least 15 minutes. Apply
a sterile gauze. And obtain medical assistance.
Contact with eyes
Immediately wash the eyes with water for at least 15 minutes.
Ingestion
Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure.
Protection for first-
aiders
Wear suitable respiratory equipment in case of interventions in
saturated atmosphere.
Most important
symptoms and
effects, both acute
and delayed
In high concentrations, it may cause asphyxiation. Symptoms
may include loss of consciousness. Victims may not be aware of
asphyxiation.
In low concentrations, it may cause narcotic effects. Symptoms
may include headache, nausea and loss of coordination.
Notes for the doctor
None.