American Standard Noncondensing Gas Furnaces manual Precautionary Measures, First Aid Measures

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PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES

The following warning complies with State of California law, Proposition 65.

WARNING: This product contains fiberglass wool insulation! Fiberglass dust and ceramic fibers are be- lieved by the state of California to cause cancer through inhalation. Glasswool fibers may also cause respiratory, skin, or eye irritation.

PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES

Avoid breathing fiberglass dust.

Use a NIOSH approved dust/mist respirator.

Avoid contact with the skin or eyes. Wear long-sleeved, loose fitting clothing, gloves, and eye protection.

Wash clothes separately from other clothing; rinse washer thoroughly.

Operations such as sawing, blowing, tear-out, and spray- ing may generate fiber concentrations requiring additional respiratory protection. Use the appropriate NIOSH ap- proved respirator in these situations.

FIRST AID MEASURES

Eye Contact - Flush eyes with water to remove dust. If symptoms persist, seek medical atten- tion.

Skin Contact - Wash affected areas gently with soap and warm water after handling.

Pub. No. 32-5034-02

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American Standard Noncondensing Gas Furnaces manual Precautionary Measures, First Aid Measures