Raypak B0147, B0109 Safety Precautions, During First Firing Of The Water Heater, When Handling

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Ceramic fire tile refractories are used in Raypak water heaters. Refractories must be treated with care because they can be harmful by inhalation and irritating to the skin, eyes and respiratory system.

DURING FIRST FIRING OF THE WATER HEATER

•Fumes and smoke may be produced.

•Avoid breathing fumes and ventilate the area to clear.

•Production of smoke should cease within 30 minutes.

WHEN HANDLING

•Minimise airborne dust.

•Wear an approved mask or respirator.

•Avoid any contact with the skin and eyes.

•Wear suitable loose-fitting, long-sleeved clothing or disposable overalls.

•Wear gloves and eye protection.

•Consult Occupational Health and Safety Authorities for any further information.

AFTER HANDLING

•Rinse any exposed skin areas with clean water.

•Wash work clothing separately.

REMOVAL OF USED PRODUCT

•Follow the precautions as detailed in the section ‘WHEN HANDLING’ above, over-exposure to dust formed after service may cause respiratory disease as cristobalite, a form of crystalline silica, may be formed above 900 degrees Celsius.

•Seal used product in a disposable bag and dispose of via normal garbage collection methods.

Consult Occupational Health and Safety Authorities for further Information regarding removal of used ceramic fibre lining.

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