11Regulatory Information and Specifications
MSDS for silicone oil (drum fluid)
Section 1 – Product identification
Trade name and Tektronix part number:
Silicone fluid (found in maintenance tray)
Product use: For use in Tektronix Phaser® 340/350/360 color printers.
Section 2 – Information on ingredients
Ingredients:
Polydimethylsiloxane
Hazardous Ingredients:
None. This is not a hazardous material as defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard.
Section 3 – Hazards identification
Potential Health Effects:
Eyes: Direct contact may cause temporary discomfort with mild redness and dryness similar to windburn.
Skin: A single prolonged exposure (24 to 48 hours) causes no known adverse effect.
Inhalation: Not an irritant to respiratory passages.
Ingestion: Swallowing large amounts could cause discomfort.
Carcinogenicity: This material is not listed as
Section 4 – First aid measures
Eyes: Flush immediately with water.
Skin: Wipe off and wash with soap and water.
Inhalation: Not a likely route of exposure. No first aid should be needed.
Oral: No first aid should be needed.
Section 5 – Fire fighting measures
Flammable Properties: Flammable limits not determined.
Flash point: 570° F, minimum, open cup.
Fire & explosion hazards: No unusual hazards known.
Section 6 – Accidental release measures
Spill or Leak: Wipe with absorbent material and dispose in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section 7 – Handling and storage
Handling: No special requirements.
Storage: No special requirements.
Section 8 – Exposure control – personal protection
Exposure Guidelines: None established.
Engineering Controls: None needed when used as intended in Tektronix printers.
Eye Protection: None needed.
Skin Protection: None should be needed.
Respiratory Protection: None needed.
