Safety instructions
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The above-mentioned concentrated acids must not enter the sewage system, sur-
face water or ground water! The applicable regulations for disposal must be meticu-
lously observed.
Only store the concentrated acids in their original containers! Observe the notes on
the labels.
IMPORTANT
In case of chemical burns from acid immediately carry out the following first aid measures:
for skin burns:
Immediately remove contaminated clothing and shoes, dab affected skin areas with
polyethylene glycol 400 then rinse thoroughly with plenty of water.
for eye burns:
Rinse the eyes with open eye lid several minutes with running water (min. 10
minutes), then immediately consult a physician (even if there are no apparent symp-
toms).
for burns of the respiratory organs:
Bring the affected person into fresh air.
if swallowed:
Give plenty of water to drink (possibly several liters). Avoid vomiting (perforation
risk). Do not attempt neutralization.
Always immediately consult a physician after carrying out the first aid
measures!
Handling other substances for the preparation of electrolytes
For the preparation of the electrolyte solutions thymol, thymol blue, gelatin and methanol are
used. Always observe the appropriate regulations and the notes in the EC safety data sheets
of the manufacturer with regard to the storage, use and disposal of the substances.
Methanol
When handling methanol observe in particular the following notes:
Methanol is toxic when inhaled, swallowed and in contact with the skin! There is a
danger of irreversible damage!
Always wear goggles and protective gloves when handling methanol!
Provide eye wash bottles at the workplace.
Ensure adequate ventilation in the laboratory rooms.
Methanol is easily flammable! Keep methanol away from sources of ignition and take
measures against electrostatic charges.
Methanol must not enter the sewage system, surface water or ground water! The
applicable regulations for disposal must be meticulously observed.
Only store the methanol well sealed in its original container! Observe the notes on
the labels.