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P12 /P15 /P18
2. Safety Regulations
The proper handling of perchlorethylene is an important prerequisite for workplace safety.
Note the following potential hazards:
TETRACHLORETHENE (perc) is a very good grease remover; it also removes natural oils from
unprotected skin.
Protection: Wear solvent-resistant protective gloves, apply skin cream with oil to the hands.
Liquid TETRACHLORETHENE (perc) is a strong irritant to the eyes.
Protection: Wear protective goggles.
Inhalation of TETRACHLORETHENE (perc) vapors reduces alcohol tolerance.
Protection: Do not consume alcohol while working or for a short time after.
TETRACHLORETHENE (perc) decomposes in the presence of an open flame or red-hot parts.
Protection: No smoking.
TETRACHLORETHENE (perc) vapors irritate the mucous membranes of the respiratory
passage and eyes.
Protection: Prevent vapors from escaping and wear respiratory equipment when performing
extensive maintenance work (DIN 3181 gas filter, brown).
Caution: It is possible to smell perc (odor threshold) in concentrations as low as
5 ml/m
3
of air.
TETRACHLORETHENE (perc) affects the central nervous system similar to an
anesthetic and can result in unconsciousness and, in very high concentrations, even
in death.
Do not overload the machine.
The operating instructions provided by the company define special rules and regulations for the area
where the machine is installed. These instructions also contain information on all additional protective
measures, first aid instructions and information on correct behavior during operating malfunctions,
according to the local conditions.
The German Hazardous Substances Ordinance, BGR 500 chapter 2.14 and the 2nd BImSchV
stipulate the obligation to provide operating instructions.
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