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The following pollutants are used:
Nitrogen
gas
Nitrogen gas may cause suffocation at high concentrations. Disposal of the
empty gas cylinders must be performed by a specialist disposal company.
Helium gas Helium gas may cause suffocation at high concentrations. Disposal of the
empty gas cylinders must be performed by a specialist disposal company.
Coolants When released, coolants develop decomposition products which are
hazardous to the environment. Maximum care and caution are required
when handling coolants. Always observe the safety data sheet issued by
the manufacturer. Ensure that personnel handling coolants are regularly
informed about potential dangers and are instructed in the safe handling of
coolants.
Cleaning
liquids
Cleaning liquids incorporating solvents contain toxic substances. They must
not be allowed to escape into the environment. Disposal must be carried out
by a specialist disposal company.
3.8 Signs and Labels
The identification and placement of warning labels are included in the manual. The
laboratory supervisor is responsible for ensuring that all the warning labels are maintained in
their proper place any time that the device is used. New signs and labels can be obtained
from Bruker Service.
The following symbols and information signs can be found in the work area. They refer to
their immediate surroundings.
Electrical Voltage
Only qualified electricians are permitted to work in a work room marked by this
sign. Unauthorized persons must not enter the workplaces thus marked and
must not open the marked cabinet. The warning label may be ordered using
Bruker Part Number 23948.
Danger Spot
Warning indicating a danger spot in work rooms.
The warning label may be ordered using Bruker Part Number 23944.
Cold spot
Warning indicating a cold spot in work rooms.
The warning label may be ordered using Bruker Part Number 23943.
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