Kidde Fire Systems Argonite

A-3
September 2004
Argonite
®
Engineered Fire Suppression System
38-KFSARG-000
A-5 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
 Personal precautions
- Evacuate area.
- Use self-contained breathing apparatus when entering area unless atmosphere is
proved safe.
- Ensure adequate air ventilation.
 Environmental precautions:
- Provided it is safe to do so, try to stop release.
- Prevent entry to sewers, basements, and workpits or any place where accumulation
can be dangerous.
 Clean up methods:
- Ventilate area.
A-6 HANDLING AND STORAGE
 Handling and Storage:
- Backflow of any contaminating substance into container must be prevented.
- Use only equipment that is specified as suitable for this product, its supply pressure
and temperature. Contact your supplier if in doubt.
- Compressed gas cylinders are heavy and contain considerable stored energy. Use
suitable equipment and handle with appropriate caution. Refer to suppliers.
- Keep containers below 122°F (50°C) in a well-ventilated place.
A-7 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
 Exposure Limit Value, ELV
- No ELV specified, but atmosphere must have a minimum 18% free oxygen
 Personal Protection
- Ensure adequate air ventilation.
A-8 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
 Molecular weight: 33.95
 Melting point: -327.46°F (-199.7
o
C)
 Boiling point: -310.18°F (-190.1
o
C)
 Critical temperature: -210.46°F (-134.7
o
C)
 Relative density gas: Heavier than air
 Relative density liquid: N/A