Memmert ICO - What to do in case of accidents; Switching off the appliance in an emergency

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For your safety
1.6 Changes and conversions
No unauthorised changes or alterations may be made to the appliance. No parts may be
added or inserted which have not been approved by the manufacturer.
Unauthorised changes or alterations result in the CE declaration of conformity losing its valid-
ity, and the appliance may no longer be operated.
The manufacturer is not liable for any damage, danger or injuries that result from unauthor-
ised changes or alterations, or from non-observance of the regulations in this manual.
1.7 Behaviour in case of malfunctions and irregularities
The appliance may only be used in a flawless condition. If you as the operator notice irregu-
larities, malfunctions or damage, immediately take the appliance out of service and inform
your superior.
You can find information on eliminating malfunctions from page 41.
1.8 What to do in case of accidents
1. Keep calm. Act with determination and consideration. Pay attention to your
own safety.
2. Switch off the appliance and close the valves of the gas bottle.
3. Call a doctor.
4. Start first aid measures. If available: Call a trained first aid helper.
In case of contact with CO
2
to the eyes and skin:
Rinse eyes out with water for at least 15 minutes. In case of cold burns, rinse with
water for at least 15 minutes. Cover over in a sterile way. Call a doctor.
When breathing in CO
2
or N
2
:
High concentrations can cause suffocation. Symptoms may include a loss of mobility and
unconsciousness. The victim is not aware of suffocating.
Low concentrations of CO
2
can cause accelerated breathing and headaches.
Anyone affected should breathe fresh air, using a breathing device independent of recircu-
lating air. Keep the person warm and calm. Call a doctor. In case of respiratory arrest, use
artificial respiration.
In case of gas leakage:
Leave the room immediately, warn others and ventilate the room. If you re-enter the room,
use a breathing device independent of recirculating air if it has not been established that the
atmosphere is harmless.
1.9 Switching off the appliance in an
emergency
Press the main switch at the ControlCOCKPIT (Fig. 1) and
disconnect the power plug. This disconnects the appliance
from the power supply at all poles.
ON
O
O
ON
N
N
N
O
O
N
O
Fig. 1
Switch off the appliance by press-
ing the main switch