Safety
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Part 1089210A04
E 2010 Nordson Corporation
High Temperatures
UV curing systems generally run at extremely high temperatures. A sudden
shock from touching a high temperature surface might cause an operator to
jump or take his attention away from other potential hazards.
When shutting down UV equipment for maintenance, allow the equipment to
cool before beginning work, or wear protective gloves and clothing to
prevent burns.
High Voltage
The UV curing equipment operates at high voltages up to 5000 Vdc. If any
electrical faults develop, the operator should:
1. Switch the equipment off immediately.
2. Make no attempt to service the equipment.
3. Call a qualified electrician, trained to service this type of equipment.
Mercury Bulbs (Lamps)
The bulbs used in UV lamp systems contain mercury. Mercury is a toxic
substance and must not be ingested or come into direct contact with the
skin. Under normal UV operating conditions, mercury presents no hazard
as it is completely contained in the sealed quartz tube of the bulb; however,
it is strongly recommended that protective gloves and eye protection be
worn when handling UV bulbs.
These precautions should be followed when disposing of UV bulbs:
S Place the bulb in a rigid protective carton.
S Dispose of used bulbs through a local mercury recycling center.
S Wash your hands if a bulb breaks: mercury could come into contact with
your skin.
S Do not store or handle bulbs near food or beverages.
Nordson Corporation will dispose of UV bulbs free of charge provided the
customer covers all shipping costs associated with returning the bulbs. For
bulb disposal, please clearly mark on the all bulb containers and shipping
packages: BULBS FOR DISPOSAL ONLY.
Bulbs should be shipped to:
Horizon Lamps
Bulb Disposal Department
2 Dan Forth Drive
Easton, Pennsylvania 18045
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