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1.12 Handling
Manual handling of large and / or heavy products may present a risk of injury. Lifting,
pushing, pulling, carrying or supporting a load by bodily force can cause injury
particularly to the back. You are advised to assess the risks taking into account the
task, the individual, the load and the working environment and use the appropriate
handling method depending on the circumstances of the work being done.
1.13 Residual hazards
In some cases the product is provided with pre-compressed springs. Any operation
to open the spring housing is to be carried out strictly following the correct procedure
given in the Installation and Maintenance Instructions.
1.14 Freezing
Provision must be made to protect products which are not self-draining against frost
damage in environments where they may be exposed to temperatures below freezing
point.
1.15 Disposal
This product is recyclable and no ecological hazard is anticipated with its disposal
providing due care is taken, however the following list of exception will require
individual disposal in line with local health and safety regulations:
- PTFE
- Viton 'O' rings
- Nitrile
1.16 Returning products
Customers and stockists are reminded that under EC Health, Safety and Environment
Law, when returning products to Spirax Sarco they must provide information on any
hazards and the precautions to be taken due to contamination residues or mechanical
damage which may present a health, safety or environmental risk. This information
must be provided in writing including Health and Safety data sheets relating to any
substances identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous.
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