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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 normal use the external sur face of the product may be ver y hot. If used at the maximum
permitted operating conditions the surface temperature of these products may reach temperatures
of 260 °C (500 °F).
These products are not self-draining. Take due care when dismantling or removing the product
from an installation (refer to '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
Unless otherwise stated in the Installation and Maintenance Instructions, this product is recyclable
and no ecological hazard is anticipated with its disposal providing due care is taken, with the
exception of PTFE.
PTFE:
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Can only be disposed of by approved methods, not incineration.
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Keep PTFE waste in a separate container, do not mix it with other rubbish, and consign it to
a landfill site.
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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