BÖWE P26 Instruction Manual page 14

2. Safety Regulations
The proper handling of perchlorethylene is an important prerequisite for workplace safety.
Note the following potential hazards:
TETRACHLORETHENE (perc) is a very good grease remover; it also removes natural oils from
unprotected skin.
Protection: Wear solvent-resistant protective gloves; apply skin cream with oil to the hands.
Liquid TETRACHLORETHENE (perc) is strongly irritating to the eyes.
Protection: Wear protective goggles.
Inhalation of TETRACHLORETHENE (perc) vapors reduces alcohol tolerance.
Protection: Do not consume alcohol while working or for a short time after.
TETRACHLORETHENE (perc) decomposes in the presence of an open flame or red-hot parts.
Protection: No smoking.
TETRACHLORETHENE (perc) vapors irritate the mucous membranes of the respiratory passage
and eyes.
Protection: Prevent vapors from escaping and wear respiratory equipment when performing
extensive maintenance work (DIN 3181 gas filter, brown).
Caution: It is possible to smell perc (odor threshold) in concentrations as low as 5ml/m
air.
TETRACHLORETHENE (perc) has an affect on the central nervous system
similar to an anesthetic and can result in unconsciousness and, in very high
concentrations, even in death.
Do not overload the machine.
Special rules and regulations for the area where the machine is installed are defined in the operating
instructions provided by the customer company. These instructions also contain information on all
additional protective measures, information on correct behavior during operating malfunctions,
according to the local conditions, and first aid instructions.
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