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Water pipe freezing hazard
WARNING
Serious property damage and/or personal injury can
occur if the pipes are not protected from
freezing resulting in the pipes bursting. The boiler
may also shut down. Turn off the water supply and
drain the water pipes or protect them from freezing
when leaving the home unattended for long periods
of time during very cold weather conditions.
The boiler is designed to provide a comfortable
and warm environment and is not designed for the
prevention of frozen water pipes. In case an unsafe
condition occurs, the boiler has been designed and
equipped with several safety devices that will shut
down the boiler and stop it from restarting.
If the boiler is dormant for an extended period of time
during cold winter weather, the water pipes may freeze
and burst which can result in extensive water damage
and lead to mold growth. A variety of molds can cause
serious health and respiratory problems. If water
damage should occur, immediately dry the affected
areas to avoid the possibility of mold growth.
If the building will be empty for an extended period of
time in old winter conditions, then the following steps
should be taken:
•
Turn off the building's water supply, drain the pipes
and add some antifreeze for potable water for the
toilet tanks and drain traps.
•
Have the building monitored and checked during
cold winter weather and call a qualified service
technician if necessary.
•
Remote temperature sensors are available which
will alert someone if freezing conditions occur in the
building.
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Safety Information and Codes
GT 530A
Combustion sources and
ventilation air contaminants
Contaminants are likely to be found in these areas:
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Auto body shops
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New construction
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Metal manufacturing plants
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Swimming pools
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Refrigeration repair shops
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Garages with workshops
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Furniture refinishing shops
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Plastic manufacturing plants
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Hobby rooms and remodelling areas
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Dry cleaners and laundromats
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Photo processing companies
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Beauty salons
Contaminants found in various products:
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Paint and varnish removers
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Chlorinated cleaners and waxes
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Glues and cements
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Swimming pool chemicals containing chlorine
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Refrigerant leaks
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Water softener salt containing sodium chloride
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Cleaning products such as chlorine-based bleaches,
detergents and cleaning solvents
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Spray cans containing chlorofluorocarbons
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Muriatic and hydrochloric acid
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Calcium chloride utilized in thawing
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Permanent wave solutions
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Adhesives utilized for building products and other
similar items
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Fabric softeners used in clothing dryers
DDR_G30A/AE _IO_V4.0 09/2013
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