Safety
3.6
Information regarding particular types of hazard
3.6.1 Thermal hazards
WARNING
In the event of a fault, safety pressure
limiters can be triggered and discharge
hot coolant.
Risk of scalding
► Take particular care in this area in
the event of faults.
► Wear personal protective
equipment (e.g. protective gloves,
safety goggles).
CAUTION
Pipework and components can heat up
during operation.
Risk of burns!
► Wear personal protective
equipment (e.g. protective gloves).
WARNING
Breakage and leaks due to load.
Risk of splashing with hot water or
engine oil
► Wear personal protective
equipment (e.g. protective gloves,
safety goggles).
VITOBLOC 200 EM-20/39 Operating instructions
3.6.2
Radiation
DANGER
The generator's electromagnetic fields
can cause faults in active implants
(e.g. cardiac pacemakers)!
Circulatory collapse
► Observe prohibition signs.
► Do not enter the danger zone.
DANGER
The generator's electromagnetic fields
can heat up passive implants made of
metal!
Severe internal burns
► Observe prohibition signs.
► Do not enter the danger zone.
3.6.3
Hazards caused by materials and
substances
DANGER
Leaks in the gas end exhaust system
can cause gas to escape.
Risk of poisoning
► No naked flames.
► Ventilate the area adequately.
► If gas escapes, shut down machine
and leave danger zone.
WARNING
Batteries contain sulphuric acid.
Risk of acid burns
► Avoid skin and eye contact.
► Wear personal protective
equipment (e.g. protective gloves,
safety goggles).
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