UTICA BOILERS MGC 3 Series Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual page 6

WARNING
!
Combustion chamber insulation in this product
contains ceramic fiber material. Ceramic fibers
can be converted to cristobalite in very high
temperature applications. The International Agency
for Research on Cancer (IARC) has concluded,
Crystalline silica inhaled in the form of quartz
or cristobalite from occupational sources is
carcinogenic to humans (Group1). Avoid breathing
dust and contact with skin and eyes. Use NIOSH
certified dust respirator (N95). This type of
respirator is based on the OSHA requirements
for cristobalite at the time this document was
written. Other types of respirators may be needed
depending on the job site conditions. Current
NIOSH recommendations can be found on the
NIOSH website https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/
silica/. NIOSH approved respirators, manufacturers,
and phone numbers are also listed on this website.
Wear long-sleeved, loose fitting clothing, gloves,
and eye protection. Apply enough water to the
combustion chamber lining to prevent dust. Wash
potentially contaminated clothes separately from
other clothing. Rinse clothes washer thoroughly.
NIOSH stated First Aid. Eye: Irrigate immediately.
Breathing: Fresh air.
WARNING
!
Keep boiler area clear and free from combustible
materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and
liquids.
DO NOT obstruct air openings to the boiler room.
Modification, substitution or elimination of factory
equipped, supplied or specified components may
result in personal injury or loss of life.
Installation and service of this boiler shall be performed
by a qualified installer.
When this product is installed in the Commonwealth
of Massachusetts the installation shall be performed
by a Licensed Plumber or Licensed Gas Fitter.
To Installer leave all instructions with boiler for future
reference.
2 - SAFETY SYMBOLS AND WARNINGS
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WARNING
!
Fire, Explosion, Asphyxiation, Electrical shock
hazard! Flooding will result in damages such as
electrical problems, corrosion, inoperative parts,
mold and other unforeseen issues which can
occur over time. Any equipment determined by
a professional as damaged by a flood, defined as
excess of water or other liquid, shall be replaced.
Failure to follow these directions will result in a
Hazardous Situation.
2.2 For Your Safety 2.2 For Your Safety
Manufacturer recommends a carbon monoxide detector Manufacturer recommends a carbon monoxide detector
located on each floor of your home. Follow your detector's located on each floor of your home. Follow your detector's
instructions for operation and verification. Some instructions for operation and verification. Some
jurisdictions may, by law, require. jurisdictions may, by law, require.
PN 240013087 Rev. A [09/30/2020]