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Location requirements
To prevent the accumulation of gas above the permissible concentrations in the room, natural or mechanical ventilation should
be provided. In addition, a natural or mechanical installation must be provided to prevent the oxygen concentration from falling
below 19.5%.
Observe the occupational exposure limit OEL for CO
concentration). Check compliance when operating all chambers located in the room.
It is recommended to use a control and measurement equipment for measuring CO
in rooms with a CO
Hazards when working with CO
Carbon dioxide in elevated concentration causes shortness of breath, circulation problems and
ultimately death. Avoid breathing gas.
The bottle contains compressed gas may cause cryogenic burns or injury (extremely cold liquid
and/or high pressure gas).
Personal protection / first aid
In the event of gas leak:
Leave the room immediately, warn other people and ventilate the room if possible.
Respiratory protection:
In an atmosphere where there is a lack of oxygen (excess of carbon dioxide), use a self-contained breathing apparatus or a face
mask with a positive pressure air supply. Respirators with air filters will not provide protection.
Inhalation problems:
Move the victim to fresh air. CO
difficult, give aided respiration. Oxygen administration may be indicated. In the event of cardiac arrest, a trained person should
immediately begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
In life-threatening emergencies:
1) protect yourself with a breathing apparatus,
2) remove the victim from the contaminated area,
3) call a doctor,
4) start CPR.
User's responsibility
The user is obliged to:
1) be familiar and comply with applicable health and safety rules, regulations for handling CO
2) secure the unit against access by unauthorized persons,
3) keep the unit in perfect condition,
4) follow the maintenance schedule,
5) ensure that operators use appropriate personal protective equipment,
6) share the user manual and CO
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