HOMCOM 823-052V80 Manual page 14

BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE, READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY.
R290 refrigerant gas complies with European environmental directives.
This appliance contains approximately 245g of R290 refrigerant gas Appliance
shall be installed, operated and stored in a room with a floor area larger than 11.8
m².
Instruction, Repairing Appliances Containing R 290
1. Checks to the area
Prior to beginning work on systems containing flammable refrigerants, safety
checks are necessary to ensure that the risk of ignition is minimized. For repair to
the refrigerating system, the following precaution shall be completed prior to
conducting work on the system.
2. Work procedure
To minimize the presence of flammable gas or vapor, work must be conducted
following a controlled procedure.
General work area
All maintenance staff and personnel in the vicinity must receive instructions
regarding the nature of the work being performed. Avoid working in confined spaces
whenever possible.
4. Checking for presence ofrefrigerant
Before and during work, check the area with an appropriate refrigerant detector for
potentially toxic or flammable atmospheres. Leak detection equipment must be
suitable for
all refrigerants (e.g., non-sparking, properly sealed and intrinsically safe).
5.Presence of fire extinguisher
Before any hot work on the refrigerating equipment or associated parts, ensure that
suitable fire extinguishing equipment is accessible. It is recommended to have a
dry powder or C02 fire extinguisher near the charging area.
6.No ignition sources
Avoid using any sources of ignition, such as smoking, while working on the
refrigeration system and exposing pipes. Keep potential ignition sources away from
the installation, repair, removal and disposal areas where refrigerant can be
released. Before starting work, check the equipment area for any flammable
hazards or ignition risks. Display 'No Smoking' signs around the area.
7. Ventilated area
Before starting any work that involves breaking into the system or conducting hot
work, make sure the area is either open or well-ventilated. Maintain adequate
ventilation throughout the duration of the work. The ventilation system should
effectively disperse any released refrigerant, preferably by expelling it externally
into the atmosphere.
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