Barnstead 47900 Operation Manual page 4

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AFETY NFORMATION
Warning
Refer Servicing to qualified per-
sonnel.
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Warning
This warning is presented for compliance with
California Proposition 65 and other regulatory agen-
cies and only applies to the insulation in this prod-
uct. This product contains refractory ceramic, refrac-
tory ceramic fiber or fiberglass insulation, which can
produce respirable dust or fibers during disassembly.
Dust or fibers can cause irritation and can aggravate
pre-existing respiratory diseases. Refractory ceramic
and refractory ceramic fibers (after reaching 1000°C)
contain crystalline silica, which can cause lung dam-
age (silicosis). The International Agency for
Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified refractory
ceramic fiber and fiberglass as possibly carcinogenic
(Group 2B), and crystalline silica as carcinogenic to
humans (Group 1).
The insulating materials can be located in the door,
the hearth collar, in the chamber of the product or
under the hot plate top. Tests performed by the man-
ufacturer indicate that there is no risk of exposure to
dust or respirable fibers resulting from operation of
this product under normal conditions. However, there
may be a risk of exposure to respirable dust or fibers
when repairing or maintaining the insulating materi-
als, or when otherwise disturbing them in a manner
which causes release of dust or fibers. By using
proper handling procedures and protective equip-
ment you can work safely with these insulating
materials and minimize any exposure. Refer to the
appropriate Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for
information regarding proper handling and recom-
mended protective equipment. For additional MSDS
copies, or additional information concerning the han-
dling of refractory ceramic products, please contact
the Customer Service Department at Barnstead
International at 1-800-553-0039.