Barnstead F62730 Operation Manual page 5

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AFETY NFORMATION
Please note the following WARNINGS:
WARNING
This warning is presented for compliance with California Proposition 65 and other regulatory agencies and
only applies to the insulation in this product. This product contains refractory ceramic, refractory ceramic fiber
or fiberglass insulation, which can produce respirable dust or fibers during disassembly. Dust or fibers can
cause irritation and can aggravate preexisting respiratory diseases. Refractory ceramic and refractory ceram-
ic fibers (after reaching 1000°C) contain crystalline silica, which can cause lung damage (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 manufacturer 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 materials, or when
otherwise disturbing them in a manner which causes release of dust or fibers. By using proper handling pro-
cedures and protective equipment you can work safely with these insulating materials and minimize any expo-
sure. Refer to the appropriate Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for information regarding proper handling
and recommended protective equipment. For additional MSDS copies, or additional information concerning
the handling of refractory ceramic products, please contact the Customer Service Department at Barnstead
International at 1-800-553-0039.
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