Equipment Safety Data; Inspection And Storage - Panasonic 140 Installation And Maintenance Manual

1.4. Equipment safety data

Safety Data
Toxicity
In contact with skin
In contact with eyes
Ingestion
Inhalation
Further Medical Advice
Occupational exposure limits R410A: Recommended limits: 1,000 ppm v/v 8 hours TWA.
Stability
Conditions to avoid
Hazardous reactions
General precautions
Breathing protection
Storage Preservation
Protection clothes
Behaviour in case of leaks or
escapes
Disposal
Combustibility features
Containers
Behaviour in case of fi re

2. Inspection and storage

At the time of receiving the equipment carefully cross check all the elements against the shipping documents in order to ensure
that all the crates and boxes have been received. Inspect all the units for any visible or hidden damage.
In the event of shipping damage, write precise details of the damage on the shipper's delivery note and send
immediately a registered letter to the shipper within 48 hours, clearly stating the damage caused. Forward a copy of
this letter to the manufacturer or his representative.
Never store or transport the unit upside down. It must be stored indoors, completely protected from rain, snow etc. The unit
must not be damaged by changes in the weather (high and low temperatures). Excessively high temperatures (above 60°C)
can harm certain plastic materials and cause permanent damage. Moreover, the performance of certain electrical or electronic
components can be impaired.
R410A
Low
Skin contact with the rapidly evaporating liquid may cause tissue chilblains. In case of skin contact with the
liquid, warm the frozen tissue with water and call a doctor. Remove contaminated clothing and footwear. Wash
the clothing prior to re-use.
Vapours have no effect. Liquid splashes or sprays may cause freeze burns. In these cases rinse your eyes with
running water or with a solution for eye lavages for at least 10 minutes. Immediately contact a doctor.
In this case, burns may result. Do not attempt to make the patient vomit. If the patient is conscious, rinse the
mouth with water. Call a doctor immediately.
In case of inhalation, move the patient to an area with fresh air and provide oxygen if necessary. Perform
artifi cial respiration if the patient has stopped breathing or lacks air. In case of cardiac arrest, perform external
cardiac massage. Call a doctor immediately.
Exposure to high concentrations can be dangerous for individuals with cardiac problems, as the presence of
catecholamines such as adrenalin in the bloodstream may lead to increased arrhythmia and possible cardiac
arrest.
Stable product
Increased pressure due to high temperatures may cause the container to explode. Keep out of the sun and do
not expose to a temperature >50°C.
Possibility of dangerous reactions in case of fi re due to the presence of F and/or CI radicals
Avoid the inhalation of high concentrations of vapours. The concentration in the atmosphere shall be kept at
the minimum value and anyway below the occupational limits. Since vapours are heavier than air and they
tend to stagnate and to build up in closed areas, any opening for ventilation shall be made at the lowest level.
In case of doubt about the actual concentration, wear breathing apparatus. It should be self-contained and
approved by the bodies for safety protection.
Refrigerant containers shall be stored in a cool place, away from fi re risk, direct sunlight and all heat sources,
such as radiators. The maximum temperature shall never exceed 50°C in the storage place.
Wear boots, safety gloves and glasses or masks for facial protection.
Never forget to wear protection clothes and breathing apparatus. Isolate the source of the leakage, provided
that this operation may be performed in safety conditions. Any small quantity of refrigerant which may have
escaped in its liquid state may evaporate provided that the room is well ventilated. In case of a large leakage,
ventilate the room immediately. Stop the leakage with sand, earth or any suitable absorbing material. Prevent
the liquid refrigerant from fl owing into drains, sewers, foundations or absorbing wells since its vapours may
create an asphyxiating atmosphere.
The best procedure involves recovery and recycle. If this is not possible, the refrigerant shall be given to a
plant which is well equipped to destroy and neutralise any acid and toxic by-product which may derive from
its disposal.
R410A: Non-infl ammable at ambient temperatures and atmospheric pressures.
If they are exposed to the fi re, they shall be constantly cooled down by water sprays. Containers may explode
if they are overheated.
In case of fi re wear protection clothes and self-contained breathing apparatus.
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