Labconco AtmosPure Re-Gen Gas Purifiers 5121845 - Manual (Page 33)

Chapter 4: Features and Safety Precautions
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Safety Precautions
1. It is the responsibility of the user to determine the suitability of this
product for the intended applications. Consult your Safety Officer for
application review.
2. This product is not designed or intended to be explosion proof. It
is the responsibility of the user to determine and avoid the lower
explosive limits and flammability of the enclosed gases used within
the controlled atmosphere glove box. The user is responsible for
taking proper precautions to prevent equipment damage or injury due
to an explosion or combustion of chemicals.
3. The use of flammable gases or solvents in the glove box should be
limited as these gases are exposed to the Gas Purifier. Care must be
taken to ensure against the concentration buildup of flammable or
explosive gases or vapors. These vapors can potentially poison the
Gas Purifier catalysts and reduce their efficiency. See Chapter 3 for
materials that reduce Gas Purifier effectiveness. DANGER: The
addition of oxygen inside the glove box must be avoided to
prevent explosion, death, or serious injury.
4. Perchloric acid use in this Gas Purifier is prohibited.
5. Radioisotope material usage in the glove box and Gas Purifier should
be approved by your Safety Officer.
6. A qualified certification technician should test the Gas Purifier with
the glove box before it is initially used.
7. The Gas Purifier should be recertified at least annually after
installation. See Chapter 6.
8. The use of safety goggles, protective clothing, and any other personal
protective equipment recommended by your safety officer should be
observed.
9. Exhaust vacuum pumps should be filtered and/or ducted to the
outside when using hazardous materials. Consult your Safety
Officer. Manipulations that generate gases from toxic chemicals or
radionuclides, must be evaluated carefully from the standpoint of
buildup to dangerous levels. The decontamination and compliance
with applicable regulations is the responsibility of the operator and
safety officer. Venting or filtering of vacuum pump exhaust is the
operator’s responsibility.
10. Ensure that the Gas Purifier and glove box is connected to electrical
service in accordance with local and national electrical codes. Failure
to do so may create a fire or electrical hazard. Do not remove or
service any electrical components without first disconnecting the
glove box from electrical service.