Bimar DEU314 Notice D'instructions page 30

The storage of equipment should be in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
Storage of packed (unsold) equipment.
Storage package protection should be constructed such that
mechanical damage to the equipment inside the package will
not cause a leak of the refrigerant charge. The maximum
number of pieces of equipment permitted to be stored together
will be determined by local regulations.
Information on servicing
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 minimised.
For repair to the refrigerating system, the following precautions
shall be complied with prior to conducting work on the system.
Work procedure. Work shall be undertaken under a controlled
procedure so as to minimise the risk of a flammable gas or
vapour being present while the work is being performed.
General work area. All maintenance staff and others working in
the local area shall be instructed
on the nature of work being carried out. Work in confined
spaces shall be avoided. The area around the workspace shall
be sectioned off.Ensure that the conditions within the area have
been made safe by control of
flammable material.
1.1.5 Checking for presence of refrigerant. The area shall be
checked with an appropriate refrigerant detector prior to and
during work, to ensure the technician is aware of potentially
flammable atmospheres. ensure that the leak detection
equipment being used is suitable for use with flammable