Warnings (for using R290 refrigerant only)
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following precautions shall be complied with prior to conducting work
on the system.
2) 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.
3) 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.
4) 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
refrigerants, i.e. non-sparking, adequately sealed or intrinsically
safe.
5) Presence of fire extinguisher
If any hot work is to be conducted on the refrigeration equipment or
any associated parts, appropriate fire extinguishing equipment shall
be available to hand. Have a dry powder or CO
fire extinguisher
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adjacent to the charging area.
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