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1 Copyright: Chart Industries, Inc., Jan. 2003 <br />IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS <br />The type of vessel described in this manual <br />holds and dispenses carbon dioxide (CO2) <br />gas under pressure. All persons using this <br />equipment must read and understand the <br />operation and safety information contained in <br />this manual. <br />WARNINGS <br />CO2 gas is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas <br />that displaces oxygen and will not support life. <br />It is diffi cult to detect without special equipment. <br />Avoid breathing or contacting CO2 in gas, liquid <br />or solid form. Exposure to concentrations of <br />less than 5% for less than 15 minutes can cause <br />physical symptoms including unconsciousness, <br />injuries or death. Even low concentrations of <br />CO2 can cause: <br />Dizziness, headaches, nausea or disorientation <br />Increased respiration or heart rate <br />Shortness of breath or rapid suffocation. <br />CO2 is heavier than air and can collect in low areas <br />such as basements, stairwells, and confi ned spaces. <br />Avoid entry into areas where CO2 leaks or high <br />concentrations of CO2 are suspected.Enter those <br />areas with caution only after they have been <br />thoroughly ventilated. <br />Whenever the vessel is inside a building it’s safety <br />relief circuit must be connected to an outdoor vent <br />typically in the fi ll box. The fi ll box and/or vent <br />must never be located in or above any below- <br />ground spaces or stairwells. The vessel must not <br />block emergency exits, aisles, fi re suppression <br />equipment or utility boxes or accesses. CO2 lines <br />or hoses must be located away from traffi c areas <br />and heat sources and must be protected from <br />potential causes of damage. All connections, lines, <br />and components must be leak-free . <br />This equipment should be installed and serviced <br />only by professional personnel who are qualifi ed <br />to work with CO2 and the bulk liquid CO2pressure vessels. They should be familiar with all <br />pertinent safety procedures. <br />FIRST AID AND EMERGENCY ACTION <br />If inhaled: <br />Move to fresh air immediately. <br />If not breathing, give artifi cial respiration. <br />If breathing is diffi cult, give oxygen. <br />Get immediate medical attention. <br />In case of frostbite: <br />End exposure immediately. <br />Do not rub or pour water on the affected area. <br />Get immediate medical attention. <br />Rescue: <br />Do not attempt a rescue in areas of high CO2 concentrations without proper life-support or <br /> rescue equipment. <br />(Avoid being the next victim.) <br />Thoroughly ventilate areas of possible high <br /> CO2 concentration before entering them. <br />In case of spills or leaks: <br />Evacuate all personnel immediately from <br /> affected areas. <br />Thoroughly ventilate the area of the spill or <br /> leak before entering. <br />CO2 is heavier than air. It displaces oxygen and <br /> will collect in low or confi ned areas. <br />FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: <br />Local CO2 supplier <br />or <br />Compressed Gas Association <br />725 Jefferson Davis Highway, Suite 1004 <br />Arlington, VA 22202-4100 USA <br />Telephone: (703) 412-0900 <br />FAX: (703) 412-0900 <br />I Safety