Explosions- And Risk Of Poisoning From Solvent Fumes And Gases. Risk Of Injury To Eyes And Skin When Using Anti-Corrosion Agents - As97.00-Z-0001-01A

Do not spray and remove corrosion protection on flames or glowing bodies 

Keep sources of ignition away. Processing in well-ventilated rooms, wear respiratory protection. 

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Possible Dangers 

Risk Of Explosion 

The solvents contained in anti-corrosive agents (e.g. underbody protection, cavity wax, engine compartment wax) are flammable and can burn explosively when sprayed on glowing parts or open flames.

Risk Of Poisoning 

Inhaling the spray and solvent vapors can damage the airways and lungs.

Symptoms of poisoning such as headache, breathing disorders, nausea and loss of consciousness.

The following additional dangers arise with underbody protection:

• Risk of liver and kidney damage.
• Central nervous disorders, loss of consciousness.
• When ignited, unpleasant smelling, poisonous gases are produced, which are dangerous in high concentrations.

Risk Of Injury 

Eye contact with anti-corrosion agents can cause serious eye damage.

In the event of prolonged or repeated skin contact.

Inflammation of the skin due to degreasing effect.

Rules Of Conduct / Protective Measures 

• PVC-Underbody Protection  and PVC - Seam Sealing  remove B in the appropriate places before starting soldering and welding work. This also applies to work such as cutting, grinding, etc.
• When severing damaged body parts; Separation should be given preference. This prevents the development of smoke and harmful gases.
• Protect container from direct sunlight or temperatures above 50 ° C.
• It is essential to adhere to the prescribed processing pressure.
• Do not spray corrosion protection on flames or glowing bodies, keep away from sources of ignition; do not smoke.
• Take measures against static electricity.
• Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
• Wear tightly fitting protective goggles and gloves containing solvents.
• Processing only in well-ventilated rooms, wear breathing apparatus.
• Remove and wash contaminated or soaked clothing immediately.
• Keep away from food and beverages.
• Keep container tightly closed in a well-ventilated place.

First aid measures 

After eye contact

• Rinse thoroughly with water, consult an ophthalmologist immediately.

  After ingestion

• Take medicinal charcoal (activated charcoal), do not induce vomiting, call a doctor immediately.

  After inhalation

• Take the affected person into the fresh air and lay them quietly, avoiding exertion.

  after skin contact

• Wash off immediately with soap and water, apply protective skin ointment.

Fire protection measures 

Extinguishing, rescue and clearing work under the influence of fire or smoldering gases may only be carried out with heavy breathing protection. Do not inhale explosion and fire gases.

Suitable extinguishing agents: 

• Water spray
• foam
• Losing powder
• Carbon dioxide

Unsuitable extinguishing agent: 

• Full water jet