Safety Information
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Use overalls, goggles and rubber gloves
The refrigerant used has a low toxicity. The main risk is from frostbite caused by coming into contact with refrigerant. Protect your eyes and skin!
In the event of refrigerant coming into contact with eyes
- Rinse immediately with clean water for at least 10 minutes.
- Contact a doctor in the event of problems with vision or other difficulties.
In the event of refrigerant coming into contact with skin
- Rinse with warm water.
- Contact a doctor in the event of problems with vision or other difficulties.
Avoid high temperatures and mixing with air
Ensure that refrigerant does not come into contact with naked flames, welding, electrical discharges or hot metal surfaces etc.
Do not smoke when working with refrigerants.
CAUTION:
Heated refrigerant can form irritating and toxic gases.
CAUTION:
The pressure in a refrigerant container rises as it is heated. Do not expose a container with refrigerant to temperatures above 45°C (113°F) - risk of explosion.
CAUTION:
Mixture of air + R134a at increased pressure (= above atmospheric pressure) is already flammable at a mixture of 50% air.