2. Safety
Repair work and maintenance:
IEC 61634 (Use and handling of SF₆ gas in high-voltage switchgear and controlgear)
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CIGRE 1991 (Handling of SF₆ gas)
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CIGRE report 276, 2005 (Practical SF₆ gas handling instructions)
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CIGRE report 163, 2000 (Guide for SF₆ gas mixtures)
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SF₆ is a colourless and odourless, chemically neutral, inert and
non-flammable gas which is approx. five times heavier than air, non-toxic
and not harmful to the ozone layer.
Detailed information is given in IEC 60376 and IEC 61634.
2.4 Personal protective equipment
The personal protective equipment is designed to protect the skilled personnel from
hazards that could impair their safety or health during work. When carrying out the
various tasks on and with the instrument, the skilled personnel must wear personal
protective equipment.
Follow the instructions displayed in the work area regarding personal protective
equipment!
The requisite personal protective equipment must be provided by the operating company.
Wear safety goggles!
Protect eyes from flying particles and liquid splashes.
Wear protective gloves!
Protect hands from friction, abrasion, cuts or deep injuries and also from
contact with hot surfaces.
WIKA operating instructions calibration system, model BCS10
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