where the product is disposed of.
Further measures for environmental protection are recommended: recycling of the inter-
nal and external packaging of the product and proper disposal of used batteries (only if
contained in the product).
With your help, we can reduce the amount of natural resources used to produce electrical
and electronic equipment, minimise the use of landfills to dispose of old products, and
improve quality of life by preventing the discharge of potentially hazardous substances
into the environment.
11. INFORMATION AND WARNINGS ABOUT
OIL
Disposing of spent fluid
Do not dispose of used oil in sewers, storm drains, rivers or streams; collect it and consign
it to an authorised disposal company.
Fluid leaks or spills
Contain the spilt product from spreading using soil, sand or any other absorbent material.
Degrease the contaminated area with solvents, taking care to disperse the fumes. The
residual cleaning material must be disposed of as prescribed by law.
Precautions for the use of hydraulic fluid
- Avoid contact with skin.
- Avoid formation and spreading of oil mists into the atmosphere.
- Adopt the following simple sanitary precautions:
• protect against oil splashes (appropriate clothing, protective guards on machines);
• wash frequently with soap and water; do not use cleaners or solvents that can irritate your
skin or remove its natural protective oil;
• do not dry hands with dirty or greasy rags;
• change clothing if impregnated with oil, and in any case at the end of each work shift;
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• do not smoke or eat with greasy hands.
- Also use the following preventive and protective equipment:
• gloves resistant to mineral oils, with lining;
• goggles, in case of splashes;
• aprons resistant to mineral oils;
• screens to protect against oil splashes.
Mineral oil: first aid procedures
- Swallowing: seek medical attention, providing the characteristics of the type of oil swallowed.
Inhalation: in case of exposure to high concentrations of fumes or mists, take the injured
person to the open air and seek medical attention immediately.
- Eyes: rinse with plenty of running water and seek medical attention as soon as possible.
- Skin: wash with soap and water.
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