CRONATIG 665T

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WARNING! Breathing fumes or gases generated by welding products may be dangerous and injurious to your health. Exposure to welding related processes, materials, fumes or gases might be linked to certain neurological and physical disorders and cancer. Protect yourself and others at all times. A NIOSH approved, proper fitting and well-maintained respirator should be worn at all times while using this product. Keep your head out of the fumes and gases. Use adequate ventilation and/or exhaust to keep fumes and gases from your breathing zone and the general area. Keep others without proper respiratory protection away from the fumes and gases and your work zone while using this product. Before using this product, read and understand the manufacturer's and Cronatron's instructions, your employer's workplace safety practices and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). Follow all

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Pre-existing kidney disorders. Anemia. Pre-existing diseases of the central nervous system.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation of welding fumes. Eyes. Skin contact.

Potential health effects

Eyes Skin Inhalation Contact with eyes may cause irritation. Skin Irritation. Skin burns. Short term overexposure to welding fumes may result in dizziness, nausea, or dryness or irritation of nose, throat, or eyes. Long term exposure may lead to iron deposits in the lungs and is believed by some investigators to affect pulmonary function. Long term inhalation of lead fumes or ingestion of lead may lead to lead poisoning with symptoms such as metallic taste, abdominal pain, nausea, joint or muscle pain or weakness, possible weight loss, mental confusion, anemia and a "lead line" on gums. Inhalation of copper oxide and zinc oxide fumes can cause metal fume fever. Initial symptoms of metal fume fever can include sweating, shivering, headache, fever, chills, thirstiness, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, weakness, and tiredness . Chronic overexposure to copper dust may cause tiredness, stuffiness, diarrhea, vomiting, discoloration of the skin and eyes, kidney and liver disorder. Research indicates that amorphous silica is present in welding fumes. Long term exposure may cause pneumonoconiosis, Non-crystalline form of silica (amorphous) are considered to have little fibrotic potential. Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed.