Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
64 50... Safety Instructions For Handling Refrigerant Oil
Risk of injury!
Refrigerant circuit is under high pressure! Work on the refrigerant circuit may only be carried out by experts!
Draw off refrigerant without fail BEFORE all repair work on the refrigerant circuit.
The refrigerant circuit is depressurized AFTER drawing off!
It is absolutely essential to read and observe the relevant operating instructions for the A/C service unit used!
Protective measures/rules of conduct:
- Wear protective goggles
- Wear oil-resistant protective gloves
- Do not smoke!
- Observe country-specific safety regulations.
First aid measures:
- If swallowed: Do NOT induce vomiting, unless expressly instructed to do so by medical personnel. Do not administer anything to an unconscious person through their mouth. Consult a doctor immediately if larger quantities of this substance are swallowed. Loosen tight-fitting items of clothing (e.g. collar, tie, belt or similar).
- Eye contact: Remove contact lenses if worn. In the event of eye contact, rinse eyes for at least 15 minutes with plenty of water. It is essential to use WARM WATER. Consult a doctor .
- Skin contact: In the event of skin contact, rinse immediately with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothes and shoes. Wash affected clothes before wearing again. Clean shoes thoroughly before reusing. Call for a doctor .
- After inhalation: If inhaled, take the person affected outside into fresh air immediately and keep them under supervision. Call for a doctor . If breathing difficulties are experienced, administer additional oxygen. If the person affected stops breathing, administer the kiss of life.
Recycling
Catch and dispose of emerging refrigerant oil.
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.