RE320
User manual
Version: 1
Page: 8 of 21
ate: 2023.05
Danger of Suffocation
ry ice pellets are CO
2
in solid form. At ordinary atmospheric pressure, CO
2
can only exist in this solid form at
temperatures of -79°C (-110°F) or lower. Therefore, during dry ice production, the CO
2
will immediately be heated and
thus transform from solid form into gas form.
Please note:
Since the specific gravity of CO
2
is higher than that of ordinary atmospheric air, the air with its contents of oxygen will be
replaced by CO
2
if the dry ice production is taking place in small or insufficiently ventilated rooms.
Therefore, please note the following:
1. Low CO
2
concentrations (3-5%) may cause headaches and rapid breathing.
2. CO
2
concentrations of (7-10%) may cause headaches and nausea and may result in unconsciousness.
3. Higher CO
2
concentrations will result in unconsciousness and suffocation.
High CO
2
concentrations may result in unconsciousness due to the displacement of oxygen. Therefore, always provide
sufficient ventilation of the working area, and avoid producing dry ice in small rooms.
Static Electricity
ry ice can cause electrostatic discharges. However, the equipment is bonded to the ground to minimize electrostatic
discharge, and the warning sign is meant to instruct the operator to avoid placing the equipment in rooms containing
explosive gasses.
It is recommended to use a plastic shovel in the dry ice container.
Danger of Congelation
CO
2
in solid form has a temperature of -79°C
/-110°F or lower at atmospheric pressure and can therefore cause serious congelation injuries.
IMPORTANT!
The dry ice is extremely cold, therefore, do not touch parts of the machine, which are in direct contact with the dry ice
without wearing appropriate protective clothing and gloves.
