
Safety
1-8
E1995 Nordson Corporation
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Manual 56--WM480--MA--02
As there is a wide variety of liquid adhesives available with different
compositions and characteristics, it is impossible here to give an
exhaustive list of safety notes reflecting the typical characteristics of
liquid adhesives. The use of liquid adhesives in Nordson’s liquid adhesive
application systems therefore requires reference to the liquid adhesive
manufacturer’s documents beforehand.
Information relating to safety aspects e.g. concerning solvent content,
hazards and countermeasures in the event of liquid adhesive coming into
contact with skin or mucous membranes are contained in the technical
data sheets and the DIN Safety Data Sheets from the manufacturer.
NOTE:
SAlways refer to the manufacturer’s Material Safety Data Sheet or
material information before working with any liquid adhesives.
SIt may be necessary to refer to the manufacturer’s notes on the use of
materials from a third party. These may be required for processing a
liquid adhesive, but hazards arising from their use are not necessarily
mentioned by the manufacturer of the liquid adhesive.
SLiquid adhesives may still give off vapors when they are processed
correctly. The smell produced can cause some annoyance. This is
especially true where liquid adhesives are used that contain solvent,
thus requiring the use of breathing equipment e.g. a filter.
SIf the prescribed processing conditions are not followed, harmful
decomposition products may develop. Therefore, the vapors must be
removed.
SWash hands well before breaks and when work is finished.
SIf liquid adhesive comes into contact with eyes or mucous
membranes, rinse well with water -- especially the eyes. Change
damp clothes, and seek medical advice if it is swallowed.
SDisposal must be according to the waste key in the DIN Safety Data
Sheet. Liquid adhesives or residue, solvent or separating agents must
not be released into open waterways. In the case of a leak or spillage,
contain liquid and if necessary use an absorbant material e.g.
sawdust to soak it up; then proceed according to the relevant waste
disposal regulations.
SIf solvents or separating agents are used to process a liquid
adhesive, follow the safety and disposal information from the
manufacturer.
11. Liquid Adhesives