Handling HFC-134a (R-134a) Refrigerant and Specified Compressor Oil

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WARNING: Handle the HFC-134a (R-134a) refrigerant with care as follows. If not, it may cause severe injury such as blindness and frostbite.

Do not expose the refrigerant to skin and eyes. Wear safety glasses and gloves. If the refrigerant is exposed to skin or eyes, get medical attention immediately.
Keep the refrigerant away from fire. High temperature may result in fire.
Do not heat the refrigerant container over 35 °C (95 °F). Otherwise, the container may cause explosion.
Select a well-ventilated area so as not to absorb the refrigerant.

CAUTION: Do not expose bright metals to liquid refrigerant. Refrigerant combined with moisture is corrosive and tarnishes surfaces of bright metals including chrome.

NOTE:

Do not discharge HFC-134a (R-134a) refrigerant into atmosphere.
The specified compressor oil of HFC-134a (R-134a) is highly hygroscopic.
Keep internal parts of air conditioning free from moisture and dirt. When disconnecting any line from system, install a blind plug or cap to the fitting immediately.
If pipes or hoses are replaced, replenish A/C compressor with specified amount of compressor oil from suction side referring to "REPLENISHING COMPRESSOR OIL " in Operation Procedure for Refrigerant Charge .