If refrigerant contacts the eyes or mucous membranes, this page's first aid instructions are direct: wash immediately with copious running water and summon an eye specialist without delay.
| In the event of contact with the eyes or mucous membranes,
wash immediately with copious running water and summon an eye
specialist. |
| In the event of contact with the skin, remove wetted
clothing and wash the affected skin with copious water. |
| If refrigerant vapours are breathed in high concentrations,
take the patient immediately into the fresh air. Summon a
doctor. If the patient has trouble breathing, administer oxygen.
If the patient's breathing is restricted or stops, bend the head
at the neck and commence resuscitation. |
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Questions & answers
First aid — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
What first aid is needed for R134a contact?
Eyes/mucous membranes: flush with copious water for 15 minutes. Skin: warm affected area slowly — do not rub. Ingestion: seek medical attention immediately.
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