ASTM D6231-98(2003) - 10.2.1998
 
1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers the requirements for HFC-125 as a fire-fighting medium.

1.2 This specification does not address the fire-fighting equipment or hardware that employs HFC-125 or the conditions of employing such equipment, for example, hand helds, fixed installations, etc.

1.3 This specification does not address the storage or transportation of HFC-125. Storage, handling, and transportation issues are addressed in Practice D6268.

1.4 The following safety hazards caveat pertains to the test methods portion, Section 6, of this specification. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific hazards statements are given in Note 1.

 
2. Referenced Documents

D6806-02(2022)

Standard Practice for Analysis of Halogenated Organic Solvents and Their Admixtures by Gas Chromatography

ISO 3427

Gaseous Halogenated Hydrocarbons (Liquefied Gases) - Taking a Sample

2008 Appendix C

Analytical Procedures for ARI Standard 700-2006

Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 49,

Part 172.101, Tables of Hazardous Materials and Special Provisions

Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 49,

Part 172 Subpart D, Marking Requirements of Packaging for Transportation

ASRE Standard 34,

Designation of Refrigerants

D6268-21

Standard Practice for Handling, Transportation, and Storage of HFC-125, Pentafluoroethane (C2HF5)