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Diesel Exhaust Fluid

Yahoo Message Number: 74123
Can anyone tell me if this will effect us?

About DEF

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is a nontoxic solution of 67.5% water and 32.5% automotive grade urea. DEF is stable, colorless and odorless and meets accepted international standards for purity and composition. DEF is used in Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) systems to change the oxides of nitrogen emissions in diesel exhaust into nitrogen gas and water vapor. SCR is an after-treatment technology that treats exhaust gas downstream of the engine by injecting DEF into the exhaust stream. The goal of an SCR system is to reduce levels of NOx (oxides of nitrogen emitted from engines) in order to protect public health and the environment. Diesel engines purchased after Jan. 1, 2010, require the use of DEF in vehicles using SCR technology to reduce emissions and meet the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 2010 tailpipe standards.

CC#10137 Dixie Snyder

Re: Diesel Exhaust Fluid

Reply #1 –
Yahoo Message Number: 74132
Here is a good article (pdf) you should read -
http://www.fleetguard.com/pdfs/product_lit/americas_brochures/MB10033.pdf
Some answers related to your question, which are excerpts from the article are:

Q. Should I be concerned about handling DEF?
A. No. DEF is a nontoxic, nonpolluting, non-hazardous and nonflammable solution. It is stable, colorless, and meets accepted international standards for purity and composition. DEF is safe to handle and store and poses no serious risk to humans, animals, equipment or the environment when handled properly. MSDS sheets are currently available on cumminsfiltration.com.
Q. What should I do if I spill DEF?
A. If DEF is spilled, contain the spilled liquid and absorb it with an inert, non-combustible absorbent material, such as sand. Shovel the material into a suitable container for disposal. Spills into a drain should be avoided. If spilled into a drain, flush thoroughly with water. For significant quantities, contact local authorities for proper disposal procedures. If DEF is spilled on your vehicle, rinse with water.
Q. What happens if I ingest DEF?
A. DEF should never be ingested. If it is ingested, do not induce vomiting. A physician should be consulted if you begin experience any symptoms.
Q. What happens if I inhale DEF?
A. While pumping DEF will not cause significant exposure, inhalation may occur if exposed to DEF in a closed area and/ of if DEF is misted into the air. Under normal conditions of use, harmful effects are not expected.
If you inhale DEF, you should move to an area with fresh air and obtain medical attention if symptoms, such as irritation to nose and throat, develop or persist.
Q. Does DEF smell?
A. DEF may have a slightly pungent odor similar to that of ammonia, however it is completely harmless.
Q. Is DEF corrosive?
A. DEF is corrosive to copper and brass as well as other materials. Only approved materials, such as high density polyethylene (HDPE), will be used in the DEF tank, packaging and dispensing equipment.

Lee
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Lee (leozbrowski@...) 2007 Country Coach Intrigue 12153
CAT C-13

Re: Diesel Exhaust Fluid

Reply #2 –
Yahoo Message Number: 74134
Lee.

I think someone hacked your account. August 30, 2011, I received an e-mail from your gmail.com address that said you were in Madrid and needed money to get home.

Dennis Clayton, 2006 Inspire, #51581

From: Lee Zaborowski

To: Country-Coach-Owners@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, September 1, 2011 10:54 AM Subject: Re: [Country-Coach-Owners] Diesel Exhaust Fluid

Here is a good article (pdf) you should read -
http://www.fleetguard.com/pdfs/product_lit/americas_brochures/MB10033.pdf
Some answers related to your question, which are excerpts from the article are:

Q. Should I be concerned about handling DEF?
A. No. DEF is a nontoxic, nonpolluting, non-hazardous and nonflammable solution. It is stable, colorless, and meets accepted international standards for purity and composition. DEF is safe to handle and store and poses no serious risk to humans, animals, equipment or the environment when handled properly. MSDS sheets are currently available on cumminsfiltration.com.
Q. What should I do if I spill DEF?
A. If DEF is spilled, contain the spilled liquid and absorb it with an inert, non-combustible absorbent material, such as sand. Shovel the material into a suitable container for disposal. Spills into a drain should be avoided. If spilled into a drain, flush thoroughly with water. For significant quantities, contact local authorities for proper disposal procedures. If DEF is spilled on your vehicle, rinse with water.
Q. What happens if I ingest DEF?
A. DEF should never be ingested. If it is ingested, do not induce vomiting. A physician should be consulted if you begin experience any symptoms.
Q. What happens if I inhale DEF?
A. While pumping DEF will not cause significant exposure, inhalation may occur if exposed to DEF in a closed area and/ of if DEF is misted into the air. Under normal conditions of use, harmful effects are not expected.
If you inhale DEF, you should move to an area with fresh air and obtain medical attention if symptoms, such as irritation to nose and throat, develop or persist.
Q. Does DEF smell?
A. DEF may have a slightly pungent odor similar to that of ammonia, however it is completely harmless.
Q. Is DEF corrosive?
A. DEF is corrosive to copper and brass as well as other materials. Only approved materials, such as high density polyethylene (HDPE), will be used in the DEF tank, packaging and dispensing equipment.

Lee
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Lee (leozbrowski@...) 2007 Country Coach Intrigue 12153
CAT C-13