MetFab - Air Products Welder's Handbook - Flipbook - Page 48
Safe operating practices oxy-fuel gas
Always…
• Secure cylinders in an upright position
during storage, transportation and use.
• Use a suitable trolley when moving
cylinders.
• Comply with safety requirements
regarding the use of oxygen and
acetylene cylinders and associated
equipment.
• Wear all required personal protective
equipment (PPE).
• If you need to transport an acetylene
cylinder horizontally, ensure it is left to
stand upright for 24 hours prior to use.
• Use an approved lighting up and
shutting down procedure (see pages
46 and 47).
Assembly and
initial set-up
• Ensure the correct equipment is selected
- cylinder regulators shall not be more
than 5 years from the manufacture
date/last retest date.
• Cylinder regulators shall only be
used for their specified gas, e.g.
do not use a propane regulator on
acetylene, etc.
• Cylinder adaptors shall not be used.
• Inspect the equipment thoroughly for
damage and replace as required.
• Ensure all equipment is free from oil
and grease.
• If using traditional cylinders,
connect the…
- cylinder regulator to the cylinder valve,
- flashback arrestor to the regulator,
- hose to the flashback arrestor.
• When using Integra® cylinders
connect the…
- integrated flashback arrestor and
quick connector to the Integra® quick
connect outlet,
- hose to the flashback arrestor.
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