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Invacare® ML4, ML6, M9 Cylinder With Conserver
DANGER!
Risk of Injury or Death
Improper filling or abuse of this cylinder assembly, or
failure to follow these safety instructions may cause
serious bodily injury or death. High pressure oxidizing
gas vigorously accelerates combustion.
– DO NOT alter or modify cylinder assembly or related
components.
– DO NOT use oil or grease. Keep cylinder, all
equipment and connections free of oil and grease to
avoid violent ignition resulting in serious bodily injury
or death.
3.4.1 The Hydrostatic Testing Date
Aluminum cylinders MUST undergo testing every five years.
DANGER!
Risk of Death, Injury or Damage from Fire
To avoid fire, death, injury or damage:
– Cylinders that have been refinished and/or exposed
to elevated temperatures MUST be hydrostatically
tested before filling. Cylinder temperature should not
exceed 60° C (140° F). Aluminum cylinders subject to
the action of fire or heated temperatures in excess of
177° C (350° F) MUST be withdrawn from service
and condemned by trained personnel. DO NOT
use caustic paint strippers. Valve and safety relief
devices MUST be removed and replaced by trained
and authorized personnel. DO NOT alter or change
valve assembly.
– All cylinders MUST be inspected before attempting to
fill; otherwise, injury or damage may occur.
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WARNING!
Risk of Injury
To reduce the risk of injury:
– DO NOT fill cylinders that have not been tested
in the past five years. Otherwise, serious personal
injury may result. Contact your dealer/Home Care
equipment provider for replacement.
3.4.2 External Examination
WARNING!
Risk of Injury or Damage
To reduce the risk of injury or product damage:
– DO NOT use the cylinder if any of the following
items are found. Contact your dealer/Home Care
equipment provider for a replacement.
1.
Examine the outside of the cylinder for the following conditions.
If they exist, contact your provider for service.
•
Dents or dings, arc burn, soil or grease, any other signs
of damage that might cause a cylinder to be unacceptable
or unsafe for use
2.
Examine the cylinder for evidence of fire or thermal damage.
Evidence includes charring or blistering of the paint, or other
protective coating or heat sensitive indicator. If fire or thermal
damage is found, contact your dealer/Home Care equipment
provider for a replacement.
3.
Inspect the cylinder assembly for the following conditions. If they
exist, contact your provider for a replacement.
•
Debris, oil or grease, noticeable signs of damage, signs of
corrosion, signs of excessive heat or fire damage, signs of
pressure leaks
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