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Gas cylinders are under very high pressure, follow these safety
instructions.
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Gas cylinder contents are under high pressure.
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Ensure contents of cylinders are properly identified.
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Don't destroy or remove identification tags or labels.
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Check to see cylinder valves are protected with protective caps.
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Leave caps on until the gas is about to be used.
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Do not roll or drop cylinders, or let them bump violently against each other.
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Secure large cylinders (125 cuft) with a chain or strap positioned around the upper third of the
cylinder.
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Small cylinders (22 cuft) may be put on their side and blocked to prevent from rolling.
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Clear cylinder valve of any dust or dirt before attaching the regulator.
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Some regulators are only for specific gases and regulators should not be interchanged. CGA580
valve connection must be used for argon and nitrogen cylinders.
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Stand to the side of the regulator when opening the cylinder valve.
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Open cylinder valve slowly.
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Store cylinders in a well‐ventilated area away from all sources of heat or flames.
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Before returning cylinder, close the valve and replace the protective cap.
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Mark empty cylinders "EMPTY".
GAS CYLINDER SAFE HANDLING
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