• Minimal maintenance, easy seal replacement, long life At FasTest, we regularly modify standard products to fit your and ergonomically friendly designs specific application and testing requirements.
FasTest gas series connectors are designed to connect to specific CGA gas valves Do not connect to a damaged cylinder valve Contact FasTest if the product is damaged, or if you have inquiries on the proper function of the connector Do not use the connector until clarification is sought Connectors may only be dismantled by FasTest or trained personnel Do not use excessive force when connecting.
• Check if collets open and close properly by actuating the connector several times • Check if connector marking complies with the application • The FasTest connector is ready to operate note Avoid lateral forces like short connecting hoses because this could cause leakage.
(See good vs. bad connection photos, pages 4-5) Figure 4c - 4d. Align CGA 580/590 connector tight and square against valve with no visible gap to avoid damage to the sealing surface FasTest, Inc. 1646 Terrace Drive Roseville, MN 55113 Support: (800) 444-2373 Fax: (651) 645-7390 www.fastestinc.com...
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Bail Handle Compressed Gas Connectors operatIon 580 rpV pin retraction note Pin retraction is shown using FasTest tool G580RPVPT. Retraction may also be done using standard pliers Figure 5a. note how the pin Figure 5b. Push down Figure 5c. Rotate 90°...
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STYLE COnnECTORS WHILE unDER SYSTEM PRESSuRE. (See Safety Pin care in Maintenance section of this manual). Figure 10. Safety pin retracts when connector is depressurized FasTest, Inc. 1646 Terrace Drive Roseville, MN 55113 Support: (800) 444-2373 Fax: (651) 645-7390 www.fastestinc.com...
DO nOT DISMAnTLE THE COnnECTOR. • The manufacturer (FasTest) should refurbish connectors after 50,000 fill cycles. • You may use only original FasTest spare parts that are designed for the application and are subject to strict quality control. See Warranty.
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Bail Handle Compressed Gas Connectors MaIntenance Bail Handles FasTest recommends a periodic inspection and tightening of the actuator handles on applicable CGA standards. If screws are loose, tighten to 8-10 ft-lb. Do not over tighten screws. A drop of Loctite 242 on the threads of the screw is appropriate.
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• Inspect that all threaded components are tight and properly torqued • Check for any bent or missing components • Check for proper actuation of handle, collets and all moving components • Check for leaks FasTest, Inc. 1646 Terrace Drive Roseville, MN 55113 Support: (800) 444-2373 Fax: (651) 645-7390 www.fastestinc.com...
Oxygen cleaning requirements of specific CGA standards, this section are immediately available for field replacement. Additional field replacement components such as bail FasTest requires you to return gas connector products for handles are also available by consulting FasTest. Remaining maintenance and repair. Specific CGA standards require components are not offered for field replacement as they Oxygen cleaning before being returned to field service.
Gas Connector CGA standards 346, 540, 580 and 580 RPV series. Gas connector products should be visibly inspected on a routine basis to ensure efficient product performance. Refer to the Maintenance Checklist on page 8. FasTest, Inc. 1646 Terrace Drive...
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Inability to fully (a) Bent actuator pin (a) Replace actuator pin or a leakage with 540 actuate connector (b) Return to FasTest for repair and 580 RPV style actuator handle and/ (b) Damaged actuator piston connectors and Residual or outer sleeve...
Warranty FasTest, Inc. warrants its products against defects in workmanship and materials for 12 months from the date of sale by FasTest, Inc. or its authorized distributor. This warranty is void if the product is misused, tampered with or used in a manner that is contrary to FasTest, Inc.’s written recommendations and/or instructions.
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