Teledyne 2120XL - Trace Nitrogen Analyzer - Manual (Page 24)

Introduction Model 2120XL
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not followed. Therefore, during handling and use of these gases, be
certain to use applicable safety precautions described by your local
compressed gas supplier, the Compressed Gas Association, and/or
OSHA regulations.
1. Read the label on all cylinders BEFORE using to identify
the cylinder contents. If the label is illegible, return the
cylinder to the supplier. DO NOT ASSUME THE
CONTENTS.
2. Secure cylinders in storage and in use to an immovable
structure to prevent accidental falling or movement. Read
the relevant safety codes.
3. Store or move cylinders ONLY in the vertical position. DO
NOT move or transport cylinders with regulators attached.
4. Store cylinders in a well ventilated area away from heat or
ignition sources.
5. When installing tubing, provide ONLY approved, adequate
pressure reducing regulators and pressure relief devices to
prevent over-pressurizing of tubing and equipment.
6. Never drop cylinders or permit them to strike each other
violently.
7. Cylinders may be stored in the open but, in such cases,
should be protected against extremes of weather and from
damp ground (to prevent rusting) in areas where extreme
temperatures are prevalent, store cylinders in the shade.
8. The valve protection cap should be left on each cylinder
until cylinder has been secured against a wall or bench, or
placed in a cylinder stand and is ready for use.
9. Avoid dragging, rolling or sliding cylinders even for a short
distance. Move cylinders by using a suitable hand truck.
10. Never tamper with safety devices in valves or cylinders.
11. Do not store full and empty cylinders together. Serious
suck-back can occur when an empty cylinder is attached to a
pressurized system.
12. No part of a cylinder should be subjected to a temperature
higher than 52°C (125°F). Do not permit flame to come in
contact with any part of a compressed gas cylinder.