FasTest Bail Handle Gas Connectors - Manual (Page 7)

Bail Handle Compressed Gas Connectors
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Incorrect Handle positioning
step 4
Connect. The safety pin protrudes out (engages) at
a pressure of approximately 150 psig, depending on
connector age, cleanliness and lubrication.
step 5
Disconnect. Disconnect only when the connector is
depressurized and the safety pin retracts.
DO nOT ATTEMPT TO DISCOnnECT ACTuATOR
STYLE COnnECTORS WHILE unDER SYSTEM
PRESSuRE. (See Safety Pin care in Maintenance
section of this manual).
operatIon
Figure 9. Safety pin extends
to stop sleeve travel and
accidental disconnection
Figure 8b. Incorrect positioning: handle is parallel or at an
upward angle relative to the connector body
Figure 10. Safety pin
retracts when connector is
depressurized
Figure 6c. Misaligned
CGA 346/540
Figure 7c. Misaligned
CGA 580/590
Figure 6d. Exposed threads
CGA 346/540
Figure 7d. Exposed threads
CGA 580/590
Incorrect connections
!
WARNING: Improper thread connection
can result in injury or death.