FasTest Bail Handle Gas Connectors - Manual (Page 9)

Bail Handle Compressed Gas Connectors
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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.
safety pins
Safety pin operation must be inspected daily. With
actuator handle connectors, the safety pin will protrude
out during the filling cycle at approximately 150-psig. The
safety pin retracts back into the connector body upon
completion of the fill/vent cycle. The actuator handle will
flip back easily when the connector is depressurized and
the safety pin retracts. Failure to wait may cause damage
to the safety pin.
If the safety pin does not function properly, the pin
assembly may require cleaning and lubrication. Or, if bent,
the safety pin will require total replacement. Attempting to
disconnect the connector while pressurized contributes to
the bending of the safety pin.
DO nOT ATTEMPT TO DISCOnnECT ACTuATOR
STYLE COnnECTORS WHILE unDER PRESSuRE.
MaIntenance
Figure 13. Tighten with a torque wrench
Figure 14b. Straight handles, side view
Figure 15. Example
of a bad or damaged
safety pin. When the
pin is bent it will not
retract. There is a
noticeable indentation
on the sleeve from
contact with pin. The
handle is also bent
from forcing actuation
while the pin is
protruding out
Figure 14a. Inspect bail handles for straight position