BUG-O Systems Flame Cutting - Manual (Page 14)

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3. REGULATORS
a. Regulators are reducing valves used to reduce
the high supply pressure to that which is desired.
The gage on the regulator indicates the
pressure at which gas is supplied to the torch.
b. The Regulators should be handled with care.
Damaged regulators will give inaccurate
pressure readings which will affect the quality
of the cut. The needle should read 0 before
pressure is applied.
c. Grease or oil should never be used on
regulator fittings because they can cause
burning or explosion of lines.
d. Gas and oxygen outlets should be blown out
to remove grit or dust, before attaching to the
regulator.
e. If needle on gage appears to be stuck when
pressure is applied, tap lightly with your finger.
If this does not cause the needle to move, the
gage should be sent to the repair department.
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