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• NEVER weld or cut a pressurized cylinder.
• Identify your application and only use correct gas cylinders, regulators, hoses and fittings.
Keep all well maintained and replace as needed.
• NEVER face valve outlet when opening.
• ALWAYS keep protective cap over the valve when cylinder is not in use.
• Cylinders require specialized equipment or cylinder tote to move and position safely.
• Read and comply with instructions from Compressed Gas Association (CGA) publication
P-1.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS
• Welding or cutting equipment produces fumes or gases which contain chemicals known to
the State of California to cause birth defect and, in some cases, cancer. (California Health
& Safety Code Section 25249.5 et seq.)
This product contains chemicals, including lead, or otherwise produces chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
SECTION 2 – GLOSSARY OF TERMS
FLASHBACK – The return of flame through the torch and into the gas hose or beyond.
Flashback has the potential to travel through the torch, hose, regulator and into the cylinder.
Flashback can cause explosion in the system.
BACKFIRE – The return of flame through the torch producing a popping sound. The flame will
either extinguish or reignite the tip.
SUSTAINED BACKFIRE – The return of flame through the torch with continued burning
within the torch. This condition is characterized by popping sounds followed by a continuous
hissing sound.
CRACK – A process in which one momentarily and slightly opens and closes the cylinder valve
to dislodge dust or dirt.
FUEL – For the purposes of this manual, the word fuel is synonymous with Acetylene. (i.e.
Fuel Gas)