Chicago Electric 92496 operating instructions California Health & Safety Code 25249.5 et seq

8.Proper cylinder care. Secure cylinders to a cart, wall, or post, to prevent them from falling. All cylinders should be used and stored in an upright position. Never drop or strike a cylinder. Do not use cylinders that have been dented. Cylinder caps should be used when moving or storing cylinders. Empty cylinders should be kept in specified areas and clearly marked “empty”.

9.Never use oil or grease on any inlet connector, outlet connector, or cylinder valves.

10.Always use reverse-flow check valves on the torch and regulator. This greatly reduces the possibility of mixing gases in the regulator or hose.

11.Working pressure on the Acetylene Regulator should NEVER be set above 15 PSI.

12.There must be TWO O-Rings (C24, C25) on the Connector (C23) end. The

absence of either O-Ring can lead to flashback within the Torch	Handle or
Cutting Attachment.

13.For the Cutting Attachment, inspect the tapered seating surfaces on the Tip and in the Torch Head. Have a qualified technician resurface the seat area if it has dents, burrs, or is burned. A poor seating surface may result in backfire or flashback.

14.Backfire and flashback. When the flame goes out with a loud “pop”, it is called a backfire. Backfire can be caused by (1) operating the Torch at lower pressures than required for the Tip used, (2) touching the Tip against the workpiece, (3) overheating the Tip, or (4) an obstruction in the Tip. If backfire occurs, shut off the Torch Handle Valves (oxygen first) and after remedying the cause, relight the Torch. A flashback is a condition that results when the flame flashes back into the Torch and burns inside with a shrill hissing or squealing noise. If flashback occurs, close the Torch Handle Valves (oxygen first), IMMEDIATELY. Flashback generally indicates a problem that should be repaired. A clogged Tip, improper functioning of the Valves, or incorrect acetylene/oxygen pressure could lead to flashback. Make sure to find the cause before relighting the Torch.

15. WARNING! This product, when used for welding and similar applica- tions, contains or produces a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects (or other reproductive harm).

(California Health & Safety Code 25249.5 et seq.)

16.WARNING! The brass components of this product contain lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects (or other reproductive harm). (California Health & Safety Code 25249.5 et seq.)

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