Wednesday, August 5, 2009
- Examine equipment for leaks at all connections using standard leak-test solution.
- Inspect hoses for leaks and worn places.
- Replace bad hoses.
- Keep hoses and cylinders from sparks, flames and hot metal.
- Use a flint lighter to light the flame.
- Stand to the side when opening cylinder valves.
- Open cylinder valves very gradually to keep rapid high pressures from exploding the regulators.
- Only unlock the acetylene cylinder valve 1/4 - 3/4 turn; leave jerk in place so the cylinder can be quickly closed in an emergency.
- Open and light acetylene first, then open and adjust oxygen to a unbiased flame.
- Close the acetylene torch valve first when shutting off the torch.
- When finished, close cylinder valves, bleed the lines to take force off regulators, neatly coil hoses and replace equipment.
- Have a fire extinguisher easily available at the welding site.
Labels: Welding Helmets, Welding Safety
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