Bayer HealthCare Rapidlab 800 - Manual (Page 618)

HĆ26 800 Series Operator's Manual
Removing the Gas Tanks
Compressed gas tanks require cautious handling. To prevent
damage and possible personal injury, refer to Replacing the Gas Tanks in Section
3, for more detailed precautions.
1. Remove the gas tanks, as shown in Table H-4:
Table HĆ4.āăRemoving the Gas Tank and Regulator
Needle Valve
Adjustment Knob
Gas Tank Seal
Regulator Nipple
Yoke
Screw
Gas Line
Yoke
Dowel Pins
Valve Stem
Valve Outlet
Dowel Pin Holes
Gas Tank
a. Using a valve wrench, close each gas tank by turning the valve stem
clockwise.
b. Disconnect the gas regulators from the gas tanks by unscrewing the yoke
screws.
c. Verify that the gas tank seals are in place on the regulators.
d. Remove the gas tanks to a well ventilated, open area.
e. Position each valve outlet so that it is facing down, away from loose
objects.
CAUTION:ĄĂ Avoid contact with the gas stream. Gas under pressure can cause
bodily injury and property damage.
f. Using the wrench, release the contents of the gas tanks by turning the valve
stems counterclockwise.
WARNING
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