Taylor-Wharton RS-234 - Manual (Page 7)

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GENERAL INFORMATION
The HOSPITAL RESERVE is a vacuum-insulated, stainless steel container designed to store liquid oxygen, nitrogen,
or argon at cryogenic temperatures. The HOSPITAL RESERVE can be used for on-site storage and supply in a wide
range of applications. Operating pressure for gas service applications is normally 75 psig (5.17 bar). As rugged, long
holding time, gas supply systems, these cylinders are capable of providing continuous flow rates of up to 600 SCFH
(16 Nm
3
/hr). An external vaporizer is required for applications requiring gas at ambient temperatures. Specifications
are provided in the general arrangement drawings in the appendix of this manual.
Handling the Container
The HOSPITAL RESERVE containers are rugged liquid containers. However, all cryogenic liquid containers have an
inner container and outer container with an insulated vacuum space between them. Any abuse (rough handling, dents,
dropping, tip-over, etc.) can affect the integrity of the container's insulation system.
• Never lay the container on its side. Always ship, operate, and store the unit in a vertical, or upright, position.
• When loading or unloading the container from a truck use a forklift, crane, or parallel loading dock.
• Always secure the container to the vehicle before transporting.
• Transport the container empty and at a pressure of 20 psig or less. Never transport the HOSPITAL
RESERVE while containing product.
To move the container over rough surfaces, or to lift the container, attach an appropriate sling to both lifting lugs on
top of the container, and use a portable lifting device that will handle the weight of the container. The weight of the
container is listed in the general arrangement drawing at the end of this manual.