
Section 2: Before You Begin
January 2017
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Section 2: Before You Begin
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9. Clearly establish flow direction of the fluid before installation of controllers, regulators,
valves and accessories. It is the responsibility of the user to install the equipment in the
correct direction.
10. Remove pressure from the system before tightening fittings, gauges or components.
11. Never turn controller, regulator or filters. Instead, hold the body and turn fitting nut.
12. If a controller, regulator or valve leaks or malfunctions, take it out of service immediately.
13. Apply pressure to the system gradually, avoiding a sudden surge of fluid or pressure
shock to the equipment in the system.
14. Regulators are not shut-off valves. Install a pressure relief device downstream of the
regulator to protect the process equipment from operating pressure increases. Shut off
the supply pressure when the regulator is not in use.
15. Periodic inspection and scheduled maintenance of your equipment is required for
continued safe operation.
16. The frequency of servicing is the responsibility of the user based on the application.
Never allow problems or lack of maintenance to go unreported.
17. Read and follow precautions on compressed gas cylinder labels.
18. It is important that you analyze all aspects of your application and review all available
information concerning the product or system. Obtain, read and understand the
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for each fluid used in your system.
19. Never use materials for controllers, regulators, valves or accessories that are not
compatible with the fluids being used.
20. Users must test under normal operating conditions to determine suitability of materials
in an application.
21. Vent fluids to a safe environment and in an area away from employees. Be sure
that venting and disposal methods are in accordance with Federal, State and
Local requirements. Locate and construct vent lines to prevent condensation or
gas accumulation. Make sure the vent outlet is not obstructed by rain, snow, ice,
vegetation, insects, birds, etc. Do not interconnect vent lines; use separate lines if more
than one vent is needed.
22. Do not locate regulators, valves or accessories controlling flammable fluids near open
flames or any other source of ignition.
23. Some fluids, when burning, do not exhibit a visible flame. Use extreme caution when
inspecting and/or servicing systems using flammable fluids to avoid death or serious
injury to employees. Provide a device to warn employees of these dangerous conditions.
24. Many gases can cause suffocation. Make certain the area is well ventilated. Provide a
device to warn employees of lack of Oxygen.
25. Never use oil or grease on these controllers, regulators, valves or accessories. Oil and
grease are easily ignited and may combine violently with some fluids under pressure.
26. Have emergency equipment in the area if toxic or flammable fluids are used.
27. Do not bleed system by loosening fittings.
28. Prevent icing of the equipment by removing excess moisture from the gas.
29. Always use proper thread lubricants and sealants on tapered pipe threads.