Invacare® HomeFill® Oxygen System
The Hydrostatic Testing Date
Aluminum cylinders MUST undergo testing every five years.
WARNING!
– DO NOT fill cylinders that have not been tested
in the past five years. Otherwise, serious
personal injury may result. Contact your dealer
for replacement.
External Examination
1.
Examine the outside of the cylinder for the following
conditions, and replace the cylinder if they exist:
•
Dents or dings
•
Arc burns
•
Oil or grease
•
Any other signs of damage that might cause a
cylinder to be unacceptable or unsafe for use.
2.
Examine the cylinder for evidence of fire or thermal
damage. Evidence includes charring or blistering of
the paint, or other protective coating or heat sensitive
indicator. If fire or thermal damage is found, replace
the cylinder.
3.
Inspect the cylinder/regulator assembly for the following
and replace if found:
•
Debris, oil or grease
•
Noticeable signs of damage
•
Signs of corrosion inside the valve
•
Signs of excessive heat or fire damage
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