Handling the Container
The XL Series containers are very rugged liquid cylinders. All cryogenic liquid cylinders
have an inner container and an outer container with an insulated vacuum space between
them. Any abuse (dents, dropping, tip-over, etc.) can affect the integrity of the containers
insulation system.
When fully loaded, the XL-55 in argon service will contain 551 lb. (250 kg) of product.
While moving a full container, you may be handling 821 lb. (372 kg) and you should treat
the load accordingly. The attachment points provided on the XL-45/50/55 will allow you to
use a hand truck or a hoist to handle these loads properly. Do not attempt to move these
cylinders by any other means. While moving the cylinder, the following precautions should
be observed.
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Never lay the cylinder on its side. Always ship, operate and store the unit in a vertical
or upright position.
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When loading or unloading the container from a truck, use a hand truck, lift gate, crane
or parallel loading dock. Never attempt to manually lift the unit.
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To move the container over rough surfaces, or to lift the container, attach an appropri-
ated sling to the lifting points cut into the welded support posts, and use a portable
lifting device that will handle the weight of the container and its contents.
XL-45, XL-50, XL-55
Containers
FREIGHT DAMAGE
PRECAUTIONS
ANY FREIGHT DAMAGE CLAIMS ARE
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. Cryogenic
liquid containers are delivered to your
carrier from Taylor-Wharton’s dock in new
condition. When you receive our product
you may expect it to be in that same
condition. For your own protection, take
time to visually inspect each shipment in
the presence of the carrier’s agent before
you accept delivery. If any damage is
observed, make an appropriate notation
on the freight bill. Then ask the driver to
sign the notation before you receive the
equipment. You should decline to accept
containers that show damage which may
affect serviceability.