Owner`s Manual

Invacare® ML4, ML6 and M9 Cylinder with Conserver

DANGER!

Risk of Injury or Death

Improper filling or abuse of this cylinder assembly, or failure to follow these safety instructions may cause serious bodily injury or death. High pressure oxidizing gas vigorously accelerates combustion.

– DO NOT alter or modify cylinder assembly or related components.

– DO NOT use oil or grease. Keep cylinder, all equipment and connections free of oil and grease to avoid violent ignition resulting in serious bodily injury or death.

3.4.1

The Hydrostatic Testing Date

Aluminum cylinders MUST undergo testing every five years.

DANGER!

Risk of Death, Injury or Damage from Fire

To avoid fire, death, injury or damage:

– Cylinders that have been refinished and/or exposed to elevated temperatures MUST be hydrostatically tested before filling. Cylinder temperature should not exceed 60° C (140° F). Aluminum cylinders subject to the action of fire or heated temperatures in excess of

177° C (350° F) MUST be withdrawn from service and condemned by trained personnel. DO NOT use caustic paint strippers. Valve and safety relief devices MUST be removed and replaced by trained and authorized personnel. DO NOT alter or change valve assembly.

– All cylinders MUST be inspected before attempting to fill; otherwise, injury or damage may occur.

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WARNING!

Risk of Injury

To reduce the risk of injury:

– DO NOT fill cylinders that have not been tested in the past five years. Otherwise, serious personal injury may result. Contact your dealer/Home Care equipment provider for replacement.

3.4.2

External Examination

WARNING!

Risk of Injury or Damage

To reduce the risk of injury or product damage:

– DO NOT use the cylinder if any of the following items are found. Contact your dealer/Home Care equipment provider for a replacement.

1.

Examine the outside of the cylinder for the following conditions.

If they exist, contact your provider for service.

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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, contact your dealer/Home Care equipment provider for a replacement.

3.

Inspect the cylinder assembly for the following conditions. If they exist, contact your provider for a replacement.

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Debris, oil or grease, noticeable signs of damage, signs of corrosion, signs of excessive heat or fire damage, signs of pressure leaks

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