2. FDNY G-60 GAS TORCH EQUIPMENT PACEVER EXAM

2. FDNY G-60 GAS TORCH EQUIPMENT P@ACE@VER EXAM

ACTUAL / QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS ( A+

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2.3.5 Special Precautions for Using Oxy-fuel Equipment:

(2) Never mix gases inside a container

Never attempt to mix oxygen and fuel inside a container. Never attempt to transfer oxygen or acetylene from one gas container to another.

2.4 General Guidelines for Using a Blowtorch

2.4.1 Set Up a Blowtorch

1.- Make sure that the valves and the regulators are clean.

2.- Do not over-tighten the regulator nut as this may damage the fitting.

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3.- The fuel gas container valve must be accessible to the torch operator or fire guard for immediate shutoff of the gas supply in the event of an emergency.

4.- Maintain a safe distance between the hot work area and the gas containers to protect the containers from heat, sparks, slag, or misdirection of the torch flame. \

5.- Check for leaks. If any leaks are found, shut the supply valve, DISCONTINUE USE and contact the supplier/manufacturer and take the system out of service.

2.4 General Guidelines for Using a Blowtorch

2.4.2 Turn On a Blowtorch

1.- Open the gas container valve slowly and allow pressure to stabilize.

2.- Open the fuel torch valve a very small amount and light with a spark lighter.

3.- Torch should be ignited by friction devices or other approved methods, should not use matches or other hot 2 / 3

works. Use the torch valve to control the size and heat of flame.

2.4 General Guidelines for Using a Blowtorch

2.4.3 Turn Off a Blowtorch

1.- If the torch operation is to be discontinued for a period of 1 hour or more, the torch valve must be closed and the gas supply to the torch also must be completely shut.

2.- The torch system must be shut down as follows:

a) Close gas container valve.

b) Open torch valve and drain regulator and lines. DO NOT

discharge toward people, flame or source of ignition.

c) Release regulator adjusting knob fully counterclockwise.

d.) Shut off torch valve. Disconnect torch and regulator, replace the protective cap and plug to the hose end and supply tank respectively for overnight or longer shutdown.

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