10. PRECAUTIONS WHICH SHALL BE TAKEN IN WORKING
AREA
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Keep the flame away from the gas source, keep at least 3m safety distance (gas cylinders,
pipeline, and hoses)
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Do not expose acetylene cylinder, pipeline, hoses and tubes to temperatures higher than
50°C (130°F).
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Oxygen does not catch fire by itself, however in case of contact with another flammable
material it easily catches fire.
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Make sure that rate of oxygen within the working area is not higher than the rate in
atmosphere.
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Flame forming as a result of contact of oxygen with lubricant, grease or other hydro-carbons
lead to fire and explosions. Keep all components which can be in touch with oxygen free
from oil and grease.
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Oxygen, propane, propylene and their mixtures are heavier than air.
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Ventilate the working room sufficiently during cutting.
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Keep fire extinguisher, sand, water, etc. available in working area.
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Keep flammable materials away from the location of cutting and from the sparks.
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