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|owner = PS:One (torch heads, regulator), Dean Anderson (tank)
 
|owner = PS:One (torch heads, regulator), Dean Anderson (tank)
|hostarea = Coldmetals
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|hostarea = Small Metals
 
|certification = yes
 
|certification = yes
 
|hackable = no
 
|hackable = no
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|serial = NE835A
 
|serial = NE835A
 
|arrived = DATE
 
|arrived = DATE
|where = Jewelry area. AKA ex-SEM area
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|where = Small Metals
 
|doesitwork = yes
 
|doesitwork = yes
|contact = Dean Anderson
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|contact = Aushra Abouzeid
 
|value = $200
 
|value = $200
 
|image = Smith_torch.jpg
 
|image = Smith_torch.jpg
 
}}
 
}}
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'''This tool requires certification for use.'''
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== Authorization ==
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'''This tool requires prior authorization for use.'''
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Contact the area host or one of the other authorized members listed below to arrange an authorization session.
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Prerequisites: none.
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* Don't tip the acetylene cylinder on its side.  If an acetylene cylinder has tipped over or was stored on its side, carefully place the cylinder upright and do not use until the liquid has settled to the bottom. The rule of thumb is not to use the cylinder for as many minutes as the cylinder was on its side, up to 24 hours.
 
* Don't tip the acetylene cylinder on its side.  If an acetylene cylinder has tipped over or was stored on its side, carefully place the cylinder upright and do not use until the liquid has settled to the bottom. The rule of thumb is not to use the cylinder for as many minutes as the cylinder was on its side, up to 24 hours.
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* Safety glasses are recommended.
    
== Starting the torch. ==
 
== Starting the torch. ==
 
# Install the tip you need on the torch.
 
# Install the tip you need on the torch.
# Make sure the torch valve is shut (clockwise).
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# Make sure the torch valve is closed (clockwise).
 
# Turn the pressure regulator T-handle counterclockwise until it is loose.
 
# Turn the pressure regulator T-handle counterclockwise until it is loose.
# Open the valve at the top of the cylinder 1/4 turn counterclockwise. The right gauge should now be showing the internal pressure of the cylinder and the left gauge should be at 0 psi.
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# Open the valve at the top of the cylinder 1/4 turn counterclockwise. The right gauge should now be showing the internal pressure of the cylinder and the left gauge should be at 0 PSI.
 
# Turn the pressure regulator T-handle clockwise until the desired pressure (12-14 PSI) is shown on the left gauge.  Don't let the pressure get into the red zone (above 15 PSI).
 
# Turn the pressure regulator T-handle clockwise until the desired pressure (12-14 PSI) is shown on the left gauge.  Don't let the pressure get into the red zone (above 15 PSI).
 
# Open the torch valve a small amount and use a striker to light the torch. Never use a match or cigarette lighter!
 
# Open the torch valve a small amount and use a striker to light the torch. Never use a match or cigarette lighter!
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# Open the torch valve to purge the hose of acetylene.
 
# Open the torch valve to purge the hose of acetylene.
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== List of Currently Certified Users ==
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== References ==
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Video of setup and operation:
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4pEtr-Dw4nU
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Manual:
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http://www.smithequipment.com/files/pdf/resources/o263387a_mil.pdf
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== List of Currently Authorized Users ==
 
{| class="wikitable" border="1"
 
{| class="wikitable" border="1"
 
! Qualified Member
 
! Qualified Member
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|Spencer Simms
 
|Spencer Simms
 
|Dean Anderson
 
|Dean Anderson
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|-
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|user:mkeith|Matt Keith
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|Aushra Abouzeid
 
|-}
 
|-}
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|Josip F.
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|Aushra A.
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|user:baka|Mendel Bakaleynik
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|Aushra Abouzeid
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|Stephanie Pelzer
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|Aushra Abouzeid
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|-
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|Aaron Carlock
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|Aushra Abouzeid
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|-
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|Kirsten Landmark Masih
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|Aushra Abouzeid
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|-
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|Abel Greenwald
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|Aushra Abouzeid
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|-
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|Earl Wood
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|Aushra Abouzeid
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|-
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|McTavish McArdle
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|Aushra Abouzeid
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|-
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|Ryan Pierce
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|Aushra Abouzeid
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|-}
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[[Category: Small Metals]]
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[[Category:Loaned Equipment]]
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