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For more information contact the Afrox
Customer Service Centre, tel: 0860 02 02 02

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or e-mail: customer.service@afrox.boc.com
website: www.afrox.com Handling Instructions 1
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Product Information Container Information CORROSIVE

TOXIC
GAS
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• Toxic, corrosive,
liquefied gas Connection procedure
1.Check condition of hose and sealing washer and replace if damaged.
• Main Hazards - Poisonous by inhalation and corrosive to the This washer must be in good condition to ensure a reliable seal.
eyes. It can react with halogens, lithium nitrate, potassium chlorate, metal 2.Check cylinder/drum valve is closed.
acetyl ides and sodium hydride. Under wet conditions will corrode metals 3.Slacken and remove valve outlet cover nut.
and metal oxides. Drum Tank
4.Connect hose/clamp etc. to valve outlet and tighten.
5.Open cylinder/drum valve.
• Adverse Health Effects - Inhalation of high concentration.
6.If leakage occurs at valve outlet connection follow disconnection
Produces violent coughing. If rapid escape is not possible, severe procedure below (steps 1to 4), replace sealing washer and
Item No. Container Approx. container Valve Outlet
lung irritation, pulmonary oedema and death can result. Contents Dimentions (mm) Outlet Thread
reconnect cylinder.
340350 78kg 1370 x 270 ANST B57.1 3/4 inch X 14NGT
• Biological Hazards - Not regarded as dangerous for the
341032 900kg 1890 x 860 ANST B57.1 3/4 inch X 14NGT
environment.
• Skin Contact - High concentrations of vapour may cause chemical
Disconnection procedure
burns.
• Ingestion - May cause corrosion of the gastrointestinal tract. Container storage requirements 1.Close cylinder/drum valve.
2.Ensure no sulphur dioxide remains in supply line i.e. by purging with
• Occupational Exposure Limits - 2ppm (8hr. TWA-TLV)
• Well ventilated inert gas and/or putting the line under suction.
5ppm (10 min. TWA-STEL). 3.Slowly slacken hose/clamp connector.
Preferably protected from extreme weather
• H & SE Guidance Note - SABS 0265. (temperature must not exceed 40ºC). 4.Disconnect the hose/clamp.
• Appearance - Colourless liquefied gas. • Designated for its purpose 5.Replace valve outlet cover nut and tighten.
• Odour - Characteristic pungent. Properly labelled for cylinder storage only.
• Secure
Access should be restricted to authorised personnel only. Prevention of suck back
• Sited in a safe place
e.g. Away from naked flames, electrical ignition sources, • Water or other liquids must not be allowed to suck back into the
Withdrawing of sulphur dioxide combustible materials, fire exits. cylinder/drum.
• Connect via suck back trap or check valve.
• Close cylinder valve when not in use.
Container handling • Check/maintain anti-suck back devices regularly in accordance with
• Gaseous suphur dioxide from
supplier’s instructions.
Handwheel cylinders • Handle cylinders/drums with care.
Gland nut

Outlet cover nut

• Do not drop, throw or handle violently.
Obtain by using the cylinder in an upright • Do not carry cylinder by its valve – the valve may inadvertently open.
Protecting guard
(or cap)

Eductor tube
position as indicated in Figure 1. Ensure
cylinder is secured firmly in this position.
Observe connection/disconnection
procedures.
• Avoid confined spaces. Empty container
• Do not transport cylinders in lifts.
• Do not tamper with the cylinder/drum or its valve(s). • Close valve and disconnect cylinder/drum immediately if pressure
falls to 1bar gauge (15psig) to prevent suck back.

Figure 1
Regulator Container change over • Observe disconnection procedures, replace valve protection dome
and return cylinders/drums promptly to Afrox.
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• It is forbidden to fill empty cylinders without the permission of
Caution
Afrox.
Cylinders should only be disconnected and connected by authorised
• Liquid sulphur dioxide from cylinders personnel. Authorised persons are:
Obtain by supporting the cylinder at an angle of 15º on a cradle Safety
as illustrated in Figure 2 with the valve outlet directed upwards. tel: Wear goggles and stout gloves. Ensure positive pressure breathing
Observe connection procedures and test for leaks using Afrox tel: apparatus is nearby.
leak detection solution. tel:

Vent
Figure 2 Vent valve
Distribution stop valve
Emergency 24hr Service
Supply
Pressure gauge
Emergency Action 0860 11 1185
Non-return valve

Stop valve

Sulphur Dioxide cylinders

15°
SIDE
• Liquid/gaseous sulphur dioxide from drum tanks
Position drum on its side. Ensure white enductor tube marked on
the valve protection dome is vertical. Remove protection dome.
The drum valves should be vertically one above the other (Figure3).
Liquid - Use lower valve with outlet pointing downwards.
Gas - Use upper valve with outlet pointing upwards.
Observe connection/disconnection procedures. Test for leaks as
described for cylinders.
Sulphur dioxide leakage Ingestion
1. If possible isolate cylinder/drum. • Wash out the mouth with water and give 200-300ml of water to drink.
2. Evacuate contaminated area. • DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING.
FRONT
3. Put on positive pressure breathing apparatus and check cylinder/drum valve is • If vomiting begins place patient face down with head lower than hips.
closed. • OBTAIN IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION
4. Use water curtains downwind to reduce vapour emissions.
5. First aid – give where necessary.
6. Do not spray cylinders directly with water. Skin contact
• Irrigate affected skin or eyes with water for at least 20 minutes.
• Use safety shower if available.
Inhalation
• Remove contaminated clothing.
• Wearing self-contained breathing apparatus, remove victim to
• OBTAIN IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION
uncontaminated area.
• Ensure no obstruction to air way.
Fire
• If breathing is weak or has stopped, apply artificial respiration and
• Remove cylinders/drums to safe area, if possible.
administer oxygen.
• Keep victim warm and rested. • Hose cylinders with water to keep cool if unable to extinguish fire.
• In cases of inhalation, rest and hospitalisation is essential. • Self contained breathing apparatus should be worn.
• OBTAIN IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION • Advise Fire Department of cylinder/drums location and contents.

Eductor tube

Valve protection dome

Contact with eyes PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO FIRE MAY
• Irrigate with clean water, holding eyelids apart for at least 20 min.
• OBTAIN IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION
CAUSE CONTAINER TO EXPLODE
Figure 3
NOTE: Sulphur Dioxide is toxic. Leaks should only be approached when appropriate
personal protective equipment and breathing apparatus are worn.

DO NOT USE DAMAGED OR LEAKING EQUIPMENT. FOLLOW SUPPLIER’S OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Further information: See Sulphur Dioxide Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) available from Afrox Customer Service Centre, 0860 02 02 02
www.afrox.com.
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