AFMAN 24-204(I)/TM 38-250/NAVSUP PUB 505/MCO P4030.19H/ DLAI 4145.321311 DECEMBER 2001Attachment 6CLASS 2--COMPRESSED GASESA6.1. General Requirements.This attachment contains information concerning the packaging and generalhandling instructions for Class 2.1 (flammable gas), Class 2.2 (nonflammable, nontoxic compressed gas), and Class2.3 (toxic gas).A6.2. General Handling Instructions for Compressed Gases.-Store compressed gases in a cool, ventilated area away from fire hazards, sources of heat, ignition, orsparks.-When stored in an upright position, secure cylinders to fixed supports. Compressed gas cylinders may bepalletized for shipment provided the valves are protected and cylinders are adequately secured to the pallet.-Exercise care when handling compressed gases. Do not drop, jar, or slide cylinders since the gas may betoxic or asphyxiating. Personnel must know the importance of handling compressed gases properly.-Ensure valves are always tightly closed and protected before offering for transportation.HA6.3. Aerosols. Prepare aerosols meeting the definition of “Consumer Commodity as authorized underparagraph A13.4.” Package aerosol products identified under the proper shipping name “Aerosols” as follows:A6.3.1. For an aerosol containing non-toxic substances, pack in inner non-refillable non-metal receptacles notexceeding 120 mL (4 fluid-ounce) capacity each, or in inner non-refillable metal or plastic receptacles not exceeding1 L (34 fluid-ounces) provided all of the following conditions are met:-Pressure in the aerosol container must not exceed 1245 kPa at 55 degrees C (180 psig at 130 degrees F) andeach receptacle must be capable of withstanding without bursting a pressure of at least 1.5 times theequilibrium pressure of the contents at 55 degrees C (130 degrees F).-If the pressure exceeds 970 kPa at 55 degrees C (140 psig at 130 degrees F) but does not exceed 1105 kPaat 55 degrees C (160 psig at 130 degrees F) use a DOT 2P, IP7, IP7A, or IP7B inner metal receptacle. Ifthe pressure exceeds 1105 kPa at 55 degrees C (160 psig at 130 degrees F) but does not exceed 1245 kPa at55 degrees C (180 psig at 130 degrees F) use a DOT 2Q, IP7A, or IP7B inner metal receptacle.-Liquid content of the material and the gas must not completely fill the receptacle at 55 degrees C (130degrees F).-Each aerosol exceeding 120 mL (4 fluid ounce) capacity must have been heated until the pressure in theaerosol is equivalent to the equilibrium pressure of the content at 55 degrees C (130 degrees F) withoutevidence of leakage, distortion, or other defects.-Protect the valves by a cap or other suitable means.-Tightly pack aerosols in a strong outer packaging capable of meeting packaging performance test outlinedin A19.3.4. The complete package must not exceed 30 kg (66 lbs) gross weight.A6.3.2. For an aerosol containing toxic substances, pack in inner non-refillable non-metal receptacles not exceeding120 mL (4 fluid ounce) capacity each, or in inner non-refillable metal receptacles not exceeding 1 L (34 fluidounces) provided all of the following conditions are met:-Pressure in the aerosol container must not exceed 1500 kPa at 55 degrees C (217 psig at 130 degrees F) andeach receptacle must be capable of withstanding without bursting a pressure of at least 1.5 times theequilibrium pressure of the contents at 55 degrees C (130 degrees F).-If the pressure exceeds 970 kPa at 55 degrees C (140 psig at 130 degrees F) but does not exceed 1105 kPaat 55 degrees C (160 psig at 130 degrees F) use a DOT 2P, IP7, IP7A, or IP7B inner metal receptacle. Ifthe pressure exceeds 1105 kPa at 55 degrees C (160 psig at 130 degrees F) but does not exceed 1245 kPa at55 degrees C (180 psig at 130 degrees F) use a DOT 2Q, IP7A, or IP7B inner metal receptacle. If thepressure exceeds 1245 kPa at 55 degrees C (180 psig at 130 degrees F) but does not exceed 1500 kPa at 55degrees C (217 psig at 130 degrees F) use an IP7B inner metal receptacle.-Liquid content of the material and the gas must not completely fill the receptacle at 55 degrees C (130degrees F).-Each aerosol exceeding 120 mL (4 fluid ounce) capacity must have been heated until the pressure in theaerosol is equivalent to the equilibrium pressure of the contents at 55 degrees C (130 degrees F) withoutevidence of leakage, distortion, or other defects.
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