- (a) Each ICC or DOT container for use with LP-gas shall be equipped with a hand operated cylinder valve, approved for use with LP-gas.
- (b) Where ICC or DOT containers for use with LP-gas form a part of a multicylinder installation, the individual containers shall be manifolded in such manner as to enable the removal and replacement of an individual container without shutting down the system. This manifolding may be accomplished by means of approved manually operated or automatic equipment.
- (c) Container valves, accessory equipment, and connectors shall be protected against accidental injury or tampering in an approved manner.
- (d) Container valves and connections to the container shall be protected during transit either by recessing such valves and connectors into the container, or by providing properly ventilated caps or collars. Where such caps or collars are used they shall be designed to withstand a blow from any direction equivalent to a 30-pound weight dropped from a height of four feet. Caps or collars shall be designed so that no part of a blow will be transmitted to the valve or connector.
Source Note:The provisions of this §9.306 adopted to be effective June 1, 1994, 19 TexReg 3151.