How to Bleed an Air Tank?

To bleed an air tank, you must release the pressure from the tank through the safety valve.

Steps to Bleed an Air Tank Safely

Here's a detailed guide on how to safely bleed an air tank, based on the provided information:

Prepare for the Process:
- Put on safety glasses. This is important for eye protection in case of any debris or sudden air release.
Locate the ASME Safety Valve:
- Identify the ASME safety valve on the air tank. This is typically a valve with a ring or lever that is designed to release pressure if the tank exceeds its safe operating limit.
Release the Pressure:
- Safely Pull the Ring: With one hand, shield the safety valve. This will help deflect the air away from you. Use the other hand to pull the ring or lever on the valve. This action will release the air pressure from the tank.
- Hold Until Empty: Continue pulling the ring until all the air is fully released, and the tank is empty.

Eye Protection: Always wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from debris.
Deflect Air Flow: Shield the safety valve with one hand as you release the air to control the direction of airflow.
Full Depressurization: Make sure the tank is completely empty before attempting any other work on the system.

Step	Action
1. Preparation	Put on safety glasses.
2. Locate Valve	Identify the ASME safety valve.
3. Release Pressure	Shield valve; pull ring until tank is empty.

Bleeding the air tank by using the safety valve is a straightforward but essential maintenance practice to ensure the safe handling of air tanks.