Product Description

Disposable Helium Tanks & Disposal Instructions 

Disposable helium tanks allow you to use floating balloons in your party decorations without the worry of returning a rented tank to the store. Some people prefer to blow the balloons up themselves, but these balloons will not float. If you want your balloons to float, party supply stores sell disposable helium tanks for you to use and get rid of when you are done. Once these tanks are used, they must be disposed of properly. 


1, Make sure the tank is empty. Move the tank to a well-ventilated area, preferably outside. Open the valve handle by turning it counterclockwise. Press and hold down the nozzle as if you are filling a balloon and wait until no sound is heard. 
2, Remove the nozzle from the valve stem using the wrench. The size of wrench needed will vary depending on the size of the tank. The nozzle can be disposed of in the trash. 
3, Locate the rupture disk, which is a small, plastic circle usually located on the shoulder of the helium tank. Use the flat-head screwdriver and the hammer to carefully pierce and remove the rupture disk, which will completely open the tank and allow all excess helium to escape for disposal. 
4, Draw a circle around the open rupture disk with the permanent marker. Then, write "empty" on the tank, near the opening. 
5, Take the tank to a local steel recycling center or place with other recyclables with your curbside pickup if available in your area. If recycling is not available, you can throw away the tank with the rest of your garbage.