CLEANING OF EQUIPMENT FOR OXYGEN SERVICE - AIGA
CLEANING OF EQUIPMENT FOR OXYGEN SERVICE - AIGA
CLEANING OF EQUIPMENT FOR OXYGEN SERVICE - AIGA
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<strong>AIGA</strong> 012/04<br />
Appendix E: Cleaning of a tubular heat exchanger in an ultrasonic bath using<br />
an aqueous cleaning agent<br />
1 Material / Size<br />
Approx. 900 x 4300 mm<br />
Copper/nickel alloy<br />
The outer surface of the pipes and the jacket which are in contact with oxygen have to be cleaned.<br />
2 Cleaning Method<br />
Immersion in ultrasonic bath.<br />
Cleaning agent : 1 % aqueous solution - pH neutral<br />
US-bath: 10 m x 2 m x 1.5 m. 8 oscillators, stainless steel<br />
Duration: 4 - 5 h; during this time period, the exchanger should be. moved/turned several times<br />
with a crane.<br />
Temperature: 50 - 60°C<br />
3 Rinsing<br />
Immersion in a second stainless steel bath with deionised water, 1.5 h at 40 - 50°C. Exchanger<br />
moved/turned 2 times.<br />
4 Drying<br />
In a tent with clean air 4 - 5 h at 30 - 40°C<br />
5 Inspection Method<br />
Wipe test and visual inspection with UV light.<br />
6 Conservation of Cleanliness<br />
Packed in a clean polyethylene bag (thickness > 0.15 mm) and sealed<br />
7 Labelling<br />
The bag is provided in and outside with a label. "Cleaned for oxygen service. Keep free from oil and<br />
grease. Inspection date/stamp".