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CLEANING OF EQUIPMENT FOR OXYGEN SERVICE - AIGA

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1. Material / Size<br />

Appendix I: Cleaning of a transportable vacuum insulated vessel<br />

Inner vessel and outer jacket: Stainless steel.<br />

Volume: Up to 500 litres.<br />

2. Initial Cleaning Method<br />

54<br />

<strong>AIGA</strong> 012/04<br />

Shell and vessel ends are purchased pre-cleaned and packed to oxygen standard. Root weld should<br />

be by y TIG welding in order to ensure smooth root weld profile and avoid welding debris.<br />

3. Cleaning Method<br />

Before final welding and isolation of the inner vessel the surfaces are manually cleaned with acetone<br />

using a dry cloth.<br />

4. Pressure Test<br />

Carried out with nitrogen or oil free air. Testing is carried out in a special container or chamber<br />

capable of withstanding a potential explosion of the vessel.<br />

5. Inspection Method<br />

Wipe test and UV light inspection of parts before final welding.<br />

6. Conservation of Cleanliness<br />

At all stages parts are protected against contamination.<br />

Openings are closed with caps.<br />

7. Labelling<br />

"CLEANED <strong>FOR</strong> <strong>OXYGEN</strong> <strong>SERVICE</strong>"<br />

To be kept free from oil and grease<br />

Inspection date/stamp"

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