TYPE 2325 GFB GAS FREEING COVER - Pres-Vac Engineering Aps
TYPE 2325 GFB GAS FREEING COVER - Pres-Vac Engineering Aps
TYPE 2325 GFB GAS FREEING COVER - Pres-Vac Engineering Aps
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR<br />
<strong>TYPE</strong> <strong>2325</strong><br />
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION<br />
AND OPERATING/MAINTENANCE<br />
INSTRUCTIONS FOR<br />
<strong>GFB</strong><br />
<strong>GAS</strong> <strong>FREEING</strong> <strong>COVER</strong><br />
REV. 1<br />
CUSTOMER INFORMATION<br />
OWNER: HULL NO.: PRES-VAC REF. NO.:<br />
PRES-VAC ENGINEERING A/S PHONE: +45 4817 4055<br />
SVANEVANG 3-5 TELEFAX: +45 4817 1788<br />
DK-3450 ALLERØD E-mail: presvac@pres-vac.com<br />
DENMARK
INSTRUCTION MANUAL<br />
CONTENTS<br />
<strong>GAS</strong> <strong>FREEING</strong> <strong>COVER</strong><br />
<strong>TYPE</strong> <strong>2325</strong><br />
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1. Functional System Description ....................................................................................... 3<br />
1.1. General ................................................................................................................... 3<br />
1.2. Function .................................................................................................................. 3<br />
1.3. Capacity .................................................................................................................. 3<br />
2. Operating Instructions ................................................................................................... 3<br />
2.1. Installation .............................................................................................................. 3<br />
2.2. Operation ................................................................................................................ 3<br />
3. Maintenance Instructions ............................................................................................... 4<br />
3.1. General ................................................................................................................... 4<br />
3.2 Safety Regulations for Maintenance Work .................................................................... 4<br />
3.3 Directions for Disassembly / Assembly and Cleaning ..................................................... 4<br />
4. Spares ............................................................................................................................ 5<br />
DRAWING NO. <strong>2325</strong> .............................................................................................................. 6<br />
5. Laboratory Report, Summary ......................................................................................... 7
INSTRUCTION MANUAL<br />
<strong>GAS</strong> <strong>FREEING</strong> <strong>COVER</strong><br />
<strong>TYPE</strong> <strong>2325</strong><br />
1. Functional System Description<br />
1.1. General<br />
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The purpose of the gas-freeing cover is to prevent the passage of flames into the cargo tanks during the<br />
gas-freeing procedure.<br />
1.2. Function<br />
Under normal conditions there is free venting throughout the gas-freeing cover. If an ignition occurs<br />
outside the tank space, the flames will be quenched in the flame trap.<br />
1.3. Capacity<br />
The gas-freeing covers capacity is rated in standard air. For convention to maximum loading rates for<br />
different cargoes, please refer to the MASTER’S LOADING CHART as per latest revision of IMO MSC/Circ.<br />
731.<br />
2. Operating Instructions<br />
2.1. Installation<br />
Remove all packing material<br />
Installation is accomplished by bolting the gas-freeing cover flange to the vent pipe mating flange with<br />
suitable gasket between.<br />
As per SOLAS 1974, Reg 59 + 62, the cover shall be located 2 m above the cargo deck level, and the<br />
discharge from the open cover shall be vertically upwards having an exit velocity of at least 20 m/sec.<br />
2.2. Operation<br />
During gas-freeing the cover is open. When the hydrocarbon vapour concentration in the tank is reduced<br />
to less than 2% by volume, venting may also be at the cargo deck level. After gas-freeing, the cover is<br />
closed and the wing nut tightened. Ref. SOLAS 1974 Regulation II-2/59.2.1.<br />
CAUTION! If the gas-freeing cover has been exposed for an explosion, the cover must be<br />
inspected for any damage.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL<br />
3. Maintenance Instructions<br />
<strong>GAS</strong> <strong>FREEING</strong> <strong>COVER</strong><br />
<strong>TYPE</strong> <strong>2325</strong><br />
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3.1. General<br />
As per SOLAS-requirements, the following service intervals shall be followed as a minimum:<br />
After 6 month of operation, the cover shall be inspected for proper function and, if necessary, be cleaned.<br />
However, we recommend that the cover be inspected more often depending on the cargo type.<br />
After further 6 months of operation, the cover shall be taken apart and cleaned.<br />
NOTE! The need for inspection and cleaning may increase depending on operation conditions,<br />
the loading frequency and the type of cargo.<br />
3.2. Safety Regulations for Maintenance Work<br />
The maintenance work can be carried out when the cover is mounted on the piping system or when the<br />
cover is removed and blind flanges mounted on the corresponding flange joints. In both cases, the cargo<br />
tank should be gas-freed and depressurised before maintenance work is commenced.<br />
Spark free tools should be used if maintenance work is carried out while the cover is mounted on the<br />
cargo tank.<br />
WARNING! All maintenance work must be carried out with necessary precautions in regard to the<br />
cargo’s flammability and toxicity.<br />
3.3. Directions for Disassembly / Assembly and Cleaning<br />
The following procedures refer to drawing no <strong>2325</strong>.<br />
1. Open the cover<br />
2. Remove the retaining ring (item 6)<br />
3. Pull out the filter elements (item 5)<br />
Inspection and cleaning<br />
4. The filter elements as well as the rim of the cover must be free from damages, and dust or deposit<br />
must be removed. Do not clean the filter elements using tools - only a solvent should be used.<br />
5. In case of damages filter elements or gaskets, the damaged parts shall be replaced by genuine<br />
PRES-VAC spare parts<br />
NOTE! For cleaning we recommend thin lubrication oil and a brush. If any damage on any<br />
parts is observed, repair or replacement must take place.<br />
Assembly after cleaning and inspection<br />
6. Assembly is done in the opposite sequence.<br />
General<br />
Screws and bolts not protected from loosening should be secured by a suitable adhesive, such as PRES-<br />
VAC part no.: 1323-8.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL<br />
<strong>GAS</strong> <strong>FREEING</strong> <strong>COVER</strong><br />
<strong>TYPE</strong> <strong>2325</strong><br />
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4. Spares<br />
There are no class requirements for carrying spares on board. If spares are required, please use the<br />
following procedure:<br />
1. Identify the components on the inserted drawing no. <strong>2325</strong><br />
2. Advise builder of ship and new building number.<br />
3. Advise Vessel name.<br />
4. Advise serial number of the cover<br />
When we have the above information, our files contain all further details.<br />
When ordering spare parts, please call our office in DENMARK.<br />
Our telefax and e-mail are open 24 hours a day<br />
Telefax no. ....... +45 48 17 17 88<br />
E-mail .............. presvac@pres-vac.com<br />
Our telephone is open during normal office hours<br />
Telephone no.: . +45 48 17 40 55<br />
Our postal address:<br />
PRES-VAC ENGINEERING ApS<br />
Svanevang 3-5<br />
DK-3450 Allerød<br />
Denmark
INSTRUCTION MANUAL<br />
<strong>GAS</strong> <strong>FREEING</strong> <strong>COVER</strong><br />
<strong>TYPE</strong> <strong>2325</strong><br />
DRAWING NO.: <strong>2325</strong> – <strong>GAS</strong>-<strong>FREEING</strong> <strong>COVER</strong> Type <strong>GFB</strong><br />
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