Laserfiche WebLink
�� PEI/RP1200-12 <br /> alarm devices must automatically restrict flow or alert 7.1.6 Inspection Procedure. <br /> the transfer operator when the tank is no more than 1.Remove the drop tube from the tank. <br /> 90 percent full.This approach reflects the more conserva- <br /> tive application of the rules. 2.Visually inspect the automatic shutoff valve and <br /> float mechanism for any damage and remove <br /> 7.1 Automatic Shutoff Devices. any debris or foreign objects. <br /> 7.1.1 General. Automatic shutoff devices, 3.Manually move the float mechanism to ensure it <br /> sometimes called flappers or flapper valves, are moves freely. <br /> an integral part of the drop tube assembly installed 4.With the float mechanism in the shutoff(closed) <br /> within the tank fill riser. They are designed to position, visually inspect the drop tube and <br /> initially restrict and subsequently completely shut verify that the shutoff valve is released and will <br /> off flow when product has reached predetermined move into the product flow path. <br /> levels during a delivery.Automatic shutoff valves <br /> need to be properly positioned and operate freely to S.If possible, verify that the bypass valve in the <br /> control flow and prevent tank overfills. drop tube is open and free of blockage. <br /> 7.1.2 Purpose. The purpose of this inspection 6.If problems with the shutoff valve are found and <br /> is to verify the automatic shutoff valve is installed defective components need repair or replace- <br /> properly, operates as designed and is set to com- ment,notify the appropriate person. <br /> pletely shut off flow when the tank is no more than 7.Using the automatic shutoff device manufac- <br /> 95 percent full. turer's suggested procedure, examine the drop <br /> 7.1.3 Description of Inspection. After a pre- tube and shutoff valve to determine if product <br /> liminary inspection of the automatic shutoff instal- flow will be completely shut off at 95 percent of <br /> Iation,the drop tube is removed from the tank.The tank capacity. Make any adjustments necessary <br /> to ensure that flow will be completely shut off <br /> automatic shutoff is checked for proper operation, when the tank is no more than 95 percent full. <br /> and its placement is measured to verify that it is <br /> properly located to completely shut off flow when <br /> the tank is no more than 95 percent full. : <br /> 7.1.4 Preparation. Refer to the tank manufac- <br /> turer's calibration chart for the capacity in gal- <br /> lons, the diameter and the volume of product with . .. <br /> respect to product level. <br /> If the automatic shutoff device has a float that <br /> extends from the drop tube in the shutoff(closed) <br /> position, verify the proper orientation of the float <br /> mechanism.The float mechanism should be orient- <br /> ed away from any obstructions(ball float,submers- <br /> ible turbine pump (STP), tank wall, tank gauge <br /> probe, etc.) If the movement of the float mecha- <br /> nism is restricted,it will not function as designed. <br /> Use this procedure in conjunction with the manu- FIGURE 7-1. Check the drop tube and flapper for dam- <br /> facturer's installation and maintenance instructions. age. Make sure that the flapper moves freely and shuts <br /> off flow when extended. <br /> 7.1.5 Inspection Equipment. Test equipment <br /> shall include: 8.After inspection of the automatic shutoff device, <br /> • tools for removal of the drop tube; reinstall the drop tube. <br /> • tape measure; 7.1.7 Pass/Fall Criteria. If the automatic shut- <br /> • tools for inspection of the automatic shutoff. off device functions as designed and complete <br /> shutoff of product flow is able to occur when the <br /> pei.org <br />