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P-015

Maintenance Procedure Non-Standard Oil Draining

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2.a. Oil Draining Configuration “A”

STEP/ACTION

COMMENT

9. Install a ¾” nipple, 90 deg elbow and additional nipple into the outlet of valve “B”. 10. Place the oil recovery container below the outlet of valve “B”. 11. Throttle Valve “A” open ¼ turn.

NOTE: The use of any device which bypasses the automatic closing feature of valve “B” is a violation of company policy and grounds for dismissal. CAUTION: Opening valve “A” too fast or too far can cause splatter of ammonia and oil mixture from oil recovery container. NOTE: When the flow of oil stops, then continue.

12. Open and hold open valve “B”.

13. When finished draining oil, close valve “A”. 14. Allow valve “B” to close.

Continue immediately, delays may lead to hydrostatic damage.

15. Slowly reopen valve “B” to relieve any pressure buildup, then allow valve “B” to close. 16. Remove the oil recovery container.

Oil containing Ammonia, drained from an Ammonia Refrigeration System may be considered hazardous. The disposal of refrigeration oil is strictly regulated. Waste oil is left outside the Engine Room to gas off for 2-4 hours, then measured and the quantity recorded in the Master Maintenance Log. Then the oil can be disposed of properly. Please see the Maintenance Planner if you have questions concerning proper disposal.

17. Document amount of oil drained in log.

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