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5.4.7 Charging Procedures
In addition to conventional charging procedures, the following requirements
shall be followed.
(1) Ensure that contamination of different refrigerants does not occur when
using charging equipment. Hoses or lines shall be as short as possible to
minimize the amount of refrigerant contained in them.
(2) Cylinders shall be kept upright.
(3) Ensure that the refrigeration system is earthed prior to charging the
system with refrigerant.
(4) Label the system when charging is complete (if not already).
(5) Extreme care shall be taken not to overfill the refrigeration system.
(6) Prior to recharging the system it shall be pressure tested with OFN. The
system shall be leak tested on completion of charging but prior to
commissioning. A follow up leak test shall be carried out prior to leaving
the site.
5.4.8 Decommissioning
Before carrying out this procedure, it is essential that the technician is
completely familiar with the equipment and all its detail. It is recommended good
practice that all refrigerants are recovered safely. Prior to the task being carried out,
an oil and refrigerant sample shall be taken in case analysis is required prior to
re-use of reclaimed refrigerant. It is essential that electrical power is available
before the task is commenced:
(1) Become familiar with the equipment and its operation.
(2) Isolate system electrically.
(3) Before attempting the procedure ensure that:
1) Mechanical handling equipment is available, if required, for handling
refrigerant cylinders.
2) All personal protective equipment is available and being used
correctly.
3) The recovery process is supervised at all times by a competent
person.
4) Recovery equipment and cylinders conform to the appropriate
standards.
