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Hunting Energy Services (Well Intervention) Ltd
7.0 Storage requirements
Draining after testing
All equipment shall be drained and lubricated after testing and prior to storage or shipment.
Rust prevention
Prior to shipment, parts and equipment shall have exposed metallic surfaces protected with a rust
preventative that does not become fluid and run at a temperature of less than 50 °C (125 °F).
Sealing-surface protection
Exposed sealing surfaces shall be protected from mechanical damage for shipping.
Ring Gaskets
Loose ring gaskets shall be boxed or wrapped during shipping and storage.
Age control of non-metallic materials
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Indoor storage.
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maximum storage temperature not to exceed 49 °C (120 °F).
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protected from direct natural light.
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stored unstressed.
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stored away from contact with liquids.
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protected from ozone and radiographic damage.
8.0 Disposal
Hunting does not have a working life limit for its pressure control equipment. Good maintenance and
correct adherence to procedures will increase the longevity of the equipment.
Many companies have a working life policy for pressure control equipment, this will supersede the
above statement.
9.0 Transportation
The Hunting X-Over should be stored:
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Fully assembled with Thread Protectors fitted
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The hydraulic fittings protected
The components should be stored in the PCE transportation unit on the shaped rack (if available).