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To: P. J. Kober P'J */, <} IntMoffko Cowunuunkicarion From: K. W. Birck Date: July 26, 1988 Subject: D-700 BME Addition System - Operating Manual A Attached Is the review copy of the BME Operating Manual for the new D-745 and the existing D-700 addition system. This Is an updated version of the original D-700 manual. All previous editions are obsolete and should be discarded. If you have any comments or concerns, please direct them to me. (ext. 2285) K Process Engineer slh cc: RWS, DCS, VEM, RBN, CJMc, TFL, REP, FGJ, JIW, P.E File C 2.17.0 VAB.0001167437 D-700 and D-745 BME ADDITION SYSTEM OPERATING MANUAL f h * VAB.0001167438 INDEX BME ADDITION SYSTEM OPERATING MANUAL 1 Theory 2. Physical Properties 3. Health and Safety 4. Protective Equipment 5. Drum Handling 6* Spill Clean-up 7. Process Description 4 8. System Interlocks and Alarms 9. Initial Start-up 10. Normal Operation 11. Routine Operating Check 12. Problems 13. Changing BME Totes 14. Changing Carbon Drums 15. Equipment Cleaning 16. Materials 1 1 2 3 4 4 7 9 9 10 11 11 12 13 13 14 A * r mm VAB.0001167439 whwim m* BME HANDLING AND SPILL PROCEDURES 1. a. VCM molecules link together In a chain to form PVC. The weight of the molecule Increases as the chains grow longer. b. Reaction temperature is the main control over PVC molecular weight. Low molecular weight resins (5305 and 5265) are produced at high temperatures. High temperatures mean high reactor pressures. c. A chain transfer agent causes the PVC chains formed to be shorter * than normal. This lets you make low molecular weight resins at lower temperatures and pressures. d. Beta-mercaptoethanol is a very active chain transfer agent. It is abbreviated BME. It is used in reactors D-745 and D-700 for 5265. e. By varying the amount of chain transfer agent used, you can change the PVC molecular weight and it's viscosity (IV). f. 2.4 gallons of BME are used to make 5265 resin at 150F. A g. The BME is charged to the reactor at 1 hour and 15 minutes after the catalyst has been charged. A 2. Physical Properties of BME -- Clear if not contaminated, pink if contaminated with water. -- Dissolves in water. -- Is heavier than water. -- Flash point is 155F. Freezing point is below 0F. Smells like skunk oil! r t* *A I T* VAB.0001167440 t BME Handling and Spill Procedures Page 2 3. Health and Safety a Health -- BME vapor can be smelled at concentrations of only a few parts per billion. -- At higher concentrations, BME vapors can cause headaches and nausea. -- Wear breathing protection if you are working in an area where there Is a strong or disagreeable BME odor. -- BME liquid will dissolve oils in the skin leaving the skin dry and may form a rash. Wash the skin well. Remove contaminated clothes quickly. Seek First Aid attention. Use lanolin skin oils. Use protective equipment (rubber gloves* slicker suit, etc.) when handling BME where exposure is likely. -- BME liquid splashed In the eyes may cause burning or irritation. Immediately wash the eyes with water for fifteen minutes. Seek medical attention. b. Fire BME is flammable. It is similar to kerosene. -- It forms SC>2 a toxic gas, on burning. -- Fight a BME fire from the upwind side using C0-, dry chemical (Purple K) or foam. Water will work also but the BME will go into solution in the fire water and could damage the waste water treatment system. Contaminated Rags and Clothing -a May ignite due to spontaneous combustion. Prevent by keeping contaminated rags or clothes wet until they can be washed. d. Carbon Steel Fires -- BME will react with carbon steel to form a rust-type layer thfet will burn on contact with air. -- Our BME addition system does not contain carbon steel. -- However, if steel should come in contact with BME and then be exposed to the air, quickly wet the steel. This will allow, the flammable layer to slowly react with the air without catching on A vamp wmmm r p* i MWMI VAB.0001167441 A BKE Handling and Spill Procedures Page 3 3. Health and Safety - continued e. Carbon Bed Fires -- A carbon bed is used in the addition system to prevent HME from being vented to the atmosphere* -- If air is passed through the bed, BME trapped on the carbon may begin to oxidize* This can heat the carbon to the point where it catches on fire. -- The addition system uses nitrogen pressure to keep air out of the carbon bed* Make sure that there is nitrogen pressure on the system. -- Spent carbon bed drums must be sealed. Do not leave them open to the air. f Bleach -- Bleach is used to decontaminate spills and equipment* It reacts with BME* Heat is released. Never add bleach solution to pure BME. Dilute the spill with water, then add bleach slowly allowing time for heat release. * -- Only use dilute bleach solutions like "Chlorox". Never use solid bleaches; an explosion and fire will result. 4. Protective Equipment a. Neoprene rubber gloves. b. Rubber slicker suit, no paper suit pants. c. Rubber boots tucked inside slicker suit pants. d. Full face fresh air mask. If piped fresh air is not available, use a Scott Air Pak. NOTE: 4 1) This protective equipment must be used when opening a drum, breaking a hose connection or doing any work that may result in contact with liquid BME or exposure to BME vapors. p 2) This equipment is not required when full BME totes are being moved from one area to another. ' .. A 3) This equipment also is not required when using the addition system to charge a reactor. VAB.0001167442 Tm v T MM Pi BME Handling and Spill Procedures Page 4 5. BME Handling a. BME will be delivered in 345 gallon totes to the plant receiving warehouse* The totes are to be moved to the raw material drum storage area. The totes must not be stored in the warehouse since a spill there would contaminate the air in the warehouse and other parts of the building. Wear appropriate protective clothing when handling BME (air mask, rubber gloves, slicker suit). b. During shipment, the totes must have a capped top bung hole if there isn't any protection for the quick disconnect. If a guard is provided, a kamlok cap may be used. c. Extreme caution should be used when moving the totes to avoid accidents that might cause a BME spill. d. Containers of adsorbent are located at the receiving dock and the raw materials storage area. The adsorbent should be used Immediately to adsorb any spilled BME. Spill control is discussed in more detail in the next section. 6. Spill Clean-up Procedures The general rules are: a. Act quickly --- but safely. P i b. Wear protective equipment listed under Handling Section. c. Contain and recover spills, if possible. d. Otherwise, adsorb the BME liquid with Hazorb pillows or Sorb All. e. Use an odor masking agent (such as Nose Guard) to hide the smell. This should be available in the control room. f. Wash the contaminated area with dilute bleach. EXAMPLES; Small Spill Inside a Containment Pan a. Use an adsorbent to recover BME. All liquid BME must be removed by the adsorbent. Place contaminated adsorbent in a closed container for disposal. Wear protective clothing and breathing air pro tection. b. Use a masking agent to cover the odor; / . A VAB.0001167443 * II BME Handling and Spill Procedures Page 5 6. Spill Clean-up Procedures - continued c. Wash the contaminated portion of the pan with dilute bleach. If no more than five gallons of bleach are usedt the wash water can be drained to the sewer. Otherwise the water must be contained, recovered, and placed in a closed container for disposal. Large Spill Inside a Containment Pan a. Shut down all hot work and stop traffic in the area. b. Evacuate the area downwind of the spill. c. Recover the BME to an empty drum or tote using the pan drain valve. Wear protective clothing and breathing air protection. d. Use a masking agent to cover the odor. e. Use an adsorbent to recover any remaining BME. Place contaminated adsorbent in a closed container for disposal. f. Wash the contaminated portion of the pan with dilute bleach. Recover the wash water for disposal. Small Spill Outside a Containment Pan a. Act quickly to contain the spill. b. Use an adsorbent to recover the liquid. This can be done with Hazorb adsorbent pillows, Sorball, vermicullte, dirt, saw dust, etc. If rags are used, they must be kept wet until they can be washed or destroyed to prevent spontaneous combustion. Place contaminated adsorbent in a closed container for disposal. Use protective equipment and breathing air protection. c. Use a masking agent to cover the odor. d. Scrub the contaminated area with bleach and water to reduce the smell. e. If dirt or stone has been contaminated, place it in a closed container for dlpsosal. f. If wood has been contaminated, spray masking agent on it after scrubbing with bleach and water. 4 Large Spill Outside a Containment Pan a. Shut down all hot work and stop traffic in the area. b. Evacuate the area downwind of the spill where there is strong BME odor. c. Act quickly to contain the spill. VAB.0001167444 * BME Handling and Spill Procedures Page 6 6, Spill Clean-up Procedures - Continued Large Spill Outside a Containment Pan - continued d. If the spill Is still occurring, try to stop it by blocking in the leaking equipment, raising the leak above liquid level, driving a wooden plug Into the leak, etc. Avoid creating sparks. Wear protective equipment and breathing air protection. r e. If possible, recover free BME liquid with an air motor driven drum pump. f. Otherwise, use an adsorbent. Use enough to recover all free BME liquid. Place contaminated adsorbent In a closed container for disposal. g. Use a masking agent to cover the area. b. Scrub the contaminated area with bleach and water to reduce the smell. 1. Place contaminated dirt or stone in a closed container for dis posal. j. If wood has been contaminated, spray masking agent on It after scrubbing with bleach and water. k. If the spill occurs in the receiving warehouse, the container should be moved outside as soon as possible to minimize the odor problem In the warehouse and office complex. Adsorbents a. Two adsorbents are available. They are Hazorb "pillows" and Sorb All granular adsorbent. Sorb All Is used in Aberdeen to recover spilled oil also. b. The pillows should be used where there are BME pools or puddles. c. The Sorb All should be used to adsorb liquid from rough ground or other spots that the pillows cannot reach. d. It Is Important to adsorb BME liquid as soon after the spill* as possible. Use whichever adsorbent is closest; both will work. e. Put contaminated adsorbent In polyethylene bags. Seal the bags and put them in fiber drums for disposal. A IWMPWHHIPI VAB.0001167445 r NMMMtoW BME Handling and Spill Procedures Page 7 7. Process Description It is important to alvays add the correct volume of BME to the reactor. A small variation in the amount of BME charged can cause the resin molecular weight to be off-spec. The addition system uses a metering pot to measure the BME charge. The metering pot has two overflow lines. The upper overflow line on the left is used when making 5265. BME is pumped from a tote to the metering pot. The metering pot is filled until BME starts running out through the overflow line. There is a sight glass in the overflow line to tell when BME is overflowing. The overflow line drains back to the BME tote. The second overflow line is lower on the other side of the metering pot. It was Installed for making 5305* but has never been used. CTA is no longer required for 5305. Always use the top overflow line. It is very Important that the right overflow line be used -- the bottom one for 5305 and the top one for 5265. * If the resin molecular weight needs to be adjusted, the reactor poly temperature will be changed a degree or two. The BME charge volume cannot be changed. Refer to the P&I drawing attached. The drum pump is an air operated pump. Information is attached. It is designed so that its discharge pressure will never be greater than the air pressure to its motor. It pumps to a three-way valve mounted on the bottom inlet of the metering pot. The three-way valve has three positions. In one posi tion, it directs flow from the pump to the metering pot. In another position, it blocks in the metering pot so BME cannot enter or drain out. In another position, it allows BME in the metering pot to drain to the charge pot. This three-way valve is unlike any other valve in the reactor area. It Is very important that you understand how it works. A drawing is attached which shows the inside of the valve and how it changes the flow from one position to the next. Study the drawing carefully. It is not possible to pump through this valve directly to the charge A The metering pot vents back to the BME tote. There is a valve in the hose that connects the vent line to the tote. It is very important that the valve always be open when the pump is running. If it is not open, the pump suction could collapse the tote and may cause; a. BME spill. Also, if it is closed, the BME overflow will not return ifo the drum. During normal operation, this valve should only be operated when the tote is being changed out. * VAB.0001167446 f BME Handling and Spill Procedures 7. Process Description - Continued The vent valve Is also an unusual valve. It Is designed as a combina tion valve and hose coupling. The other half of the hose coupling has a spring check valve that closes whenever the coupling is disconnected. This valve and coupling were chosen to minimize the BME vapor releases when the vent hose Is disconnected. Four pages of information on this valve and coupling are attached. After the proper amount of BME has been measured In the metering pot, it is drained to the charge pot using the three-way valve. There is an air operated valve in the drain line that must be opened. It will stay open only as long as Its open button Is pushed. There Is a sight glass on the drum line to tell when the BME has drained out of the metering pot. The BME in the charge pot will be water flushed to the reactor like initiator. T The BME tote and metering pot are kept under a slight: nitrogen pressure to keep air out of the system. Air can cause the BME to become dis colored. Also, the BME is flammable. On low pressure, nitrogen flows from the nitrogen cylinder through two pressure regulators Into the vent line. Two regulators are needed to control the pressure carefully. The pressure between the regulators should be 35 pslg. On high pressure, nitrogen is vented through a back pressure regulator to the atmosphere. The vent gas passes through a carbon bed to remove BME vapor from the vent gas. A page of information on the carbon bed is attached. The vent line pressure should range between 4.5 and 7 Inches of water. Nitrogen should never flow continuously through the vent. This would result In excessive use of nitrogen and carbon as BME vapors are blown through the carbon bed. This would occur if the carbon bed back pressure regulator was set to a lower pressure than the pressure maintained on the tank. There Is a flame arrestor on the end of the vent line to prevent a flame from flowing back into the BME system. There are aluminum spill pans under both the BME Tote and the reactor charge pot. They will catch any BME leakage or spills and allow it to be recovered or reacted with bleach. The drain valves must be kept closed during normal operation. /- A n VAB.0001167447 r BME Handling and Spill Procedures Page 9 A BME Is very toxic to the bugs In the waste water treatment system* A spill as small as two gallons may severely affect the treatment system and cause the waste water to be only partially treated. It is very Important that all spills be contained* 8. System Interlocks and Alarms A few system interlocks have been Included in the systems to reduce the chance of having a VCM or BME leak. They also prevent us from being able to put dangerously high pressures Inside a tote* Totes cannot hold more than 5 psi. The first four Interlocks are common to both BME Addition Systems while the last two Interlocks apply to the D-745 system only. 1 The Reactor Ram valve cannot be opened until the metering pot (CV-200) valve is closed. This prevents slurry from backing into the BME metering pot and the BME supply system where it could burst a tote releasing both VCM and BME. 2. For the same reason, the metering pot valve cannot be opened while the Ram valve is open. 3. A high pressure alarm similar to those Installed on the catalyst charge pots informs the panel operator should the BME pot pressure remain greater than 50 psi for more than 10 minutes. 4. The reactor ram valve and its block valve can be closed from the control room panel using PB-210. This push button has valve position indication for both valves. That is, if either valve is open the indicator shows open. Both must be closed to get a closed indication on the pushbutton. 5. The metering pot valve (CV-200) will not open if charge pot (T-200) pressure exceeds 2psi. 6. The BME charge pot must have 100 psig pressure before the reactor ram valve and block valve can open. 9. Initial Start-up Preparations a. Every section of pipe and the charge pot and metering pot must be hydrotested to find leaks and eliminate them. * b. The system should then be run on water to prove that it will work. c. Afterwards, the system must be dried to remove all traces of water. This will be done by carefully blowing the lines* and equipment with plant air. It is very important that all water be removed from the system. k d. The system should then be nitrogen purged to remove air. e. Blanket the system with nitrogen at 4.5 - 7" wc. to prevent air from entering the system. VAB.0001167448 T mmmrn MMHNWMfl p It BME Handling and Spill Procedures Page 10 10. Normal Operation a. BME will be pumped to the metering pot until It begins to overflow back to the BME tote. Then the BME In the metering pot will be drained to the charge pot. The BME will be charged to the reactor once polymerization setpoint temperature Is reached. More de tailed operating Instructions are listed below. b. The panel operator will notify the outside operator to charge the BME to the reactor. The BME must be added promptly to prevent off-spec resin molecular weight. c. Make sure the charge pot Is empty and that Its drain valve Is closed. Line-Up Valves d. Check to make sure the three-way valve below the metering pot Is lined up to direct BME Into the metering pot. e. Check to make sure the valve In the BME tote vent hose Is open and the tote has BME In It by looking at the sight glass at the drum pump suction. Fill the Metering Pot f. Fill the metering pot by opening the valve In the air line to the BME pump. g. Let the pump run until BME liquid begins to overflow through the correct sight glass. The metering pot vents back to the BME tote. There Is a valve In the hose. that connects the vent line to the tote. It is very important that the valve always be open when the pump is running. If It Is not open, the pump suction could col lapse the tote and cause a BME spill. Also, if it Is closed, the BME overflow will not return to the tote. This valve should only be operated when the tote is being changed out. Close the three-way valve under the metering pot (handle pointing to you). h. Close the air supply valve to the BME pump. Close the three-way valve under the metering pot (handle pointing to you). 1. When the BME has stopped flowing through the sight glass in the overflow line, move the three-way valve to drain the metering fcot to the charge pot. A VAB.0001167449 r BME Handling and Spill Procedures Page 11 Fill the Charge Pot j. Open the air operated valve In the metering pot drain line to the charge pot. Keep the valve open until all flow through the drain line sight glass has stopped. k. Change the three-way valve to Its shut position. Charge BME to Reactor l. Line up high pressure service water to the charge pot. Make sure that the block valves In the charge line are open and that the sample valve Is closed and plugged. When the charge pot pressure reaches 150 pslg, open the ram valve In the BME charge line at the reactor. Hold the ram valve open until 50 gallons of water have flushed Into the reactor. Measure the water flow with the flow meter In the water line by the metering pot. m. After closing the reactor ram valve, close the water flush valve by the metering pot. Then depressure and drain the pot to the sewer by opening the sewer drain valve. n. The outside operator should then radio the panel operator that BME has been added to the reactor. 11. Routlne Operating Checks a. Check the nitrogen cylinder pressure dally. Replace the cylinder when the pressure drops below 100 pslg. b. Check the nitrogen pressure on the system dally. It should be between 4.5 and 7 Inches of water. c. Check the supply of adsorbents. d. Check to see if the BME level in the tote is low by looking at the sight glass (SG-203) A tote should last for approximately 24 days. 12. Problems a. Meter Pot Overflow Does Not Drain -- Stop the pump quickly. -- Open the vent hose valve at the BME drum. VAB.0001167450 A BME Handling and Spill Procedures Page 12 b. Pump Does Not Pump -- Check position of the three-way valve. -- Check tote to make sure It Isn't empty. -- Open the pump suction or discharge valves. -- If the pump still does not pump, check the pump air supply pressure and pump discharge pressure gauge; It may need maintenance. c. Charge Pot Contains the Wrong Amount of BME -- Put on protective equipment (rubber gloves, slicker suit, breathing air) -- Carefully drain the BME from the charge pot Into a bucket. -- Pour the bucket Into an empty drum using a funnel. -- Continue untilthe charge pot Is empty. -- Dispose of thewasted BME In the drum using the same procedure used for clearing an empty drum. However, add the bleach slowly, one gallon every hour. Approximately 30 gallons of bleach or more should be added. Discharge only two gallons of this mix to the sewer a day. d. BME is Pink -- Produce one batch of resin and check Its quality before using more of the pink BME. Pink BME has been used In Aberdeen without any effect. i* e. BME Is Red or Some Other Color -- Do not use. Contact your supervisor. f. Reactor Ram Valve Does Not Open -- Work quickly to get the valve open. -- Add the BME to the reactor if It is not later than 2 hours after initiation. 4 -- Contact the vinyl supervisor. Changing Empty BME Totes a. Put on the protective breathing air) equipment (rubber gloves, * slicker 9 VAB.0001167451 BME Handling and Spill Procedure Page 13 b. Pump as much BME from the tote to the metering pot as possible. Do not tilt the tote while pumping. It is acceptable to leave a small quantity of BME in the tote. It is hazardous to tilt a tote. c. Close the three-way valve. d. Then stop the pump. e. Close the valves in the pump suction line, the tote BME supply valve and the tote vent valve. f. Disconnect the vent hose. 8* Unscrew the dry disconnect from the tote if no guard is provided on the tote and replace with a bung. Otherwise, cap the nipple. h. Remove the pump suction line from the drum. Be careful not to drip BME on you. Plug the tote discharge with a 2-inch plug. i. Replace the empty tote with a new BME tote. 4 a j. Connect the pump suction and vent lines to the new tote and return valves to their previous positions and open. k. Use of totes eliminates the need for in-plant cleaning and dls^ posal of drums. 14. Changing Carbon Drums 3 The carbon beds consist of activated carbon contained in a 15 ft drum. It is included to remove BME from nitrogen before it is vented to atmosphere. BME has a very offensive odor. It is therefore important to change carbon filters at the first sign of BME breakthrough before the odor becomes too offensive. Breakthrough can be detected by a slight odor coming from the vent. This odor will be similar to rotten eggs or skunk oil. A portable hydrocarbon detector can also be used to locate the BME source. a. Put on protective equipment (rubber gloves, slicker suit, breath ing air) b. Close the valve at the carbon drum inlet. c. Disconnect carbon drum from process. * d. Remove support from the top mounted conservation vent and flame arrestor. e. Lift lid complete with conservation vent and flame arrestor from drum. A VAB.0001167452 A BME Handling and Spill Procedure Page 14 f. Empty contents into approved 55 gal. drums to be discarded at an approved site. Inform the plant environmental coordlantor that the drums are being filled. g* Wash drum out with a mild chlorox solution if liquid BME is present. h. Refill carbon drum with 1 drum (200#) calgon type BPL granular carbon. i. Reassemble the carbon system in the reverse order of steps a thru g* 15. Equipment Cleanin a. Put on appropriate safety equipment (rubber gloves* slicker suit* breathing air). b. Remove as much BME from the equipment as possible. Drain low b points into a bucket and place it in an empty tote. i- c. Block in the equipment and circulate water through it using a drum with pump to circulate the water to the equipment and back to the drum. d. Use an odor masking agent to mask the BME odor. e. The contaminated circulation water must be contained for disposal. f. Steam the equipment. The condensate can be drained to grade. g- Remove the equipment. If a strong odor persists* the equipment can be soaked in a dilute bleach bath for several days to further reduce the odor. 16. Materials & Gaskets Acceptable - Bound asbestos Buna N Impregnated gaskets - Filled Teflon gaskets - Spiral wound asbestos gaskets Unacceptable - Rubber sheet stock gaskets * b. Plastics Acceptable - Teflon; other plastics are not. c. Metals Acceptable - Stainless Steel - Aluminum Unacceptable - Nickel - Carbon Steel i VAB.0001167453 jtec a Data August, 1966 * Product Name: 2 - MERCAPTO ETHANOL PHILLIPS CHEMICAL COMPANY A SUB8I0IARY OP PHILLIPS PETROLEUM COMPANY Bartlesville, Oklahoma 74004 Emergency Phone Nos. 918-661-3865 (during business) 918-661-8118 (after hours) NUUK '1 oo) WORLDWIDE USA AND CANADA OTHER COUNTRIES PR DUCT IDENTIFICA TION Synonyms: p - Msrcaptoethanol; 2 Hydroxyethyl Mercaptan, BME Chemical Name: 2 Mereaptoethanol Chemical Family: Mercaptan Chemical Formula: C, H, OS CAS Reg. No: 60-24-2 Product No: M41300 Product and/or Components Entered on EPA's TSCA Inventory: Yes HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS Ingredients 2 * Mereaptoethanol Water Related Compounds CAS Number 60-24-2 7732-18-5 NA % By Wt. 99.6 0.3 0.1 OSHA PEL NE NE . NE ACGIH TLV NE NE NE t r \- M K|rT APOI ICAPI P MP -- MOT CCTAQLISWFD FORM CP-1-9 VAB.0001167454 Page 2 of 6 Ventilation: Use adequate ventilation to control below recommended exposure levels. Respiratory Protection: In case of spill or leak resulting in unknown concentration, use NIOSH/MSHA approved supplied air respirator. Eye Protection: Use chemical goggles. Skin Protection: Use full-body, long-sleeved garments impervious to the material. Use gloves impervious to the material being used. Use boots im pervious to the material being used. Note: Personal protection information shown above is based upon general infor mation as to normal uses and conditions. Where special or unusual uses or conditions exist, it is suggested that the expert assistance of an industrial hygienist or other qualified professional be sought. HANDLING AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS Avoid inhalation and skin and eye contact. Wear protective equipment and/or garments as described above if exposure conditions warrant. Launder con taminated clothing before reuse. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Protect from sources of ignition. Provide means of controlling leaks and spills. Bond and ground during liquid transfer. Use product in a closed system. REACTIVITY DATA Stability: Stable El Unstable Conditions to Avoid: Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid):Oxygen or strong oxidizing materials. Hazardous Polymerization: Will not Occur El May Occur G Hazardous Decomposition Products: Sulfur oxides released when exposed to high temperature or when burned. VAB. * Page 3 of 6 HEALTH HAZAR RECOMMENDED EXPOSURE LIMITS: None established. ACUTE EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: EYE: May cause severe irritation. + SKIN: May cause moderate irritation. May be absorbed through skin in harmful amounts. Dermal LD50 is 251 mg/kg in rabbits. INHALATION: No known applicable information. INGESTION: May be harmful if swallowed. Oral LD50 is 300mg/kg in rats. SUBCHRONIC AND CHRONIC EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: No known applicable information. OTHER HEALTH EFFECTS:No known applicable information. HEALTH HAZARD CATEGORIES: Animal Human Known Carcinogen Suspect Carcinogen G D Mutagen Teratogen Allergic Sensitizer Highly Toxic G GG Animal Toxic El Corrosive Q- Irritant El Target Organ Toxin Q Human Q G G G Specify _________ See Page 6. FIRST AID AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES: EYE: Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention. SKIN: Wash with soap and water. INHALATION: Promptly remove from exposure. If illness or adverse symptoms develop, seek medical attention. INGESTION: Immediately induce vomiting. Seek medical assistance. + t VAB.0001167456 MATBMAt SAFETY DATA SHEET PH YSICAL Odor: Repulsive Boiling Point: 300 - 325F (149 - 163C) Vapor Pressure: Vapor Density (Air Solubility in Water: Complete Specific Gravity (H 2 O = 1): 1.12 at 20/20C Percent Volatile by Volume: 100 Evaporation Rate ( Butyl Acetate__________ Viscosity: NE f 1|: <1 FIRE and EXPLOSION DA TA Flash Point (Method Used): (TCC, ASTM D56) Flammable Limits (% By Volume in Air): LEI___ NJL_ UEI__ dM Fire Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, foam, carbon Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Shut off source. NIOSH/MSHA approved self-contained breathing apparatus should be worn. Use water fog or spray to cool exposed equipment and containers. Fire and Explosion Hazards: Sulfur oxides released when burned. SPILL, LEAK and DISPOSAL PROCEDURES Precautions Required if Material is Released or Spilled: Protect from ignition. Contain spill. Keep out of water sources and sewers. Promp tly neutralize the spill by adding dilute (5%) aqueous (water) solution of calcium hypochlorite (HTH) with stirring. Alternatively, household bleach (Clorox, Purex) in a dilute solution may be used. Concentrated or dry bleach must not be used. Ab sorb in dry, inert material (sand, clay, sawdust, etc.). Refer to Personal Protection Information (Page 2) and contact appropriate safety personnel for respirator requirements. Waste Disposal (Insure Conformity with alt Applicable Disposal Regulations): Incinerate or olace in other oermitted waste disposal facility. VAB.0001167457 Shipping Name: Mercaptan Mixture, Aliphatic Hazard Claes: Combustible Liquid (ORM - A when in containers of 110 gal. or less) ID Number NA 1228 Marking: NA Label: NA Placard: Refer to 49 CFR172.504(a), Table 2, Notes 3 & 4 Hazardous Substance/RQ: N A Shipping Description: Mercaptan Mixture, Aliphatic, Combustible Liquid, NA 1228 Packaging References: 49 CFR 173.118a NOTE: The above information is applicable when the product is shipped in containers larger than 110 gallons. If shipped in 110 gallon or smaller containers it must be shipped as ORM-A and the above information is not applicable. RCRA CLASSIFICATION (FOR UNADULTERATED PRODUCT AS A WASTE) . NA 4 Wear protective equipment and/or garments as described on Page 2 if exposure conditions warrant. Contact immediate supervisor for specific instruc tions before work is initiated. HAZARD CLASSIFICATION THIS PRODUCT MEETS THE FOLLOWING HAZARD OEFINITION(S) AS DEFINED BY OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS (29 CFR PART 1910.1200): FFllaammmmaabbllee GGaass Flammable Liquid 83 Health Hazard (See Page 3) Organic Peroxide Water Reactive VAB.0001167458 4 maibhal safety data shut Page 6 of 6 ADDITIONAL COMMENTS Toxic by skin absorption and ingestion. Has produced positive mutation results in animat tissues. Phillips believes that the information contained herein (including data and statements) is accurate as of the date hereof. NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IS MADE AS CONCERNS THE IN FORMATION HEREIN PROVIDED. The information provided herein relates only to the specific pro duct designated and may not be valid where such product is used in combination with any other materials or in any process. Further, since the conditions and methods of use of the product and the information referred to herein are beyond the control of Phillips (references; to Phillips in cluding its divisions, affiliates, and subsidiaries), Phillips expressly disclaims any dhd all liability as to any results obtained or arising from any use of the product or such information. No statement made herein shall be construed as a permission or recommendation for the use of any product in a manner that might infringe existing patents. VAB.0001167459 PHILLIPS CHEMICAL COMPANY A SUBSIDIARY OP PHILLIPS PETROLEUM COMPANY PETROCHEMICALS BARTLESVILLE. OKLAHOMA 74004 PHONE: 91$ 6S1-MOO TWX 910 $41-2960 TLX 49*2455 SAFE HANOIING OF ETHYL, PROPYL, AND BUTYL MERCAPTANS Helpful Handling Hints The following general Information Is provided as an aid to proper and safe handling of these mercaptans. Low boiling mereaptans are extremely odorous and disagreeable. Their presence will definitely be known. Properly handled, the odor nuisance can be safely and effectively reduced to acceptable limits. Storage Precautions need to be taken to Insure that all storage vessels are vapor tight. If mercaptan Is stored In drums, periodic checks for loose bungs or deteriorated bung gaskets should be made. Mercaptans attack rubber quite readily; however, teflon and polyethylene are acceptable. All transfer equipment should be designed to minimize the escape of mercaptan during and following Its use. Temperature The vapor pressure or evaporation rate of mercaptan Increases rapidly with temperature. It Is recommended that all transfers be made during cool periods and Into cool containers, when possible. Store portable containers (drums, etc.) out of direct sunlight and In a cool area. Safety The above mentioned mercaptans are flammable; use with caution. Normal use of mercaptans is not considered hazardous, but personnel working with mercaptans should respect them and follow safe practice by wearing protective clothing and equipment. If someone is sprayed with mercaptan,the clothing should be removed and the Individual should wash with soap and water. Mercaptans are extremely good solvents and will remove natural oils from skin and body tissue. It is suggested that a good lotion or cream be applied to the area of contact. The clothing can be aired out and washed, but it Is recommended to destroy soaked articles by Incineration. A Spills In handling spills, consideration should be given to the conditions, environment, and circumstances. A spill or leak should be handled promptly and disposed of In the most efficient manner. The odor complaints that will evolve frbm a mercaptan spill could lead to ill will or lawsuits. The following method of handling spills Is the most effective. VAB.0001167460 i A This method Is based on converting the odorous mercaptans to a relatively low odor disulfide* through a chemical reaction. It Is effective only on small liquid spills* saturated ground* outside of equipment and materials. The area should be flooded with a dilute solution of sodium hypochlorite such as Purex or Clorox. Never use a dry concentrated hypochlorite powder (HTH) directly on liquid mercaptan because a violent explosive reaction could occur. After the spill has been covered with neutralizer or diluted sodium hypochlorite and all reaction has subsided* cover the area with a masking agent which will help to further reduce the odor level. Phillips markets such an agent called Nose-Guard. Soaked Bags or Saturated Clothing Ne recommend Incineration as the best means of disposal. The soaked material should be moved out In a safe area and burned. Use caution* the mercaptans are highly flammable! Empty Drum Disposal The most Important factor In drum disposal Is that the drum must be completely empty. Small containers and metal drums are not returnable* Care should be taken to avoid storing or discarding empty containers near sources of Ignition or where unauthorized persons might handle them. t^ r The open burning mercaptan residues contained In emptied 55-gallon drums Is In violation of the air pollution laws of many states. Burning off residual odor 1$ not recommended as an effective way of deodorizing drums for disposal. Contact our Customer Service Center at 800/858-4327 [in Texas 800/692-2045) for further Information on deodorizing drums. After any deodorlzatlon procedure* the reuse of the drums should be avoided because of difficulty In eliminating all traces of odor. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES In the event of an emergency concerning the transportation of chemicals* call this toll-free number day or night: 800/424-9300 or *202/483-7616 In Alaska or Hawaii 483-7616 In 01 strict of Columbia Add long-distance access number If required These are the numbers of CHEMTREC (Chemical Transportation Emergency Center)* a public service of the Chemical Manufacturers Association of which Phillips Chemical Company Is a member. 4p CHEMTREC provides Immediate advice for those at the scene of emergencies, then promptly contacts the supplier of the chemicals Involved for more detailed assistance and appropriate follow-up on emergencies Involving shipments of its chemicals. Information contained herein is accurate and reliable to the best of;our knowledge* but our suggestions and recommendations cannot be guaranteed because the conditions of use are beyond our control. Phillips Chemical Company assumes no responsibility for the use of Information presented herein and hereby disclaims all liability In regard to such use. VAB.0001167461 f P IP hhw Material Flow Is Smooth And Even Positive air pressure volve actuator has no machanicai tripa or Mood systems for smoether pump opera tion. reduced disefcerp pidniiBa. and nrnrnnm ppnp mnwiiUk|A||*P Pump Solids Up To 1/8" Or 1/4" In Diameter The fluid sactian hat no paduopa. dcee fitting or siding parts. This slews ths pomp to hands ahredvec and fhdda orith suspended said con- tonts op to 1/B" or 1/4" in diameter. Choose From Five Different Diaphrogm Materials five IMIMIM tO CnOOlt from material comoatdMiitY. High Performance Delivery r pump Mum 30 GPM Mi us ww mwn w sns m Efficient Air Valve Design Saves Comprbssed Air rosttvvo toot or tow cnfoiPT soaii tho air saction in a staff condition. This is an anargy sawnf feature - air is never wasted. Reversible Ball Seals Are One Of The Many Cost Saving Features The ahdty to reverse the bed seats douMos *mr aanrice So. This alonf with the fact diet the pump hoi no pachinp. dene fitiinp or shdwp parts to ropiocs help to hoop maintenanca costa lew. Air Input Equals Material Output Smooth shirt ar MtaaMi a unrestricted flow to performance needs. high * Positive Priming Provides Easy Start-Ups Chech vchme me due to tho fluid AMuCiuioVon dIVm iwomiimmi MPHAIiWhiMV ApmiMMlMf 1 ISMt imi hiMMA ooiiyA^M TM 4. ; VAB.0001167462 X Variable Inlet And Outlet Positioning Enables Multiple Installation Options i This fur tho tht Pump Option Allows Plural Component Pumping bViOP P I^V V I Pi / A 16 Last Simple Operation for Dependable Pumping FlUIS OUUET UIWWt*fHAttllWOPPl FLUIO OUTLET VIEW 1 FLUID OUTLET OlAftWAOM R00 VIEW! FLUIS OUTLET Hassle-Free Maintenance Separata tt tilt meW V NlW without dm&urhiag tht IW taction. Service Is A Snap jtmdird totwin prwMi quick md Mwmtmttj iWkBuMtmWIi9MIWv| eVnWd mWViPrItWivi|* MIfHa SptCttl tMll iff IBfBiftl Designed For Portable Or Centralized Installation Mty tt 10000 jab jab. Or tht ImIh mi At mppoft teps far nnvMPon. VIEW 3 I 1 EXHAUST VIEW 4 FLUIO FLINO VIEW 1 Pressurized air from supply part "S" is ported through tha cbnttr of tha spool valve IN Wei HipHNlPi rTNNNp PPf ^NM 9% lip P^Pv^N TM ^Pi^l around tho spool valvt and axhoustvd. Whan this air is mbaaatad. tha pwamaiiad air on tha loft diaphragm mavoo both diaphragma la tim left This mavamant farcaa bad aback "C" to seat, bad aback "A" to ansaat and forest fhad past "A" and out throne tha outlat. At tho samo tana, the mavamant of tht right ditffcfflBBi cflmfli tuetiss. nMdi mit tuft chock "B", unaaats bad chock `*0" and pads through tho Mot manifold. VIEW 2 Tht * stroke continual until tha diaphragm rod mavoo to the ftflint whfti tl dwell mtsuiuftd ik from "S" to tho left and of tho spool valve. forest tho spool to shift. Whon tho spool valvt shifts, it ravsnaa tht action of tho pump. VIEW 3 Tho loft diaphragm now pads fluid in and the right diaphragm farces fluid out. VIEW 4 This action continues un til tht diaptirsgm rod adorns tho pressurized air on tha loft end of tht spool to tshaust. caus ing tht spool to shift. Tha shifting of tho spool than rovorsat tht diaphragm action. V* V - 3 VAB.0001167463 PV A*** The plugs in ihs first column art shown in position 1. Tho solid arrow indicatsa flow of fluid. Thors is always flow bo- twoon tho bottom port and a sidsport whan rotating an AX, or 0 plug. Only ths A plug wtt shut off tha flow, in position as it is turnod from ons how position to anothar. A A f ^ I- VAB.0001167464 mmmm . DRY DISCONNECT COUPLINGS CATALOG Jh AUGUST. IfFt 4 tiNci tjM aiMmi ihiad t'Oiwia in.>4i < INCIMNAM omki is.mii IMUM/O ItOtl (| || 4 . i I dill. I AIHI Uf.'/ti VAB.0001167465 ijim ttirnicrt^iirti tight to a dry i aiMl |m ito spring 1. 0*01MAHY QUICK DISCOMMKCT 2. QUICK DISCONNECT PLUS BALL VALVE 3 KAMVALOK DRY DISCONNECT dSHfWRf The OPW Kamvatok* it a natural axtension of tha highly successful OPW Kamlok quick coupling for Kom and pipe Connection* and di*conn*ction* with both ar* accomplishec simply by dosing and opening two cam arms which loci into a machined groove around the circumference of the mating adaptor. There are no locating lugs or threads. The Kamvatok adaptor contains a poppet assembly, sprint loaded to hold the poppet disc firmly in the closed positioi until the coupler is attached and the entire assembly is (eve actuated. The coupler contains the open/dose lever, plus its ow valve assembly. This valve consists of a spring-loaded pet and disc which firmly closes the coupler until op by the open/dose actuating lever. After the Kamvatok adaptor and coupler are firmly coui together, the lever is turned to the OPEN position, action moves the coupler poppet toward the adaptor poi disc until these two mating discs make contact. Comp turning of the lever to the full open position causes coupler poppet to extend beyond the end of the coui depressing the adaptor poppet back into the adaptor b which erMtat clearance for liauid flow around both di Even flow and low pressure drop are achieved built into the adaptor, which reduces turbul fins within the coupler further assure even f istics. When the lever is returned to the CLOSE position a connect is made, only a very small amount of prodi results because the disc faces of those poppets rei contact until the coupler and adaptor arc separatee age of more than a tew fttops of liquid is prevented Should accidental disconnection, of couplet ami artap occur while the lever is in the oteN position, both roup and adaptor nio designed to .iiituiiMticntly shut oil, p venting spillage. 3 It* | - Ml **! " -h * I * **!* . jMW * UHtt* * M*l<* ****** n-*i . t *. .i>` * * * VAB.0001167466 HdWHB v KAMVALOK UNCOUPLE! WITH VALVE CLOSED At left, this simpiiftsc drawing graphically dem- onstrataa how, whan tha Kamvalok adaptor is sepa rated from tha coupler, its own spring-loaded poppat assembly holds tha poppst disc firmly in tha ciosad position. Tha coupler pop- pat disc is also hold in tha closedposition. OPW Kamvalok couplinga art available in aluminum and bronze combinations; aluminum with stainless steal com poneots; bronze and stainless steel: or nil stainless strvi Flow guide line are plastic or stainless steel. Sc.iis arc available in buna-N. viton. EPT and Teflon*. See the "How to Order" chart on page 5 for the proper designation of different materials. The Chemical Resistance chart on pages 16 and 17 will help you seleet the materials required foi your particular Kamvalok application. 4 i * ^' " W' <* M*\ 1Vi \ 2", and 3" depending upon style and material. See pegee 6,7,6 and 9 for styles and sizes. I KAMVALOK COUPLED WITH VALVE OPEN At right, with the coupler and adaptor coupled to gether and the Open/Close lover actuated, the coupler poppet males with the adaptor poppet, then pushes it to full open posi tion. allowing flow through Simplified drawinq shows clearance, and guiding v.mcs that enable liquid to Mow smoothly. OPW Kamvalok dry disconnect couplings ere manufactured in compliance with the highest standards of design, mate rials and construction. The ease and simplicity of connect ing and disconnecting, plus rugged construction and long life, make these dry disconnect couplinga tome of the most versatile and useful couplings available tor transferring liquids. COUPLING CASK: Only 45 pounds of forco at the ends of the cam arms lock tha largest couplers and adaptors together. Smeller models require leas force. Open/Close lever action is accomplished with ease. TEMPERATURE: OPW Kamvalok dry disconnect couplings are available in a variety of material combinations for use under different con ditions. See the Pressure-Temperature Rating chart on page 13 for complete information. TIGHT, LEAKPROOF: OPW Kamvaloka pats a hydrostatic test of 200 p.s.i. from through 2" sizes, and 150 p.s.i. for 3" sizes.Sec Pressure- Temperature Rating chart on page 13. * All OPW parts and products are thofreughly inspected .ni ir tested from (he lime that raw mater Ml is leceived .it mu plant until the product is completed. We fully ipiaiatiife lh.it all materials am I woikmanship are litre ol delects Any mi) EP||i|ltffU IridtilWfk ol . I. tier Nttttnur. end i`*. * VAB.0001167467 product that might prove to be detective will be promptly replaced. This warranty does not apply when failures are the result of the method or conditions of use. or when the use exceeds recommended operating conditions. This warranty is null and void if the product is altered in any way. We are not liable for labor, special or consequential damages and under no circumstances any charges in excess of invoice amount of defective products* 1* * * I * i j [ < Th To assure that your order is processed promptly and effi ciently we have devised the product numbering system shown here. Choose the adaptor or coupler, the metal construction, size, configuration and seals you need, then following this simple chart list all these requirements by number. In this example, a 1611 -A Kamvaiok adaptor in aluminum and Promo construction, with Buna-N saais, tomato throadod, in tho l'b` siza. is designated. i After setting up the numbers you require, check OPW price list PLA to see whether your number is a listed combination. If it is not listed, or should you have a special application and would like our recommendation, direct your inquiry to: Manager. Marketing Services Oover Corporation/OPW Division 9393 Princeton-Glendale Road P. O. Sox 40240 Cincinnati, Ohio 45240 Telephone (513) 870-3291 1 -- Aluminum and Bronse Construction 3 --Bronze 6--Aluminum Construction. (Non Copper Bearing) 7 _ Stainless Steel Construction A--Female Thread Adaptor D -- Female Thread Coupler SF--Tank Truck Flange (Square) F--Male Thread Adaptor ES--Elbow Swivel Adaptor GC--Actuating Coupler P--Oust Plug K--Dust Cap CENTER GUI DEO POPPET SEAL CYLtNOER SPRING BODY PtfeENt ADAPTOR SPniN< POPPET SUO-ASSEMBL' OISC HUD' CAM ARI POPPF STEM SUQ-ASSEMBl 16 -- Adaptor Part of Kamvalok Coupling 17 -- Coupler Part of Kamvalok Coupling 1 -- Buna "N" 2 -- Viton 3 -- Teflon 4 -- EPT 0 -- No seal 14* Coupler or Adaptor IW Coupler or Adaptor 2* Coupler or Adaptor 3* Coupler or Adaptor LEVER KAMVALOK COUPLED JWITH VALVE OPEN ACCIDENTAL DISCONNECT FEATL Should the Kamvalok accidentally disconncc while the fever on the coupler u the open position and product flow is progress, the popfohin the adapter will nt. matically close and tnr? scat cylinder, called in (he above cutaway, will automatically stop t through the coupler. Excessive product spill is prevent + r VAB.0001167468 UfF 4 IT ONLY TAMS 4 SSCOROS TO START ROW. 1. COURT IN ANY POSITION 2. CAM ARMS LOCK COUPUH AND ADAPTOR TOGETHER a. LEVER OPENS VALVE 4. FULL FLOW STARTS m 16; 1 -A and 1711-P This is llw most commonly used K^tnwfaloK *lyle I loth coupU'f an adaptor are female threaded, and can hr* tilted io oiiIhm a pipe end Of to a hose lilting. II SIZES: 1 '* 2m. 3** VAB.0001167469 m 9 |H Materials of Construction The VentSorb canister is a specialtydesignert, full open-head, steal canister. It inctudee a removable cover and bolt-type closing ring with a polyclad cellulose gasket. The interior of the canister is lined with two coats of a heat* cured, epoxy-modified, phenolic material for superior corrosion resistance. This lining is suitable for use at operating temperatures up to 350 F. A two-inch outlet center ed in the canister cover allows easy installation of an outlet vent. A Ushaped vent line that wiil serve as a rain auard is recommended. A -4 L r CALQ SUBSIDIARY OF ^ *i UH* i'. .S * * # + / * *W* n, * * i t *V.* The standard VentSorb unit contains ap proximately ISO pounds of high quaNty, broadspectrum Type BPL granular actuated carbon, supported on an eight-inch deep gravel underbed. If your problem in- cludes hydrogen sulfide or methyl mercaptan removal from moist air, you may want to conskter a VantSorb unit containing Type IVP granular activated carbon which is espe cially effective for this application. A two-inch IPT qoupliofl provided near the base of the canister an inlet nozzle Installation of a VantSorb unit is relatively simple. Place the VentSorb canister on a level surface near the vent to be controlled. Then connect a 2-inch flexible hose or pipe from the vent to the standard-thread inlet nozzle at the base of the canister. If volatile organics are present, a flame arrestor should be attached to the VentSorb unit. Since each VentSorb can handle air flows up to 100 CFM, only one unit normally need be in service on a vent aft any time. Larger flows can be accommodated by employing additional units in parallel operation. Once installed. VantSorb is designed to provide continuous control of vented emissions with virtually no attention. Using the positive pressure inside the unit being vented, contaminated air psasaa up through the canister wham the objectionable vapors are trapped and stored in the carbon, allowing a puri fied air stream to vent through the top of the canister into the atmosphere. In most cases, the pressure or surges of pressure within the space being vented is sufficient to overcome pressure drop across the carbon bed and a blower is not required. VentSorb will continue to remove vapors until the carbon in the canister becomes saturated. The useful life of a VantSorb unit will vary from one installation to another depending upon the yoe and amount of vapors to which the carbon i -> exposed. In some plants. VentSorb units have vemained effective up to eight months. When the carbon in your VentSorb unit is Curated and can no longer remove additional pollutants, it can be replaced easily. Unhook the unit seal it and dispose of it in accordance with environmental regulations for similar process solid wastes. Than install a new VSptSorb unit. To assure that replacement units are available immediately when needed, one or more spare units should be located at each installation site. 4 4 VAB.0001167470