Operation Manual / TPL76-C
Preliminary remarks
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Storage of new turbochargers and
spare parts
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Storage of new turbochargers and spare
parts
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Storage of new turbochargers and spare parts up to 6 months
New turbochargers and spare parts from ABB Turbo Systems can be stored
in sealed packaging without additional mothballing measures for up to 6
months from the date of delivery (marked by the VCI label on the package).
Volatile Corrosion Inhibitor (VCI)
Only dry rooms in which the relative humidity is between 40…70 % and
no condensation can form are suitable for storage.
Storage of new turbochargers and spare parts for more than 6 months (VCI)
WARNING
Protection of health when handling VCIs
VCI products are not hazardous in the sense of the Hazardous Sub-
stances Ordinance. Nevertheless, the following points are to be ob-
served when handling VCIs:
Ensure good room ventilation.
Do not eat, drink or keep food at the workplace while working with
VCIs.
Wear safety gloves.
Clean hands and face after working with VCIs.
For further information refer to www.branopac.com.
Wear safety gloves to protect against chemical hazards.
The following mothballing measures are required every 6 months:
Open the package.
Remove the VCI corrosion protection emitter from the package and
replace it with a new, identical VCI corrosion protection emitter. New
VCI corrosion protection emitters can be obtained at
Dispose of the old VCI corrosion protection emitter in an environmen-
tally compatible manner, professionally and in accordance with local
regulations.
Seal the package. The better the external seal is designed, the more
permanent the protection.
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