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HERMetic Sampler A2
6.5 Operating the RUNNING SAMPLING BOTTLE
(O = OPTION)
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DESCRIPTION
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Running bottle 0.40 l. FKM
0. The calibration plug on top of the running bottle has to be adjusted according to the liquid to
be sampled. The plug is properly set up when the transferred quantity of liquid falls between
70 and 85% of the capacity of the sampling bottle, i.e. between 0.3 and 0.35 l (API MPMS
Chapter 8.1, § 8.3.3.3).
1.
Remove the 2” cover from the valve.
2.
Install the sampler on top of the valve.
3. Open the valve.
4.
Lower the running bottle regularly to the appropriate depth but do not hit the tank bottom to
keep the bottom plug closed all the time.
5.
When the appropriate depth has been reached lift the running bottle back into the sampler at
the same regular speed.
6.
Close the valve.
7.
Remove the cover of sampler together with the running bottle. Mind not to open the bottom
valve inadvertently.
8.
Put the running bottle vertically into a laboratory bottle that shall have a 2” minimum neck
diameter.
9.
Open the bottom valve by hitting the bottom of the laboratory bottle. Transfer the liquid.
10
When the transfer is completed, check that the transferred liquid falls between the two marks
0.3 and 0.35 l in order to comply with API MPMS Chapter 8.1 requirements.
11. Reassemble the running bottle and the cover to the sampler.
12. Remove the sampler from the valve.
13.
Reinstall the 2” cover on top of the valve.
14. Clean the equipment after use and check it for proper functioning.
