Operation and Service Manual For Hermetic Sampler A.2: 0.5 Liter
Operation and Service Manual For Hermetic Sampler A.2: 0.5 Liter
Operation and Service Manual For Hermetic Sampler A.2: 0.5 Liter
1. TABLE OF CONTENTS 2
3. GENERAL INFORMATION 4
3.1 SHIPMENT NOTE 4
3.2 INITIAL INSPECTION 4
3.3 DOCUMENTATION DISCREPANCIES 4
3.4 WARRANTY 4
3.5 CERTIFICATION 5
3.6 SPARE PARTS 5
3.7 SERVICE AND REPAIR 5
5. DESCRIPTION 9
5.1 GENERAL 9
5.2 SAMPLING TYPES 9
5.3 SAMPLING PRINCIPLE 10
5.3.1 CONNECTION AND GROUNDING SYSTEM 10
5.3.2 SAMPLING METHOD 11
5.3.3 LIQUID TRANSFER 11
6. OPERATION 12
6.1 CHECKING BEFORE USE 12
6.2 OPERATING THE ZONE SAMPLING BOTTLE 13
6.3 OPERATING THE BOTTOM SAMPLING BOTTLE 14
6.4 OPERATING THE SPOT SAMPLING BOTTLE 15
6.5 OPERATING THE RUNNING SAMPLING BOTTLE 16
8. SPECIFICATIONS 19
9. DRAWINGS 20
9.1 SAMPLER 20
9.2 VALVES 20
1. This Operation and Service Manual is a guide in order to help the user to operate the instrument to our
best knowledge.
2. Nevertheless the maker disclaims all responsibility and liability for damage resulting from the use of the
equipment regardless of the cause of the damage.
3. Attention is drawn to the possible hazard due to electrostatic charges which may be present in
the tank. This may happen in particular with static accumulator liquids, i.e. liquids which have low
conductivity of 50 picoSiemens/metre (pS/m) or less.
4. It is very important that the instrument is grounded to the tank before the probe is introduced into
the tank and remains grounded until after complete withdrawal from the tank.
4.1. If the instrument is installed with the quick connect coupler, grounding is effected through the quick
connect coupler and the mating nipple of the valve provided that these parts are kept clean and free
from corrosion in order to guarantee electrical conductivity. If a grease is used for this purpose, it
must be one which contains graphite.
4.2. If the instrument is not connected to the mating deck valve, the instrument has to be also earthed
by means of the grounding cable and clamp.
5. It is anticipated that the user will have specific operating methods laid down to ensure safety
when using this type of apparatus. In this case the user's instructions shall be strictly observed.
6.1. If a metal sounding pipe is fitted beneath the deck valve or tank is inerted, then ullaging, etc. is
permissible at any time with no restriction.
6.2. If there is no sounding tube or tank is not inerted, the following precautions shall be taken:
6.2.1. If the cargo is not a static accumulator liquid, i.e. its conductivity is more than 50 pS/m, then
ullaging is permitted provided that the instrument is properly grounded and earthed before
the probe is inserted into the tank and remains earthed until the probe has been removed
from the tank.
6.2.2. If the cargo is a static accumulator liquid, i.e. its conductivity is less than 50 pS/m, then
ullaging is permitted provided that:
6.2.2.1. The instrument is properly grounded and earthed before the probe is inserted into
the tank and remains earthed until the probe has been removed from the tank.
6.2.2.2. The apparatus is not introduced into a tank until at least 30 minutes have elapsed
after completion of any loading operation or stopping the injection of inert gas.
6.3. For further guidance refer to International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals (ISGOTT),
ISBN 1-85609-291-7, Fifth Edition 2006, or consult the appropriate Legislative Authority for the
installation.
7. This product and his use is / may be related to international, national, local or company
regulations or standards. It is the customer / user responsibility to ensure that the way to use the
device complies with such applicable regulations or standards.
8. This device is a protable product. It must not be permanently installed on the tank and must be
disconnected after use and stored in a safe and dry area.
Check the contents of the shipment for The Purchaser shall notify by fax, telex or in
completeness and note whether any damage writing of any defect immediately upon
has occurred during transport. Carry out the discovery, specifying the nature of the defect
“Initial test before installing the instrument” to and/or the extend of the damage caused
verify the good functioning. If the contents are thereby.
incomplete, or if there is damage, not use the
device. A claim should be filled with the Where no other conditions have been
carrier immediately, and Enraf Tanksystem negotiated between the Vendor and the
SA Sales or Service organization should be Purchaser "General Conditions 188" of
notified in order to facilitate the repair or United Nations shall apply.
replacement of the instrument.
This equipment has been certified as non-
electrical equipment for potentially explosive
3.3 Documentation discrepancies atmospheres for only those classes or
categories of hazardous areas stated on the
The design of the instrument is subject to instrument label, bearing the mark of the
continuous development and improvement. applicable approval authority. No other usage
Consequently, the instrument may is authorized.
incorporate minor changes in detail from the
information contained in the manual. Unauthorized repair or component
replacement by non original spare parts by
the Purchaser will void this guarantee and
3.4 Warranty may impair the good functioning of the
instrument.
12 months after installation but max. 18
months after delivery ex works. In no event shall Enraf Tanksystem SA be
liable for indirect, incidental or consequential
The Vendor undertakes to remedy any loss or damage or failure of any kind
defect resulting from faulty design connected with the use if its products or
materials or workmanship. The Vendor's failure of its products to function or operate
obligation is limited to the repair or properly.
replacement of such defective parts by his
Enraf Tanksystem SA do not assume the
own plant or one of his authorized service
indemnification for any accident or damage
stations. The Purchaser shall bear the
caused by the operation of its product and
cost and risk of transportation of
the warranty is limited to the replacement of
defective parts and repaired parts
parts or complete goods.
supplied in replacement of such defective
parts.
Enraf Tanksystem SA is
an ISO 9001 certified
company by QMI and
MED-D by Det Norske
Veritas Certification
GmbH.
Telephone: ..............................................................................................
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5.1 General
The HERMetic Samplers are designed for sampling of liquids or chemicals, which present a Fire-,
Health- or Air pollution Hazard.
The equipment is designed for use in potentially explosive atmospheres area.
Several kinds of samples can be realised with this sampler. To get different samples, 4 bottles are
available: Zone bottle, Spot bottle, Running bottle and Bottom bottle.
The Zone bottle allows sampling of the upper level inside the tank.
The running bottle allows sampling all along the displacement of the bottle inside the tank.
As far as the kinds of sampling are concerned, please refer to ISO 3170 “Petroleum liquids –
Manual sampling”.
The sampler is delivered as standard with zone sampling bottle. All other sampling bottles are
available as option.
Place the unit on the appropriate valve and activate the locking system. Depending on the locking
system, either rotate the collar and actuate the lever or pull on the sleeve.
If the instrument is connected to genuine HERMetic valve, grounding is effected through the quick
connect coupler and the mating nipple of the valve. No additional grounding strap is necessary.
For further information, please refer to §2 “Recommendation for safe use”.
The bottle is linked with a graduated tape to monitor the bottle location.
Important note: to avoid contamination of the sample taken by the sampler itself, check and clean
the unit and the bottle prior to use. Clean the unit with an appropriate cleaner without impacting the
unit or contamination risk of the next sample.
Check the cleanliness of the unit (sampler and bottle) to prevent any contamination of the
sample.
Inspect the bottle tape end for breaks, kinks and wear. If there is some damage, replace
the tape before use.
Check the closure of the hook locking device according to Fig. 1. The swivel hook has to be
locked in use.
Tape inspection
Fig. 1
Nota: Clean the instrument of any excess of liquid after use. Remove the winder holder and clean
the storage tube. This cleaning must be done very properly, in particular when corrosive liquids are
gauged, such as strong acids or caustic soda for instance.
ND TS DESCRIPTION
8. Remove the cover of the sampler together with the bottle and pour its content into a
laboratory bottle with a minimum 2” neck diameter.
12. Clean the equipment after use and check it for proper functioning.
ND TS DESCRIPTION
4. Lower the bottom bottle until reaching the bottom of the tank.
5. When the bottom valve of the bottle hits the tank bottom the bottle fills up automatically.
8. Remove the cover of the sampler together with the bottom bottle. Mind not to open the
bottom valve inadvertently.
9. Put the bottom bottle vertically into a laboratory bottle with a minimum 2” neck diameter.
10. When the bottle bottom valve hits the bottom of the laboratory bottle the liquid is transferred.
11. Reassemble the bottom bottle and the cover to the sampler.
14. Clean the equipment after use and check it for proper functioning.
ND TS DESCRIPTION
4. Lower the spot bottle to the level where the sample is to be taken.
5. Stop the bottle at this level and shake it rapidly up and down about 10 times on a 200 mm
stroke.
This movement has a pumping effect as the ball opens and closes the bottom of bottle.
8. Remove the cover of the sampler together with the spot bottle. Mind not to open the bottom
valve inadvertently.
9. Put the spot bottle vertically into a laboratory bottle with a minimum 2” neck diameter.
10. When the bottle spot cover hits the bottom of the laboratory bottle the liquid is transferred.
11. Reassemble the spot bottle and the cover to the sampler.
14. Clean the equipment after use and check it for proper functioning.
ND TS DESCRIPTION
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).
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.
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.
14. Clean the equipment after use and check it for proper functioning.
As this equipment has been designed as non-electrical equipment for potentially explosive
atmospheres. Specific precautions have to be taken regarding maintenance of the device. The
user can exchange parts and modules if following points are observed:
2. Substitution of components may impact safety. Use only original spare parts.
3. Work shall be done only by maintenance personnel who has experience with equipment
certified for use in potentially explosive atmosphere.
The design of the equipment is modular, i.e. in case of damage, check which modules or spare
parts have to be replaced. Order new parts according to enclosed drawings and specific item
number TS -----. The instrument consists of the following modules:
Mechanical parts
Tape assembly
Tape cleaner
7.2 Care
Clean the instrument of any excess of liquid after use. Remove the winder holder and clean the
storage tube. This cleaning must be done very properly, in particular when corrosive liquids are
sampled, such as strong acids or caustic soda for instance.
Check periodically whether the general state of the device is still OK.
Clean periodically the sampling bottle. Check the valves of sampling bottles for liquid leakage.
Check periodically (at least every 6 months) the continuity of grounding by measuring the electrical
resistance between the hook lock (or the sampling bottle) and the quick connect coupler.
Resistance should not exceed 100 .
To clean HERMetic Sampler A2, winder holder can be easily removed and sampling bottle
detached from tape.
If tape requires cleaning it has to be unwound. Clean it during its winding-up operation on the
winder.
Unscrew the 4 screws position 7 on the drawing ND 20319 (30m) or ND 40796 (40m)
Remove the old tape wiper.
Put the new one.
Tighten the 4 screws again.
General Specifications
9.1 Sampler
ND TS DESCRIPTION
9.2 Valves
Important: Valves are supplied separately from Samplers. There are not included in Sampler scope of
supply.
ND TS DESCRIPTION
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