Title 46

SECTION 64.59

64.59 Spring loaded pressure relief valve.

§ 64.59 Spring loaded pressure relief valve.

A spring loaded pressure relief valve must -

(a) Be set at a nominal pressure of 125 percent of the maximum allowable working pressure;

(b) Have a minimum normal venting capacity that is sufficient to prevent the tank pressure from exceeding 137.5 percent of the maximum allowable working pressure;

(c) Close after discharge of a pressure not lower than 115 percent of the maximum allowable working pressure; and

(d) If closed, remain closed at any pressure less than 115 percent of the maximum allowable working pressure.

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