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34 Pa. Code § 3a.168. Autoclaves and quick opening vessels.

§ 3a.168. Autoclaves and quick opening vessels.

 (a)  An inspector shall inspect autoclaves and quick opening vessels with close examination of all moving parts, locking devices, pins and interlocking devices, in accordance with ANSI/NB 23.

 (b)  An autoclave and quick opening vessel must have interlocking systems to prevent charging the vessel until all openings and locking devices are fully in place.

 (c)  A pressure-relieving device must be sized in accordance with the data plate for pressure. The capacity must be based on the pressure and pipe size or the total Btu valve of the boiler.

 (d)  Inspection of autoclaves and quick opening vessels shall be performed in accordance with §  3a.111(8) (relating to field inspections).


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