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Cylinders shall be kept upright.
Ensure that the refrigeration system is earthed prior
to charging the system with refrigerant.
Label the system when charging is complete (if not
already).
Extreme care shall be taken not to overfill the
refrigeration system. Prior to recharging the system
it shall be pressure tested with OFN. The system shall
be leak tested on completion of charging but prior to
commissioning. A follow up leak test shall be carried
out prior to leaving the site.
14. Decommissioning
Before carrying out this procedure, it is essential
that the technician is completely familiar with the
equipment and all its detail. It is recommended
good practice that all refrigerants are recovered
safely. Prior to the task being carried out, an oil and
refrigerant sample shall be taken in case analysis is
required prior to re-use of reclaimed refrigerant. It is
essential that electrical power is available before the
task is commenced.
a) Become familiar with the equipment and its
operation. b) Isolate system electrically. c) Before
attempting the procedure ensure that: Mechanical
handling equipment is available, if required, for
handling refrigerant cylinders; All personal protective
equipment is available and being used correctly;
The recovery process is supervised at all times by a
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