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the contents of the Nitrogen pilot cylinder
Applicable to:
Chief Engineers, Indian flag vessels
Effective Date:
November 18, 2003
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Incident Description
While checking the contents of the Nitrogen pilot cylinder of the CO2 system, the entire bank of CO2 bottles were inadvertently discharged into the engine room.
2. Lessons Learned
- 1. Check pilot cylinder contents by isolating and weighing them individually and externally if required without opening any valves.
- 2. Ensure full understanding of the system by the operating person, even for malfunctions.
- 3. Display clear instructions for inspection and operations in the CO2 room.
II/4 CO2 system maintenance and inspection procedures
Important Note
Ensure all CO2 system valves are in the correct position before checking pilot cylinder contents to prevent accidental discharge.
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