NATIONAL OIL CORPORATION

GENERAL ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION

GES J.03

LEVEL INSTRUMENTS

Rev Date Description Checked Approved

0 1999 Issued for Implementation DL

Compiled by Teknica (UK) Ltd

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INDEX

SEC TITLE PAGE

1.0 SCOPE OF SPECIFICATION 4

1.1 Introduction 4
1.2 Other NOC Specifications 4
1.3 Data Shheets 4

2.0 DEFINITIONS 4

2.1 Technical 4
2.2 Contractual 5

3.0 DESIGN 5

3.1 Codes and Standards 5

3.2 General Requirements 6
3.3 Level Measuring Instruments 7
3.4 Level Switches 10
3.5 Level Gauges (Sight Glasses) 11
3.6 Level Transmitters 11
3.7 Tank Gauges 11

4.0 MATERIALS 13

4.1 General Requirements 13

5.0 MANUFACTURE 14

5.1 Certification and Labelling 14

6.0 INSTALLATION 14

6.1 Typical Installation Drawings 14

6.2 Location and Accessibility 14
6.3 Vessel Connections 15
6.4 Instrument Process Connections 15

7.0 INSPECTION 16

7.1 Procedures 16
7.2 Tagging 16

8.0 TESTING 16

8.1 Factory Testing 16

8.2 Field Testing 16

SEC TITLE PAGE

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9.0 DOCUMENTATION 17

9.1 Introduction 17
9.2 Schedules and Reports 17
9.3 Manuals 17
9.4 Use in Hazardous Areas 17
9.5 Calculations 17

10.0 PRIOR TO SHIPMENT 17

10.1 Painting and Coatings 17

10.2 Spares 18
10.3 Packing 18
10.4 Shipping 18
10.5 Warranty 18

FIGURES 1-3 19
FIGURES 4-6 20
FIGURES 7-9 21

ISA FORMS S20.26

S20.27
S20.28
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1.0 SCOPE OF SPECIFICATION

1.1 Introduction

1.1.1 This specification covers the minimum requirements for the design, specification, material
selection, installation, inspection, testing, documentation and preparation for shipment of level
measuring and transmitting instruments and switches.

1.1.2 In the event of any conflict between this specification and the Data Sheets, or with any of the
applicable codes and standards, the Vendor/Contractor shall inform the Owner and obtain written
clarification or authorisation from the Owner before proceeding with the work.

1.1.3 This General Engineering Specification shall form part of the Purchase Order/Contract.

1.2 Other NOC Specifications

The following NOC General Engineering Specifications are an integral part of this specification
and any non-compliance will have to be approved by the Owner:

GES A.06 - Site Data

GES C.55 - Field Installation, Calibration and Testing of Instruments

GES L.31 - Area Classification

GES L.35 - Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Areas

GES X.06 - Factory Coatings for Electrical Equipment and Instruments

1.3 Data Sheets

The technical data supplied by the Owner for the level instruments is given on the Data Sheets
which are included at the end of this specification. The Vendor/Contractor shall complete the
Data Sheets with the remaining information.

2.0 DEFINITIONS

2.1 Technical

The technical terms used in this specification are defined as follows:

Accuracy

A quantity specifying the maximum deviation of the measured value from the true value.

Repeatability

The variation between two measurements by the same instrument under identical conditions.

Hysteresis

The difference between the two arithmetic means of error for the same output when approached
from opposite directions, i.e. rising and falling.

Drift
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The maximum deviation of the mean of a value within a specified time at a constant input.

2.2 Contractual

The commercial terms used in this specification are defined as follows:

Owner

The oil and gas company, an associate or subsidiary, who is the end user of the equipment and
facilities.

Vendor

The company supplying the equipment and material.

Contractor

The main contractor for a defined piece of work.

Sub-Contractor

A company awarded a contract by a contractor to do part of the work awarded to the contractor.

Inspection Authority

The organisation representing the Owner or Vendor/Contractor that verifies that the equipment
and facilities have been designed, constructed, inspected and tested in accordance with the
requirements of this specification and the Purchase Order/Contract.

Inspector

A qualified individual representing the Owner, Vendor/Contractor or the assigned Inspection

Authority, who verifies that the equipment and facilities have been designed, constructed,
inspected and tested in accordance with the requirements of this specification and the Purchase
Order/Contract.

3.0 DESIGN

3.1 Codes and Standards

3.1.1 The level instruments manufactured to this specification shall conform to the following codes and
standards:

3.1.2 Unless specified otherwise in the Purchase Order/Contract the current editions of the Codes and
Standards at the time of the order shall be used.

ANSI B2.1 Pipe Threads (except Dryseal)

ANSI/UL 1203 Explosion-proof and Dust-ignition-proof Electrical Equipment

for use in Hazardous (Classified) Locations

API Manual of Petroleum Measurement Standards (MPM) -

Chapter 3.1A, 3.1B, Method of Gauging Petroleum and Petroleum Products

3.2 & 3.3 - Tank Gauging
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API RP 551 Process Measurement Instrumentation:
Installation Design and Practice

ASME B16.36 Steel Orifice Flanges

BS 5345 Selection, Installation and Maintenance of Electrical Apparatus in

Explosive Atmospheres

BS 6739 Instrumentation in Process Control Systems

IEC 60079 Electrical Apparatus for Explosive Atmospheres

IEC 60529 Classification of Degrees of Protection Provided by

Enclosures

ISA S12.1 Definitions and Information Pertaining to Electrical

Instruments in Hazardous Atmospheres

ISA S12.12 Non-incendive Electrical Equipment for use in Class I and II,
Division 2 and Class III, Divisions 1 and 2 Hazardous
(Classified) Locations

ISA RP 12.6 Wiring Practices for Hazardous (Classified) Locations

Instrumentation - Part 1 : Intrinsic Safety

NEMA 250 Enclosures for Electrical Equipment (1000 Volts Maximum)

3.2 General Requirements

3.2.1 Housings or Enclosures

(a) Instruments and devices shall be in suitable casings or enclosed so as to prevent

mechanical damage.

(b) Cases and enclosures for locally mounted instruments shall provide ingress protection to
IP 65 as defined in IEC 60529 or the NEMA 4 classification of NEMA 250.

(c) Instruments installed outside buildings and enclosures shall be shielded by sunshades.

3.2.2 Electrical

(a) Where relevant, all instruments involving the use of electrical power shall be selected to
be suitable for operation in hazardous areas. The hazardous areas shall be as defined in
GES L.31 and shall be shown on the site hazardous area drawing.

Where intrinsically safe transmitters are used with safety barriers, the characteristics of
the safety barrier shall be stated by the Vendor/Contractor to allow for the
interchangeability of transmitters with various types of receivers.
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(b) All instruments shall have terminal blocks for the termination of electrical signals and
supplies.

(c) The terminal blocks shall be non-hygroscopic and shall use captive screws. All metal
parts shall be either tinned or silver plated.

(d) The terminals shall be numbered and identified to indicate polarity, earth connections,
test connections and any other relevant information.

(e) Spring type terminals shall not be used.

(f) When installing terminal blocks in junction boxes, an adequate number of terminals shall
be provided so that the connection of more than one connector per terminal is avoided.

(g) All connectors for plug-in printed circuit boards shall be gold plated over nickel, over
copper.

(h) The size of the terminal block and screws shall be consistent with the wire size.

3.2.3 Performance Parameters

Transmitters, indicators and switches shall meet the following minimum performance
requirements:

- the accuracy shall be better than ± 0.25% of the calibrated span (unless otherwise stated);
- the hysteresis shall not exceed 0.1% of the calibrated span (unless otherwise stated);
- the repeatability shall be better than 0.1% of the span;
- the deadband shall not exceed 0.25% of span;
- the drift (over a six-month period) shall not exceed 0.25% of span;
- ambient temperature variations between 32°F and 122° (0°C and 50°C) shall not cause
changes greater than ± 0.2% of span for electronic sensors and ± 2.5% of span for
mechanical sensors;
- vibration at frequencies up to 200 Hz and amplitudes up to 0.024″ peak to peak, or for
acceleration up to 3 g (30 m/s2), whichever is the smaller, shall not cause a change of
reading which will exceed ± 0.2% of span for electronic sensors and ± 2.5% of span for
mechanical sensors;
- radio frequency interference in the range of 27 MHz to 500 MHz at field intensity of 10
V/m shall not cause a change of more than 1% of span.

3.3 Level Measuring Instruments

3.3.1 Displacer Level Instruments

(a) External displacer level instruments shall normally be used for process measurements
where the range does not exceed 48″ (1200 mm).

(b) Internal displacer type instruments are only acceptable for applications on process vessels
or tanks operating at atmospheric pressure, or where temporary equipment shutdown for
instrument servicing is possible without affecting the plant operation.

(c) Vessel connections for level instruments shall be 2″ NPS flanged minimum with a rating
to suit the vessel specification (ANSI Class 300 minimum). Figure 1 shows a typical
installation.

(d) The displacer chamber flange shall be 4″ NPS, with the flange rating to suit vessel
specification.
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(e) Where the displacer chamber has side connections, ¾″ NPT plugs shall be provided in
the top and/or bottom for a vent and/or drain.

(f) Displacer instruments shall be furnished with rotatable head construction.

(g) Finned extensions shall be used for temperatures in excess of 400°F (200°C).

(h) The difference between the liquid and gas/vapour density should be taken into account in
the instrument specification. For liquid interface measurements, special attention shall be
paid to the diameter of the displacer, especially when the difference in densities is small.

3.3.2 Differential Pressure Level Instruments

(a) Differential pressure level instruments shall normally be applied where the level range is
in excess of 48″ or:

- on high pressure services;

- where the liquid is very viscous and/or highly corrosive;
- where flashing and/or vibration may occur;
- where solids may settle in the displacer chamber.

(b) The normal method shall be by the use of differential pressure transmitters. Refer to
Figure 2 for a typical application.

(c) Bubbler tubes, together with pressure transmitters, may be used where the possibility
exists of blockages in the lines to the differential pressure transmitters. Bubbler tubes
shall not be used on closed or pressurised vessels. The level measurement in a liquid
sulphur tank could be a typical bubbler type application. Refer to Figure 3 for a basic
installation.

(d) Bubbler tubes shall be sized to ensure that errors do not occur due to the pressure drop
resulting from the gas flow.

(e) The bubbler tubes shall be installed so that sediment does not block the open end and be
secured so as to withstand turbulence or mechanical strain.

(f) The differential pressure transmitters shall normally be of the same type as those selected
for flow measurements.

(g) Range elevation for dry leg or suppression for wet leg shall be applied as required by the
application. The required values shall be specified in inches (mm) water gauge.

(h) Level transmitters used in applications where the process fluid is corrosive or otherwise
hazardous shall be isolated by means of diaphragm seals.

(i) Differential pressure transmitters in level applications shall generate an increasing output
signal with an increasing level.
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3.3.3 Nucleonic (Radioactive) Level Gauges

(a) Nucleonic level gauges based on the absorption of the gamma rays emitted by a
radioactive source shall be confined only to level measurements of abrasive or corrosive
materials in a high pressure or temperature environment, e.g. re-generation of reactor
catalyst.

The amount of absorption for a given material is normally a function of the density of the
material and the path length through the material. Figure 4 gives an example of a typical
installation arrangement.

(b) Use of devices containing radioactive material shall require the written approval of the
Owner. The radioactive source shall not be installed until plant commissioning.

(c) Each installation shall be designed and installed in accordance with the
Vendor/Contractor's recommendations, such that the radiation dose rate, at all accessible
points, does not exceed the requirements of the relevant National Regulations (7.5 micro
sievert/hr in the UK).

3.3.4 Capacitance Probes

(a) The capacitance probes operate by measurement of the variation in capacitance between
two electrodes when the dielectric between the electrode changes due to level changes.
Figure 5 gives an example of a typical installation arrangement.

(b) The probe shall be matched to the process medium involved and the process parameters.

(c) Where the vessel is an electrical conductor and the material being measured is an
insulator, a plain sensing element shall be used. If the material being measured is an
electrical conductor, an insulated element shall be used with the material replacing the
tank as the outer plate.

(d) The selection of the capacitance probe shall be carefully reviewed by the Owner for a
particular application, due to its independence on temperature and pressure.

(e) If a change in dielectric is anticipated, a dual element probe shall be used to compensate
for any change in dielectric.

(f) Compensation for deposits and probe coating shall be considered.

(g) Capacitance detectors/transmitters shall normally be mounted directly on the probe,

however, a remote mounted detector may be considered where warranted by the
application.

(h) The probe circuits shall allow the programming of two level points for high and low safe
limits.

(i) Probe circuits shall be intrinsically safe.

3.3.5 Ultrasonic Level Gauges

(a) Ultrasonic gauges may be used where contact with the process medium is undesirable,
e.g. level measurements in oil interceptors.

(b) The gauge shall operate by measuring the time between the transmission of a sound
pulse, and its receipt at the transmitter location after reflection from the fluid surface.
Figure 6 gives an example of a typical installation arrangement.
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(c) Ultrasonic gauges normally have a "dead" region (in the order of 2 to 4 ft (600 to 1200
mm)) immediately after the transmitter. The limit of this region shall be stated by the
Vendor/Contractor, and shall be allowed for in the application.

(d) The application factors shall be carefully reviewed by the Vendor/Contractor when using
ultrasonic probes, since the velocity of sound is dependent on temperature, relative
humidity and concentrations of gas and vapour. Where fluctuations of temperature occur,
it may be necessary to include a temperature compensation probe.

(e) Care shall be taken during installation to ensure that no obstruction exists between the
transmitter and the face of the liquid.

(f) Ultrasonic level gauges are sensitive to electrical fields and shall not be installed close to
electric motors, relays, electric generators, or other electrical equipment.

3.4 Level Switches

(a) External float chamber level switches shall be used wherever possible. Figure 7 shows a
typical installation arrangement.

(b) Process connections for level switches shall be a minimum of 1" (25mm) flanged.
Isolating, vent and drain valves shall be provided.

(c) The use of internal level switches shall only be considered when the required switch point
is known at the design stage and the vessel can be depressurised and emptied for
instrument maintenance during plant operation, or that the switch has a non-essential
function.

(d) Where internal mounting is used, means shall be provided of constraining the float (by
cage, stilling well or wire anchor) to prevent the float from blocking nozzles if detached.

(e) Each switch shall be directly connected to the associated monitoring equipment. Series
or parallel connection in the field is not permitted.

(f) Switch contacts shall be hermetically sealed, double pole double throw. Mercury
switches shall not be permitted.

(g) Two switches shall be provided in each switch housing.

(h) Switch ratings shall be specified in accordance with the instrument supply in use,
normally
24 V DC, 1 amp. It is not recommended that process switches be used directly to switch
heavy loads, but where switches are used for the direct control of heavy duty electrical
devices, then the switches shall be suitable for the relevant voltage and current.

(i) Capacitance type switches shall have an adjustable deadband and adjustable time delay.
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3.5 Level Gauges (Sight Glasses)

(a) Gauges shall be specified with the following visible lengths only:

- 7" (200 mm)

- 12" (320 mm)
- 17¼" (438 mm)
- 26" (679 mm)
- 40" (1038 mm)
- 55" (1397 mm)

(b) The visible length of the level gauge shall cover the extremities of the liquid level
measurement expected of all associated controls and switches.

(c) The gauges shall be located so that the levels are clearly visible to personnel, either
standing at grade or on a fixed platform, and from any associated level instrument or
equipment.

(d) When two or more gauges are required to cover the required level range, they shall be
installed so that the visible lengths overlap by at least 2″ (50 mm). Each gauge shall be
independently connected to the vessel.

(e) Reflex type gauges shall be used on all services with the exception of:

- interfaces between two liquids;

- heavy distillates (> 25 API), crudes and residues;
- liquids that contain gum, sediment or other solid materials.

(f) Double plate through vision (transparent) gauges shall be used for the interface between
different liquids.

(g) Glass gauges shall not be used for process applications other than low pressure cold
water services below 50 psig (350 kPa) and steam condensate service below 17 psig (120
kPa). The gauges shall be protected by wire protectors and shall be identified as being of
glass.

(h) All gauges shall have a rating equal to or greater than the vessel design pressure. The
gauge shall be stamped with the maximum working pressure and temperature.

(i) Gauge lighting shall be provided at the gauge so that the level can be seen at all times.
Transparent gauges shall be specified with integral illumination. The lighting shall be
suitable for the hazardous area classification.

(j) Gauge cocks (with built-in velocity checks) shall be used for all services, unless the
viscosity of the liquid precludes their use. Gauge cocks shall be of the offset type with
union bonnet and ¾" NPT process connections. The body shall be forged steel and the
ball check, plunger seat and valve stem shall be stainless steel. Drain connections shall
be ½″ NPT.

(k) Isolating block valves shall be installed adjacent to the stand-pipe or the vessel.
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3.6 Level Transmitters

(a) Displacer type level transmitters may be either electronic or pneumatic, although
electronic is preferred. Pneumatic transmitters/controllers shall normally be specified for
local loops only.

(b) Pneumatic level transmitters shall have an output signal pressure range of 3 to 15 psig (20
to 100 kPa) corresponding to 0% and 100% of the range respectively. The transmitter
shall be suitable for an air supply pressure of 18 to 20 psig (125 to 140 kPa).

(c) Electronic transmitters shall have an output signal range of 4 to 20 mA corresponding to

0% and 100% of the range respectively.

The transmitter shall operate on a two wire system and be capable of delivering the rated
current to an external load of between 0 and 600 ohms when connected to a loop power
supply of
24 V DC. The use of digital transmission systems shall require the approval of the
Owner.

3.7 Tank Gauges

(a) Atmospheric tank level measurements shall be by float, servo-assisted displacer,

hydrostatic or radar type gauges.

(b) Tank gauges shall be fitted with a locally mounted read-out at ground level.

(c) Tank gauges for local indication only shall generally be of the float and tape type.

(d) Automatic tank gauges for custody transfer or inventory measurement shall be either float
or servo assisted displacer operated and shall be specified in accordance with the
requirements of API MPM. They shall be capable of a measurement accuracy of better
than _″ (3 mm) as per API MPM.

Automatic tank gauges for inventory measurement shall always be mounted on a stilling
well which shall be secured at the base of the tank.

Automatic tank gauges shall be constructed so that remote transmission of the reading
can be added without emptying the tank or making major changes to the original
equipment.

(e) Displacer type gauges capable of measuring liquid density may be used for the detection
of tank liquid interfaces, e.g. oil/water.

(f) Radar gauges shall be used where contact with the stored product is to be avoided, e.g.
viscous liquids such as bitumen or corrosive chemicals. Care must be taken to eliminate
the effects of stray reflections from the tank structure.

(g) Hydrostatic (pressure) type gauges may be used where a measurement of the mass of the
tank contents is required. Volumetric measurement will require the addition of density
meter(s). A combination of displacer and hydrostatic type measurements may be used
where a continuous determination of density is required.

(h) Two independent gauges shall be provided for pressurised vessels, e.g. LPG spheres.
Each gauge shall preferably be of a different type.

(i) Gauges on pressurised vessels shall have a means of isolation by a ball valve to allow for
calibration and maintenance. Where displacer type gauges are used, the ball valve shall
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be sized to allow for the complete withdrawal of the displacer through the valve.

A water chamber, with a viewing port, shall be provided between the ball valve and
gauge to allow for the calibration of servo driven displacer gauges.

(j) Temperature indication shall be provided on all tanks and vessels. Where remote
indication is required, resistance temperature detectors shall be used. The overall
accuracy of the temperature measurement system shall be ± 1°F (± 0.6°C).

(k) Heated or refrigerated tanks shall have a local temperature measurement installed near the
bottom of each tank in close proximity to the remote measurement point.

(l) Single point measurements may be used for unheated tanks provided that the product is
of low viscosity (< 36 centistokes). For other applications and where density
stratification can occur, averaging temperature measurements shall be used.

(m) The thermowells for single point temperature sensors shall be at least 5 ft (1.5 m) from
the base for crude oil tanks, and at least 3.3 ft (1.0 m) for petroleum product tanks.

(p) A temperature detector consisting of fixed multiple resistance elements shall be included
into the tank gauging system where the average temperature is required. The temperature
convertor shall be built into the tank head and use solid state or hermetically sealed
selector contacts.

(q) Unless otherwise specified by the Owner, the tank gauge may be used to generate low
level trips. The gauge shall have a separate integral switch for this function.

(r) High level trip switches, independent of the level measuring system, shall be installed on
each tank. Gauge switches shall not be used for trip functions but may be used to
generate high level pre-alarms.

4.0 MATERIALS

4.1 General Requirements

4.1.1 Materials for the pressure containing parts shall be compatible with the piping class.

4.1.2 External displacer chambers shall have, as a minimum, the same corrosion allowance as that
specified for the process piping.

4.1.3 All welded connections using carbon steel shall be heat treated after welding.

4.1.4 The displacer shall be manufactured from ANSI Type 304 or 316 SS. Porcelain displacers may
also be specified.

4.1.5 All parts exposed to the atmosphere shall be resistant to the atmospheric conditions existing in the
process area. Cadmium plating shall not be used.

4.1.6 All parts exposed to the process fluid shall be resistant to the corrosive properties of that fluid.
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4.1.7 No copper or copper bearing alloys shall be used in contact with process fluids or in locations
where exposure to sour gases (containing sulphur compounds) may occur.

4.1.8 Low melting point materials (e.g. brass and aluminium) are unacceptable for instrument body
construction. Such materials may be used in component construction where the design inherently
limits the possibility of a leakage of process fluid on the complete loss of the low melting point
materials.

5.0 MANUFACTURE

5.1 Certification and Labelling

5.1.1 All hazardous area electrical/electronic instruments shall be certified and approved by an
internationally recognised certifying authority. Recognised certifying authorities are listed in ISA
S12.1. In general, electrical/electronic instruments shall be approved for use in Class I, Division
1, Group C and D hazardous locations.

5.1.2 The identification number of each instrument shall be clearly marked on a stainless steel
nameplate, permanently fastened (not bonded) to the instrument in a clearly visible position. The
label shall also contain the following information:

- Vendor/Contractor's name, model and serial number;

- the protection concept, testing standard and certificate number where the instrument is
certified for use in a hazardous area;
- electrical data (where applicable).
- the pressure rating of pressure retaining parts (applicable to thermowells, etc).

5.1.3 The instrument tag number identification plate shall be separate from the manufacturer's
nameplate.

6.0 INSTALLATION

6.1 Typical Installation Drawings

Figure 7 - Displacer Level Instruments

Figure 8 - Differential Pressure Transmitter - Bubble Tube
Figure 9 - Level Switch (Ball Type)

6.2 Location and Accessibility

6.2.1 All instruments shall be easily accessible for servicing or removal so that work can be carried out
without danger to personnel. Attention shall be paid to the possibility of accidents such as burns,
falls, etc. Under normal circumstances, the highest part of the instrument installation to which
access is required for maintenance, shall not exceed a distance of 5 ft (1.5 m) from the ground or
the nearest platform.

6.2.2 Sufficient space shall be provided around all instruments to allow for installation and maintenance.

6.2.3 Locally mounted level gauges shall be located so that they can be easily read from associated
equipment, e.g. control valves and pumps.
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6.2.4 Field mounted devices, e.g. transmitters shall not be mounted on lines or equipment subject to
vibration. In such cases, wherever possible, the device shall be mounted on a pedestal.

6.2.5 Differential pressure transmitters on low pressure or atmospheric applications shall normally be
located below or level with the vessel take-off points (Figure 8).

6.2.6 Transmitters on bubble tube systems shall be located above the take-off points (Figure 8).

6.3 Vessel Connections

6.3.1 For services of ANSI Class 600 pressure rating or lower, and for temperatures of up to 1000°F
(540°C), a block valve shall be installed in each instrument take-off line as close as possible to the
vessel. The take-off connection, including the block valve, shall conform to the vessel
specification.

Take-off connections at pressures and temperatures above these values shall include double "block
and bleed" valves with a ½" NPS bleed valve. The bleed valve shall be a globe valve. The vessel
specification shall apply up to and including the second block valve.

6.3.2 Separate process take-off connections shall be provided for each instrument.

6.3.3 Connections to the vessel bottom and vessel top shall be avoided, wherever possible, to reduce the
possibility of blocking the take-off connection.

6.3.4 Where bottom connections have to be used, the bottom connection shall extend at least 3" (75
mm) into the vessel.

6.3.5 Displacer type and externally mounted float level gauges shall normally be directly connected by
2" (50 mm) flange connection to the vessel block valves.

6.3.6 The connection piping between the take off block valve and a differential pressure transmitter
shall be carried out in ½" NPS ANSI Type 304 or 316 SS cold drawn, annealed, seamless,
stainless steel tubing. The tubing shall be supported every 4 ft (1.25 m) on horizontal runs and 8 ft
(2.5 m) on vertical runs.

6.4 Instrument Process Connections

6.4.1 Connections shall be made using stainless steel compression fittings with double stainless steel
ferrules.

6.4.2 Differential pressure transmitters shall be mounted on a stainless steel manifold to which the
process connections shall be made. The manifold shall include two isolating valves, an equalising
valve and drain/vent valves.

6.4.3 If the instrument connection is smaller than the connecting piping, then the connecting piping shall
be reduced at the instrument. If the connecting piping is smaller than the process connection, then
the reduction shall take place immediately after the block valve.

6.4.4 All connections shall be self-draining and in general be run with a minimum slope of 1" per foot
run (25mm per 300mm run) (1:12). The slope shall be down from the process connection in the
case liquids, steam and condensibles, and up from the process connection in the case of gases.

6.4.5 Provision shall be made wherever possible, for the checking and calibration of level gauges and
switches, without their removal from the plant.

6.4.6 All fittings shall be arranged to allow the easy removal of the instrument.
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7.0 INSPECTION

7.1 Procedures

7.1.1 Factory inspection of standard instruments at the Vendor/Contractor's premises shall not normally
be required.

7.1.2 Factory inspection may be required if the available documentation is insufficient to establish
materials of construction, weight, dimensions and process connections.

7.1.3 The Vendor/Contractor shall ensure that internal inspection is carried out in accordance with the
Vendor/Contractor's quality plan.

7.1.4 All instruments shall be checked for conformity to the Purchase Order/Contract and for damage
immediately on receipt at site. The instrument labelling shall also be checked.

7.1.5 All instruments for installation in hazardous areas shall be checked to ensure the suitability of the
protection for the relevant area classification.

7.1.6 All instruments shall be checked to ensure that vents, breathers and drains are free from paint or
other coatings.

7.2 Tagging

The Vendor/Contractor shall check that all instruments and instrument components are correctly
labelled or marked.

8.0 TESTING

8.1 Factory Testing

8.1.1 Witnessed factory testing of level instrumentation at the Vendor/Contractor's premises shall not
normally be required. The Vendor/Contractor shall supply the results of internal testing and
instrument calibration certificates.

8.1.2 Witnessed testing may be required only if:

- the instrument has undergone major modification to meet specific requirements;

- the instrument is a new model;
- the Vendor/Contractor is a newly qualified manufacturer;
- the instrument cannot easily be tested at site, e.g. tank gauges.

8.2 Field Testing

Instruments shall be tested and calibrated in a fully equipped workshop before installation. All
tests shall simulate, as far as is reasonably practicable, the design process conditions. Reference
shall be made to GES C.55.
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9.0 DOCUMENTATION

9.1 Introduction

This section covers the documentation required for the design, fabrication, inspection and testing
of level instruments.

The detailed list of documents that are required is attached to the Purchase Order/Contract.
However, as a minimum the following listed documents shall be provided by the
Vendor/Contractor:

- General Arrangement Drawings.

- Operating and Maintenance Manual.
- Instrument Termination and Hook-up Details.
- Instrument Data Sheets.
- Hazardous Area Certificates.
- Letters of Conformity.

9.2 Schedules and Reports

The Vendor/Contractor shall supply a schedule showing the documents for review and approval,
proposed sub-contractors and material procurement, and a production/fabrication programme.

The Vendor/Contractor shall submit his Quality Control Plan at the start of the contract.

9.3 Manuals

The Vendor/Contractor shall supply installation details and operation and maintenance manuals
before delivery of the instruments.

9.4 Use in Hazardous Areas

Certificates covering the use of each instrument in hazardous areas shall be provided by the
Vendor/Contractor.

Where intrinsically safe transmitters are used with safety barriers, the characteristics of the safety
barrier shall be stated by the Vendor/Contractor to allow for the interchangeability of transmitters
with various types of receivers.

9.5 Calculations

All calculations, e.g. suppression and elevation data shall be supplied to the Owner and become
the property of the Owner.

10.0 PRIOR TO SHIPMENT

10.1 Painting and Coatings

10.1.1 Painting and protective coatings shall take into account the methods of transport to be used (e.g.
desk cargo). External painting of instrument housings shall be corrosion resistant and suitable
against salt air conditions.

10.1.2 Surface preparation, painting and painting materials shall be in accordance with GES X.01.

10.1.3 Vendor/Contractor's standard painting and coating systems may be acceptable subject to the
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Owner's approval, provided they are equal or better to the Owner's standards specified in GES
X.06 and are equally suitable for the site environmental conditions specified in GES A.06.

10.2 Spares

The Vendor/Contractor shall submit with his proposal, a priced list of recommended spares for
start-up and two year's operation.

10.3 Packing

10.3.1 All instruments shall be sealed in heavy duty reusable plastic and securely packaged and protected
against external damage, e.g. to gauge glasses or housings.

10.3.2 Machined or threaded exterior surfaces shall be protected during shipment and subsequent storage
with a rust preventer which is easily removed with a petroleum solvent.

10.3.3 Threaded end or socket welding end connections shall be fitted with metal, wood or plastic plugs
or caps.

10.3.4 Flanges shall be protected over the entire flange surface by protectors which are securely attached
to the flange.

10.3.5 Electronic items shall be suitably protected so as to prevent the ingress of moisture. The
protection shall include the use of desiccants.

10.4 Shipping

The instruments shall not leave the Vendor/Contractor's works for shipment until the release has
been signed by the Owner's Inspector.

10.5 Warranty

10.5.1 The Vendor/Contractor shall warrant all materials and services supplied against any defect for a
minimum of twelve (12) months after commissioning or twenty-four (24) months from the date of
delivery to site, whichever is the shorter period, or the period stipulated in the Purchase
Order/Contract.

10.5.2 Should any item be found defective, the Vendor/Contractor shall be responsible for all costs
associated with restoring the equipment to the standard specified by the Purchase Order/Contract.
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LEVEL SWITCHES
P.O. / CONTRACT No.
CLIENT
PLANT LOCATION SHEET 1 of 1
SERVICE ITEM No. No. of UNITS

VENDOR / CONTRACTOR
1 GENERAL
2 Tag No.
3 P & ID
4 Service
5 Vessel / Line No.
6 Manufacturer
7 Model No.
8 Hazardous Area Classification
9 Type of Protection
10 Degree of Protection
11
12 PROCESS DATA
13 Service
14 Upper Liquid
15 Lower Liquid
16 SP. GR. Upper Lower
17 Press. Norm. Max
18 Temp. Norm.
19 Temp. Max Min
20 Min SP. GR.
21 Sour Ser. (To NACE MR0175)
22 Duty / Interface
23 BODY
24 Material
25 Top. Connection Location
26 Bottom. Connection Location
27 Case Mounting
28 Conn. Flgd Size ANSI Class
29 & Type
30 Flange Finish
31 Vent Drain Connections
32
33 FLOAT / DISPLACER
34 Material
35 Type Dimensions
36 Extension Air Fin
37 Rod Material Length
38
39 SWITCH
40 Type
41 Qty. Form
42 Enclosure
43 Electrical Entry / Thread
44 Rating Volts Amps.
45 Load Type
46 Diff. Fixed Adjust.
47 Adjust. Int. Ext.
48 On Rising/Falling Level Contacts
49 Vendor Model No. for Switch
50
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ULTRASONIC LEVEL INSTRUMENTS

P.O. / CONTRACT No.
CLIENT
PLANT LOCATION SHEET 1 of 2
SERVICE ITEM No. No. of UNITS

VENDOR / CONTRACTOR
1 GENERAL
2 Tag No.
3 Service
4 P & ID No.
5 Line No./Vessel No./Equip No.
6 Application
7 Hazardous Area Classification
8 Type of Protection
9 Degree of Protection
10 Manufacturer
11 Model No.
12
13 PROCESS DATA
14 Upper Fluid
15 Dielectric Constant
16 Lower Fluid
17 Dielectric Constant
18 Pressure Max Normal
19 Temp. Max Normal
20 Material build up
21 Vibration
22
23 PROBE
24 Type
25 Orientation
26 Style
27 Material
28 Sheath
29 Insertion Length
30 Inactive Length
31 Gland Size & Material
32 Entry Size / Thread
33
34 AMPLIFIER
35 Location
36 Enclosure
37 Electrical Entry Size / Thread
38 Power Supply
39
40 SWITCH
41 Type
42 Quantity and Form
43 Rating: Volts / Hz / or DC
44 AMPS
45 Load Type
46 Contacts Open On Incr.
47 Close Level Decr.
48
49
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P.O. / CONTRACT No.
CLIENT
PLANT LOCATION SHEET 2 of 2
SERVICE ITEM No. No. of UNITS

VENDOR / CONTRACTOR
1 TRANSMITTER
2 Output
3 Range
4 Adjustments
5
6 OPTIONS
7 Temp. Compensation Probe
8 Compensation Cable
9 Local Indicator
10 I/P Transducer
11 Signal Lights
12
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14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
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LEVEL GAUGES
P.O. / CONTRACT No.
CLIENT
PLANT LOCATION SHEET 1 of 2
SERVICE ITEM No. No. of UNITS

VENDOR / CONTRACTOR
1 GENERAL
2 Tag No.
3 Vessel No.
4 Vessel Spec.
5 Service
6 P & ID No.
7 Manufacturer
8 Model No.
9
10 PROCESS DATA
11 Process Fluid ( Upper )
12 Process Fluid ( Lower )
13 Sour Service (NACE MR-01-75)
14 Pressure Normal Design
15 Temp. Normal Design
16 Colour of Fluid ( Upper )
17 Colour of Fluid ( Lower )
18
19 GAUGE GLASS
20 Type Assembled
21 Overall Length
22 Visible Length
23 Number of Sections
24 Body Material
25 Pressure Rating at Temp. of
26 Proc. Connection Arrangement
27 Equipment Connection Size
28 Centre Connections
29 Heating / Insulation
30
31 SHUT-OFF VALVE
32 Type
Off Set / Straight
33 (Internal Thread Quick Close)
34 Body Material
35 Trim Material
36 Pressure Rating
37 Process Equipment Connection
38 Gauge Connection
39 Ball Check
40 Drain Connections
41 Vent Connections
42 Centre to Centre Distance
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
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 DATA SHEET No.

LEVEL GAUGES
P.O. / CONTRACT No.
CLIENT
PLANT LOCATION SHEET 2 of 2
SERVICE ITEM No. No. of UNITS

VENDOR / CONTRACTOR
1 ELECT. ILLUMINATOR
2 Hazardous Area Classification
3 Type of Protection
4 Degree of Protection
5 Electrical Entry Size / Thread
6 Voltage / Rating
7 Body Material
8 JB / Conduit / Cable
9
10 OPTIONS
11 Illuminator
12 Mica Shield
13 Internal Tube
14 External Jacket
15 Non-Frost Blocks
16 Calibrated Scale
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
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LEVEL CONTROLLERS
P.O. / CONTRACT No.
CLIENT
PLANT LOCATION SHEET 1 of 1
SERVICE ITEM No. No. of UNITS

VENDOR / CONTRACTOR
1 GENERAL
2 Tag No.
3 P & ID
4 Service
5 Vessel No.
6 Manufacturer
7 Model No.
8 Hazardous Area Classification
9 Type of Protection
10 Degree of Protection
11 PROCESS DATA
12 Upper Liquid
13 Lower Liquid
14 SP. GR. Upper Lower
15 Press. Norm. Max
16 Temp. Norm. Max Min
17 Sour Ser. (To NACE MR-01-75)
18
19 BODY
20 Material
21 Top. Connection Location
22 Bottom. Connection Location
23 Conn. Flgd Size ANSI Class
24 & Type
25 Flange Finish
26 Case Mounting
27 Flange Orientation Left Right Left Right Left Right Left Right Left Right
28 Rotatable Head Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
29 Vent Drain Connections
30
31 FLOAT / DISPLACER
32 Material
33 Diameter Length
34 Torque Tube Material
35 Extension Air Fin
36 CONTROLLER
37 Model
38 Proportional Reset
39 Output
40 On Level Incr. Output
41 Electrical Entry & thread
42 TRANSMITTER
43 Model No.
44 Output
45 Power Supply
46 Receiver on Sheet No.
47 ACCESSORIES
48 Filter Regulator
49 Purge Connections
50 Tubing Size & Type
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TANK GAUGE
P.O. / CONTRACT No.
CLIENT
PLANT LOCATION SHEET 1 of 1
SERVICE ITEM No. No. of UNITS

VENDOR / CONTRACTOR
1 PROCESS DETAILS 51 LEVEL INSTRUMENT DETAILS
2 Tag No. 52 Measurement Required Innage / Ullage
3 Service 53 Interface Detection Yes / No
4 P & ID No. 54 Gauge Manufacturer
5 Tank No. 55 Model Number Gauge
6 Tank Type Fixed Roof / Floating Roof 56 Type of Instrument Tape / Servo / Radar /
7 Tank Nozzle No. Level Temp. 57 Hyd Static / Hybrid
8 Flange Type Gauge Temp. 58 Range
9 Flange Rating Gauge Temp. 59 Gauge Housing Material
10 Flange Size Gauge Temp. 60 Float / Displacer Material
11 Flange Material Gauge Temp. 61 Displacer Wire Material
12 62 Displacer Speed
13 Isolating Ball Valve By Purchaser / Vendor / No 63 Float / Displacer Size
14 Valve Body Material 64 Accuracy ± %
15 Valve Trim Material 65 Repeatability ± %
16 Distance to Top of Valve 66 Hysteresis ± %
17 Calibration Adapter 67 Output Signal
18 Vlv Flange Rating / Conn 68 Signal Type
19 Stillwell Size and Design 69 Local Indicator Tank Top / Tank Bottom /
20 Operating Pressure PSIG 70 Both
21 Operating Temp Deg F 71 Indicators Details
22 Design Pressure PSIG 72 Remote Indicator
23 Design Temp Deg F 73 Units Feet / Inches
24 74 Network Protocol
25 Top Fluid Density 75 Power supply
26 Bottom Fluid Density 76 Hazardous Area / Gas Group Zone Gas Group
27 Top Fluid Viscosity 77 Temp. Classification T
28 Bottom Fluid Viscosity 78 Type of Protection EEx
29 79 EEx 'E' for Junction Boxes
30 TEMPERATURE INSTRUMENT DETAILS 80 Degree of Protection IP
31 Temp Measurement Spot / Multi Element 81 Electrical Connections Gauge M
32 Thermowell Details 82 Indicators M
33 Thermowell Material 83 Network
34 Connection and Rating 84
35 Element Type RTD to Accuracy 85 Independent Alarms Yes/No/Integral/By Others
36 Segment Type 86 Number of Alarms Lo / LoLo / Hi / HiHi /
37 Number of Segments 87 Travel End SW
38 Reference Segment 88 Number of Limit S/W's
39 Temp Selector 89 Limit S/W Rating
40 Electrical Connections 90 Special Cable Length
41 91
42 92 NOTES
43 93
44 94
45 95
46 96
47 97
48 98
49 99
50 100
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