Refrigerant Recovery &

Chemical Use Journal

FOR SHIPBOARD REFERENCE

Reliability. Performance. Compliance.

Where you need it. When you need it.
Refrigerant Recovery And Chemical Use Journal
For Shipboard Reference

This journal has been expanded to include refrigerants. The refrigerant section was added in order
to comply with the new IMO regulations on refrigerants.

The journal can be used by ship’s staff to verify that delivered products are properly labeled,
stored, and that a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is available onboard. In addition, the journal
can be used to record current onboard inventory where material is stored, the location of MSDS
and product data sheets, the identity of product users, and the history of handling and use.

When used, stored and disposed of safely, Drew Marine products and services add to the quality
of shipboard life. When used improperly, they can be hazardous to the crew and the environment.
You can be sure when you purchase products from Drew Marine, you are dealing with a reliable
world leader in technical solutions.

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Guidelines For Refrigerant Management

In the 1980’s, various international and national initiatives were introduced to reduce the impact
of refrigerant emissions to the atmosphere. The United Nations Environmental Program (UNEP)
coordinated the preliminary activity, commonly referred to as the Montreal Protocol.

Twenty years later, the fundamental recommendations and regulations from this agency have
been accepted by more than 100 nations. In addition, IMO has recognized the compelling need
to harmonize international maritime regulations with the Montreal Protocol and the benchmarking
legislation of the European Union, the United States, and other nations.

IMO recognizes hydro chlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) refrigerants as ozone-depleting substances.

In support of the IMO position, MARPOL Annex VI requires specific management of R22 use in
ships’ air-conditioning and refrigeration systems. In particular, ships must eliminate the possibility
of R22 emissions as a normal course of operation. Preventative maintenance including leak de-
tection and repair must be conducted on a documented, regular schedule. The on-hand refrigerant
inventory must be recorded, additions of refrigerant recorded, and system repairs performed at the
earliest practical opportunity.

IMO regulations require that a ship utilizing R22 must possess the “know-how” to operate:
• A leak detector
• A recovery machine
• A log book to record refrigerant inventory and consumption

Note that many individual flag-state, port-state and classification society rules are more rigorous
concerning the breadth of refrigerants covered by regulation and the scope of equipment required.
Additionally, there are economic initiatives that warrant the practical recovery of hydro fluorocar-
bon (HFC) and refrigerants. Drew Marine strongly recommends the recovery and reclamation of
all halogenated refrigerants.

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Refrigerant Recovery Equipment

Drew Marine offers a complete line of refrigerant recovery equipment that features reliability and
efficiency at economical prices. Drew Marine also coordinates a recovery/reclamation program in
selected ports. This program, along with industry-side conservation, allows for a smooth transition
from chlorine-containing refrigerants like R22 to R404A or R407C with minimum disruption.

Contact your local Drew Marine representative for more information.

Refrigerant Technical Information

A-22 A-134a A-404A A-507 A-407C A-410A A-23
CHEMICAL FORMULA CHCIF2 CF3CHF Blend Blend Blend Blend CHF3
CYLINDER
Capacity (Water) (Liters) 56.0 56.0 56.0 56.0 56.0 56.0 10.0
Typical Weight KG (LB)
Gross w/ valve and cap 76.8 (169) 76.8 (169) 64.8 (143) 64.8 (143) 71.8 (158) 71.3 (158) 24.2 (53)
Net 57.0 (125) 57.0 (125) 45.0 (100) 45.0 (100) 52.0 (115) 45.0 (100) 8.2 (15)
Empty 23.8 (52.5) 23.8 (52.5) 23.8 (52.5) 23.8 (52.5) 23.8 (52.5) 23.8 (52.5) 16 (35)
Dimensions (MM)
Diameter 256 256 256 256 256 256 170
Height with cap/ valve 1370 1370 1370 1370 1370 1370 700
Color Light Green Sky Blue Bright Orange Teal Burnt Orange Rose Grey
Cylinder Approval-DOT 4BA/BW300 4BA/BW300 4BA/BW300 4BA/BW300 4BA/BW300 4BA/BW300 3AA2015
VALVE
Outlet Connection CGA 668 CGA 668 CGA 668 CGA 668 CGA 668 CGA 668 CGA 320
Type 1.030”x14 1.030”x14 1.030”x14 1.030”x14 1.030”x14 1.030”x14 0.825”x14RH
NGO NGO NGO NGO NGO NGO EXT
Liquid/Vapor Liquid/Vapor Liquid/Vapor Liquid/Vapor Liquid/Vapor Liquid/Vapor Vapor
REFRIGERANT
Nominal Purity 99.8% 99.8% 99.8% 99.8% 99.8% 99.8% 99%
Stability Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Toxicity Very Low Very Low Very Low Very Low Very Low Very Low Very Low

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Recovery Cylinder Use
I. Equipment Required
• Drew Marine recovery cylinder, PCN 652090.
• Drew Marine recovery system, PCN 882036 or 882044, or equal.
• Floor Scale, PCN 129511.
• Three (3) refrigerant hoses, Drew PCN 700014, 701012, 702010, or equal.
• Drew marine refrigerant valve adapters, PCN 655011, or equal.

Optional, but strongly recommended

• In-line filter-dryer, if sever oil or water contamination is suspected, or in the case of hermetic
equipment, motor burnout has occurred.
• In-line sight glass, if significant quantity of liquid refrigerant (greater than 20 kg) can be
recovered directly from the receiver-condenser-chiller.

II. Description of Drew Marine Recovery Cylinder

The Drew Marine 56-liter recovery cylinder is similar in appearance to normal refrigerant cylinders.
The recovery cylinder is painted gray with a yellow shoulder.
The recovery cylinder differs from the normal refrigerant cylinder in several ways:
• The manufacturing specification is DOT 4BW 400 rather than the more familiar DOT 4BW 300.
This indicates the cylinder’s working pressure is 400 psig (28 bar) rather than 300 psig (22 bar).
• The cylinder top valve has two outlets for the simultaneous use of both the liquid and gas
phase connections.

The higher pressure rating allows recovery of refrigerants at the higher temperatures that may be seen
following refrigerant compression. The two connections in the top valve allow the withdrawal of gas
pressure in the cylinder while liquid or condensing vapor phase refrigerant is added through the liquid
connection.

III. Process Description

Note: The recovery of refrigerants can vary worldwide and may be subject to local government
regulations. Ensure that you know and understand these regulations before operating any
recovery system.

A. Recovery of Liquid Refrigerant

If the disabled refrigeration or air-conditioning system contains more than 5 kg of refrigerant, and has a
connection through which this liquid may be withdrawn, refer to drawing 1.

The liquid fitting on the disable unit is connected to the liquid connection on the recovery cylinder.

The vapor connection is connected to the inlet of the recovery machine. The recovery machine outlet
is connected to the vapor side of the disabled unit.

Ensure that the recovery cylinder is placed on a scale to avoid overfilling. The maximum capacity of
the Drew Marine recovery cylinder is 45 kg (100lb).

In this operation, when the recovery machine is turned on, it removes vapor from the recovery cylinder
and delivers high-pressure gas to the disabled unit. Refrigerant is transferred by pressure differential.
The sight glass provides a visual indication of liquid refrigerant flow.

When liquid flow stops, the operation is stopped.

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Liquid Recovery
Vapor Side
Inlet Outlet

Disabled
Unit Drier
Liquid Side
Vapor Recovery
Liquid Unit

Sight
Glass
Note: Do not connect liquid Recovery
Line to recovery unit. Cylinder
Compressor may be damaged.
Scale

B. Recovery of Vapor Phase Refrigerant

To recover refrigerant vapor from a disabled unit, the following procedure is used. Please refer to
drawing 2.

Vapor Recovery
Vapor Side
Inlet Outlet

Disabled Vapor
Unit Drier
Liquid
Vapor Recovery
Liquid Unit

Recovery
Cylinder

Scale

The vapor fitting on the disabled unit is connected to the inlet of the recovery unit.

The outlet of the recovery unit is connected to the vapor connection on the recovery cylinder.

Ensure that the recovery cylinder is placed on a scale to avoid overfilling. The maximum capacity of
the Drew Marine recovery cylinder is 45 kg (100 lb).

The compressed vapor condenses to a liquid under it’s vapor pressure in the recovery cylinder. The
recovery machine will shut down automatically at approximately 250 torr (20 inches vacuum) absolute
pressure.

Note: This level of vacuum meets or exceeds all known current regulations concerning the
recovery of ozone-depleting substances. It is strongly recommended that if the disabled unit
will be out of service for a prolonged period, a positive charge of nitrogen gas be added to the
system. This protects the system from moisture and air contamination.

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 REFRIGERANT LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
Date System Refrigerant Initial System Refrigerant Refrigerant
Type Type Charge (kg) Added (kg) Recovered (kg)

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 REFRIGERANT LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
System Inspection Comments/Follow-up Original Oil Type and System Oil Added/ Sign
Performed Filling (liter) Changed (liter)

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 REFRIGERANT LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
Date System Refrigerant Initial System Refrigerant Refrigerant
Type Type Charge (kg) Added (kg) Recovered (kg)

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 REFRIGERANT LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
System Inspection Comments/Follow-up Original Oil Type and System Oil Added/ Sign
Performed Filling (liter) Changed (liter)

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 REFRIGERANT LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
Date System Refrigerant Initial System Refrigerant Refrigerant
Type Type Charge (kg) Added (kg) Recovered (kg)

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 REFRIGERANT LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
System Inspection Comments/Follow-up Original Oil Type and System Oil Added/ Sign
Performed Filling (liter) Changed (liter)

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 REFRIGERANT LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
Date System Refrigerant Initial System Refrigerant Refrigerant
Type Type Charge (kg) Added (kg) Recovered (kg)

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 REFRIGERANT LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
System Inspection Comments/Follow-up Original Oil Type and System Oil Added/ Sign
Performed Filling (liter) Changed (liter)

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 REFRIGERANT LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
Date System Refrigerant Initial System Refrigerant Refrigerant
Type Type Charge (kg) Added (kg) Recovered (kg)

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 REFRIGERANT LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
System Inspection Comments/Follow-up Original Oil Type and System Oil Added/ Sign
Performed Filling (liter) Changed (liter)

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 REFRIGERANT LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
Date System Refrigerant Initial System Refrigerant Refrigerant
Type Type Charge (kg) Added (kg) Recovered (kg)

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 REFRIGERANT LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
System Inspection Comments/Follow-up Original Oil Type and System Oil Added/ Sign
Performed Filling (liter) Changed (liter)

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 REFRIGERANT LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
Date System Refrigerant Initial System Refrigerant Refrigerant
Type Type Charge (kg) Added (kg) Recovered (kg)

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 REFRIGERANT LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
System Inspection Comments/Follow-up Original Oil Type and System Oil Added/ Sign
Performed Filling (liter) Changed (liter)

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 REFRIGERANT LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
Date System Refrigerant Initial System Refrigerant Refrigerant
Type Type Charge (kg) Added (kg) Recovered (kg)

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 REFRIGERANT LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
System Inspection Comments/Follow-up Original Oil Type and System Oil Added/ Sign
Performed Filling (liter) Changed (liter)

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 REFRIGERANT LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
Date System Refrigerant Initial System Refrigerant Refrigerant
Type Type Charge (kg) Added (kg) Recovered (kg)

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 REFRIGERANT LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
System Inspection Comments/Follow-up Original Oil Type and System Oil Added/ Sign
Performed Filling (liter) Changed (liter)

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 REFRIGERANT LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
Date System Refrigerant Initial System Refrigerant Refrigerant
Type Type Charge (kg) Added (kg) Recovered (kg)

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 REFRIGERANT LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Vessel: Company:
Flag:
System Inspection Comments/Follow-up Original Oil Type and System Oil Added/ Sign
Performed Filling (liter) Changed (liter)

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JOURNAL FOR SHIPBOARD REFERENCE

Drew Marine recognizes that when used, stored and disposed of safely, chemicals and our other
products add to the quality of shipboard life. When used improperly, they can be dangerous and
cause problems for the environment. You can be sure when you purchase products from Drew
Marine, you are dealing with a world leader in shipboard safety.

The journal can be used by ship’s staff to verify that delivered products are properly labeled and
stored and that Material Safety Sheets (MSDS) are available onboard. In addition, this journal can
be used to keep record of:

• Current product inventory onboard

• When and where products are stored and used
• General reference to product hazards and descriptions
• Location of MSDS and product data sheets
• Identity of product user
• History of handling and use

CHEMICAL STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS

In general, always make sure that chemicals are stored away from excessive heat and moisture.
The effectiveness of some products may be compromised by freezing and should not be allowed
to freeze. Products should always be securely stored in areas away from food, and in areas with
proper ventilation. When storing products onboard, the best rule is to store like products with like
products, i.e., combustibles with combustibles, and avoid storing unlike products together. Addi-
tional information on storing and handling can be found on the product label and MSDS. If a spill
should occur, be sure to follow the safety instructions on the MSDS for cleanup.

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IMO MFAG DEFINITIONS
The IMO MFAG number listed in the safety chart refers to “Medical First Aid Guide for Use in Accidents
Involving Dangerous Goods”.

IMO MFAG # Description General Information

Copper and These chemicals are irritants to the skin and lungs. They are particularly toxic after ingestion.
150
Compounds
Chromium and These chemicals are corrosive to the skin. They are extremely toxic if ingested in sufficient quantities.
155
Compounds
These chemicals act on the blood producing asphyxia and circulatory collapse in severe cases. Silver
Nitrates and
235 nitrate has a corrosive action, and may produce chemical burns of the eyes and skin.
Nitrites

Hydrocarbons-
Petroleums, These chemicals produce toxic fumes which may cause asphyxia. They also have a direct action on
311 Petroleum the nervous system.
Products and
Gases
These chemicals act mainly on the nervous system causing drowsiness and unconsciousness. In high
310 Hydrocarbons concentrations, they are irritants of the skin and lungs.

Some are corrosive, cause halo vision, and are toxic through skin.
320 Aliphatic Amines

Corrosive to all tissues. Toxic through skin absorption. The victim should be observed for at least 72
322 Morpholine hours after exposure, since there may be a delayed onset of symptoms.

These chemicals vary in their degree of toxicity. They may be irritating to the skin and lungs. They are
also absorbed into the body causing depression of the nervous system and some may cause damage
to the liver. Prolonged exposure to these chemicals may cause long-term effects. They may produce
Chlorinated Hydro-
340 highly toxic fumes of phosgene (Table 600) if they are involved in a fire. The following chemicals are
carbons
extremely toxic and may cause death: methyl chloride, ally chloride, chloroform, ethylene dichloride,
carbon tetrachloride, pentachloroethane and tetrachloroethane.

Fluorinated These chemicals are dangerous because, if inhaled, they replace oxygen in the lungs causing suffoca-
350 Hydrocarbons- tion. At high concentrations, they can cause unconsciousness and death.
Refrigerants
These chemicals are toxic to the nervous system. If exposure has occurred, DO NOT give alcohol
506 Dithiocarbamates since this may increase the toxic effects.

These gases are essentially non-toxic. They are usually transported in liquefied form at very low tem-
peratures. These chemicals are all corrosive, but they vary in the degree of their severity. They cause
620 Liquefied Gases
severe chemical burns.

These chemicals are all corrosive, but they vary in the degree of their severity. They cause severe
700 Acids chemical burns.

These chemicals are all corrosive, but they vary in the degree of their severity. They cause severe
705 Alkalis chemical burns.

These are extremely toxic chemicals and can cause death from swallowing, breathing, or absorption
Phenols, Nitrophe- through skin. They cause severe burns. It is extremely important that any contaminated clothing is
710
nols and Picrates removed immediately, and appropriate first aid is administered.

These are highly toxic chemicals that fume in the air. They are extremely irritating to the skin, mouth,
Hydrazine and
720 throat, and lungs, and may affect the nervous system causing seizures or convulsions.
Compounds

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Name: Use Description:
Manufacturer: Drew Marine Emergency Phone: Worldwide: + 800-2436-2255
Direct: + 61-39-573-3112
US and Canada: 1-877-715-9305

Receiver’s/User’s Initials Data Received/Used Quantity Received/Used Inventory Onboard

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Storage Location: MSDS Location:

Product Data Sheet Location: IMO MFAG#:

Personal Protective
To Be Used For Product Strength Duration of Work (hours)
Measures Used

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Name: Use Description:
Manufacturer: Drew Marine Emergency Phone: Worldwide: + 800-2436-2255
Direct: + 61-39-573-3112
US and Canada: 1-877-715-9305

Receiver’s/User’s Initials Data Received/Used Quantity Received/Used Inventory Onboard

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Storage Location: MSDS Location:

Product Data Sheet Location: IMO MFAG#:

Personal Protective
To Be Used For Product Strength Duration of Work (hours)
Measures Used

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Name: Use Description:
Manufacturer: Drew Marine Emergency Phone: Worldwide: + 800-2436-2255
Direct: + 61-39-573-3112
US and Canada: 1-877-715-9305

Receiver’s/User’s Initials Data Received/Used Quantity Received/Used Inventory Onboard

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Storage Location: MSDS Location:

Product Data Sheet Location: IMO MFAG#:

Personal Protective
To Be Used For Product Strength Duration of Work (hours)
Measures Used

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Name: Use Description:
Manufacturer: Drew Marine Emergency Phone: Worldwide: + 800-2436-2255
Direct: + 61-39-573-3112
US and Canada: 1-877-715-9305

Receiver’s/User’s Initials Data Received/Used Quantity Received/Used Inventory Onboard

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Storage Location: MSDS Location:

Product Data Sheet Location: IMO MFAG#:

Personal Protective
To Be Used For Product Strength Duration of Work (hours)
Measures Used

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Name: Use Description:
Manufacturer: Drew Marine Emergency Phone: Worldwide: + 800-2436-2255
Direct: + 61-39-573-3112
US and Canada: 1-877-715-9305

Receiver’s/User’s Initials Data Received/Used Quantity Received/Used Inventory Onboard

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Storage Location: MSDS Location:

Product Data Sheet Location: IMO MFAG#:

Personal Protective
To Be Used For Product Strength Duration of Work (hours)
Measures Used

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Name: Use Description:
Manufacturer: Drew Marine Emergency Phone: Worldwide: + 800-2436-2255
Direct: + 61-39-573-3112
US and Canada: 1-877-715-9305

Receiver’s/User’s Initials Data Received/Used Quantity Received/Used Inventory Onboard

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Storage Location: MSDS Location:

Product Data Sheet Location: IMO MFAG#:

Personal Protective
To Be Used For Product Strength Duration of Work (hours)
Measures Used

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Name: Use Description:
Manufacturer: Drew Marine Emergency Phone: Worldwide: + 800-2436-2255
Direct: + 61-39-573-3112
US and Canada: 1-877-715-9305

Receiver’s/User’s Initials Data Received/Used Quantity Received/Used Inventory Onboard

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Storage Location: MSDS Location:

Product Data Sheet Location: IMO MFAG#:

Personal Protective
To Be Used For Product Strength Duration of Work (hours)
Measures Used

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Name: Use Description:
Manufacturer: Drew Marine Emergency Phone: Worldwide: + 800-2436-2255
Direct: + 61-39-573-3112
US and Canada: 1-877-715-9305

Receiver’s/User’s Initials Data Received/Used Quantity Received/Used Inventory Onboard

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Storage Location: MSDS Location:

Product Data Sheet Location: IMO MFAG#:

Personal Protective
To Be Used For Product Strength Duration of Work (hours)
Measures Used

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Name: Use Description:
Manufacturer: Drew Marine Emergency Phone: Worldwide: + 800-2436-2255
Direct: + 61-39-573-3112
US and Canada: 1-877-715-9305

Receiver’s/User’s Initials Data Received/Used Quantity Received/Used Inventory Onboard

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Storage Location: MSDS Location:

Product Data Sheet Location: IMO MFAG#:

Personal Protective
To Be Used For Product Strength Duration of Work (hours)
Measures Used

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Name: Use Description:
Manufacturer: Drew Marine Emergency Phone: Worldwide: + 800-2436-2255
Direct: + 61-39-573-3112
US and Canada: 1-877-715-9305

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Storage Location: MSDS Location:

Product Data Sheet Location: IMO MFAG#:

Personal Protective
To Be Used For Product Strength Duration of Work (hours)
Measures Used

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Name: Use Description:
Manufacturer: Drew Marine Emergency Phone: Worldwide: + 800-2436-2255
Direct: + 61-39-573-3112
US and Canada: 1-877-715-9305

Receiver’s/User’s Initials Data Received/Used Quantity Received/Used Inventory Onboard

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 CHEMICAL USE LOG (continued)
TO BE FILLED IN BY USER
Product Storage Location: MSDS Location:

Product Data Sheet Location: IMO MFAG#:

Personal Protective
To Be Used For Product Strength Duration of Work (hours)
Measures Used

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Recovery Cylinder Use
I. Equipment Required
• Drew Marine recovery cylinder, PCN 652090.
• Drew Marine recovery system, PCN 882036 or 882044, or equal.
• Floor Scale, PCN 129511.
• Three (3) refrigerant hoses, Drew PCN 700014, 701012, 702010, or equal.
• Drew marine refrigerant valve adapters, PCN 655011, or equal.

Optional, but strongly recommended

• In-line filter-dryer, if sever oil or water contamination is suspected, or in the case of hermetic
equipment, motor burnout has occurred.
• In-line sight glass, if significant quantity of liquid refrigerant (greater than 20 kg) can be
recovered directly from the receiver-condenser-chiller.

II. Description of Drew Marine Recovery Cylinder

The Drew Marine 56-liter recovery cylinder is similar in appearance to normal refrigerant cylinders.
The recovery cylinder is painted gray with a yellow shoulder.
The recovery cylinder differs from the normal refrigerant cylinder in several ways:
• The manufacturing specification is DOT 4BW 400 rather than the more familiar DOT 4BW 300.
This indicates the cylinder’s working pressure is 400 psig (28 bar) rather than 300 psig (22 bar).
• The cylinder top valve has two outlets for the simultaneous use of both the liquid and gas
phase connections.

The higher pressure rating allows recovery of refrigerants at the higher temperatures that may be seen
following refrigerant compression. The two connections in the top valve allow the withdrawal of gas
pressure in the cylinder while liquid or condensing vapor phase refrigerant is added through the liquid
connection.

III. Process Description

Note: The recovery of refrigerants can vary worldwide and may be subject to local government
regulations. Ensure that you know and understand these regulations before operating any
recovery system.

A. Recovery of Liquid Refrigerant

If the disabled refrigeration or air-conditioning system contains more than 5 kg of refrigerant, and has a
connection through which this liquid may be withdrawn, refer to drawing 1.

The liquid fitting on the disable unit is connected to the liquid connection on the recovery cylinder.

The vapor connection is connected to the inlet of the recovery machine. The recovery machine outlet
is connected to the vapor side of the disabled unit.

Ensure that the recovery cylinder is placed on a scale to avoid overfilling. The maximum capacity of
the Drew Marine recovery cylinder is 45 kg (100lb).

In this operation, when the recovery machine is turned on, it removes vapor from the recovery cylinder
and delivers high-pressure gas to the disabled unit. Refrigerant is transferred by pressure differential.
The sight glass provides a visual indication of liquid refrigerant flow.

When liquid flow stops, the operation is stopped.

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Drew Marine
Reliability, Performance, Compliance.

Drew Marine is a global leader providing technical solutions and services

to the marine industry. Drew Marine has a comprehensive line of advanced
marine chemicals and equipment that is supported by a worldwide network of
service engineers and global supply chain delivering to more than 900 ports.

Products and services include:

• Water Treatment
• Fuel Treatment
• Tank and Hold Cleaners
• General Maintenance
• Welding & Refrigeration
• Fire-fighting, Safety & Rescue
• Engineered Systems & Products
• Onboard Test Kits
• Analytical Services

Global Network of Marine Service Engineers

Drew Marine’s global network offers a broad array of offshore and shoreside
technical support. Our team has access to state-of-the-art research facilities,
proprietary methodology, and numerous patented technologies.

Technical support includes engineering solutions, applied chemistry, water

and fuel analysis with operational recommendations, data acquisition and
trend analysis. We offer customized treatment programs, support tools,
training, as well as environmental and regulatory support.

For more information on products or services contact your local Drew Marine
representative or visit www.drew-marine.com.

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NOTES

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Drew Marine — Vision and Mission
Our Vision
Drew Marine is the most trusted brand and preferred global resource for marine solutions
that enhance the longevity and operating efficiency of ocean vessels.

Our Mission
To sustain the superiority of the Drew Marine brand by bringing environmentally and
technologically superior products and services for the benefit of vessel owners
and operators while increasing shareholder value.

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