NATIONAL OIL CORPORATION

GENERAL ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION

GES K.06

INTEGRALLY GEARED CENTRIFUGAL

AIR COMPRESSORS (API 672)

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 Sheets 5

2.0 DEFINITIONS 5

2.1 Technical 5
2.2 Contractual 5

3.0 DESIGN 6

3.1 Codes and Standards 6

3.2 Additions and Exceptions to API 672 6

4.0 MATERIALS 11

4.1 API 672 Requirements 11

5.0 INSPECTION 11

5.1 Procedures 11
5.2 Scope 12
5.3 Nameplates 12

6.0 TESTING 13

6.1 Required Tests 13

6.2 Test Procedures 13
6.3 Test Certificates 14
6.4 Start-up 14

7.0 DOCUMENTATION 14

7.1 Introduction 14
7.2 Schedules and Reports 14
7.3 Data and Drawings 15
7.4 Manuals 15
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8.0 PRIOR TO SHIPMENT 16

8.1 Painting 16
8.2 Spares 16
8.3 Packing and Storage 16
8.4 Shipping 16
8.5 Warranty 16

DATA SHEETS

Integrally Geared Centrifugal Compressor Data Sheet API 672 (10 pages)
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1.0 SCOPE OF SPECIFICATION

1.1 Introduction

1.1.1 This specification applies to packaged integrally geared centrifugal air compressors used in
refinery service and is based on, and must be read with, API Standard 672 "Integrally Geared
Centrifugal Air Compressors for Petroleum, Chemical and Gas Industry Services". The
compressors will normally be used in instrument or plant air service where they will be spared.
The specification, however, may also be used for larger capacity unspared process air
applications and other non hazardous non toxic gas services.

1.1.2 This specification applies to equipment for refineries, onshore oil and gas installations and
processing facilities including items purchased either directly or as part of a package.

1.1.3 This specification gives the minimum requirements for the design, fabrication, inspection, testing,
documentation and preparation for shipment for integrally geared centrifugal air compressors.
Also included are related lubricating systems, controls, instrumentation and other auxiliary
equipment.

1.1.4 The compressor(s) shall be fully packaged as skid mounted self contained unit(s) with driver(s)
and auxiliary equipment, coolers, interconnecting piping, instrumentation and controls. The
package(s) shall be complete requiring only the provision of the Owners energy and utility
resources, as given on the equipment Data Sheets, to safely and reliably attain the design
performance.

1.1.5 This specification does not cover the provision of any equipment outside the air compression
package. Downstream air dryers and receiver are not included but are covered in GES U.23.

1.1.6 The Vendor/Contractor shall comply fully with the provisions laid down in this specification.
Any exception must be authorised in writing by the Owner.

1.1.7 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 in writing, and
receive written clarification from the Owner before proceeding with the work. As a general
principle, the most stringent specification shall apply.

1.1.8 This General Engineering Specification will form part of the Purchase Order/Contract.

1.2 Other NOC Specifications

Where indicated in this specification, the following additional NOC specifications shall apply
and any exceptions shall be approved in advance by the Owner.

GES A.03 Packaged Units Layout Spacing and Assembly

GES A.04 Noise Level Criteria and Noise Control of Mechanical Equipment

GES E.01 Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers

GES E.04 Finned Air-Cooled Exchangers

GES J.13 Field Panels and Junction Boxes

GES J.14 Package Unit Instrumentation

GES K.10 General Purpose Steam Turbines (API 611)

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GES K.11 Special Purpose Steam Turbines (API 612)

GES L.11 3-Phase Induction Motors (Low Voltage)

GES L.12 Medium Voltage Induction and Synchronous Motors

GES L.28 Electrical Requirements for Packaged Units

GES M.06 Monitoring Systems for Rotating Equipment (API 670)

GES M.10 Special Purpose Couplings for Refineries (API 671)

GES P.01 Piping Material Specifications

GES P.02 Plant Piping Systems

GES S.06 Skid Assemblies

GES U.23 Instrument Air Packages including Air Dryers

GES X.01 Surface Preparation and Painting Application

GES X.02 Colour Coding of Equipment and Piping Systems

GES X.03 External Protective Coatings

GES X.06 Factory Coatings for Electrical Equipment and Instruments

The Vendor/Contractor shall ensure all Sub-Contractors comply with the relevant portions of the
above specifications.

1.3 Data Sheets

The technical data supplied by the Owner for the equipment is provided on the API Standard 672
Data Sheets which are included at the end of this specification. The Vendor/Contractor shall
complete the Data Sheets with the remaining information and return them with his proposal.

Prior to shipment, the Vendor/Contractor shall submit a complete set of "As-Built" Data Sheets.

2.0 DEFINITIONS

2.1 Technical

The technical terms used in this specification are as defined in Section 1.4 of API 672.

2.2 Contractual

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

Owner

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

Vendor
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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 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

The qualified individual representing the Owner, Contractor or 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 design shall comply with this specification and the following Codes and Standards:

API 672 Packaged Integrally Geared Centrifugal Air Compressors for Petroleum
Chemical and Gas Industry Services.

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 should be used.

3.2 Additions and Exceptions to API 672

The following paragraph numbers refer to API 672, Third Edition, which shall be considered as
forming a part of this General Engineering Specification.

In API 672, paragraphs are marked with a bullet (•) if the Purchaser has to make a decision or
provide information. Where possible, these decisions have been made or alternatively guidelines
provided. Such paragraphs are marked "*" in this specification.

All requirements specified in this specification are additions to those of API 672 unless otherwise
stated. Paragraph numbers in this specification which do not appear in API 672 are new
paragraphs.
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SECTION 2 - BASIC DESIGN

2.1 General

2.1.1 Add:

Integrally Geared Centrifugal Compressors shall be supplied only by

Vendors/Contractors qualified by experience in manufacturing the units
proposed. To qualify, the Vendor/Contractor must have manufactured at the
proposed point of manufacture, at least two compressor packages of comparable
power, speed and discharge pressure. These compressors must have been in
service for at least one year and be performing satisfactorily".

The package shall be designed and constructed for unattended continuous, safe
reliable operation at all the specified operating conditions and shall include the
listed equipment plus all interconnecting air piping. The operating conditions
for the compressor shall be specified on the Data Sheets by the Owner.

2.1.4* GES A.04 shall apply. The sound pressure level for the complete package
including driver, measured at 3.3 feet (1.0 metre) from the surface of the
equipment shall not exceed 85 dB(A), assuming there is no background noise. It
is expected that special noise abatement treatment will be required. The
Vendor/Contractor shall submit anticipated and guaranteed overall maximum
noise data for inlet filter, blow off valve/silencer, and the main package skid
with his proposal. The Vendor/Contractor also ensure any acoustic treatment
does not interfere with access to the equipment for maintenance.

2.1.6 Delete the second sentence and replace with:

The equipment shall be packaged and all parts pre-piped to the compressor. The
piping shall comply with GES P.01 and GES P.02 except for standard
components within a manufacturer's standard packaged product range.

2.1.7* The Owner shall specify whether operating and standby mode of operation is
required. Where one standby and one or more operating compressors are
required the Vendor/Contractor shall provide controls for manual selection of
any of the compressors on "Standby Mode with auto start-up upon falling
discharge pressure".

2.1.9 * The Owner shall specify the installation and environmental details on the Data
Sheets.

2.1.10 When cooling water is available it will be specified on the Data Sheets. Generally
no cooling water is available and the Vendor/Contractor shall use direct air
cooling or a closed circuit water cooling system with a single air cooled
exchanger. The closed circuit system shall be complete with an exchanger, dual
circulating pumps, strainers, header tank, interconnecting piping, valves and
appropriate instrumentation. Air/air or air/water cooled exchangers shall
comply with GES E.04. Shell and tube water cooled exchangers shall comply
with GES E.01. Where Vendors/Contractors propose their own proprietary
design of water cooled exchangers which are integral with the design of the
compressor, full details of the coolers together with exceptions to GES E.01 shall
be given in the proposal.

2.1.12 The package skids shall comply with GES S.06.

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2.1.13 * The Owner shall specify the electrical area classification on the Data Sheets. Electrical
equipment shall comply with GES L.28.

2.1.15 * The Vendor's/Contractor's representative shall be present during the initial alignment
check and shall check alignment at the operating temperature.

API 2.2 Integrally Geared Compressors

2.2.5.1.3 Add:

"Repair of the shaft surface under probes is not permitted".

2.2.7.2.1 * A damped unbalanced response analysis shall be carried out.

2.2.7.3.1 * Critical speed responses on the test stand shall be the criteria for confirming the
validity of the analysis unless the compressor train is dynamically a 100%
duplicate of standard compressor trains previously built. In this latter case,
review of previous test reports will suffice.

2.2.7.3.1 * A torsional vibration analysis shall be carried out by the Vendor/Contractor.

2.2.7.4.3 * A residual unbalance check shall be performed on each rotor after completion of
final balancing.

2.2.9.2(c) * The Vendor/Contractor shall advise, and make appropriate provisions if the
driver bearings are to be lubricated by the oil system.

2.2.9.5.2 * The main oil pump shall be driven by the compressor low speed shaft. The
standby pump shall be driven by an electric motor. The Vendor/Contractor shall
confirm no damage can be sustained to the compressor bearings on power failure
and run down from full speed.

2.2.9.5.5 The Vendor/Contractor shall state the maximum supply oil temperature and support
this figure with an operating experience list at these temperatures.

2.2.9.5.6 Twin full-flow filters shall be provided.

2.2.9.5.7 * An electric immersion heater shall be provided if required by the minimum

ambient temperature.

2.2.9.5.8(h) Add new condition:

The system shall include an accumulator if one is required to maintain sufficient

oil pressure while the standby pump accelerates from a stopped condition to full
speed".

2.2.9.5.10 Add new paragraph:

A purifier (preferably of the centrifugal type) for removal of water from the lube
oil shall be provided for systems serving steam turbine driven equipment.
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SECTION 3 - ACCESSORIES

API 3.1 Driver

3.1.1 * The Owner shall specify the type of driver.

Electric motors shall comply with GES L.11 or GES L.12 as appropriate.

3.1.2 * Anticipated process variations which might affect the size of the driver shall be
specified by the Owner.

3.1.3 * The starting conditions for the driven equipment shall be specified by the Owner.

3.1.5.2 * The Owner shall specify on the Data Sheets the minimum inlet air and cooling water
temperature.

3.1.6 * The Owner shall specify the reduced system voltage.

3.1.8.2 * Steam turbines shall comply with GES K.10 or GES K.11 as appropriate.

The Owner shall specify on the Data Sheets the minimum inlet air temperature.

3.1.9 * The Owner shall specify hydraulic or electronic governor operation on the steam
turbine Data Sheets.

API 3.2 Couplings and Guards

3.2.1.3 * Add:

The guard shall be fabricated from spark-resistant materials when the installation is
in a hazardous area.

3.2.1.11 * Couplings and guards shall conform to GES M.10.

API 3.3 Baseplates

3.3.10 * The baseplate does not have to be suitable for column mounting.

3.4 Controls and Instrumentation

Instrumentation shall comply with GES J.14. Control panels and junction boxes
shall comply with GES J.13.

3.4.2.1 * The Owner shall specify on the Data Sheets whether the controls shall communicate with
the DCS.

3.4.3.2 * The Owner shall specify the area classification and type of enclosure.

3.4.4.4 * Oil-filled pressure gauges shall be provided in locations subject to vibration.

The alarm and shutdown conditions in Table 3 shall be amended to include:-

Alarm Shutdown

Vibration High each impeller/pinion shaft

(X only) for all compressor capacities x x
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Vibration High each impeller/pinion shaft

(X & Y) for compressors over 5000 ft3/min x x

Oil reservoir temperature low x

Air interstage temperature high x x

Air differential pressure high (Surge) x

Cooling (water cooled only) low flow x

Instrument air pressure low x

Indication lights to be provided for:-

Compressor mode station auto/manual

Compressor load status

Oil heaters "on" (If heaters required)

Prelube/standby pump running.

3.4.5.3.2 Alarm and trip switches shall be fail-safe and generally open to alarm.

3.4.4.6.1 * Add:

Two radial probes, (X & Y) located 90 (±5) degrees apart and one axial position
probe shall be provided for each compressor high speed rotor. The probes shall be
located 45 degrees either side of the vertical centreline. Vibration monitoring is
required for motor drivers in the medium voltage range. .

3.4.4.6.2 * Vibration transducers shall be supplied, installed and calibrated on all

compressors. They shall comply with GES M.06. Axial position indicators are
required on compressors exceeding 15,000 ft3/min.

3.4.4.6.3 * Vibration and axial position monitors shall be supplied and calibrated and shall
comply with GES M.06.

3.4.4.6.4 Beearing temperature monitoring shall be provided in accordance with GES M.06.

3.4.6.1 Instrumentation shall comply with GES J.14. Electrical equipment shall comply
with GES L.28.

API 3.6 Intercoolers and Aftercoolers

3.6.3 Add:

Refer to comments on API paragraph 2.1.10. Each intercooler and aftercooler shall
have a high efficiency separator with automatic condensate trap, isolation and
bypass valves.

3.6.4 Add:

When expedient to obtain a lower final cooler exit temperature (to reduce dryer
loading in instrument air service for example) the final aftercooler may be direct air
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cooled even though the intercoolers may be water cooled.

API 3.7 Air Intake Filter/Silencer

Add:

(d) The Vendor/Contractor shall advise the filter dirty pressure drop and
provide full details of the filter/silencer in his proposal.

Note

Installation of the compressor will be in a desert area subject to sandstorms. The

compressor inlet filter/silencer will be mounted and piped by the Owner.

API 3.8 Discharge Blow Off Silencer

3.8.1 Add:

The Vendor/Contractor shall provide full details of the blow off silencer in his
proposal.

4.0 MATERIALS

4.1 API 672 Requirements

The Vendor/Contractor shall provide materials in accordance with paragraph 2.2.10 of API 672
with the following exceptions:

2.2.10.1.2 The following materials listed in Appendix E are not acceptable.

The Interstage Piping - shall not be of cast iron. All external piping shall be of
steel and meet the general requirements of paragraph 3.5.

The Baseplate - shall not be of cast iron. It shall be of fabricated steel and
extended to accept the driver.

2.2.10.4.2 All material repairs shall be subject to the Owner's approval of the repair procedure
and application.

5.0 INSPECTION

5.1 Procedures

5.1.1 The inspection requirements are covered by the document "General Conditions of Purchase" which
forms part of the Purchase Order/Contract. Additional requirements are given below.

5.1.2 All items of plant and equipment referenced within this specification shall be subject to inspection
by the Owner or the nominated Inspection Authority.

5.1.3 Inspection shall be in accordance with API 672 and this specification. All inspection activities to be
performed, including any special requirements, shall be agreed with the Owner and shall be
incorporated within the agreed Quality Control Plan provided by the Vendor/Contractor. The
quality control plan shall be coordinated with and shall include the quality plan of major Sub-
Contractors. The Vendor/Contractor shall submit procedures for all applicable NDT techniques for
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approval by the Owner before production commences.

5.1.4 All operators of NDT equipment shall have thorough knowledge of the operation of the equipment
to be used and shall hold an appropriate certificate of competence, which is to be agreed by the
Owner. All NDT procedures and qualifications shall be subject to approval by the Owner.

5.1.5 The Vendor/Contractor shall furnish the Inspector with all reasonable facilities, to satisfy himself
that the equipment, including Sub-Contractor materials, is fabricated and tested in accordance with
the relevant code and this specification.

5.1.6 Any approvals given by the Owner's Inspector and/or the Inspection Authority do not relieve the
Vendor/Contractor of any responsibility regarding guarantees, workmanship or compliance with
the code and this specification.

5.2 Scope

The inspection scope shall comply with API 672, Section 4.1 and 4.2 as amended below:

Additions and Exceptions to API 672

4.1.1 * The Vendor's/Contractor's quality plan shall be submitted with his proposal and
shall specify the parts to be examined and the type of examination to be carried out.
The proposed quality plan is subject to the approval of the Owner who will also
indicate those examinations he intends to witness or observe.

4.1.5* The quality plan shall incorporate the Inspector's check list.

4.2.1.1* (d) A record of final maintenance/running clearances are to be held by the

Vendor/Contractor for 20 years.

4.2.1.3 The Owner and Vendor/Contractor shall work to the same Quality Control Plan.

4.2.3.3* The Vendor/Contractor shall present the equipment to the Owner's Inspector for internal
cleanliness inspection.

4.2.3.4* Hardness testing is not required except as specified in associated specifications.

5.3 Nameplates

Nameplates shall be provided complying with paragraph 2.3.10 of API 672 with the following
additions:

Rated Power
Maximum allowable cooling water pressure
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6.0 TESTING

6.1 Required Tests

The following tests shall be performed by the Vendor/Contractor:

(a) NDT on compressor components

(b) Hydrostatic tests

(c) Overspeed tests of impellers

(d) Mechanical run test

(e) Performance test

(f) Guide vane test (when guide vanes are furnished)

(g) Sound level test

(h) Spare rotating element mechanical and performance tests when spares are furnished.

All tests will be witnessed when carried out. The hydrostatic pressure tests will be carried out in the
presence of an Inspector from the Inspection Authority.

6.2 Test Procedures

The Vendor/Contractor shall submit his test procedures in writing to the Owner for approval prior
to the start of the testing programme.

Testing shall be carried out in accordance with paragraph 4.3 of API 672 amended as follows:

Additions and exceptions to API 672 Third Edition

4.3 Testing

Add new paragraphs:

4.3.2.6 No type of preservative or paint shall be allowed to cover any joint, mechanical or
welded, before the pressure test is completed.

4.3.2.7 Test pressure gauges shall be of the direct reading type and shall be periodically
calibrated. The certificate of calibration shall be presented to the Owner's Inspector
prior to the start of tests.

4.3.2.8 Test pressure gauges shall be connected directly. In cases where the test gauge is
not visible to the operator, a second local gauge shall be provided.

4.3.5.4* Overspeed testing and inspection of spare impellers is required when spares are furnished.

4.3.4.5.2* The bearings and seals will be inspected once, reassembled and retested.
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6.3 Test Certificates

The following test certificates shall be provided:-

(a) The manufacturer's physical and chemical certification of pressure containing parts,
impellers, gears and shafts.

(b) Certification for magnetic particle, dye penetrant, radiographic and ultrasonic examination.

(c) Hydrostatic Tests

(d) Certified shop logs of mechanical running and performance tests.

(e) A record of shop test data (which the Vendor/Contractor shall keep for 20 years after the
date of shipment). The Vendor/Contractor shall supply certified copies of test data to the
Owner before shipment.

6.4 Start-up

6.4.1 When required by the Owner, the Vendor/Contractor shall be responsible for complete compressor
start-up until unit is accepted as operational by the Owner. In this case, the Vendor/Contractor
shall be responsible for the supply of competent servicemen for the duration of the checking, start-
up and run-on period.

6.4.2 When required by the Owner, the Vendor/Contractor shall supply for start-up, all lubricating
fluids, including oil, grease and coolants as required by the unit. The Vendor/Contractor shall
recommend the amount and type of lubrication and cooling fluids for subsequent operation.

7.0 DOCUMENTATION

7.1 Introduction

7.1.1 This section covers the documentation requirements for design, materials, inspection, testing,
installation and operation of the integrally geared air compressor.

7.2 Schedules and Reports

7.2.1 The Vendor/Contractor shall supply with his proposal, a schedule showing submission of all
documents for review and approval, proposed Sub-Contractors and material procurement and a
production/fabrication programme.

7.2.2 The Vendor/Contractor shall submit with his proposal a Quality Control Plan for the contract.

7.2.3 After the Purchase Order/Contract award, monthly reports on design, material procurement and
production progress shall be submitted to the Owner.

7.2.4 A co-ordination meeting shall be held within four weeks of the placement of the Purchase
Order/Contract, to review all engineering and manufacturing requirements of the order.
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7.3 Data and Drawings

7.3.1 The documents detailed below shall be submitted for approval/review to the Owner and to the
Inspection Authority within the periods agreed between the Owner and Vendor/Contractor. It
shall be the responsibility of the Vendor/Contractor to ensure that the production schedule takes
into account documentation submission periods, plus a three week approval review period by the
Owner and/or the Inspection Authority. The Vendor/Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining
approvals from the Inspection Authority.

7.3.2 All calculations shall be carried out in a clear and logical manner. The source of formulae or
methods shall be clearly referenced. Computer calculations will only be accepted if all input is
shown, together with calculated values of intermediate terms and factors and the computer
program has been validated to the satisfaction of the Owner.

7.3.3 The Vendor/Contractor shall submit as a minimum, the data and drawings as defined in API 672
Section 5 as amended below:

Additions and Exceptions to API 672

5.2 Proposals

5.2.2c Schematics to include air/oil sealing, and cooling systems.

5.2.3f Refer to paragraph 8.2 of this specification for details on spares requirements.

5.2.4.4 Performance curves shall include operation at site maximum and minimum
ambient temperature and water temperature.

5.3 Contract Data

Appendix G,6. Coupling "Duty" and "Max" rating shall be given on drawings.

7.4 Manuals

Requirements for Data Books and Installation Operation and Maintenance Manuals are as follows:

7.4.1 Data Books

Two (2) copies of the data book shall be provided containing the documents specified in Appendix
G of API 672, which relate to the manufacture, inspection and testing of the equipment and its sub-
components together with such other documents, e.g. test procedures, material certificates, which
are relevant to the build of the equipment.

7.4.2 Installation, Operating and Maintenance Manuals

Six (6) copies of Installation, Operating and Maintenance Manuals shall be provided containing the
information defined in Appendix G of API 672, which relate to the installation, operation and
maintenance of the equipment together with such other documents and data, e.g. Sub-Contractors
equipment data, catalogue cuts, calculations which will assist the Owner in the use of the
equipment.
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8.0 PRIOR TO SHIPMENT

8.1 Painting

Surface preparation and painting shall be in accordance with GES X.01 with colour coding of
equipment and piping in accordance with GES X.02 using a coating system which complies with
GES X.03. The manufacturer's standard paint system, suitable for the duty, may be used subject to
the agreement of the Owner.

8.2 Spares

The Vendor/Contractor shall submit with his initial equipment proposal, a priced list of
recommended spare parts for "Commissioning", "Start-up" and for "Two Years Operation".

8.3 Packing and Storage

This section describes the minimum requirement for the preservation and protection of integrally
geared centrifugal air compressors during the sea and land transportation and storage, prior to
installation.

Additions and Exceptions to API 672

The preparation for shipment shall comply with API 672 Section 4.4 as amended below:

4.4.1 * Delete this paragraph and replace with:

The equipment shall be prepared for export shipment by sea. Shipment as non-
containerised deck cargo is not permissible.

The probable storage period will be specified in the order/enquiry and will extend from the
time of despatch to the time of unpacking at site. If the storage period is not stated, a
minimum period of 24 months shall be assumed.

4.4.3.1 Delete this paragraph and replace by:

Painting shall comply with GES X.01, GES X.02 and GES X.03.

4.4.3.12 The spare rotor when ordered shall be suitably boxed for export shipment.

8.4 Shipping

Detailed shipping arrangements are covered by the Purchase Order/Contract.

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

8.5 Warranty

8.5.1 The Vendor/Contractor shall provide manufacturer's written guarantees of integrally geared
compressor performance.
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8.5.2 The Vendor/Contractor shall warrant all materials and services supplied against any defect for a
minimum of 12 months after commissioning or 24 months from the date of delivery to site,
whichever is the shorter period, or for the period stipulated in the Order.

8.5.3 Should any item be found defective, the Vendor/Conractor shall be responsible for all costs
associated with restoring the equipment to the standard specified by the Purchase Order/Contract.