Arrival, Installation,

and Startup
Checklists
Inside

INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND

MAINTENANCE MANUAL
FOR CHART COLD BOX ASSEMBLIES

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ARRIVAL, INSTALLATION, AND STARTUP CHECKLISTS
The following checklists are for reference only, and are not intended to be comprehensive for all situations.

Plant Item Number:

Cold Box Arrival IOM Section Checked By / Date
1. Check for external damage II. A.
2. Verify cold box enclosure is air-tight (environmentally sealed) II. A.
3. Verify stream shipping pressure (typically 15 psig, if applicable) II. A.
4. Verify temperature element continuity (if applicable) II.A.1

Cold Box Storage

1. Verify cold box enclosure is air-tight and stream shipping pressure is intact II. B.
2. Store in the as-shipped position with weight concentrated at the II. B.
structural frame members

Cold Box Installation

1. Install base plates and lift into position following unit specific lifting
instructions III. A.
2. Ground the cold box casing IV. C.
3. Install nitrogen purge components, beginning with the breather
valve and emergency vent IV. F.
4. Verify no water or debris trapped in field piping to be attached to cold box V. E.
5. Connect all nozzles to plant piping IV. G.
6. Remove all temporary shipping supports per unit specific drawings IV. D.
7. Remove all BAHX vent plugs (if applicable) BAHX IOM
8. Verify temperature element continuity (if applicable) II.A.1
9. Install ladders, handrails, and platforms (if applicable) I. A. 17.
10. Perform field piping system leak / proof test using
dry gas (-40 °F dew point or lower) V. D.
11. Install perlite insulation IV. E.
12. Verify temperature element continuity (if applicable) II.A.1

Cold Box Initial Startup

1. Verify overpressure protection for all streams V. D.
2. Verify filters installed for all applicable streams BAHX IOM
3. Verify no water trapped in or upstream of cold box and purge all drain lines V. E.
4. Perform dehumidification purge of cold box enclosure V. A. 1.
5. Commence continuous purge V. A. 2.
6. Bring to operating conditions per process equipment guidelines
7. Top off perlite insultation after 1 month IV. E.

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 Installation, Commissioning & Startup Services
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FIGURE I
Lifting lug
Basic Components of Breather valve
(shipped loose) Combination emergency
a Chart Cold Box vent and manway
20 NPS (DN 500)
Perlite fill (shipped loose)
connection
6 NPS (DN 150)

Roof panel
0.25 in (6.4 mm)
A786−36 steel
safety plate
sloped towards
shipping surface

Flexible closeout
boots
Stream identification
tags (stainless steel) Side panels
0.188 in (4.8 mm)
A−36 steel

D-ring
(shipping tie down)

Duplicate pressure
vessel nameplates
(stainless steel)
Floor panel
0.25 in (6.4 mm)
A−36 steel

Frame tubing
A500 Grade B/C,
A1085

DETAIL B Floor drain

SCALE 1/10
B
Manway
25 in (635 mm)

Nitrogen purge
system access
connection
Grounding 2 NPS (DN 50)
Steel base plates Perlite drain lug socket welded,
(shipped loose) connection class 150,
6 NPS (DN 150) ANSI B16.5 flange

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factures process equipment utilized primarily for cryo- BAHX brands and consequently all rights to engineer-
genic applications such as industrial gas, hydrocarbon, ing and equipment produced by these companies.
LNG, petrochemical (ethylene), and other refinery
applications. Chart E&C’s engineering staff is capable © 2025 Chart Energy & Chemicals, Inc. All rights
of assisting customers with integrating our equipment reserved.
into the plant/process design.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOREWORD V. TESTING AND OPERATION

I. INTRODUCTION A. Operation of Nitrogen Purge System.......................30
A. Cold Box Basic Components.....................................6 1. Dehumidification Purge.............................................30
1. Frame Tubing.......................................................6 2. Continuous Purge.....................................................30
2. Internal Support Members..................................6 B. Heat Exchangers.............................................................30
3. Side Panels.........................................................6 C. Strainers..........................................................................30
4. Roof and Floor Panels.........................................6 D. Initial Startup....................................................................31
5. Flexible Closeout Boots......................................6 VI. MAINTENANCE
6. Lifting Lugs..........................................................6 A. General.....................................................................32
7. D-Rings................................................................6 B. Cleaning....................................................................32
8. Base Plates.........................................................6 C. Repairs and Service.................................................34
9. Combination Emergency Vent and Manway.......7 D. Disposal....................................................................34
10. Breather Valve...................................................7 TABLE OF FIGURES
11. Manway..............................................................7 FIGURE I
12. Floor Drain.........................................................7 Basic Components of a Chart Cold Box.........................2
13. Perlite Fill Connections......................................7 FIGURE II
14. Perlite Drain Connections.................................8 Flexible Closeout Boot....................................................6
15. Stream Identification Tags.................................8 FIGURE III
16. Duplicate Pressure Vessel Nameplates............8 Breather Valve and Emergency Vent Hatch...................7
17. Optional Equipment...........................................8 FIGURE IV
B. Codes and Materials of Construction ........................9 Breather Valve................................................................7
C. Nitrogen Purge System............................................10 FIGURE V
D. Allowable Pipe Loads............................................... 11 Manway...........................................................................7
E. Handrails, Ladders, Platforms..................................12 FIGURE VI
F. Standard Factory Testing..........................................13 Stream Identification Tags..............................................8
1. Cold Box Piping Test.........................................13 FIGURE VII
2. Standard Cold Box Casing Test........................13 Duplicate Pressure Vessel Nameplates.........................8
G. Painting....................................................................13 FIGURE VIII
H. Loose Parts..............................................................13 Nitrogen Purge with Fiberglass Wrapping....................10
I. Valves and Instrumentation.......................................14 FIGURE IX
1. Control Valves...................................................14 Installed Ladder, Handrails, and Platform....................12
2. Temperature Elements......................................14 FIGURE X
3. Junction Box......................................................15 Control Valve Setup......................................................14
4. Pressure Tubing................................................15 FIGURE XI
5. Flow Meters.......................................................15 Control Valve Close-out................................................14
6. Gas Detector.....................................................15 FIGURE XII
II. ARRIVAL INSPECTION AND STORAGE In-pipe and In-layer Thermowells.................................14
A. First Arrival...............................................................17 FIGURE XIII
1. Temperature Element Verification.....................17 Temperature Element Shielding...................................15
B. Storage.....................................................................18 FIGURE XIV
III. LIFTING AND HANDLING Unistrut ® for Wiring.......................................................15
A. Lifting and Handling.................................................20 FIGURE XV
IV. INSTALLATION Pressure Tubing............................................................15
A. Base Plate Installation..............................................23 FIGURE XVI
B. General Setting Recommendations.........................23 Shipping Valve..............................................................17
C. Grounding.................................................................23 FIGURE XVII
D. Temporary Bracing...................................................24 Cold Box Lift onto Shipping Barge................................20
E. Perlite Insulation.......................................................25 FIGURE XVIII
F. Nitrogen Purge System.............................................25 Typical Lifting Drawing..................................................21
G. Flanged Connections...............................................26 FIGURE XIX
1. Pressure Testing With Shipping Blinds.............26 Typical Nitrogen Purge System....................................25
2. Steel Flanges....................................................27 FIGURE XX
3. A  luminum Flanges.............................................27 Junction Box Sealing Compound.................................28
H. Reinstalling Control Valve Actuators........................28
I. Junction Box Sealing Compound..............................28

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FOREWORD

This manual includes Chart’s instructions, practices, and This manual is updated periodically. Before attempting
procedures regarding installation, operation, and maintenance any procedure you should verify with Chart that you
of cold boxes. Please contact Chart Lifecycle for assistance in are using the current version.
the installation, commissioning, and startup services related to
this equipment. Chart highly recommends these OEM trained This manual cannot cover all possible variations in
services to assure a successful equipment startup. equipment design or provide answers to all specific
installation, operation, and maintenance questions that
This manual is based on extensive experience, including may arise. If for any reason, any variations or questions
more than 60 years in the design and manufacture of process arise that are not addressed in this manual, or any of
equipment for low temperature applications, including air these instructions, practices, and procedures cannot be
separation and liquefaction, natural gas processing and followed, the contractor or owner must contact Chart for
liquefaction, helium liquefaction, and hydrogen, ethylene, further information, interpretation, and guidance. Failure
and other light hydrocarbon product recoveries. to follow the instructions, practices, and procedures may
result in serious bodily injury or death, property damage,
THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL, SAFETY ITEMS ARE irreparable damage to the Chart equipment, and the
HIGHLIGHTED IN CAPITAL LETTERS AND LABELED voiding of any warranties applicable to the equipment.
WITH THE CAUTION MARK SHOWN HERE.
When these instructions, practices, and procedures
are followed, extended and reliable service from the
equipment can be expected.

THESE ITEMS SHOULD BE READ WITH EXTREME CARE AND THOROUGHLY UNDERSTOOD BEFORE
COMMENCING ANY INSTALLATION, OPERATION, OR MAINTENANCE OF CHART EQUIPMENT.
FAILURE TO PROPERLY FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS SO DESIGNATED COULD RESULT IN RUPTURES
OR EXPLOSIONS OR OTHER DANGEROUS SITUATIONS WHICH MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY
INJURY OR DEATH AND PROPERTY DAMAGE AS WELL AS IRREPARABLE DAMAGE TO THE CHART
EQUIPMENT AND THE VOIDING OF ANY WARRANTIES APPLICABLE TO THE EQUIPMENT.

DO NOT MODIFY THE EQUIPMENT OR DEVIATE FROM THE INSTRUCTIONS, PRACTICES, AND
PROCEDURES IN THIS MANUAL.

THE CONTRACTOR OR OWNER INSTALLING CHART EQUIPMENT MUST COMPLY WITH THESE
INSTRUCTIONS, PRACTICES, AND PROCEDURES ALONG WITH ANY LIFTING AND HANDLING AND
OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, PRACTICES, AND PROCEDURES PROVIDED WITH INDIVIDUAL UNITS.

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 I. INTRODUCTION
A. Cold Box Basic Components
B. C
 odes and Materials of
Construction
C. Nitrogen Purge System
D. Allowable Pipe Loads
E. Handrails, Ladders, Platforms
F. Standard Factory Testing
G. Painting
H. Loose Parts
I. Valves and Instrumentation

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 I. INTRODUCTION

I. A. COLD BOX BASIC COMPONENTS

I. A. Cold Box Basic Components made of raised pattern plate.

A cold box consists of a carbon steel casing, usually I. A. 5. Flexible Closeout Boots
rectangular in shape, that supports and houses heat The process connections penetrate through the cold
exchangers, vessels, piping, other related cryogenic box panels via flexible closeout boots. The closeouts
equipment, and insulation material in an inert are insulated and create an air tight seal while
atmosphere. accommodating the natural piping movement that
occurs when the equipment is operated (see Figure II).
I. A. 1. Frame Tubing
The main exterior framing typically consists of vertical I. A. 6. Lifting Lugs
carbon steel columns connected by horizontal The cold box includes lifting lugs for horizontal lifting during
members at various elevations as necessary for transportation to site and vertical lifting during the erection
support of internal equipment. sequence at site.

I. A. 2. Internal Support Members I. A. 7. D-Rings

Main support members for vessels operating below D-rings are provided as shipping tie downs during
-20 °F (-28.9 °C) are fabricated from stainless steel or transportation.
low temperature carbon steel. A minimum of 0.50 in
(12.7 mm) of phenolic canvas base material, Micarta®, I. A. 8. Base Plates
is placed between the support angles of internal The base plates are fabricated by Chart and shipped loose.
equipment and their support beams. See section IV. A. for further details.

The phenolic canvas serves two purposes. First, it FIGURE II

provides a smooth surface upon which the supports can
Flexible Closeout Boot
slide due to thermal contraction of the equipment. Second,
it impedes heat transfer into the support members to avoid
frost spots on the exterior of the cold box.

I. A. 3. Side Panels
The cold box is enclosed with 0.188 in (4.8 mm)
carbon steel side panels to create an air tight
enclosure.

I. A. 4. Roof and Floor Panels

Floor and roof panels are 0.25 in (6.4 mm) carbon
steel plate. For safety purposes, all roof panels are

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 I. INTRODUCTION

I. A. COLD BOX BASIC COMPONENTS

I. A. 9. Combination Emergency Vent and Manway I. A. 10. Breather Valve

The top of the cold box is fitted with an emergency The top of the cold box is fitted with a breather valve
relief hatch to prevent over-pressurization of the cold with a 3 inH2O (7.5 mbarg) pressure setting and a 2.2
box structure in case of an internal equipment leak. inH2O (5.4 mbarg) vacuum setting (see Figure IV). To
The vent is set to open at 4 inH2O (10 mbarg). The prevent damage during shipping, the breather valve
relief hatch serves a dual purpose as a 20 in (508 mm) ships loose and is to be installed at site.
manway on the top of the cold box. It can also be used
as a perlite fill (see Figure III). I. A. 11. Manway
A 25 in (635 mm) manway is typically installed on the
FIGURE III cold box near the floor (see Figure V).
Breather Valve and Emergency Vent Hatch
I. A. 12 Floor Drain
A floor drain is typically located near the manway for
draining liquid that has accumulated inside the cold box.
The floor drain should be capped when not in use.

I. A. 13. Perlite Fill Connections

The cold box is typically fitted with 6 NPS (DN 150)
perlite fill connections on the roof. Fill connections are
threaded and furnished with caps.

FIGURE V
FIGURE IV Manway

Breather Valve

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I. A. COLD BOX BASIC COMPONENTS

I. A. 14. Perlite Drain Connections

FIGURE VI
The cold box is typically fitted with 6 NPS (DN 150)
Stream Identification Tags
perlite drains on the side of the cold box flush with
the floor. Drain connections are threaded and fitted
with caps.

I. A. 15. Stream Identification Tags

Each process connection is clearly labeled with a
stainless steel stream identification tag (see Figure VI).

I. A. 16. Duplicate Pressure Vessel Nameplates

For each code vessel inside the cold box, a duplicate
stainless steel nameplate is attached to the outside of
the cold box (see Figure VII).
FIGURE VII
Duplicate Pressure Vessel Nameplates

I. A. 17. Optional Equipment

Upon request, Chart can provide other optional
equipment to the cold box including, but not limited to
the following:

• Transition joints (bimetallic couplings)

• Perlite drain valves

• Handrails

• External ladders and platforms

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 I. INTRODUCTION

I. B. CODES AND MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION

I. B. Codes and Materials of Construction

The following codes and standards are routinely used
by Chart.

ASTM - American Society for Testing and Materials

AISC - American Institute of Steel Construction
AWS - American Welding Society
ASME - American Society of Mechanical Engineers
ANSI - American National Standards Institute
ASCE - American Society of Civil Engineers
SSPC - Steel Structures Painting Council
PIP - Process Industry Practices

All material is new and certified. Cold box structure

and panels are certified to the following ASTM
specifications.

COMPONENT ASTM Specification

Carbon Steel Structural Shapes A36

Carbon Steel Structural Tubing A500 Grade B/C, A1085
Stainless Steel Structural Tubing A554 Grade MT304
Raised Pattern Safety Plate (Roof) A786
Floor Plate A36
Stainless Steel Plate A240-304
Low Temperature Carbon Steel Plate A516 Grade 70
Stainless Steel Bolts (Structural) A320 Grade B8
Side Panels A36

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 I. INTRODUCTION

I. C. NITROGEN PURGE SYSTEM

I. C. Nitrogen Purge System

FIGURE VIII
A pipe is installed on the inside perimeter of the box
Nitrogen Purge with Fiberglass Wrapping
floor to act as a nitrogen purge header. The pipe has
holes in it to distribute nitrogen throughout the box,
and is connected to a flange outside of the cold box.
A continuous nitrogen supply shall be run through
the box during operation. The fiberglass wrapping is
used to prevent perlite insulation from entering into the
nitrogen distribution holes in the bottom of the pipe,
and should not be removed (see Figure VIII).

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 I. INTRODUCTION

I. D. ALLOWABLE PIPE LOADS

I. D. Allowable Pipe Loads

A table indicating maximum allowable pipe loads
on brazed aluminum heat exchangers is provided
with the design package. This table indicates the
maximum allowable bending moment and axial load FAILURE TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT PIPE

that may be applied at each nozzle to header joint FLEXIBILITY OR PIPING SUPPORTS

on the exchanger. These maximum loads are not to COULD RESULT IN COMBINED PRESSURE

be applied simultaneously. Instructions for summing AND EXTERNAL PIPE LOADS BEING

applied moments and forces are supplied with the APPLIED THAT EXCEED THE ALLOWABLE

table. LOADS AND CAUSE FAILURE OF THE UNIT

OR TRANSITION JOINT.

Pipe loads on vessels should be analyzed using

standard industry practices, such as WRC-107.

It is the customer’s responsibility to provide sufficient

piping flexibility or piping supports in the customer
piping to ensure that the combined loads on each
nozzle on the internal equipment are within the
allowable limits specified.

When a unit is supplied with transition joints, the

applied loads on the transition joints must be checked
against the allowable loads recommended by the joint
manufacturer.

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 I. INTRODUCTION

I. E. HANDRAILS, LADDERS, PLATFORMS

I. E. Handrails, Ladders, Platforms

Handrails, ladders, or platforms are not provided by
Chart unless specified in the purchase order. When
provided by Chart, these items are generally trial fit at
Chart’s fabrication facility and then shipped loose (see
Figure IX).

FIGURE IX
Installed Ladder, Handrails, and Platform

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 I. INTRODUCTION

I. F. STANDARD FACTORY TESTING, G. PAINTING,

H. LOOSE PARTS
I. F. Standard Factory Testing I. H. Loose Parts
I. F. 1. Cold Box Piping Test In order to prevent damage during shipping, several
After completion of welding of all pipe spools to parts will ship loose with the cold box. These items
equipment within the cold box, the piping is pneumatic include the breather valve, emergency vent hatch, any
tested at Chart’s fabrication facility. This test is ladders or handrails, pressure transmitters, control
performed at 1.1 times the design pressure of each valve actuators, and base plates. These parts must be
stream per ASME B31.3. The pressure is then assembled on site.
dropped to the design pressure and a soap film leak
test is performed on all piping welds.

I. F. 2. Standard Cold Box Casing Test

To assure a sturdy leak-tight construction, the cold
box is proof tested with air at 4 inH2O (10 mbarg) at
the Chart fabrication facility. No obvious leakage is
allowed. The box is then leak tested with air at 3 inH2O
(7.5 mbarg), using a standard soap test procedure and
pressure decay test.

I. G. Painting
Chart has extensive experience coating the external
carbon steel surfaces of cold boxes using a variety
of paint systems. The purchaser has the option to
specify the paint system to be used on a particular
project. The inside of the cold box is a dry, air
tight environment under nitrogen purge, therefore
painting on the inside is not required but can be
accommodated upon request. Refer to the Chart
generated project specific paint specification for
detailed information on the applied coating system.

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 I. INTRODUCTION

I. I. VALVES AND INSTRUMENTATION

I. I. Valves and Instrumentation installed directly into a brazed aluminum heat

I. I. 1. Control Valves exchanger layer is shown on the right side of Figure

Chart may provide control valves as part of a cold box XII. Skin type temperature elements are also available.

assembly. Typically, extended bonnet control valves

are used, which protrude through the cold box wall
as depicted in Figure X. This arrangement has no FIGURE X
bolted connection inside the cold box. The actuator Control Valve Setup
and positioner are attached to the end of the extension
Actuator
outside of the cold box. This allows all wiring and Inside of Cold Box
pneumatic lines to be connected and all valve
maintenance to be performed outside of the cold box.

Positioner
The customer is responsible for bringing wires and
pneumatic lines up to the control valve positioner. Outside of Cold Box
Because the purpose of a control valve is to drop the
pressure in a line, the valves are typically not the same
size as the main pipeline. The valves will have reducers FIGURE XI
on their inlets and outlets, and the inlet pipeline size
Control Valve Close-out
may be different than the outlet pipeline size. The valve
Steel ring
bonnet penetrates through the cold box wall and is
Insulation
closed out using a flexible boot as depicted in Figure XI. Micarta®

Micarta®
I. I. 2. Temperature Elements (RTD’s and
Sleeve
Thermocouples)
Chart may provide integral temperature elements installed Inside of cold box Outside of cold box
into the equipment inside a cold box. The temperature
elements will terminate outside of the cold box inside a
FIGURE XII
junction box. Inside the cold box, temperature elements are
In-pipe and In-layer Thermowells
contained within air tight shielding. The preferred type is
Threaded Core block
flexible shielding per Figure XIII. The wire is routed through
connection for bar column
Pipe
Unistrut®, as shown in Figure XIV, to protect it and guide it thermocouple
down to the wire penetration locations.

There are different ways to mount temperature elements

to the equipment. A thermowell installed directly into a pipe
is shown on the left side of Figure XII. A thermowell

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 I. INTRODUCTION

I. I. VALVES AND INSTRUMENTATION

I. I. 3. Junction Box
FIGURE XIII
Chart may provide a junction box on the outside of
Temperature Element Shielding
the cold box in which all temperature element lines
terminate. This simplifies the process of wiring plant Aluminum Mylar Teflon
instrumentation and control systems related to the cold
box since the wiring can conveniently be connected
to the terminals in the junction box. When supplied,
Chart typically uses a NEMA 4X rated junction box.
Teflon Drain Wire

I. I. 4. Pressure Tubing
Tubing for pressure measurement is normally 0.50
in (12.7 mm) diameter and routed directly from the
FIGURE XIV
Unistrut® for Wiring Frame end cap,
process line to a needle valve and optional transmitter green vinyl

on the outside of the box. It is desirable to vaporize

Wire retainer
any fluid before it reaches the measuring device. To
achieve this, the tubing is routed with a gentle rise
from the process line to the box wall and then routed
Unistrut®
near the box wall until it reaches the measuring device
(see Figure XV).

I. I. 5. Flow Meters
When flow meters are required to measure process
flow inside the cold box, Chart provides venturi
or orifice type flow meters. Where it is desired to
FIGURE XV
Pressure Tubing
measure the flow into the nitrogen purge system, a
4 in max
rotameter type flow meter is recommended. 12 (102 mm)
in
(30
5m
m)
ma
x
I. I. 6. Gas Detector
When cold boxes are used for hydrocarbon service,
Chart recommends the installation of a gas detector
onto the breather valve to detect any process leaks
inside the cold box. A threaded tap is typically
supplied on the breather vent nozzle for this purpose.

Rise (1 to 2) in/ft
Process line ([80 to 170] mm/m)

Tube union as required

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 BRAND ARCHITECTURE

II. A
 RRIVAL INSPECTION
AND STORAGE
A. First Arrival
B. Storage

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 II. ARRIVAL INSPECTION AND STORAGE

II. A. FIRST ARRIVAL

II. A. First Arrival For internal equipment shipped pressurized with

Upon arrival the cold box should be inspected for dry air or nitrogen, each stream is provided with a
shipping damage and contamination. Closely examine valve and coupling to which a pressure gauge can
the cold box for external damage. be mounted (see Figure XVI). A positive pressure
should be indicated on the gauge when the valves
Shipping blinds do not need to be removed for first arrival are opened. If a gauge does not indicate a positive
inspection. Do not remove the shipping blinds until final pressure and the valve and coupling connections
installation to prevent ingress of moisture and other have been checked for leakage, the stream should
contaminants. be repressurized with dry air or nitrogen to the
lesser of 15 psig (1 barg) or one-third the stream’s
design pressure. If a leak in the internal equipment,
shipping damage, or internal shipping contamination is
confirmed, consult Chart for further direction.

THE COLD BOX IS A CONFINED SPACE. II.A.1 Temperature Element Verification

PROPER SAFETY PROCEDURES AND For cold boxes that are equipped with temperature
PRECAUTIONS FOR CONFINED SPACE elements, verify the temperature elements have
ENTRY MUST BE PRACTICED. FAILURE continuity.
TO FOLLOW CONFINED SPACE ENTRY
PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN FIGURE XVI
SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Shipping Valve

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 II. ARRIVAL INSPECTION AND STORAGE

II. B. STORAGE

II. B. Storage
Prior to storage, verify cold box interior is sealed
air-tight. Inspect flexible closeout boots, flanges,
instrument ports, and other covered or sealed wall
openings for damage and proper sealing. Verify the
stream shipping pressure of the internal process
equipment by opening the shipping valves (see Figure
XVI). Close the shipping valves afterwards to prevent
loss of stream shipping pressure in the event the
pressure gauge is damaged.

Store the cold box in the as-shipped position, with

the weight concentrated at the structural frame
members in accordance with the construction
drawing. Take precautions to avoid water, dirt, and
other contaminants from entering the cold box during
storage.

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III. L
 IFTING AND
HANDLING
A. Lifting and Handling

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 III. LIFTING AND HANDLING

III. A. LIFTING AND HANDLING

III. A. Lifting and Handling

Lifting and handling instructions are provided with
all units. All handling must be in accordance with the
supplied instructions.
FAILURE TO HANDLE THE COLD BOX

Contact Chart prior to moving the unit if the handling PROPERLY DURING MOVEMENT AND

instructions are missing or additional information is ERECTION COULD RESULT IN THE

required. COLD BOX BEING DROPPED OR OTHER

ACCIDENTS, WHICH COULD CAUSE

Confirm the weight, dimensions, center of gravity, SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH

and lift connection details of the unit. Select the AS WELL AS IRREPARABLE DAMAGE TO

appropriate hoisting machines, spreader beams, THE UNIT.

slings, shackles, and other material handling tools

in consideration of the height, weight, and the angle
and direction of the hoisting. Carefully inspect
slings, cabling, and shackles for wear. Care should
be taken to avoid impacts to the unit. Rough or FIGURE XVII
improper handling can cause damage to the internal Cold Box Lift onto Shipping Barge
construction of the cold box.

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 III. LIFTING AND HANDLING

III. A. LIFTING AND HANDLING

FIGURE XVIII
Typical Lifting Drawing

HORI ZONTAL LI FT VERTI CAL LI FT

CRANE #1
136, 400 LBS.
[ 61870] KG.

CRANE #1
NOTE: NOTE:

1. TOTAL LOAD DURI NG LI FT = 136, 400 LBS. [ 61870] KG 1. TOTAL LOAD DURI NG LI FT = 136, 400 LBS. [ 61870] KG
( EXCL UDI NG LI FTI NG EQUI PMENT) ( EXCLUDI NG LI FTI NG EQUI PMENT)

2. SHI PPI NG SURFACE OF COLD BOX SHALL BE PROTECTED WI TH RUBBER MAT 4 2. BASE PLATES TO BE BOLTED I N PLACE BEFORE SETTI NG
[ 102]
( OR EQUI VALENT) . MATERI AL TO PROTECT PAI NT DURI NG TRANSPORTATI ON. COLD BOX ONTO FOUNDATI ON.
REF.
LI FTI NG PROCEDURE:

A. LI FT UNI T USI NG SPREADER BEAMS, WI TH BOTH CRANES, UNTI L

SUFFI CI ENT CLEARANCE HAS BEEN OBTAI NED TO ROTATE.
1
[ 25] B. ROTATE UNI T BY LOWERI NG CRANE #2 AND RAI SI NG CRANE #1.
REF. CRANE #2
C. LOWER UNI T ONTO BASE PLATES.

D. WELD BOX TO BASE PLATES PER DRAWI NG: _____F

. 63
[ 16]
REF.

D- RI NG DETAI L
110, 200 LBS. [ 49986] KG
MI NI MUM BREAKI NG LOAD, 4
[ 102]
( 14) PLACES
n9 1
[ 229] [ 25]
TYP.
n2. 88
[ 73]

CRANE #1
136, 400 LBS. 29. 5
[ 61870] KG. [ 749]
21. 5 EDGE OF
[ 546] COLD BOX
15
[ 381]

SPREADER BAR TO BE CENTERED

OVER CENTER OF GRAVI TY

SPREADER BAR ( BY OTHERS) 8 2

[ 203] [ 51]
16
[ 406]

LI FTI NG LUG DETAI L

SI ZED FOR 55 TON CROSBY G- 2130 SHACKLE,
PROVI DED BY CHART ( NEW I BERI A) , ( 6) PLACES

SLI NGS
( BY OTHERS) ,
TYP.

CRANE #1 CRANE #2
34, 400 LBS. 102, 000 LBS.
421 [ 15604] KG. [ 46266] KG.
[ 10704]
MI N.

SPREADER BAR ( BY OTHERS)

142
[ 3607] SLI NGS
142 ( BY OTHERS) ,
61 [ 3607] TYP.
[ 1549]
5°
5° MAX.
MAX.
D- RI NG 5° SEE LI FTI NG LUG
( FAR SI DE) , 5° 60° 60° MAX. 246. 5 83 DETAI L, ( 6) PLACES
( 2) PLACES MAX. MI N. MI N. [ 6261] [ 2108]

174
[ 4420]
SHI PPI NG
HEI GHT
CENTER CENTER CENTER CENTER
OF OF OF OF
GRAVI TY 74 GRAVI TY GRAVI TY GRAVI TY
[ 1880]

TRUCK BED
SEE D- RI NG
192 [ 4877] 228. 75 DETAI L,
SHI PPI NG WI DTH [ 5810] ( 14) PLACES DR STD ENGR SPEC
PROPRI ETARY AND CONFI DENTI AL
THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS PROPRIETARY INFORMATION BELONGING TO CHART Chart Energy &
DATE 11-6.00
ENERGY & CHEMICALS, INC. AND SHALL BE USED ONLY FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH
IT WAS SUPPLIED. IT SHALL NOT BE COPIED, REPRODUCED, OR OTHERWISE USED, NOR
Chemicals, Inc.
492 [ 12497] SHALL SUCH INFORMATION BE FURNISHED IN WHOLE OR IN PART TO OTHERS EXCEPT R 2191 Ward Ave., La Crosse, WI 54601 USA
CHKD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF ANY AGREEMENT UNDER WHICH IT WAS
SHI PPI NG LENGTH SUPPLIED OR WITH THE PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT OF CHART ENERGY & CHEMICALS,
DATE
COLD BOX
INC. AND SHALL BE RETURNED UPON REQUEST.

PROD ENG
DATE
UNLESS NOTED: DIMENSIONS IN INCHES OR INCHES [MM]
LEGEND LI FTI NG I NSTRUCTI ONS
MFG ENG PART NUMBER (PRODUCTION USE ONLY)
DATE JOINT DETAIL-REF.(PRODUCTION USE ONLY)
FIN DATA INFORMATION
SIZE DWG. NO. SHEET REV.
WELD ENG DIMENSIONAL REVISION
DATE THIRD ANGLE PROJECTION SPECIAL NOTATION D

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 BRAND ARCHITECTURE

IV. INSTALLATION
A. Base Plate Installation
B. G
 eneral Setting
Recommendations
C. Grounding
D. Temporary Bracing
E. Perlite Insulation
F. Nitrogen Purge System
G. Flanged Connections
H. Control Valve Actuators
I. Sealing Compound

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 IV. INSTALLATION

IV. A. BASE PLATE INSTALLATION, B. GENERAL SETTING

RECOMMENDATIONS, C. GROUNDING
IV. A. Base Plate Installation and potentially failing the lifting components. The scope
The cold box will generally be mounted to the of supply for the lifting equipment is identified on the
foundation by square base plates at the end of each lifting drawings as well.
column. Chart’s standard practice is to supply base
plates as shipped loose items with the cold box. The
recommended work flow is as follows.

• Set base plates on anchor bolts. FAILURE TO USE A SPREADER BEAM

DURING LIFTING WHEN A SPREADER
• Shim under base plates to assure levelness. BEAM IS SPECIFIED ON THE LIFTING
DRAWINGS CAN DAMAGE THE LIFTING
• Secure base plate to anchor bolts. COMPONENTS AND MAY RESULT IN
SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH
• Lift and set cold box on base plates. AND PROPERTY DAMAGE AS WELL AS
IRREPARABLE DAMAGE TO THE CHART
• Loosen nuts on base plates. EQUIPMENT AND THE VOIDING OF ANY
WARRANTIES APPLICABLE TO THE
• Weld base plates to corner posts and EQUIPMENT.
intermediate columns.

• Tighten nuts on base plates. IV. C. Grounding

The cold box steel casing must be properly grounded.
• Fill in and seal gaps underneath base plates with Two grounding lugs are provided on the bottom of the
grout. cold box casing for this purpose.

This method minimizes potential damage to the

anchor bolts and ensures that any unfavorable
tolerances will not cause difficulty fitting the cold box
onto the anchor bolts.

IV. B. General Setting Recommendations

Chart provides detailed lifting drawings for use when
transporting, moving, and erecting the cold box.
Spreader beam requirements are shown on the lifting
drawings and must be used to prevent over stressing

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 IV. INSTALLATION

IV. D. TEMPORARY BRACING

IV. D. Temporary Bracing

Before shipping, any piping susceptible to excessive
deflection or shipping vibration is fitted with temporary
bracing. These shipping supports are painted yellow
and must be removed after the cold box is up righted
and connected to field piping, but before it is filled
with insulation. A drawing marked with the locations
of all temporary carbon steel bracing is provided with
shipment.

EXERCISE EXTREME CARE TO KEEP

ALL STEEL WORKING TORCHES AND
FLAME CUTTING TOOLS AT A PROPER
DISTANCE FROM INTERNAL EQUIPMENT
IN ORDER TO PREVENT DAMAGE.

FAILURE TO REMOVE ALL TEMPORARY

BRACING MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY
INJURY OR DEATH AND PROPERTY
DAMAGE AS WELL AS IRREPARABLE
DAMAGE TO THE CHART EQUIPMENT
AND THE VOIDING OF ANY WARRANTIES
APPLICABLE TO THE EQUIPMENT.

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 IV. INSTALLATION

IV. E. PERLITE INSULATION, F. NITROGEN PURGE SYSTEM

IV. E. Perlite Insulation IV. F. Nitrogen Purge System

Perlite is typically used to insulate the open space Upon installation of the cold box, the nitrogen purge
inside the cold box. Perlite is a naturally occurring system must be fitted with the necessary components
siliceous volcanic rock that expands 4 to 20 times for operation (see Figure XIX). Typically a regulator
its original volume when heated. Perlite can either is used to drop the pressure of the nitrogen purge
be expanded on site or purchased in bulk already supply to a low value, normally between (5 to 20)
expanded. It is critical to keep the perlite dry during psig ([0.3 to 1.4] barg). A flow meter with integral
installation. Therefore, it is recommended that the top needle valve are used to finely control the flow rate.
of the box be covered with plastic sheeting to prevent The breather valve and emergency vent must be
precipitation from accidentally entering the cold box installed prior to connecting the nitrogen supply to the
during installation. Because perlite is extremely light, nitrogen purge system access connection to prevent
this also helps prevent wind from interfering with the overpressurization of the cold box interior.
installation process. The perlite will tend to settle over
time. It is recommended to top off the perlite about 1
BREATHER EMERGENCY
month after the initial filling. VENT
VALVE

FIGURE XIX
Typical Nitrogen Purge System

TYPICAL
CUSTOMER
SCOPE

COLD BOX

P0 P1 P2

PG PG
DISTRIBUTION PURGE HEADER
FI

BALL WITH INTEGRAL BALL

N2 SUPPLY PCV
VALVE VALVE VALVE
"Y" TYPE
STRAINER
N2 SUPPLY
HEADER CONNECTION

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 IV. INSTALLATION

IV. G. FLANGED CONNECTIONS

IV. G. Flanged Connections Exercise care to protect the machined face of the flange
IV. G. 1. Pressure Testing With Shipping Blinds against scratches, dents, or other damage that will reduce
Do not pressurize blind flanges above 25 psig (1.7 the effectiveness of the gasket in making a proper seal.
barg) without confirming blind flange design pressure.
The two mating surfaces of the flanges must be parallel
with each other prior to connecting. Flange faces must
be aligned to the design plane to within 0.06 in/ft (0.5%)
maximum, measured across the diameter of the flange
IF A FIELD PRESSURE TEST IS TO BE mating surface, and flange bolt holes must be aligned to
CONDUCTED WITH PRESSURE ABOVE within 0.12 in (3 mm) maximum offset.
25 PSIG (1.7 BARG) BEFORE THE BLIND
FLANGE IS REMOVED, CONFIRM THE Connections should be made by gradually tightening
MAXIMUM WORKING PRESSURE RATING diametrically opposite bolt pairs and tightening the pairs in a
OF THE BLIND FLANGE. sequence which most uniformly loads the gasket. Installed
bolts and gaskets shipped with the blind flange must not be
used for making final connections as they are not designed
for cryogenic service. Stainless steel bolts and nuts must

OVERPRESSURIZATION OF BLIND be used for the final field connection for cryogenic service.

FLANGES NOT DESIGNED FOR Stainless steel washers must be used under the bolt heads

PRESSURE TEST PURPOSES COULD or nuts on the aluminum flange, and threads should be

RESULT IN A RUPTURE OF THE lubricated for proper torque wrench applications.

FLANGED ENDS WHICH MAY RESULT

IN SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH
AND PROPERTY DAMAGE AS WELL AS
IRREPARABLE DAMAGE TO THE CHART
INSTALLED BOLTS AND GASKETS SHIPPED
EQUIPMENT AND THE VOIDING OF ANY
WITH THE BLIND FLANGE MUST NOT BE
WARRANTIES APPLICABLE TO THE
USED FOR MAKING FINAL CONNECTIONS
EQUIPMENT.
AS THEY ARE NOT DESIGNED FOR
CRYOGENIC SERVICE. FAILURE TO REPLACE
THE SHIPPING BOLTING WITH BOLTING
ADEQUATE FOR THE INTENDED SERVICE
CAN RESULT IN RUPTURE OF THE FLANGE
JOINT AND COULD CAUSE SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

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 IV. INSTALLATION

IV. G. FLANGED CONNECTIONS

IV. G. 2. Steel Flanges: Bolt torques for use with Aluminum Class 150
When bolting to Chart equipment provided with Flanges:
steel flanges, suitable gaskets and bolting should
Bolt Size TPI Torque Torque
be selected giving consideration to the service (in) (ft-lbs) Increments
pressure, service temperature, and internal fluids.
1/2 13 30 Snug, then full torque
Chart recommends consulting with a reputable gasket
5/8 11 60
manufacturer for assistance in proper gasket selection
3/4 10 100
and bolt torque recommendations.
7/8 9 160 Snug, 1/2 torque,

1 8 245 then full torque

IV. G. 3. Aluminum Flanges 1-1/8 8 355
When bolting to Chart BAHX supplied with aluminum 1-1/4 8 500
flanges Chart has specific recommendations as follows: 1-3/8 8 680

1-1/2 8 800 Snug, 1/3 torque, 2/3

Gasket Recommendations: 1-5/8 8 1100 torque, then full torque

Chart recommends Flexitallic Change gaskets or

TM 1-3/4 8 1500

equivalent (m=2.5, y=6400 psi [44.1 MPa]).

Bolting recommendations:

Down to Below -50 °F Below -50 °F

-50 °F (-45 °C) (-45 °C) (-45 °C)
Stud Diameters Stud Diameters
thru 1.5 inches above 1.5 inches
(38 mm) (38 mm)

Studs SA193 B7 SA320 B8 CL2 SA193 B8M2

Nuts A194 GR 2H SA194 GR 8 SA194 GR 8

Recommended Bolt Torques:

All bolting must be given a final tightening by torque wrench.

For Aluminum Flanges Class 300 and above:

Reference gasket manufacture recommendations.

For Aluminum Class 150 Flanges:

Bolts are to be torqued to the full value shown in the table
below and then re-torqued after 15 minutes. Torque values
are based on a resultant bolt stress of 30,000 psi (207 MPa)
assuming well lubricated studs, nuts, and washers.

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 IV. INSTALLATION

IV. H. REINSTALLING CONTROL VALVE ACTUATORS,

IV. I. JUNCTION BOX SEALING COMPOUND
IV. H. Reinstalling Control Valve Actuators: IV. I. Junction Box Sealing Compound:
Control valve actuators can be reinstalled by site personnel For junction boxes utilizing outlet boxes, installation of fiber
or by the control valve manufacturer’s service group. and sealing compound is required after the cold box is
installed. Prior to installing fiber and sealing compound,
Confirm the shipping purge pressure is taken out of the perform a continuity check on all temperature elements.
piping system before the actuators are reinstalled. Fiber and sealing compound will be shipped loose, follow
The packing retainer assembly goes over the stem before the specific instructions provided with the products
starting to screw the actuator onto the stem. Next, the
actuator is to be screwed onto the stem, confirm the stem is
not turning during this phase, the stem may need to be held FIGURE XX
back-up. Damage to the valve seating surfaces may occur Junction Box Sealing Compound
if the stem is allowed to turn. Stop screwing the actuator
on after there are 5-6 threads showing on the stem.
Re-attach the actuator retainer clamps and the packing
retainer hardware, confirm both are tight. When tightening
the packing retainer hardware confirm even tightening.
Lastly, tighten the stem locking screw. Calibrate the valve/
positioner per the positioner IOM.
This installation is for the most typical type of control valve
utilized, consult the specific control valve IOMs prior to
reinstalling actuator.

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V. TESTING AND
OPERATION
A. Operation of Nitrogen Purge System
B. Heat Exchangers
C. Strainers
D. Testing of Piping System
E. Initial Startup

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 V. TESTING AND OPERATION

V. A. NITROGEN PURGE SYSTEM, V. B. HEAT EXCHANGERS,

V. C. STRAINERS, V. D. TESTING OF FIELD PIPING SYSTEM
V. A. Operation of Nitrogen Purge System (See V. B. Heat Exchangers
Figure XIX) Refer to Chart Energy & Chemicals BAHX IOM
Use the nitrogen purge pressure regulator (PCV) to Manual for specific testing instructions for brazed
set the pressure (P2) entering the nitrogen purge flow aluminum heat exchangers.
meter (Fl) within the range of (5 to 20) psig ([0.3 to
1.4] barg). The integral valve on the flow meter (Fl) is V. C. Strainers
used to finely control nitrogen flow. The nitrogen will Refer to Chart Energy & Chemicals BAHX IOM
flow through the nitrogen purge system, into the cold Manual for information on using strainers.
box casing interior, and leave via the breather valve
on the roof. The breather valve is set to maintain a V. D. Testing of Field Piping System
positive pressure on the cold box of 3.0 inH20 (7.5
mbarg). Project specific purge rates are provided with
engineering documentation. Nitrogen supply shall
have a maximum dew point of -40°F (-40°C), some
processes may require a lower dew point. DO NOT EXCEED THE TEST PRESSURE
VALUE STATED ON THE COLD
V. A. 1. Dehumidification Purge BOX CONSTRUCTION DRAWING.
Prior to startup, the cold box shall be purged of OVERPRESSURIZATION OF THE PIPING
moisture that may have entered. After installation of SYSTEM OR EQUIPMENT COULD RESULT
the breather valve, emergency vent, and perlite, set the IN A RUPTURE AND CAUSE SERIOUS
nitrogen flow rate to provide approximately two volume PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
changes of the casing every 24 hours. Maintain this
purge at least two days and until cold box interior is dry.
Most codes require a pressure test of the field piping
V. A. 2. Continuous Purge system after the unit is installed. Residual test liquid
Normal atmospheric pressure and temperature changes which may become trapped within the unit cannot be
can cause the casing to breathe. Hence, a continuous tolerated, since during operation the liquid may freeze
purge set at a rate to provide approximately one and cause serious damage and possible failure of the
volume change of the casing every 24 hours should equipment. Therefore, a pneumatic test is most often
be performed. It should also be performed during performed. The pneumatic proof test pressure shall
shutdowns to prevent ingress of moisture into the perlite. comply with the requirements of the applicable code,
but shall not exceed the test pressure shown on the
If a continuous purge is not conducted during a Chart drawing.
shutdown, even though the casing is not opened, a
check should be made for contaminants upon startup to
see if a dehumidification purge should be performed.

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 V. TESTING AND OPERATION

V. D. INITIAL STARTUP

V. D. Initial Startup
Prior to initial startup of the cold box ensure that
all plant piping is clear of dirt, debris, and other
contaminants. Expect strainers and filters to require
frequent cleaning during initial startup. It is critical
that water or moisture is not allowed to enter the cold
box process piping or steel casing prior to or during
operation. If water ingress has occurred, it must be
purged with dry gas (-40 °F [-40 °C] dew point or lower)
until completely dry.

WATER IN THE COLD BOX PIPING OR

CASING INTERIOR MAY FREEZE DURING
OPERATION WHICH MAY RESULT IN
SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH
AND PROPERTY DAMAGE AS WELL AS
IRREPARABLE DAMAGE TO THE CHART
EQUIPMENT AND THE VOIDING OF ANY
WARRANTIES APPLICABLE TO THE
EQUIPMENT.

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 BRAND ARCHITECTURE

VI. MAINTENANCE
A. General
B. Cleaning
C. Repairs and Service
D. Disposal

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 VI. MAINTENANCE

VI. A. GENERAL, B. CLEANING

VI. A. General
The owners and operators should establish an
inspection schedule based on service, operating
conditions, and code requirements
PRIOR TO THE INSPECTION, TESTING,

The inspections should also be performed if damage OR REPAIRING OF ANY UNIT, WHETHER

is suspected, or if there is concern about the current IN SERVICE OR RECENTLY REMOVED

status of the cold box, or lack of knowledge of the FROM OPERATION, THE SYSTEM MUST BE

operating history of the cold box. SAFETY CHECKED AND CLEARED PRIOR
TO THE ADMITTANCE OF PERSONNEL.

A maintenance log must be kept to record normal

operating procedures, any plant upsets, shut downs,
and any other operating conditions.

CONTACT CHART PRIOR TO THE

Potential warning signs where equipment requires INTRODUCTION OF ANY CLEANING FLUID
inspection or repair prior to continued operation: TO THE COLD BOX SYSTEM TO ENSURE
COMPATIBILITY WITH THE SYSTEM.
• Frost spots on cold box wall INTRODUCTION OF INCOMPATIBLE
CLEANING FLUID MAY COLLAPSE OR
• Indications from gas detection sensors CORRODE EQUIPMENT OR STRUCTURES
WHICH MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY
• Visible signs of corrosion INJURY OR DEATH AND PROPERTY
DAMAGE AS WELL AS IRREPARABLE
• Excessive venting DAMAGE TO THE CHART EQUIPMENT
AND THE VOIDING OF ANY WARRANTIES
• Changes in internal cold box pressure APPLICABLE TO THE EQUIPMENT.

If any of these warning signs are present contact Chart

VI. B. Cleaning
Prior to the inspection, testing, or repairing of any unit, If cleaning of the process piping or equipment inside
whether in service or recently removed from operation, the cold box is to occur, caution must be taken to
the system must be safety checked and cleared prior ensure that the cleaning method does not harm the
to the admittance of personnel for any inspection or cold box or the equipment it contains.
service function.

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 VI. MAINTENANCE

VI. B. CLEANING, C. REPAIRS AND SERVICE, D. DISPOSAL

If the cleaning method involves introducing a non- Repair to the cold box or the equipment inside should
design fluid into the system, care must be taken only be made by Chart authorized personnel. Repairs
to ensure that the internal supports can withstand made during the warranty period by unauthorized
the additional weight of the cleaning fluid and that service personnel will void the Chart warranty.
the allowable pipe stresses are not exceeded. The
supports are designed for the weight of the process VI. D. Disposal
fluid according to the design specifications only. The Chart encourages recycling whenever possible.
additional weight of a higher density cleaning fluid Disposal should be in accordance with all applicable
may cause collapse of equipment, piping, or support laws and regulations.
systems.

Care must be taken to adhere to the corrosion and

temperature guidelines for aluminum stated in the
BAHX IOM Manual. Contact Chart to ensure cleaning
fluid compatibility with the cold box design.

VI. C. Repairs and Service

If leaks develop in the process piping or equipment
inside the cold box, the breather valve will continue to
vent, but the cold box pressure may rise. If it reaches
4.0 inH20 (10 mbarg), the emergency vent will open to
prevent structural damage to the casing. The internal
cold box pressure will stabilize after the emergency
vent has activated. The emergency vent cover should
not be replaced until the cause of the leak has been
corrected.

If a leak is detected, notify Chart for repair

recommendations. Chart is well qualified and staffed
to perform field or factory service and repair on this
type of equipment. Refer to the serial number shown
on the unit nameplate when contacting Chart.

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Chart Energy & Chemicals, Inc. 8665 New Trails Drive, Suite 100
2191 Ward Avenue The Woodlands, TX 77381 USA
La Crosse, WI 54601 USA Phone: +1-281-364-8700
Phone: +1-608-787-3333
www.chartindustries.com/bahx
Chart Lifecycle, Inc.
3415 Earl B. Wilson E-mail: [email protected]
New Iberia, LA 70560 USA Tel: +1-317-535-4315
Phone: +1-337-369-9195

INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAIN-

TENANCE MANUAL
FOR CHART COLD BOX ASSEMBLIES

MARCH 2025