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General Operating Procedures: Exp/Gas Absorption
General Operating Procedures: Exp/Gas Absorption
stated in the manufacturer's manuals supplied with the absorption unit prior to operation. The
following procedures will serve as a quick reference for operating the unit.
General Start-Up Procedures
1. Ensure all valves are closed except the ventilation valve V13.
2. Check that all gas connections are properly fitted.
3. Open the valve on the compressed air supply line. Set the supply pressure to between
2 to 3 bar by turning the regulator knob clockwise.
4. Open the shut-off valve on the CO2 gas cylinder. Check that the CO2 cylinder
pressure is sufficient. Replace the cylinder if necessary.
5. Turn on the power for the control panel.
General Shut-Down Procedures
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Appendix
Generalized correlation for pressure drop in packed columns (1 in.H2O/ft = 817 Pa/m)
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