Note: Classification is not because of the vessel itself, b

valves, sample valves, instrument drain valves.. and nu

and fittings around the vessel. Associated equipment (e
discs, and level controllers) must be considered separa
Note: Some pressure vessels (e.g., filter-separators) are
conditions. In such cases, the area around the opening
accordance with Section 10.6.6, Launcher or Receiver.
e of the vessel itself, but for the control
drain valves.. and numerous other valves
sociated equipment (e.g., relief valves, rupture
be considered separately.
, filter-separators) are opened under nonnal
a around the opening should be classified in
auncher or Receiver.