CHART Perma-Cyl 230 User manual

Part Number 10961999 Rev. G
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Product Manual
Perma-Cyl®MicroBulk Storage Systems
230/265/450/700/1000/1500/2000/3000

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Product Manual - Perma-Cyl®MicroBulk Storage Systems
Contents
Revision Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v
Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Product Benets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Product Advantages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Product Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Acronyms / Abbreviations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Safety Bulletin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Oxygen Decient Atmospheres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Oxygen Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Oxygen Enriched Atmospheres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Nitrogen and Argon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Carbon Dioxide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Introduction/Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Initial Inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Primary Plumbing Circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Fill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Pressure Build . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Economizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Liquid Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Gas Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Safety Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Vent/Full Trycock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Other Piping Circuits and Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Phase Lines and Liquid Level Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Four-Way Valve. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Pressure Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2000 and 3000 VHP Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2000 and 3000 VHP Primary Plumbing Circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Installation Common Codes and Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Conducting a Site Evaluation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Installation Tools and Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Additional Required Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Indoor Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Internally Sited / Filled Indoors / Pipe Out Safeties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Wall Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Installation of Hoses and Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Line Connection to Fill Box Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Bolting to Floor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Outdoor Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Externally Sited / Gas Use Indoors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Outdoor Installation Schematic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

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First Fill/Purge Procedure, ASME: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Purging the Tank Prior to Filling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
First Fill Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Filling the Tank After the Cool Down Process is Complete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Filling Procedures, DOT: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Filling Weight Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Illustrations & Parts Listing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Perma-Cyl 230/265 LCCM Schematics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Perma-Cyl 230/265 DOT LCCM Round Base Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Perma-Cyl 230/265 DOT LCCM Square Base Top View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Congure to Order. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Conguration 01 - Perma-Cyl 230/450/700/1000 MP/HP, 450/1000 VHP, 1500 HP . . . . . . . 31
Conguration 02 - Perma-Cyl 230/450/700/1000 MP/HP, 450/1000VHP, 1500 HP . . . . . . . 32
Conguration 03 - Perma-Cyl 450/700/1000 MP/HP, 450/1000VHP, 1500 HP . . . . . . . . . .32
Conguration 04 - Perma-Cyl 450/700/1000 MP/HP, 450/1000 VHP, 1500 HP. . . . . . . . . .33
Conguration 05 - Perma-Cyl 450/700/1000 MP/HP, 450/1000VHP, 1500 HP . . . . . . . . . .33
Conguration 07 - Perma-Cyl 1000 VHP, 1500 VHP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Conguration 02 - Perma-Cyl 1500 VHP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Conguration 03 - Perma-Cyl 1500 VHP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Perma-Cyl 230-01 Chart Standard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Perma-Cyl 230-02 Cyl-Tel®Liquid Level Gauge Service Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Perma-Cyl 450/700-01 Chart Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Perma-Cyl 450/700-02 Cyl-Tel®Liquid Level Gauge Service Valve. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Perma-Cyl 450/700-03 Service Valves & High Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Perma-Cyl 450/700-04 Low Pressure Liquid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Perma-Cyl 450/700-05 CO2Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Perma-Cyl 230/450/700 Standard Parts List: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Perma-Cyl 230/450/700 Options: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Perma-Cyl 1000-01 Chart Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Perma-Cyl 1000-02 Cyl-Tel®Liquid Level Gauge Service Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Perma-Cyl 1000-03 Service Valves & High Pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Perma-Cyl 1000-04 Low Pressure Liquid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Perma-Cyl 1000-05 CO2Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Perma-Cyl 1000-07 ZX Super-Charged PB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Perma-Cyl 1000 Standard Parts List: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Perma-Cyl 1000 Options: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Perma-Cyl 1500 HP-02 Cyl-Tel®Liquid Level Gauge Service Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Perma-Cyl 1500 HP-03 Service Valves & High Pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Perma-Cyl 1500 HP-04 Low Pressure Liquid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Perma-Cyl 1500 HP-05 CO2Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Perma-Cyl 1500 HP Standard Parts List: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Perma-Cyl 1500 HP Options: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Perma-Cyl 1500 VHP-02 Cyl-Tel®Liquid Level Gauge Service Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Perma-Cyl 1500 VHP-03 Service Valves & High Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Perma-Cyl 1500 VHP-07 ZX Super-Charged PB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Perma-Cyl 1500 VHP Standard Parts List: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Perma-Cyl 1500 VHP Options: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Perma-Cyl 2000/3000 HP Plumbing Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Perma-Cyl 2000/3000 HP Parts List: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Perma-Cyl 2000/3000 HP Standard Product Connections: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Perma-Cyl 2000 VHP Plumbing Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Perma-Cyl 2000 VHP Parts List: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

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Revision Log
Revision Level Date Description
A 06/20/2001 Correct part number on pages 20 and 21, item number 8 from 10746447 to
11488591
B 04/02/2002 Updated Perma-Cyl line for congured to order
C 10/01/2003 General Update
D 10/31/2005 Replace 5-way valve 11627651 with 11939013 per ECO#12252
E 05/26/2015 Combine Operation and Installation Manuals into one Product Manual. Also
include PN 11630833, 14422722 and 11869772 in this Product Manual.
F 08/14/2015 Remove obsolete part numbers from Illustrations and Parts Listing section, add
PPE information to Safety section.
G 08/21/2018 Updated Specication table, remove 300 information
Perma-Cyl 2000 VHP Standard Product Connections: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Perma-Cyl 3000 VHP Plumbing Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Perma-Cyl 3000 VHP Parts List: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Perma-Cyl 3000 VHP Standard Product Connections: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Chart Packaged Gas Products Warranty Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

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General
The Perma-Cyl® MicroBulk Storage System allows users
to enjoy the benets of on-site gas delivery. Gone are the
hassles, waste, and expense of full-for-empty gas cylinders.
Using Perma-Cyl tanks, there are no cylinders to change,
no residual gas losses, no back, hand or foot injuries from
handling cylinders, and no lost or damaged cylinders.
The Perma-Cyl tank is reliable, ecient, and more
economical than comparable transportable cylinders.
Designed for a higher level of thermal eciency, they can
hold their gas contents longer with lower pressure rise than
other similar vessels. Their extraordinary thermal quality
limits product losses during extended periods of little gas
use.
The innovative Perma-Cyl storage system incorporates a top
ll oat designed to allow single-hose lling without losses.
It automatically shuts o the Orca™MicroBulk Delivery
System for a safe and reliable ll.
Product Benets
• The rst “ll-at-site solution” for packaged or cylinder
gas users
• Fast lling capable
• Single hose no-loss lling
• Automatic ll shuto when used with an Orca delivery
system
• Extended holding times
• Telemetry ready with Cyl-Tel®Liquid Level Gauge
Product Advantages
• Sizes, pressures and congurations to meet most
applications
• Capacities from 230 liters to 3,000 liters (60.8 gal to 715
gal)
• Pressures from 235 psig to 500 psig (16.2 bar to 34.5 bar)
• Patented automatic ll shut-o feature with optional ll
box allows for remote lling from outside the building or
compound when a Perma-Cyl tank is installed indoors
• The Orca delivery system automatically safely stops the
ll process when Perma-Cyl tank is full
• Patented Cyl-Tel liquid level gauge supports remote
alarms or telemetry communications
• High-pressure high ow models for laser assist
applications
• Combination pressure control regulators with micrometer
adjustment knob or screw
• Outdoor or indoor installation and operation
Product Manual
This manual contains information regarding the safe
operation and maintenance of a Perma-Cyl MicroBulk
Storage System. It should be thoroughly read and understood
by anyone that operates the equipment.
The schematics, piping illustrations, and parts list show a
reference number for each component used on the tank.
The reference numbers may refer to the same functional
component between the various models. The reference
numbers will be used throughout this manual to draw specic
attention to a component while describing its function,
operation, or repair.
The safety requirements for operating the tank and handling
or transporting extremely cold liquid products are shown
in the Safety section. Use this safety section as a “Safety
Checklist” each time the equipment is being used.
The Introduction section discusses the general features of the
tank and the theory of operation.
In the Installation section there are illustrations for how to
uncrate and install the tank.
The remaining sections describe the specic tank models
covered by this manual. They contain warranty information,
troubleshooting help, technical specications/illustrations,
and parts lists. They should be reviewed rst and referred to
as the rest of the manual is read.
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Terms
Throughout this manual safety precautions will be designated
as follows:
Warning! Description of a condition that
can result in personal injury or
death.
Caution! Description of a condition that
can result in equipment or
component damage.
Note: A statement that contains information
that is important enough to emphasize or
repeat.
Acronyms / Abbreviations
The following acronyms / abbreviations are used throughout
this manual:
Ar Argon
ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers
BAR Pressure (Metric)
CGA Compressed Gas Association
CO2Carbon Dioxide
DOT Department of Transportation
FPT Female Pipe Thread
Kg Kilogram
LAR Liquid Argon
LIN Liquid Nitrogen
MAWP Maximum Allowable Working Pressure
N2Nitrogen
Nm3Normal Cubic Meters
NER Normal Evaporation Rate
NFPA National Fire Protection Association
NPT National Pipe Tapered Thread
O2Oxygen
PB Pressure Builder
PN Part Number
PSI Pounds per Square Inch
PSIG Pounds per Square Inch (Gauge)
RV Relief Valve
SCF Standard Cubic Feet
SCFH Standard Cubic Feet/Hour
SCM Standard Cubic Meters
UFC Uniform Fire Code

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General
While the Perma-Cyl®MicroBulk Storage System is
designed and built to the most rigid standards, no piece of
mechanical equipment can ever be made 100% foolproof.
Strict compliance with proper safety and handling practices
are necessary when using a cryogenic manifold device or
other compressed gas equipment. We recommend that all
of our customers re-emphasize safety and safe handling
practices to all their employees and customers. It is essential
that the customer carefully read and fully understand all
Warning and Caution notes listed below.
Warning! Only Perma-Cyl 230L and 450L
models are suitable to transport
full of liquid.
For over-the-road transportation
of tanks other than 230L and
450L, the tank pressure must be
reduced to no more than 22 psig.
Warning! The Perma-Cyl tank, with its
stainless steel support system
is designed, manufactured, and
tested to function normally for
many years of service. It is never
safe to drop a tank or let it fall
over in oxygen or any cryogenic
service. In the event a tank is
inadvertently dropped, tipped
over, or abused, slowly raise it to
its normal vertical position and
immediately open the vent valve
to release any excess pressure
in a safe manner. As soon as
possible, remove the liquid
product from the tank in a safe
manner. If the tank has been used
in oxygen service, purge it with
an inert gas (nitrogen). If damage
is evident or suspected, return
the unit to Chart prominently
marked “LIQUID CYLINDER
DROPPED, INSPECT FOR
DAMAGE”.
Warning! Any welding that is done on the
outside of the Perma-Cyl System
can cause loss of vacuum and
will VOID any warranty on the
unit.
Warning! Before removing tank parts or
loosening ttings, completely
empty the tank of liquid and
release the entire vapor pressure
in a safe manner. External
valves and ttings can become
extremely cold and may cause
painful burns to personnel unless
properly protected. Personnel
must wear protective gloves
and eye protection whenever
removing parts or loosening
ttings. Failure to do so may
result in personal injury because
of extreme cold and pressure in
the tank.
Caution! Only use replacement equipment
which is compatible with liquid
oxygen and has been cleaned
for oxygen use. Do not use
regulators, ttings, hoses, etc.,
which have been previously
used in compressed air service.
Failure to comply with these
instructions may result in serious
damage to the tank and personal
injury.
Caution! All valves on an empty Perma-
Cyl system should always be
kept closed to protect the inner
vessel and plumbing from being
contaminated.
Safety Bulletin
Portions of the following information are extracted from
Safety Bulletin SB-2 from the Compressed Gas Association,
Inc. Additional information on oxygen, nitrogen, argon, and
cryogenics is available from the CGA.
Cryogenic containers, stationary or portable, are from time
to time subjected to assorted environmental conditions of
an unforeseen nature. This safety bulletin is intended to call
attention to the fact that whenever a cryogenic container
is involved in any incident whereby the container or its
safety devices are damaged, good safety practices must be
followed. The same holds true whenever the integrity or
function of a container is suspected of abnormal operation.
Incidents which require that such practices be followed
include: highway accidents, immersion of a container in
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water, exposure to extreme heat or re, and exposure to most
adverse weather conditions (earthquake, tornadoes, etc.).
Under no circumstances should a damaged container be left
with product in it for an extended period of time.
Prior to reusing a damaged container, the unit must be
tested, evaluated, and repaired as necessary. It is highly
recommended that any damaged container be returned to
Chart for repair and re-certication.
In the event of known or suspected container vacuum
problems (even if an extraordinary circumstances such as
those noted above has not occurred), do not continue to use
the unit. Continued use of a cryogenic container that has a
vacuum problem can lead to embrittlement and cracking.
The remainder of this safety bulletin addresses those adverse
environments that may be encountered when a cryogenic
container has been severely damaged. These are oxygen
decient atmospheres, oxygen enriched atmospheres, and
exposure to inert gases.
Caution! Before locating oxygen
equipment, become familiar
with the NFPA standard No.
55 “Compressed Gases and
Cryogenic Fluids Code” (www.
nfpa.org) and with all local safety
codes.
Oxygen Decient Atmospheres
Warning! Nitrogen and argon vapors in air
may dilute the concentration of
oxygen necessary to support or
sustain life. Exposure to such
an oxygen decient atmosphere
can lead to unconsciousness and
serious injury, including death.
The normal oxygen content of air is approximately 21%.
Depletion of oxygen content in air, either by combustion
or by displacement with inert gas, is a potential hazard and
users should exercise suitable precautions.
One aspect of this possible hazard is the response of humans
when exposed to an atmosphere containing only 8 to 12%
oxygen. In this environment, unconsciousness can be
immediate with virtually no warning.
When the oxygen content of air is reduced to about 15
to 16%, the ame of ordinary combustible materials,
including those commonly used as fuel for heat or light,
may be extinguished. Somewhat below this concentration,
an individual breathing the air is mentally incapable of
diagnosing the situation because the onset of symptoms
such as sleepiness, fatigue, lassitude, loss of coordination,
errors in judgment and confusion can be masked by a state of
“euphoria,” leaving the victim with a false sense of security
and well being.
Human exposure to atmosphere containing 12% or less
oxygen leads to rapid unconsciousness. Unconsciousness can
occur so rapidly that the user is rendered essentially helpless.
This can occur if the condition is reached by an immediate
change of environment, or through the gradual depletion of
oxygen.
Most individuals working in or around oxygen decient
atmospheres rely on the “buddy system” for protection -
obviously the “buddy” is equally susceptible to asphyxiation
if he or she enters the area to assist the unconscious partner
unless equipped with a portable air supply. Best protection
is obtainable by equipping all individuals with a portable
supply of respirable air. Life lines are acceptable only if the
area is essentially free of obstructions and individuals can
assist one another without constraint.
If an oxygen decient atmosphere is suspected or known to
exist:
1. Use the “buddy system.” Use more than one “buddy” if
necessary to move a fellow worker in an emergency.
2. Both the worker and “buddy” should be equipped with
self-contained or airline breathing equipment.
Oxygen Cleaning
When replacing components, only use parts which are
considered compatible with liquid oxygen and have been
properly cleaned for oxygen service (Refer to CGA Bulletin
G-4.1 “Equipment Cleaned for Oxygen Service”). Do not
use regulators, ttings, or hoses which were previously
used in a compressed air environment on these tanks. Only
oxygen compatible sealants or Teon tape should be used on
threaded ttings. All new piping joints should be leak tested
with an oxygen compatible leak-test solution.
Caution! Failure to comply with these
instructions may result in serious
damage to the system and
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Oxygen Enriched Atmospheres
An oxygen-enriched atmosphere occurs whenever the normal
oxygen content of air is allowed to rise above 23%. While
oxygen is nonammable, ignition of combustible materials
can occur more readily in an oxygen-rich atmosphere than
in air; and combustion proceeds at a faster rate although no
more heat is released.
It is important to locate an oxygen system in a well
ventilated location since oxygen-rich atmospheres may
collect temporarily in conned areas during the functioning
of a safety relief device or leakage from the system.
Oxygen system components, including but not limited to,
containers, valves, valve seats, lubricants, ttings, gaskets
and interconnecting equipment including hoses, shall have
adequate compatibility with oxygen under the conditions
of temperature and pressure to which the components may
be exposed in the containment and use of oxygen. Easily
ignitable materials shall be avoided unless they are parts of
equipment or systems that are approved, listed, or proven
suitable by tests or by past experience.
Compatibility involves both combustibility and ease of
ignition. Materials that burn in air may burn violently in pure
oxygen at normal pressure, and explosively in pressurized
oxygen. In addition, many materials that do not burn in
air may do so in pure oxygen, particularly when under
pressure. Metals for containers and piping must be carefully
selected, depending on service conditions. The various steels
are acceptable for many applications, but some service
conditions may call for other materials (usually copper or
its alloy) because of their greater resistance to ignition and
lower rate of combustion.
Similarly, materials that can be ignited in air have lower
ignition energies in oxygen. Many such materials may
be ignited by friction at a valve seat or stem packing, or
by adiabatic compression produced when oxygen at high
pressure is rapidly introduced into a system initially at low
pressure.
Warning! If clothing should be splashed
with liquid oxygen it will become
highly ammable and easily
ignited while concentrated
oxygen remains. Such clothing
must be aired out immediately,
removing the clothing if possible,
and should not be considered
safe for at least 30 minutes.
Nitrogen and Argon
Nitrogen and argon (inert gases) are simple asphyxiates.
Neither gas will support or sustain life and can produce
immediate hazardous conditions through the displacement
of oxygen. Under high pressure these gases may produce
narcosis even though an adequate oxygen supply sucient
for life is present.
Nitrogen and argon vapors in air dilute the concentration
of oxygen necessary to support or sustain life. Inhalation
of high concentrations of these gases can cause anoxia,
resulting in dizziness, nausea, vomiting, or unconsciousness
and possibly death. Individuals should be prohibited from
entering areas where the oxygen content is below 19%
unless equipped with a self-contained breathing apparatus.
Unconsciousness and death may occur with virtually no
warning if the oxygen concentration is below approximately
8%. Contact with cold nitrogen or argon gas or liquid can
cause cryogenic (extreme low temperature) burns and freeze
body tissue.
Persons suering from lack of oxygen should be
immediately moved to areas with normal atmospheres.
SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS MAY BE
REQUIRED TO PREVENT ASPHYXIATION OF RESCUE
WORKERS. Assisted respiration and supplemental oxygen
should be given if the victim is not breathing. If cryogenic
liquid or cold boil-o gas contacts worker’s skin or eyes,
the aected tissue should be ooded or soaked with tepid
water (105-115ºF or 41-46ºC). DO NOT USE HOT WATER.
Cryogenic burns that result in blistering or deeper tissue
freezing should be examined promptly by a physician.
Carbon Dioxide
The system described in this manual has the ability to hold
and dispense carbon dioxide (CO2) gas under pressure.
Warning! Asphyxiation hazard. Carbon
dioxide gas can cause serious
injury or death. Do not breathe
CO2gas. Avoid entering tank
area if a leak is suspected and
thoroughly ventilate area.
CO2 gas is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that displaces
oxygen and in certain percentages does not support life. The
gas is dicult to detect without the assistance of special
equipment. Avoid breathing or contacting CO2in gas, liquid
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Exposure to concentrations of less than 5% for less than
15 minutes can cause physical symptoms including
unconsciousness, injuries or death. Even low concentrations
of CO2can cause:
• Dizziness, headaches, nausea or disorientation
• Increased respiration or heart rate
• Shortness of breath or rapid suocation
It is important to note that unlike nitrogen and argon,
exposure to high concentrations of CO2can be deadly even
when normal percentages of oxygen are present in the
surrounding atmosphere.
CO2 is heavier than air and can collect in low areas such
as basements, stairwells, and conned spaces. Avoid entry
into areas where CO2 leaks or high concentrations of CO2
are suspected. Enter those areas with caution only after they
have been thoroughly ventilated.
Whenever the vessel is inside a building it’s safety relief
circuit must be connected to an outdoor vent typically in the
ll box. The ll box and/or vent must never be located in
or above any below-ground spaces or stairwells. The vessel
must not block emergency exits, aisles, re suppression
equipment or utility boxes or accesses. CO2 lines or hoses
must be located away from trac areas and heat sources
and must be protected from potential causes or damage. All
connections, lines, and components must be leak-free.
This equipment should be installed and serviced only by
professional agents who are qualied to work with CO2and
the mini-bulk liquid CO2 storage vessels. They should be
familiar with all pertinent safety procedures.
Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE)
The following personal protective equipment is
recommended when working around cryogenic liquid:
• Safety glasses with side shields to prevent cryogenic
liquid from splashing into the eyes
• Chemical / Liquid resistant gloves to prevent cryogenic
burns on exposed hands
• Long sleeve shirts to protect the arms
• Cuess trousers worn over closed shoes

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General
The Perma-Cyl®MicroBulk Storage System is designed
to store and deliver liquid oxygen, nitrogen or argon as a
cryogenic liquid. A standard Perma-Cyl tank can also be
congured to store CO2. The Perma-Cyl tank can build and
maintain pressure from the automatically regulated pressure
building circuit. A continuous liquid or gas ow can be
provided from these cylinders. Regardless of size, all Perma-
Cyl tank models operate on the same principals of operation.
Caution! Only use replacement equipment,
which is compatible with liquid
oxygen and has been cleaned
for oxygen use. Do not use
regulators, ttings, hoses, etc.,
which have been previously used
in compressed air. Failure to
comply with these instructions
may result in serious damage to
the system and personal injury.
Initial Inspection
Upon receipt of a Perma-Cyl tank, remove the protective
wrapping and inspect for the following:
• Check the outer shell of the tank. There should be no
visible signs of damage such as dents or deep scratches.
• Check the piping on the tank, there should be no visible
signs of damage.
• Check that the tank has pressure, normally about 20 psi.
• If tank passes all the above criteria it is ready to rst ll.
Following the First Fill Procedures in the Installation
section of this manual.
Primary Plumbing Circuits
Fill
The liquid ll valve is used to top ll the Perma-Cyl tank
using the patented PERMA oat device (see Figure 1).
The ll line has a check valve (V-1) and service tting that
provide the sole pressure connection for the delivery vehicle.
During a rst ll, only ll the vessel to 75% full to allow
liquid expansion experienced with a new "hot" tank. Each
ll there after can be lled to 100% full. Please refer to
the Installation section of this manual for detailed lling
procedures.
Fill isolation valves can be ordered as an option kit in
addition to the standard check valve.
Caution! If liquid can be trapped in the
transfer system, a suitable relief
valve must be installed to prevent
over pressurization.
Caution! Before making a liquid transfer
either into or out of this tank, be
sure that protective eyeglasses
and gloves are being worn. If the
transfer is being made to an open
top tank, the transfer pressure
should be as low as possible
and a phase separator should be
used to eliminate splashing and
hose whip.
Figure 1
Introduction/Operation
Liquid
Fill
V-1
Float

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Pressure Build
The pressure build circuit is used to build pressure back in
the tank after a delivery or to maintain pressure as liquid
is withdrawn from the vessel. The tank pressure is set by
adjusting the PB/Economizer combination regulator (R1).
Standard PB set points are:
MP - 125 psig
HP - 300 psig
VHP - 450 psig
As the tank pressure drops below the PB set point, the
regulator opens and allows liquid to ow o the bottom of
the tank, through the internal PB vaporization coils, through
the R-1 and back into the gas phase of the tank as depicted
in Figure 2. The pressure build circuit can be shut o by
closing valve V-5.
Some models of Perma-Cyl tanks can be equipped with
external pressure build vaporizers which allows for much
quicker recoveries after the tank has been blown down to ll
it or for high ow applications.
Figure 2
Economizer
The economizer circuit allows for the customer to utilize
the natural heat leak that occurs in every cryogenic storage
tank. When the pressure is above the setpoint of the pressure
build/economizer regulator, the pressure build portion of the
regulator closes and the economizer port opens. This allows
gas to be withdrawn directly o the headspace of the tank
and travel through the internal vaporization coils, in order to
warm the cold gas, and out the gas use valve as depicted in
Figure 3. This will result in lowering the pressure of the tank.
Note: The economizer circuit will only work if
the customer is using product out of the
tank.
Tanks can also be equipped with stand alone economizers
regulators when higher owrates through the economizer are
required.
Figure 3
Liquid Use
The liquid use circuit can be used for both a liquid
application or a high ow gas use application. This circuit
draws liquid directly up the dip tube as depicted in Figure
4, and out through the liquid use valve (V-2). The liquid use
valve is a blue handled globe valve or a red handled ball
valve. For high ow gas use applications, the liquid can be
piped through a stand alone external process vaporizer. This
can more than double the standard ow rates that can be
achieved through the internal vaporization coils.
Gas In
Gas
Out
Pressure
Building Coil
Liquid In
Gas Flow
V-5
R-1
V-5
R-1

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Figure 4
Gas Use
The gas use valve leverages the internal vaporizer on the
Perma-Cyl system to supply gaseous product to the end user.
Note: In Figure 5 the liquid is drawn up the dip
tube, through the top knuckle and back
down through the internal vaporization
coil before exiting out the gas use valve.
The internal vaporizer can support specic ow rates. The
gas use valve used is a green handled globe valve. In inert
service, the gas use connection can be made using Kitec
tubing. Kitec tubing should be used at pressures below 200
psi and for gas at temperatures above 10° F. At conditions
other than those outlined previously, the Kitec tubing can
burst. For applications other than those outlined above,
copper tubing or stainless steel braided hose should be used.
The line size for the gas use should be sized properly for the
pressure and ow rate that is desired.
The Perma-Cyl tank will deliver gas at various ow rates and
temperatures for dierent applications. The equipment that
is being supplied gas from the Perma-Cyl tank controls the
ow rate. Higher ow rates may provide very cold gas that
could damage the equipment to which they are attached. To
supply gaseous product, follow this step by step procedure.
1. Connect the proper regulator/regulating manifold to the
liquid cylinder's gas use outlet.
2. Connect the proper piping between the nal line
regulator and the receiving equipment.
3. Open the pressure building valve.
4. Allow pressure to build to the operating pressure (refer
to gauge).
5. Open the gas use valve.
6. Adjust the gas use regulator for the proper delivery
pressure.
Caution! All valves on an empty Perma-
Cyl tank should always be kept
closed to protect the inner
vessel and plumbing from being
contaminated.
The operator should review the safety precautions found
in the Safety section before conducting a gas or liquid
withdrawal operation. Protective eyeglasses and gloves
should always be worn.
At low ow rates, the Perma-Cyl tank is capable of
delivering warm gas through the line regulator. As the ow
rate increases, the temperature of the gas decreases. If the
cold temperature becomes a problem at a desired ow rate,
an external vaporizer can be added. Attach this vaporizer
directly in series with the gas use connection and place the
line regulator at the exit of the vaporizer.
Figure 5
Gas
Out
Liquid
In
V-3
V-4
Liquid
Out
R-1
V-2

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Safety Circuit
Most Perma-Cyl tanks are equipped with both a spring
operated relief valve and a burst disc. These devices are
used to automatically relieve excess pressure in the tank
and cannot be isolated by the use of a valve. Replacement
of these relief devices should only be on a "like for like"
basis. Substitutes should be avoided unless approved by the
manufacturer. An optional dual relief and rupture disc with a
diverter valve can also be ordered. This allows for changing
out safety relief devices without the need to empty the tank.
For CO2 applications, the rupture disks are often replaced by
a secondary relief valve or a back pressure regulator.
Vent/Full Trycock
The vent valve is used to relieve excess pressure in the tank.
On Perma-Cyl systems the vent valve is a gray handled globe
valve (see Figure 5 V-4). When installed indoors, the vent
line should be piped outdoors using 1/2" nominal copper
or the equalivalent stainless steel hose. The vent valve also
serves as the full trycock during lling operations. When
the Perma-Cyl tank is lled by trucks other than Orca™
MicroBulk Delivery System trucks, the full trycock must
be used to ll the tank. When liquid starts to spit out of
this valve while being lled, the lling process should be
terminated.
Other Piping Circuits and
Components
Phase Lines and Liquid Level Gauges
The Perma-Cyl tank is equipped with both a low pressure
phase line located on the top of the tank and a high pressure
liquid phase line located on the bottom of the tank. These
lines are connected to a dierential pressure gauge which
is used to indicate the amount of product in the tank. The
standard DP gauge used by Chart is the Cyl-Tel®Liquid
Level Gauge. Customers can specify other models as
options.
Four-Way Valve
The four-way valve is used as the primary isolation valve
between the DP gauge and the phase lines from the tank.
This four-way valve also provides an easy method to check
the zero on the DP gauge.
Pressure Gauge
A single pressure gauge on the Perma-Cyl tank is also tied
into the low phase line and gives the operator a pressure
reading in the gas phase of the tank. This pressure gauge can
also be isolated with the four-way valve.
2000 and 3000 VHP Operation
The plumbing design for the 2000 and 3000 VHP Perma-Cyl
system is dierent from all the other models. These models
do not contain internal vaporization or pressure build coils.
All pressure building and process vaporization is provided
by two external vaporizers. This plumbing conguration is
commonly referred to as Option 09 or the ZX package.
2000 and 3000 VHP Primary Plumbing
Circuits
Fill
The ll plumbing circuit is exactly the same as all the other
Perma-Cyl models (refer to page 7).
Pressure Build
The pressure build circuit for the 2000 and 3000 VHP
Perma-Cyl models is used to build pressure back in the tank
after a delivery or to maintain pressure as liquid is withdrawn
from the tank. The tank pressure is set by adjusting the PB
Regulator (R1) shown in Figure 6 on the next page. Standard
PB set points found in the 09 plumbing option kits are:
MP - 125-09
HP - 300-09
VHP - 450-09
Liquid is drawn o the bottom of the tank, runs through
the PB regulator, then is vaporized by running through both
the PB vaporizer and the gas use vaporizer. The vaporized
gas then splits and a portion ows through check valve V-7
and back to the headspace of the tank. The other portion
goes directly to the customer through the gas use valve V-3.
Liquid serving both the PB and gas use can be shut o by
closing valve V-9.
Note: ClosingvalveV-9willcutoanyprocess
gas going to the customer through the gas
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Economizer
The economizer circuit allows for the customer to utilize
the natural heat leak that occurs in every cryogenic storage
tank. The economizer circuit for the 2000 and 3000 VHP
models is comprised of a check valve (V-11) which draws
gas directly o the top of the tank and sends it through the
gas use vaporizer in order to warm up the cold vapor prior
to exiting the tank through the gas use valve. Flow through
the 1 psig cracking pressure check valve (V-11) only occurs
when regulator R-1 closes.
Liquid Use
The liquid use circuit for both the 2000 and 3000 VHP
models is exactly the same as other Perma-Cyl models.
This circuit draws liquid directly up the dip tube (B) and
out through the liquid use valve (V-2). For high ow gas
use applications, the liquid can be piped from the liquid
use valve (V-2) to a stand-alone external vaporizer that is
properly sized for the owrate. In this scenario, the gas use
valve on the tank is not used so the PB and gas use external
vaporizers on the tank become dedicated to pressure building
only.
Gas Use
The gas use valve on the 2000 and 3000 VHP Perma-Cyl
models is the primary connection point to supply process
gas to the customer. Unlike the other Perma-Cyl models,
the liquid for the process gas comes directly o the bottom
of the tank (D) and travels through the PB regulator (R-1).
The unique design of this model allows for both the PB
vaporizer and the gas use vaporizer to be utilized for process
gas vaporization. After exiting the gas use vaporizer, the gas
splits and supplies both the pressure build and the gas use as
explained in the pressure build explanation for this particular
model of tank.
Note: Since all the liquid for both the PB and gas
use requirements of this model tank travels
through one regulator (R-1), the limiting
factoronowisthisregulator.Ahigh
owkitisoeredforthe2000and3000
VHP tanks. This kit adds an additional PB
regulator in parallel with the existing PB
regulator(R-1)allowingforowsupto
3500SCFH(seephotoonnextpage).
Figure 6

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All other plumbing circuits that are covered on page 10 of
this manual also apply to the 2000 and 3000 VHP Perma-Cyl
models. These include the safety circuit, vent/full trycock,
high/low phase lines, liquid level gauges and pressure
gauges.

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Installation Common Codes and
Standards
The installer will need to nd out what local city ordinances
and which rules they are mandated to follow. One of the
following standards may apply; Uniform Fire Code (UFC),
Compressed Gas Association (CGA), and the National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA).
Note: Regulations vary in every part of the
country. Always consult local codes!
Conducting a Site Evaluation
Before a Perma-Cyl System is installed a site evaluation
should be conducted. This trip to the customer’s site will
help identify any special needs that each site invariably
has. While on site, note what application the Perma-Cyl
System will be used for and what service it will be in.
Decide whether the installation will be inside or outside.
Proximity to the Orca™ MicroBulk Delivery System ll point
and the user’s equipment should be taken into account in
making this decision. When the placement has been set, take
measurements of how much and where the piping will be
run.
Installation Tools and Supplies
Installation of the Perma-Cyl System requires that certain
tools and supplies are available. For simple and economical
installations, the following supplies and tools should be
maintained, however, not all installations will require them.
Supplies
• Silicone Sealant (clear and white)
• PVC Cement
• 1/4” Plastic Screw Anchors
• Self-tapping Screws
• 9” Cable Ties
• Duct Tape
• Teon Tape
• Chalk or Marker
• Leak Check Solution
Tools
Electric Hammer Drill:
Used for drilling holes and chiseling brick. Some accessories
include:
• 3/4” x 21” Scaling Chisel
• 2-1/2” Core Bit
• 1” x 21” Drill Bit (Masonry)
• 1/4” x 13” Masonry Bit
• 1/2” Masonry Bit
7-1/4” Builder’s Circular Saw:
Used for scoring brick and cutting wood exteriors. Some
accessories include:
• Masonry Cuto Wheel
• Combination Blade
Reciprocating Saw:
Used for cutting through wood walls. Some accessories
include:
• 1/4” and 3/8” Masonry Bits
• Set of Twist Drills
• 2-1/2” Hole Saw
Oxy-Acetylene Torch:
Used for cutting rebar in poured concrete walls and oors.
Warning! When using the above
mentioned tools, suitable eye
and ear protection must be
worn. Failure to do so could
result in serious personal injury.
Additional Required Supplies
• Hand Truck with Strapping Attachment
• Torpedo Level
• Carpenter Square
• Extension Cord
• Oetiker Clamp Pliers
• Step Ladder
• Caulk Gun
• Assorted Hand Tools
• Flashlight
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Indoor Installations
(Inert: Any Size / Oxygen: 230-700L)
Required:
• Room size - Air volume must allow oxygen level to stay
between 18% to 25%
• Increased ventilation
• Valves vented outside (including mobile tanks)
• CO2monitors required for all CO2installations
• Oxygen monitors recommended for LAR and LN2
Preferred:
• Sealed o away from other work areas
• Ground level next to outside wall
Internally Sited / Filled Indoors / Pipe Out
Safeties
Some indoor installations allow for direct lling of the
tank because of a close proximity to a doorway. These
installations do not require the use of a wall box but still
need to have safeties vented outside. A drain valve should
be included in the safety line. This valve should be operated
periodically to prevent moisture build-up in the line causing
blockage. A 1/2” nominal copper should be used for both
lines. Once through the wall, both lines should be directed
downward and kept a minimum of 36” above the grade.
Wall Box
Indoor installations allow the tank to be positioned in very
close proximity to the end user’s equipment. This can be
accomplished very easily using a Perma-Cyl Wall Box. The
wall box contains a vent valve, ll line, pressure gauge and
safety pipe out. All connections on the wall box are 1/2”
FPT.