Issue Date: November 22, 1995
Revision Date: November 6, 1997
Western Environmental Resources
Model PLT-100R
Line Tightness Test Method
| Certification | Leak rate of 0.1 gph with PD = 100% and PFA = 0%. |
|---|---|
| Leak Threshold | 0.05 gph. A pipeline system should not be declared tight if the test result indicates a loss that equals or exceeds this threshold. |
| Applicability | Gasoline, diesel, aviation fuel, fuel oil #4. Other liquids may be tested after consultation with the manufacturer. |
| Specification | System tests fiberglass and steel pipelines. Tests are conducted at 150% operating pressure. Mechanical line leak detector must be removed from pipeline for duration of test. |
| Pipeline Capacity | Maximum of 80 gallons. |
| Waiting Time | None between delivery and testing. Minimum of 1 hour between dispensing and testing. |
| Test Period | Minimum of 30 minutes. Test data are acquired and recorded manually. Two tests with no time between tests are required before a leak can be declared. |
| Calibration | System must be checked annually and, if necessary, calibrated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. |
- Western Environmental Resources
PO Box 37
Bakersfield, CA 93302
Tel: (805) 326-0173 - Evaluator: Vista Research
Tel: (415) 966-1171
Date of Evaluation: 11/21/90
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