Kan. Admin. Regs. § 4-10-4e - Hose specifications

(a) Each hose with a diameter of at least ¹/2 inch used in ammonia service and subject to container pressure shall withstand at least 350 psig and shall have the following information etched, cast, or impressed in a legible format at intervals not to exceed five feet along the hose surface:

(1) The phrase "Anhydrous Ammonia";

(2) the maximum working pressure of the hose; and

(3) the date the hose is to be removed from service.

(b) Each hose shall meet or exceed ASME schedule 80 specifications and have factory-installed ends designed for use with anhydrous ammonia.

(c) Each hose shall be replaced before or upon the expiration of the manufacturer's removal date.

(d) A hose shall be removed from service if a visual examination reveals any of the following:

(1) Illegibility of any of the markings required in subsection (a);

(2) cuts exposing reinforcing fabric;

(3) soft spots or bulges in the hose;

(4) a blistering or loose outer covering;

(5) kinking or flattening;

(6) stretch marks;

(7) slippage at any coupling; or

(8) any other damage that could compromise the integrity of the safe use of the hose.

Notes

Kan. Admin. Regs. § 4-10-4e

Authorized by and implementing K.S.A. 2-1212; effective March 12, 2010.