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Division 4.2.14.2 Procedure

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Special consideration shall be given to safety when conducting this test.

The container shall be tested in the following sequence:

  1. (a)

    Use hydrogen gas to pressure cycle the container between ≤ 2,0 MPa and ≥ nominal working pressure for 1 000 cycles. The filling time shall not exceed 5 minutes. Temperatures during venting shall not exceed the values specified in section 2.7.5;

  2. (b)

    Leak test in accordance with section 4.2.11.

Section the container and inspect the liner and liner/end boss interface for evidence of any deterioration, such as fatigue cracking or electrostatic discharge.