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Typical chemical stmctures and representative sources of different classes of synthetics are given in Table 6. Properties and uses of representative synthetics foUow in Table 7. In addition to considering thek physical properties, selection is needed of appropriate paints, seals, hoses, plastics, and electrical insulation to avoid problems with the pronounced solvency and plasticizing action of many of these synthetic oils. 

Very fine filters are recommended for ethanol dispensers to ensure that waterborne solids do not contaminate vehicle filters or fuel injectors. Dispensing hoses delivering ethanol and other alcohol fuels to vehicles may be green or blue in color to signify their compatibility with alcohol fuels. Also, blending ethanol with conventional fuels helps to minimize compatibility problems with existing fuel system components. 

A visual inspection of the hose must be made before each use for loose or defective fittings, cracking, bulges, ruptures, and contamination in the hose that could result in a problem with the material intended to be moved through the hose. Defects are to be repaired or the hose disposed of to prevent inappropriate use later. 

There are, however, several problems with this procedure. One is the danger of a rebound effect, in which abmpt cessation of NO inhalation leads to a rapid increase of pulmonary arterial pressure (PAP) to levels higher than those seen before treatment was begun. In addition, rigorous control of gas flows is needed to keep the N02 level acceptably low and the NO concentration within its narrow therapeutic range the assortment of gas cylinders, meters, hoses, and other equipment involved in the procedure is so intricate to manage that it is not yet established in many hospitals, and in most cases demands that the patient remain on a respirator in the intensive care unit. 

Many patients who have field decontamination (especially those with only dry decontamination) will require further decontamination at the hospital. If the scene is close to the hospital, many victims may transport themselves directly to the hospital and amve having had no decontamination at all (as in the Tokyo sarin attacks). Hospitals usually have little in the way of decontamination equipment other than wading pools, water hoses, and soap. Most emergency departments have no PPE available and no training in the use of PPE. Thus, if contaminated victims arrived at the emergency department, the staff would become cross-contaminated while trying to perform decontamination of the patients. Most hospitals depend on the fire service, EMS, or EMA to provide a decon trailer in an emergency situation. The problem with this is the decon trailer may be in use at the scene of the incident and not be available. 

One type, used when respiratory protection is also necessary, forces exhaust air from a supplied-air hood (bubble hood) around the neck and down inside an impermeable suit. The air then escapes through openings in the suit. One problem with this system is the limited mobility of woikers whose suits are attached to an air hose. Another is that of getting air to the work area itself. These systems should therefore be used in work areas where workers are not required to move around much or to cUmb. 

Problems with leaking under-bonnet hoses have been investigated but only brief details were published (80). Lewis (71) mentions the case of ozone cracking of fuel lines on Fiat cars which resulted in fires. 

Years ago, 1 was asked to help troubleshoot a small problem with a hose mender. A hose mender is a simple little device, consisting of a short tube and a couple of tube clamps, which is used to repair a damaged section in a common garden hose. There are numerous varieties available they might be made from steel, brass, plastic, or a combination of materials. This one was made from a standard grade of 6/6 nylon from DuPont. For some unknown reason, there had been an increase in the product failure rates, and the manufacturer had asked DuPont to help investigate. 

Vibration is both a cause of problems and an effect of equipment problems. The potential destructive force of an out-of-balance load has led to setting lower shutdown limits on the magnitude of vibration than other rotating equipment. Flexible connections for process and utility lines become a must so these vibration problems are not transmitted to connected equipment. Flexible hoses with liners having concentric convolutions (bellows type) avoid the sharp points inherent with spiral metallic liners. By avoiding the sharp point the liner is less likely to cut the exterior covering. 

Although transformers suitable for other industrial installations are generally suitable for producing applications, certain options may be desirable— primarily due to environmental considerations. At locations subject to harsh environmental conditions, and particularly at locations subject to washdown with high-pressure hoses, non-ventilated enclosures are desirable, if not necessary. Likewise, at locations subjected to salt water and salt-laden air, it often is desirable to specify copper windings and lead wires. Most manufacturers provide standard units with aluminum windings and lead wires. Even if aluminum coils are used, it is almost always desirable to require stranded copper lead wires. This will lessen corrosion and loose terminal problems when transformers arc interconnected to the facility electrical system with copper conductors. If the transformers are to be installed outdoors in corrosive environments, cases should be of corrosion-resistant material (e.g., stainless steel) or be provided with an exterior coating suitable for the location. 

In an acetone extract from a neoprene/SBR hose compound, Lattimer et al. [92] distinguished dioctylph-thalate (m/z 390), di(r-octyl)diphenylamine (m/z 393), 1,3,5-tris(3,5-di-f-butyl-4-hydroxybenzyl)-isocyanurate m/z 783), hydrocarbon oil and a paraffin wax (numerous molecular ions in the m/z range of 200-500) by means of FD-MS. Since cross-linked rubbers are insoluble, more complex extraction procedures must be carried out (Chapter 2). The method of Dinsmore and Smith [257], or a modification thereof, is normally used. Mass spectrometry (and other analytical techniques) is then used to characterise the various rubber fractions. The mass-spectral identification of numerous antioxidants (hindered phenols and aromatic amines, e.g. phenyl-/ -naphthyl-amine, 6-dodecyl-2,2,4-trimethyl-l,2-dihydroquinoline, butylated bisphenol-A, HPPD, poly-TMDQ, di-(t-octyl)diphenylamine) in rubber extracts by means of direct probe EI-MS with programmed heating, has been reported [252]. The main problem reported consisted of the numerous ions arising from hydrocarbon oil in the recipe. In older work, mass spectrometry has been used to qualitatively identify volatile AOs in sheet samples of SBR and rubber-type vulcanisates after extraction of the polymer with acetone [51,246]. 

Physicochemical Properties of Biodiesel. - The redox characteristics of biodiesel make it a reducing agent for materials, such as brass, bronze, cooper, lead, tin and zinc. For this reason, contact of biodiesel with these materials must be avoided.Materials such as aluminum, steel, fluorinated polymers and Teflon do not react with biodiesel and can be used to handle it. In addition, biodiesel shows mild solvent properties hence, biodiesel contact with painted or varnished surfaces as well as rubber devices, such as hoses, seals and gaskets, may cause problems. 

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