scope:

This standard applies to bench, swab, plunger, and dispenser cans with the following specifications:

• Maximum 5.0 gallon (18.9 ℓ) rated capacity;

• constructed of non-combustible materials with a minimum melting point of 1000°F (536 C);

• contain flame arrestors which are automatically maintained above the fluid level, unless equipped with valves to automatically close openings to vapor space when not in use; the flame arrestor may be incorporated with other functions but must not restrict its flame arresting ability;

• constructed of materials which are impervious to the liquids contained.

Purpose

This standard states Approval requirements for bench, swab, plunger and dispenser cans that are used for cleaning parts with ignitable liquids or dispensing small quantities of ignitable liquids.

Approval criteria may include, but are not limited to, performance requirements, marking requirements, examination of manufacturing facility(ies), audit of quality assurance procedures, and a Survallence Audit program.