ASTM D3698-99
Historical Standard: ASTM D3698-99 Standard Practice for Solvent Vapor Degreasing Operations
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ASTM D3698
1. Scope
1.1 This standard sets forth recommended work practices for vapor degreasing operations utilizing any of the following halogenated solvents: methylene chloride (dichloromethane), methyl chloroform (1,1,1-trichloroethane), perchloroethylene (tetrachloroethylene), trichloroethylene, and trichlorotrifluoroethane.
1.2 The values given in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values stated in parentheses are for information only.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
ASTM Standards
D2110 Test Method for pH of Water Extractions of Halogenated Organic Solvents and Their Admixtures
D2942 Test Method for Total Acid Acceptance of Halogenated Organic Solvents (Nonreflux Methods)
D4276 Practice for Confined Area Entry
D4579 Practice for Handling an Acid Degreaser or Still
Government Documents
29CFRPart1910 U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health StandardsKeywords
degreasing; halogenated solvent cleaning; halogenated solvents; nonflammable solvents; solvent vapor degreasing; vapor degreasing; Solvents; Vapor degreasing ;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 87.060.30 (Solvents)
DOI: 10.1520/D3698-99
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