FGCOLDCLEANERS

FLEXIBLE GROUP CONDITIONS

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DESCRIPTION

Any cold cleaner that is grandfathered or exempt from Rule 201 pursuant to Rule 278, Rule 278a and Rule 281(2)(h) or Rule 285(2)(r)(iv). Existing cold cleaners were placed into operation prior to July 1, 1979. New cold cleaners were placed into operation on or after July 1, 1979.

Emission Unit: Identify Emission Units in this Flexible Group

POLLUTION CONTROL EQUIPMENT

NA

I. EMISSION LIMIT(S)

NA

II. MATERIAL LIMIT(S)

1.	The permittee shall not use cleaning solvents containing more than five percent by weight of the following halogenated compounds: methylene chloride, perchloroethylene, trichloroethylene, 1,1,1trichloroethane, carbon tetrachloride, chloroform, or any combination thereof. (R 336.1213(2))

III. PROCESS/OPERATIONAL RESTRICTION(S)

1.	Cleaned parts shall be drained for no less than 15 seconds or until dripping ceases. (R 336.1611(2)(b), R 336.1707(3)(b))

2.	The permittee shall perform routine maintenance on each cold cleaner as recommended by the manufacturer. (R 336.1213(3))

IV. DESIGN/EQUIPMENT PARAMETER(S)

1.	The cold cleaner must meet one of the following design requirements:

a.	The air/vapor interface of the cold cleaner is no more than ten square feet. (R 336.1281(2)(h))

b.	The cold cleaner is used for cleaning metal parts and the emissions are released to the general in-plant environment. (R 336.1285(2)(r)(iv))

2.	The cold cleaner shall be equipped with a device for draining cleaned parts. (R 336.1611(2)(b), R 336.1707(3)(b))

3.	All new and existing cold cleaners shall be equipped with a cover and the cover shall be closed whenever parts are not being handled in the cold cleaner. (R 336.1611(2)(a), R 336.1707(3)(a))

4.	The cover of a new cold cleaner shall be mechanically assisted if the Reid vapor pressure of the solvent is more than 0.3 psia or if the solvent is agitated or heated. (R 336.1707(3)(a))

5.	If the Reid vapor pressure of any solvent used in a new cold cleaner is greater than 0.6 psia; or, if any solvent used in a new cold cleaner is heated above 120 degrees Fahrenheit, then the cold cleaner must comply with at least one of the following provisions:

a.	The cold cleaner must be designed such that the ratio of the freeboard height to the width of the cleaner is equal to or greater than 0.7. (R 336.1707(2)(a))

b.	The solvent bath must be covered with water if the solvent is insoluble and has a specific gravity of more than 1.0. (R 336.1707(2)(b))

c.	The cold cleaner must be controlled by a carbon adsorption system, condensation system, or other method of equivalent control approved by the AQD. (R 336.1707(2)(c))

V. TESTING/SAMPLING

Records shall be maintained on file for a period of five years. (R 336.1213(3)(b)(ii))

NA

VI. MONITORING/RECORDKEEPING

Records shall be maintained on file for a period of five years. (R 336.1213(3)(b)(ii))

1.	For each new cold cleaner in which the solvent is heated, the solvent temperature shall be monitored and recorded at least once each calendar week during routine operating conditions. (R 336.1213(3))

2.	The permittee shall maintain the following information on file for each cold cleaner: (R 336.1213(3))

a.	A serial number, model number, or other unique identifier for each cold cleaner.

b.	The date the unit was installed, manufactured or that it commenced operation.

c.	The air/vapor interface area for any unit claimed to be exempt under Rule 281(2)(h).

d.	The applicable Rule 201 exemption.

e.	The Reid vapor pressure of each solvent used.

f.	If applicable, the option chosen to comply with Rule 707(2).

The permittee shall maintain a current listing from the manufacturer of the chemical composition of each material, including the weight percent of each component, used in each cold cleaner. The data may consist of Safety Data Sheets, manufacturer's formulation data, or both as deemed acceptable by the AQD District Supervisor. The permittee shall keep all records on file and make them available to the Department upon request. (R 336.1213(3))

The permittee shall maintain written operating procedures for each cold cleaner. These written procedures shall be posted in an accessible, conspicuous location near each cold cleaner. (R 336.1611(3), R 336.1707(4))

As noted in Rule 611(2)(c) and Rule 707(3)(c), if applicable, an initial demonstration that the waste solvent is a safety hazard shall be made prior to storage in non-closed containers. If the waste solvent is a safety hazard and is stored in non-closed containers, verification that the waste solvent is disposed of so that not more than 20 percent, by weight, is allowed to evaporate into the atmosphere shall be made on a monthly basis. (R 336.1213(3), R 336.1611(2)(c), R 336.1707(3)(c))

VII. REPORTING

1.	Prompt reporting of deviations pursuant to General Conditions 21 and 22 of Part A. (R 336.1213(3)(c)(ii))

2.	Semiannual reporting of monitoring and deviations pursuant to General Condition 23 of Part A. The report shall be received by March 15 for the reporting period July 1 to December 31 and September 15 for the reporting period January 1 to June 30. (R 336.1213(3)(c)(i))

3.	Annual certification of compliance pursuant to General Conditions 19 and 20 of Part A. The report shall be received by March 15 for the previous calendar year. (R 336.1213(4)(c))

See Appendix 8

VIII. STACK/VENT RESTRICTION(S)

NA

IX. OTHER REQUIREMENT(S)

NA