AccuLoad IV Installation & Maintenance Manual
Pre-Installation Considerations 13
2 Pre-Installation
Considerations
2.1 Environmental Considerations
In areas where the ambient temperature is very high, it is recommended that the AccuLoad be installed
under a canopy or sun shield to limit direct sunlight radiation.
In areas of high humidity (tropical) or with varying temperature swings, it is recommended to place
desiccant packs (TechnipFMC part number 647001443) inside of the enclosures, and to maintain these
while in service.
2.2 ST and QT Models
The enclosures of the ST and QT explosion- and flame-proof models are manufactured from aluminum
alloy and are designed to be operated in normal environmental conditions free of corrosive agents.
In areas including but not limited to environmentally corrosive atmospheres, special considerations for
additional environmental protection shall be made if installing into near shore areas that are subject to
wind-borne seawater spray and subject to possible continuous accumulations of saltwater on the
equipment. The recommended protection is exclusion of the environment by placing the equipment into a
secondary protected environment, such as a kiosk or a control room. If exclusion of the environment is not
possible, then extra means must be taken to maintain the equipment’s integrity, including frequent cleaning
and inspection intervals. See Section 6: Maintenance for additional information.
2.3 N4 and SA Models
The enclosures of the N4 and SA models, as well as the MMI and FCM modules, are manufactured from
304 stainless steel (which offers a higher resistance to corrosive environmental atmospheres) and are
designed to be operated in normal environmental conditions free of corrosive agents.
In areas with environmentally corrosive atmospheres—such as near shore areas that are subject to wind-
borne saltwater spray and possible accumulation of saltwater on AccuLoad equipment—special
considerations for additional environmental protections should be made. We recommend placing the
AccuLoad equipment in a secondary, protected environment, such as a kiosk or control room; if this is not
possible, extra means must be taken to maintain the equipment’s integrity, including frequent cleaning and
inspections. See Section 6: Maintenance for additional information.
2.4 Mechanical Installation Considerations
In addition to all previous warnings and cautions, the following installation recommendations should be
reviewed before installation:
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