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Method of Statement For Welding Refrigerant Pipes

The document provides a method statement for joining copper refrigerant pipes. It outlines the responsibilities and standards that must be followed which include ASTM B75 for seamless copper tubes and ANSI/AWS A5.8 for filler metals for brazing. The procedures describe how to cut, clean, flare, and braze the copper pipes and include safety aspects that must be followed such as using proper protective equipment and inspecting ladders and scaffolding.

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Method of Statement For Welding Refrigerant Pipes

The document provides a method statement for joining copper refrigerant pipes. It outlines the responsibilities and standards that must be followed which include ASTM B75 for seamless copper tubes and ANSI/AWS A5.8 for filler metals for brazing. The procedures describe how to cut, clean, flare, and braze the copper pipes and include safety aspects that must be followed such as using proper protective equipment and inspecting ladders and scaffolding.

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Proposed Joining/Welding of copper pipe METHOD STATEMENT

(Refrigerant Pipe)

METHOD STATEMENT FOR COPPER PIPE (REFRIGERANT PIPE) INSTALLATION

1.0 PURPOSE

1.1 Ensure that copper pipe (refrigerant pipe) joining is carried out in proper and
controlled condition as per Method Statement.

2.0 SCOPE

2.1 This procedure shall cover all areas for copper pipe (refrigerant pipe) joining for any
kind of project.

3.0 RESPONSIBILITIES

3.1 Engineer-in-Charge is responsible for ensuring joining of copper pipes is carried out as
per Method Statement and in a safe manner.

4.0 WORK STANDARD

4.1 ASTM B 75- Seamless Copper Tube.


4.2 ANSI/AWS A5.8- Specification for filling for Filler Metals for Brazing.

5.0 EQUIPMENT / TOOLS USED

5.1 Tool box for Mechanical/ Hand Tools


5.2 Fire Extinguisher
5.3 Heating Torch
5.4 Grinding Machine, Drilling Machine and Cutting Machine
5.5 Oxygen Cylinder and Cutting Outfit
5.6 Measuring Tape
5.7 Tube cutter, reamer, sand cloth, brush and hacksaw
5.8 General Hand Tools
5.9 PPE & Welders Safety
5.10 Ladders and Scaffolds

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Proposed Joining/Welding of copper pipe METHOD STATEMENT
(Refrigerant Pipe)

METHOD STATEMENT FOR COPPER PIPE (REFRIGERANT PIPE) INSTALLATION

6.0 MACHINERY USED

5.1 N/A

7.0 MATERIAL USED

7.1 Brazing Copper Pipe.


7.2 Silver bronze filler rods.
7.3 Galvanized threaded rods, bolts, nut, washer, hangers and angle bars or U-channel for
Supports.
7.4 Gas Cylinder.
7.5 Oxygen Cylinder.
7.6 Oxygen Regulator + Hose.
7.7 Flame Welder.

8.0 PROCEDURES

8.1 Prepare copper tube, tube cutter, reamer, sand cloth, brush and hacksaw.
8.2 Make measurements to the desired length of the pipe.
8.3 Mark the pipe where cutting is to be done
8.4 Insert the copper pipe inside the cutting tool and hold the pipe properly to produce a
good result.
8.5 By using a reamer, remove the burrs from the inside of the tube because they restrict
the flow of the gas.
8.6 Clean the tube by sand cloth and by brush.
8.7 Flare Jointing of Copper Pipe
-After cutting and cleaning the copper pipe
8.7.1 Slip the flare nut or coupling nut over the tubing with the threaded end facing
the end of the tubing.
8.7.2 Clamp the tube in the flaring block.
8.7.3 Place the yoke on the block with the tapered cone over the end of the tube
(use a drop or two refrigerant oil).
8.7.4 Turn the screw down firmly. Continue to turn the screw until the flare is
completed.
8.7.5 Remove the tubing from the block. Inspect for defects. If you found any, cut-off
the flare and start over.
8.7.6 Assemble the Joints.
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Proposed Joining/Welding of copper pipe METHOD STATEMENT
(Refrigerant Pipe)

METHOD STATEMENT FOR COPPER PIPE (REFRIGERANT PIPE) INSTALLATION

8.8 Brazing of Copper Pipes


-After cutting and cleaning the copper pipe
8.8.1 Prior to alignment of pipes for Brazing each length of pipe inspected thoroughly
to ensure that no visible defects are present.
8.8.2 Welding/ Brazing alloy of piping shall be performed in accordance with the
welding code standards and according to manufacturer’s recommendation.
8.8.3 Bronze welding of copper pipes oxyacetylene and inert gas shall be in
accordance with BS 1724.
8.8.4 All welds and brazing joints will be 100 percent visually examined conformity to
drawing shall be done for all the lines checking that all components supports,
brackets are installed as per approved materials and shop drawings.
8.8 After joining the copper pipes, pressure test must be tested.

9.0 SAFETY ASPECTS

9.1 Ladder used on site must be inspected and certified safe by the Safety Supervisor
before use.
9.2 Ladder when in use must be fully extended with the safety catch engaged and never
stand on the top step of a ladder.
9.3 All scaffoldings to be use on site must be inspected by safety supervisor.
9.4 Shall be worn safety glass, ear plug, hand gloves when performing like drilling work or
other works using electric tools.
9.5 All electrical cables shall not be laid across floor or submerge in ponds of water.
9.6 Workers are to be trained for scaffolding used.

10.0 INSPECTION

10.1 After completion of installation, will be inspected with witness of the Engineer.
10.2 Attached inspection check list for above installation.

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