Section 355IAC3-10-2. Tool bar breakaway devices  


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  •    (a) All tool bars approved for the application of anhydrous ammonia shall be provided with an approved automatic breakaway self-closing coupling device.

      (b) Subsequent to discovery, broken, defective, or corroded breakaway devices shall be replaced prior to any continued use.

      (c) The location for the point of separation of all tool bar breakaway devices and the structural specifications for the riser stand assembly used to properly attach and position the breakaway device on the tool bar shall conform with good engineering practices.

      (d) A bleeder valve shall be provided on the portion of the breakaway device connected directly or indirectly to the metering device of the tool bar.

      (e) Breakaway devices shall be installed by means of a double swivel mounting mechanism that will enable the breakaway device to swivel both horizontally and vertically such that the breakaway shall be able to function properly. (State Chemist of the State of Indiana; 355 IAC 3-10-2; filed Jan 19, 2001, 2:04 p.m.: 24 IR 1649; readopted filed Jun 20, 2001, 3:22 p.m.: 24 IR 3822; readopted filed Apr 27, 2007, 2:03 p.m.: 20070509-IR-355070039RFA; readopted filed Nov 25, 2013, 3:27 p.m.: 20131225-IR-355130482RFA)