WARNING — The use of this Technical Specification may involve hazardous materials, operations and
equipment. This Technical Specification does not purport to address all of the safety problems
associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this Technical Specification to establish
appropriate safety and health practices and to determine the applicability of regulatory limitations
prior to use.
This Technical Specification applies to the use of triaryl phosphate esters as fire-resistant fluids for turbine
control and other hydraulic systems in power generation.
This Technical Specification is intended to
- help power equipment operators appreciate the important properties of triaryl phosphate esters;
- provide information on their safe handling, storage and use.
This Technical Specification addresses the causes of fluid deterioration and sets out procedures for examining
consignments of new fluid, for monitoring the fluid in use and for maintaining an adequate fluid condition.