46 CFR §64.59
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A spring loaded pressure relief valve must—
- (a)Be set at a nominal pressure of 125 percent of the maximum allowable working pressure;
- (b)Have a minimum normal venting capacity that is sufficient to prevent the tank pressure from exceeding 137.5 percent of the maximum allowable working pressure;
- (c)Close after discharge of a pressure not lower than 115 percent of the maximum allowable working pressure; and
- (d)If closed, remain closed at any pressure less than 115 percent of the maximum allowable working pressure.