A heat exchanger is used to heat flammable, volatile solvents, as shown in Figure 8-1.
The temperature of the outlet stream is measured by a thermocouple, and a controller
valve manipulates the amount of steam to the heat exchanger to achieve the desired set
point temperature.
a. Identify the study nodes of the process.
b. Perform a HAZOP study on the intention "hot solvent from heat exchanger." Recommend
possible modifications to improve the safety of the process.