(4) The decision to accept the claim of force majeure and allow an extension to the reporting deadline is solely within the discretion of the Administrator.
(5) In any circumstance, the reporting must occur as soon as possible after the force majeure event occurs.
§63.9816   What records must I keep?
(a) You must keep the records listed in paragraphs (a)(1) through (3) of this section.
(1) A copy of each notification and report that you submitted to comply with this subpart, including all documentation supporting any Initial Notification or Notification of Compliance Status that you submitted, according to the requirements in §63.10(b)(2)(xiv).
(2) Before [date 181 days after date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register], the records in §63.6(e)(3)(iii) through (v) related to startup, shutdown, and malfunction.
(3) Records of performance tests as required in §63.10(b)(2)(viii).
(b) You must keep the records required in Tables 7 through 9 to this subpart to show continuous compliance with each emission limitation that applies to you.
(c) You must also maintain the records listed in paragraphs (c)(1) through (10) of this section.
(1) Records of emission data used to develop an emissions profile, as indicated in items 8(a)(i)(4) and 17(b)(i)(4) of Table 4 to this subpart.
(2) Records that document how you comply with any applicable work practice standard.
(3) For each bag leak detection system, records of each alarm, the time of the alarm, the time corrective action was initiated and completed, and a brief description of the cause of the alarm and the corrective action taken.
(4) For each kiln controlled with a DLA, records that document the source of limestone used.
(5) For each deviation of an operating limit parameter value, record the information in paragraphs (c)(5)(i) through (iv) of this section.
(i) The date, time, and duration in hours of the deviation.
(ii) On or after [date 181 days after date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register], a list of the affected sources or equipment.
(iii) On or after [date 181 days after date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register], an estimate of the quantity in pounds of each regulated pollutant over any emission limit and a description of the method used to estimate emissions.
(iv) Actions taken to minimize emissions in accordance with §63.9792(b), a brief explanation of the cause of the deviation, and the corrective action taken to return the affected unit to its normal or usual manner of operation.
(6) For each affected source, records of production rate on a process throughput basis (either feed rate to the process unit or discharge rate from the process unit).
(7) Records of any approved alternative monitoring method(s) or test procedure(s).
(8) Records of maintenance activities and inspections performed on control devices, including all records associated with the scheduled maintenance of THC control devices on continuous kilns used to manufacture refractory products that use organic HAP, as specified in §63.9792(e).
(9) If you operate a source that is subject to the THC emission limits specified in item 2, 3, 6, or 7 of Table 1 to this subpart and is controlled with a catalytic oxidizer, records of annual checks of catalyst activity levels and subsequent corrective actions.
(10) Current copies of the OM&M plan, including any revisions and records documenting conformance with those revisions.
§63.9818   In what form and how long must I keep my records?
(a) Your records must be in a form suitable and readily available for expeditious review, according to §63.10(b)(1).
(b) As specified in §63.10(b)(1), you must keep each record for 5 years following the date of each occurrence, measurement, maintenance, corrective action, report, or record.
(c) You must keep each record onsite for at least 2 years after the date of each occurrence, measurement, maintenance, corrective action, report, or record, according to §63.10(b)(1). You may keep the records offsite for the remaining 3 years.
Other Requirements and Information
§63.9820   What parts of the General Provisions apply to me?
Table 11 to this subpart shows which parts of the General Provisions specified in §§63.1 through 63.16 apply to you.
§63.9822   Who implements and enforces this subpart?
(a) This subpart can be implemented and enforced by us, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA), or a delegated authority such as your State, local, or tribal agency. If the U.S. EPA Administrator has delegated authority to your State, local, or tribal agency, then that agency, in addition to the U.S. EPA, has the authority to implement and enforce this subpart. You should contact your U.S. EPA Regional Office to find out if implementation and enforcement to this subpart is delegated to your State, local, or tribal agency.
(b) In delegating implementation and enforcement authority to this subpart to a State, local, or tribal agency under 40 CFR part 63, subpart E, the authorities contained in paragraph (c) of this section are retained by the Administrator of the U.S. EPA and are not transferred to the State, local, or tribal agency.
(c) The authorities that cannot be delegated to State, local, or tribal agencies are as specified in paragraphs (c)(1) through (5) of this section.
(1) Approval of alternatives to the applicability requirements in §§63.9782 and 63.9784, the compliance date requirements in §63.9786, and the emission limitations in §63.9788.
(2) Approval of major changes to test methods under §63.7(e)(2)(ii) and (f) and as defined in §63.90.
(3) Approval of major changes to monitoring under §63.8(f) and as defined in §63.90.
(4) Approval of major changes to recordkeeping and reporting under §63.10(f) and as defined in §63.90.
(5) Approval of an alternative to any electronic reporting to the EPA required by this subpart.
§63.9824   What definitions apply to this subpart?
Terms used in this subpart are defined in the Clean Air Act, in 40 CFR 63.2, the General Provisions of this part, and in this section as follows:
Additive means a minor addition of a chemical, mineral, or metallic substance that is added to a refractory mixture to facilitate processing or impart specific properties to the final refractory product.
Add-on air pollution control device (APCD) means equipment installed on a process vent that reduces the quantity of a pollutant that is emitted to the air.
Autoclave means a vessel that is used to impregnate fired and/or unfired refractory shapes with pitch to form pitch-impregnated refractory products. Autoclaves also can be used as defumers following the impregnation process.
Bag leak detection system means an instrument that is capable of monitoring particulate matter loadings in the exhaust of a fabric filter in order to detect bag failures. A bag leak detection system includes, but is not limited to, an instrument that operates on triboelectric, light-scattering, light-transmittance, or other effects to monitor relative PM loadings.
Basket means the metal container used to hold refractory shapes for pitch impregnation during the shape preheating, impregnation, defuming, and, if applicable, coking processes.
Batch process means a process in which a set of refractory shapes is acted upon as a single unit according to a predetermined schedule, during which none of the refractory shapes being processed are added or removed. A batch process does not operate continuously.
Binder means a substance added to a granular material to give it workability and green or dry strength.
Catalytic oxidizer means an add-on air pollution control device that is designed specifically to destroy organic compounds in a process exhaust gas stream by catalytic incineration. A catalytic oxidizer includes a bed of catalyst media through which the process exhaust stream passes to promote combustion and incineration at a lower temperature than would be possible without the catalyst.
Chromium refractory product means a refractory product that contains at least 1 percent chromium by weight.
Clay refractory product means a refractory product that contains at least 10 percent uncalcined clay by weight prior to firing in a kiln. In this definition, the term "clay" means any of the following six classifications of clay defined by the U.S. Geologic Survey: ball clay, bentonite, common clay and shale, fire clay, fuller's earth, and kaolin.
Coking oven means a thermal process unit that operates at a peak temperature typically between 540° and 870 °C (1000° and 1600 °F) and is used to drive off the volatile constituents of pitch-impregnated refractory shapes under a reducing or oxygen-deprived atmosphere.
Continuous parameter monitoring system (CPMS) means the total equipment that is used to measure and record temperature, pressure, liquid flow rate, gas flow rate, or pH on a continuous basis in one or more locations. "Total equipment" includes the sensor, mechanical components, electronic components, data acquisition system, data recording system, electrical wiring, and other components of a CPMS.
Continuous process means a process that operates continuously. In a continuous process unit, the materials or shapes that are processed are either continuously charged (fed) to and discharged from the process unit, or are charged and discharged at regular time intervals without the process unit being shut down. Continuous thermal process units, such as tunnel kilns, generally include temperature zones that are maintained at relatively constant temperature and through which the materials or shapes being processed are conveyed continuously or at regular time intervals.
Curing oven means a thermal process unit that operates at a peak temperature typically between 90° and 340 °C (200° and 650 °F) and is used to activate a thermosetting resin, pitch, or other binder in refractory shapes. Curing ovens also perform the same function as shape dryers in removing the free moisture from refractory shapes.
Defumer means a process unit that is used for holding pitch-impregnated refractory shapes as the shapes defume or cool immediately following the impregnation process. This definition includes autoclaves that are opened and exhausted to the atmosphere following an impregnation cycle and used for holding pitch-impregnated refractory shapes while the shapes defume or cool.
Deviation means any instance in which an affected source subject to this subpart, or an owner or operator of such a source:
(1) Fails to meet any requirement or obligation established by this subpart including, but not limited to, any emission limitation (emission limit, operating limit, or work practice standard);
(2) Fails to meet any term or condition that is adopted to implement an applicable requirement in this subpart for any affected source required to obtain such a permit; or
(3) Fails to meet any emission limitation (emission limit, operating limit, or work practice standard) in this subpart during startup, shutdown, or malfunction, regardless of whether or not such failure is permitted by this subpart.
Dry injection fabric filter (DIFF) means an add-on air pollution control device that includes continuous injection of hydrated lime or other sorbent into a duct or reaction chamber followed by a fabric filter.
Dry lime scrubber/fabric filter (DLS/FF) means an add-on air pollution control device that includes continuous injection of humidified hydrated lime or other sorbent into a reaction chamber followed by a fabric filter. These systems may include recirculation of some of the sorbent.
Dry limestone adsorber (DLA) means an air pollution control device that includes a limestone storage bin, a reaction chamber that is essentially a packed-tower filled with limestone, and may or may not include a peeling drum that mechanically scrapes reacted limestone to regenerate the stone for reuse.
Emission limitation means any restriction on the emissions a process unit may discharge.
Fabric filter means an add-on air pollution control device used to capture particulate matter by filtering a process exhaust stream through a filter or filter media; a fabric filter is also known as a baghouse.
Fired refractory shape means a refractory shape that has been fired in a kiln.
HAP means any hazardous air pollutant that appears in section 112(b) of the Clean Air Act.
Kiln means a thermal process unit that operates at a peak temperature greater than 820 °C (1500 °F) and is used for firing or sintering refractory, ceramic, or other shapes.
Kiln car means a structure that transports refractory products through a continuous kiln during the firing process, usually supported on wheels.
Kiln furniture means any refractory shape that is used to hold, support, or position ceramic or refractory products in a kiln during the firing process.
Maximum organic HAP processing rate means the combination of process and refractory product formulation that has the greatest potential to emit organic HAP. The maximum organic HAP processing rate is a function of the organic HAP processing rate, process operating temperature, and other process operating parameters that affect emissions of organic HAP. (See also the definition of organic HAP processing rate.)
Organic HAP processing rate means the rate at which the mass of organic HAP materials contained in refractory shapes are processed in an affected thermal process unit. The organic HAP processing rate is a function of the amount of organic HAP contained in the resins, binders, and additives used in a refractory mix; the amounts of those resins, binders, and additives in the refractory mix; and the rate at which the refractory shapes formed from the refractory mix are processed in an affected thermal process unit. For continuous process units, the organic HAP processing rate is expressed in units of mass of organic HAP per unit of time (e.g., pounds per hour). For batch process units, the organic HAP processing rate is expressed in units of mass of organic HAP per unit mass of refractory shapes processed during the batch process cycle (e.g., pounds per ton).
Particulate matter (PM) means, for the purposes of this subpart, emissions of particulate matter that serve as a measure of total particulate emissions as measured by EPA Method 5 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-3.
Peak emissions period means the period of consecutive hourly mass emissions of the applicable pollutant that is greater than any other period of consecutive hourly mass emissions for the same pollutant over the course of a specified batch process cycle, as defined in paragraphs (1) and (2) of this definition. The peak emissions period is a function of the rate at which the temperature of the refractory shapes is increased, the mass and loading configuration of the shapes in the process unit, the constituents of the refractory mix, and the type of pollutants emitted.
(1) The 3-hour peak THC emissions period is the period of 3 consecutive hours over which the sum of the hourly THC mass emissions rates is greater than the sum of the hourly THC mass emissions rates for any other period of 3 consecutive hours during the same batch process cycle.
(2) The 3-hour peak HF emissions period is the period of 3 consecutive hours over which the sum of the hourly HF mass emissions rates is greater than the sum of the hourly HF mass emissions rates for any other period of 3 consecutive hours during the same batch process cycle.
Period of natural gas curtailment or supply interruption means a period of time during which the supply of natural gas to an affected facility is halted for reasons beyond the control of the facility. An increase in the cost or unit price of natural gas does not constitute a period of natural gas curtailment or supply interruption.
Pitch means the residue from the distillation of petroleum or coal tar.
Pitch-bonded refractory product means a formed refractory product that is manufactured using pitch as a bonding agent. Pitch-bonded refractory products are manufactured by mixing pitch with magnesium oxide, graphite, alumina, silicon carbide, silica, or other refractory raw materials, and forming the mix into shapes. After forming, pitch-bonded refractory products are cured in a curing oven and may be subsequently fired in a kiln.
Pitch-impregnated refractory product means a refractory shape that has been fired in a kiln, then impregnated with heated coal tar or petroleum pitch under pressure. After impregnation, pitch-impregnated refractory shapes may undergo the coking process in a coking oven. The total carbon content of a pitch-impregnated refractory product is less than 50 percent.
Pitch working tank means a tank that is used for heating pitch to the impregnation temperature, typically between 150° and 260 °C (300° and 500 °F); temporarily storing heated pitch between impregnation cycles; and transferring pitch to and from the autoclave during the impregnation step in manufacturing pitch-impregnated refractory products.
Plant site means all contiguous or adjoining property that is under common control, including properties that are separated only by a road or other public right-of-way. Common control includes properties that are owned, leased, or operated by the same entity, parent entity, subsidiary, or any combination thereof.
Redundant sensor means a second sensor or a back-up sensor that is integrated into a CPMS and is used to check the parameter value (e.g., temperature, pressure) measured by the primary sensor of the CPMS.
Refractory product means nonmetallic materials containing less than 50 percent carbon by weight and having those chemical and physical properties that make them applicable for structures, or as components of systems, that are exposed to environments above 538 °C (1000 °F). This definition includes, but is not limited to: refractory bricks, kiln furniture, crucibles, refractory ceramic fiber, and other materials used as linings for boilers, kilns, and other processing units and equipment where extremes of temperature, corrosion, and abrasion would destroy other materials.
Refractory products that use organic HAP means resin-bonded refractory products, pitch-bonded refractory products, and other refractory products that are produced using a substance that is an organic HAP, that releases an organic HAP during production of the refractory product, or that contains an organic HAP, such as methanol or ethylene glycol.
Refractory shape means any refractory piece forming a stable mass with specific dimensions.
Research and development process unit means any process unit whose purpose is to conduct research and development for new processes and products and is not engaged in the manufacture of products for commercial sale, except in a de minimis manner.
Resin-bonded refractory product means a formed refractory product that is manufactured using a phenolic resin or other type of thermosetting resin as a bonding agent. Resin-bonded refractory products are manufactured by mixing resin with alumina, magnesium oxide, graphite, silica, zirconia, or other refractory raw materials, and forming the mix into shapes. After forming, resin-bonded refractory products are cured in a curing oven and may be subsequently fired in a kiln.
Responsible official means one of the following:
(1) For a corporation: a president, secretary, treasurer, or vice-president of the corporation in charge of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decisionmaking functions for the corporation, or a duly authorized representative of such person if the representative is responsible for the overall operation of one or more manufacturing, production, or operating facilities applying for or subject to a permit and either:
(i) The facilities employ more than 250 persons or have gross annual sales or expenditures exceeding $25 million (in second quarter 1980 dollars); or
(ii) The delegation of authority to such representatives is approved in advance by the Administrator;
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: a general partner or the proprietor, respectively;
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: either a principal executive officer or ranking elected official. For the purposes of this part, a principal executive officer of a Federal agency includes the chief executive officer having responsibility for the overall operations of a principal geographic unit of the agency (e.g., a Regional Administrator of EPA); or
(4) For affected sources (as defined in this subpart) applying for or subject to a title V permit: "responsible official" shall have the same meaning as defined in part 70 or Federal title V regulations in this chapter (42 U.S.C. 7661), whichever is applicable.
Shape dryer means a thermal process unit that operates at a peak temperature typically between 40° and 700 °C (100° and 1300 °F) and is used exclusively to reduce the free moisture content of a refractory shape. Shape dryers generally are the initial thermal process step following the forming step in refractory products manufacturing. (See also the definition of a curing oven.)
Shape preheater means a thermal process unit that operates at a peak temperature typically between 180° and 320 °C (350° and 600 °F) and is used to heat fired refractory shapes prior to the impregnation step in manufacturing pitch-impregnated refractory products.
Thermal oxidizer means an add-on air pollution control device that includes one or more combustion chambers and is designed specifically to destroy organic compounds in a process exhaust gas stream by incineration.
Uncalcined clay means clay that has not undergone thermal processing in a calciner.
Wet scrubber means an add-on air pollution control device that removes pollutants from a gas stream by bringing them into contact with a liquid, typically water.
Work practice standard means any design, equipment, work practice, or operational standard, or combination thereof, that is promulgated pursuant to section 112(h) of the Clean Air Act.
Table 1 to Subpart SSSSS of Part 63 -- Emission Limits
As stated in §63.9788, you must comply with the emission limits for affected sources in the following table:
For .  .  .
You must meet the following emission limits .  .  .
1. Each new or existing curing oven, shape dryer, and kiln that is used to process refractory products that use organic HAP; each new or existing coking oven and defumer that is used to produce pitch-impregnated refractory products; each new shape preheater that is used to produce pitch-impregnated refractory products; AND each new or existing process unit that is exhausted to a thermal or catalytic oxidizer that also controls emissions from an affected shape preheater or pitch working tank
As specified in items 2 through 9 of this table.
2. Continuous process units that are controlled with a thermal or catalytic oxidizer
a. The 3-hour block average THC concentration must not exceed 20 parts per million by volume, dry basis (ppmvd), corrected to 18 percent oxygen, at the outlet of the control device; or

b. The 3-hour block average THC mass emissions rate must be reduced by at least 95 percent.
3. Continuous process units that are equipped with a control device other than a thermal or catalytic oxidizer
a. The 3-hour block average THC concentration must not exceed 20 ppmvd, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, at the outlet of the control device; or

b. The 3-hour block average THC mass emissions rate must be reduced by at least 95 percent.
4. Continuous process units that use process changes to reduce organic HAP emissions
The 3-hour block average THC concentration must not exceed 20 ppmvd, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, at the outlet of the process gas stream.
5. Continuous kilns that are not equipped with a control device
The 3-hour block average THC concentration must not exceed 20 ppmvd, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, at the outlet of the process gas stream.
6. Batch process units that are controlled with a thermal or catalytic oxidizer
a. The 2-run block average THC concentration for the 3-hour peak emissions period must not exceed 20 ppmvd, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, at the outlet of the control device; or

b. The 2-run block average THC mass emissions rate for the 3-hour peak emissions period must be reduced by at least 95 percent.
7. Batch process units that are equipped with a control device other than a thermal or catalytic oxidizer
a. The 2-run block average THC concentration for the 3-hour peak emissions period must not exceed 20 ppmvd, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, at the outlet of the control device; or

b. The 2-run block average THC mass emissions rate for the 3-hour peak emissions period must be reduced by at least 95 percent.
8. Batch process units that use process changes to reduce organic HAP emissions
The 2-run block average THC concentration for the 3-hour peak emissions period must not exceed 20 ppmvd, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, at the outlet of the process gas stream.
9. Batch process kilns that are not equipped with a control device
The 2-run block average THC concentration for the 3-hour peak emissions period must not exceed 20 ppmvd, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, at the outlet of the process gas stream.
10. Each new continuous kiln that is used to produce clay refractory products
a. The 3-hour block average HF emissions must not exceed 0.019 kilograms per megagram (kg/Mg) (0.038 pounds per ton (lb/ton)) of uncalcined clay processed, OR the 3-hour block average HF mass emissions rate must be reduced by at least 90 percent; and

b. The 3-hour block average HCl emissions must not exceed 0.091 kg/Mg (0.18 lb/ton) of uncalcined clay processed, OR the 3-hour block average HCl mass emissions rate must be reduced by at least 30 percent; and

c. The 3-hour block average PM emissions must not exceed 1.4 kg/Mg (3.1 lb/hr); and

d. The 3-hour block average Hg concentration must not exceed 6.1 micrograms per dry standard cubic meter (ug/dscm), corrected to 18 percent oxygen, at the outlet of the control device or the process gas stream.
11. Each new batch process kiln that is used to produce clay refractory products
a. The 2-run block average HF mass emissions rate for the 3-hour peak emissions period must be reduced by at least 90 percent; and

b. The 2-run block average HCl mass emissions rate for the 3-hour peak emissions period must be reduced by at least 30 percent; and

c. The 2-run block average PM emissions for the 3-hour peak emissions period must not exceed 1.4 kg/Mg (3.1 lb/hr); and

d. The 2-run block average Hg concentration for the 3-hour peak emissions period must not exceed 6.1 ug/dscm, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, at the outlet of the control device or the process gas stream.
12. Each existing continuous kiln that is used to produce clay refractory products on and after [date 1 year after date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register]
a. The 3-hour block average PM emissions must not exceed 4.3 kg/Mg (9.5 lb/hr); and

b. The 3-hour block average Hg concentration must not exceed 18 ug/dscm, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, at the outlet of the control device or the process gas stream.
13. Each existing batch kiln that is used to produce clay refractory products on and after [date 1 year after date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register]
a. The 2-run block average PM emissions for the 3-hour peak emissions period must not exceed 4.3 kg/Mg (9.5 lb/hr); and

b. The 2-run block average Hg concentration for the 3-hour peak emissions period must not exceed 18 ug/dscm, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, at the outlet of the control device or the process gas stream.
Table 2 to Subpart SSSSS of Part 63 -- Operating Limits
As stated in §63.9788, you must comply with the operating limits for affected sources in the following table:
For .  .  .
You must .  .  .
1. Each affected source listed in Table 1 to this subpart
a. Operate all affected sources according to the requirements to this subpart on and after the date on which the initial performance test is conducted or required to be conducted, whichever date is earlier; and

b. Capture emissions and vent them through a closed system; and

c. Operate each control device that is required to comply with this subpart on each affected source during all periods that the source is operating, except where specified in §63.9792(e), item 2 of this table, item 5 of Table 3 to this subpart, item 13 of Table 4 to this subpart, and item 6 of Table 9 to this subpart for THC control devices on continuous kilns used to manufacture refractory products that use organic HAP; and

d. Record all operating parameters specified in Table 8 to this subpart for the affected source; and

e. Prepare and implement a written OM&M plan as specified in §63.9792(d).
2. Each affected continuous kiln used to manufacture refractory products that use organic HAP that is equipped with an emission control device for THC
a. Receive approval from the Administrator before taking the control device on the affected kiln out of service for scheduled maintenance, as specified in §63.9792(e); and

b. Before [date 181 days after date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register], minimize HAP emissions from the affected kiln during all periods of scheduled maintenance of the kiln control device when the kiln is operating and the control device is out of service; on and after [date 181 days after date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register], you must minimize HAP emissions during the period when the kiln is operating and the control device is out of service by complying with the applicable standard in Table 3 to this subpart; and

c. Minimize the duration of all periods of scheduled maintenance of the kiln control device when the kiln is operating and the control device is out of service. On and after [date 181 days after date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register], the total time during which the kiln is operating and the control device is out of service for the each year on a 12-month rolling basis must not exceed 750 hours.
3. Each new or existing curing oven, shape dryer, and kiln that is used to process refractory products that use organic HAP; each new or existing coking oven and defumer that is used to produce pitch-impregnated refractory products; each new shape preheater that is used to produce pitch-impregnated refractory products; AND each new or existing process unit that is exhausted to a thermal or catalytic oxidizer that also controls emissions from an affected shape preheater or pitch working tank
Satisfy the applicable operating limits specified in items 4 through 9 of this table.
4. Each affected continuous process unit
Maintain the 3-hour block average organic HAP processing rate (pounds per hour) at or below the maximum organic HAP processing rate established during the most recent performance test.
5. Continuous process units that are equipped with a thermal oxidizer
Maintain the 3-hour block average operating temperature in the thermal oxidizer combustion chamber at or above the minimum allowable operating temperature for the oxidizer established during the most recent performance test.
6. Continuous process units that are equipped with a catalytic oxidizer
a. Maintain the 3-hour block average operating temperature at the inlet of the catalyst bed of the oxidizer at or above the minimum allowable operating temperature for the oxidizer established during the most recent performance test; and

b. Check the activity level of the catalyst at least every 12 months.
7. Each affected batch process unit
For each batch cycle, maintain the organic HAP processing rate (pounds per batch) at or below the maximum organic HAP processing rate established during the most recent performance test.
8. Batch process units that are equipped with a thermal oxidizer
a. From the start of each batch cycle until 3 hours have passed since the process unit reached maximum temperature, maintain the hourly average operating temperature in the thermal oxidizer combustion chamber at or above the minimum allowable operating temperature established for the corresponding period during the most recent performance test, as determined according to item 11 of Table 4 to this subpart; and

b. For each subsequent hour of the batch cycle, maintain the hourly average operating temperature in the thermal oxidizer combustion chamber at or above the minimum allowable operating temperature established for the corresponding hour during the most recent performance test, as specified in item 13 of Table 4 to this subpart.
9. Batch process units that are equipped with a catalytic oxidizer
a. From the start of each batch cycle until 3 hours have passed since the process unit reached maximum temperature, maintain the hourly average operating temperature at the inlet of the catalyst bed at or above the minimum allowable operating temperature established for the corresponding period during the most recent performance test, as determined according to item 12 of Table 4 to this subpart; and

b. For each subsequent hour of the batch cycle, maintain the hourly average operating temperature at the inlet of the catalyst bed at or above the minimum allowable operating temperature established for the corresponding hour during the most recent performance test, as specified in item 13 of Table 4 to this subpart; and

c. Check the activity level of the catalyst at least every 12 months.
10. Each new kiln that is used to process clay refractory products
Satisfy the applicable operating limits specified in items 11 through 13 of this table.
11. Each affected kiln that is equipped with a DLA
a. Maintain the 3-hour block average pressure drop across the DLA at or above the minimum levels established during the most recent performance test; and

b. Maintain free-flowing limestone in the feed hopper, silo, and DLA at all times; and

c. Maintain the limestone feeder at or above the level established during the most recent performance test; and

d. Use the same grade of limestone from the same source as was used during the most recent performance test and maintain records of the source and type of limestone used; and

e. Maintain no VE from the stack.
12. Each affected kiln that is equipped with a DIFF or DLS/FF
a. Initiate corrective action within 1 hour of a bag leak detection system alarm and complete corrective actions in accordance with the OM&M plan; and

b. Verify at least once each 8-hour shift that lime is free-flowing by means of a visual check, checking the output of a load cell, carrier gas/lime flow indicator, or carrier gas pressure drop measurement system; and

c. Record the lime feeder setting daily to verify that the feeder setting is at or above the level established during the most recent performance test.
13. Each affected kiln that is equipped with a wet scrubber
a. Maintain the 3-hour block average pressure drop across the scrubber, liquid pH, and liquid flow rate at or above the minimum levels established during the most recent performance test; and

b. If chemicals are added to the scrubber liquid, maintain the 3-hour block average chemical feed rate at or above the minimum chemical feed rate established during the most recent performance test.
14. Each new and existing kiln used to process clay refractory products that is equipped with an ACI system
Maintain the average carbon flow rate for each 3-hour block period at or above the average carbon flow rate established during the Hg performance test in which compliance was demonstrated.
15. Each new and existing kiln that is used to process clay refractory products with no add-on control and each existing kiln that is equipped with a DLA
Maintain no VE from the stack.
16. Each existing kiln used to process clay refractory products that is equipped with a FF
Initiate corrective action within 1 hour of a bag leak detection system alarm and complete corrective actions in accordance with the OM&M plan OR maintain no VE from the stack.
17. Each existing kiln used to process clay refractory products that is equipped with a wet scrubber
Maintain the 3-hour block average pressure drop across the scrubber and liquid flow rate at or above the minimum levels established during the most recent performance test.
Table 3 to Subpart SSSSS of Part 63 -- Work Practice Standards
As stated in §63.9788, you must comply with the work practice standards for affected sources in the following table:
For .  .  .
You must .  .  .
According to one of the following requirements .  .  .
1. Each basket or container that is used for holding fired refractory shapes in an existing shape preheater and autoclave during the pitch impregnation process
a. Control POM emissions from any affected shape preheater
i. At least every 10 preheating cycles, clean the residual pitch from the surfaces of the basket or container by abrasive blasting prior to placing the basket or container in the affected shape preheater; or

ii. At least every 10 preheating cycles, subject the basket or container to a thermal process cycle that meets or exceeds the operating temperature and cycle time of the affected preheater, AND is conducted in a process unit that is exhausted to a thermal or catalytic oxidizer that is comparable to the control device used on an affected defumer or coking oven; or

iii. Capture emissions from the affected shape preheater and vent them to the control device that is used to control emissions from an affected defumer or coking oven, or to a comparable thermal or catalytic oxidizer.
2. Each new or existing pitch working tank
Control POM emissions
Capture emissions from the affected pitch working tank and vent them to the control device that is used to control emissions from an affected defumer or coking oven, OR to a comparable thermal or catalytic oxidizer.
3. Each new or existing chromium refractory products kiln
Minimize fuel-based HAP emissions
Use natural gas, or equivalent, as the kiln fuel, except during periods of natural gas curtailment or supply interruption, as defined in §63.9824.
4. Each existing clay refractory products kiln
Minimize fuel-based HAP emissions
Use natural gas, or equivalent, as the kiln fuel, except during periods of natural gas curtailment or supply interruption, as defined in §63.9824.
5. Each affected continuous kiln used to manufacture refractory products that use organic HAP that is equipped with an emission control device for THC with Administrator approval to take the control device out of service for scheduled maintenance, as specified in §63.9792(e)
Minimize HAP emissions
i. Before [date 181 days after date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register], minimize HAP emissions from the affected kiln during all periods of scheduled maintenance of the kiln control device when the kiln is operating and the control device is out of service consistent with your OM&M plan and minimize the time period during which the kiln is operating and the control device is out of service; or

ii. On and after [date 181 days after date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register], minimize HAP emissions during the period when the kiln is operating and the control device is out of service by scheduling the manufacture of product for which the mass fraction of organic HAP in the resins, binders, and additives is at the lower end of the range produced (i.e., below the typical average mass fraction of organic HAP in the resins, binders, and additives); do not exceed five kiln cars with products for which the mass fraction of organic HAP in the resins, binders, and additives greater than the average for the year (on a 12-month rolling basis); and minimize the time period during which the kiln is operating and the control device is out of service, not to exceed 750 hours for the year (on a 12-month rolling basis).
6. Each new or existing curing oven, shape dryer, and kiln that is used to process refractory products that use organic HAP, on and after [date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register]
Minimize fuel-based HAP emissions
Use natural gas, or equivalent, as the kiln fuel, except during periods of natural gas curtailment or supply interruption, as defined in §63.9824.
Table 4 to Subpart SSSSS to Part 63 -- Requirements for Performance Tests
As stated in §63.9800, you must comply with the requirements for performance tests for affected sources in the following table:
For .  .  .
You must .  .  .
Using .  .  .
According to the following requirements .  .  .
1. Each affected source listed in Table 1 to this subpart
a. Conduct performance tests
i. The requirements of the general provisions in subpart A of this part and the requirements to this subpart
(1) Record the date of the test; and

(2) Identify the emission source that is tested; and

(3) Collect and record the corresponding operating parameter and emission test data listed in this table for each run of the performance test; and

(4) Repeat the performance test at least every 5 years; and

(5) Repeat the performance test before changing the parameter value for any operating limit specified in your OM&M plan; and

(6) If complying with the THC concentration or THC percentage reduction limits specified in items 2 through 9 of Table 1 to this subpart, repeat the performance test under the conditions specified in items 2.a.2. and 2.a.3. of this table; and

(7) If complying with the emission limits for new clay refractory products kilns specified in items 10 and 11 of Table 1 to this subpart, repeat the performance test under the conditions specified in items 14.a.i.4. and 17.a.i.4. of this table.

b. Select the locations of sampling ports and the number of traverse points
i. Method 1 or 1A of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-1
(1) To demonstrate compliance with the percentage reduction limits specified in items 2.b., 3.b., 6.b., 7.b., 10, and 11 of Table 1 to this subpart, locate sampling sites at the inlet of the control device and at either the outlet of the control device or at the stack prior to any releases to the atmosphere; and

(2) To demonstrate compliance with any other emission limit specified in Table 1 to this subpart, locate all sampling sites at the outlet of the control device or at the stack prior to any releases to the atmosphere.

c. Determine gas velocity and volumetric flow rate
Method 2, 2A, 2C, 2D, 2F, or 2G of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-1 and A-2
Measure gas velocities and volumetric flow rates at 1-hour intervals throughout each test run.

d. Conduct gas molecular weight analysis
i. Method 3, 3A, or 3B of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-2; or
As specified in the applicable test method.

ii. ASME PTC 19.10-1981-Part 10
You may use the manual procedures (but not instrumental procedures) of ASME PTC 19.10-1981-Part 10 (incorporated by reference -- see §63.14) as an alternative to EPA Method 3B.

e. Measure gas moisture content
Method 4 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-3
As specified in the applicable test method.
2. Each new or existing curing oven, shape dryer, and kiln that is used to process refractory products that use organic HAP; each new or existing coking oven and defumer that is used to produce pitch-impregnated refractory products; each new shape preheater that is used to produce pitch-impregnated refractory products; AND each new or existing process unit that is exhausted to a thermal or catalytic oxidizer that also controls emissions from an affected shape preheater or pitch working tank
a. Conduct performance tests

(1) Conduct the performance test while the source is operating at the maximum organic HAP processing rate, as defined in §63.9824, reasonably expected to occur; and

(2) Repeat the performance test before starting production of any product for which the organic HAP processing rate is likely to exceed the maximum organic HAP processing rate established during the most recent performance test by more than 10 percent, as specified in §63.9798(c); and

(3) Repeat the performance test on any affected uncontrolled kiln following process changes (e.g., shorter curing oven cycle time) that could increase organic HAP emissions from the affected kiln, as specified in §63.9798(d).

b. Satisfy the applicable requirements listed in items 3 through 13 of this table

3. Each affected continuous process unit
a. Perform a minimum of 3 test runs
The appropriate test methods specified in items 1, 4, and 5 of this table
Each test run must be at least 1 hour in duration.

b. Establish the operating limit for the maximum organic HAP processing rate
i. Method 311 of 40 CFR part 63, appendix A, OR material safety data sheets (MSDS), OR product labels to determine the mass fraction of organic HAP in each resin, binder, or additive; and
(1) Calculate and record the organic HAP content of all refractory shapes that are processed during the performance test, based on the mass fraction of organic HAP in the resins, binders, or additives; the mass fraction of each resin, binder, or additive, in the product; and the process feed rate; and

ii. Product formulation data that specify the mass fraction of each resin, binder, and additive in the products that are processed during the performance test; and
(2) Calculate and record the organic HAP processing rate (pounds per hour) for each test run; and

iii. Process feed rate data (tons per hour)
(3) Calculate and record the maximum organic HAP processing rate as the average of the organic HAP processing rates for the three test runs.

c. Record the operating temperature of the affected source
Process data
During each test run and at least once per hour, record the operating temperature in the highest temperature zone of the affected source.
4. Each continuous process unit that is subject to the THC emission limit listed in item 2.a., 3.a., 4, or 5 of Table 1 to this subpart
a. Measure THC concentrations at the outlet of the control device or in the stack
i. Method 25A of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-7
(1) Each minute, measure and record the concentrations of THC in the exhaust stream; and

(2) Provide at least 50 1-minute measurements for each valid hourly average THC concentration.

b. Measure oxygen concentrations at the outlet of the control device or in the stack
i. Method 3A of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-2
(1) Each minute, measure and record the concentrations of oxygen in the exhaust stream; and

(2) Provide at least 50 1-minute measurements for each valid hourly average THC concentration.

c. Determine the hourly average THC concentration, corrected to 18 percent oxygen
i. Equation 1 of §63.9800(g)(1); and
ii. The 1-minute THC and oxygen concentration data
(1) Calculate the hourly average THC concentration for each hour of the performance test as the average of the 1-minute THC measurements; and

(2) Calculate the hourly average oxygen concentration for each hour of the performance test as the average of the 1-minute oxygen measurements; and

(3) Correct the hourly average THC concentrations to 18 percent oxygen using Equation 1 of §63.9800(g)(1).

d. Determine the 3-hour block average THC emission concentration, corrected to 18 percent oxygen
The hourly average concentration of THC, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, for each test run
Calculate the 3-hour block average THC emission concentration, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, as the average of the hourly average THC emission concentrations, corrected to 18 percent oxygen.
5. Each continuous process unit that is subject to the THC percentage reduction limit listed in item 2.b. or 3.b. of Table 1 to this subpart
a. Measure THC concentrations at the inlet and outlet of the control device
i. Method 25A of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-7
(1) Each minute, measure and record the concentrations of THC at the inlet and outlet of the control device; and

(2) Provide at least 50 1-minute measurements for each valid hourly average THC concentration at the control device inlet and outlet.

b. Determine the hourly THC mass emissions rates at the inlet and outlet of the control device
i. The 1-minute THC concentration data at the control device inlet and outlet; and
ii. The volumetric flow rates at the control device inlet and outlet
Calculate the hourly THC mass emissions rates at the control device inlet and outlet for each hour of the performance test.

c. Determine the 3-hour block average THC percentage reduction
i. The hourly THC mass emissions rates at the inlet and outlet of the control device
(1) Calculate the hourly THC percentage reduction for each hour of the performance test using Equation 2 of §63.9800(g)(1); and

(2) Calculate the 3-hour block average THC percentage reduction.
6. Each continuous process unit that is equipped with a thermal oxidizer
a. Establish the operating limit for the minimum allowable thermal oxidizer combustion chamber temperature
i. Continuous recording of the output of the combustion chamber temperature measurement device
(1) At least every 15 minutes, measure and record the thermal oxidizer combustion chamber temperature; and

(2) Provide at least one measurement during at least three 15-minute periods per hour of testing; and

(3) Calculate the hourly average thermal oxidizer combustion chamber temperature for each hour of the performance test; and

(4) Calculate the minimum allowable combustion chamber temperature as the average of the combustion chamber temperatures for the three test runs, minus 14 °C (25 °F).
7. Each continuous process unit that is equipped with a catalytic oxidizer
a. Establish the operating limit for the minimum allowable temperature at the inlet of the catalyst bed
i. Continuous recording of the output of the temperature measurement device
(1) At least every 15 minutes, measure and record the temperature at the inlet of the catalyst bed; and

(2) Provide at least one catalyst bed inlet temperature measurement during at least three 15-minute periods per hour of testing; and

(3) Calculate the hourly average catalyst bed inlet temperature for each hour of the performance test; and

(4) Calculate the minimum allowable catalyst bed inlet temperature as the average of the catalyst bed inlet temperatures for the three test runs, minus 14 °C (25 °F).
8. Each affected batch process unit
a. Perform a minimum of two test runs
i. The appropriate test methods specified in items 1, 9, and 10 of this table
(1) Each test run must be conducted over a separate batch cycle unless you satisfy the requirements of §63.9800(f)(3) and (4); and

(2) Each test run must begin with the start of a batch cycle, except as specified in item 8.a.i.4. of this table; and

(3) Each test run must continue until the end of the batch cycle, except as specified in items 8.a.i.4. and 8.a.i.5. of this table; and

(4) If you develop an emissions profile, as described in §63.9802(a), AND for sources equipped with a thermal or catalytic oxidizer, you do not reduce the oxidizer operating temperature, as specified in item 13 of this table, you can limit each test run to the 3-hour peak THC emissions period; and

(5) If you do not develop an emissions profile, a test run can be stopped, and the results of that run considered complete, if you measure emissions continuously until at least 3 hours after the affected process unit has reached maximum temperature, AND the hourly average THC mass emissions rate has not increased during the 3-hour period since maximum process temperature was reached, and the hourly average concentrations of THC at the inlet of the control device have not exceeded 20 ppmvd, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, during the 3-hour period since maximum process temperature was reached or the hourly average THC percentage reduction has been at least 95 percent during the 3-hour period since maximum process temperature was reached, AND, for sources equipped with a thermal or catalytic oxidizer, at least 1 hour has passed since any reduction in the operating temperature of the oxidizer, as specified in item 13 of this table.

b. Establish the operating limit for the maximum organic HAP processing rate
i. Method 311 of 40 CFR part 63, appendix A, OR MSDS, OR product labels to determine the mass fraction of organic HAP in each resin, binder, or additive; and
(1) Calculate and record the organic HAP content of all refractory shapes that are processed during the performance test, based on the mass fraction of HAP in the resins, binders, or additives; the mass fraction of each resin, binder, or additive, in the product, and the batch weight prior to processing; and

ii. Product formulation data that specify the mass fraction of each resin, binder, and additive in the products that are processed during the performance test; and
iii. Batch weight (tons)
(2) Calculate and record the organic HAP processing rate (pounds per batch) for each test run; and
(3) Calculate and record the maximum organic HAP processing rate as the average of the organic HAP processing rates for the two test runs.

c. Record the batch cycle time
Process data
Record the total elapsed time from the start to the completion of the batch cycle.

d. Record the operating temperature of the affected source
Process data
Record the operating temperature of the affected source at least once every hour from the start to the completion of the batch cycle.
9. Each batch process unit that is subject to the THC emission limit listed in item 6.a., 7.a., 8, or 9 of Table 1 to this subpart
a. Measure THC concentrations at the outlet of the control device or in the stack
i. Method 25A of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-7
(1) Each minute, measure and record the concentrations of THC in the exhaust stream; and

(2) Provide at least 50 1-minute measurements for each valid hourly average THC concentration.

b. Measure oxygen concentrations at the outlet of the control device or in the stack
i. Method 3A of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-2
(1) Each minute, measure and record the concentrations of oxygen in the exhaust stream; and

(2) Provide at least 50 1-minute measurements for each valid hourly average oxygen concentration.

c. Determine the hourly average THC concentration, corrected to 18 percent oxygen
i. Equation 1 of §63.9800(g)(1); and
ii. The 1-minute THC and oxygen concentration data
(1) Calculate the hourly average THC concentration for each hour of the performance test as the average of the 1-minute THC measurements; and

(2) Calculate the hourly average oxygen concentration for each hour of the performance test as the average of the 1-minute oxygen measurements; and

(3) Correct the hourly average THC concentrations to 18 percent oxygen using Equation 1 of §63.9800(g)(1).

d. Determine the 3-hour peak THC emissions period for each test run
The hourly average THC concentrations, corrected to 18 percent oxygen
Select the period of 3 consecutive hours over which the sum of the hourly average THC concentrations, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, is greater than the sum of the hourly average THC emission concentrations, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, for any other period of 3 consecutive hours during the test run.

e. Determine the average THC concentration, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, for each test run
The hourly average THC emission concentrations, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, for the 3-hour peak THC emissions period
Calculate the average of the hourly average THC concentrations, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, for the 3 hours of the peak emissions period for each test run.

f. Determine the 2-run block average THC concentration, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, for the emission test
The average THC concentration, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, for each test run
Calculate the average of the average THC concentrations, corrected to 18 percent oxygen, for each run.
10. Each batch process unit that is subject to the THC percentage reduction limit listed in item 6.b. or 7.b. of Table 1 to this subpart
a. Measure THC concentrations at the inlet and outlet of the control device
i. Method 25A of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-7
(1) Each minute, measure and record the concentrations of THC at the control device inlet and outlet; and

(2) Provide at least 50 1-minute measurements for each valid hourly average THC concentration at the control device inlet and outlet.

b. Determine the hourly THC mass emissions rates at the control device inlet and outlet
i. The 1-minute THC concentration data at the control device inlet and outlet; and
ii. The volumetric flow rates at the control device inlet and outlet
(1) Calculate the hourly mass emissions rates at the control device inlet and outlet for each hour of the performance test.

c. Determine the 3-hour peak THC emissions period for each test run
The hourly THC mass emissions rates at the control device inlet
Select the period of 3 consecutive hours over which the sum of the hourly THC mass emissions rates at the control device inlet is greater than the sum of the hourly THC mass emissions rates at the control device inlet for any other period of 3 consecutive hours during the test run.

d. Determine the average THC percentage reduction for each test run
i. Equation 2 of §63.9800(g)(2); and
ii. The hourly THC mass emissions rates at the control device inlet and outlet for the 3-hour peak THC emissions period
Calculate the average THC percentage reduction for each test run using Equation 2 of §63.9800(g)(2).

e. Determine the 2-run block average THC percentage reduction for the emission test
The average THC percentage reduction for each test run
Calculate the average of the average THC percentage reductions for each test run.
11. Each batch process unit that is equipped with a thermal oxidizer
a. Establish the operating limit for the minimum thermal oxidizer combustion chamber temperature
i. Continuous recording of the output of the combustion chamber temperature measurement device
(1) At least every 15 minutes, measure and record the thermal oxidizer combustion chamber temperature; and

(2) Provide at least one temperature measurement during at least three 15-minute periods per hour of testing; and

(3) Calculate the hourly average combustion chamber temperature for each hour of the 3-hour peak emissions period, as defined in item 9.d. or 10.c. of this table, whichever applies; and

(4) Calculate the minimum allowable thermal oxidizer combustion chamber operating temperature as the average of the hourly combustion chamber temperatures for the 3-hour peak emissions period, minus 14 °C (25 °F).
12. Each batch process unit that is equipped with a catalytic oxidizer
a. Establish the operating limit for the minimum temperature at the inlet of the catalyst bed
i. Continuous recording of the output of the temperature measurement device
(1) At least every 15 minutes, measure and record the temperature at the inlet of the catalyst bed; and

(2) Provide at least one catalyst bed inlet temperature measurement during at least three 15-minute periods per hour of testing; and

(3) Calculate the hourly average catalyst bed inlet temperature for each hour of the 3-hour peak emissions period, as defined in item 9.d. or 10.c. of this table, whichever applies; and

(4) Calculate the minimum allowable catalytic oxidizer catalyst bed inlet temperature as the average of the hourly catalyst bed inlet temperatures for the 3-hour peak emissions period, minus 14 °C (25 °F).
13. Each batch process unit that is equipped with a thermal or catalytic oxidizer
a. During each test run, maintain the applicable operating temperature of the oxidizer until emission levels allow the oxidizer to be shut off or the operating temperature of the oxidizer to be reduced

(1) The oxidizer can be shut off or the oxidizer operating temperature can be reduced if you do not use an emission profile to limit testing to the 3-hour peak emissions period, as specified in item 8.a.i.4. of this table; and

(2) At least 3 hours have passed since the affected process unit reached maximum temperature; and

(3) The applicable emission limit specified in item 6.a. or 6.b. of Table 1 to this subpart was met during each of the previous three 1-hour periods; and

(4) The hourly average THC mass emissions rate did not increase during the 3-hour period since maximum process temperature was reached; and

(5) The applicable emission limit specified in item 6.a. and 6.b. of Table 1 to this subpart was met during each of the four 15-minute periods immediately following the oxidizer temperature reduction; and

(6) If the applicable emission limit specified in item 6.a. or 6.b. of Table 1 to this subpart was not met during any of the four 15-minute periods immediately following the oxidizer temperature reduction, you must return the oxidizer to its normal operating temperature as soon as possible and maintain that temperature for at least 1 hour; and

(7) Continue the test run until the applicable emission limit specified in items 6.a. and 6.b. of Table 1 to this subpart is met for at least four consecutive 15-minute periods that immediately follow the temperature reduction; and

(8) Calculate the hourly average oxidizer operating temperature for each hour of the performance test since the affected process unit reached maximum temperature.
14. Each new continuous kiln that is used to process clay refractory products
a. Measure emissions of HF and HCl
i. Method 26A of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-8; or
ii. Method 26 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-8; or
iii. Method 320 of 40 CFR part 63, appendix A
(1) Conduct the test while the kiln is operating at the maximum production level; and
(2) You may use Method 26 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-8, only if no acid PM (e.g., HF or HCl dissolved in water droplets emitted by sources controlled by a wet scrubber) is present; and

(3) If you use Method 320 of 40 CFR part 63, appendix A, you must follow the analyte spiking procedures of Section 13 of Method 320 unless you can demonstrate that the complete spiking procedure has been conducted at a similar source. ASTM D6348-12e1 (incorporated by reference, see §63.14) may be used as an alternative to Method 320 if the test plan preparation and implementation in Annexes A1-A8 are mandatory and the %R in Annex A5 is determined for each target analyte and is equal or greater than 70 percent and less than or equal to 130 percent; and

(4) Repeat the performance test if the affected source is controlled with a DLA and you change the source of the limestone used in the DLA.

b. Perform a minimum of 3 test runs
The appropriate test methods specified in items 1 and 14.a. of this table
Each test run must be at least 1 hour in duration.
15. Each new continuous kiln that is subject to the production-based HF and HCl emission limits specified in items 10.a. and 10.b. of Table 1 to this subpart
a. Record the uncalcined clay processing rate
i. Production data; and
ii. Product formulation data that specify the mass fraction of uncalcined clay in the products that are processed during the performance test
(1) Record the production rate (tons per hour of fired product); and
(2) Calculate and record the average rate at which uncalcined clay is processed (tons per hour) for each test run; and
(3) Calculate and record the 3-run average uncalcined clay processing rate as the average of the average uncalcined clay processing rates for each test run.

b. Determine the HF mass emissions rate at the outlet of the control device or in the stack
i. Method 26A of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-8; or
ii. Method 26 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-8; or
iii. Method 320 of 40 CFR part 63, appendix A
Calculate the HF mass emissions rate for each test.
ASTM D6348-12e1 (incorporated by reference, see §63.14) may be used as an alternative to Method 320 if the test plan preparation and implementation in Annexes A1-A8 are mandatory and the %R in Annex A5 is determined for each target analyte and is equal or greater than 70 percent and less than or equal to 130 percent.

c. Determine the 3-hour block average production-based HF emissions rate
i. The HF mass emissions rate for each test run; and
ii. The average uncalcined clay processing rate
(1) Calculate the hourly production-based HF emissions rate for each test run using Equation 3 of §63.9800(g)(3); and

(2) Calculate the 3-hour block average production-based HF emissions rate as the average of the hourly production-based HF emissions rates for each test run.

d. Determine the HCl mass emissions rate at the outlet of the control device or in the stack
i. Method 26A of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-8; or
ii. Method 26 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-8; or
iii. Method 320 of 40 CFR part 63, appendix A
Calculate the HCl mass emissions rate for each test run.
ASTM D6348-12e1 (incorporated by reference, see §63.14) may be used as an alternative to Method 320 if the test plan preparation and implementation in Annexes A1-A8 are mandatory and the %R in Annex A5 is determined for each target analyte and is equal or greater than 70 percent and less than or equal to 130 percent.

e. Determine the 3-hour block average production-based HCl emissions rate
i. The HCl mass emissions rate for each test run; and
ii. The average uncalcined clay processing rate
(1) Calculate the hourly production-based HCl emissions rate for each test run using Equation 3 of §63.9800(g)(3); and

(2) Calculate the 3-hour block average production-based HCl emissions rate as the average of the production-based HCl emissions rates for each test run.
16. Each new continuous kiln that is subject to the HF and HCl percentage reduction limits specified in items 10.a. and 10.b. of Table 1 to this subpart
a. Measure the HF mass emissions rates at the inlet and outlet of the control device
i. Method 26A of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-8; or
ii. Method 26 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-8; or
iii. Method 320 of 40 CFR part 63, appendix A
Calculate the HF mass emissions rates at the control device inlet and outlet for each test run.
ASTM D6348-12e1 (incorporated by reference, see §63.14) may be used as an alternative to Method 320 if the test plan preparation and implementation in Annexes A1-A8 are mandatory and the %R in Annex A5 is determined for each target analyte and is equal or greater than 70 percent and less than or equal to 130 percent.

b. Determine the 3-hour block average HF percentage reduction
i. The HF mass emissions rates at the inlet and outlet of the control device for each test run
(1) Calculate the hourly HF percentage reduction using Equation 2 of §63.9800(g)(2); and

(2) Calculate the 3-hour block average HF percentage reduction as the average of the HF percentage reductions for each test run.

c. Measure the HCl mass emissions rates at the inlet and outlet of the control device
i. Method 26A of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-8; or
ii. Method 26 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-8; or
iii. Method 320 of 40 CFR part 63, appendix A
Calculate the HCl mass emissions rates at the control device inlet and outlet for each test run.
ASTM D6348-12e1 (incorporated by reference, see §63.14) may be used as an alternative to Method 320 if the test plan preparation and implementation in Annexes A1-A8 are mandatory and the %R in Annex A5 is determined for each target analyte and is equal or greater than 70 percent and less than or equal to 130 percent.

d. Determine the 3-hour block average HCl percentage reduction.
i. The HCl mass emissions rates at the inlet and outlet of the control device for each test run
(1) Calculate the hourly HCl percentage reduction using Equation 2 of §63.9800(g)(2); and

(2) Calculate the 3-hour block average HCl percentage reduction as the average of HCl percentage reductions for each test run.
17. Each new batch process kiln that is used to process clay refractory products
a. Measure emissions of HF and HCl at the inlet and outlet of the control device
i. Method 26A of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-8; or
ii. Method 26 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-8; or
iii. Method 320 of 40 CFR part 63, appendix A
(1) Conduct the test while the kiln is operating at the maximum production level; and
(2) You may use Method 26 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A, only if no acid PM (e.g., HF or HCl dissolved in water droplets emitted by sources controlled by a wet scrubber) is present; and
(3) If you use Method 320 of 40 CFR part 63, you must follow the analyte spiking procedures of Section 13 of Method 320 unless you can demonstrate that the complete spiking procedure has been conducted at a similar source
ASTM D6348-12e1 (incorporated by reference, see §63.14) may be used as an alternative to Method 320 if the test plan preparation and implementation in Annexes A1-A8 are mandatory and the %R in Annex A5 is determined for each target analyte and is equal or greater than 70 percent and less than or equal to 130 percent.; and

(4) Repeat the performance test if the affected source is controlled with a DLA and you change the source of the limestone used in the DLA.

b. Perform a minimum of 2 test runs
i. The appropriate test methods specified in items 1 and 17.a. of this table
(1) Each test run must be conducted over a separate batch cycle unless you satisfy the requirements of §63.9800(f)(3) and (4); and

(2) Each test run must consist of a series of 1-hour runs at the inlet and outlet of the control device, beginning with the start of a batch cycle, except as specified in item 17.b.i.4. of this table; and

(3) Each test run must continue until the end of the batch cycle, except as specified in item 17.b.i.4. of this table; and

(4) If you develop an emissions profile, as described in §63.9802(b), you can limit each test run to the 3-hour peak HF emissions period.

c. Determine the hourly HF and HCl mass emissions rates at the inlet and outlet of the control device
i. The appropriate test methods specified in items 1 and 17.a. of this table
Determine the hourly mass HF and HCl emissions rates at the inlet and outlet of the control device for each hour of each test run.

d. Determine the 3-hour peak HF emissions period
The hourly HF mass emissions rates at the inlet of the control device
Select the period of 3 consecutive hours over which the sum of the hourly HF mass emissions rates at the control device inlet is greater than the sum of the hourly HF mass emissions rates at the control device inlet for any other period of 3 consecutive hours during the test run.

e. Determine the 2-run block average HF percentage reduction for the emissions test
i. The hourly average HF emissions rates at the inlet and outlet of the control device
(1) Calculate the HF percentage reduction for each hour of the 3-hour peak HF emissions period using Equation 2 of §63.9800(g)(2); and

(2) Calculate the average HF percentage reduction for each test run as the average of the hourly HF percentage reductions for the 3-hour peak HF emissions period for that run; and

(3) Calculate the 2-run block average HF percentage reduction for the emission test as the average of the average HF percentage reductions for the two test runs.

f. Determine the 2-run block average HCl percentage reduction for the emission test
i. The hourly average HCl emissions rates at the inlet and outlet of the control device
(1) Calculate the HCl percentage reduction for each hour of the 3-hour peak HF emissions period using Equation 2 §63.9800(g)(2); and

(2) Calculate the average HCl percentage reduction for each test run as the average of the hourly HCl percentage reductions for the 3-hour peak HF emissions period for that run; and

(3) Calculate the 2-run block average HCl percentage reduction for the emission test as the average of the average HCl percentage reductions for the two test runs.
18. Each new kiln that is used to process clay refractory products and is equipped with a DLA
a. Establish the operating limit for the minimum pressure drop across the DLA
Data from the pressure drop measurement device during the performance test
(1) At least every 15 minutes, measure the pressure drop across the DLA; and

(2) Provide at least one pressure drop measurement during at least three 15-minute periods per hour of testing; and

(3) Calculate the hourly average pressure drop across the DLA for each hour of the performance test; and

(4) Calculate and record the minimum pressure drop as the average of the hourly average pressure drops across the DLA for the two or three test runs, whichever applies.

b. Establish the operating limit for the limestone feeder setting
Data from the limestone feeder during the performance test
(1) Ensure that limestone in the feed hopper, silo, and DLA is free-flowing at all times during the performance test; and

(2) Establish the limestone feeder setting 1 week prior to the performance test; and

(3) Record and maintain the feeder setting for the 1-week period that precedes the performance test and during the performance test.
19. Each new kiln that is used to process clay refractory products and is equipped with a DIFF or DLS/FF
a. Document conformance with specifications and requirements of the bag leak detection system
Data from the installation and calibration of the bag leak detection system
Submit analyses and supporting documentation demonstrating conformance with EPA guidance and specifications for bag leak detection systems as part of the Notification of Compliance Status.

b. Establish the operating limit for the lime feeder setting
i. Data from the lime feeder during the performance test
(1) For continuous lime injection systems, ensure that lime in the feed hopper or silo is free-flowing at all times during the performance test; and

(2) Record the feeder setting for the three test runs; and

(3) If the feed rate setting varies during the three test runs, calculate and record the average feed rate for the two or three test runs, whichever applies.
20. Each new kiln that is used to process clay refractory products and is equipped with a wet scrubber
a. Establish the operating limit for the minimum scrubber pressure drop
i. Data from the pressure drop measurement device during the performance test
(1) At least every 15 minutes, measure the pressure drop across the scrubber; and

(2) Provide at least one pressure drop measurement during at least three 15-minute periods per hour of testing; and

(3) Calculate the hourly average pressure drop across the scrubber for each hour of the performance test; and

(4) Calculate and record the minimum pressure drop as the average of the hourly average pressure drops across the scrubber for the two or three test runs, whichever applies.

b. Establish the operating limit for the minimum scrubber liquid pH
i. Data from the pH measurement device during the performance test
(1) At least every 15 minutes, measure scrubber liquid pH; and

(2) Provide at least one pH measurement during at least three 15-minute periods per hour of testing; and

(3) Calculate the hourly average pH values for each hour of the performance test; and

(4) Calculate and record the minimum liquid pH as the average of the hourly average pH measurements for the two or three test runs, whichever applies.

c. Establish the operating limit for the minimum scrubber liquid flow rate
i. Data from the flow rate measurement device during the performance test
(1) At least every 15 minutes, measure the scrubber liquid flow rate; and

(2) Provide at least one flow rate measurement during at least three 15-minute periods per hour of testing; and

(3) Calculate the hourly average liquid flow rate for each hour of the performance test; and

(4) Calculate and record the minimum liquid flow rate as the average of the hourly average liquid flow rates for the two or three test runs, whichever applies.

d. If chemicals are added to the scrubber liquid, establish the operating limit for the minimum scrubber chemical feed rate
i. Data from the chemical feed rate measurement device during the performance test
(1) At least every 15 minutes, measure the scrubber chemical feed rate; and

(2) Provide at least one chemical feed rate measurement during at least three 15-minute periods per hour of testing; and

(3) Calculate the hourly average chemical feed rate for each hour of the performance test; and

(4) Calculate and record the minimum chemical feed rate as the average of the hourly average chemical feed rates for the two or three test runs, whichever applies.
21. Each new and existing kiln that is used to process clay refractory products that is subject to the PM limits specified in items 10.c. 11.c, 12.a, and 13.a of Table 1 to this subpart
Measure PM emissions
Method 5 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-3

22. Each new and existing kiln that is used to process clay refractory products that is subject to the Hg limits specified in items 10.d. 11.d, 12.b, and 13.b of Table 1 to this subpart
Measure Hg emissions
Method 29 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-8
ASTM D6784-02 (Reapproved 2008) (incorporated by reference, see §63.14) may be used as an alternative to Method 29 (portion for Hg only).
23. Each new and existing kiln that is used to process clay refractory products and is equipped with an ACI system
Establish the operating limit for the average carbon flow rate
Data from the carbon flow rate measurement conducted during the Hg performance test
You must measure the carbon flow rate during each test run, determine and record the block average carbon flow rate values for the three test runs, and determine and record the 3-hour block average of the recorded carbon flow rate measurements for the three test runs. The average of the three test runs establishes your minimum site-specific activated carbon flow rate operating limit.
24. Each existing kiln that is used to process clay refractory products and is equipped with a FF and a bag leak detection system
Document conformance with specifications and requirements of the bag leak detection system
Data from the installation and calibration of the bag leak detection system
Submit analyses and supporting documentation demonstrating conformance with EPA guidance and specifications for bag leak detection systems as part of the Notification of Compliance Status.
25. Each existing kiln that is used to process clay refractory products and is equipped with a wet scrubber
a. Establish the operating limit for the minimum scrubber pressure drop
i. Data from the pressure drop measurement device during the performance test
(1) At least every 15 minutes, measure the pressure drop across the scrubber; and

(2) Provide at least one pressure drop measurement during at least three 15-minute periods per hour of testing; and

(3) Calculate the hourly average pressure drop across the scrubber for each hour of the performance test; and

(4) Calculate and record the minimum pressure drop as the average of the hourly average pressure drops across the scrubber for the two or three test runs, whichever applies.

b. Establish the operating limit for the minimum scrubber liquid flow rate
i. Data from the flow rate measurement device during the performance test
(1) At least every 15 minutes, measure the scrubber liquid flow rate; and

(2) Provide at least one flow rate measurement during at least three 15-minute periods per hour of testing; and

(3) Calculate the hourly average liquid flow rate for each hour of the performance test; and

(4) Calculate and record the minimum liquid flow rate as the average of the hourly average liquid flow rates for the two or three test runs, whichever applies.
Table 5 to Subpart SSSSS of Part 63 -- Initial Compliance With Emission Limits
As stated in §63.9806, you must show initial compliance with the emission limits for affected sources according to the following table:
For .  .  .
For the following emission limit .  .  .
You have demonstrated compliance if .  .  .
1. Each affected source listed in Table 1 to this subpart
a. Each applicable emission limit listed in Table 1 to this subpart
i. Emissions measured using the test methods specified in Table 4 to this subpart satisfy the applicable emission limits specified in Table 1 to this subpart; and

ii. You establish and have a record of the operating limits listed in Table 2 to this subpart over the performance test period; and

iii. You report the results of the performance test in the Notification of Compliance Status, as specified by §63.9812(e)(1) and (2).
2. Each new or existing curing oven, shape dryer, and kiln that is used to process refractory products that use organic HAP; each new or existing coking oven and defumer that is used to produce pitch-impregnated refractory products; each new shape preheater that is used to produce pitch-impregnated refractory products; AND each new or existing process unit that is exhausted to a thermal or catalytic oxidizer that also controls emissions from an affected shape preheater or pitch working tank
As specified in items 3 through 8 of this table
You have satisfied the applicable requirements specified in items 3 through 8 of this table.
3. Each affected continuous process unit that is subject to the THC emission concentration limit listed in item 2.a., 3.a., 4, or 5 of Table 1 to this subpart
The average THC concentration must not exceed 20 ppmvd, corrected to 18 percent oxygen
The 3-hour block average THC emission concentration measured during the performance test using Methods 25A and 3A is equal to or less than 20 ppmvd, corrected to 18 percent oxygen.
4. Each affected continuous process unit that is subject to the THC percentage reduction limit listed in item 2.b. or 3.b. of Table 1 to this subpart
The average THC percentage reduction must equal or exceed 95 percent
The 3-hour block average THC percentage reduction measured during the performance test using Method 25A is equal to or greater than 95 percent.
5. Each affected batch process unit that is subject to the THC emission concentration limit listed in item 6.a., 7.a., 8, or 9 of Table 1 to this subpart
The average THC concentration must not exceed 20 ppmvd, corrected to 18 percent oxygen
The 2-run block average THC emission concentration for the 3-hour peak emissions period measured during the performance test using Methods 25A and 3A is equal to or less than 20 ppmvd, corrected to 18 percent oxygen.
6. Each affected batch process unit that is subject to the THC percentage reduction limit listed in item 6.b. or 7.b. of Table 1 to this subpart
The average THC percentage reduction must equal or exceed 95 percent
The 2-run block average THC percentage reduction for the 3-hour peak emissions period measured during the performance test using Method 25A is equal to or exceeds 95 percent.
7. Each affected continuous or batch process unit that is equipped with a control device other than a thermal or catalytic oxidizer and is subject to the emission limit listed in item 3 or 7 of Table 1 to this subpart
a. The average THC concentration must not exceed 20 ppmvd, corrected to 18 percent oxygen; or
b. The average THC percentage reduction must equal or exceed 95 percent
i. You have installed a THC CEMS at the outlet of the control device or in the stack of the affected source; and
ii. You have satisfied the requirements of PS-8 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix B.
8. Each affected continuous or batch process unit that uses process changes to reduce organic HAP emissions and is subject to the emission limit listed in item 4 or 8 of Table 1 to this subpart
The average THC concentration must not exceed 20 ppmvd, corrected to 18 percent oxygen
i. You have installed a THC CEMS at the outlet of the control device or in the stack of the affected source; and
ii. You have satisfied the requirements of PS-8 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix B.
9. Each new continuous kiln that is used to process clay refractory products
a. The average HF emissions must not exceed 0.019 kg/Mg (0.038 lb/ton) of uncalcined clay processed; OR the average uncontrolled HF emissions must be reduced by at least 90 percent
i. The 3-hour block average production-based HF emissions rate measured during the performance test using one of the methods specified in item 14.a.i. of Table 4 to this subpart is equal to or less than 0.019 kg/Mg (0.038 lb/ton) of uncalcined clay processed; or

ii. The 3-hour block average HF emissions reduction measured during the performance test is equal to or greater than 90 percent.

b. The average HCl emissions must not exceed 0.091 kg/Mg (0.18 lb/ton) of uncalcined clay processed; OR the average uncontrolled HCl emissions must be reduced by at least 30 percent
i. The 3-hour block average production-based HCl emissions rate measured during the performance test using one of the methods specified in item 14.a.i. of Table 4 to this subpart is equal to or less than 0.091 kg/Mg (0.18 lb/ton) of uncalcined clay processed; or

ii. The 3-hour block average HCl emissions reduction measured during the performance test is equal to or greater than 30 percent.

c. The average PM emissions must not exceed 1.4 kg/Mg (3.1 lb/hr)
i. The 3-hour block average PM emissions measured during the performance test using one of the methods specified in item 21 of Table 4 to this subpart is equal to or less than 1.4 kg/Mg (3.1 lb/hr).

d. The average Hg emissions must not exceed 6.1 ug/dscm at 18 percent oxygen
i. The 3-hour block average Hg emissions measured during the performance test using one of the methods specified in item 22 of Table 4 to this subpart is equal to or less than 6.1 ug/dscm at 18 percent oxygen.
10. Each new batch process kiln that is used to process clay refractory products
a. The average uncontrolled HF emissions must be reduced by at least 90 percent
The 2-run block average HF emission reduction measured during the performance test is equal to or greater than 90 percent.

b. The average uncontrolled HCl emissions must be reduced by at least 30 percent
The 2-run block average HCl emissions reduction measured during the performance test is equal to or greater than 30 percent.

c. The average PM emissions must not exceed 1.4 kg/Mg (3.1 lb/hr)
i. The 2-run block average PM emissions measured during the performance test using one of the methods specified in item 21 of Table 4 to this subpart is equal to or less than 1.4 kg/Mg (3.1 lb/hr).

d. The average Hg emissions must not exceed 6.1 ug/dscm at 18 percent oxygen
i. The 2-run block average Hg emissions measured during the performance test using one of the methods specified in item 22 of Table 4 to this subpart is equal to or less than 6.1 ug/dscm at 18 percent oxygen.
11. Each existing continuous kiln that is used to produce clay refractory products on and after [date 1 year after date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register]
a. The average PM emissions must not exceed 4.3 kg/Mg (9.5 lb/hr)
i. The 3-hour block average PM emissions measured during the performance test using one of the methods specified in item 21 of Table 4 to this subpart is equal to or less than 4.3 kg/Mg (9.5 lb/hr).

b. The average Hg emissions must not exceed 18 ug/dscm at 18 percent oxygen
i. The 3-hour block average Hg emissions measured during the performance test using one of the methods specified in item 22 of Table 4 to this subpart is equal to or less than 18 ug/dscm at 18 percent oxygen.
12. Each existing batch kiln that is used to produce clay refractory products on and after [date 1 year after date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register]
a. The average PM emissions must not exceed 4.3 kg/Mg (9.5 lb/hr)
i. The 2-run block average PM emissions measured during the performance test using one of the methods specified in item 21 of Table 4 to this subpart is equal to or less than 4.3 kg/Mg (9.5 lb/hr).

b. The average Hg emissions must not exceed 18 ug/dscm at 18 percent oxygen
i. The 2-run block average Hg emissions measured during the performance test using one of the methods specified in item 22 of Table 4 to this subpart is equal to or less than 18 ug/dscm at 18 percent oxygen.
Table 6 to Subpart SSSSS of Part 63 -- Initial Compliance With Work Practice Standards
As stated in §63.9806, you must show initial compliance with the work practice standards for affected sources according to the following table:
For each .  .  .
For the following standard .  .  .
You have demonstrated initial compliance if .  .  .
1. Each affected source listed in Table 3 to this subpart
a. Each applicable work practice standard listed in Table 3 to this subpart
i. You have selected a method for performing each of the applicable work practice standards listed in Table 3 to this subpart; and

ii. You have included in your Initial Notification a description of the method selected for complying with each applicable work practice standard, as required by §63.9(b); and

iii. You submit a signed statement with the Notification of Compliance Status that you have implemented the applicable work practice standard listed in Table 3 to this subpart; and

iv. You have described in your OM&M plan the method for complying with each applicable work practice standard specified in Table 3 to this subpart.
2. Each basket or container that is used for holding fired refractory shapes in an existing shape preheater and autoclave during the pitch impregnation process
a. Control POM emissions from any affected shape preheater
i. You have implemented at least one of the work practice standards listed in item 1 of Table 3 to this subpart; and

ii. You have established a system for recording the date and cleaning method for each time you clean an affected basket or container.
3. Each affected new or existing pitch working tank
Control POM emissions
You have captured and vented emissions from the affected pitch working tank to the device that is used to control emissions from an affected defumer or coking oven, or to a thermal or catalytic oxidizer that is comparable to the control device used on an affected defumer or coking oven.
4. Each new or existing chromium refractory products kiln
Minimize fuel-based HAP emissions
You use natural gas, or equivalent, as the kiln fuel.
5. Each existing clay refractory products kiln
Minimize fuel-based HAP emissions
You use natural gas, or equivalent, as the kiln fuel.
6. Each new or existing curing oven, shape dryer, and kiln that is used to process refractory products that use organic HAP, on and after [date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register]
Minimize fuel-based HAP emissions
You use natural gas, or equivalent, as the kiln fuel.
Table 7 to Subpart SSSSS of Part 63 -- Continuous Compliance with Emission Limits
As stated in §63.9810, you must show continuous compliance with the emission limits for affected sources according to the following table:
For .  .  .
For the following emission limit .  .  .
You must demonstrate continuous compliance by .  .  .
1. Each affected source listed in Table 1 to this subpart
a. Each applicable emission limit listed in Table 1 to this subpart
i. Collecting and recording the monitoring and process data listed in Table 2 (operating limits) to this subpart; and

ii. Reducing the monitoring and process data associated with the operating limits specified in Table 2 to this subpart; and

iii. Recording the results of any control device inspections; and

iv. Reporting, in accordance with §63.9814(e), any deviation from the applicable operating limits specified in Table 2 to this subpart.
2. Each new or existing curing oven, shape dryer, and kiln that is used to process refractory products that use organic HAP; each new or existing coking oven and defumer that is used to produce pitch-impregnated refractory products; each new shape preheater that is used to produce pitch-impregnated refractory products; AND each new or existing process unit that is exhausted to a thermal or catalytic oxidizer that also controls emissions from an affected shape preheater or pitch working tank
As specified in items 3 though 7 of this table
Satisfying the applicable requirements specified in items 3 through 7 of this table.
3. Each affected process unit that is equipped with a thermal or catalytic oxidizer
a. The average THC concentration must not exceed 20 ppmvd, corrected to 18 percent oxygen; OR the average THC percentage reduction must equal or exceed 95 percent
i. Collecting the applicable data measured by the control device temperature monitoring system, as specified in items 5, 6, 8, and 9 of Table 8 to this subpart; and

ii. Reducing the applicable data measured by the control device temperature monitoring system, as specified in items 5, 6, 8, and 9 of Table 8 to this subpart; and

iii. Maintaining the average control device operating temperature for the applicable averaging period specified in items 5, 6, 8, and 9 of Table 2 to this subpart at or above the minimum allowable operating temperature established during the most recent performance test.
4. Each affected process unit that is equipped with a control device other than a thermal or catalytic oxidizer
The average THC concentration must not exceed 20 ppmvd, corrected to 18 percent oxygen; OR the average THC performance reduction must equal or exceed 95 percent
Operating and maintaining a THC CEMS at the outlet of the control device or in the stack of the affected source, according to the requirements of Procedure 1 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix F.
5. Each affected process unit that uses process changes to meet the applicable emission limit
The average THC concentration must not exceed 20 ppmvd, corrected to 18 percent oxygen
Operating and maintaining a THC CEMS at the outlet of the control device or in the stack of the affected source, according to the requirements of Procedure 1 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix F.
6. Each affected continuous process unit
The average THC concentration must not exceed 20 ppmvd, corrected to 18 percent oxygen; OR the average THC percentage reduction must equal or exceed 95 percent
Recording the organic HAP processing rate (pounds per hour) and the operating temperature of the affected source, as specified in items 3.b. and 3.c. of Table 4 to this subpart.
7. Each affected batch process unit
The average THC concentration must not exceed 20 ppmvd, corrected to 18 percent oxygen; OR the average THC percentage reduction must equal or exceed 95 percent
Recording the organic HAP processing rate (pounds per batch); and process cycle time for each batch cycle; and hourly average operating temperature of the affected source, as specified in items 8.b. through 8.d. of Table 4 to this subpart.
8. Each new kiln that is used to process clay refractory products
As specified in items 9 through 11 of this table
Satisfying the applicable requirements specified in items 9 through 11 of this table.
9. Each new affected kiln that is equipped with a DLA
a. The average HF emissions must not exceed 0.019 kg/Mg (0.038 lb/ton) of uncalcined clay processed, OR the average uncontrolled HF emissions must be reduced by at least 90 percent; and
b. The average HCl emissions must not exceed 0.091 kg/Mg (0.18 lb/ton) of uncalcined clay processed, or the average uncontrolled HCl emissions must be reduced by at least 30 percent
i. Maintaining the pressure drop across the DLA at or above the minimum levels established during the most recent performance test; and
ii. Verifying that the limestone hopper contains an adequate amount of free-flowing limestone by performing a daily visual check of the limestone in the feed hopper; and
iii. Recording the limestone feeder setting daily to verify that the feeder setting is at or above the level established during the most recent performance test; and
iv. Using the same grade of limestone as was used during the most recent performance test and maintaining records of the source and grade of limestone.

c. The average PM emissions must not exceed 1.4 kg/Mg (3.1 lb/hr); and
d. The average Hg emissions must not exceed 6.1 ug/dscm, corrected to 18 percent oxygen
i. Performing VE observations of the stack at the frequency specified in §63.9810(f) using Method 22 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-7; maintaining no VE from the stack.
10. Each new affected kiln that is equipped with a DIFF or DLS/FF
a. The average HF emissions must not exceed 0.019 kg/Mg (0.038 lb/ton) of uncalcined clay processed; OR the average uncontrolled HF emissions must be reduced by at least 90 percent; and
b. The average HCl emissions must not exceed 0.091 kg/Mg (0.18 lb/ton) of uncalcined clay processed; OR the average uncontrolled HCl emissions must be reduced by at least 30 percent; and
c. The average PM emissions must not exceed 1.4 kg/Mg (3.1 lb/hr); and
d. The average Hg emissions must not exceed 6.1 ug/dscm, corrected to 18 percent oxygen
i. Verifying at least once each 8-hour shift that lime is free-flowing by means of a visual check, checking the output of a load cell, carrier gas/lime flow indicator, or carrier gas pressure drop measurement system; and
ii. Recording feeder setting daily to verify that the feeder setting is at or above the level established during the most recent performance test; and
iii. Initiating corrective action within 1 hour of a bag leak detection system alarm AND completing corrective actions in accordance with the OM&M plan, AND operating and maintaining the fabric filter such that the alarm does not engage for more than 5 percent of the total operating time in a 6-month block reporting period.
11. Each new affected kiln that is equipped with a wet scrubber
a. The average HF emissions must not exceed 0.019 kg/Mg (0.038 lb/ton) of uncalcined clay processed; OR the average uncontrolled HF emissions must be reduced by at least 90 percent; and
b. The average HCl emissions must not exceed 0.091 kg/Mg (0.18 lb/ton) of uncalcined clay processed; OR the average uncontrolled HCl emissions must be reduced by at least 30 percent; and
c. The average PM emissions must not exceed 1.4 kg/Mg (3.1 lb/hr); and
d. The average Hg emissions must not exceed 6.1 ug/dscm, corrected to 18 percent oxygen
i. Maintaining the pressure drop across the scrubber, liquid pH, and liquid flow rate at or above the minimum levels established during the most recent performance test; and
ii. If chemicals are added to the scrubber liquid, maintaining the average chemical feed rate at or above the minimum chemical feed rate established during the most recent performance test.
12. Each new affected kiln that is equipped with an ACI system
The average Hg emissions must not exceed 6.1 ug/dscm, corrected to 18 percent oxygen
Collecting the carbon flow rate data according to §63.9804(a); reducing the carbon flow rate data to 3-hour block averages according to §63.9804(a); maintaining the average carbon flow rate for each 3-hour block period at or above the average carbon flow rate established during the Hg performance test in which compliance was demonstrated.
13. Each existing affected kiln that is equipped with a DLA or no add-on control
a. The average PM emissions must not exceed 4.3 kg/Mg (9.5 lb/hr); and
b. The average Hg emissions must not exceed 18 ug/dscm, corrected to 18 percent oxygen
i. Performing VE observations of the stack at the frequency specified in §63.9810(f) using Method 22 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-7; maintaining no VE from the stack.
14. Each existing affected kiln that is equipped with a DIFF or DLS/FF
a. The average PM emissions must not exceed 4.3 kg/Mg (9.5 lb/hr)
i. If you use a bag leak detection system, as prescribed in §63.9804(f), initiating corrective action within 1 hour of a bag leak detection system alarm AND completing corrective actions in accordance with the OM&M plan, AND operating and maintaining the fabric filter such that the alarm does not engage for more than 5 percent of the total operating time in a 6-month block reporting period; OR

ii. Performing VE observations of the stack at the frequency specified in §63.9810(f) using Method 22 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-7; maintaining no VE from the stack.
15. Each existing affected kiln that is equipped with a wet scrubber
a. The average PM emissions must not exceed 4.3 kg/Mg (9.5 lb/hr); and
b. The average Hg emissions must not exceed 18 ug/dscm, corrected to 18 percent oxygen
i. Maintaining the pressure drop across the scrubber and liquid flow rate at or above the minimum levels established during the most recent performance test.
16. Each existing affected kiln that is equipped with an ACI system
The average Hg emissions must not exceed 18 ug/dscm, corrected to 18 percent oxygen
Collecting the carbon flow rate data according to §63.9804(a); reducing the carbon flow rate data to 3-hour block averages according to §63.9804(a); maintaining the average carbon flow rate for each 3-hour block period at or above the average carbon flow rate established during the Hg performance test in which compliance was demonstrated.
Table 8 to Subpart SSSSS of Part 63 -- Continuous Compliance with Operating Limits
As stated in §63.9810, you must show continuous compliance with the operating limits for affected sources according to the following table:
For .  .  .
For the following operating limit .  .  .
You must demonstrate continuous compliance by .  .  .
1. Each affected source listed in Table 2 to this subpart
a. Each applicable operating limit listed in Table 2 to this subpart.
i. Maintaining all applicable process and control device operating parameters within the limits established during the most recent performance test; and

ii. Conducting annually an inspection of all duct work, vents, and capture devices to verify that no leaks exist and that the capture device is operating such that all emissions are properly vented to the control device in accordance with the OM&M plan.
2. Each affected continuous kiln used to manufacture refractory products that use organic HAP that is equipped with a THC control device
a. The operating limits specified in items 2.a. through 2.c. of Table 2 to this subpart
i. Operating the control device on the affected kiln during all times except during periods of approved scheduled maintenance, as specified in §63.9792(e); and

ii. Before [date 181 days after date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register], minimizing HAP emissions from the affected kiln during all periods of scheduled maintenance of the kiln control device when the kiln is operating and the control device is out of service; on and after [date 181 days after date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register], minimizing HAP emissions during the period when the kiln is operating and the control device is out of service by complying with the applicable standard in Table 3 to this subpart; and

iii. Minimizing the duration of all periods of scheduled maintenance of the kiln control device when the kiln is operating and the control device is out of service; on and after [date 181 days after date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register], the total time during which the kiln is operating and the control device is out of service for the each year on a 12-month rolling basis must not exceed 750 hours.
3. Each new or existing curing oven, shape dryer, and kiln that is used to process refractory products that use organic HAP; each new or existing coking oven and defumer that is used to produce pitch-impregnated refractory products; each new shape preheater that is used to produce pitch-impregnated refractory products; AND each new or existing process unit that is exhausted to a thermal or catalytic oxidizer that also controls emissions from an affected shape preheater or pitch working tank
As specified in items 4 through 9 of this table.
Satisfying the applicable requirements specified in items 4 through 9 of this table.
4. Each affected continuous process unit
Maintain process operating parameters within the limits established during the most recent performance test
i. Recording the organic HAP processing rate (pounds per hour); and

ii. Recording the operating temperature of the affected source at least hourly; and

iii. Maintaining the 3-hour block average organic HAP processing rate at or below the maximum organic HAP processing rate established during the most recent performance test.
5. Continuous process units that are equipped with a thermal oxidizer
Maintain the 3-hour block average operating temperature in the thermal oxidizer combustion chamber at or above the minimum allowable operating temperature established during the most recent performance test
i. Measuring and recording the thermal oxidizer combustion chamber temperature at least every 15 minutes; and

ii. Calculating the hourly average thermal oxidizer combustion chamber temperature; and

iii. Maintaining the 3-hour block average thermal oxidizer combustion chamber temperature at or above the minimum allowable operating temperature established during the most recent performance test; and

iv. Reporting, in accordance with §63.9814(e), any 3-hour block average operating temperature measurements below the minimum allowable thermal oxidizer combustion chamber operating temperature established during the most recent performance test.
6. Continuous process units that are equipped with a catalytic oxidizer
a. Maintain the 3-hour block average temperature at the inlet of the catalyst bed at or above the minimum allowable catalyst bed inlet temperature established during the most recent performance test
i. Measuring and recording the temperature at the inlet of the catalyst bed at least every 15 minutes; and

ii. Calculating the hourly average temperature at the inlet of the catalyst bed; and

iii. Maintaining the 3-hour block average temperature at the inlet of the catalyst bed at or above the minimum allowable catalyst bed inlet temperature established during the most recent performance test; and

iv. Reporting, in accordance with §63.9814(e), any 3-hour block average catalyst bed inlet temperature measurements below the minimum allowable catalyst bed inlet temperature established during the most recent performance; and

v. Checking the activity level of the catalyst at least every 12 months and taking any necessary corrective action, such as replacing the catalyst, to ensure that the catalyst is performing as designed.
7. Each affected batch process unit
Maintain process operating parameters within the limits established during the most recent performance test
i. Recording the organic HAP processing rate (pounds per batch); and

ii. Recording the hourly average operating temperature of the affected source; and

iii. Recording the process cycle time for each batch cycle; and

iv. Maintaining the organic HAP processing rate at or below the maximum organic HAP processing rate established during the most recent performance test.
8. Batch process units that are equipped with a thermal oxidizer
Maintain the hourly average temperature in the thermal oxidizer combustion chamber at or above the hourly average temperature established for the corresponding 1-hour period of the cycle during the most recent performance test
i. Measuring and recording the thermal oxidizer combustion chamber temperature at least every 15 minutes; and

ii. Calculating the hourly average thermal oxidizer combustion chamber temperature; and

iii. From the start of each batch cycle until 3 hours have passed since the process unit reached maximum temperature, maintaining the hourly average operating temperature in the thermal oxidizer combustion chamber at or above the minimum allowable operating temperature established for the corresponding period during the most recent performance test, as determined according to item 11 of Table 4 to this subpart; and

iv. For each subsequent hour of the batch cycle, maintaining the hourly average operating temperature in the thermal oxidizer combustion chamber at or above the minimum allowable operating temperature established for the corresponding hour during the most recent performance test, as specified in item 13 of Table 4 to this subpart; and

v. Reporting, in accordance with §63.9814(e), any temperature measurements below the minimum allowable thermal oxidizer combustion chamber temperature measured during the most recent performance test.
9. Batch process units that are equipped with a catalytic oxidizer
Maintain the hourly average temperature at the inlet of the catalyst bed at or above the corresponding hourly average temperature established for the corresponding 1-hour period of the cycle during the most recent performance test
i. Measuring and recording temperatures at the inlet of the catalyst bed at least every 15 minutes; and

ii. Calculating the hourly average temperature at the inlet of the catalyst bed; and

iii. From the start of each batch cycle until 3 hours have passed since the process unit reached maximum temperature, maintaining the hourly average operating temperature at the inlet of the catalyst bed at or above the minimum allowable bed inlet temperature established for the corresponding period during the most recent performance test, as determined according to item 12 of Table 4 to this subpart; and

iv. For each subsequent hour of the batch cycle, maintaining the hourly average operating temperature at the inlet of the catalyst bed at or above the minimum allowable bed inlet temperature established for the corresponding hour during the most recent performance test, as specified in item 13 of Table 4 to this subpart; and

v. Reporting, in accordance with §63.9814(e), any catalyst bed inlet temperature measurements below the minimum allowable bed inlet temperature measured during the most recent performance test; and

vi. Checking the activity level of the catalyst at least every 12 months and taking any necessary corrective action, such as replacing the catalyst, to ensure that the catalyst is performing as designed.
10. Each new kiln that is used to process clay refractory products
As specified in items 11 through 13 of this table
Satisfying the applicable requirements specified in items 11 through 13 of this table.
11. Each new kiln that is equipped a DLA
a. Maintain the average pressure drop across the DLA for each 3-hour block period at or above the minimum pressure drop established during the most recent performance test
i. Collecting the DLA pressure drop data, as specified in item 18.a. of Table 4 to this subpart; and

ii. Reducing the DLA pressure drop data to 1-hour and 3-hour block averages; and

iii. Maintaining the 3-hour block average pressure drop across the DLA at or above the minimum pressure drop established during the most recent performance test.

b. Maintain free-flowing limestone in the feed hopper, silo, and DLA
Verifying that the limestone hopper has an adequate amount of free-flowing limestone by performing a daily visual check of the limestone hopper.

c. Maintain the limestone feeder setting at or above the level established during the most recent performance test
Recording the limestone feeder setting at least daily to verify that the feeder setting is being maintained at or above the level established during the most recent performance test.

d. Use the same grade of limestone from the same source as was used during the most recent performance test
Using the same grade of limestone as was used during the most recent performance test and maintaining records of the source and grade of limestone.

e. Maintain no VE from the stack
i. Performing VE observations of the stack at the frequency specified in §63.9810(f) using Method 22 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-7; and

ii. Maintaining no VE from the stack.
12. Each new kiln that is equipped with a DIFF or DLS/FF
a. Initiate corrective action within 1 hour of a bag leak detection system alarm and complete corrective actions in accordance with the OM&M plan; AND operate and maintain the fabric filter such that the alarm does not engage for more than 5 percent of the total operating time in a 6-month block reporting period
i. Initiating corrective action within 1 hour of a bag leak detection system alarm and completing corrective actions in accordance with the OM&M plan; and

ii. Operating and maintaining the fabric filter such that the alarm does not engage for more than 5 percent of the total operating time in a 6-month block reporting period; in calculating this operating time fraction, if inspection of the fabric filter demonstrates that no corrective action is required, no alarm time is counted; if corrective action is required, each alarm shall be counted as a minimum of 1 hour; if you take longer than 1 hour to initiate corrective action, the alarm time shall be counted as the actual amount of time taken by you to initiate corrective action.

b. Maintain free-flowing lime in the feed hopper or silo at all times for continuous injection systems; AND maintain feeder setting at or above the level established during the most recent performance test for continuous injection systems
i. Verifying at least once each 8-hour shift that lime is free-flowing via a load cell, carrier gas/lime flow indicator, carrier gas pressure drop measurement system, or other system; recording all monitor or sensor output, and if lime is found not to be free flowing, promptly initiating and completing corrective actions; and

ii. Recording the feeder setting once each day of operation to verify that the feeder setting is being maintained at or above the level established during the most recent performance test.
13. Each new kiln that is used to process clay refractory products and is equipped with a wet scrubber
a. Maintain the average pressure drop across the scrubber for each 3-hour block period at or above the minimum pressure drop established during the most recent performance test
i. Collecting the scrubber pressure drop data, as specified in item 20.a. of Table 4 to this subpart; and

ii. Reducing the scrubber pressure drop data to 1-hour and 3-hour block averages; and

iii. Maintaining the 3-hour block average scrubber pressure drop at or above the minimum pressure drop established during the most recent performance test.

b. Maintain the average scrubber liquid pH for each 3-hour block period at or above the minimum scrubber liquid pH established during the most recent performance test
i. Collecting the scrubber liquid pH data, as specified in item 20.b. of Table 4 to this subpart; and

ii. Reducing the scrubber liquid pH data to 1-hour and 3-hour block averages; and

iii. Maintaining the 3-hour block average scrubber liquid pH at or above the minimum scrubber liquid pH established during the most recent performance test.

c. Maintain the average scrubber liquid flow rate for each 3-hour block period at or above the minimum scrubber liquid flow rate established during the most recent performance test
i. Collecting the scrubber liquid flow rate data, as specified in item 20.c. of Table 4 to this subpart; and

ii. Reducing the scrubber liquid flow rate data to 1-hour and 3-hour block averages; and

iii. Maintaining the 3-hour block average scrubber liquid flow rate at or above the minimum scrubber liquid flow rate established during the most recent performance test.

d. If chemicals are added to the scrubber liquid, maintain the average scrubber chemical feed rate for each 3-hour block period at or above the minimum scrubber chemical feed rate established during the most recent performance test
i. Collecting the scrubber chemical feed rate data, as specified in item 20.d. of Table 4 to this subpart; and

ii. Reducing the scrubber chemical feed rate data to 1-hour and 3-hour block averages; and

iii. Maintaining the 3-hour block average scrubber chemical feed rate at or above the minimum scrubber chemical feed rate established during the most recent performance test.
14. Each new and existing affected kiln that is equipped with an ACI system
a. Maintain the average carbon flow rate for each 3-hour block period at or above the average carbon flow rate established during the Hg performance test in which compliance was demonstrated.
i. Collecting the carbon flow rate data, as specified in item 23 of Table 4 to this subpart; and

ii. Reducing the carbon flow rate data to 3-hour block averages; and

iii. Maintaining the average carbon flow rate for each 3-hour block period at or above the average carbon flow rate established during the Hg performance test in which compliance was demonstrated.
15. Each existing affected kiln that is equipped with a DLA or no add-on control
a. Maintain no VE from the stack
i. Performing VE observations of the stack at the frequency specified in §63.9810(f) using Method 22 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-7; and

ii. Maintaining no VE from the stack.
16. Each existing affected kiln that is equipped with a FF
a. Maintain no VE from the stack; OR
i. Performing VE observations of the stack at the frequency specified in §63.9810(f) using Method 22 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A-7; and

ii. Maintaining no VE from the stack.

b. Initiate corrective action within 1 hour of a bag leak detection system alarm and complete corrective actions in accordance with the OM&M plan; AND operate and maintain the fabric filter such that the alarm does not engage for more than 5 percent of the total operating time in a 6-month block reporting period
i. Initiating corrective action within 1 hour of a bag leak detection system alarm and completing corrective actions in accordance with the OM&M plan; and

ii. Operating and maintaining the fabric filter such that the alarm does not engage for more than 5 percent of the total operating time in a 6-month block reporting period; in calculating this operating time fraction, if inspection of the fabric filter demonstrates that no corrective action is required, no alarm time is counted; if corrective action is required, each alarm shall be counted as a minimum of 1 hour; if you take longer than 1 hour to initiate corrective action, the alarm time shall be counted as the actual amount of time taken by you to initiate corrective action.
17. Each existing affected kiln that is equipped with a wet scrubber
a. Maintain the average pressure drop across the scrubber for each 3-hour block period at or above the minimum pressure drop established during the most recent performance test
i. Collecting the scrubber pressure drop data, as specified in item 25.a of Table 4 to this subpart; and

ii. Reducing the scrubber pressure drop data to 1-hour and 3-hour block averages; and

iii. Maintaining the 3-hour block average scrubber pressure drop at or above the minimum pressure drop established during the most recent performance test.

b. Maintain the average scrubber liquid flow rate for each 3-hour block period at or above the minimum scrubber liquid flow rate established during the most recent performance test
i. Collecting the scrubber liquid flow rate data, as specified in item 25.b. of Table 4 to this subpart; and

ii. Reducing the scrubber liquid flow rate data to 1-hour and 3-hour block averages; and

iii. Maintaining the 3-hour block average scrubber liquid flow rate at or above the minimum scrubber liquid flow rate established during the most recent performance test.
Table 9 to Subpart SSSSS of Part 63 -- Continuous Compliance With Work Practice Standards
As stated in §63.9810, you must show continuous compliance with the work practice standards for affected sources according to the following table:
For .  .  .
For the following work practice standard .  .  .
You must demonstrate continuous compliance by .  .  .
1. Each affected source listed in Table 3 to this subpart
Each applicable work practice requirement listed in Table 3 to this subpart
i. Performing each applicable work practice standard listed in Table 3 to this subpart; and

ii. Maintaining records that document the method and frequency for complying with each applicable work practice standard listed in Table 3 to this subpart, as required by §§63.10(b) and 63.9816(c)(2).
2. Each basket or container that is used for holding fired refractory shapes in an existing shape preheater and autoclave during the pitch impregnation process
Control POM emissions from any affected shape preheater
i. Controlling emissions from the volatilization of residual pitch by implementing one of the work practice standards listed in item 1 of Table 3 to this subpart; and

ii. Recording the date and cleaning method each time you clean an affected basket or container.
3. Each new or existing pitch working tank
Control POM emissions
Capturing and venting emissions from the affected pitch working tank to the control device that is used to control emissions from an affected defumer or coking oven, or to a thermal or catalytic oxidizer that is comparable to the control device used on an affected defumer or coking oven.
4. Each new or existing chromium refractory products kiln
Minimize fuel-based HAP emissions
i. Using natural gas, or equivalent, as the kiln fuel at all times except during periods of natural gas curtailment or supply interruption; and

ii. If you intend to use an alternative fuel, submitting a notification of alternative fuel use within 48 hours of the declaration of a period of natural gas curtailment or supply interruption, as defined in §63.9824; and

iii. Submitting a report of alternative fuel use within 10 working days after terminating the use of the alternative fuel, as specified in §63.9814(g).
5. Each existing clay refractory products kiln
Minimize fuel-based HAP emissions
i. Using natural gas, or equivalent, as the kiln fuel at all times except during periods of natural gas curtailment or supply interruption; and

ii. If you intend to use an alternative fuel, submitting a notification of alternative fuel use within 48 hours of the declaration of a period of natural gas curtailment or supply interruption, as defined in §63.9824; and

iii. Submitting a report of alternative fuel use within 10 working days after terminating the use of the alternative fuel, as specified in §63.9814(g).
6. Each affected continuous kiln used to manufacture refractory products that use organic HAP that is equipped with an emission control device for THC
Minimize organic HAP emissions
i. Operating the control device at all times unless you receive Administrator approval to take the control device out of service for scheduled maintenance, as specified in §63.9792(e); and

ii. Minimizing HAP emissions during the period when the kiln is operating and the control device is out of service as specified in item 5 of Table 3 to this subpart; and

iii. On and after [date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register], recording the mass fraction of organic HAP in the resins, binders, and additives that were manufactured in the kiln while the control device was out of service and the number of kiln cars of products in the kiln while the control device was out of service with a mass fraction of organic HAP in the resins, binders, and additives greater than the average; and

iv. Recording the duration of each period when the kiln is operating and the control device is out of service and, on and after [date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register], the total amount of time per year on a 12-month rolling basis that the kiln has operated and the control device has been out of service.
7. Each new or existing curing oven, shape dryer, and kiln that is used to process refractory products that use organic HAP, on and after [date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register]
Minimize fuel-based HAP emissions
i. Using natural gas, or equivalent, as the kiln fuel at all times except during periods of natural gas curtailment or supply interruption; and

ii. If you intend to use an alternative fuel, submitting a notification of alternative fuel use within 48 hours of the declaration of a period of natural gas curtailment or supply interruption, as defined in §63.9824; and

iii. Submitting a report of alternative fuel use within 10 working days after terminating the use of the alternative fuel, as specified in §63.9814(g).
Table 10 to Subpart SSSSS of Part 63 -- Requirements for Reports
As stated in §63.9814, you must comply with the requirements for reports in the following table:
You must submit a(n) .  .  .
The report must contain .  .  .
You must submit the report .  .  .
1. Compliance report
The information in §63.9814(c) through (f)
Semiannually according to the requirements in §63.9814(a) through (f).
2. Before [date 181 days after date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register], immediate startup, shutdown, and malfunction report if you had a startup, shutdown, or malfunction during the reporting period that is not consistent with your SSMP
On and after [date 181 days after date of publication of final rule in the Federal Register], immediate startup, shutdown, and malfunction report is not required
a. Actions taken for the event
By fax or telephone within 2 working days after starting actions inconsistent with the plan.

b. The information in §63.10(d)(5)(ii)
By letter within 7 working days after the end of the event unless you have made alternative arrangements with the permitting authority.
3. Report of alternative fuel use
The information in §63.9814(g) and items 4 and 5 of Table 9 to this subpart
If you are subject to the work practice standard specified in item 3 or 4 of Table 3 to this subpart, and you use an alternative fuel in the affected kiln, by letter within 10 working days after terminating the use of the alternative fuel.
4. Performance test report
The information in §63.7(g)
According to the requirements of §63.9814(h).
5. CMS performance evaluation, as required for CEMS
The information in §63.7(g)
According to the requirements of §63.9814(i).
Table 11 to Subpart SSSSS of Part 63 -- Applicability of General Provisions to Subpart SSSSS
As stated in §63.9820, you must comply with the applicable General Provisions requirements according to the following table:
Citation
Subject
Brief description
Applies to subpart SSSSS
§63.1
Applicability

Yes.
§63.2
Definitions

Yes.
§63.3
Units and Abbreviations

Yes.
§63.4
Prohibited Activities
Compliance date; circumvention, severability
Yes.
§63.5
Construction/Reconstruction
Applicability; applications; approvals
Yes.
§63.6(a)
Applicability
General Provisions (GP) apply unless compliance extension; GP apply to area sources that become major
Yes.
§63.6(b)(1)-(4)
Compliance Dates for New and Reconstructed Sources
Standards apply at effective date; 3 years after effective date; upon startup; 10 years after construction or reconstruction commences for section 112(f)
Yes.
§63.6(b)(5)
Notification

Yes.
§63.6(b)(6)
[Reserved]

§63.6(b)(7)
Compliance Dates for New and Reconstructed Area Sources That Become Major
Area sources that become major must comply with major source standards immediately upon becoming major, regardless of whether required to comply when they were area sources
Yes.
§63.6(c)(1)-(2)
Compliance Dates for Existing Sources