05000272/LER-1982-078, Supplemental LER 82-078/01X-1:on 821017,during Routine Containment Purge,Abnormal Decrease of Radioactivity Levels Observed as Indicated by Containment Plant Vent Monitor. Caused by Sample Line Left Capped

Supplemental LER 82-078/01X-1:on 821017,during Routine Containment Purge,Abnormal Decrease of Radioactivity Levels Observed as Indicated by Containment Plant Vent Monitor. Caused by Sample Line Left Capped

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LER-1982-078, Supplemental LER 82-078/01X-1:on 821017,during Routine Containment Purge,Abnormal Decrease of Radioactivity Levels Observed as Indicated by Containment Plant Vent Monitor. Caused by Sample Line Left Capped

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