Schedule Of Operator Tests And Checks; Daily; Weekly - FULTON J Series Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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4.11

SCHEDULE OF OPERATOR TESTS AND CHECKS

The following schedule is the advice of Fulton Ltd. The frequency of tests and checks may vary
according to site risk assessment and/or specific requirements of the country/territory that the boiler
is installed in. Failure to maintain the boiler adequately may void the Fulton warranty.
Maintenance on gas related parts of a boiler must be carried out by competent, trained personnel
who are GAS SAFE/ACS registered, and who have the necessary equipment to check combustion.
If any fault is found during these operations, contact your Fulton representative.
Prior to the commencement of any work requiring the removal of cover plates and the opening of
control panel box, the electrical supply to the boiler must be isolated.
Ensure any residual pressure within the boiler is completely vented
It is essential that regular checks are made to ensure that scale buildup
is not taking place within the boiler. Such checks will ensure that water
The following procedures are designed to prevent the buildup of scale, silt or sludge in the bottom
of the boiler, water level gauge (sight glass) and water column pipework, personnel involved in
doing this work must have received the appropriate training in all aspects of maintenance and
safety procedures.
In addition to these procedures, the advice of a water treatment specialist should be sought and
followed.
4.11.1

DAILY

1. Visually inspect the steam and feedwater pipework, valves and fittings for signs of leakage.
If leaks are suspected, shut the system down and evacuate the system to atmospheric
pressure before attempting to repair the leaks.
2. Blowdown the Boiler (Refer to Section 4.3).
Note: If the boiler is being operated automatically on a time clock, the blowdown may be done once during the
working day and once at the end of the day when generating 10 psig or less, providing this is sufficient to
control the TDS level within limits.
3. Blowdown the Water Column (Refer to Section 4.4).
4. Blowdown the Water Level Gauge (sight glass), (Refer to Section 4.5).
4.11.2
WEEKLY (IN ADDITION)
Ensure the fittings around the steam safety valve(s) are secure.
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WARNING
!
WARNING
before working on the pressure vessel
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CAUTION
treatment being applied to the boiler feedwater is
effective.
WARNING
The safety valve will be very hot, do not operate the
safety valve without protection.
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