Inspection Intervals; Personnel Training Courses; Repairwork On Piping Or Thermal Insulation - Bartec PSB Design Manual

Self regulating trace heating systems

Inspection intervals

For frost protection installations inspections should be carried out annually before the heating period begins.
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For systems designed to maintain process temperatures, inspections should be carried out at regular intervals, but at least twice a year.
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Personnel training courses

Regular maintenance should be carried out by trained, experienced maintenance personnel.
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It is recommended that maintenance personnel is updated on new developments in application technology and maintenance.
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Repairwork on piping or thermal insulation

Ensure that all safety procedures and precautions in the area for repairs are followed.
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Take care that the heat tracing system is not damaged during repairwork on the pipes or insulation.
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After completion of the repairwork:
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 Make sure that any repaired heating circuits are properly installed and tested according to the project planning documentation.
WARNING
Risk of fire or electrical shock due to damaged components. Remember that self-regulating trace heaters are designed to be installed only once.
 Carry out a visual, functional and electrical test (refer to section Tests and commissioning on page 36).
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