3.8.2 Water Level Treatment
The water treatment regime in any boiler installation has an effect on the life of the boiler and poor
water quality can also affect the performance of capacitance probes. It is important to install any level
controls in accordance with the local and national authorities’ boiler inspection bodies, approval
authorities and boiler manufacturer’s guidelines. As well as this, it is vitally important to select a
suitable water level treatment regime to ensure correct and safe operation of the Autoflame system.
The water level treatment will also affect the long term operational life of the Autoflame capacitance
probes. Water treatment companies should be able to assist with the selection and implementation of a
suitable water treatment regime.
Generally, guidelines and standards for correct water treatment will be provided by your boiler
manufacturer. The Autoflame water level capacitance probes are designed to work with steam boilers
where the chemical treatment is maintained to the limits stated within these standards and guidelines.
When the chemical treatment is maintained to levels under the maximum limits as stated in the
standard’s tables, the water level probes will work as expected.
It is important to remember that the guidelines set are limits that should not be exceeded at any time. If
these guidelines and limits are not maintained then this can cause adverse effects on equipment
installed as well reducing the longevity of your boiler and increasing ongoing maintenance
requirements.
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