EP18-72-IOMM-2015-7
Fulton Ltd
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MAINTENANCE - 4
1. Visually inspect boiler casing exterior for signs of leakage (see Section 4.1 - Visual Checks):
a) Steam and feedwater pipework
b) Valvesandttings
2. Low water level check (see Section 4.2.2 - Low Water Level Check).
3. Blowdown the boiler (see Section 4.3.1 –Main Boiler Blowdown).
Note: Isolate the electrical supply to the boiler and set the selector switch to OFF.
4. Visually inspect boiler casing interior for signs of leakage (see Section 4.1 - Visual Checks):
a) Steam and feedwater pipework
b) Valvesandttings
c) Elements
4.7.1 DAILY
4.7.2 WEEKLY IN ADDITION
WARNING
Ensure the main electrical supply is isolated before starting work.
WARNING
Ensurethettingsaroundthesteamsafetyvalve(s)aresecure.
The safety valve will be very hot, do not operate the safety valve without protection.
5. Ensure that the pipe from the safety valve outlet is not damaged and that it continues to a safe
blowdown point.
6. Pump test (see Section 4.2.1 - Feedwater Pump Test).
4.7.3 MONTHLY IN ADDITION
7. Visually inspect the feedwater tank interior (see Section 4.5.1 - Feedwater Tank Internal
Inspection).
8. Check the element and pump contactors are working correctly by manually depressing them
(see Figure. 5 Electrical Connections).