Monitor 22 - Section 4: Maintenance; Introduction and Periodic Maintenance

MONITOR HEATBNG SYSTEMS
Section 4: Maintenance
4-1 INTRODUCTION
cally in order to sustain the efficiency of the Moniroi
Heater maintenance is divided into two classifica-
Heating Systems.
tions; periodic
maintenance IS required to maintain
~t ~e tirne of he demonstration or installation,
the heater In good OPerating condition; co~ective
heater maintenance should be discussed with the
maintenance is necessary to repair a malfunction.
user; emphasize that
a clean heater and proper fuel
are the keys to
opt~murn heater operation' and
4-2 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
performance.
The Maintenance Schedule provided in
Table 4-1
describes the tasks that must be performed periodi-
Table 4-1 SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE AGTlVmES
Activity Material Remarks
Check all fuel pipes for leaks and
3.18" OD copper tublng
Fuel piping must be secure and
loose connections free of leaks, Replace
tublng
when necessary.
lnspect exhaust piping for leaks or
loose connections
All exhaust
pioes must be covered
by a cloth insulation cover.
If cloth cover shows signs of
discoloration at joints, check
brings.
Check fuel for water and/or other
Fuel color should
be crystal clear.
contamination.
if fuel is contaminated, see Cor-
If the capsule rank is used on the rective Maintenance procedure,
Monitor
422 the capsule tank filter
paragraph 4-9,
should be checked, cleaned or
replaced, as well
as the constant
level valve strainer.
lnspect Fuel Pipe for obstruction
lnspect electrical wiring for
cracks, signs of deterioration, bare
wlres and/or loose connectors
UNPUlG HEATER BEFORE PRQ
CEEMNG. HEATER MUST ALSO
BE COOL BEFORE STARTING.
Clean heater
Clean, lint-free cloth and a mild
Wipe down exterior of heater
cabi-
non-abrasive household cleaning net. Vacuum heater interior (if
agent.
USE ONLY NON- necessary).
PETROLEUM DISTILLATE
CLEANERS.
Clean Air Circulation Fan (Monthly) Vacuum fan cage. Wipe fan
blades.
Inspect as piplng for leaks or loose
Look for cracks, wear, or signs of
connections. deterioration; replace if necessary.
lnspect
rubber Air Hose at rear of
heater.
Clean fuel constant level Valve Clean Kerosene Refer to
paragraph 4-5. Procedure
filter.
Inspect fusible link Valve is described in paragraph 4-6.
input fitting. Check Leveling Guide.
Clean only
if necessary. Verify that
i
heater is level.
inspect flue .pipe for obstruction ff blocked, clean and vacuum.
or
corrosion.
If corroded badly, replace.
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