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SAFETY VALVE GAGE GLASS LOW-WATER FUEL PUMP SYSTEM BURNER OPERATION
TESTED DRAINED CUTOFF TESTED CHECKED CHECKED
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IMPORTANT
TEST INSTRUCTIONS
A. SAFETY / RELIEF VALVES – Test quarterly while the boiler is in bulbs, floats, and wiring should be carefully checked for defects.
operation. Lift the try-lever to full open position, then release lever Probe-type LWCOs should also be examined for cracking and
to allow valve to snap closed. Pressure test annually by a qualified deposits. See manufacturer’s instructions.
service personnel to verify the valve opens at set pressure. Record and initial service dates below.
Initial:
B. WATER COLUMN OR GAGE GLASS (Steam Boilers) – For low-
pressure steam boilers, flush water column, and gage glass Date:
weekly Open drain valve quickly to void small quantity of water.* B. OIL OR GAS BURNERS AND CONTROLS – Oil and gas burners
Water level should return quickly to normal operating level when and all operating and safety controls should be thoroughly
valve is closed.
checked at least annually by a competent service organization.
C. PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE GAGES – Verify consistent system CAUTION: If any single control is replaced, all controls should be
pressure and temperature daily.
retested to ensure they still function properly. See manufacturer’s
D. LOW-WATER FUEL CUTOFF (LWCO) – For steam boilers, test instructions.
weekly and for hot-water boilers test monthly. For float-type
Record and initial service dates below.
LWCO, drain the float chamber while burner is running.* For
probe-type, drain the water column or use the test button on the Initial:
device. These tests should interrupt the circuit and stop burner. Date:
For steam boilers, conduct a slow drain test annually by qualified
C. Temperature and pressure indicators and gages – Calibrate all
service personnel.
gages and indicators annually. See manufacturer’s instructions.
E. PUMP AND SYSTEM – For all boilers, check daily, pump for Record and initial service dates below.
proper operation, leaky packing. Examine check valves, makeup Initial:
float valves, expansion or condensate tank. Check for leaks in
other parts of system. Date:
F. BURNER OPERATION – If burner starts with a puff or operates BOILER SAFETY RULES
roughly, call your service personnel immediately.
NEVER take it for granted that the boiler safety devices are in working
* All Discharges must be piped to a safe place. order – TEST THEM.
SERVICING ALWAYS check the boiler periodically. THE BEST CONTROL CAN
A. LOW-WATER FUEL CUTOFF (LWCO) – For all steam boilers, the FAIL.
low-water fuel cutoff should be dismantled for a complete overhaul
by qualified service personnel at least annually. The internal and ALWAYS maintain the water at the proper level in an operating boiler.
external mechanisms, including linkage contacts, mercury ALWAYS familiarize yourself with proper operation of the boiler. An
experienced operator can often avoid trouble before it starts.