Figure 12: Hydraulic Draw-Up of Sections
B. HYDROSTATIC TEST — After the boiler sections have been assembled, it is essential that the boiler be hydrostatically tested before the canopy, flue cover plates, jacket, or piping is installed.
1.Tankless Heater Installation
If boiler is ordered with tankless heaters, install heaters with the gaskets provided. Table IV
on Page 37 gives the maximum number of heaters permissible per assembly and the heater ratings.
2.Plug all boiler tappings and fill boiler completely with cold water.
CAUTION
DO NOT install gauge until after hydrostatic testing the boiler. Gauge failure may result.
3.All completed boilers must satisfactorily pass the prescribed hydrostatic test.
a.STEAM BOILERS: The assembled boiler must be subjected to a hydrostatic test of 45 psig to 55 psig.
b.HOT WATER BOILERS: The assembled boiler must be subjected to a hydrostatic test of not less than 1½ times the maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP).
WARNING
Failure to properly hydrotest all boilers at the correct pressure may result in section assembly failure in operation.
4.EXAMINE BOILER CAREFULLY, INSIDE AND OUTSIDE, to insure against leaks from cocked nipples or through concealed breakage caused in shipping and handling. This precaution is for your protection and will simplify handling of necessary replacements and adjustment claims.
5.After making certain that there are no leaks, drain boiler and remove plugs for boiler trim and other connections.
Figure 13: Boiler Section Assembly
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