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The following is a
partial list of operational guidelines and requirements, which will provide a safer, more
economical operation and extend the operating life of your boiler.
DON’T
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·Operate a boiler which is not
constructed the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (A.S.M.E) Code.
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Operate a boiler unless it is equipped
with a safety valve, with sufficient relieving capacity, set at or below the maximum
allowable working pressure.
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Ever bypass the pressure controls, low
water cutout, or any other limit switch or control.
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Ever restrict the design function of
any safety valve, such as by reducing or plugging the outlet, painting, or removing it.
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Permit unqualified personnel to operate
a boiler.
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Ever leave the boiler unattended for
long periods of time.
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Operate a boiler without an adequate
source of combustion air.
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Operate a boiler without an adequate
source of combustion air.
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Operate a boiler without a valid
certificate of inspection.
DO
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·Respect the boiler. It can be
dangerous!
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Have the vessel inspected internally
annually, as required by State law.
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Report newly installed boilers to the
State Office of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety.
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Test safety controls and devices on a
periodic basis (as recommended by CSD1).
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Ensure boiler operators are adequately
trained to assure safe and efficient operation.
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Inspect the boiler daily for proper
operation, and/or adverse conditions.
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Maintain a log of incidents that effect
boiler operation, and when safety controls and devices were tested (i.e., low water
cutout, safety valve(s), combustion controller).
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Allow only authorized (“R”
stamp or proper ASME symbol holder) repair firms to make welded repairs.
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Have you burner serviced immediately,
if the burner starts with a puff or operates in an unusual manner.
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