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PACIFICO O. ORTALIZA
PME 828
Know your Boiler
1. Do not operate boiler unless you have
been trained and qualified. Operate
boiler in accordance with the
manufacturer’s recommendation.
2. Comply with environmental regulations:
a. Air pollution from heavy smoke
b. Disposal of used oil in drainage
c. Blow down containing chemicals in
drainage.
3. Should have installation and operating
permits from the DOLE/DENR.
Rules to Remember when
Operating a Boiler
Do not operate new boiler until it has first been boiled out
with caustic solution to remove oil or grease.
When starting up for the first time, fire at low rate to dry
refractory lining.
Avoid sudden heating or cooling.
Check water level daily or upon taking up a shift.
Blow water level controls frequently
Keep boiler clean on inside
Inspect regularly both fire- and water-sides surfaces for
corrosion or pitting
Give boiler immediate attention when taken out of
service to prevent deterioration.
Consult boiler water specialist for correct treatment to
prevent scale and corrosion.
BOILER CLASSIFICATION
1. As to axis of shell (vertical or horizontal)
2. According to use in which they are put
a. Heating/ process
b. Power generation
3. According to location of furnace
a. Internally fired
b. Externally fired
4. According to relative position of water and hot gases
a. Water tube
b. Fire tube
5. According to fuel
a. Solid fired – coal, wood wastes, coco shell, etc.
b. Liquid fired - bunker, diesel, coco diesel, etc.
c. Gas fired – LPG, methane. Etc.
Horizontal boiler
Vertical boiler
Code Requirements for Boiler Trim
Boiler Trim – minimum accessories that are required to monitor the
boiler properly and to operate it safely.
1. Steam Pressure Gage –registers the actual steam pressure;
should be calibrated at least once a year; dial shall be graduated
approximately double the pressure at which the safety valve is set,
but in no case less than 1-1/2 times the safety valve setting; a valve
or cock shall be placed in the gage line adjacent to the gauge; shall
contain a siphon which will develop and maintain a water seal that
will prevent the steam from entering the gauge.