INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC SELF GENERATING SINGLE AND
TWIN STEAM MIXER KETTLE, MODELS ELTM-40 TO 100 AND ELTM 40-2 TO 100-2
Part No. 10041R4
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2018-08-08
6.0 MAINTENANCE
KETTLE
SAFETY VALVE MAINTENANCE AND TESTING
CAUTION! Under normal operating
conditions a “try lever test”
should be performed every two months. Under severe service
conditions, or if corrosion and/or deposits are noticed within the
valve body, testing must be performed more often. A “try lever test”
should also be performed at the end of any non-service period.
CAUTION! Hot, high pressure fluid may be discharged from body
drain and vent during “try lever” test. Care must be taken to avoid
any bodily contact.
CAUTION! High sound levels may be experienced during “try
lever” test. Wear proper safety equipment and exercise extreme
care! Test at, or near, half of the operating pressure by holding the
test lever fully open for at least two seconds to flush the valve seat
free of sediment and debris. Then release lever and permit the
valve to snap shut.
If lift lever does not activate, or there is no evidence of discharge,
turn off equipment immediately and contact a licensed contractor
or qualified service personnel.
Trunnion block bearings, fitted with a grease nipple should be filled with grease every couple
of months or more frequently if so required. They are located in each console box and
support the kettle for ease of tilting. The segment gear and worm should be greased at the
same time if required. These are located in the tilt console box. No other general
maintenance is required other than adhering to the Cleaning Procedure instructions.
