SINCE 1981
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MAINTENANCE
The information contained in this section will detail maintenance procedures suggested for all FLO
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FAB® Tanks. Remember, this manual serves all FLOFAB® Tanks.
Therefore, the maintenance procedures may be general in some instances. If there are any questions
concerning maintenance procedures that are not clearly explained in this manual, contact FLOFAB.
Be sure to have the serial number of the tank available before making contact.
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FLOFAB has no control over the use of FLOFAB® Tanks or the type of system into which they
may be integrated. Depending on the system in which the tank has been installed, the possibility
for bodily injury or death may be present if the system is not properly prepared for maintenance
procedures. If any of the following elements apply to the system, follow all accepted / recommended
practices, and use common sense before attempting any maintenance procedure.
1. Steam
2. High Temperature or Boiler Water
3. Connected Energy Source
4. Connected Power Source
5. Pressurized Systems
6. Any Combination of the Above
Each month, it is recommended that the tank be «drained down» to remove any sediment that has
accumulated in the tank. To drain down the tank, follow the steps detailed below.
1. Be sure the drain line is piped to floor drain and that any water from the tank will go into the floor
drain.
If the system is under pressure, relieve the pressure from the tank via the pressure relief valve.
2. Af
ter assuring that step 1 has been completed, and any other special circumstances present within
the system have been addressed in an accepted / recommended manner, open the drain valve on
the bottom of the tank.
3. Allow the contents of the tank to drain until no evidence of sediment is present.
4. Close the drain and return it to operation within the system.
Removal of Sediment Buildup in the Tank
I.O.M - HOT WATER STORAGE TANKS - RLU/RWU/RSE
I.O.M - HOT WATER STORAGE TANKS - RLU/RWU/RSE
