Flofab RLU series Operation, Maintenance & Installation Manual Download

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SINCE 1981

MAINTENANCE

It is recommend that every three (3) years the interior of the tank and lining be inspected. On larger

FLOFAB® Tanks, a «manhole» is supplied to allow this inspection. To inspect the interior of the tank

and lining, follow the steps detailed below.

1. Isolate the tank from the system in which is installed.

If the system is under pressure, relieve the pressure from the tank via the pressure relief valve.

3. I

f the system operates at a high temperature, allow time for the tank, its contents, and all com

ponents to cool.
4. Af

ter assuring that steps 1 through 3 above, have been completed, and any other special circums

tances present within the system have been addressed in an accepted / recommended manner, open

the drain valve on the bottom of the tank.
5. A

llow the contents of the tank to drain completely.

6. B

reak the bolts securing the manhole cover to the tank.

Note: Do not allow the manhole to fall into the tank. If the manhole falls into the tank du-

ring removal or replacement, the interior and lining of the tank may be damaged.

Inspection of the Interior of the Tank and Lining

I.O.M - HOT WATER STORAGE TANKS - RLU/RWU/RSE

Summary of Contents for RLU series

Page 1: ...SINCE 1981 www flofab com 001 iom 2017 hwst Hot Water Storage Tanks Series RLU RWU RSE Operation Maintenance Installation Manual...

Page 2: ...ense before attempting any maintenance procedures 1 Steam 2 High Temperature or Boiler Water 3 Connected Energy Source 4 Connected Power Source 5 Pressurized System 6 Any Combination of the Above FLOF...

Page 3: ...arnings specific to the compo nent It is strongly recommended that each document be reviewed before attempting any installation or maintenance procedures Areas of potential danger 1 all inlet and outl...

Page 4: ...e of supporting the total weight of the tank when filled to capacity After the tank has been set in place and uncrated if necessary it should be carefully examined to assure that it was not damaged du...

Page 5: ...avoid possible injury or death Note For all piping connections the use and or type of joint compound or sealer on the joint should be determined by referring to local codes accepted practices or the r...

Page 6: ...use of the superior design and construction of FLOFAB Tanks very little is required in the way of inspection or maintenance The following table identifies the three 3 inspections that are recom mended...

Page 7: ...ces 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 Combinati...

Page 8: ...ng fitting 6 Break the joint at the fitting 7 Inspect both the threads of the fitting and the pipe for signs of damage If damage is found either rethread or replace the damaged component 8 If no damag...

Page 9: ...allow time for the tank its contents and all com ponents to cool 4 After assuring that steps 1 through 3 above have been completed and any other special circums tances present within the system have...

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