© The Fulton Companies 2014
MAINTENANCE
FBW-IOM-2014-0311
SECTION 4
4-2
!
WARNING
All information in this manual is for
reference and guidance purposes,
and does not substitute for required
professional training, conduct,
and strict adherence to applicable
jurisdictional/professional codes and
regulations.
Prior to any maintenance concerning
electrical components of this
equipment, ensure electrical supply
to the equipment is disconnected.
Label all wires prior to disconnection;
wiring errors may cause improper
and hazardous operation.
Follow all proper lockout/tagout
procedures for service.
Before beginning any maintenance,
ensure area is free of any combustible
materials and other dangers.
Do not use harsh cleaning
compounds that could damage this
equipment.
4
CAUTION
All maintenance procedures should
be completed by trained personnel.
Appropriate training and instructions
are available from the Fulton Service
Department at (315) 298-5121 or your
local Fulton Thermal Representative.
In order to meet warranty conditions,
ensure all appropriate maintenance
activities are performed.
General
Your boiler has been designed to provide years of trouble free performance.
To ensure continued safety and effi
ciency of the boiler, please follow the
maintenance and inspection directions outlined in this section of the manual.
Daily Maintenance and Inspection Schedule
Daily maintenance and inspection must include the following:
1. Check all valves for proper opening and closing.
2. Check supply water pump for proper operation.
3. Check make-up air water meter reading to verify no excessive leakage from
hot water loop has occurred.
Monthly Maintenance and Inspection Schedule
Monthly maintenance and inspection must include the following:
1. Check safety valve for proper operation.
2. Check low-water cut-off relay for proper operation.
Annual Maintenance and Inspection Schedule
Annual maintenance and inspection must include the following:
1. Inspect bottom of boiler for scale and lime by removing heating element.
Clean/replace as needed. It is critical to perform this when boiler is cool
and is vented to the atmosphere.
2. When the water level drops, the low water relay will shut off the contactor.
This shows that the relay is working properly.
3. Check for loose terminals and wiring connections.
4. Remove and clean the water electrode probe in the boiler.
5. Inspect boiler shell for possible mineral build-ups and clean if necessary.
6. Inspect elements on top of boiler for leaks, or loose fl ange bolts and nuts.
7. Check elements for correct amp rating.
8. Provide annual inspection by qualifi ed ASME boiler inspector.
9. See
Handhole Gasket Installation section
for correct hand hole gasket
installation.
10. Check temperature/pressure gauge periodically to verify compatibility
with the operating aquastat/controller.