1 - SAFETY & WARNINGS
© Fulton 2018
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Introduction
Prior to shipment, the following inspections and
tests are made to ensure the highest standards of
manufacturing for our customers:
Material inspections
Manufacturing process inspections
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
welding inspection
ASME hydrostatic test inspection
Electrical components inspection
Operating test
Final engineering inspection
Crating inspection
This manual is provided as a guide to the correct
operation and maintenance of your Fulton equipment,
and should be read in its entirety and be made
permanently available to the staff responsible for the
operation of the boiler. It should not, however, be
considered as a complete code of practice, nor should
it replace existing codes or standards which may be
applicable. Fulton reserves the right to change any part
of this installation, operation and maintenance manual.
Installation, start-up, and maintenance of this
equipment can be hazardous and requires trained,
qualified installers and service personnel.
Trained
personnel are responsible for the installation,
operation, and maintenance of this product, and
for the safety assurance of installation, operation,
and maintenance processes. Do not install, operate,
service or repair any component of this equipment
unless you are qualified and fully understand all
requirements and procedures. Trained personnel
refers to those who have completed Fulton Service
School training specific to this product.
When working on this equipment, observe all
warnings,cautions, and notes in literature, on stickers
and labels, and any additional safety precautions that
apply. Follow all safety codes and wear appropriate
safety protection. Follow all jurisdictional codes and
consult any jursidictional authorities prior to installation.
Receiving Inspection
The customer should examine the equipment for any
damage. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure
all parts supplied with the equipment are fitted in a
correct and safe manner.
General Warnings,
Cautions & Notes
The following are general WARNINGS and CAUTIONS,
which may also appear in various chapters of this
manual. It is critical that all personnel read and
adhere to all information contained in WARNINGS and
CAUTIONS throughout this manual. In addition, there
are bolded
Notes
throughout the manual, which are
included as additional information for essential and
effective operation and conditions.
WARNINGS
must be observed to prevent serious
injury or death to personnel.
CAUTIONS
must be observed to prevent damage
or destruction of equipment or loss of operating
effectiveness.
!
WARNING
Do not operate, or allow others to operate, service
or repair this equipment unless you (they) fully
understand all applicable sections of this manual and
are qualified to operate/maintain the equipment.
This boiler is equipped with an ignition device, which
automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light the
burner by hand.
Prior to the commencement of any work requiring the
removal of cover plates and the opening of the control
panel box, the electrical supply to the boiler must be
disconnected.
Assure all electrical connections are powered down
prior to attempting replacement or service of electrical
components or connections of the equipment.