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SteamMax
Knock-Down Assembly Instructions
7
Hydro-Test
NOTICE:
It is essential that hydrostatic testing be
done before canopy, jacket, controls or piping is
installed.
Hydro-Test per requirements of authority having
jurisdiction. In the absence of such requirements, the
following procedure can be used.
1. Run a hose from water service to one of the
lower tappings.
2. Install a ball or gate valve in one of the
tappings on top of block and connect other
end to a drain.
3. Plug tappings on end sections that will not
be used on final installation with supplied
plugs. Consult
Installation, Operating and
Service Instruction
s supplied with this boiler
or located on manufacturer’s website for size
and purpose of tappings.
NOTICE:
Limit controls, LWCOs and junction
box must be installed on same side of boiler.
Otherwise, wiring harness will not fit configuration.
4. Install a pressure gauge in any convenient
tapping.
5. Plug all remaining unused tappings.
6. Fill boiler until a steady stream of water is
flowing down the drain.
7. Slowly close valve until pressure reads
between 40 and 45 psi.
CAUTION
Do not exceed 50 psi. Over pressurizing section
assembly could cause failure.
8. Let boiler stand 5 to 10 minutes.
CAUTION
Do not leave section assembly filled with water
and unattended. Leaks may occur resulting in
substantial property damage.
9. Examine all parts of section assembly for
leaks.
10. Drain boiler.
11. Remove plugs from tappings used on final
installation.
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Figure 8-1: Single Canopy Assembly
