Maintenance
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16.2 Facility Fluid and Piping Maintenance for Water and Glycol Systems
Maintaining facility water and glycol quality is required throughout the life of the coolant fluid piping
system. Fluid and piping system maintenance schedules must be established and performed. A
coolant fluid maintenance program must be established that will evaluate fluid chemistry and apply
necessary treatment. The complexity of water/glycol solution condition problems and the variations of
required treatment programs make it extremely important to obtain the advice of a competent and
experienced water treatment specialist and follow a regularly scheduled coolant fluid system
maintenance program.
Perform periodic inspections of the facility and the unit coil and/or heat exchanger and coolant fluid
piping system for leaks and visible damage.
16.3 Glycol Solution Maintenance
It is difficult to establish a specific schedule of inhibitor maintenance since the rate of inhibitor
depletion depends upon local water conditions. Analysis of water samples at the time of installation
and through a maintenance program should help to establish a pattern of depletion. A visual
inspection of the solution and filter residue is often helpful in judging whether active corrosion is
occurring.
The complexity of water/glycol solution condition problems and the variations of required treatment
programs make it extremely important to obtain the advice of a competent and experienced water
treatment specialist and follow a regularly scheduled coolant fluid system maintenance program. It is
important to note that improper use of water treatment chemicals can cause problems more serious
than using none. Proper inhibitor maintenance must be performed in order to prevent corrosion of the
glycol system. Consult the glycol manufacturer for testing and maintenance of inhibitors. Do not mix
products from different manufacturers.
16.4 Spare Parts
Only original spare parts made by Emerson Network Power may be used. Using third-party material
can invalidate the warranty. When making seeking technical assistance, always refer to the
component list supplied with the equipment, and specify the model number, serial number and, if
available, the part number.
16.5 Maintenance Schedule
Conduct monthly, quarterly, biannual and annual checks according to the following guidelines.
All tasks and time periods listed here are the manufacturers’ regulations and must be documented in
an inspection report.
NOTE
1. When replacing a faulty component, follow the relevant manufacturer instructions.
2. When the spare parts must be brazed, be careful not to damage the internal parts (gaskets,
seals, O-rings, etc.).