Boiler Fittings and Operation Quiz

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What is the purpose of boiler fittings?

To reduce the safety of the operator

To increase the pressure inside the boiler

To regulate the temperature of the boiler

To aid in efficient and uninterrupted boiler operation (correct)

Which of the following is an example of a boiler fitting?

Blowdown valve (correct)

Heat exchanger

Water pump

Thermostat

What code requirements must boiler fittings comply with in Canada?

ASME BPVC III Nuclear Power Boilers

ASME B31.1 Power Piping Code

CSA B52 Acetylene Cylinder and Associated Fittings Code

CSA B51 Boiler, Pressure Vessel, and Pressure Piping Code (correct)

What happens to fittings that are applied inappropriately to a boiler?

They fail under pressure Signup and view all the answers

In which category of boilers will the required fittings be discussed in this chapter?

Power Boilers Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the gauge glass as a boiler fitting?

To monitor the water level in the boiler Signup and view all the answers

What is required for all pressure fittings according to the CSA B51 Boiler, Pressure Vessel, and Pressure Piping Code?

Registration as pressure components if designed for service at pressures greater than 103 kPa and temperatures above 65°C Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Canadian Registration Number (CRN) issued to pressure fittings?

To provide evidence of suitability for pressure service Signup and view all the answers

Why must fittings be clearly marked or identified according to the text?

To provide information about the operating temperature and pressure rating Signup and view all the answers

Which ASME code addresses design and fabrication requirements for high-pressure plant piping installations?

ASME BPVC I Power Boilers Signup and view all the answers

Which category of high-pressure plant piping does ASME BPVC I PG 53 and ASME B31.1 divide into three categories?

Boiler external piping Signup and view all the answers

For which type of installations does ASME B31.9 have jurisdiction?

Low-pressure steam and hot water installations Signup and view all the answers

What does ASME B31.1 code cover?

Design and fabrication of nonboiler external piping Signup and view all the answers

What type of boilers are covered under ASME BPVC I?

High-pressure, high-temperature hot water boilers Signup and view all the answers

Where can specific rules for different boiler designs be found in ASME BPVC I?

Part PG Signup and view all the answers

What is the jurisdiction of ASME B31.1 code with regards to pressure relief piping?

Administrative and technical jurisdiction over the design and fabrication Signup and view all the answers

Which power boilers are of greatest interest to the Fourth Class Power Engineer?

High-pressure steam boilers, high-pressure, high-temperature hot water boilers, electric boilers Signup and view all the answers

Where can the construction and design requirements for all types of power boilers be found in ASME BPVC I?

Part PG Signup and view all the answers

What do heating boilers generate according to ASME IV HG-101.1(a)?

Steam or other vapor at a pressure not exceeding 100 kPa Signup and view all the answers

What does ASME BPVC IV cover the design and construction of?

Steam heating boilers, hot water heating boilers, hot water supply boilers, hot water heaters Signup and view all the answers