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What is the purpose of inspecting the boiler internally before closing it up?
What is the purpose of inspecting the boiler internally before closing it up?
- To ensure it is free from scale, oil, tools, debris, and other foreign material (correct)
- To check the alignment of the burners and ensure they are ready for firing
- To confirm the secure installation of internal baffles and steam drum internals
- To inspect the external components of the boiler for any damage or corrosion
Why is it important to check off all tools removed from a watertube boiler's water side?
Why is it important to check off all tools removed from a watertube boiler's water side?
- To confirm the secure installation of internal baffles and steam drum internals
- To make sure that the burners are clean and ready for firing
- To prevent the gaskets from sticking to the metal
- To ensure that no foreign objects have fallen into the water tube (correct)
What should be used to prevent gaskets from sticking to the metal when closing up the boiler?
What should be used to prevent gaskets from sticking to the metal when closing up the boiler?
- Adhesive tape
- Silicone sealant
- Graphite paste (correct)
- Oil-based lubricant
What must be performed by the Power Engineer when starting a boiler plant for the first time or after a major outage?
What must be performed by the Power Engineer when starting a boiler plant for the first time or after a major outage?
What should be checked to ensure they are properly aligned and move freely before closing up the boiler?
What should be checked to ensure they are properly aligned and move freely before closing up the boiler?
What should be observed during the pilot trial ignition period to confirm correct sequence?
What should be observed during the pilot trial ignition period to confirm correct sequence?
What should be tested to prove that the boiler will trip upon reaching the high steam pressure set point?
What should be tested to prove that the boiler will trip upon reaching the high steam pressure set point?
Which device is tested to prove the boiler will trip in a low water condition?
Which device is tested to prove the boiler will trip in a low water condition?
Which test proves that the boiler will trip upon loss of atomizing air or steam for fuel oil fired boilers?
Which test proves that the boiler will trip upon loss of atomizing air or steam for fuel oil fired boilers?
What is the purpose of the post-purge period after successfully completing the ignition sequence?
What is the purpose of the post-purge period after successfully completing the ignition sequence?
What is the purpose of slowly drying out new refractory in a furnace?
What is the purpose of slowly drying out new refractory in a furnace?
What is the purpose of boiling out a new boiler?
What is the purpose of boiling out a new boiler?
When is it recommended to test the safety valves on a boiler?
When is it recommended to test the safety valves on a boiler?
What should be done before placing the fuel and air systems into service when testing combustion controls?
What should be done before placing the fuel and air systems into service when testing combustion controls?
When should the dry run procedure be performed for a mechanical draft boiler equipped with both pilot and main burners?
When should the dry run procedure be performed for a mechanical draft boiler equipped with both pilot and main burners?
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