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What are outlet connections in a boiler used for?
What are outlet connections in a boiler used for?
- Connecting external piping and fittings (correct)
- Regulating the pressure inside the boiler
- Improving the efficiency of the safety valve
- Increasing the temperature of the boiler drum
What is the technical jurisdiction of ASME B31.1 Power Piping Code?
What is the technical jurisdiction of ASME B31.1 Power Piping Code?
- Boiler external piping (correct)
- Boiler pressure control
- Boiler drum design
- Boiler water treatment
According to ASME B31.1, what is required when two or more boilers are connected to a common header?
According to ASME B31.1, what is required when two or more boilers are connected to a common header?
- A single stop valve
- Two stop valves with an ample free-blow drain between them (correct)
- Two stop valves without a manhole opening
- Two stop valves with no free-blow drain
What is the purpose of continuous blowdown in a boiler?
What is the purpose of continuous blowdown in a boiler?
How are fittings and piping usually attached to a boiler drum or shell?
How are fittings and piping usually attached to a boiler drum or shell?
What falls under the technical jurisdiction of ASME BPVC I regarding boiler piping systems?
What falls under the technical jurisdiction of ASME BPVC I regarding boiler piping systems?
According to ASME B31.1 Power Piping Code, what is the purpose of the check valve in the feedwater piping for all boilers?
According to ASME B31.1 Power Piping Code, what is the purpose of the check valve in the feedwater piping for all boilers?
Why are slow-opening blowoff valves required for boilers with allowable working pressures over 100 psig (690 kPag), according to ASME B31.1 Power Piping Code?
Why are slow-opening blowoff valves required for boilers with allowable working pressures over 100 psig (690 kPag), according to ASME B31.1 Power Piping Code?
Which type of valve is prohibited from blowoff service according to ASME B31.1 Power Piping Code?
Which type of valve is prohibited from blowoff service according to ASME B31.1 Power Piping Code?
What is required for all stop valves according to ASME BPVC IV Part HG-710.4(b)?
What is required for all stop valves according to ASME BPVC IV Part HG-710.4(b)?
According to ASME B31.1 Power Piping Code, which type of valves are preferred for steam shut-off valves in boilers?
According to ASME B31.1 Power Piping Code, which type of valves are preferred for steam shut-off valves in boilers?
What type of boilers are exempt from the two-valve rule for blowoff valves according to ASME B31.1 Power Piping Code?
What type of boilers are exempt from the two-valve rule for blowoff valves according to ASME B31.1 Power Piping Code?
What is the minimum reading required for the thermometer?
What is the minimum reading required for the thermometer?
What is the normal operating pressure for the hot water boiler?
What is the normal operating pressure for the hot water boiler?
What type of valves are required in the supply and return pipe connections on all hot water heating boilers?
What type of valves are required in the supply and return pipe connections on all hot water heating boilers?
What is the purpose of the expansion tank in a heating system?
What is the purpose of the expansion tank in a heating system?
Under what conditions are stop valves not required in hot water heating boilers?
Under what conditions are stop valves not required in hot water heating boilers?
What is the minimum hydrostatic test pressure required for expansion tanks in systems designed for a working pressure of 200 kPa or less?
What is the minimum hydrostatic test pressure required for expansion tanks in systems designed for a working pressure of 200 kPa or less?
What are open expansion tanks often limited to?
What are open expansion tanks often limited to?
What is the minimum required pressure rating for valves used to blowoff or drain low-pressure steam boilers, according to ASME BPVC IV?
What is the minimum required pressure rating for valves used to blowoff or drain low-pressure steam boilers, according to ASME BPVC IV?
Why is it recommended to use outside screw and yoke valves with rising spindles for a steam outlet that is DN 50 (2” NPS) or larger?
Why is it recommended to use outside screw and yoke valves with rising spindles for a steam outlet that is DN 50 (2” NPS) or larger?
Why should the feedwater connection be arranged so that the water does not discharge directly against surfaces exposed to hot combustion gases or radiant heat from the fire?
Why should the feedwater connection be arranged so that the water does not discharge directly against surfaces exposed to hot combustion gases or radiant heat from the fire?
What is the purpose of a check valve near the boiler in pumped return systems?
What is the purpose of a check valve near the boiler in pumped return systems?
What is the purpose of a bottom blowoff connection in steam heating boilers, according to ASME BPVC IV?
What is the purpose of a bottom blowoff connection in steam heating boilers, according to ASME BPVC IV?
What is required by ASME BPVC IV on every hot water heating boiler?
What is required by ASME BPVC IV on every hot water heating boiler?
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