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What is the primary concern when starting a boiler from cold?
What is the primary concern when starting a boiler from cold?
- Ensuring rapid heating of boiler metal
- Preventing boiler failure
- Adhering to boiler warm-up rates prescribed by manufacturers (correct)
- Minimizing energy consumption
What should an operator do if abnormal conditions occur during the light-off or warm-up period?
What should an operator do if abnormal conditions occur during the light-off or warm-up period?
- Shut down the boiler immediately and close the main and pilot test firing valves (correct)
- Consult with a senior engineer before taking action
- Monitor the situation closely and adjust as needed
- Increase the warm-up rate to compensate
Why do new hazards appear during startup of a boiler plant?
Why do new hazards appear during startup of a boiler plant?
- Because of the rapid changes in plant conditions and related hazards (correct)
- Because of the complexity of the boiler's design
- Because of inadequate training of operators
- Because of the boiler's age and wear
What is the purpose of the recommended boiler warm-up rates?
What is the purpose of the recommended boiler warm-up rates?
What is the recommended course of action after identifying the cause of trouble during startup?
What is the recommended course of action after identifying the cause of trouble during startup?
What is the primary objective of the recommended procedures for boiler startup?
What is the primary objective of the recommended procedures for boiler startup?
What is the main cause of thermal shock in metal?
What is the main cause of thermal shock in metal?
What is the effect of thermal shock on boiler tubes?
What is the effect of thermal shock on boiler tubes?
What is a normal condition during the warm-up period of a cold oil-fired boiler?
What is a normal condition during the warm-up period of a cold oil-fired boiler?
Why is it important to warm up boilers slowly?
Why is it important to warm up boilers slowly?
What may occur when a cold boiler is first started, especially in firetube boilers with large water content?
What may occur when a cold boiler is first started, especially in firetube boilers with large water content?
What is the result of rapid heating during a cold start in firetube boilers?
What is the result of rapid heating during a cold start in firetube boilers?
What is the maximum recommended temperature increase per hour for boiler water?
What is the maximum recommended temperature increase per hour for boiler water?
What is the purpose of ensuring the atomizing air or steam is at the correct pressure during a cold start?
What is the purpose of ensuring the atomizing air or steam is at the correct pressure during a cold start?
What is the purpose of bypassing part of the flow around the boiler in a hot water heating system?
What is the purpose of bypassing part of the flow around the boiler in a hot water heating system?
What is the effect of cold make-up water on steam boilers?
What is the effect of cold make-up water on steam boilers?
What is the effect of scale buildup on the furnace and firetubes during a cold start?
What is the effect of scale buildup on the furnace and firetubes during a cold start?
What should be done if a boiler continues to smoke after being warmed up?
What should be done if a boiler continues to smoke after being warmed up?
What is the recommended firing rate after ignition?
What is the recommended firing rate after ignition?
What is the main factor affecting the rate at which a boiler can be brought up to its normal operating temperature and pressure?
What is the main factor affecting the rate at which a boiler can be brought up to its normal operating temperature and pressure?
What is the effect of high firing rates during a cold start in firetube boilers?
What is the effect of high firing rates during a cold start in firetube boilers?
Why is it important to keep make-up water sources at normal operating temperature?
Why is it important to keep make-up water sources at normal operating temperature?
What is the consequence of uneven expansion in firetube boilers during a cold start?
What is the consequence of uneven expansion in firetube boilers during a cold start?
What should be checked if a boiler is still smoking after the warm-up period?
What should be checked if a boiler is still smoking after the warm-up period?
What is the purpose of the water level control system in steam boilers?
What is the purpose of the water level control system in steam boilers?
What is the result of a heavily smoking burner receiving additional combustion air?
What is the result of a heavily smoking burner receiving additional combustion air?
What is the primary purpose of checking the furnace draft pressures during boiler startup?
What is the primary purpose of checking the furnace draft pressures during boiler startup?
What is the recommended action if the boiler has a continuous pilot?
What is the recommended action if the boiler has a continuous pilot?
What is the purpose of reviewing the manufacturer recommendations for burner and boiler startup?
What is the purpose of reviewing the manufacturer recommendations for burner and boiler startup?
What is the purpose of the boiler control switch?
What is the purpose of the boiler control switch?
What should the Power Engineer do after boiler pressure approaches its normal pressure or temperature set point?
What should the Power Engineer do after boiler pressure approaches its normal pressure or temperature set point?
What is the purpose of the furnace purge during boiler startup?
What is the purpose of the furnace purge during boiler startup?
What should the Power Engineer do if the boiler has a gas-fired atmospheric burner and a continuous pilot?
What should the Power Engineer do if the boiler has a gas-fired atmospheric burner and a continuous pilot?
Why is it important to monitor the boiler during its warm-up period?
Why is it important to monitor the boiler during its warm-up period?
What should the Power Engineer do before starting the boiler?
What should the Power Engineer do before starting the boiler?
What is the purpose of the daily log during boiler startup?
What is the purpose of the daily log during boiler startup?
What is the purpose of purging the boiler for a given time period?
What is the purpose of purging the boiler for a given time period?
What should be done during the main burner ignition trial?
What should be done during the main burner ignition trial?
Why should the boiler be fired at low fire during warm-up?
Why should the boiler be fired at low fire during warm-up?
What should be checked frequently during the warm-up process?
What should be checked frequently during the warm-up process?
What should be done when the burner shuts down?
What should be done when the burner shuts down?
What is the purpose of the try lever and pop tests?
What is the purpose of the try lever and pop tests?
What should be done when cutting in a hot water boiler in a multiple boiler plant?
What should be done when cutting in a hot water boiler in a multiple boiler plant?
Why should the boiler be warmed up slowly?
Why should the boiler be warmed up slowly?
What should be done with the stop valves in the supply and return lines to the boiler during warm-up?
What should be done with the stop valves in the supply and return lines to the boiler during warm-up?
What should be entered in the log book after startup?
What should be entered in the log book after startup?
What is the main reason to ensure sufficient space in the expansion tank during warmup?
What is the main reason to ensure sufficient space in the expansion tank during warmup?
What should be done when the stop valve at the boiler outlet is closed?
What should be done when the stop valve at the boiler outlet is closed?
How should the stop valve on the boiler outlet be opened when the boiler water reaches the supply main temperature?
How should the stop valve on the boiler outlet be opened when the boiler water reaches the supply main temperature?
What is the purpose of cracking open the outlet valve during the alternative warmup method?
What is the purpose of cracking open the outlet valve during the alternative warmup method?
Why is it important to plan ahead for heating loads?
Why is it important to plan ahead for heating loads?
What is the purpose of the furnace purge during the safe startup of a steam boiler?
What is the purpose of the furnace purge during the safe startup of a steam boiler?
What is the recommended approach to warming up steam lines and headers?
What is the recommended approach to warming up steam lines and headers?
What is the purpose of the block valve at the outlet of the boiler?
What is the purpose of the block valve at the outlet of the boiler?
What happens when steam enters the cold steam piping during warmup?
What happens when steam enters the cold steam piping during warmup?
Why is it essential to warm up the steam header with the boiler stop, header stop, and drain valves open?
Why is it essential to warm up the steam header with the boiler stop, header stop, and drain valves open?
What is the purpose of opening the main steam shutoff valve during the simultaneous warm-up procedure of a steam boiler and its steam piping?
What is the purpose of opening the main steam shutoff valve during the simultaneous warm-up procedure of a steam boiler and its steam piping?
Why is it important to open the boiler drum vent during the warm-up procedure?
Why is it important to open the boiler drum vent during the warm-up procedure?
What is the recommended firing rate during the initial warm-up period of a steam boiler?
What is the recommended firing rate during the initial warm-up period of a steam boiler?
What is the purpose of inspecting the boiler frequently during the warm-up period?
What is the purpose of inspecting the boiler frequently during the warm-up period?
When should the superheater vent be closed during the warm-up procedure?
When should the superheater vent be closed during the warm-up procedure?
What is the purpose of closing the low point drains during the warm-up procedure?
What is the purpose of closing the low point drains during the warm-up procedure?
When should the main disconnect switch be closed during the warm-up procedure?
When should the main disconnect switch be closed during the warm-up procedure?
What is the purpose of reviewing manufacturer recommendations for burner and boiler startup during the warm-up procedure?
What is the purpose of reviewing manufacturer recommendations for burner and boiler startup during the warm-up procedure?
Why is it important to open the trap bypasses during the warm-up procedure?
Why is it important to open the trap bypasses during the warm-up procedure?
What is the purpose of performing operating control and safety limit checks during the warm-up procedure?
What is the purpose of performing operating control and safety limit checks during the warm-up procedure?
During the startup of a boiler, what is a significant challenge to a Power Engineer’s knowledge and skills?
During the startup of a boiler, what is a significant challenge to a Power Engineer’s knowledge and skills?
What is the primary reason operators need to pay attention to boiler warm-up rates during startup?
What is the primary reason operators need to pay attention to boiler warm-up rates during startup?
If abnormal conditions occur during the light-off or warm-up period, what should the operator do?
If abnormal conditions occur during the light-off or warm-up period, what should the operator do?
Why is it important to correct the problem before restarting the boiler after an abnormal condition occurs?
Why is it important to correct the problem before restarting the boiler after an abnormal condition occurs?
What is the primary concern during the boiler startup process?
What is the primary concern during the boiler startup process?
Why is it essential to monitor the boiler during its warm-up period?
Why is it essential to monitor the boiler during its warm-up period?
What is the primary cause of thermal shock in boilers?
What is the primary cause of thermal shock in boilers?
What should be done to prevent thermal shock when starting a cold boiler?
What should be done to prevent thermal shock when starting a cold boiler?
What is the recommended maximum temperature increase per hour for boiler water?
What is the recommended maximum temperature increase per hour for boiler water?
What can cause thermal shock in steam heating boilers?
What can cause thermal shock in steam heating boilers?
Why is it important to keep boilers free from scale buildup?
Why is it important to keep boilers free from scale buildup?
What is the result of rapid temperature changes in boilers?
What is the result of rapid temperature changes in boilers?
What should be done to protect a boiler from uneven expansion and thermal shock?
What should be done to protect a boiler from uneven expansion and thermal shock?
What is the effect of thermal shock on boiler tubes?
What is the effect of thermal shock on boiler tubes?
Why is it important to warm up boilers slowly?
Why is it important to warm up boilers slowly?
What is the primary concern when starting a boiler from cold?
What is the primary concern when starting a boiler from cold?
Why does condensation occur in firetube boilers during the cold start?
Why does condensation occur in firetube boilers during the cold start?
What is the result of uneven expansion in firetube boilers during a cold start?
What is the result of uneven expansion in firetube boilers during a cold start?
Why is it important to avoid high firing rates during a cold start in firetube boilers?
Why is it important to avoid high firing rates during a cold start in firetube boilers?
What is the recommended action if the burner continues to smoke after being warmed up?
What is the recommended action if the burner continues to smoke after being warmed up?
Why is it important to avoid adding additional combustion air to a heavily smoking burner?
Why is it important to avoid adding additional combustion air to a heavily smoking burner?
What is the effect of scale buildup on the furnace and firetubes during a cold start?
What is the effect of scale buildup on the furnace and firetubes during a cold start?
What is the purpose of ensuring the atomizing air or steam is at the correct pressure during a cold start?
What is the purpose of ensuring the atomizing air or steam is at the correct pressure during a cold start?
Why is it important to warm up a cold oil-fired boiler slowly?
Why is it important to warm up a cold oil-fired boiler slowly?
What occurs when the water vapour in the flue gases contacts the cold heating surfaces of the boiler during a cold start?
What occurs when the water vapour in the flue gases contacts the cold heating surfaces of the boiler during a cold start?
What is a normal condition during the warm-up period of a cold oil-fired boiler?
What is a normal condition during the warm-up period of a cold oil-fired boiler?
What is the primary purpose of checking the furnace draft pressures during boiler startup?
What is the primary purpose of checking the furnace draft pressures during boiler startup?
What should the Power Engineer do before starting the boiler?
What should the Power Engineer do before starting the boiler?
What is the purpose of purging the boiler for a given time period during the startup procedure?
What is the purpose of purging the boiler for a given time period during the startup procedure?
What should be done when cutting in a hot water boiler in a multiple boiler plant?
What should be done when cutting in a hot water boiler in a multiple boiler plant?
Why is it essential to monitor the boiler during the warm-up period?
Why is it essential to monitor the boiler during the warm-up period?
What is the purpose of the boiler control switch?
What is the purpose of the boiler control switch?
Why is it important to warm up the boiler slowly?
Why is it important to warm up the boiler slowly?
What should be done when the boiler pressure approaches its normal pressure or temperature set point?
What should be done when the boiler pressure approaches its normal pressure or temperature set point?
What should be done during the main burner ignition trial?
What should be done during the main burner ignition trial?
What should be checked frequently during the warm-up process?
What should be checked frequently during the warm-up process?
What is the purpose of the furnace purge during the safe startup of a hot water boiler?
What is the purpose of the furnace purge during the safe startup of a hot water boiler?
What is the recommended approach to starting a hot water boiler in a single boiler plant?
What is the recommended approach to starting a hot water boiler in a single boiler plant?
What is the purpose of the try lever and pop tests?
What is the purpose of the try lever and pop tests?
What should be done if the flame at low fire provides insufficient heat to reach normal operating temperature after 30 minutes?
What should be done if the flame at low fire provides insufficient heat to reach normal operating temperature after 30 minutes?
What is the purpose of reviewing the manufacturer's recommendations for burner and boiler startup?
What is the purpose of reviewing the manufacturer's recommendations for burner and boiler startup?
What is the purpose of raising the water temperature slowly during the warm-up process?
What is the purpose of raising the water temperature slowly during the warm-up process?
What should the Power Engineer do after the boiler has been started?
What should the Power Engineer do after the boiler has been started?
Why is it important to ensure the boiler is properly maintained during the warm-up period?
Why is it important to ensure the boiler is properly maintained during the warm-up period?
What should be done after the boiler pressure approaches its normal pressure or temperature set point?
What should be done after the boiler pressure approaches its normal pressure or temperature set point?
What should be done when the burner shuts down?
What should be done when the burner shuts down?
What is the primary concern when warming up a steam boiler and its steam piping?
What is the primary concern when warming up a steam boiler and its steam piping?
Why is it essential to warm up the steam header with the boiler stop, header stop, and drain valves open?
Why is it essential to warm up the steam header with the boiler stop, header stop, and drain valves open?
What should be done when the temperature of the boiler water reaches the temperature of the water in the supply main?
What should be done when the temperature of the boiler water reaches the temperature of the water in the supply main?
What is the purpose of having an ample air cushion in the expansion tank during warmup?
What is the purpose of having an ample air cushion in the expansion tank during warmup?
What should be done when the cold boiler is at or near the system temperature?
What should be done when the cold boiler is at or near the system temperature?
What happens when steam enters the cold steam piping during warmup?
What happens when steam enters the cold steam piping during warmup?
What is the main benefit of warming up the boiler and steam lines simultaneously?
What is the main benefit of warming up the boiler and steam lines simultaneously?
What should be done when the stop valve at the boiler outlet is closed?
What should be done when the stop valve at the boiler outlet is closed?
Why is it important to plan ahead for heating loads?
Why is it important to plan ahead for heating loads?
What is the purpose of ASME VI and VII guidelines for steam boilers?
What is the purpose of ASME VI and VII guidelines for steam boilers?
What is the primary purpose of opening the boiler drum vent during the simultaneous warm-up procedure?
What is the primary purpose of opening the boiler drum vent during the simultaneous warm-up procedure?
Why is it important to maintain low fire during the initial warm-up period of a steam boiler?
Why is it important to maintain low fire during the initial warm-up period of a steam boiler?
What should be done when the boiler pressure reaches 15 to 20 kPa during the warm-up procedure?
What should be done when the boiler pressure reaches 15 to 20 kPa during the warm-up procedure?
What is the purpose of inspecting the boiler frequently during the warm-up period?
What is the purpose of inspecting the boiler frequently during the warm-up period?
When should the trap bypasses be closed during the warm-up procedure?
When should the trap bypasses be closed during the warm-up procedure?
What is the purpose of preparing the steam plant auxiliaries during the simultaneous warm-up procedure?
What is the purpose of preparing the steam plant auxiliaries during the simultaneous warm-up procedure?
What should be done with the main disconnect switch during the simultaneous warm-up procedure?
What should be done with the main disconnect switch during the simultaneous warm-up procedure?
Why is it important to ensure the boiler control switch is in the off position during the initial stages of the warm-up procedure?
Why is it important to ensure the boiler control switch is in the off position during the initial stages of the warm-up procedure?
What should be done with the low point drains during the warm-up procedure?
What should be done with the low point drains during the warm-up procedure?
What is the purpose of reviewing manufacturer recommendations for burner and boiler startup during the warm-up procedure?
What is the purpose of reviewing manufacturer recommendations for burner and boiler startup during the warm-up procedure?
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