Review 1 Flashcards
Review Quiz 1
When a boiler has an unsafe level of water, what device is electronically activated?
Fuel solenoid valve- which shuts off the fuel supply
Soot Build up on Heating Surfaces _________.
Both increases the amount of fuel and blocks heat transfer
If a substance has a pH level that is above 7 it is considered to be:
Basic
The primary function of adding make-up water to a system is to:
Replenish water that has been lost and to supply enough water to keep the proper amount of steam flowing
The pressure reducing valve (PRV) is used on a feedwater line when the domestic water supply is city water
True
To summarize N.J.A.C. 12:90-8.20, the BBPVC may grant permission in case of an emergency for a period not to exceed 15 days for an unlicensed person to operate
a boiler.
True
If the boiler continues to run after testing the LWCO, the operator shall stop the boiler.
True
What is the statewide code which outlines the requirements to attain a boiler’s license in New Jersey?
New Jersey Administrative Code
Impurities that increase the density of the boiler water are removed by:
both bottom and and surface blowdown
Soot is an insulator and it blocks heat transfer
True
How is the number of blowdowns determined by water chemistry?
The more impurities the more blowdowns must be performed
If a substance has a pH level that is 7 it is considered?
Neutral
A low water level in a steam boiler should activate _________immediately.
securing fuel to the boiler
A vacuum pump is used to create negative pressure.
True
After boiler repairs are made, installer/service verification of function testing must be completed.
True
In NJ a form must be filled out by the boiler installer prior to operating a new unit.
The form is called
Installer/service verification of function testing and operation of controls and safety devices for all boilers
All valves are not closed when completing a dry lay-up
False
If you have a small steam leak in your plant, this is a state violation
True
Sediment can be removed by performing a bottom blowdown
True
The following is used to perform a steam boiler function test.
Safety valve
Violations from the State of New Jersey have a maximum penalty of $6000.
False
Should an incident occur in the boiler room, you must immediately contact the Chief Inspector in Trenton
True
A boiler license is required when a low pressure steam boiler is rated 4,001 lbs/hr.
True
A dirty sight glass in a steam boiler is a violation in the state of NJ
True
An initial EOP (Emergency Operating permission) is good for 15 days only
True
A(n) _________ draft fan is located after the furnace.
Induced
Oxygen causes:
corrosion and pitting
A boiler with very clean water does not require water treatment.
False
In accordance with accepted practice, the type of valve located between the boiler and the safety valve must be a/an:
No valve
Blowing down is most effective when the steam output is
at a low rate
