Fulton FB-S Horizontal Firetube Boiler - Manual (Page 5)

The Fulton Companies*FB-S Series Manual*Version 2010-0820 rev. 3/5/13
Page 5
Introduction
This operating manual presents information that will help to properly operate and care for the equipment.
Study its contents carefully. The unit will provide good service and continued operation if proper operating
and maintenance instructions are followed. No attempt should be made to operate the unit until the
principles of operation and all of the components are thoroughly understood. Failure to follow all
applicable instructions and warnings may result in severe personal injury or death.
These instructions must not be considered as a complete code of practice, nor should they replace
existing codes or standards which may be applicable.
The requirements and instructions contained in this section generally relate to the Fulton model FBS.
When installing a packaged unit, this entire section should be read to ensure that the installation work is
carried out correctly.
Prior to shipment, the following tests are made to assure the customer the highest standards of
manufacturing.
a) Material inspections
b) Manufacturing process inspections
c) ASME welding inspection
d) ASME hydrostatic test inspection
e) Electrical components inspection
f) Operating test
g) Final engineering inspection
h) Crating inspection
Note
The installation of the boiler should be carried out by competent personnel in accordance with the
standards of the National Fire Protection Association. All state and jurisdictional codes beyond
the scope of the applicable ASME boiler and pressure vessel codes, for its corresponding
classification, should be followed in all cases. Jurisdictional authorities must be consulted prior
to installation.