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Boiler Maintenance Procedures

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Last updated: 3 Oct, 2017

Boilers

Re: Maintenance Procedures

PRE-FIRE
1. Clean inside boiler cabinet
2. Clean outside of boiler cabinet 
3. Replace thermocouple
4. Clean flame sensor
5. Check ignitor
6. Check burners
7. Leak-check gas line from shut-off to boiler
8. Inspect combustion air openings
9. Inspect flue pipe
10. Lubricate pump motor
11. Check pump coupling
12. Check system water pressure
13. Test make-up water control
14. Check system for water leaks

OPERATIONAL CHECKS
1. Light & check pilot
2. Check inducer motor & pressure switch
3. Check gas valve operation
4. Check gas pressure
5. Check burners for proper combustion
6. Check operating controls
7. Check safeties
8. Check for Carbon Monoxide
9. Check thermostat calibration and operation
10. Check flow at each radiator

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Article ID: 338
Last updated: 3 Oct, 2017
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