TM 10-6640-215-13
5-18. REMOVE/INSTALL ELECTRIC STEAM BOILER SIGHT GLASS.
This task consists of:
a. Removal
b. Installation
INITIAL SET-UP:
Tools required
General Mechanics Tool Kit, (Appendix B, Section III, Item 2)
REMOVAL
Remove Electric Steam Boiler Sight Glass. See Figure 5-16.
WARNING
To prevent injury to personnel, be sure electric steam boiler has had time to cool before
performing any maintenance. Steam temperature as high as 600°F (279.9°C) can be obtained in
this unit.
a.
Close two isolation valves.
b.
Lift two protective rods from sight glass.
c.
Loosen two retaining nuts and remove sight glass.
INSTALLATION
Install Electric Steam Boiler Sight Glass. See Figure 5-16.
WARNING
To prevent injury to personnel, be sure electric steam boiler has had time to cool before
performing any maintenance. Steam temperature as high as 600°F (279.9°C) can be obtained in
this unit.
a.
Position sight glass between two retaining nuts. Tighten nuts.
b.
Slide two protective rods down through holes in isolation valves.
c.
Open two isolation valves.
d.
Prepare and operate water system using internal water tank as source in accordance with procedures listed in
paragraph 2-8.
e.
Inspect for leaks.
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