Man Hours 3
Special Instructions:
1. Review manufacturer's instructions.
2. This maintenance should only be performed when it will not prevent operation
of the steam boiler.
Items to Check & Initial Completion:
1. ___ Operate unit to check for steam binding.
2. ___ Check condensate temperature. It should be approximately 30oF (17oC)
below steam temperature if traps are not leaking.
3. ___ Examine flanges for steam leaks, replace gaskets as necessary.
4. ___ Pump receiver down.
5. ___ Turn condensate to sewer.
6. ___ Shut down unit.
7. ___ Clean and examine receiver, vent pipe, inlet and discharge openings for
corrosion; remove all external corrosion, and paint with appropriate type
paint.
8. ___ Clean and adjust motor float switch and float operation on
high low water level. Inspect float rods and pressure switches.
Make any adjustments as necessary.
9. ___ Check alignment of motor and pump coupling with straight edge. Align if
necessary.
10.___ Lubricate pump and motor.
11.___ Adjust packing glands and change packing when necessary.
12.___ Examine vacuum breaker operation.
13.___ Inspect ball floats, rods, and other linkage, adjust as
necessary.
14.___ Properly dispose of all debris.
Tools & Materials:
1. Standard Tool Kit
Plus Pipe wrenches to 24"
Tubing cutters
Flaring tool
Small acetylene outfit
Packing tool kit and packing
3/4" socket set
Crescent wrenches to 14"
2. Lubricants. Consult the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for hazardous
ingredients and proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
3. Clean wiping cloths.
4. Gasket materials as required.
4. Metal cleaning materials and appropriate paint as necessary. Consult the
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for hazardous ingredients and proper
personal protective equipment (PPE).
5. 6" level and straight edge.
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