starting up and operating boiler plants.
3.2.1
Tests and Inspections (Piping)
Examine, inspect, and test piping in accordance with ASME B31.1except as
modified below. Rectify defects disclosed by tests. Necessary subsequent
tests required to prove system tight after additional work by the
Contractor shall be provided by the Contractor. Make tests under the
direction of and subject to the prior approval of the Contracting Officer.
3.2.1.1
Hydrostatic and Leak Tightness Tests
a.
attached to the boilers and included under jurisdiction of ASME
BPVC SEC I in accordance with requirements of that Code. Piping
bearing ASME Code symbol stamp will be accepted only as indicating
b.
Test piping which is a part of the steam generation or auxiliary
systems, including piping within the boiler room and external to
the boiler room, by the following methods:
with no pressure loss. Temperature of testing fluid shall not
exceed 38 degrees C 100 degrees F.
(2) Test air and oil lines in accordance with requirements of
ASME B31.1 for pneumatic tests with exception that the test
pressure shall be held for one hour. Examination for leaks shall
be by a soap or other foaming agent test.
(3) Inspection and test of gas piping shall conform to the
requirements of ANSI Z223.1.
c.
For tests install a calibrated test pressure gage in the system to
observe loss in pressure.
3.2.2
Preliminary Operation
The Contractor under the direction of the respective manufacturer's
representative shall place in operation equipment provided by the
Contractor except as specifically noted otherwise. Make adjustments to
equipment that are necessary to ensure proper operation as instructed by
the equipment manufacturer.
a.
Lubricate equipment prior to operation in accordance with
manufacturer's instructions. Provide lubricants. Furnish
lubrication gun with spare cartridges of lubricant to operating
personnel.
b.
Dry out motors before operation as required to develop and
maintain proper and constant insulation resistance.
c.
Check drive equipment couplings for proper alignment at both
ambient and operating temperature conditions.
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