b.
Standards compliance tests
c.
Preliminary operational tests (steady state combustion test and
variable load combustion test)
d.
Tests of auxiliary equipment
e.
Feedwater equipment test
f.
Capacity and efficiency tests
3.2.5.1
Strength and Leak Tightness Tests
Subject the boiler[s] to the following strength and tightness tests:
a.
Watersides Including Fittings and Accessories: Hydrostatically
test watersides in accordance with requirements of ASME BPVC SEC I.
The ASME label will be accepted as evidence of this test.
b.
Boiler Casing, Breeching and Ductwork: Prior to installing
breeching and ductwork, boiler[s] [on the furnace side] shall be
pneumatically tested, at the maximum possible draft pressure of
the boiler furnace; the soap bubble method [and] [or] a smoke test
shall be used to verify tightness of the casing. Boiler casing,
breeching and ductwork shall be pressurized with the forced draft
fan to the maximum draft pressure; the smoke test shall be used to
verify tightness of the casing, breeching and ductwork. Leaks
observed or detected shall be sealed.
3.2.5.2
Boiler Inspection
Ensure that the Boiler Inspector is present to witness the appropriate
tests which need to be observed in order to certify the safety of the
boiler. The inspection shall include requirements of NAVFAC MO 324. The
Boiler Inspector shall complete NAVFAC form 9-11014/40, Data Record Sheet;
NAVFAC form 9-11014/41, Inspection Report; NAVFAC form 9-11014/32
Inspection Certificate for each boiler after boiler has been inspected and
found to be safe. No boiler may be fired until it has passed the
inspection of the Boiler Inspector. The boiler inspection forms shall be
submitted through the Contractor to the Contracting Officer. Place the
Inspection Certificate under framed glass, and mounted on or near the
boiler in a conspicuous location.
3.2.5.3
Boiler Cleaning and Startup
Dry out, boil out, and operate the firing rate of the new boiler[s] under
direct responsibility and supervision of the manufacturer, [and in the
presence of the boiler room operating personnel]. Provide chemicals that
are required. Allow sufficient time for the boiling out process to ensure
interior surfaces are clean. This time shall be at least 24 continuous
hours and generally not more than 36 hours; boil out shall continue until
water is clear. Boil out, cleaning and starting procedures shall be in
accordance with requirements of ASME BPVC SEC VII and FM DS 12-17.
3.2.5.4
Boiler Preliminary Operational Tests
Conduct a boiler operational test on each unit continuously for two weeks.
Operate one boiler at a time to demonstrate control and operational
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