3.1.3.4
Vertical Fuel Oil Tank
Clean interior surfaces to bare metal in accordance with SSPC SP 10. Clean
to bare metal by powered wire brushing or other mechanical means surfaces
that cannot be cleaned satisfactorily by blasting. Wash members which
become contaminated with rust, dirt, oil, grease, or other contaminants
with solvents until thoroughly clean. Remove weld backing plates prior to
blast cleaning; when left in place, round off the corners prior to blast
cleaning and coating. Tanks shall be internally coated in accordance with
Section 09973 INTERIOR COATING OF WELDED STEEL PETROLEUM FUEL TANKS.
3.1.3.5
Surfaces Not to be Painted
Unless specified otherwise, do not paint equipment having factory applied
permanent finish, switchplates and nameplates, motor starters, and concrete
foundations.
3.1.4
Insulation
Insulate mechanical equipment, systems and piping as specified in Section
15080 THERMAL INSULATION FOR MECHANICAL SYSTEMS.
3.2
FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
Provide labor, equipment, test apparatus and materials required for
preparation and performance of tests and inspections specified to
demonstrate that the boilers and auxiliary equipment as installed are in
compliance with contract requirements. During startup and during tests,
factory trained engineers or technicians employed by the boiler
manufacturer and system suppliers or manufacturers of such components as
the boiler, burner, forced draft fan, feedwater treatment equipment, and
other auxiliary equipment shall be present, to ensure the proper
functioning, adjustment, and testing of the individual components and
systems. The Government will furnish, when available, water, electricity
and fuel for the tests, except fuel required for retesting. The Contractor
shall rectify defects disclosed by the tests and retest the equipment. The
Contractor's boiler plant personnel shall be experienced in starting up and
operating boiler plants.
3.2.1
Tests and Inspections (Piping)
3.2.1.1
General Requirements
Examine, inspect, and test piping in accordance with ASME B31.1except as
modified below. The Contractor shall rectify defects disclosed by the
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.
3.2.1.2
Hydrostatic and Leak Tightness Tests
a.
Test piping systems attached to the boilers and included under
the jurisdiction of the ASME BPVC SEC I in accordance with the
requirement of that Code. Piping bearing ASME Code symbol stamp
will be accepted only as indicating compliance with the design and
material requirements of the code.
b.
Test piping which is a part of the steam generation or auxiliary
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