273-03 - Inspecting the Fireside of a Boiler, Part 2
Learning objectives
- Describe how to inspect the fireside of a superheater in a large watertube boiler
- Describe how to inspect the fireside of a reheater in a large watertube boiler
- Describe how to inspect a bottom ash hopper in a large watertube boiler
- Describe how to inspect the fireside of an economizer in a large watertube boiler
- Describe how to inspect baffles on the fireside of a large watertube boiler
- Describe how to inspect the boiler bottom seal in a large watertube boiler
Course overview
Boiler inspections can be broken into three broad categories: fireside inspections, waterside inspections, and exterior inspections. Most companies mandate routine inspections to ensure boilers are maintained in safe operating condition.
The Inspecting the Fireside of a Boiler, Part 2 training course explains specific things to look for when doing a fireside inspection. It includes techniques and procedures for inspecting:
- Superheaters and reheaters
- Soot blowers
- Bottom ash hoppers
- Economizers
- Baffles
- Boiler bottom seals
This online course is part of the Boiler Repair training series.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
