Installation, Catch tank, Drain/fill connection – Fulton Vertical Coil (FT-C_S) Thermal Fluid (hot oil) Heater User Manual
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SECTION 2
FTCS-IOM-2013-1114
INSTALLATION
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WARNING
All information in this manual is for
reference and guidance purposes,
and does not substitute for required
professional training, conduct,
and strict adherence to applicable
jurisdictional/professional codes and
regulations.
Failure to properly locate and
install vent connections may cause
personnel and property damage.
Catch Tank
Adhere to the following for the catch tank:
1. Ensure the heater safety relief valve outlet and connections on the DA tank
are piped to a safe catch tank. The catch tank must be appropriately sized
based on the system volume and confi guration.
2. Under normal operating conditions, the catch tank should be empty. Fluid
that is expelled into the tank should not be reintroduced into the system.
3. Ensure the vent from the catch tank is located and installed in such a
manner as to protect personnel and property from discharge of steam,
water, and thermal fl uid. Vent outlet should be positioned in a safe location
outside of heater room.
Drain/Fill Connection
The system is usually fi lled from the lowest point, with the aid of a pump. On skid-
mounted units, a drain and fi ll connection is provided in the inlet piping to the
pump. See Figure 16.
Pressure Gauges
The range in which readings are expected to fall should comprise mid-scale on
the pressure gauge chosen (See Figure 17). Pressure gauges must be able to
FIGURE 16 - DRAIN AND FILL CONNECTION
FIGURE 17 - GAUGES