Fulton Vertical Electric (FT-N) Thermal Fluid (hot oil) Heater - Manual (Page 49)

Fulton Thermal Corp.*Electric Thermal Fluid Heaters Manual* Version 2010-0423
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7. The pump should not be subjected to thermal or pressure shock. The
thermal fluid should, therefore, be allowed to flow into the casing slowly.
8. Check field work and make sure that all connections have been made in
the proper places. Check electrical connections to the motor.
9. Rotate the pump shaft by hand to be sure there is no binding or rubbing
within the pump or driver. Correct any problems immediately.
10. Check to see that pump is properly aligned while cold.
11. The pump is properly aligned before it leaves the factory. Because the
system expands in operation, the pump must be realigned when the
system is at operating temperature.
12. The coupling alignment of the pump and driver must be carefully
checked for angular and axial alignment. Check pump manufacturers
instructions for these specifications. The use of a dial indicator to check
the axial and angular alignment is recommended.
13. Realign at operating temperature, if necessary.
14. Make sure that the pump is properly greased or oiled.
e) Pumps with Packed Seals
1. Make sure that the gland is finger tight before filling the system.
6. Initial Start-Up
a) These instructions are for use when the unit is being started up for the first time, or after
prolonged shutdown. They are to be used in conjunction with the specific procedure
information in titled section, “Routine Operation.”
7. Start-Up Service
a) If start-up service has been included in the order, the factory should be contacted after
the installation has been successfully completed and approved by the client’s
representative or engineers. Where possible, contact the factory at least one week before
a Fulton service engineer is required on site.
b) All procedures covered in Operating Instruction sections “Start-Up Preparation” and
Filling the System,” including installation review, air testing of piping, pump alignment,
and filling the system must be completed before the service person’s arrival.
c) Depending on the size of the system and the amount of service time contracted for, start-
up service includes firing the heater, boiling out the system, checking, verifying and
adjusting all safety settings.