Review 1

Question 1

When a boiler has an unsafe level of water, what device is electronically activated?

Answer 1

Fuel solenoid valve- which shuts off the fuel supply

Question 2

Soot Build up on Heating Surfaces _________.

Answer 2

Both increases the amount of fuel and blocks heat transfer

Question 3

If a substance has a pH level that is above 7 it is considered to be:

Answer 3

Basic

Question 4

The primary function of adding make-up water to a system is to:

Answer 4

Replenish water that has been lost and to supply enough water to keep the proper amount of steam flowing

Question 5

The pressure reducing valve (PRV) is used on a feedwater line when the domestic water supply is city water

Answer 5

True

Question 6

To summarize N.J.A.C. 12:90-8.20, the BBPVC may grant permission in case of an emergency for a period not to exceed 15 days for an unlicensed person to operate
a boiler.

Answer 6

True

Question 7

If the boiler continues to run after testing the LWCO, the operator shall stop the boiler.

Answer 7

True

Question 8

What is the statewide code which outlines the requirements to attain a boiler’s license in New Jersey?

Answer 8

New Jersey Administrative Code

Question 9

Impurities that increase the density of the boiler water are removed by:

Answer 9

both bottom and and surface blowdown

Question 10

Soot is an insulator and it blocks heat transfer

Answer 10

True

Question 11

How is the number of blowdowns determined by water chemistry?

Answer 11

The more impurities the more blowdowns must be performed

Question 12

If a substance has a pH level that is 7 it is considered?

Answer 12

Neutral

Question 13

A low water level in a steam boiler should activate _________immediately.

Answer 13

securing fuel to the boiler

Question 14

A vacuum pump is used to create negative pressure.

Answer 14

True

Question 15

After boiler repairs are made, installer/service verification of function testing must be completed.

Answer 15

True

Question 16

In NJ a form must be filled out by the boiler installer prior to operating a new unit.
The form is called

Answer 16

Installer/service verification of function testing and operation of controls and safety devices for all boilers

Question 17

All valves are not closed when completing a dry lay-up

Answer 17

False

Question 18

If you have a small steam leak in your plant, this is a state violation

Answer 18

True

Question 19

Sediment can be removed by performing a bottom blowdown

Answer 19

True

Question 20

The following is used to perform a steam boiler function test.

Answer 20

Safety valve

Question 21

Violations from the State of New Jersey have a maximum penalty of $6000.

Answer 21

False

Question 22

Should an incident occur in the boiler room, you must immediately contact the Chief Inspector in Trenton

Answer 22

True

Question 23

A boiler license is required when a low pressure steam boiler is rated 4,001 lbs/hr.

Answer 23

True

Question 24

A dirty sight glass in a steam boiler is a violation in the state of NJ

Answer 24

True

Question 25

An initial EOP (Emergency Operating permission) is good for 15 days only

Answer 25

True

Question 26

A(n) _________ draft fan is located after the furnace.

Answer 26

Induced

Question 27

Oxygen causes:

Answer 27

corrosion and pitting

Question 28

A boiler with very clean water does not require water treatment.

Answer 28

False

Question 29

In accordance with accepted practice, the type of valve located between the boiler and the safety valve must be a/an:

Answer 29

No valve

Question 30

Blowing down is most effective when the steam output is

Answer 30

at a low rate