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INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Blowdown Vessels
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
I Warnings & Cautions Explained III
II Warnings & Cautions In Manual III
III Regulations IV
SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION
1.1 General 1
1.2 Technical Data 1
1.3 Product Overview 1
SECTION 2 - INSTALLATION
2.1 General 5
2.2 Pre-Installation 5
2.2.1 Receiving Inspection 5
2.2.2 Siting 6
2.3 BDV Pipework Connections 6
2.3.1 Vent Connection 6
2.3.2 Discharge Connection 8
2.3.3 Blowdown Inlet Connections 8
2.3.4 Drain Connections 8
2.3.5 Blowdown After Cooler Connections 9
2.4 PipingSpecications 10
2.5 Insulation 10
SECTION 3 - MAINTENANCE
3.1 Visual Checks 11
3.2 Hydraulic Testing 11
3.3 Recommended Water Conditions 11
3.4 Blowdown Vessel Internal Inspection 12
3.5 Fitting New Gaskets To Inspection Holes 12
3.5.1 Important Information 12
3.5.2 Fitting Procedure 13
APPENDIX A - TI SHEETS
 BlowdownVesselDimensions&Specication 16
Typical Blowdown Layout Vertical Fuel Fired 18
Blowdown After Cooling System 20
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SAFETY
The instructions provided for the operation and maintenance of the boiler MUST be observed. Failure to do so could result in
damage to the boiler and serious personal injury.
For your safety!
The following WARNINGS, CAUTIONS and NOTES appear in various sections of this manual.
• WARNINGS must be observed to prevent serious
injury or death to personnel.
• CAUTIONS must be observed to prevent damage
or destruction of equipment or loss of operating
effectiveness.
• Notes: must be observed for essential and
effective operating procedures, conditions and as
a statement to be highlighted.
It is the responsibility and duty of all personnel involved
in the operation and maintenance of this equipment
to fully understand the WARNINGS, CAUTIONS and
NOTES by which hazards are to be eliminated or
reduced.
Personnel must become familiar with all aspects
of safety and equipment prior to operation or
maintenance of the equipment.
I WARNINGS & CAUTIONS EXPLAINED
II WARNINGS & CAUTIONS IN MANUAL
WARNING
Blowdown vessels are a potential hazard, possibly fatal
if not properly maintained.
Blowdown vessels reach high temperatures but MUST
NOT be insulated.
Suitable guards should be installed where deemed
necessary to prevent injury.
Do not try to do repairs or any other maintenance work
you do not understand. Obtain a service manual from
Fulton Ltd or call a Fulton service engineer.
LIFTING EQUIPMENT
Make sure that lifting equipment complies with all local
regulations and is suitable for the job. You can be
injured if you use faulty lifting equipment. Make sure the
lifting equipment is in good condition.
Non-approvedmodicationscancauseinjuryand
damage. Contact your Fulton dealer before modifying
the boiler.
Onlyqualiedpersonsshouldbeallowedto
operateandmaintaintheboileranditsequipment.
Boilers should always be drained through an approved
blowdown vessel.
Never attempt to operate equipment that has failed to
pass all the safety checks.
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WARNING
When opening any drains on the equipment or piping
system, steps should be taken to avoid scalding/
burningofpersonnelduetohotuids.Whenever
possible, the system should be cooled prior to opening
any drains.
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CAUTION
Obey all laws and local regulations which affect you
and your boiler.
It is vitally important that the instructions given in this
manual are strictly adhered to. Failure to carry out the
routine maintenance checks could result in a drastic
reduction in the life expectancy of the blowdown vessel.
Blowdown pipework is subject to very rapid increases
in temperature and pressure resulting in high levels of
mechanical and thermal stress.
It is therefore very important that blowdown pipework
is designed correctly using the correct materials, with
suitable brackets to allow for expansion.
The blowdown vessel should never be used for boiler
blowdown when empty.
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CAUTION
Blowdown pipework is positioned where operatives can
easily come into contact with hot surfaces.
Always insulate pipework where this possibility exists
and /or display suitable notices warning of the danger.
Failure to comply with recommended water conditions
will invalidate the Guarantee on your Blowdown vessel.
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III REGULATIONS
Observe the following when working on this system:
• Workonelectricalequipmentmustonlybecarriedoutbyaqualiedelectrician.
• All legal instructions regarding the prevention of accidents,
• All legal instructions regarding environmental protection,
• The Code of Practice of relevant trade associations,
• AllcurrentsafetyregulationsasdenedbyDIN,EN,DVGW,TRGI,TRF,VDEandalllocallyapplicable
standards.
CAUTION
HYDRAULIC TEST - RISK OF BRITTLE FRACTURE
Hydraulic testing requires specialist equipment and
is normally only required by engineering surveyors /
inspectors. In order to ensure the material/ pressure
vessel does not suffer from brittle fracture, hydraulic
testing should not be carried out below 7 °C.
!
CAUTION
In case of emergency
This blowdown vessel has been designed and constructed to meet all of the essential requirements of the applicable
European Directives and subject to proper maintenance should not give occasion to any hazardous conditions.
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The Pressure System Safety Regulations 2000
Fulton blowdown vessels fall within the scope of the Pressure Systems Examination Scheme.
Regular inspections are therefore required by a competent person.
The scope of the examination and the actual intervals between examinations is at the discretion of the competent
person.
It is the responsibility of the user to provide a written scheme of examination for those parts of the system in which
a defect may give rise to danger.
Instructions in this manual are provided for the safe operation and maintenance of the blowdown vessels and do
not cover periodic statutory inspections.
For further information contact:
(a) SAFed
SAFETY ASSESSMENT FEDERATION Limited.
Nutmeg House,
60 Gainsford Street,
Butlers Wharf,
London, SE1 2NY.
(b) HealthandSafetyExecutivelocalofce.
(c) Your Competent Person.
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SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION
1.1 GENERAL
Fulton blowdown vessels are designed to BS EN 13445:2014, and have full compliance with
PM60 and the requirements of the European Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU. They
are intended to reduce the pressure of the blowdown discharge to atmospheric pressure, and to
reduce the discharge to drain to an acceptable temperature.
The energy released by the high temperature and pressure from the boiler blowdown valve(s)
isseparatedintoashsteam,whichisdischargedtoatmosphere,andhotwater/efuentwhich
is discharged to drain. The standing water volume within the vessel is sized to accommodate a
normalblowdown,suchaswouldberequiredtotesttheboilerwaterlevelcontrolsbetweenrst
& second low water, or a 5% main blowdown rate, while limiting the discharge temperature to that
required by water authority by-laws.
1.2 TECHNICAL DATA
ForafullspecicationrefertoAppendix A - TI-119-Blowdown Vessels Dimensions &
Specication.
1.3 PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Prior to shipment, the following inspections and tests are made to ensure the highest standards of
manufacturing for our customers:
• Material inspections
• Manufacturing process inspections
• Hydrostatic test inspection
• Operating test
• Crating inspection
This manual is provided as a guide to the correct operation and maintenance of your Fulton
equipment, and should be read in its entirety and be made permanently available to the staff
responsible for the operation of the boiler. It should not, however, be considered as a complete
code of practice, nor should it replace existing codes or standards which may be applicable.
Fulton reserves the right to change any part of this installation and maintenance manual.
Installationandmaintenanceofthisequipmentcanbehazardousandrequirestrained,qualied
installers and service personnel. Trained personnel are responsible for the installation, operation,
and maintenance of this product, and for the safety assurance of installation, operation, and
maintenance processes. Do not install, operate, service or repair any component of this
equipmentunlessyouarequaliedandfullyunderstandallrequirementsandprocedures.
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Figure. 1 - Blowdown Vessel Range
BDV2 BDV5-7BDV3/4
The blowdown vessel is not intended to cool the discharge to a safe temperature when the boiler
is drained completely at full pressure, or when continuous or intermittent blowdown systems are
used. Under these circumstances an after cooler system should be used together with blowdown
procedures designed to prevent high temperature discharge to drain.
Fulton blowdown vessels are designed for a maximum working temperature of 150 °C and a
minimum working temperature of 5 °C. They are not intended for use in locations where the
ambient temperature is likely to be below 5 °C.
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Description Comments
ASerialnumber UniquenumbergiventoeachFultonblowdownvesselforidentication
B Model Name of product
C Product Group Type of product
D Year of manufacture Year that the product was made (not year it was sold or commissioned)
ENotiedBody AnotiedbodyisanentitythathasbeenaccreditedbyaMemberState
to assess whether a product to be placed on the market meets certain
preordained standards
F CE marking European Conformity - mandatory conformity marking for certain products
sold/manufactured within the European Economic Area
G Date of test This is the date of the hydraulic testing
H Capacity Internal space of blowdown vessel
K Design pressure The pressure used in the design calculations
MMaximumallowable
pressure Maximum safe pressure the vessel has been designed to operate at
N Test pressure The pressure the vessel was tested to during hydraulic testing
P Design Temp Max The max temperature used in the design calculations
Q Design Temp Min The min temperature used in the design calculations
RManufacturedby Company that manufactured the product
S Design code British standard (BS) used to design and manufacture the product
Figure. 2 - Blowdwon Vessel ID Plate (typical)
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
K
M
N
P
Q
R
S
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2.1 GENERAL
Onlysuitablyqualiedandcompetentpersonsshouldundertaketheinstallationofsteam,
condensate and blowdown equipment.
In the UK, the installation should be carried out to the requirements of HSE Guidance Note PM60
and BS EN 13480:2017 “Metallic industrial piping”.
SECTION 2 - INSTALLATION
2.2 PRE-INSTALLATION
Prior to delivery of the vessel, consideration should be given to the following:
(Planning regulations may call for more consents than those listed below, always check with your
Local Planning Authority).
A. Local Planning consents where appropriate.
B. Consideration given to access for delivery and positioning of the vessel.
C. Preparation of a suitable base, which must be able to support the total weight of the system
under operating conditions.
The locations of services to the site required for the system, under operating conditions.
D. Drainage system, check the suitability of the drainage system.
E. Local regulations for discharge into existing drains.
F. Safe access to the plant when installation is complete.
The customer should examine the equipment for any damage. It is the responsibility of the installer
toensureallpartssuppliedwiththeequipmentarettedinacorrectandsafemanner.
2.2.1 RECEIVING INSPECTION
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2.2.2 SITING
The blowdown vessel should not be sited close to walk ways or any position where the general
public could gain access.
It should not be located where:-
• There is a risk of freezing.
• In areas where the noise and possible vibration caused by blowdown will have a detrimental
effect.
• Where the vent connection route to outside the building is too long or necessitates many
changes in direction.
Reference should be made to AppendixA-TI-119-BDVDimensions&Specicationto
ascertain the relevant dimensions and weights.
Theooringmustbelevel,laidinanon-combustiblematerialandbeofsufcientstrengthto
support the vessel.
The vent connection and discharge from the vessel are sized to comply with the requirements of
(UK) HSE Guidance Note PM60 and should not be reduced.
The vent should be run to a position outside the boiler house at high level away from areas where
pedestrians may have to walk directly below the discharge point.
A blowdown exhaust head should always be used to reduce the level of condensate that is
dischargedwiththeashsteam.
The vent connection should not be joined to vents or discharge pipes from other equipment,
e.g. safety valve, or feedwater tank vent.
2.3 BDV PIPEWORK CONNECTIONS
2.3.1 VENT CONNECTION
WARNING
Failure to provide required and safe access to the equipment could impede commissioning and maintenance.
Service technicians are instructed not to commence commissioning if hazardous conditions exist.
!
For connection sizes, refer to AppendixA-TI-119-BDVDimensions&Specication.
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Figure. 3 - Typical Blowdown Vessel Layout Arrangement
Drain
Main Blowdown Inlet
Auxiliary Blowdown Inlet
Vent Connection
Discharge Connection
Drain Connection
Cooling Water
Injector Connection
Cooling Water
Sensor Connection
Pressure Gauge (not
supplied as standard)
Condensate Drain
(piped to low level)
Condensate
Drain 20 mm (3/4 in.)
Blowdown Exhaust Head
Exhaust vent pipe
Handhole
Handhole
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2.3.3 BLOWDOWN INLET CONNECTIONS
2.3.2 DISCHARGE CONNECTION
The discharge from the blowdown vessel should not normally exceed 43 °C when level control
testingbetweenrstandsecondlowwater,orformainblowdownratesnotexceeding5%ofthe
boiler water capacity. Where blowdown rates higher than this are anticipated a cooling system
should be used to prevent excess temperatures being discharged into the drain.
UK - Discharge temperature into public drains must not exceed 43 °C as stated in the Water
Industry Act 1991.
Fulton blowdown vessels are provided with three blowdown inlet connections: 1 x Main boiler
blowdown and 2 x Auxiliary blowdowns. Inlet manifolds are available for multi-boiler application.
In the UK, the permitted arrangements for single and multi boiler blowdown pipework installations
are covered by HSE Guidance Note PM60.
Blowdown pipework should never be smaller than the bore of the blowdown valve supplied with
the boiler.
CAUTION
Discharge temperatures reaching 100 °C could occur in a fault condition (i.e. loss of cooling water
supply) or as a result of human error.
Damage could occur where plastic drainage systems are used.
Procedurestopreventhightemperaturedischargeswhenblowingdownordrainingahotboilershould
berigorouslyapplied.
!
WARNING
BlowdownvesselsreachhightemperaturesbutMUSTNOTbeinsulated.
Suitableguardsshouldbeinstalledwheredeemednecessarytopreventinjury.
!
CAUTION
Blowdownpipeworkissubjecttoveryrapidincreasesintemperatureandpressureresultinginhigh
levels of mechanical and thermal stress.
Itisthereforeveryimportantthatblowdownpipeworkisdesignedcorrectlyusingthecorrectmaterials,
withsuitablebracketstoallowforexpansion.
Blowdown pipework is positioned where operatives can easily come into contact with hot surfaces.
Alwaysinsulatepipeworkwherethispossibilityexistsand/ordisplaysuitablenoticeswarningofthe
danger.
!
Theblowdownvesselshouldbettedwithadrainvalve(availableonrequest)whichcanbe
either locked and piped permanently to drain, or plugged. The drain connection is there to drain
thevesselforinspectionand/orsludgeremoval.Thevesselshouldberelledwithcoldwater
prior to use.
2.3.4 DRAIN CONNECTIONS
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Main
Steam
Valve
Water
Level
Control
Column
(valves omitted
for clarity)
Water
Level
Sight
Gauges
(valves omitted
for clarity) Feedwater
Pump
Mains Gas In
Main Gas
Valve
SAMPLE
COOLER
BLOWDOWN
VESSEL
AFTER COOLING SYSTEM
Blowdown
Exhaust Head
Mains Cooling
Water In
Mains Cooling
Water Out
CAUTION
Blowdown water
is required to
be cooled
to 43◦C before
entering
public drains (UK).
Mains Cooling
Water In
Main Blowdown
and Boiler Drain
TDS SYSTEM
VERTICAL STEAM BOILER
CAUTION
Theblowdownvesselshouldneverbeusedforboilerblowdownwhenempty.
!
Figure. 4 - Typical Boiler Blowdown Vessel and Ancillary Equipment Layout
Theblowdownvesselhas2connectionstotanaftercoolersystem,oneconnectionisforthe
sensor and one is for the injector.
After-cooling systems are automatically controlled by a temperature sensor located in the
blowdown vessel, mains water is injected into the vessel when a pre-set temperature is reached
to cool down the contents.
For more information on the Blowdown Aftercooler, please refer to the Fulton technical information
sheets, included in this manual (Appendix A - TI-40 BlowdownAfterCoolingSystems).
2.3.5 BLOWDOWN AFTER COOLER CONNECTIONS
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2.4 PIPING SPECIFICATIONS
For piping the basic considerations are: the design temperature, the pressure retained by the
pipe,theuidinthepipe,theloadresultingfromthermalexpansionorcontraction,impactor
shock loads imparted (such as water hammer, external loads, wind loads and vibration from
equipment).
Adhere to the following:
1. The arrangement of the piping must take into consideration the location of other structures and
equipment adjacent to the piping. The potential for freezing interference and/or damage as a
result of expansion, contraction, vibration, or other movements must be factored.
2. Valvesareusedinpipingsystemstostopandstarttheowofuids,toregulateow,to
preventbackow,andtorelieveexcessivepressurebuild-upinthepiping.Consideration
should be given to the appropriate location and orientation of valves necessary for safe
operation and isolation of the piping.
3. All piping and piping components used should be suitable for the design temperatures,
pressureanduidusedinthesystem.
4. During the installation, ensure that no dirt, water, or residue from welding is left in the system.
5. Expansion joints or properly designed and sited expansion loops should be provided to
accommodate thermal expansion. Thermal expansion should be calculated using the
maximumpossibleutilizationuidtemperature.Steelpipewillexpandapproximately1mmper
meter over 100 °C rise.
6. Supports and anchors must be provided for all pipes, as necessary, to prevent undue stresses
from being placed on equipment, including pumps, valves, and the boiler. Supports and
anchors which will not interfere with thermal expansion should be chosen. The equipment
should never be used or considered as an anchor.
No additional loads should be applied to any factory connection.
7. Gasketsmustbeusedtomakeallangedconnections.Gasketmaterialmustbesuitablefor
usewiththepressure,temperatureanduidinthesystem.Ensurethatallboltsaretightened
evenly and to the torque recommended values provided by the gasket manufacturer.
2.5 INSULATION
Note: It is recommended that for inspection and maintenance, anges, valves and ttings be left uninsulated but
suitably shielded for safety.
Adhere to the following:
1. Blowdown vessels should not be insulated.
2. Equipment should be insulated with material suitable for the application and temperatures
expected.
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3.1 VISUAL CHECKS
CAUTION
HYDRAULIC TEST - RISK OF BRITTLE FRACTURE
!
Visually check for leaks paying particular attention to the inspection opening gasket.
When replacing the inspection opening cover it is important that a new gasket is used.
3.2 HYDRAULIC TESTING
Hydraulic testing requires specialist equipment and is normally only required by engineering
surveyors/inspectors. The material that the vessel is manufactured from has not been impact
tested, as it is not a requirement of the construction standard. In order to ensure the material/
pressure vessel does not suffer from brittle fracture hydraulic testing should not be carried out
below 7 °C.
SECTION 3 - MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
Failure to comply with recommended water conditions will invalidate the Guarantee on your
Blowdown vessel.
!
3.3 RECOMMENDED WATER CONDITIONS
For recommended water conditions, refer to manufacturers boiler manual or contact the boiler
manufacturer.
Fulton blowdown vessels are open vented atmospheric vessels with no moving parts or controls.
The only maintenance required is visual checks and an annual statutory inspection.
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3.4 BLOWDOWN VESSEL INTERNAL INSPECTION
The hand hole should be removed
after one month of operation and
the interior of the blowdown vessel
thoroughly examined. If scale or
sludge build-up is observed, it should
be removed and the water treatment
supplier advised.
Newgasketsmustbettedevery
time a hand hole is removed (see
Section 3.5 - Fitting New Gaskets To
Inspection Holes).
Subsequent interior examinations
should be carried out on a regular
basis until satisfactory conditions are
observed.
Hand Hole Cover Plate
Gasket
Crab
Figure. 5 - Hand Hole
3.5 FITTING NEW GASKETS TO INSPECTION HOLES
3.5.1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
TheblowdownvesselisttedwithTOPOG-Egasketsinalloftheinspectionholes.Thesegaskets
work very well and millions have been safely used over the last 30 years, however, it is absolutely
essential to observe a few simple rules in order to get the best performance from your installation.
Elastomeric Vulcanizates, which form the basis of TOPOG-E gaskets, undergo degradation
from many sources including heat, oxygen, stress, and overdosing from certain types of water
treatment. This takes the form of material oxidation, hardening/embrittlement and cracking which
may result in gasket failure. Steps must be taken to minimise the effects of such attacks.
Water treatment and oxygen attack can be minimised by ensuring that the gasket is aligned
correctly so that only the extreme edges of the gasket are exposed. If a new gasket leaks after
ttingthisisalmostcertainlyduetoincorrectseatingoralignment.Assuchgasketsarevery
exibleitispossibletocuretheleakbyexcessivetightening,butsuchanactionwillseriously
reduce the life of the gasket and cause problems later.
Gentlewarmingofthevesselatrstuseaftermaintenancewillalsohelptoensurethattherubber
‘cures to shape’. If the rubber post-cures, the elastic memory will be destroyed and any initial
over tightening will cause the gasket to become hardened and embrittled, leading to cracks and
eventual failure.
CAUTION
TOPOG-Egaskethaveanitelifeafterinstallationandmustberenewedannually.
It is important that the instructions given in this section are adhered to.
!
WARNING
Blowdownvesselsreachhightemperaturesandshouldbedrainedandcooledbeforetheremoval
of hand holes.
!
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MAINTENANCE - 3
3.5.2 FITTING PROCEDURE
Drain the vessel completely and examine all inspection holes. If any leakage is evident, proceed
as follows:
1. Disassemble the crab and cover plate and remove the inspection hole assembly.
Remove the old gasket and thoroughly clean the mating faces of the cover plate and vessel
ring.
2. Place the new Topog-E gasket on the cover plate, ensure the gasket is the correct size and is
seatingatagainsttheplate.Donotuseanygrease,lubricantoradhesive.Ifthenewgasket
is not seated properly before the plate is tightened, the gasket may be pinched causing a
failure when the pressure builds up.
3. Position the cover plate in the vessel ring, ensuring that the plate is correctly centred.
An off centre cover plate can concentrate forces on the gasket and cut it in two. The cover
plate may also drag on the vessel hole ring and fail to seal as the pressure rises.
Setthecrabandhandtightenthesecuringnut(s)sufcientlytoprovideasnugt. 
Tighten the nuts a further quarter of a turn using a spanner. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
Note: Ensure the gasket is aligned correctly so that only the extreme edges are exposed to water treatment or
oxygen attack. If the gasket is misaligned, over tightening to seal a leak will not prevent subsequent leakage at a
later date.
4. Ifthegasketleaksduringpressurebuild-up,tightenthesecuringnut(s)sufcientlyonlytostop
the leakage.
Note: New gaskets tted to inspection holes located along the bottom of the vessel are more difcult to install
without leaking. Small particles of scale or sand tend to run down on the mating surfaces after cleaning but prior
to assembling. This condition is likely to have occurred if excess tightening is required to stop a leak before
warming the vessel. In this event, the best course of action is to drain the vessel and repeat the gasket tting
procedure. Failure to do so will severely reduce the life of the gasket.
COVER PLATE AND
GASKET IN PLACE CORRECT
PLACEMENT DO NOT
OVER-COMPRESS
GASKET
COVER PLATE
NOT IN CENTRE
Figure. 6 - Fitting a New Topog-E Gasket
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APPENDIX - A
APPENDIX A - TI SHEETS
The Fulton blowdown vessels manual refers to TI sheets. These TI sheets can be found in this
Appendix.
Note: The TI sheets in this appendix can be updated/replaced without revising the manuals issue number. To
check you have the most up to date TI sheet, please check the downloads section on the Fulton website
(www.fulton.co.uk/support/downloads) or consult Fulton Ltd.
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APPENDIX - A
Blowdown Vessels
Dimensions & Specication
Technical Information
Sheet No. 119 Issue 7
Page 1 of 2
* Cooling water injector: BDV3/4 has 2 optional positions for this connection
Fulton Blowdown vessels are manufactured to BS EN 13445:2014 and designed to reduce the pressure of the
blowdown discharge from the boiler to atmospheric pressure, and also reduce the blowdown discharge to drain to
acceptable temperatures for compliance to water bylaws.
Dimensions
M
C
E
B
FH2 KLJ
AD
COOLING
WATER SENSOR
(SOCKET 30°)
HAND HOLE 45°
30°
COOLING
WATER INJECTOR*
BF
H1 JK
M
C
E
AD
BDV2 BDV3/4 BDV5-7
PRESSURE
GAUGE
G D
G1
BL
MF
H1 JKNC
E
A
PRESSURE
GAUGE
H1 H2 H2
L
MODEL: BDV 2 3/4 5/7
AShell Diameter 273 457 610
BVent Height 985 1480 2075
CDischarge Height 615 910 1215
DDischarge Depth to Centre of Vessel 250 350 400
EDrain Height 233 382 329
FMain Blowdown Height 800 1200 1580
GMain Blowdown Depth to Centre of
Vessel - 305 400
G1 Distance Between Blowdown Inlets - 320 400
H1 1st Auxiliary Blowdown Height 700 1200 1580
H2 2nd Auxiliary Blowdown Height 600 1135 1455
JHandhole Height Size: 102 x 76 360 990 1280 (x 2)
KCooling Water Sensor Height 510 550 1055
LCooling Water Injector Height 435 650 / 1384 1957
MPressure Gauge Height 820 1384 1957
NTemperature Gauge Height - - 955
Note: Dimensions mm
Note: Dimensions are approximate and only intended as a guide to aid installation.
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