Kansas Administrative Regulations
Agency 49 - DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Article 52 - LOW PRESSURE HEATING BOILERS
Section 49-52-9 - Water gauge glasses

Universal Citation: KS Admin Regs 49-52-9

Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 12, March 20, 2024

(a) Each steam boiler shall have one or more water gauge glasses attached to the water column or boiler by means of valved fittings. The lower fitting shall be provided with a drain valve of the straightway type with an opening not less than 1/4 inch in diameter to facilitate cleaning. Gauge glass replacement shall be possible while the boiler is under pressure.

(b) Transparent material, other than glass, may be used for the water gauge if the material has proven suitable for the pressure, temperature, and corrosive conditions encountered in service.

(c) Guage glasses shall be installed to show a water level in the boiler at or above the lowest permissible level as defined by the manufacturer of the boiler, and the low water cutoffs shall be installed accordingly.

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