BULLETIN FROM....

Fall 1996

BRRRRR....WINTER IS COMING!!!

Points to Remember

Combustion air mists to rooms with gas/oil appliances (Boilers/water heaters) must never be restricted and chimneys must be clear.

Spaces between and above the fins of any fintube boiler/water heater must be clean.

Rooftop make­up air inlet screens could frost up m winter (bridge with frost). This could cause buildings to have negative air untie exhaust fans naming. These should be checked regularly.

CARBON MONOXIDE MUST NOT BE ALLOWS TO STAY WIIEIIN THE BUILDING!

The question as to whether Carbon Monoxide detectors should be installed or not has come up recently. Although we cannot confirm effectiveness of any such device, we suggest the idea has a lot of merit and we would suggest consideration be given to installing detectors. Type and location of installation should be decided on merits of information obtained from knowledgeable authorizes..

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· Prevent freeing

· Check all areas of buildings for proper insulation

· Drain water from al coils, piping or vessels exposed to cold temperatures (if not in service) and, where necessary, use antifreeze.

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· Review operational and maintenance programs to confirm that the integrity of ad operating and safety controls/devices is being checked on a regular basis. These safety controls/devices must be tested a/o flushed regularly.

· Keep notes/records ­ they can be excellent indicators of developing problems. Operational & maintenance logs are important...read, examine and keep in touch with them.

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