Chapter 8 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

Figure: 8-22 Throat Tile

Throat Tile and Liner Installation

The furnace lining is shown in Figure 8-23. The throat tile must Figure: 8-23 Liner Tile
be installed to maintain an approximately 16” inside diameter,
and be centered in the furnace. Since the thickness of the
furnace metal varies with the boiler design pressure, a shim of
appropriate thickness must be used to compensate for the

COAT OR FILL THIS AREA USE 1/4” “CERAFORM” OR EQUAL

WITH MOTOR AND GASKET AS A FILLER TO OBTAIN 16” ± 1/8”
INSULATING CEMENT FURNACE ID OF THROAT TILE
(32-981)
FURNACE LINER TILE
(94-205)

BURNER
HOUSING

FURNACE

BOILER SHELL

Figure: 8-24 Furnace Liner Refractory - 400 to 800 hp

variance. A layer or two of insulating board or equal, or a bed
of refractory material, may be used to center the ring.
The liner tile can be fitted tightly against the furnace, since the
finished diameter is not critical.
It is recommended that the tile be dry-fitted, match-marked,
removed, and then reinstalled with the proper amount of
refractory cement. Thin joints (less than 1/16”) are desirable.
Generally, it will be necessary to shave a portion from one or
more tiles to obtain a fit. If a fill piece is required, cut it to fit
and install the piece at the bottom of the furnace.When
installing the housing, or the tile against the housing, liberally
coat the surface with refractory cement. Remove any cement
that is squeezed out.
Allow refractory to air dry as long as possible. If immediate
use is required, fire intermittently at a low rate for several
hours to thoroughly dry the refractory.
For detailed information, request Bulletin C10-5921 from
your local Cleaver-Brooks Representative.

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