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The Locomotive (1867)

Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company · Hartford, Ct. : Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Co · leaf 478

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rpressures, small drums and relatively large blow-off pipes result ina considerable drop in the water level, so that care must be taken toprevent uncovering tubes or portions of the drums exposed to the hotgases. This can readily be prevented by stationing an attendant atthe gauge glass to give… … Boiler Burned and Ruptured as a Result of Low Water. The Blow-Off on This Boiler Was Found Open When the Debris Was Being Cleared Away After the Accident. Should the blow-off valve become clogged, it is well to have anattendant ready to start drawing the fires if the boiler is in operation.Where…

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