6.2
Function test with tester (can be performed with any tank
level)
KAV
Basic information for function test with tester
Fig. 6: System overview and tester
Assuming that the filter cup is usually the lowest point of the line, the
following criterion must be met for anti-siphon protection:
[p
Gauge
p
is directly indicated by the pressure gauge of the tester.
Gauge
p
corresponds to the hydrostatic oil column when the tank is com-
g,max
pletely filled; it is determined as follows:
p
g,max
p
corresponds to the hydrostatic oil column with the current level; it
3
is determined as follows:
p
3
h
and h
may have to be determined at the system using a rul-
max
3
er/yardstick.
– p
+ p
] < 0
g,max
3
= 0.084 bar/m x h
= 0.084 bar/m x h
1 KAV
2 Maximum liquid level
3 Tank level above filter
cup (usually lowest
point of the system)
4
Fuel oil de-aerators
5
Fuel oil consumer
6
Tester
max
3
Maintenance
13