Field Reference

Fired Heater
Operations

v2.0 · 2026

Overview

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01 · Fundamentals

○ Heat Transfer ○ Heater Types & Configurations ○ Combustion Theory ○ Fuel Systems ○ Burner Types & Operation ○ Draft & Airflow Control ✓ Knowledge Check

02 · Operations

○ Startup Procedure ○ Normal Operations ○ Planned Shutdown ○ Online / Offline Decoking ✓ Knowledge Check

03 · Abnormal Operations

○ Upset Recognition ○ Loss of Feed ○ Flame-out Response ○ Tube Failure / Leak ○ Emergency Shutdown ✓ Knowledge Check

04 · Safety Systems

○ Burner Management System ○ Safety Interlocks ○ Isolation & Permit-to-Work ○ Pre-Startup Safety Review ✓ Knowledge Check

05 · Performance

○ Thermal Efficiency ○ Emissions ○ Performance Monitoring ○ Troubleshooting Guide ✓ Knowledge Check

06 · Inspection & Maintenance

○ Inspection Checkpoints ○ Refractory Management ○ Tube Assessment ○ Burner Maintenance ✓ Knowledge Check

Reference

○ Operating Limits ○ Glossary

Calculators

◈ Thermal Efficiency ◈ Excess Air ◈ Tube Metal Temperature ◈ Heat Duty

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