Q. How often should it be blown out?

A. Three or four times a day.

A. How much grate surface do boiler makers allow per horse-power?

A. About two-thirds of a square foot.

Q. What is the steam dome of a boiler used for?

A. For dry steam to collect in.

Q. Of what use is a safety valve on a boiler?

A. To prevent overpressure.

Q. What is your duty with reference to it?