Operating instructions

LOCATION
PROCEDURE 1—BEFORE YOU START
Complete all of the following prior to installing the boiler:
1. Check to be sure you have selected the right size boiler with the proper capacity. The I=B=R rating of the boiler selected should be greater
than or equal to the calculated peak heating load (heat loss) for the building or area(s) served by the boiler and associated hot water heating
systems. (See Fig. 2.) Any heat loss calculations used should be based on approved methods.
2. Boiler must be supplied with the proper oil supply and oil piping, sufficient fresh combustion air, and a suitable electrical supply.
3. Boiler must be connected to a suitable venting system and a piping system adequate to distribute the heating load.
4. A thermostat must be properly located and installed for control of the heating system.
If there are any doubts as the various requirements, check with local authorities and obtain professional help where needed. The Operation
Instructions, Final Checks and Adjustments and Maintenance sections in this manual are vital to the proper and safe operation of the heating
system. Take the time to be sure they are all done.
PROCEDURE 2—LOCATING THE BOILER
If boiler is part of a planned heating system, locate it as close as possible to where it is shown on plan. If boiler is to be part of an existing system,
it is usually best to put it where the old one was. If location is to be changed, additional materials as well as an adequate base will be required.
The following rules apply:
1. The boiler must be level.
2. Use a raised base if floor can become wet or damp.
3. These boilers must have a non-combustible base if installed on a combustible floor. 2-in. concrete patio blocks or a 2-in. Cladlite™ pad
may be used.
4. The vent pipe connection should be as short as possible.
5. Maintain clearances for fire safety as well as servicing. Refer to Fig. 3 for minimum clearances. An 18-in. clearance must be maintained
at a side where passage is required to access another side for cleaning, servicing, inspection, or replacement of any parts that normally may
require such attention. Boilers must be installed at least 6-in. from combustible materials on all sides and above. Allow at least 24-in. front
clearance for servicing. Allow at least 18-in. right-side clearance for servicing boilers equipped with a tankless coil.
6. Fresh air for combustion must be available at front of boiler. Fresh air for ventilation must be available to front AND rear of boiler. Air
passages must be free of obstructions at all times. Ventilating and combustion air must enter boiler room without restrictions.
7. Be sure installation is in accordance with the requirements of local authorities having jurisdiction. Compliance with these regulations is
required. In the absence of local codes, follow NFPA 31—Installation of Oil Burning Equipment.
INSTALLATION
PROCEDURE 1—INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Refer to Fig. 4 for the basic requirements of a typical installation.
NOTE: Always keep manual fuel supply valve shut off if burner is shut down for an extended period of time.
PROCEDURE 2—FRESH AIR FOR COMBUSTION
WARNING: Be sure to provide enough fresh air for combustion. Enough air ensures proper combustion and
ASSURES THAT NO HAZARD WILL DEVELOP DUE TO LACK OF OXYGEN. Failure to follow this warning can cause a fire,
personal injury, or death.
CAUTION: Air for combustion must not be contaminated by halogen compounds, which include fluoride, chloride,
bromide, and iodide. These elements are found in aerosol sprays, detergents, bleaches, cleaning solvents, salts, air
fresheners, and other household products. Excessive exposure to contaminated combustion air will result in safety and
performance related problems.
Fig. 3—Minimum Clearance Dimensions
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24″ MIN
6″
6″ MIN
6″ MIN
18″ WITH COIL
BOILER
FRONT
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