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Benchmark 2500 - 3000 Boilers
CHAPTER 2 – INSTALLATION
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16
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AERCO International, Inc.
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100 Oritani Dr.
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Blauvelt, NY 10913
OMM-0094_0E
03/20/2014
Ph.: 800-526-0288
GF-137
2.4 SITE PREPARATION
Ensure that the site selected for installation of the Benchmark 2500/3000 Boiler includes:
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Access to AC Input Power at 208 VAC, Three-Phase, 60 Hz @ 10 Amps OR 460 VAC,
Three-Phase, 60 Hz @ 5 Amps
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Access to Natural Gas line at a minimum pressure of 8 inches W.C. at gas flow for
2,500,000 BTU/hr energy input for the
BMK 2500
OR 3,000,000 BTU/hr energy input for
the
BMK 3000
.
2.4.1 Installation Clearances
The Benchmark Model 2500 and 3000 are packaged in an enclosure having identical exterior
dimensions. The unit must be installed with the prescribed clearances for service as shown in
Figure 2-1a. The minimum clearance dimensions, required by AERCO, are listed below.
However, if Local Building Codes require additional clearances, these codes shall supersede
AERCO’s requirements. Minimum acceptable clearances required are as follows:
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Sides: 24 inches
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Front : 24 inches
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Rear: 24 inches
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Top:
18 inches
All gas piping, water piping and electrical conduit or cable must be arranged so that they do not
interfere with the removal of any panels, or inhibit service or maintenance of the unit.
Figure 2-1a: Benchmark Boiler Model 2500 Clearances
NOTE
Ensure that
condensate
assembly is not
located over the
housekeeping pad.