GF-135
Esteem 399 Low NOx Boiler
Chapter 12
OMM-0089_0A
Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual Start-Up Procedures
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CHAPTER 12:
START-UP PROCEDURES
12.1 FINAL CHECKS BEFORE START-UP
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Read Chapter 10 regarding basic operation of the EZ-SETUP controller and refer to
Chapter 18 for initial installation and in-depth operation of the Boiler Management
System.
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Verify the Esteem 399 and the boiler system are full of water and all system components
are correctly set for operation, including the minimum flow rate through the boiler (see
Appendix A).
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Verify Start-up Preparation items outlined in Chapter 11 have been completed.
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Verify all electrical connections are correct and securely fastened.
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Inspect vent and combustion air piping for signs of deterioration from corrosion, physical
damage or sagging. Verify combustion air and vent piping are intact and correctly
installed and supported. Reference the Esteem boiler vent supplement.
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Verify burner configuration - Propane only.
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Check for proper labeling on the gas valve and the rating label for propane
configuration.
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If there is doubt on the burner configuration, remove the gas valve and check for
proper propane gas orifice size: 0.264” (6.7 mm) for Esteem 399 Low NOx boiler.
Refer to Figure 7-2 at the end of Chapter 7 for location of the propane gas orifice.
NOTE
For natural gas applications the Esteem 399 requires an orifice in
size of: 0.330” (8.6 mm)
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Ensure the vent Condensate Drain Assembly is filled with water.
12.2 ESTEEM START-UP
To start up the Esteem boiler, perform the following.
Starting Up the Esteem Boiler
1. Press the ON-OFF button located on the front control panel to the OFF position. Turn ON
the electrical supply/service to the unit.
2. Read and follow the Operating Instructions on the next page.
12.3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
(READ BEFORE OPERATING BOILER)
WARNING!
If you do not follow these instructions, a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
