Alternate Heating COAL GUN S1000, Installation And Operator'S Manual

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BOILER INSTALLATION
BOILER LOCATION
Wood & Coal Burning Boilers are designed to
radiate as much heat as possible, but this heat
can be dangerous if the boiler is improperly
installed.
CAUTION:
A building fire could be
started if the boiler is
installed too close to walls,
furniture, carpet or draperies.
The boiler must stand on a noncombustible
material such as brick, stone tile or concrete.
NEVER place a boiler directly on a wood floor.
The noncombustible material upon which the
boiler stands should extend at least 12 inches
beyond the base of the boiler in the rear and on
the sides and at least 36 inches in front. The
boiler must be installed in an area dedicated to
the boiler and its related equipment. This area
must be partitioned or separated from any living
area of a residence. The room must have a
constant fresh air supply to assure proper
combustion of the fuel as well as ventilation of
any by-products of combustion.
Boiler Room Requirements
1. The room should be well lighted and
should have a source of emergency light.
2. A convenient water supply should be
available for boiler flushing and to clean the
boiler room floor.
3. Unobstructed floor drains.
4. A boiler must not be installed where there
is the possibility of the accumulation of
explosive vapors.
5. Must have adequate air supply, which
must be kept clear at all times. Since the
combustion process requires a supply of air
at all times, it is essential that provisions are
made to supply adequate air to the boiler
room. This air supply is necessary to insure
complete combustion and venting of any
gases or smoke that would be emitted from
this solid fuel-burning boiler in case boiler
malfunctions.
Note: Ventilation fans in the boiler and fuel
storage rooms must not create negative
pressure, as this would adversely affect
boiler operation. This applies at the room
location of the intake end of the auger as
well
6. Electrical disconnect at point of entrance to
boiler room.
7. Walls and ceiling must be of fire-rated
construction. Consult local or state codes for
requirements.
RIGGING AND POSITIONING
OF BOILER
Do not attempt to move or off-load the boiler
without the aid of a crane or dolly. All
Alternate Heating Systems boilers have at least
one lifting lug in the center of the top. On some
units lifting lugs in the front and rear are
provided. Use caution whenever moving a
boiler. When choosing the equipment to move
and/or position the boiler, always be sure of the
load rating on the equipment prior to use.
A ratchet puller (come along) device may be
needed to move a boiler where the ground level
changes in elevation. AHS suggests that
professional movers should be used in any
unpredictable situation. This is to prevent
damage to the product, facility and to eliminate
the potential for bodily injury.
Once on the floor level where it will be installed
the unit may be rolled on pipe or may be moved