Burnham LEDV SERIES, Installation & Service Instructions Manual

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NOTICE
This boiler has a limited warranty, a copy of w hich is printed on the back of this manual.
It is the responsibility of the installing contractor to see that all controls are correctly installed
and are operating properly when the installation is complete. The warranty for this boiler is valid
only if the boiler has been installed, maintained and operated in accordance with these
instructions.
WARNING
Boiler materials of construction, products of combustion and the fuel contain alumina, silica,
he av y met als, c arbo n mon oxide, nit rogen oxides , a lde hyd es a nd/or othe r tox ic or harm ful
substances which can cause death or serious injury and which are known to the state of California
to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. A lways use proper safety clothing,
respirators and equipment when servicing or working nearby the boiler.
This boiler contains very hot water under high pressures. D o not unscrew any pipe fittings nor
attempt to disconnect any components of this boiler without positively assuring the water is cool
and has no pressure. Always wear protective clothing and equipment when installing, starting
up or servicing this boiler to prevent scald injuries. Do not rely on the pressure and temperature
gauges to determine the temperature and pressure of the boiler. This boiler contains components
which become very hot when the boiler is operating. Do not touch any components unless they
are cool.
This boiler must be properly vented and connected to an approved vent system in good condition.
Serious property damage could result if the boiler is connected to an unapproved vent system
.
This boiler needs fresh air for safe operation and must be installed so there are provisions for
adequate combustion and ventilation air.
The interior of the venting and air intake systems must be inspected and cleaned before the start
of the heating season and should be inspected periodically throughout the heating season for
any obstructions. C lean and unobstructed venting and air intake systems are necessary to allow
noxious fumes that could cause injury or loss of life to vent safely and will contribute toward
maintaining the boiler's efficiency.
This boiler is supplied with controls which may cause the boiler to shut down and not re-start
without service - If damage due to frozen pipes is a possibility, the heating system should
not be left unatttended in cold weather; or appropriate safeguards and alarms should be installed
on the heating system to prevent damage if the boiler is inoperative.
This boiler is designed to burn No. 2 fuel oil only. D o not use gasoline, crankcase drainings, or
any oil containing gasoline. Never burn garbage or paper in this boiler. Do not convert to any
solid fuel (i. e. wood, coal) or gaseous fuel (i. e. natural gas, LP/propane). All flammable debris,
rags, paper, wood scraps, etc., should be kept clear of the boiler at all times. Keep the boiler area
clean and free of fire hazards.
All boilers equipped w ith Burner Swing Door have a potential hazard which can cause severe
property damage, personal injury or loss of life if ignored. B efore opening sw ing door, turn off
service switch to boiler and disconnect tw o halves of Burner Swing Door Interlock wiring harness
to prevent accidental firing of burner outside the combustion chamber. Be sure to tighten swing
door fastener completely and reconnect two halves of Burner Swing Door Interlock when service
is completed.