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IM-BW4-5-02
[240013014 Rev. B [12/15/2020]
Complete Prior To Installing Boiler
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A.
Verify you have selected the right size boiler with
proper capacity. AHRI rating of boiler selected
should be greater than or equal to calculated peak
heating load (heat loss) for building or area(s)
served by boiler and associated hot water heating
systems. See boiler rating and capacity table
previously listed in this manual. Any heat loss
calculations used should be based on approved
methods.
B.
Boiler must be supplied with proper oil supply
and oil piping, sufficient fresh combustion air, and
suitable electrical supply.
C. Boiler must be connected to suitable venting system
and piping system adequate to distribute heating
load.
D. Properly locate and install thermostat for heating
system control.
Any doubts as to requirements, check with local authorities
and obtain professional help where needed. OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS, FINAL CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS, and
MAINTENANCE sections in this manual are vital to the
proper and safe operation of the heating system.
1.
Place boiler in location centralized with the piping system
and as close to chimney as possible.
2.
Boiler must be level. If necessary use metal shims
beneath boiler’s feet.
3.
Use raised base if floor can become wet or damp.
4.
Maintain clearances for fire safety as well as servicing.
18” clearance must be maintained at side where
passage is required for access to another side for
cleaning, servicing, inspection or replacement of any
parts that may normally require attention. Install
boilers at least 6” from combustible material on left
side, rear, and above, and at least 24” on right side
and front. Allow at least 24” accessiblity clearance
above for servicing.
5.
Fresh air for combustion must be available at front of
the 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.
WARNING
Fire hazard. Do not install boiler directly on
combustible flooring or carpeting. Failure to follow
these instructions could result in death or serious
injury.
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6.
Floor supporting boiler shall be noncombustible
and stable. Boiler is permitted to be placed over
combustible floor provided the floor is protected in
accordance with the requirements of accepted building
code practice and approved by the Authority Having
Jurisdiction. In absence of local codes, follow NFPA-31
Standard for the Installation of Oil-Burning Equipment
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7.
Installation shall be in accordance with the
requirements of the local authorities having
jurisdiction. Compliance with these regulations is
required. In the absence of local codes, follow
NFPA 31
Installation of Oil Burning Equipment
, latest revision.
LOCATING THE BOILER
Figure 2 - Clearances
BOILER CLEARANCES
Unit
Combustible
Clearance
Accessibility,
Cleaning, and
Servicing
Flue to
Combustible
Clearance
Top
6”
24”
9”
Left Side
6”
6”
Right Side
24”
24”
Base
non-combustible non-combustible
Front
24”
24”
Back
6”
6”
All distances measured from the cabinet of the boiler.
24” Min.
6”
Min.
6”
Min.
24” Min.
Front
(Burner
Side)
