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Installation
I GENERAL
This Series hot water steel boilers are high quality oil fired heating units. The installation of the unit
shall be in accordance with state and local regulations. Refer to local Installation Codes for Oil
Burning Equipment, for recommended installation practice.
II FREIGHT CLAIMS
All units should be inspected for damage upon arrival. Concealed damage claims should be filed
immediately against the carrier by the consignor. The carrier is responsible for taking prompt action on
all claims.
III SIZING
Replacement boilers should not be sized from the firing rate of the old boiler; a DOE sponsored study
indicated 65% of the heating units in U.S. homes are substantially oversized. A complete heat loss
calculation of the structure is necessary to choose the proper size unit to install. The boiler should be
sized to within 25% of the actual calculated heat loss of the structure. Over sizing will result in short
cycling and inefficient operation.
IV BOILER LOCATION
A) Boiler to be installed in a level position with clearances in accordance with NFPA 31 Table 10.6.1.
STANDARD CLEARANCES
Model
LV 75/100/110
LV125/135/150
Front
12"
24"
Sides
12"
6"
Rear
2"
6"
Chimney Connector
2"
18"
Floor
Approved for installation on
combustible flooring.
B) Reduced clearance installations shall comply with NFPA 31 Table 10.6.2.
C) To move the unit, push against the flue box or skids. Pushing or pulling the jacket or burner will
result in damage.
D) Be sure to level the unit by inserting shims under the elevated base.
E) TANK STAND ASSEMBLY. This series of boilers can be installed on the optional tank stand in
order to minimize floor space requirements when using the boiler in conjunction with an indirect
fired water heater.
The following procedure is required for the proper assembly of the tank stand:
a) Place the stand top upside down on a level floor.
b) Assemble the small cross braces by bolting them together through the center hole. Do not
at this time completely tighten the bolts.
