© The Fulton Companies 2014
INSTALLATION
FBW-IOM-2014-0311
SECTION 2
2-2
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WARNING
All information in this manual is for
reference and guidance purposes,
and does not substitute for required
professional training, conduct,
and strict adherence to applicable
jurisdictional/professional codes and
regulations.
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CAUTION
This boiler is certifi ed for indoor
installation only.
Product Overview
Prior to the performance of installation, operation, or maintenance procedures,
personnel should become familiar with the equipment (Table 1a and 1b, Figure
1) and its components.
The following specifi cations, equipment and operating descriptions apply to
typical Fulton Electric Hot Water Boilers. This section is provided for general
reference purposes only, and may not refl ect specifi c details for your boiler.
The Fulton Electric Hot Water Boiler pressure vessel assembly consists of an
annular jacket with a tangential inlet to provide rising spiraling fl ow across the
elements. It is ASME constructed and stamped.
Forced even circulation of water is achieved by a design that ensures the water
spins upward in the water vessel. The spinning water is evenly mixed and heated,
eliminating stratifi cation. This unique circulation method achieves an even
fl ow of water across the elements. It is heated uniformly while it washes each
element. This results in low fl ux temperatures and long element life.
Multiple vertically oriented stainless steel or Incolloy elements discourage build-
up because element expansion and contraction causes mineral or lime deposits
to fl ake off and drop to the bottom of the boiler, thus assuring longer element
life.
Low element heat fl ux (watt density) promotes uniform heating and long
element life. Symmetric element placement stabilizes water level.
Four (4) inches (2” for models FB-012-W through FB-070-W) of high temperature
glass fi ber insulation is wrapped around the boiler vessel. A neatly fi nished steel
jacket encloses the insulation. The top of the unit is encased in a screen material
for venting.
Review Shipment Contents
Your boiler shipment should be fully reviewed upon receipt. The customer should
also examine the equipment for any shipment damage. It is the responsibility of
the installer to ensure all parts supplied with the equipment are fi tted in a correct
and safe manner.
Boiler Storage Prior To Installation
If it is necessary to store the boiler for a prolonged period of time prior to
installation, the boiler should be stored at a minimum 40 F ambient temperature
in an environment in which excessive moisture cannot damage the controls or
jacket.
Placement & Rigging
Proper placement of your Fulton product is essential. Attention paid to
the following points will save a great deal of diffi
culty in the future. Correct
placement is the fi rst step to trouble-free installation, operation, and