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2.4.2 Crush hazards
lifting hazards!
Use properly rated lifting equipment to lift and position
the boiler. The load is unbalanced. Test balance before lifting
off the floor. Do not allow personnel beneath the lifted load.
Refer to approximate
weights in the table.
2.4.5 slip, Fall hazards
tripping hazard!
Do not install piping on floor surfaces. Maintain clear path around boiler.
slip and fall hazard!
Use drip pan to catch water while draining the boiler.Maintain dry floor surfaces.
slip and fall hazard!
Do not locate intake or exhaust terminations directly above a walkway; dripping
of condensation can cause icing of the walking surface.
(
See section 3.5
)
Fall hazard!
Do not stand on boiler.
2.4.4 Pressure hazards
Pressure hazard!
Hot fluids. Install isolation valves on boiler
water inlet and outlet. Make sure isolation valves are closed
before servicing boiler.
Pressure hazard!
Hot fluids. Annually test safety relief valve
for proper operation. Do not operate boiler with faulty relief
valve.
2.4.1 electrical hazards
shock hazard!
Properly lockout/tagout the electrical service
and all other energy sources before working on or near the
boiler.
shock hazard!
Do not spray water directly on this boiler or
on any electrical components.
electrical hazard!
Do not alter wiring connections.
Proper training is the best protection against accidents. It is
essential
to
read, understand, and follow the recommendations of this manual before
installing, operating, or servicing this equipment. Failure to do so could
result in fire or explosion and serious injury, death, and/or property damage.
Operating and service personnel must be thoroughly familiar with the basic
construction of the
SC-3000
and
SC-4000
boilers, the use and locations
of the controls, the operation of the boilers, adjustment of their various
mechanisms, and all applicable safety precautions. If any of the provisions
of this manual are not fully and completely understood, contact Harsco
Industrial, Patterson-Kelley Technical Service at
570.476.7261
or toll free at
877.728.5351.
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Boiler size
Weight in Pounds
SC-3000
1,850 lbs
SC-4000
1,900 lbs
Gas may lose its odor. Proper gas
sensing equipment and procedures
should be used for leak checks.
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WARNING
!
WARNING
!
AVERTISSEMENT
!
Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, service, or maintenance
can cause property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
Read and understand the installation
and Owner’s manual provided with this
boiler. Installation and service must be
performed by experienced and
knowledgeable personnel who have
been trained on this series boiler.
!
Une installation, un réglage, un
changement ou un entretien
inappropriés peuvent causer des
dommages matériels, des blessures
corpoeiles ou la mort.
Lire et bien comprendre le Manuel
d’installation et du propriétaire fourni avec
cette chaudière. L’installation et le service
dolvent être effectués par un personnel
expérimenté et compétent qui a reçu une
formation sur la chaudière de cette série.
!
CAUTION
!
ATTENTION
Burn hazard.
Some components
are hot to the touch.
Allow time to cool after
shutdown and do not touch
during operation.
Risque de brûlures.
Certains composants
sont très chauds.
Allouer un temps de
refroidissement après
l’arrêt et ne pas toucher
pendant le functionnement.
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AVERTISSEMENT
!
WARNING
Electrical Hazard.
Contact may cause electrical
shock and injury.
Follow lockout/tagout procedure
when servicing.
Risque électrique.
Un contact causera un choc
électrique et des blessures.
Suivre les procédures de
verrouillage/signalisation lors de
l’entretien.
!
WARNING
Improper use may
result in fire or injury.
Read instructions/safety
manual before installing,
operating or servicing boiler.
The safety labels shown below
are affixed to your boiler. Although
the labels are of high quality,
they may become dislodged or
unreadable over time. Contact
Harsco Industrial, Patterson-Kelley
at 570.476.7261 or toll-free at
877.728.5351 for replacements.
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2.4.6 Chemical hazards
Chemical hazards from cleaning products.
Use caution
when cleaning the system. The use of professional
assistance is recommended. Use safe procedures for the
disposal of all cleaning solutions.
Combustion Condensate – an acidic pH of approximately 3.0
to 5.0 can be expected. Use
PVC
,
CPVC
, or other corrosion
resistant piping for drainage. Collection and disposal must be in accordance with all applicable regulations.
A condensate neutralization kit is available. Please contact your local Harsco Industrial, Patterson-Kelley
representative for more information.
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General Warning
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General Warning
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General Warning
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General Warning
!
General Warning
2.4.7 Burn, Fire and explosion hazards
Burn, fire, and explosion hazards!
Installation must be in strict conformance to all applicable codes
and standards including
NFPA 54, ANSI Z223.1
and
CAN/CSA B.149
. Install all required vent lines for gas
devices. Refer to
Section 3.6
.
hazard from incorrect fuels!
Possible fire, explosion, overheating, and damage. Do not use any
fuels except the design fuels for the unit.
Overfire hazards!
High pressure in gas supply could result in overfiring of this or other devices
supplied from the same source.
Fire and explosion hazards!
Close the main gas shutoff before servicing boiler.
Fire and explosion hazards!
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other gas fired appliance.
Burn hazard!
Possible hot surfaces. Do not touch gas vent during firing operation. Use only factory recommended
vent components.
Burn hazard!
Pipes, vents, and boiler components could be hot. Do not touch piping or stack surfaces during
operation or immediately after shutdown of the boiler.
Burn hazard!
Hot flue! Use caution when servicing or draining boiler.
Fire and explosion hazards!
Use caution when servicing burner. Propane (
LPG
) is heavier than air and may linger
in the combustion chamber, vent lines, or elsewhere.
Gas leak hazard!
Make sure the burner is installed correctly and blower/transition is securely fastened following
any maintenance performed on them. These connections may leak gas if assembled incorrectly.
Gas leak hazard!
All threaded gas connections must be made using a pipe compound that is resistant to liquefied
petroleum gas. Do not use Teflon™ tape on threaded gas piping.
Gas leak hazard!
Check entire gas train for leaks after installation. If there is a smell of gas, shut down the boiler
and obtain immediate assistance from trained service personnel and/or your local fire department.
Overfire hazard!
Possible fire and explosion from excess gas pressure. Make sure that gas inlet pressure does not
exceed 14 inches wc.
Overfire hazard!
Possible fire and explosion. Possible malfunction of regulators and/or gas safety shut off/control
valves. Maintain all gas train components in good condition. Do not alter wiring connections. Annual inspection by
factory-trained personnel for proper set-up and operation is recommended.
Overfire and underfire hazards!
Possible fire, explosion, overheating, and component failure. Do not attempt to
adjust firing rate of the boiler. The firing rate must be adjusted only by factory trained personnel.
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General Warning
!
WARNING
Improper use may
result in fire or injury.
Read instructions/safety
manual before installing,
operating or servicing boiler.
Hot Surface
2.4.3 Bump Hazard from overhead ductwork and piping.
Install components with adequate vertical clearance.
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General Warning