Mighty Therm
2
(200, 300, 400)
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SECTION 1.
General Information
USING THIS MANUAL – Because the Mighty
Therm2 Boilers and Mighty Therm2 Water Heaters
are identical appliances, with the exception of
materials of manufacture, labels and ultimate use
application, this manual provides information
for the proper installation, operation and
maintenance of both products. Where differences
exist between the application of the appliances and
their operation, the sections pertinent to only one
appliance or the other will be so identified.
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, this
appliance must be installed by a licensed plumber or
gas fitter.
1.1 Introduction
This manual provides information necessary
for the installation, operation, and maintenance of
Laars Heating Systems’ Mighty Therm2 copper tube
appliances, sizes 200-400 MBTU/hr (larger models are
covered in a separate manual). Read it carefully before
installation.
All application and installation procedures
should be reviewed completely before proceeding with
the installation. Consult the Laars Heating Systems
factory, or local factory representative, with any issues
or questions regarding this equipment. Experience
has shown that most operating issues are caused by
improper installation.
The Mighty Therm2 appliance is protected
against over pressurization. A pressure relief valve
is fitted to all appliances. It is installed on the outlet
header, at the water outlet of the appliance.
IMPORTANT:
The inlet gas pressure to the appliance
must not exceed 13 in. w.c. (3.2 kPa).
All installations must be made in accordance with:
1) In the U.S., the " National Fuel Gas Code "ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA54, Latest Edition and all applicable
local codes as required by the Authorities Having
Jurisdiction (AHJ), or
2) In Canada, the "Natural Gas and Propane
Installation Code", CSA B149.1, latest edition and all
applicable local codes as required by the AHJ.
All electrical wiring is to be done in accordance with:
1). In the U.S., the "National Electrical Code" (NEC),
ANSI/NFPA 70, latest Edition and all applicable local
codes as required by the AHJ, or
2). In Canada, the “Canadian Electrical Code - Part
1”, CSA STD. C22.1 and all applicable local codes as
required by the AHJ.
This appliance must be electrically grounded in
accordance with the applicable codes and standards
referenced above.
WARNING
To minimize the risk of electric shock, fire or
other hazards which could result in property
damage, injury, or death. The Mighty Therm2
hydronic, boiler or water heater
must
be
installed in accordance with the procedures
detailed in this manual, or the Laars Heating
Systems warranty may be voided. The
installation must conform to the requirements
of the local jurisdiction having authority, and,
in the United States, to the latest edition of the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54.
In Canada, the installation must conform
to the latest edition of the Natural Gas and
Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1 and/
or applicable local codes. Where required by
the authority having jurisdiction, the installation
of Mighty Therm2 appliances must conform to
the Standard for Controls and Safety Devices
for Automatically Fired Boilers, ANSI/ASME
CSD-1. Any modifications to the boiler, its gas
controls, or wiring may void the warranty. If
field conditions require modifications, consult
the factory representative before initiating such
modifications.
AVERTISSEMENT
Afin de minimiser les risques d'électrocution,
d'incendie ou d'autres dangers qui pourraient
entraîner des dommages aux biens, des
blessures ou la mort. Le Mighty Therm2
hydronique, une chaudière ou un chauffe-eau
doit être installé conformément aux procédures
détaillées dans ce manuel, ou le chauffage
Laars Systèmes garantie peut être annulée.
L'installation doit être conforme aux exigences
de la juridiction locale ayant l'autorité, et, aux
ÉTATS-UNIS , à la dernière édition du National
gaz combustible Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54.
Au Canada, l'installation doit être conforme à
la dernière édition du gaz naturel et propane
Code d'Installation, CSA B149.1 et/ou codes
locaux. Lorsque requis par l'autorité ayant
juridiction, l'installation de Mighty Therm2 les
appareils doivent être conformes à la norme
pour les contrôles et les dispositifs de sécurité
automatiquement pour chaudières, ANSI/ASME
LA CDD-1. Toute modification apportée à la
chaudière, de ses commandes de gaz, ou le
câblage peut annuler la garantie.
