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Installation & Operation Manual
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Gas connections
Pipe sizing for propane gas
1. Contact gas supplier to size pipes, tanks, and 100% lockup
gas pressure regulator.
Propane Supply Pressure Requirements
1. Adjust propane supply regulator provided by the gas
supplier for 14 inches w.c. (3.5 kPa) maximum pressure.
2. Pressure required at gas valve inlet pressure port:
• Maximum 14 inches w.c. (3.5 kPa) with no flow (lockup)
or with boiler on.
• Minimum 8 inches w.c. (2.0 kPa) with gas flowing (verify
during boiler startup).
WARNING
WARNING
Ensure that the high gas pressure regulator
is at least 10 feet (3 m) upstream of the
appliance.
Check boiler rating plate to determine
which fuel the boiler is set for. Power-
fin boilers CAN NOT be field converted.
Failure to comply could result in severe
personal injury, death, or substantial
property damage.
Propane Gas:
The gas piping must be sized for the proper flow and length of
pipe, to avoid excessive pressure drop. Both the gas meter and
the gas regulator must be properly sized for the total gas load.
If you experience a pressure drop greater than 1 inch w.c.
(249 Pa), the meter, regulator, or gas line is undersized or in
need of service. Perform the steps below when checking inlet
gas supply:
1. Turn the main power switch to the “OFF” position.
2. Shut off gas supply at the manual gas valve in the gas
piping to the appliance.
3. Remove the 1/8" pipe plug on the inlet flange to the gas
valve and install a suitable 1/8" fitting (field supplied) for
the manometer tubing. Place the tubing of the manometer
over the tap once the 1/8" fitting is installed as shown in
FIG.
6-2.
4. Slowly turn on the gas supply at the factory supplied
manual gas valve.
5. Turn the power switch to the “ON” position.
DO NOT adjust or attempt to measure gas
valve outlet pressure. Attempting to alter
or measure the gas valve outlet pressure
could result in damage to the valve, causing
potential severe personal injury, death, or
substantial property damage.
WARNING
Check inlet gas supply
6. Adjust the temperature set point on the control panel of
the SMART TOUCH control module to call for heat or
utilize Service Mode, see page 47 of this manual.
7. Observe the gas supply pressure as the burner fires at
100% of rated input. Percent of burner input will be
displayed on the Modulation Screen.
8. Ensure inlet pressure is within specified range.
Minimum and maximum gas supply pressures are
specified in this section of the manual.
9. If gas supply pressure is within normal range and no
adjustments are needed, proceed on to Step 11.
10. If the gas pressure is out of range, contact the gas utility,
gas supplier, qualified installer or service agency to
determine the necessary steps to provide proper gas
pressure to the control.
11. Turn the power switch to the “OFF” position.
12. Shut off the gas supply at the manual gas valve in the gas
piping to the appliance.
13. Remove the manometer from the pressure tap on top of
the gas valve. Remove the 1/8" (3 mm) field supplied
fitting and reinstall the pipe plug removed in Step 3.
WARNING
Do not check for gas leaks with an open
flame -- use the bubble test. Failure to
use the bubble test or check for gas leaks
can cause severe personal injury, death, or
substantial property damage.
14. Turn on the gas supply at the manual gas valve.
15. Turn the power switch to the “ON” position.
16. Adjust the temperature set point on the control panel of
the SMART TOUCH control module to the desired
water temperature so the appliance will call for heat.
17. Check burner performance by cycling the system while
you observe burner response. The burner should ignite
promptly. Flame pattern should be stable. Turn system
off and allow burner to cool, then cycle burner again to
ensure proper ignition and flame characteristics.
Figure 6-2 Inlet Gas Supply Check
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