TFTN 085-199 Installation and Operation Manual
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Read Before Proceeding
If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property
damage, serious injury or death.
FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ BEFORE OPERATING
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A) This boiler does not have a pilot. It is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the
burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand.
B) BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the boiler area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor
because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
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Do not try to light any boiler.
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Do not touch any electric switch.
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Do not use any phone in your building.
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Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
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If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
C)
Use only your hand to turn the gas “shutoff” valve. Never use tools. If the handle will not turn by hand,
don't try to repair it, call a qualified service technician. Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or
explosion.
D) Do not use this boiler if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician
to inspect the
boiler and to replace any part of the
control system and any gas control which has
been under water.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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1. STOP! Read the safety information above very carefully.
2. Set the thermostat to lowest setting. Turn off all electric power to the boiler.
3. This boiler does not have a pilot. It is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the
burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand.
4. Turn the manual gas valve to the OFF position. Remove front access panel.
5. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for gas, including near the floor. If you smell gas,
STOP! Follow “B” in the safety information above. If you don't smell gas, go to the n
ext step.
6. Turn the manual gas valve ON. Wait an additional five (5) minutes smelling for gas.
7. Replace the front access panel.
8. Set thermostat to highest setting. Turn on all electric power to the boiler.
9. Ignition sequence is automatic. Combustion will occur after a brief fan purge.
10.
If ignition does not occur, follow the instructions “To Turn Off Gas To
Boiler
” and call your service
technician or gas supplier.
TO TURN OFF GAS TO THE BOILER
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1. STOP! Read the safety information above very carefully.
2. Turn off all electric power to the boiler.
3. Turn the manual gas valve to the OFF position.
Crystalline Silica
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Certain components confined in the combustion chamber may contain this
potential carcinogen. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can
cause property damage, serious injury (exposure to hazardous materials) or death. Refer to
Section 15.0 for information on handling instructions and recommended personal protective equipment. Installation and
service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier (who must read and follow the supplied
instructions before installing, servicing, or removing this boiler. This boiler contains materials that have been identified as
carcinogenic, or possibly carcinogenic, to humans).
Void Warranty
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This Boiler must have water flowing through it whenever the burner is on, or it
will damage the unit and void the warranty. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury or death.
