PB Heat Peerless Boilers GM Series, Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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PREINSTALLATION
E. CIRCULATORS
The Series GM™ boiler is not equipped with a circulator
or a means to control circulator operation. Provide
circulator and zone controls, such as Taco zoning
circulator or Honeywell R845.
F. PLANNING THE LAYOUT
Prepare sketches and notes of the layout to minimize
the possibility of interferences with new or existing
equipment, piping, venting and wiring.
G. BOILER WATER TREATMENT
If the boiler water quality is outside the criteria shown
below, consult a qualified water treatment specialist to
bring the water quality within the criteria shown.
Water Quality Criteria:
1. Boiler water pH should be in 7.5 to 11 range.
2. Boiler water chloride concentration should be
less than 30 ppm.
3. The water hardness should be less than 9 grains
per gallon to prevent scale build-up.