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2.3 Uncrating
2.3.1
Care must be taken not to damage controls or deform the boiler sheet metal during removal of the crate.
2.3.2
If using pry bars or fork lifts, be certain to support the boiler weight by the skids or channel base.
2.4 Placement
CAUTION: If the equipment is to be placed in a room with little or no ventilation, a supply of ducted filtered air
may have to be brought to the lower portion of the control cabinet to limit the control cabinet interior
temperature to 50°C (122°F) maximum.
CAUTION:
If the equipment is to be placed in a room with little or no ventilation, a supply of ducted filtered air
may have to be brought to the lower portion of the control cabinet to limit the control cabinet interior
temperature to 50°C (122°F) maximum.
2.
4.1 Provide a firm, level foundation for the equipment.
NOTE:
Standard electric boilers / water heaters are not suitable for placement on combustible flooring
.
2.4.2
Leave a permanent space for element removal opposite element access panels as shown on the
Dimensional Drawing (DD), and 36 inches opposite electrical panels
.
NOTE:
Electric panels require 42” opposite any opposing conductive surface.
2.4.3
Be sure to keep electrical panels and controls covered at all times while construction work is in process.
CAUTION:
Do not use the equipment housing top for scaffolding.
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Minimum Clearance Recommendations and General Dimensional Data for Boiler Placement
3.0 INSTALLATION
3.1 Piping Connection
NOTE:
Some of the following piping may have been completed at the Factory.
3.1.1
Boiler piping connections and values MUST comply with state and local codes, in addition to compliance with ANSI
piping requirements
CAUTION:
The pipe extensions outside the unit are usually the extensions of pipes which are permanently welded into
the unit’s vessel. Normally the only removable (threaded) connection is the drain pipe. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE
ANY OTHER PIPING!
