LCD Series Finned Copper Tube Gas Boilers & Water Heaters – Boiler Manual
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In Canada, the installation must be in accordance with the
requirements of CSA B149.1 or .2, Installation Code for Gas Burning
Appliances and Equipment.
If installed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you MUST
FOLLOW the additional instructions located in the back of this
manual (MACODE-3).
The owner should maintain a record of all service work performed
with the date and a description of the work done. Include the name
of the service organization for future reference.
Direct all questions to your RBI distributor or contact the RBI Cus-
tomer Service Department, 260 North Elm Street, Westfield, MA
01085 for U.S. or 7555 Tranmere Drive, Mississauga, ONT L5S 1L4
for Canada. Always include the model and serial numbers from the
rating plate of the boiler/water heater in question.
RATINGS & CAPACITIES
Before undertaking the installation of the LCD Series boiler/water
heater check the rating plate to ensure that the unit has been sized
properly for the job. The “Net AHRI Ratings” specify the equivalent
amount of direct cast iron radiation that the unit can supply under
normal conditions. Also ensure that the unit has been set up for the
type of gas available at the installation site. Other important
considerations are the availability of an adequate electrical supply,
fresh air for combustion and a suitable chimney or vent system.
BOILER/WATER HEATER LOCATION
1. This boiler/water heater is suitable for indoor and outdoor
installations. Locate the boiler/water heater in an area that
provides good access to the unit. Servicing may require the
removal of jacket panels. Allow the minimum clearances between
adjacent construction and the boiler/water heater as listed in
Table 1.
Service clearances are not mandatory, but are
recommended to ensure ease of service should it be
required.
Table 1
Clearance to
Combustibles
Service
Clearance
in
mm
in
mm
Top
6
153
20
508
Back
6
153
24
610
Left Side
6
153
24
610
Right Side
6
153
24
610
Front
6
153
30
762
Flue
6
153
2. An optimum site will be level, central to the piping system, close
to a chimney or outside wall and have adequate fresh air for
combustion. Ensure that the boiler/water heater is level from
front to back and from side to side. Use metal shims to level the
boiler/water heater. Electrical and electronic components must
also be protected from exposure to water during operation and
maintenance. DO NOT install this boiler/water heater in a
location that would subject any of the gas ignition components
to direct contact with water or excessive moisture during
operation or servicing.
3. Ensure that the floor is structurally sound and will support the
weight of the boiler/water heater.
The LCD may be installed directly on combustible
flooring, but never on carpeting.
4. Locate the boiler/water heater in an area that will prevent water
damage to adjacent construction should a leak occur or during
routine maintenance. If such a location doesn’t exist, a suitable
drain pan that’s adequately drained must be installed under the
unit.
5. DO NOT place this boiler/water heater in a location that would
restrict the introduction of combustion air into the unit or subject
the air inlet to a negative pressure, see “GENERAL VENTING
GUIDELINES”.
Never store combustible materials, gasoline or any
product containing flammable vapors or liquids in the
vicinity of the boiler/water heater. Failure to comply
with this warning can result in an explosion or fire
causing extensive property damage, severe personal
injury or death!
6. NEVER place this boiler/water heater in a location that would
subject it to temperatures at or near freezing. See the “Freeze
Protection Section” on page 17.
Units installed outdoors MUST be protected from ice
and snow accumulation or the unit will be damaged
voiding the warranty!
COMBUSTION AIR & VENTILATION
This boiler/water heater must be supplied with
combustion air in accordance with Section 9.3, Air
for Combustion & Ventilation, of the latest revision
of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA
54 and all applicable local building codes. Canadian
installations must comply with CSA B149.1 or .2
Installation Code for Gas Burning Appliances and
Equipment, or applicable provisions of the local
building codes. Failure to provide adequate
combustion air for this boiler/water heater can result
in excessive levels of carbon monoxide which can
result in severe personal injury or death!
To operate properly and safely this boiler/water heater requires a
continuous supply of air for combustion. NEVER store objects on
or around the boiler/water heater!
