SPECTRUM INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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RATINGS & CAPACITIES
Before undertaking the installation of the Spectrum
boiler/water heater check the rating plate to ensure that
the unit has been sized properly for the job. The "Net
I=B=R 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.
NOTE: Service clearances are not mandatory, but are
recommended to ensure ease of service should it
be required.
Table 1
Clearance
Service
to Combustibles
Clearance
in
mm
in
mm
Top
14
356
18
457
Back
6
152
18
457
Left Side
6
152
24
609
Right Side
6
152
24
609
Front
6
152
24
609
Flue
6
152
6
152
2.
An optimum site will be level, central to the piping
system, close to a chimney 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.
NOTE: The Spectrum may be installed directly on
combustible flooring, only if RBI supplied special
floor pan is used but never on carpeting, see Table
2.
Table 2 - Special Base for Combustible Floors
Model Number
Part Number
100
70-1248
150
70-1249
200
70-1250
250
70-1251
300
70-1252
350
70-1253
400
70-1254
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. The pan must not restrict the flow of
combustion air to 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 it to a negative pressure, see
“GENERAL VENTING GUIDELINES”.
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
8.
WARNING: 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!
CAUTION: Units installed outdoors MUST be
protected from ice and snow accumulation or the
unit will be damaged voiding the warranty!
COMBUSTION AIR & VENTILATION
WARNING: This boiler/water heater must be
supplied with combustion air in accordance with
Section 5.3, 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 that can result in
severe personal injury or death!