U.S. Boiler Company K2 FT, User'S Information Manual

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A. General
1. This manual covers
the proper care and use of
your Condensing High Efficiency Gas Fired Boiler.
2. Instructions to safely operate
and shut down
this boiler are shown in Figure 1 on page 6, as well
as on a label affixed to the boiler.
3. This boiler
uses an electronic means built into
the ignition system to extinguish the burner in the
event that flames exit the combustion chamber. If
the boiler fails to fire, call a qualified gas service
technician to diagnose and correct the problem.
4. This boiler is
equipped with a safety feature which
will shut down the burner in the event that there
is a blockage in the vent system. In the event that
the boiler fails to function, and the boiler is vented
through an outside wall accessible from the ground,
inspect the vent terminal on the outside wall for a
blockage such as a bee’s nest or ice. If a blockage
is found, the burner should ignite approximately
30 seconds after the blockage is removed. If no
blockage is found, or if the terminal is inaccessible
from the ground, the problem must be diagnosed
and corrected by a qualified gas service technician.
WARNING
Asphyxiation Hazard. In the event that the
ignition system on this boiler does not permit
the boiler to fire, there is either a problem with
the ignition system or a problem with the vent
system. Call a qualified gas service technician
to diagnose and correct the problem.
A shutdown of the burner due to the pressure
switch is an indication that there is a problem
with the vent system, such as a blockage. The
boiler pressure switch should only be reset
after a qualified gas service technician has
diagnosed and corrected the venting problem
that caused the pressure switch to open.
B. Maintenance
1. On a continuous basis:
• Keep the area around the boiler free from
combustible materials, gasoline, and other
flammable vapors and liquids.
• Keep the area around the combustion air inlet
terminal and the area around the boiler free
from contaminants, including all sources of
hydrocarbons such as bleaches, fabric softeners,
chemicals, sprays, cleaners, paint, paints, paint
removers, refrigerants, and cat boxes. Traces of
these chemicals can be drawing into the boiler,
causing severe corrosion damage to the boiler
and/or objectionable odors.
• Keep the boiler room ventilation openings open
and unobstructed.
• Do not expose the boiler to large amounts of dust
such as that generated by drywall construction or
woodworking.
2. On a monthly basis:
WARNING
If any of the below listed conditions is found,
follow instructions “TO TURN OFF GAS TO
APPLIANCE” in Figure 1 and contact a qualified
gas service technician to correct the problem
before placing the boiler back in service. Failure
to correct these conditions could result in
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
• Inspect vent and combustion air intake terminals
for obstruction or damage due to impact or
excessive temperature.
• Inspect vent and combustion air exterior wall
penetrations to be sure they are weather tight.
• Inspect the vent and combustion air intake
system for obstructions, loose joints, condensate
leakage, sags in horizontal runs of pipe,
corrosion, or other deterioration.
• Inspect water and gas lines for leaks.
• Remove boiler front door and inspect for carbon
(soot) in the cabinet, condensate drain leaks or
blockage, or deterioration of the visible controls,
wiring, or sheet metal components. If any of
these are found, have a qualified gas service
technician service the boiler immediately.
• Inspect flame for true yellow tipping. Adjust
thermostat to highest setting to turn on boiler and
view flames through observation glass with front
door removed. On high fire the flame should be
stable and mostly blue. No true yellow tipping
should be present, however intermittent flecks of
yellow and orange in the flame caused by dust in
air are normal. See Figure 2. If the burner flame
looks satisfactory, adjust thermostat to normal
setting and reinstall boiler front door. If yellow
tipping is observed, have a qualified gas service
technician service the boiler immediately.
3. On an annual basis:
have a qualified gas service
technician perform a more detailed inspection
of the burner, heat exchanger, controls, and vent
system and provide maintenance as specified in the
Installation, Operating, and Service Instructions.