AM Series Boilers and Water Heaters User Manual
CHAPTER 10
– MAINTENANCE
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SECTION 10:
MAINTENANCE
This section must be brought to the attention of the user by the installer so that the user can
make the necessary arrangements with a qualified service agency for the periodic care and
maintenance of the boiler. Refer to Table 10-1 for a schedule of necessary maintenance
procedures.
Lack of proper care and maintenance of this boiler and any fuel burning equipment may result in
a hazardous condition.
A trained and qualified service technician should perform the inspection listed in these
instructions before each heating season and at regular intervals.
CAUTION!
Servicing, inspection and adjustment must be done by a trained technician in accordance
with all applicable local and national codes. Improper servicing or adjustment could damage
the boiler and result in equipment damage or a dangerous condition!
Table 10-1: AM Series Maintenance Schedule
SERVICE TECHNICIAN
USER MAINTENANCE
Annual Startup and Maintenance:
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Address reported problems
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Check all piping for gas leaks
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Verify
fl
ue and air lines in good condition and sealed tight
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Check system water pressure/system piping/expansion tank
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Check control settings
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Check ignition and
flame
sense electrodes
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Check wiring and connections
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Perform start up checkout and performance
verification
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Flame inspection
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Check
fl
ame signal
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Inspect combustion chamber. Clean and vacuum if necessary.
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Clean the heat exchanger if
the flue temperature
is 63°F (35°C)
above return water temperature
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Clean condensate reservoir and
fi
ll with fresh water
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Clean air
fi
lter
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Check the capacity input
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Check relief valve
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Check thermal Insulation inside every module
Daily Check:
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Check boiler area
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Check pressure gauge
Monthly Check:
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Check vent piping and vent termination screen
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Check air piping and air termination screen
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Check relief valve
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Check condensate drain system
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Check any air vents on the system that no leaks
are present
Periodic Check:
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Test low water cut-off (if used)
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Reset low water cut-off button (if used)
Six Month Check:
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Check boiler piping (gas and water) for leaks
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Check and clean anodes in buffer tank (if installed)
End of Season Months Check:
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Shut boiler down (unless boiler used for domestic
hot water)
