ECLIPSE – INSTALLATION/OPERATION MANUAL
Eclipse
Jan-10
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1.0 HOMEOWNER
INFORMATION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
Please read and understand this manual before installing, operating or maintaining the
furnace.
To ensure you have a clear understanding of the operating procedures of the
appliance please take the time to read section
1.0 HOMEOWNER INFORMATION
, of this
manual. If you have any questions, your Kerr dealer will be happy to answer them for you.
1.2 AIR
FILTERS
To maintain furnace performance and safety, replace dirty filters as required or at least once
every heating season. Use new approved disposable filters of the same size and type, or
clean permanent filters according to manufacturer’s instructions. Replace the filters or clean
the filters more often if dusty conditions exist. Dirty, clogged or wrongly sized filters will impair
the furnace performance and may cause the furnace to shut down or overheat.
1.3 REGULAR
MAINTENANCE
Check complete operation
at least once a year
. In Canada see B139, Section 14,
Maintenance, for recommended servicing procedure. Heat exchanger ducts are accessed
through breech access panel at front of unit. Replace stainless steel baffles after cleaning.
Clean flue pipes on a regular basis. Replace flue pipes if there is any sign of corrosion or
other problems. Cerafelt (1/4”) gaskets may have to be replaced.
1.4 WARNINGS
NEVER
burn garbage or paper in the unit.
NEVER
store combustible material around it.
DO
NOT
attempt to start burner when excess oil has accumulated, when unit is full of vapour
or when heat exchanger is very hot.
DO
NOT
use gasoline, crankcase drainings or any oil containing gasoline.
1.5 DIRECT
VENT
It is the responsibility of the homeowner to ensure that the area around the Direct Vent
terminal and air intake is free of snow, ice, and debris. The vent terminal should be checked
during heavy snowstorms to ensure proper operation.
1.6 SHUTTING FURNACE DOWN
POWER OFF
Turn off main power switch.
FUEL OFF
Shut off manual fuel supply valve.
Always keep manual fuel supply valve shut off if the burner is shut down for an extended
period of time.
