INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, GAS FIRED STEAMER, MODELS GCX-2, GCX-10
PART NUMBER 10056R3
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2009-03-24
3.0 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Do not force the gas control knob. Use only your hand
to turn the gas control knob. Never use any tool. If the gas control
knob will not operate by hand the gas control should be replaced by
a qualified service technician.
WARNING: Do not disassemble the gas control; it contains no
replaceable components. Attempted disassembly or repair may
damage the gas control.
WARNING: In the event of main burner ignition failure, a 5 minute
purge period must be observed prior to re-establishing ignition
source.
For CSD-1 equipped boilers, see section 4.0 for Operation Instructions for CSD-1 Equipped
Boiler.
BOILER CONTROLS
(Inside Cabinet)
Main Power Switch
-
ON fills the boiler tank and turns the boiler controls on. You
should allow 20 minutes to fill the tank and generate steam.
-
OFF shuts off the boiler controls and opens the automatic
blowdown valve, emptying the boiler tank and releasing water
and steam to the drain. This should be done at least once daily
to remove sediment, lime, or scale.
Pilot Light
-
Indicates main power is ON.
Boiler Pressure Gauge -
Should read 9 -11 psi during operation; 0 psi during shutdown.
Water Level Sight Glass
- Observe level of water in the boiler and water quality.
Murkiness in the water indicates inadequate water quality; the
owner must supply proper water to the boiler (see page 4,
Water Quality Statement).
