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Phantom boilers use an electronic means built into the ignition system to extinguish the burner in the event that flames exit
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the combustion chamber. If the boiler fails to fire, call a qualified gas service technician to diagnose and correct the problem.
Phantom boilers are equipped with a safety feature which will shut down the burner in the event that there is a blockage in
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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. Explosion Hazard. Fire Hazard. Failure of the boiler to fire upon a call
for heat is usually the result of a potential safety issue (such as a blocked vent) that has
been detected by the control system. Call a qualified gas service technician to diagnose and
correct the problem.
WARNING
If any of the conditions listed above are 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.
WARNING
Carbon (“soot”) in or near the vent system or boiler is an indication of a potential carbon
monoxide hazard. If carbon is found, immediately 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.
II. Maintenance
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On a continuous basis:
Keep the area around the boiler free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids.
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Keep the area around the combustion air inlet terminal and the area around the boiler free from contaminants, includ
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ing all sources of hydrocarbons such as bleaches, fabric softeners, chemicals, sprays, cleaners, paints, paint removers,
refrigerants, and cat boxes. Traces of these chemicals can be drawn into the boiler, causing severe corrosion damage to
the boiler and/or objectionable odors.
Keep the boiler room ventilation openings open and unobstructed.
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Do not expose the boiler to large amounts of dust such as that generated by drywall construction or woodworking.
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On a monthly basis:
Inspect outdoor vent and combustion air intake terminals for obstructions, damage due to impact or other deterioration.
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Inspect vent and combustion air exterior wall penetrations to be sure they are weather tight.
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Inspect all vent and combustion air intake piping for cracks, loose joints, condensate leakage, sags in horizontal runs of
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pipe, corrosion, loose supports or other deterioration.
Inspect vent terminals, exterior of vent system and boiler exterior for carbon (soot).
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Inspect water, gas and condensate drain lines for leaks.
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Lift off front door and inspect visible controls, wiring and sheet metal components for deterioration.
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