Solo Plus Instructions 1-800-782-9927 Version 12-13
Tarm Biomass · 4 Britton Lane · Lyme, NH 03768
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1.0 Introduction…………………………………………………………………………….....1
1.1 Foreword………………………………………………………………………...…1
1.2 Units of Measure……………………………………………………………...……1
1.3 Installation and Warranty Requirements……………………………………..……1
2.0 System Description/Requirements………………..………...…………………...…...….3
2.1 Boiler Overview………………………………………………………………...….3
2.1.1 Cut Away View……………………………………………………….....3
2.1.2 Boiler Fabrication and Testing…….……………………………...……...4
2.1.3 Models and Applications………………………...…………………...….4
2.2 Boiler Function………………………………………………………………….....4
2.2.1 General Operation.…………………………………………………...…..4
2.2.2 Safety Systems……………...………………………………………...….5
2.2.3 Accessories…....…………………………………………………..……..5
2.3 Fuels…………………………………………………………………………...…...6
2.4 Building Requirements………………………………………………………..…...7
2.5 Owner Responsibilities……………………………………………………..….…..7
3.0 Boiler Installation and Startup…………………………………………………...……...8
3.1 Planning…………………………………………………………………………....9
3.1.1 Sizing the Boiler……………………………………………………..…..9
3.1.2 Choosing an Installer……………………………………………..……...9
3.1.3 Locating the Boiler and Boiler Clearances..………………………...…...9
3.1.4 Plumbing and Mechanical……………………………………………....11
3.1.5 Electrical…………………………………………………………….….12
3.2 Preparing the Chimney…………………………………………………………...12
3.2.1 Outside Combustion Air………………………………………………..14
3.3 Setting the Boiler………………………………………………………………....14
3.3.1 Receiving the Boiler……………………………………………...….…14
3.3.2 Boiler Checklist...………………………………………………….…...15
3.3.3 Temporary Storage..………………………………………………....…16
3.3.4 Moving the Boiler……………………………………………………....16
3.3.5 Boiler Set-Up…………………………………………………………...16
3.4 Connections to the Boiler……………………………………………………...…20
3.4.1 Chimney Connection………………………………………………...…20
3.4.2 Safety Plumbing……………….………………………………………..21
3.4.3 Plumbing Connections...……………..…………………….………......22
3.4.4 Pipe Connection-Choice of Material...……………...……………….…24
3.4.5 Expansion Tank…………………………………………...…………....24
3.4.6 Pump Size……………………………………………...…………….…24
3.4.7 Installation of Optional Domestic Hot Water Coil………………….….24
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