Burnham 81433101R16-1/10 manual Low Water Cut Off Lwco on Hot Water Boilers, Lwco Location

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X. Low Water Cut Off (LWCO) on Hot Water Boilers

WARNING

DO NOT ATTEMPT to cut factory wires to install an aftermarket Low Water Cut Off (LWCO). Only use connections specifically identified for Low Water Cut Off.

In all cases, follow the Low Water Cut Off (LWCO) manufacturer's instructions.

When

A low water cutoff is required to protect a hot water boiler when any connected heat distributor (radiation) is installed below the top of the hot water boiler (i.e. baseboard on the same floor level as the boiler). In addition, some jurisdictions require the use of a LWCO with a hot water boiler.

Where

The universal location for a LWCO on both gas and oil hot water boilers is above the boiler, in either the supply or return piping. The minimum safe water level of a water boiler is at the uppermost top of the boiler; that is, it must be full of water to operate safely.

What Kind

Typically, in residential applications, a probe type LWCO is used instead of a float type, due to their relative costs and the simplicity of piping for a probe LWCO.

How to Pipe

A “tee” is commonly used to connect the probe LWCO to the supply or return piping, as shown below.

LWCO Location

Select the appropriate size tee using the LWCO manufacturer’s instructions. Often, the branch connection must have a minimum diameter to prevent bridging between the probe and the tee. Also, the run of the tee must have a minimum diameter to prevent the end of the probe from touching or being located too close to the inside wall of the run of the tee.

Ideally, manual shutoff valves should be located above the LWCO and the boiler to allow for servicing. This will allow probe removal for inspection without

draining the heating system. Many probe LWCO manufacturers recommend an annual inspection of the probe.

How to Wire

LWCO’s are available in either 120 VAC or 24 VAC configurations. The 120 VAC configuration can be universally applied to both gas and oil boilers by wiring it in the line voltage service to the boiler (after the service switch, if so equipped).

The presence of water in a properly installed LWCO will cause the normally open contact of the LWCO to close, thus providing continuity of the 120 VAC service to the boiler.

It is recommended to supply power to the probe LWCO with the same line voltage boiler service as shown below.

Wiring of Typical LWCO

A 24 VAC LWCO is used primarily for gas fired boilers where a 24 volt control circuit exists within the boiler. However, a 24 VAC LWCO can only be used if the boiler manufacturer has provided piping and wiring connections and instructions to allow for this application.

How to Test

Shut off fuel supply. Lower water level until water level is BELOW the LWCO. Generate a boiler demand by turning up thermostat. Boiler should not attempt to operate. Increase the water level by filling the system. The boiler should attempt to operate once the water level is above the LWCO.

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Contents 81433101R16-1/10 Price $3.00 Ledv SeriesImportant Information Read Carefully Page Table of Contents Water Content 6.1 gallons Pre-Installation II. Unpack Boiler Do not drop boiler. Do not bump boiler jacketAgainst floor Minimum Clearances to Combustible Materials III. Water Piping and Trim Page Page General Guidelines IV. Venting / Air Intake PipingIntake Terminal Location Vent Pipe Part NumbersVent Installation Vent Connector, Assembled Air Intake Installation Direct Vent only See Figure Page Electrical and Sequence of Operations ElectricalSequence of Operations Beckett Burner Schematic Wiring Diagram Page VI. Oil Piping GeneralSingle-pipe Oil Lines Two-Pipe Oil Lines Two-Pipe InstallationIi. Display Always Inspect Installation Before Starting BurnerAdjusting Settings VII. System Start-upControl Operating Characteristics LED Error CodesBurner START-UP Remove Test Plug in Flue Collar Riello BF Burner SettingsInstall Pressure Gauge Check / Adjust OIL PressureHints on Combustion Simulate ignition failure Simulate power failureTest Controls Simulate flame failurePage Section Viii Service and Cleaning Firetubes and Combustion ChamberBurner Low water cutoff if so equipped Avoid Breathing Fiber Particulates and Dust Ledv Boiler Trim & Controls IX. Repair PartsLedv Boiler Jacket & Insulation Ledv Bare Boiler Assembly PartsRepair KitVent Beckett Afii Oil Burner Repair Part Beckett Afii Burner Replacement Parts Service Record Wiring of Typical Lwco Low Water Cut Off Lwco on Hot Water BoilersLwco Location Limited Warranty

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