CONNECT GAS PIPING
c.When piping bleed lines to outside, terminate the tubing downward to prevent water from entering the tubing, and protect the tubing termination from any obstruction. Terminate the tubing above and well away from normal breathing level or building air intakes.
D.INSTALL GAS SUPPLY PIPING
1.Size the piping as required by the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 and/or CAN/CGA B149 Installation Codes or as required by local codes.
a.Use Table 7.1 for sizing of natural gas for a system pressure drop of 0.3 inch water column (75 Pa).
Figure 7.2: Gas Supply Connection to Boiler
2.The standard gas train is designed for a maximum pressure of 1/2 psig (14 inches water column/3.5 kPa). Make sure the system regulator will not allow a higher pressure to the Gas Control Train under any conditions.
3.The minimum gas supply pressure is listed on the Boiler Rating Label. Make sure the system regulator and the piping are sized and adjusted properly to provide this pressure under all conditions.
4.Install a Service Valve, Sediment Trap and Ground Joint Union at the supply connection to the Gas Control Train as shown in Figure 7.2. These are not supplied with the boiler. Install them in accordance with local codes.
5.Use only pipe joint compounds rated for use with Liquefied Petroleum Gases. This is necessary because most natural gas contains propane as well as methane.
E.TEST GAS SUPPLY PIPING
1.ISOLATE THE BOILER GAS CONTROL TRAIN FROM THE SYSTEM DURING TEST:
a.Test pressure 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa) or less – Close the Manual
b.Test pressure over 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa) – Disconnect the gas supply piping upstream of the Boiler Manual
WARNING
Do not expose the Gas Control Train to excessive pressure. The gas valves can be damaged. This could result in explosion hazard and severe personal injury or death.
Do not test gas supply piping with open flame. Use a soap suds mixture brushed onto the pipe joints to test for leaks.
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