SECTION VI - SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER
This boiler used flammable gas, high voltage electricity, moving parts, and very hot water under high pressure. Assure that all fuel and electric power supplies are off and that the water temperature is cool before attempting any disassembly or service.
More than one gas
Do not attempt any service work if gas is present in the air in the vicinity of the boiler. Never modify, remove or tamper with any control device.
WARNING
This boiler must only be serviced and repaired by skilled and experienced service technicians.
If any controls are replaced, they must be replaced with identical models.
Read, understand and follow all the instructions and warnings contained in all the sections of this manual.
If any electrical wires are disconnected during service, clearly label the wires and assure that the wires are reconnected properly.
NEVER operate boiler without all sight glasses and brackets in place and securely fastened and sealed. Very HOT combustion gas may cause burn injury.
Read, understand and follow all the instructions and warnings contained in ALL of the component instruction manuals.
Assure that all safety and operating controls and components are operating properly before placing the boiler back in service.
IMPORTANT - See Section V, Item (G) under Operating Instructions, if it becomes necessary to add water to the boiler more frequently than once a month.
A.GENERAL - Inspection should be conducted annually.
Service as frequently as specified in following paragraphs. Refer to Table XII for recommended periodic testing of safety controls and other equipment. While service or maintenance is being done, electrical power to the boiler must be “off”.
B.CLEAN THE BOILER HEATING SURFACES AND FLUE at least once each year, preferably at the end of the heating season.
1.CLEAN THE VENT SYSTEM - Vent system should be checked annually for:
a.Obstructions.
b.Accumulations of soot.
c.Deterioration of vent pipe or vent accessories due to condensation or other reasons.
d.Proper support - no sags, particularly in horizontal runs.
e.Tightness of joints.
Remove all accumulations of soot with wire brush and vacuum. Remove all obstructions. Replace all deteriorated parts and support properly. Seal all joints.
2.CLEAN THE BOILER FLUEWAYS AND COMBUSTION CHAMBER.
a.Disconnect the fuel line(s) and remove the burner. The burner may remain attached to the BSD during cleaning if:
i.enough space exists for the BSD to swing open completely with the burner still attached
ii.and the burner weight is supported by a suitable prop at all times.
b.Remove optional BSD cover panels (if provided).
c.Remove four (4) 9/16” cap screws and lock washers from the hinge pockets on the BSD.
d.Open the BSD and remove the baffles from all flue passages.
e.Use a wire or fiber bristle brush to remove any accumulated soot or debris from all of the flue baffles.
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