GENERAL INSTALLATION INSPECTION
Recommended procedures for safety inspection of an appliance in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code A.N.S.I.Z223.1. The following procedure will help evaluate the venting system. It is intended as a guide to aid in determining that the venting system is properly installed and is in a safe condition for continuous use. This procedure should be recognized as a generalized procedure which cannot anticipate all situations. Accordingly, in some cases, deviation from this procedure may be necessary to determine safe operation of the equipment. If it is determined that a condition exists which could result in unsafe operation, the appliance should be shut off and the owner advised of the unsafe condition. Corrections must be made before the appliance is put into continuous operation. The following steps should be followed in making a safety inspection.
1.Visually inspect the venting system for proper size and determine that there is no flue gas spillage, blockage, restriction, leakage, corrosion or other deficiency which could cause an unsafe operation.
2.Insofar as practical, close all building doors, fireplace dampers, windows and all doors in area in which the appliance is located. Turn on clothes dryers, any exhaust fans, such as range hoods and bathroom exhausters so they operate at maximum speed. Do not operate a summer exhaust fan. If, after completing Steps 3 through 7 it is believed sufficient combustion air is not available, refer to the National Flue Gas Code A.N.S.I.Z223.1, or any applicable local codes for guidance.
3.Place in operation the appliance being inspected. Follow the lighting instructions and adjust thermostat so appliance will operate continuously.
4.Determine that the pilot or burner is operating properly and that the main burner ignition operates satisfactorily, by interrupting and
5.Visually determine that the main burner is burning properly; i.e., no floating, lifting or flashbacks. When performing smoke test on
6.If appliances are equipped with high and low flame control or flame modulation, check for proper main burner operation at low flame.
7.Test for spillage at draft hood or barometric draft control opening and burnr inlet air location after 5 minutes of main burner operation. Use a draft gauge, flame of a match or candle, smoke from a cigarette, cigar or pipe. If spillage occurs, adequate air is not available. Shut off heating appliance thermostat and check for spillage around the draft hood, barometric draft control or burner inlet air location after power venter has stopped operation. If a flow reversal is noticed, house
8.Turn on all fuel burning appliances within the same room so that they will operate at their maximum input. Then repeat Steps 5 through 7.
9.Return doors, windows, exhaust fans, fireplace dampers and any other
MAINTENANCE
1.Motor: Inspect the motor once a year - motor should rotate freely. To prolong the life of the motor, it must be lubricated with six drops of SWG Superlube, Part # 46226200, annually.
2.Wheel: Inspect the power venter wheel annually to clear any soot, ash or coating which inhibits either rotation or air flow. Remove all foreign materials before operating.
3.Vent System: Inspect all vent connections annually for looseness, for evidence of corrosion and for flue gas leakage. Replace, seal or tighten pipe connections if necessary. Check the power venter choke plate to insure it is secured in place. Check the barometric draft control, if installed, to insure the gate swings freely.
4.System Safety Devices: With the heating system operating, disconnect the pressure sensing tube from the pressure switch on the CK Kit. This will stop the burner operation.
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