Maintenance; General Care; Regular Maintenance; Annual Maintenance - Rheem IBC Technologies SFB-1 User's Information Manual

High efficiency condensing heating boiler
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WARNING
Annual Maintenance must
only be done by a qualified
service technician.
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HEATING BOILERS 99 - 120

MAINTENANCE

General Care

Keep combustible materials and flammable liquids and vapors away from the boiler.
Keep vent terminals clear of obstructions (snow, dirt, etc .) .

Regular Maintenance

Regular
Check the domestic hot water temperature at the faucet to ensure the
temperature is not too hot . If the temperature is too hot, you can adjust the
water temperature with the boiler's controller . If these adjustments are not
correcting the issue, call your qualified service technician for service.
Check the pressure relief valve and discharge piping for signs of leakage
or moisture. If water or moisture is found, contact your qualified service
technician as soon as possible for service .
Check the condensate trap and outlet pipe . The condensate trap must be full
of water . The outlet hose may be connected to a condensate neutralizer, if so,
check the pH of the water coming out of the neutralizer is above 6 .0pH . If the
pH is below 6 .0 then the neutralizer will need to be re-charged or replaced .
Contact your qualified service technician for service.

Annual Maintenance

The boiler must be inspected by your qualified service technician for the following:
Inspect the flue gas exhaust and air intake connections. All connections
should be tight and leak free .
Inspect flue gas exhaust piping, combustion air piping and terminations.
Inspect the boiler's interior and vacuum if required .
Check for water, gas and condensate leaks in the boiler and around the boiler .
Check the condensate trap and clean if required. Re-fill the trap and re-install.
Check the water pressure .
Check water chemistry including water treatment level and/or propylene
glycol level if used .
Check the electrical connections .
Check the ignition electrode and remove oxidation from the electrode .
Replace if necessary .
Check the gas valve and ignition cable .
Check the controller settings .
Check the burners flame. Should be a quick and quiet ignition across the full
burner .
If required, clean the heat exchanger and the burner .
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