Please Read Before Proceeding - Lochinvar Copper-Fin 497 User's Information Manual

Hide thumbs Also See for Copper-Fin 497:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Please read before proceeding

This is a gas appliance and should be
NOTICE
installed by a licensed electrician and/or
certified gas supplier. Service must be
performed by a qualified service installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
If the information in these instructions is
⚠WARNING
not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage,
personal injury, or death.
This
appliance
installed in any location where gasoline
or flammable vapors are likely to be
present, unless the installation is such
to eliminate the probable ignition of
gasoline or flammable vapors.
What to do if you smell gas –
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any
phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbors
phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
Warranty –
Factory warranty (shipped with unit) does not apply to
units improperly installed or improperly operated.
Experience has shown that improper installation or system
design, rather than faulty equipment, is the cause of most
operating problems.
1. Excessive water hardness causing a lime/scale build-up
in the copper tube is not the fault of the equipment and
is not covered under the manufacturer's warranty (see
Water Treatment and Water Chemistry in the Copper-fin
Installation and Operation Manual).
2. Excessive pitting and erosion on the inside of the
copper tube may be caused by too much water velocity
through the tubes and is not covered by the
manufacturer's warranty (see Boiler Flow Rates and
Temperature Rise for flow requirements in the Copper-fin
Installation and Operation Manual).
⚠WARNING
injury or property damage. Refer to this manual for assistance
or additional information, consult a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
Checking equipment –
Upon receiving equipment, check for signs of shipping
damage. Pay particular attention to parts accompanying the
appliance which may show signs of being hit or otherwise
being mishandled. Verify total number of pieces shown on
the packing slip with those actually received. In case there is
MUST
NOT
be
damage or a shortage, immediately notify the carrier.
Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water.
The possible damage to a flooded appliance can be extensive
and present numerous safety hazards. Any appliance that
has been under water must be replaced.
This product burns gas to produce heat. The appliance must be
properly installed, operated, and maintained to avoid exposure
to appreciable levels of carbon monoxide and the installer is
required to confirm that at least one carbon monoxide alarm
is installed in the living space before the appliance is put into
operation. It is important for the carbon monoxide alarms
to be installed, maintained, and replaced following the alarm
manufacturer's instructions and applicable local codes.
⚠Owner warning –
The information contained in this manual is intended for use
by qualified professional installers, service technicians, or gas
suppliers. Consult your local expert for proper installation
or service procedures.
apply to this installation. Consult a local gas utility company to
authorize and inspect all gas and flue connections.
Your conventionally vented gas appliance must have a supply
of fresh air circulating around it during burner operation for
proper gas combustion and proper venting.
⚠WARNING
the electrical supply to the pump. Instead, turn off the manual
gas control valve to the appliance at a location external to the
appliance.
Prevention of freezing –
Heat exchangers and headers damaged by freezing are not
covered by warranty.
See Section 6, Startup - Freeze Protection in the Copper-fin
Installation and Operation for more information.
User's Information Manual
Improper
alteration, service or maintenance can cause
Consult and follow all local Building and
NOTICE
Fire Regulations and other Safety Codes that
Should overheating occur or the gas supply
fail to shut off, do not turn off or disconnect
installation,
adjustment,
3

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

This manual is also suitable for:

Copper-fin 2067

Table of Contents