Boiler Installation; Flue Connection; Chimney Venting - Buderus Logano G215 US Installation And Maintenance Instructions Manual

Boiler installation

8 Boiler installation
This chapter details how to install your boiler correctly.
These details include:

– Flue connection

– Water connections
– Electrical connection
– Burner installation (field installation)
– Fuel connection
8.1 Flue connection

8.1.1 Chimney venting

Connect boiler to vertical chimney with a 6" vent pipe.
Use only venting systems that comply with local codes
and regulations. If local codes are not available, refer the
the following regulations:
– NFPA 31, Installation of Oil-Burning Equipment,
– NFPA 211, Standard for Chimneys, Fire Places and
Solid Fuel Burning Appliances,
– In Canada refer to CSA B139, Installation Code for
Oil-Burning Equipment,
– NFPA 211 requires chimney to be lined before
connecting boiler.
Inspecting and cleaning existing flue
Inspect and clean the old flue before installation of the
new boiler.
Remove blockages and dirt from the chimney.
Clean chimney
Repair or replace faulty flues.
If necessary, repair chimney with mortar and joints.
Down drafts
NOTICE
To prevent down drafts extend chimney at
least 3 feet above the roof opening at least
2 feet above any part of the roof within a
radius of 10 feet.
Minimum clearances to combustible objects
Flue pipe
Double-wall
Single-wall
Tab. 13 Minimum clearances to combustible objects for flue
systems
We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.
Installation and maintenance instructions Logano G215 US oil/gas-fired boilers • Issue 11/2004
Minimum
Type
clearance
L 6"
L 18"
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