Product Description; Correct Use; Standards, Regulations And Directives; National Regulations - Buderus Logano G234X Instructions Manual

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Product description

DANGER: Safety devices
▶ Never shut off safety valves.
▶ Hot water may escape from the safety valve at any time when the
appliance is running.
DANGER: Risk of personal injury or death after a flood
▶ Do not attempt to operate an appliance if any part of it has been under
water.
▶ An appliance that was subject to flooding must be replaced.
CAUTION: Appliance damage from contaminated combustion air
▶ Keep the combustion air free of corrosive substances, e.g.
halogenated hydrocarbons from painting operations or beauty
salons.
▶ Keep combustion air free from dust and lint, e.g. from laundry or
agricultural operations.
▶ If clean room air is not available, fresh outdoor combustion air must be
provided.
NOTICE: Risk of appliance damage from improper operation of the
boiler
▶ Only use the boiler for its intended purpose.
▶ Only operate the boiler if it has been installed and maintained per the
instructions provided in the Installation Manual.
▶ Do not attempt to operate an appliance if any part of it is not in
working order or is damaged.
▶ Use only original spare parts. The use of parts not supplied by the
manufacturer may cause damage to the boiler, other property and
personal injury. Also, boiler damage caused by the use of
unauthorized parts is not covered by the warranty.
NOTICE:
▶ The installation must comply with all applicable national, state, and
local codes, rules, and regulations.
▶ The operator is responsible for the operational safety and regulatory
compliance of the heating system.
▶ In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the appliance must be
installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter.
NOTICE:
▶ Upon completion of the installation, these instructions should be
handed to the owner and operator of the appliance.
▶ The installer must instruct the owner and operator on the functionality
of the components and the proper operation of the boiler and the
heating system.
▶ The boiler must be serviced annually including the main burner,
ignition burner, the entire venting system, and the combustion air
supply. All parts that show any signs of damage or corrosion must be
replaced.
Conversion to a different gas type
▶ Before the heating system is converted to a different type of gas, the
gas line must first be shut off and then the power to the heating system
disconnected.
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2 Product description
These instructions contain important information for the safe and proper
conversion of the special gas-fired boiler Logano G234X from natural
gas to propane.
The special gas-fired boiler Logano G234X is generally referred to below
as a boiler.
These conversion instructions are intended for specialists, who –
through their vocational training and experience – are knowledgeable in
the handling of heating systems and oil/gas installations.
2.1

Correct use

This conversion kit and the accompanying instructions are for
conversion of the special Model G234X gas-fired boiler from natural gas
to propane.
Performance requirements
Boiler size Unit kW
G234X-38 46.9
G234X-45 54.8
G234X-55 66.8
G234X-64 78.0
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2.2

Standards, regulations and directives

Observe all standards and guidelines applicable to the
installation and operation of this heating system in your
jurisdiction!

2.2.1 National regulations

The design and mode of operation of this boiler comply with the
American National Standard ANSI Z21.13/CSA4.9, latest edition for
Gas Fired Low Pressure Steam and Hot Water Boilers.
Other approvals and certifications are indicated by stickers on the
boiler.
Installation of the boiler must comply with all applicable codes and
regulations imposed by the national, Federal or local authorities and
bodies. If no specific requirements are defined, the latest edition of the
National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 must be complied with
for all installations in the USA. Installations in Canada must comply with
the latest edition of the Installation Code for Gas Burning Appliances and
Equipment, CAN/CSA-B.149. The relevant authorities and regulatory
bodies must be informed before installation starts.
Where required by local regulations, the system must comply with the
American Society of Mechanical Engineers Safety Code for Controls and
Safety Devices for Automatically Fired Boilers (ASME CSD-1).
Carbon monoxide detectors must be installed as specified by the local
regulations. The boiler must be serviced annually.

2.2.2 Boiler operating conditions

Maximum boiler temperature:
Maximum operating pressure:
The hot water heating system must comply with all applicable codes and
regulations. If an existing boiler is replaced, the complete hot water
Logano G234X – 6 720 805 917 (2012/12)
Burner rating
MBtu/hr
160
187
228
266
210 °F (99 °C)
58 psi (4 bar)