Product Description; Correct Use; Standards, Regulations And Directives; National Regulations - Buderus LOGANO PLUS GB312 Installation Instructions Manual

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Product description

2 Product description
These installation and servicing instructions contain important
information regarding the safe and proper installation, commissioning
and servicing of the Logano plus GB312 gas condensing boiler.
These installation and servicing instructions are intended for qualified
heating contractors, who – as a result of their technical training and
experience – are skilled in dealing with heating systems and gas
installations.
The boiler can be fitted with a programming unit such as the RC35
(available separately).
Only use the boiler in the combinations and with the accessories and
components that are specified in the installation and servicing
instructions.
Other combinations, accessories and worn out parts must only be used
if they are specifically designed for the intended application and do not
affect the system performance and the safety requirements.
2.1

Correct use

The Logano plus GB312 is designed for heating central heating system
water and, with the use of an indirect tank, domestic hot water, for
instance in apartment buildings.
2.2

Standards, regulations and directives

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

2.2.1 National regulations

The heating system must comply with the requirements of the relevant
regulatory authorities or otherwise of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z 223.1. In Canada, the requirements of CAN/CSA-B.149.1 and 2,
Installation Code for Gas Burning Appliances and Equipment, must be
observed.
Where required by the authority having jurisdiction, the heating system
must conform to the Standard for Controls and Safety Devices for
Automatically Fired Boilers, ANSI/ASME CSD-1.
Carbon monoxide detectors must be installed as specified by the local
regulations. The boiler must be serviced annually.
Boiler operating conditions
The heat exchanger has been designed and certified in accordance with
the ASME Boiler and Vessel Code, Section IV.
Maximum boiler temperature:
Maximum operating pressure:
The hot water piping system must comply with the applicable legislation
and regulations. If an existing boiler is replaced, the complete hot water
piping system must be inspected to ensure that it is in perfect condition
to ensure safe operation.
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200 °F
50 psi
2.3

Compliance with standards and 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 confirmed 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, in the USA, the latest
edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 applies. In
Canada, installation must comply in all respects with the latest edition of
the Installation Code for Gas Burning Appliances and Equipment, CAN/
CSA-B.149 and the applicable local regulations and requirements for
the appliance category. 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).
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, this appliance must be
installed by a licensed plumber and gas fitter. Valves external to the
boiler must be fitted with T-handles and condensate piping must be
installed in accordance with the State Plumbing Code.

2.3.1 Massachusetts Installations Only:

(a) For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in
every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for
residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the
Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less
than seven (7) feet above finished grade in the area of the venting,
including but not limited to decks and porches, the following
requirements shall be satisfied:
1. INSTALLATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS
At the time of installation of the side wall horizontal vented gas fueled
equipment, the installing plumber or gasfitter shall observe that a hard
wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm and battery back-up is
installed on the floor level where the gas equipment is to be installed. In
addition, the installing plumber or gasfitter shall observe that a battery
operated or hard wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm is
installed on each additional level of the dwelling, buiding or structure
served by the side wall horizontal vented gas fueled equipment. It shall
be the responsibility of the property owner to secure the services of
qualified licensed professionals for the installation of hard wired carbon
monoxide detectors.
a. In the event that the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled
equipment is installed in a crawl space or an attic, the hard wired carbon
monoxide detector with alarm and battery back-up may be installed on
the next adjacent floor level.
b. In the event that the requirements of this section can not be met at the
time of installation, the owner shall have a period of thirty (30) days to
comply with the above requirements. The prerequisite for this is the
installation of a battery-powered carbon monoxide detector with alarm
for these 30 days.
Logano plus GB312 – 6 720 647 367 (2012/11)