elco Firebird FB 2 K LN Instructions Manual

elco Firebird FB 2 K LN Instructions Manual

Low nox kerosene burners
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FB 2 K
LN
LOW NOx
KEROSENE BURNERS
Instructions to Assembly,
Commissioning and Maintenance
Before installing and using the burner, read this manual carefully
and keep it close to the burner.
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  • Page 1 FB 2 K LOW NOx KEROSENE BURNERS Instructions to Assembly, Commissioning and Maintenance Before installing and using the burner, read this manual carefully and keep it close to the burner.
  • Page 2 RANGE This manual refers to the following products: BURNER MODEL FIREBIRD CODE ELCO CODE FB 2 K 18 LN 414713 3146022 FB 2 K 20 LN...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 1 SAFETY Overview ..............5 Intended use.
  • Page 4 5 COMMISSIONING Safety during commissioning ..........35 Checks before commissioning .
  • Page 5: Safety

    SAFETY SAFETY 1 .1 Overview These instructions for the installation, commissioning and maintenance of the burner are for use by technicians from professional heating companies that are qualified to carry out these activities. The instructions contain indications and information on how to move, handle, activate, adjust, maintain and remove the appliance and how to dispose of the components at the end of the their useful life.
  • Page 6: Symbols Used

    SAFETY 1 .3 Symbols used 1 .3 .1 Key to symbols used in the manual DANGER Maximum danger. Indicates operations that cause serious injury, death or long-term health risks if performed incorrectly. DANGER DANGER DANGER Indicates a dangerous situation that could cause serious injury, death or long-term health risks, caused by electricity, if handled without due care or incorrectly.
  • Page 7: Requirements For Personnel Or Operators

    SAFETY 1 .4 Requirements for personnel or operators CAUTION It may be hazardous to assign activities to personnel that are not sufficiently qualified. It may CAUTION harm the operators themselves if they perform manoeuvres or operations incorrectly, with a serious impact on personal safety, things and property. CAUTION Installation, commissioning and maintenance activities must only be carried out by the personnel of dedicated heating companies specifically qualified to perform these tasks.
  • Page 8: General

    GENERAL GENERAL 2 .1 Burner description FB 2 K LN is a latest generation single-stage burner fuelled by kerosene. The innovative combustion head ensures low NOx and CO emissions within the emission limits set out by European Regulations for energy related products (ErP). The burner uses functional components that, in addition to ensuring a long working life, also allow for easy installation, adjustment and maintenance.
  • Page 9: Identification

    GENERAL 2 .3 Identification Check the identification label of the burner (“Fig. 1”). 414716|BRN035ELN|3146025|SN0000 000004|SL005600012348|DH26/03/201 8 15.37.39 414716 3146025 13-18 BRN035ELN FB 2 K 35 LN 26,5 31,7 36,0 kg/h 1N-230 IP40 FUEL KEROSENE Visc. @ 20 °C 1-2,5 mm²/s WEIGHT 0000000004 Made in Italy...
  • Page 10: Structure

    GENERAL 2 .4 Structure 2 .4 .1 Structure of the burner Power indication LED Fastening screws for equipment plate Connection PLUG-IN between equip- Housing for internal rotor ment and ignition transformer Snorkel Reset button Air setting Control box Air intake Air valve indicator Fig.
  • Page 11 GENERAL Combustion head Electric motor for pump and fan Front panel Burner base Burner fixing bolt Oil pressure regulator Burner flange (supplied) Fuel-oil pump Burner cover fixing screw Solenoid valve Conventional flue carter (supplied) Ignition transformer Cable kit with 7 and 5 pin connectors Capacitor Extended pressure port Fig.
  • Page 12: Structure Of The Combustion Head

    GENERAL 2 .4 .2 Structure of the combustion head Combustion head Electrode group fixing screw Diffuser Combustion head fixing screw Electrode group Nozzle Diffuser fixing screw Fig. 4 12/64...
  • Page 13: Control Box

    GENERAL 2 .5 Control box The EBR-M1 control box, controls and monitors the forced draught burner. The microprocessor- controlled program sequence ensures maximum stability of time periods, regardless of fluctuations in the power supply or ambient temperature. The design of the control box protects it from the effects of flame outs. Whenever the supply voltage drops below its rated minimum level (170 ±...
  • Page 14: Controlled Shutdown

    GENERAL 2 .6 .2 Controlled shutdown – Boiler temperature control interrupts heat request. – The fuel-oil solenoid valve closes and the flame is extinguished. – The post-ventilation starts: time factory-set at 30 s. After the burner motor switches off. – Burner enters standby. 2 .6 .3 Safety function A safety shutdown occurs:...
  • Page 15: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA TECHNICAL DATA 3 .1 Dimensions and weights 288,5 137,5 Ø75 Ø 180 Ø 151,5 Ø 131,5 15 Max Øi 100 Fig. 7 Weight (kg) Model with packaging FB 2 K 18 LN FB 2 K 20 LN FB 2 K 26 LN FB 2 K 35 LN 3 0 0 Fig.
  • Page 16: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA 3 .2 Technical data FB 2 K 18 LN FB 2 K 20 LN FB 2 K 26 LN FB 2 K 35 LN 16,0 kW 18,6 kW 24,0 kW 31,7 kW Burner output factory setting 13.760 kcal/h 16.000 kcal/h 20.640 kcal/h 27.260 kcal/h...
  • Page 17: Electrical Diagram

    TECHNICAL DATA 3 .3 Electrical diagram CONTROL BOX EBR-M1 20-30 B4 S3 T2 T1 CONNECTION KIT B4 S3 T2 T1 L2 L1 L2 L1 SWITCH LIVE BURNER LOCK OUT EARTH NEUTRAL PERMANENT LIVE (230V-50Hz) Photo-resistor Ignition transformer MV Fan motor YVg Oil solenoid valve Fig.
  • Page 18: Installation

    INSTALLATION INSTALLATION 4 .1 Safety during assembly DANGER Danger of death! - Contact with live electrical components may cause serious incidents. - Only professionally-trained and qualified personal can operate on the electrical system. - Before any operation, switch off the power supply to the system by operating the main switch. Check there is no power and ensure restart is impossible.
  • Page 19: Installation Area

    INSTALLATION 4 .2 Installation area Before installation, make sure that the installation area satisfies the following requirements: – operating temperature between +5°C and +45°C – dry, frost resistant, well-ventilated – no accumulation of heavy powders – no high levels of humidity –...
  • Page 20: Assembly Tools

    INSTALLATION 4 .3 Assembly tools The most common and frequent operations on the burner are carried out simply using only the hex key supplied. This key can be used to: – remove the burner cover – remove the diffuser – adjust the electrodes group –...
  • Page 21 INSTALLATION – Check the position of the electrodes assuring that they are centered as shown in “Fig. 11”. A-A 1 : 1 Fig. 11 21/64...
  • Page 22: Burner Assembly

    INSTALLATION 4 .5 Burner assembly CAUTION Install the burner on the boiler according to the installation position shown in “Fig. 12”. CAUTION Installation 2,3 and 4 are forbidden for safety reason. Fig. 12 The burner is secured to the boiler using the connection flange supplied with the burner. Follow the instructions below: –...
  • Page 23 INSTALLATION – position the flange (2), with the screw (1) facing upwards, onto the boiler and secure it with the nuts (5) supplied – tighten the nuts (5) of the flange evenly and diagonally with a tightening torque of 3,5 Nm max .
  • Page 24: Removing And Fitting The Burner Cover

    INSTALLATION – insert the air intake pipe (8) and secure it using a pipe clamp (9), not supplied – in case of conventional flue applications remove snorkel and air conveyor (10) and replace with the conventional flue carter (11) supplied. Fig.
  • Page 25: Oil Systems

    INSTALLATION 4 .7 Oil systems FUEL LEAKS - Fuel leaks may cause fire to break out. - They may be toxic via inhalation and cause skin irritation. CAUTION - Act swiftly to remove the cause of the leak. If it is connected to a maintenance operation, use the dedicated personal protective equipment.
  • Page 26: Hydraulic Diagram

    INSTALLATION 4 .7 .1 Hydraulic diagram Pressure Suction Return Bypass screw Pressure gauge port Diaphragm Pressure adjustment Nozzle outlet Return outlet Filter Suction inlet NC Valve Pressure regulator Constriction Vacuum gauge port Fig. 18 4 .7 .2 Oil pump Fuel-oil solenoid valve Suction connection Solenoid valve electrical connection Return connection...
  • Page 27 INSTALLATION • One-pipe system (standard) The pump is supplied for operation with one pipe. The return connection is capped. Inside the pump, there is a screw with a by-pass washer (10) which allows the fuel to recirculate inside the pump. To apply the fuel delivery pipe, proceed as follows: –...
  • Page 28: Oil Feed And Suction Line With One-Pipe System

    INSTALLATION 4 .7 .3 Oil feed and suction line with one-pipe system Burner lower than tank H = x-y Fig. 22 Pipe length (m) Pipe length (m) H (m) H (m) Ø6 mm Ø8 mm Ø10 mm Ø6 mm Ø8 mm Ø10 mm CAUTION - X <...
  • Page 29: Oil Feed And Suction Line With Two-Pipe System

    INSTALLATION 4 .7 .4 Oil feed and suction line with two-pipe system Burner lower than tank H = x-y Fig. 24 Pipe length (m) Pipe length (m) H (m) H (m) Ø6 mm Ø8 mm Ø10 mm Ø6 mm Ø8 mm Ø10 mm CAUTION - X <...
  • Page 30: Electrical Connection

    INSTALLATION 4 .8 Electrical connection DANGER Danger of death caused by live components! Contact with live parts can lead to serious injury, take the following precautions: - ensure that the power is switched off for all electrical parts - electrical wiring installation must be carried out by qualified personnel and in compliance with the regulations currently in force in the country of destination.
  • Page 31: Electrical Connection To The Boiler

    INSTALLATION 4 .8 .1 Electrical connection to the boiler Burner FB 2 K LN leaves the factory configured for connection to a 7 pin electrical cable. An adaptor cable kit from 7 pins to 5 pins is also supplied and factory mounted. Proceed as follows to connect the burner to the boiler: –...
  • Page 32: Removing The Burner

    INSTALLATION 4 .9 Removing the burner DANGER Danger of death caused by live components! Before carrying out any operations on the burner, operate the main power switch for the system to cut off the power supply. If it becomes necessary to remove the burner, proceed as follows: –...
  • Page 33 INSTALLATION – remove the fuel delivery pipe (5) and the return pipe (6), if present Fig. 29 – drain any fuel still inside the burner and in the fuel delivery pipe and collect it in a basin – loosen the pipe clamp (7) and remove the air intake pipe (8), if present Fig.
  • Page 34 INSTALLATION – loosen the nut (9) securing the burner to the boiler and, rotating the burner (10) slightly to the right, slide it off the boiler. Fig. 31 CAUTION Dispose of any fuel that comes out of the burner in accordance with applicable legislation in the CAUTION destination country.
  • Page 35: Commissioning

    COMMISSIONING COMMISSIONING 5 .1 Safety during commissioning CAUTION It may be hazardous to assign activities to personnel that are not sufficiently qualified. It may harm the operators themselves if they perform manoeuvres or operations incorrectly, with a CAUTION serious impact on personal safety, things and property. CAUTION Installation, commissioning and maintenance activities must only be carried out by the personnel of dedicated heating companies specifically qualified to perform these tasks.
  • Page 36: Factory Pre-Setting

    COMMISSIONING 5 .3 Factory pre-setting Burner Nozzle Pump* Type spray type FB 2 K 18 LN 0,40 80° SF Fluidics FB 2 K 20 LN 0,50 80° ES Danfoss FB 2 K 26 LN 0,65 80° ES Danfoss FB 2 K 35 LN 0,85 60°...
  • Page 37: Air Flap Position

    COMMISSIONING 5 .4 .1 Air flap position Turn the hex key (1) supplied: – clockwise to increase the air flap opening (O rises, CO decreases). – counterclockwise to reduce the air flap opening (O decreases, CO rises). Fig. 33 5 .5 Adjusting burner output Fuel-oil solenoid valve Suction connection...
  • Page 38: Burner Start

    COMMISSIONING 5 .5 .1 Burner start Before starting the burner, draw oil in until the filter is completely filled. Then start the burner by creating a heat demand on the boiler (refer to boiler installation manual). Open the bleed screw on the oil filter to allow the oil line to bleed fully during the preventilation phase.
  • Page 39: Check Pump Rotation

    COMMISSIONING 5 .6 .4 Check pump rotation CAUTION If the pump is blocked, proceed as follows. CAUTION – Disconnect the oil pipe from the pump – remove the pump (1) from the motor loosening screws (3) using the key supplied (2) Fig.
  • Page 40: Commissioning Record

    COMMISSIONING 5 .7 Commissioning record Confirm the work carried out in the commissioning report below by marking and X or an Commissioning work Note Done Check the heating system has been filled correctly and the air has been removed Check the flue system Check there are no leaks in the fuel supply system Start the burner and check that it is operating...
  • Page 41: Setting And Values Recorded

    COMMISSIONING 5 .7 .1 Setting and values recorded Customer: _________________________________________________________________ Heating system: _____________________________________________________________ BOILER Type Output kcal/h BURNER Type FB 2 K 18 LN FB 2 K 20 LN FB 2 K 26 LN FB 2 K 35 LN Serial number Output Nozzle size Spray angle/cone...
  • Page 42: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE 6 .1 Safety during maintenance The periodic maintenance is important for safety, good operation and long life cycle of the burner, reducing also consumption and polluting emissions. The burner must be serviced at least once a year. Only qualified and authorised personnel shall carry out maintenance and the calibration of the burner, in accordance with this manual and in compliance with the local standards and regulations.
  • Page 43: Important Components For Safety

    MAINTENANCE 6 .2 Important components for safety In order to ensure the long working life of the burner, we recommend periodically carrying out component checks. 6 .2 .1 List of parts typically subject to wear Parts subject to wear should be regularly checked by the technician during maintenance operations and if necessary replaced.
  • Page 44: Removing The Burner

    MAINTENANCE 6 .3 Removing the burner DANGER Danger of death caused by live components! Before carrying out any operations on the burner, operate the main power switch for the system to cut off the power supply. To remove the burner from the boiler, proceed as follows: –...
  • Page 45 MAINTENANCE – remove the fuel delivery pipe (5) and the return pipe (6), if present Fig. 40 – drain any fuel still inside the burner and in the fuel delivery pipe and collect it in a basin – loosen the pipe clamp (7) and remove the air intake pipe (8), if present Fig.
  • Page 46 MAINTENANCE – loosen the nut (9) securing the burner to the boiler and, rotating the burner (10) slightly to the right, slide it off the boiler. Fig. 42 CAUTION Dispose of any fuel that comes out of the burner in accordance with applicable legislation in the CAUTION destination country.
  • Page 47 MAINTENANCE To facilitate maintenance operations, secure the burner to the boiler by inserting the fastening screw (11) into the hole (12) on the burner base. Use one of the three square grooves on the burner base to secure the burner, which should be rotated to the best position for the maintenance operation to the carried out.
  • Page 48: Burner Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE 6 .4 Burner maintenance – Check the fuel supply components (pipe, pump, fuel delivery pipe) and their connections for leaks and signs of wear, replace parts as necessary. – Check that the electrical connection and connection cables are not damaged, replace them if necessary.
  • Page 49: Diffuser Position Check

    MAINTENANCE CAUTION If the air distributor (1) is removed from its housing, it must be repositioned, making sure that the hole (2) is aligned with the pin (3). CAUTION Fig. 45 6 .4 .2 Diffuser position check To check the position of the diffuser: –...
  • Page 50 MAINTENANCE – check the distance between the diffuser (1) and the nozzle (2) as shown in the figure. Fig. 47 – after having adjusted the position of the diffuser tighten the screw (8). – refit the combustion head. Fig. 48 50/64...
  • Page 51: Combustion Head Position Check

    MAINTENANCE 6 .4 .3 Combustion head position check To check the position of the combustion head: – check the distance between the combustion head (1) and the nozzle (2) as shown in the figure. Fig. 49 51/64...
  • Page 52: Electrode Position Check

    MAINTENANCE 6 .4 .4 Electrode position check – Check the distance between tips of electrodes (2 mm) Fig. 50 – Check the position of the electrodes assuring that they are centered as shown in “Fig. 51”. A-A 1 : 1 Fig.
  • Page 53: Replacing The Coil

    MAINTENANCE 6 .4 .5 Replacing the coil The pump coil is designed and built to withstand temperatures of up to 85°C. In the event of malfunctions or faults, replace the coil using the following procedure: – remove the connector (1) –...
  • Page 54: Cleaning The Internal Rotor

    MAINTENANCE 6 .4 .7 Cleaning the internal rotor Check there is no dust inside the fan wheel because this could reduce the combustion performances. Carry out maintenance operations, avoiding to damage the fan. Verify the correct position of fan wheel within the burner housing. Follow the sequence –...
  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING 7 .1 Combustion performances After carrying out commissioning, cleaning or maintenance, combustion parameters must be verified. Boiler has to maintain in operation at least 15 min. or reach a steady condition of operation, then check: – pump pressure –...
  • Page 56: Troubleshooting Diagram

    TROUBLESHOOTING 7 .3 Troubleshooting diagram Boiler control Burner supplied with motor heat demand runs Replace Check green Motor Pump motor blocked LED lights seized capacitor Check boiler Replace Check Dirty Clean filter control motor pump filter Cleaned Unblock/Replace pump Lock out after 20 sec pre-purge Check flame...
  • Page 57 TROUBLESHOOTING Boiler control Burner Lock out Is there a Remove supplied with motor during pre false flame false flame heat demand runs purge phase signal causes Boiler control Burner Lock out Is there a Remove supplied with motor during pre false flame false flame heat demand...
  • Page 58: Spare Parts List

    SPARE PARTS LIST SPARE PARTS LIST Fig. 59 58/64...
  • Page 59 SPARE PARTS LIST FB 2 K 18 LN FB 2 K 20 LN FB 2 K 26 LN FB 2 K 35 LN N° Description 3146022 3146023 3146024 3146025 0010 OIL PUMP 65327227 65327227 65327227 65327227 0020 COIL 65327245 65327245 65327245 65327245 0030...
  • Page 60: Manufacturer Certificate

    MANUFACTURER CERTIFICATE MANUFACTURER CERTIFICATE 9 .1 Manufacturer Certificate / EU Design Conformity Declaration We, Firebird, declare under our sole responsibility that the kerosene burners named FB 2 K . . . LN is conform to the following standards: – EN 267 –...
  • Page 61: Appendix

    APPENDIX APPENDIX 10 .1 Use of bio fuel blends The burner is suitable for kerosene with a biofuel content of up to 10%. It is a minimum requirement that the fuel blend (up to 10% Biofuel) is obtained with kerosene in accordance with the relevant standards, regional regulations and FAME in accordance with EN 14214.
  • Page 62 APPENDIX Wherever an existing tank is to be used to store the oil, in addition to the above mentioned checks on the materials, it is essential that the tank is first inspected to verify its condition and check for the presence of water or other contaminants. If contaminants are found, a deep clean should be carried out.
  • Page 63: Notes

    APPENDIX NOTES 63/64...
  • Page 64 Phoenix House, Eastern Wood Road, Langage Industrial Estate, Plympton, Plymouth, Devon PL7 5ET, United Kingdom. t: +44 (0)1752 691177 f: +44 (0)1752 691131 - e: sales@firebird.uk.com web: www.firebird.uk.com ELCO Via Roma, 64 - 31023 Resana (TV) - Italy Tel. +39 0423 719500 - Fax +39 0423 719580 Company subject to the direction and coordination of Ariston Thermo SpA.

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