General Information; General Warnings - PENSOTTI Solenne PCH50B-H Instruction Manual

GENERAL INFORMATION

1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 General warnings – Installation
Read all safety warnings in the "Instruction Manual". The additional safety issues outlined below must also be followed
completely when installing this Boiler.
Use of a properly calibrated electronic combustion analyzer MUST be used when installing, servicing or converting this
Boiler from Natural Gas to LP or from LP to Natural Gas.
Failure to remove or maintain the area free of combustible material, gasoline and other flammable liquids or vapors
can result in severe personal injury, death or substantial property damage.
All applicable local, state, national and provincial codes, ordinances, regulations and laws must be observed. For
installations in Massachusetts – code requires the units to be installed by a licensed plumbing or gas fitter.
If the hot water boiler is installed above radiation level or as required by the authority having jurisdiction, must be provided
with a low water cutoff device at the time of boiler installation.
Where required by the authority having jurisdiction, the installation must conform to the Standard for controls and safety
devices for automatically fired boilers, ANSI/ASME CSD1.
If an external electrical source is utilized, the appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with
local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Codes ANSI/NFPA 70 and or the CSA C22.1
Canadian Electrical Code.
Follow all local codes and/or the most recent edition of the National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1/NFPA
54) in the USA or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code in Canada (CAN/CSA B149.1).
This unit is designed for indoor installations. DO NOT operate this unit without the vent piping connected. Exhaust gases
must be completely expelled out of the building.
Do not use this appliance if any part has been underwater. Immediately call a qualified service technician to
inspect the appliance and replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been
underwater.
Be sure not to reverse the water and gas connections as this may damage the gas valves.
Water temperatures over 125°F can cause severe burns instantly or death from scalding. If the proposed
boiler outlet temperature is above 125°F, a thermostatically controlled mixing valve (or a temperature limiting
valve) for reducing point of use water temperature is recommended to reduce the risk of scald injury. Contact
a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for further information.
The appliance should be located in an area where leakage within the unit or at its connections will not result in
damage to the area adjacent to the appliance or to lower floors of the structure. PENSOTTI will not be
responsible for any damage resulting from leaking if adequate drainage is not provided. When such locations
cannot be avoided, it is recommended that a suitable drain pan, adequately drained, be installed under the
appliance.
The flow of combustion air and ventilation to the boiler must not be obstructed. The boiler area must be kept clear and
free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.
If the water quality is known to be highly acidic and/or extremely hard, water treatments (ie water softeners and
filtration) are recommended to maintain full warranty. Consult the local water authority.
DO NOT over-tighten fittings, as pipe and/or fitting damage may occur causing leakage. DO NOT install boiler where
subject to vibrations.
For other than a direct vent appliance, the appliance must be located as close as possible to a chimney or gas vent.
Should overheating occur or the gas supply fails to shut off, turn the manual gas control valve to the
appliance. Contact a Service Technician immediately.
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