Siting; Ventilation - FULTON VMP Series Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

INSTALLATION - 2
2.2.2

SITING

Failure to provide required and safe access to the equipment could impede commissioning and maintenance.
Service technicians are instructed not to commence commissioning if hazardous conditions exist.
(Reference should be made to Utilisation Procedures as stated in IGE/UP/10 Part 1
Communication 1676, and in particular to Section 5, Location of Appliances).
The boiler house should be sufficiently sized to allow easy and safe access to all parts of the
boiler for operational and maintenance purposes.
Reference should be made to Appendix A - TI-128-VMP Dimensions & Specification to
ascertain the relevant dimensions and weights, special note should be taken of the required
vertical clearance required for maintenance.
Maintenance on the burner assembly requires the area directly above and to one side of the boiler must
not be obstructed with pipework or equipment which would interfere with the removal of the complete
burner unit. Care should be taken on installation of the boiler to ensure this area remains clear of
The flooring must be level, laid in a non-combustible material and be of sufficient strength to
support the boiler.
2.3

VENTILATION

Adequate fresh, clean air is necessary for safe and efficient combustion, and should be provided
at high and low level in accordance with BS 6644 1991 and IGE/UP/10 Part 1 Communication
1676.
It is essential that only fresh air be allowed to enter the combustion air system. Foreign
substances in the combustion system can create hazardous conditions. Particulate matter like
lint, combustible volatiles, dust, smog or chemicals (example, perchlorethlylene, halogenated
compounds) in the combustion air supply to the equipment will cause damage or failure of the
burner and is not covered under warranty.
Eliminate potential for high risk situations for particulate matter to be in the air supply (e.g.,
as the result of construction or maintenance activities). If foreign substances can enter the air
stream, the combustion air inlet must be piped to an outside location. Failure to do so will void the
warranty.
Ventilation requirements for LPG. Low level vents should be located as low as reasonably
practical within 250 mm of the floor level. High level should be located as high as reasonably
practical.
Note: Ensure that there is adequate ventilation in the boiler room. Lack of ventilation will create a high
temperature and cause control lockout. There is a minimum ventilation requirement to supply the air for
combustion.
Note: Do not keep exhaust fans running with windows, doors and vents closed, this will interfere with the
necessary boiler draught.
Note: Do not store chemicals such as perclorethylene in the boiler house, the fumes may damage the boiler and
flue and cause the burner to lock out on flame failure.
Note: see Appendix A - TI-128-VMP Dimensions & Specification for low and high level values.
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