I. SAFETY SECTION
This page and the following contain various warnings and cautions found
throughout the Oil Furnace Manual. Please read and comply with the statements
below.
WARNING AND CAUTIONS:
WARNING: This furnace is not to be used as a construction heater. See Page 4
WARNING: The predetermined limit locations on all of the Spirit oil-fired furnaces have
been tested and approved. Any attempt to relocate these safety controls or replace
these safety controls with a control that is not approved, or is incompatible, may result in
personal injury, substantial property damage or death. See Page 15
WARNING: THE HEAT EXCHANGER MUST BE CLEANED BY A QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSON. See Page 34
CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MAKE REPAIRS YOURSELF! See Page 32
WARNING: The area around the furnace should be kept free and clear of
combustible liquids and material, especially papers and rags. See Page 32
WARNING: NEVER burn garbage or refuse in your furnace. Never try to ignite oil
by tossing burning papers or other material into your furnace. See Page 32
WARNING: Spirit oil furnaces are designed to burn No. 1 or No. 2 distillate fuel
oil. Bio fuel blend up to 5% (B5) is permissible. NEVER USE GASOLINE OR A
MIXTURE OF OIL AND GASOLINE. See Page 32
CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START THE BURNER WHEN:
1. Excess oil has accumulated,
2. The furnace is full of vapors
3. The combustion chamber is very hot.
IF ONE OR MORE OF THESE CONDITIONS EXIST, CONTACT A QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSON. See Page 32
WARNING: DO NOT START BURNER UNLESS BLOWER DOOR IS SECURED IN
PLACE.
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