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THIS BURNER IS NOT EQUIPPED FOR 2 LINE OPERATION. FOR 2 LINE OPERATION ORDER: PART # C7001025 FOR BF3, C7001026 FOR BF5 IMPORTANT: If this burner is being installed in a packaged unit (i.e. Burner comes with a boiler or furnace), follow the installation and set-up instructions supplied with the heating unit, as settings may differ from those shown in this manual.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TECHNICAL DATA - Model BF3....................3 TECHNICAL DATA – Model BF5 ....................4 OIL BURNER COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ..............5 Burner Components......................5 Serial Number Identification....................5 INITIAL SET-UP ..........................5 MOUNTING BURNER TO BOILER OR FURNACE..............6 Method 1 - Universal Mounting Flange ................6 Method 2 - Pedestal Mount....................7...
MOUNTING THE BURNER TO THE BOILER OR FURNACE There are two possible methods to mount the burner, depending on the individual application. These are: 1) Universal flange bolted to Boiler/Furnace unit. 2) Universal flange mounted to optional Pedestal mount, where flange mounting direct to appliance is not possible.
D) The burner can now be attached to the heating unit by inserting the AIR TUBE through the BURNER ACCESS HOLE (6) and into the appliance, making sure the MOUNTING FLANGE lines up with the appliance studs (6). Secure the burner in place using nuts (4). A visual verification of the air tube insertion into the combustion chamber of the heating unit is suggested.
APPLICATION FIELD WIRING – STANDARD DIRECT LINE VOLTAGE LOW VOLTAGE FIELD WIRING LINE SAFETY SWITCH LINE SAFETY SWITCH OPERATING OPERATING LIMIT SWITCH LIMIT SWITCH SAFETY SAFETY LIMIT SWITCH LIMIT SWITCH TRANSFORMER & SWITCHING RELAY • • • RIELLO FACTORY COIL WIRED SUB BASE BLACK...
NOZZLE PLACEMENT A) Determine the proper firing rate for the boiler furnace unit, considering specific application and use the Burner Set-Up charts on page 14 to select the proper nozzle and pump pressure to obtain the required input from the burner. B) Remove the NOZZLE ADAPTER (2) from the DRAWER ASSEMBLY by loosening the SCREW (1).
Burner Setup charts, on page 14. B) Retighten the RETAINING NUT (1). NOTE: MODEL BF3: Zero and three are scale indicators only. From left to right, the first line is 3 and the last line 0. MODEL BF5: Same as above except scale indicators are 0 and 4.
SINGLE LINE (GRAVITY FEED) Install the required fitting NPTF to NPT adapter into the pump's SUCTION LINE CONNECTION FITTING on left side of burner on top. Attach the required tubing to this fitting. Be sure that the plug in the RETURN LINE CONNECTION FITTING is tightened securely. SINGLE LINE SYSTEM -PIPE LENGTHS 3/8”...
fuel pump. WARNING: The height “P” in Pipe Length charts on page 11 should not exceed 13 feet (4m). WARNING: The vacuum should not exceed 11.44 inches of mercury. WARNING: An external, appropriately listed and certified oil filter must be placed in the fuel line between the fuel tank and the burner pump.
SETTING THE AIR DAMPER ADJUSTMENT A) The initial air damper setting is made by turning screw (2) until the top edge of the air damper (3) is aligned with the number according to the burner setup chart. B) Further adjustments can be made with the burner cover in place by removing plastic plug on the top right hand side of the cover.
MODEL BF3 & BF 5 NOZZLES: Any nozzle manufacturer, size, and angle spray pattern. The appliance in which the burner is installed into determines BF burner nozzle selection.
RIELLO 40 SERIES BF OIL BURNER TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART Thermostat is calling for heat Burner is not running Reset Control Box Burner Starts Burner Does Not Start Test for 120Vac Supply at sub-base between L(P) & N or terminals #3 & 5 120 Vac No Voltage •...
A TYPICAL LAYOUT FOR BF BURNER INTAKE AIR A) Use an approved air intake kit. B) Always keep intake air run to the minimum. C) Maximum intake air run of 4 (inch) diameter, flexible or rigid type of venting = 100’ D) Reduce intake air length by 10’...
PRECAUTIONS AIR FOR COMBUSTION Do not install burner in room with insufficient air for combustion. Be sure there is an adequate air supply for combustion if the boiler/furnace room is enclosed. It may be necessary to create a window to permit sufficient air to enter the boiler/furnace room.
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