RATINGS, DATA RATINGS Boiler Model Min. Natural Draft Oil Burner Input Net AHRI Ratings Chimney Size Number Heating A.F.U.E. Capacity Rating WITH TANK- Steam Sq. Ft. WITHOUT G.P.H. Round Square TANKLESS LESS Steam SFE-3090S SFE-3090ST 0.90 8"x8"x15' 82.0 SFE-4125S SFE-4125ST 1.25 8"x8"x15' 82.0...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Dimensions ............2 IMPORTANT: Read and understand the following instructions COMPLETELY before installing. Ratings, Data .............3 Safety Symbols ..........4 WARNING Locating The Boiler ..........5 Installations of boilers and venting shall be done only by qualified expert and in accordance with this Ventilation And Combustion Air ......6 manual.
LOCATING THE BOILER • Installations shall conform to the requirements of WARNING the authority having jurisdiction. Such applicable Fire hazard. Do not install boiler on combustible requirements take precedence over the general flooring or carpeting. Failure to follow these instructions of this manual. instructions could result in death or serious injury.
VENTILATION AND COMBUSTION AIR WARNING Asphyxiation, fire hazard. Do not obstruct air openings to combustion area. Follow instructions below, to maintain adequate combustion air. COMBUSTION AIR REQUIREMENTS (Minimum Opening Requirement) Unconfined Area* Confined Area** Outside Inside Outside Combustion Air Combustion Air Input (Mbh) Vertical Ducts Horizontal Ducts...
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VENTILATION AND COMBUSTION AIR When the boiler is installed in a confined space and Figure #4 all air is provided from the outdoors, the confined space shall be provided with two permanent openings, one commencing within 12 inches from the top and one commencing 12 inches from the bottom of the enclosure.
SUPPLY AND RETURN PIPING WARNING Burn or Scald Hazard. Discharge line shall be installed to safety valve outlet connection to avoid burns, scalding, or water damage due to discharge of steam and/or hot water during operation. Discharge line shall: • Connect to safety valve outlet. Piped down to safe point of disposal. Check local codes for maximum distance from floor or allowable safe point of discharge.
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SUPPLY AND RETURN PIPING Suggested piping for steam heating system can be seen in Figure #7. Actual piping may vary based on system design and local conditions. Figure #7...
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SUPPLY AND RETURN PIPING See Figure #8 for typical piping for domestic hot water DANGER heater. Water temperatures exceeding 125°F will cause • Automatic mixing valve must be installed on tankless severe burns instantly or death by scalding. heater outlet. Install per valve manufacturer's instructions.
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SUPPLY AND RETURN PIPING PUMPED RETURN SUGGESTED PIPING FOR MODULAR STEAM BOILERS - PUMPED RETURN Figure #9 STOP VALVE F & T TRAP HIGH LEVEL "SPILL" SYSTEM (DO NOT USE WITH CONDENSATE PUMP) TRAP RECEIVER TANK CHECK RECEIVER VALVE TANK BLOWOFF STOP VALVE...
VENTING SYSTEM INSPECTION & INSTALLATION If oil fired water heater is vented into same flue as boiler, WARNING provide separate hole into chimney whenever possible. Boiler is to be vented by natural draft and shall not When this isn’t possible, use “Y” connection in flue pipe, be connected into any portion of mechanical draft using separate draft regulator for each unit.
OIL TANK AND PIPING Tank Installation Fuel Pump Connections • Install oil tank and piping in accordance with National • Fuel pump connections and by-pass should be made Board of Fire Underwriters and local regulations. according to instructions attached to fuel pump. •...
ELECTRICAL WIRING Thermostat Installation WARNING Thermostat should be installed on inside wall about Electrical shock hazard. Turn OFF electrical power four feet above floor. supply at service panel before making electrical NEVER install thermostat on outside wall. connections. Failure to do so could result in death Do not install thermostat where it will be affected by or serious injury.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Sequence Of Operation Figure #14 On call for heat, thermostat will actuate, completing the ELECTRONIC LOW circuit to the boiler. In turn, the ignition systems are WATER CUT OFF PRESSURE RELIEF activated and ignition will begin. VALVE TOP JACKET PANEL In event of a low water condition, an automatic low water WATER...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Start-Up And Adjustment Of Oil Burner Check electrode setting, they may have been jarred out of position during transportation. (See oil burner instructions for nozzle and electrode setting) Lubricate burner motor if necessary. Set room thermostat to call for heat, or jump Do not set fire visually.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A. Pressure Control - Remove cover and note pressure Opening Burner Swing Door setting. With boiler operating, decrease setting. Turn off power to boiler and allow boiler to cool down. When setting is lower than boiler pressure, control Disconnect power cable at factory supplied burner will open and turn off boiler.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Impurities in boiler water of a steam boiler may cause WARNING foaming and an unsteady water line, or prevent steam Burn and scald hazard. Verify Boiler is off and generation. They may result in objectionable odors cooled before performing maintenance. Have a escaping from the vents on water boilers.
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Using Cleaning Compound Electronic Low Water Cut-Off If an exceptional amount of dirt or sludge seems to be Operation of the probe and control should be checked, with present in the boiler, a boiler cleaning compound made by the burner on, by draining the water via the drain on the a reputable manufacturer may be used according to the bottom of the boiler.
SERVICE CHECKLIST Inspect Chimney and Flue Pipe [ X ] Controls and Safety Devices [ X ] Inspect and Clean Appliance [ X ] Nozzle-Size, Angle, Type [ * ] Inspect Oil Line - Size/Leaks [ X ] Pump Pressure/Vacuum [ * ] Inspect Electrical Connections [ X ]...
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• This boiler is part of a modular or multiple boiler system having a total input of 300,000 BTU/hr or greater. • This boiler is equipped with a tankless coil. UTICA BOILERS 2201 Dwyer Avenue Utica NY 13501 web site: www.ecrinternational.com...