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INSTALLATION
AND
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
SF3100 Through SF6175
Keep these instructions with the boiler at all times for future reference
BOYERTOWN FURNACE CO.
PO Box 100
BOYERTOWN, PA 19512
1-610-369-1450
www.boyertownfurnace.com
06-28-22

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION OPERATOR’S MANUAL SF3100 Through SF6175 Keep these instructions with the boiler at all times for future reference BOYERTOWN FURNACE CO. PO Box 100 BOYERTOWN, PA 19512 1-610-369-1450 www.boyertownfurnace.com 06-28-22...
  • Page 2 Be Aware of Hazard Definitions Denotes presence of a hazard which, if ignored, will result in severe personal injury, Danger death or property damage Denotes presence of a hazard which, if ignored could result in severe personal injury, Warning death or substantial property damage. Denotes the presence of a hazard, which if ignored, could result in minor personal Caution injury or property damage...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Ratings and Data………………………………………………………………………4 Clearances……………………………………………………………………....5 Ventilation and Combustion Air………………………………………………………5 Boiler Assembly……………………………………………………………….....6 Temperature control Installation and Adjustment Boiler Trim Piping System Piping………………………………………………………………...……….9 Bypass Piping Low Water Cut-Off Relief Valves Expansion Tanks Coil Piping Venting Systems……………………………………………………………………..11 Chimney Venting Direct Venting Burner Installation……………………………………………………………….…...14 Swing Door……….……………………………………………………………….….15 Baffle installation 3 Section Boiler……………..………………………………….…15...
  • Page 4: Ratings And Data

    Ratings and Data Boiler Model No. SF3100 SF3115 SF4125 SF4140 SF1550 SF5170 SF6175 Firing Rate - #2 Fuel 1.00 1.15 1.25 1.40 1.50 1.70 1.75 Oil Input BTU/HR 140,000 161,000 175,000 196,000 210,000 238,000 245,000 DOE Capacity BTU/HR 123,000 140,000 154,000 171,000 185,000...
  • Page 5: Clearances

    Installation Clearances WARNING Boilers in rooms shall be installed with the clearances from combustible materials not less than indicated below. Combustible materials are those made of or surfaced with wood, compressed paper, plant fibers, plastics, or other material that will ignite and burn, whether flame proofed or not, or whether plastered or not.
  • Page 6: Boiler Assembly

    hundred (100) square inches. These openings must freely communicate with the interior areas having adequate infiltration from the outside. When the boiler is installed in a confined space and 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.
  • Page 7 8. The overall range of the High Limit is from 130 F to 220 F. Typically it would be set in the range of F to 200 F. Do not set the high limit below 140 F as excessive condensation will occur. F for with coil boilers and to the “Off”...
  • Page 8: Boiler Trim Piping

    HydroStat Control The HydroStat model 3250 TC is programmed with the latest in rapid response smart hot water technologies to give you maximum fuel efficiency and hot water response. When installed with the optional Smart H O Energy Manager and a wffi enabled smart outlet, or a timer it allows for the scheduling of domestic water to meet your demands to give you additional fuel savings.
  • Page 9: System Piping

    F FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME. º The Solaia Forte boiler is a highly efficient boiler in which care must be taken to ensure that high volumes of low temperature water are not introduced into the boiler. Operating at return water temperatures below 130ºF for extended periods of time will allow for the accumulation of condensation, scale, and increased...
  • Page 10 Knock outs are located on either side or the top of the jacket front panel to choose best location for the domestic water piping. Typical installation shown below. Installation must comply with the mixing/anti scald valve manufacturer’s recommendations. For ease of installation boilers with coil are supplied with 3/4" brass close nipples and elbows. These parts are tied to the lower jacket bracket.
  • Page 11: Venting Systems

    VENTING WARNING Failure to follow all instructions can result in flue gas spillage and carbon monoxide emissions, causing severe personal injury or death. All chimneys must meet the requirements of NFPA 211 and NFPA 31 or NFPA 54 Chimney The boiler must be connected to an adequate chimney or an approved venting system in accordance with these instructions.
  • Page 12 stains on the interior building walls should be investigated further. The operational flue temperatures for º º boilers range from 350 F to 450 F at the outlet of the boiler. These temperatures are further reduced before reaching the chimney due to heat loss through the vent connector and dilution from the draft regulator. The resulting flue gas temperatures may become low enough to form condensation on the chimney liner walls.
  • Page 13: Direct Venting

    If two or more openings are provided into one chimney, they shall be at different levels on the same story of the building, with the smaller appliance entering at the highest possible level consistent with clearances to combustible materials. Two or more connectors shall not be joined together unless the common connector, manifold and chimney are properly sized.
  • Page 14: Burner Installation

    THE MINIMUM DISTANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS FROM THE DOUBLE WALL INSULATED VENT PIPING IS 2”. CONSULT NFPA-31 FOR REDUCED CLEARANCES. The air intake must be installed to the air inlet collar on the combination vent hood and to the burner. The air intake kit consists of one 4”...
  • Page 15: Swing Door

    Check that there is a complete seal between the door and the burner flange after installing ceramic fiber seal furnished with the burner. Swing Door Opening the Door 1. Turn off power to boiler. 2. Allow boiler to cool down. 3.
  • Page 16: Oil Tank

    Oil Tank and Piping Oil tanks and piping should be installed in accordance with the National Board of Fire Underwriters and local codes. Connection of the oil line to burner must be positioned to permit easy opening of the burner swing door. Use continuous heavy walled copper tubing with flare fittings only.
  • Page 18 Smart H2O Energy Manager Wiring O Energy Manager functions by closing the circuit between the “OR” and “C” terminals on the The Smart H HydroStat 3250 control when power is applied to the Smart H O Energy Manager. The Smart H O Energy Manager contains a normally open relay.
  • Page 19: Operation

    Start-Up … Warning… Use only No. 2 fuel oils. Note: Do not attempt to start the burner if excess oil has accumulated. Note: Do not use gasoline, crankcase draining or any oil containing gasoline. 1. Make sure that normal water level has been obtained in the boiler and system. 2.
  • Page 20: Control Circuit Safety Checks

    Preliminary Oil Burner Settings Boiler Burner Nozzle Air Setting Turbulator/ Pump Press Head SF3100 Riello F5 0.75 x 60W Beckett AFG 0.85 x 60B Shutter 9 Band 1 Carlin EZ-1 0.85 x 70B SF3115 Riello F5 0.85 x 60W Beckett AFG 0.90 x 60B Shutter 9 Band 0 Carlin EZ-1...
  • Page 21: Boiler

    Boiler At the beginning of each heating season, the boiler flue passages, and the burner should be checked for cleanliness and if necessary, they should be cleaned. The following procedure is required for inspection and cleaning the boiler flue passages. 1.
  • Page 22: Warranty

    This warranty in no way can be considered as a guarantee of workmanship of an installer connected with the installation of the Solaia cast iron or as imposing on Boyertown Furnace Company liability of any nature in the installation which liability is expressly disclaimed.
  • Page 24: Installation And Service Check List

    Installation and Service Check List Boiler Model: _______________________ Serial No.: ____________________ Installation Date: ______________________ Installer Name: ________________________ Phone No.: ____________________ Boiler Installation □ Boiler level and in solid contact with floor? □ Boiler and burner wired per wiring diagram and National Electric Code? 120VAC wiring Type_____ Size _____ AWG □...
  • Page 25 Item Qty. Description SF3100 SF4125 SF5150 SF6175 Jacket Front Panel 509000 509000 509000 509000 Left Side Jacket Panel 509030 509060 509090 509120 Jacket Upper Bracket 509170 509170 509170 509170 Jacket Top Panel 509020 509050 509080 509110 Jacket Rear Panel 509010 509010 509010 509010...
  • Page 29 -----------------Cut and Return This Form or register online at www.boyertownfurnace.com----------------- Boyertown Furnace Co. P.O. Box 100 Boyertown, PA 19512 Boiler Model:_________________ Date Installed: _________________Serial Number: _________________ Name of Purchaser: _________________________________________________________________________ Purchaser’s Address: ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ Dealer’s Name: _____________________________________________________________________________ Dealer’s Address: ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________...

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