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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...
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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...
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...
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.
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.
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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”...
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.
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...
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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”...
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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 □...
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-----------------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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