Start Up Procedure; Testing Safety & Control Devices - PENSOTTI DK2-3 User Manual

START UP PROCEDURE

- Prior to start up make sure the service switch is in the OFF position
- Check all fittings and wiring.
- Insure that the boiler and the entire heating system are completely filled with water and that
all air has been purged from the system resulting that proper system pressure is achieved.
The minimum PSIG is 12.
- Check to insure that clean quality #1 or #2 heating oil has been used to fill your storage tank.
- Open all manual shutoffs throughout the system.
- Set operating controls to the recommended settings.
Follow the burner manufacturer's instructions for proper light off and setting. Using accurate
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combustion test equipment set the burner for proper "steady state" operation. The use of
accurate instruments is necessary to achieve maximum efficiency and lowest fuel costs.
- Place this manual, the control manual, and the burner manual along with related consumer
information in an easily accessible location. Installers should make the consumer aware of
the content and location of this information.
MAINTENANCE, SERVICE, AND CONTROL TESTING
Your heating appliance is designed to be maintained and serviced only by your heating
professional. The following sections provide information on maintenance and service
related activities. In the event a problem occurs consult your heating professional.
HOMEOWNER SERVICE CAUTION
In the event of a problem with the heating system the homeowner should perform the
following limited activities.
- Check to make sure that there is fuel in the tank and that oil valves are open.
- Set the thermostat above existing room temperature.
- Check for blown fuses or circuit breakers and make sure power switches are in an on
position.
- NEVER TAMPER WITH CONTROLS, WIRING, OR PIPING!!
TESTING SAFETY AND CONTROL DEVICES
Prior to initial startup and whenever maintenance is performed the following testing
procedures should be implemented.
- Set controls with the burner service switch in the off position.
- Set room thermostat at least 10 degrees F above room temperature.
- Set operating limit to maximum.
- Turn on the burner. After the burner has started and the boiler reaches a temperature of at
least 140 degrees F turn down the operating limit and make sure that it shuts off the burner.
Then adjust the operating limit as required to satisfy system demands.
Test the thermostat by raising and lowering the thermostat.
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Do not operate if any controls have been submerged.
WARNING
Contact a qualified technician for inspection prior to use.
CAUTION
Line voltage present care must be
used when testing controls.
9-1-2009