Oil/gas-fired near-condensing hot water boiler (86 pages)
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GT 400 A English Fuel oil/gas hot water boiler 11/03/09 Assembly and installation instructions Please Read & Save This Instruction Manual for Future Reference Warning: Before putting the boiler into operation read this manual Notice: carefully. This manual must be retained for future reference. Improper...
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The boiler is certified to use only these fuels listed below, do not burn garbage or paper, never leave combustible material near it. Do not burn gasoline, crankcase draining or any other fuel containing gasoline. Natural Gas, Propane Gas & # 2 Fuel Oil GT 400 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E...
1 Boilers covered by this document The GT 400 A boilers are pressurized hot water heating boilers, The boiler is equipped with standard control panel. connected to a flue, fitted with an independent burner using domestic fuel oil or gas.
- All Models Certified to Fire; # 2 oil, Natural & Propane Gases. Consult factory for Available Burners. - All Models Comply and Certified in Accordance to the latest Canadian & US standards 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E GT 400 A...
Boiler Installation 1 Installation The GT 400 A boiler has a sturdy underframe, it does not need any special base although a housekeeping pad is recommended to keep steel parts out of casual water. Its furnace is closed, so it is not necessary to place it on a fireproof floor, but the floor must be able to bear the weight.
Front section Boiler model section section n° 8229-0043 8229-0045 8229-0041 8229-0042 GT 408 A GT 409 A GT 410 A GT 411 A GT 412 A GT 413 A GT 414 A GT 400 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E...
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Avoid to locate the junction point at the bottom of the section. 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E GT 400 A...
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Clean the bores and nipples with a solvent. Handle the nipples with gloves, there might be sharp edges. Coat them with the lubricant supplied with the sections. Step four - Drive in the 2 nipples gently. GT 400 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E...
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For safety, insert an upper assembly rod (body accessories pack) into the holes in the 2 sections. Gently and at the same time drive in the 2 nipples of the rear section using a hammer and a piece of wood. 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E GT 400 A...
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Step seven - Fit the remaining sections one by one in the order given, proceeding as per steps 3-4-5-6. - Leave the assembly tool in place. GT 400 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E...
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(packs CS428 to CS434 and CS11 to CS14) with the assembly rods (body accessories pack) as shown in details A-B- C-D. - Install the lower assembly rods in the order given in the figure. - Remove the assembly tool. 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E GT 400 A...
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Ensure that all the air in the boiler is vented to avoid any bursting of the body. After the tightness test, drain the boiler and remove all the parts used for the test. GT 400 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E...
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(see detail). • Attach the cleaning traps (pack CS 20) Using 4 bolts H 12 + 2 washers L 12 and 2 washers M 12. GT 411 A to GT 414 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E GT 400 A...
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25 + 2 washers CL 14. Step thirteen Body accessories pack Install the burner door ( 4 M 12 nuts+ 4 thick washers L12 x 32 x Install the hinge mounted on its pin. GT 400 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E...
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Install the upper (1), middle (2) and lower (3) + (4) baffles, noting the sequence given in the chart. Close the sweeping doors and secure using 3 nuts HM12 + 3 thick washers L12 x 32 x 5. 27/03/07 GT 400 A...
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GT 408 A GT 409 A GT 410 A GT 411 A GT 412 A GT 413 A GT 414 A pack CS 10 CS 13 CS 14 CS 11 CS 12 GT 400 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E...
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Put the left and right cable ways in place, respecting the assembly sequence. Secure the cable ways (3 screws HM5x25 + serrated washers). Secure the front top panel (package CS10) with 4 screws HM5x25 + serrated washers. 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E GT 400 A...
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Make the electrical connections on the two terminal blocks provided for this purpose inside the control panel - see § 7. • Close the control panel (3 self tapping screws + lock washers on the rear). GT 400 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E...
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(CS13) 19 (CS13) (CS434) • Install the remaining side panels in the order given in the table : position each panel in the lower casing supports then attach it in the wiring trough. 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E GT 400 A...
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2 self-tapping screws ø 3.94 x 12.7 + lock washers. Attach the burner’s upper front panel onto the burner door and fix it using 2 bolts HM 12 x 25 + flat washers. 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E GT 400 A...
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Stick the data plates and the warning label on the casing of the boiler on a visible location. A : Stick data plate B : Stick English warning label C : Stick French warning label GT 400 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E...
26. Water treatment if TH > 25° 13. Non return valve 27. Heating circuitfilling (with disconnector if required 14. Heating pump under applicable regulations). 15. Low-water cutoff safety device [as required by code] GT 400 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E...
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5 Boiler Venting 5. Boiler Venting & Chimney General Caution & Warning: It is advised and recommended that the heating contractor-professional apply vent materials that are approved and agency listed. Installation of any venting must follow all local codes in conjunction with vent manufacturer instructions and appliance manufacturer instructions.
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The P-trap assembly must be properly filled with water to avoid escape of flue gas emissions. The flue gas condensation may require neutralization prior to entering the drain. GT 400 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E...
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5 Boiler Venting 5.2 Boiler Venting – Category III & IV Vent Systems Typical Layouts and Requirements. Caution & Warning: Improperly sealed venting system could result in carbon monoxide [CO] poisoning; ensure adequate support and fastening of the system. Ensure venting can safely exhaust all flue gases outside in an effective manner. These systems must operate under a positive vent pressure condition that is stable.
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The P-trap assembly must be properly filled with water to avoid escape of flue gas emissions. The flue gas condensation may require neutralization prior to entering the drain. GT 400 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E...
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[x3] = 3 ft. Elbow 90° [x1] = 10 ft. Termination TEE [x1] = 0 ft. Length [equivalent] = 23 ft. GT 300 A/II Series GT 400 A Series Boiler [∆p] Pressure Boiler Oil-Gas [∆p] Pressure switch Oil-Gas Model Model...
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Less than 1 ft. from soffit of the roof the flue gases. Less than 3 ft. from any building corner or L shape structure WARNING-CAUTION Consult Local Codes & Authorities for other Requirements not mentioned GT 400 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E...
The sizing of the boiler breeching and chimney venting must follow local and national code " requirements. GT 408 A to GT 410 A GT 411 A to GT 414 A 10" 12" Ø A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E GT 400 A...
A sediment trap must be provided upstream of the gas controls, Do not start the burner/boiler unless all access cover and • Location of manual main shutoff valve outside the jacket when codes require. panels are in place. GT 400 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E...
Main power to 4x4 junction box or enter rear of boiler through race way. C : 4x4 junction box location D : Run BX cable between insulation and casing from boiler panel E : Allow extra cable to swing burner open 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E GT 400 A...
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Boiler Control Panel Wiring GT 400 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E...
Follow burner manufactures instructions. • Mandatory factory start-up report to be completed and returned to comply with the warranty process. • Proper operating instructions of equipment to be related to operating personnel. 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E GT 400 A...
NO.1. Control dial temperature settings Dial # Temp F Important : (in the absence of bas) Do not set controls below the number 5 (122f) setting. GT 400 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E...
Middle 1 x 8229-0023 1 x 8229-0023 1 x 8229-0023 1 x 8229-0012 1 x 8229-0012 2 x 8229-0012 2 x 8229-0012 2 x 8229-0012 Lower 1 x 8229-0024 1 x 8229-0024 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E GT 400 A...
- Shut the boiler doors to avoid any air flow inside. - If the boiler has been stopped for several months, we also advise removing the flue connection and cap it. - Shut off the fuel shut off valves GT 400 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E...
2. Cap off venting of boiler at the boiler collars 3. Shut off supply & Return Valves 4. Shut off the fuel supply valves 5. Disconnect power at the panel 6. Clean boiler and venting 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E GT 400 A...
Isometric views and list of spare parts - GT 400 A 82274096E when ordering spare parts, do not forget to state the code number given opposite the description of the required part in the liste. BOILER BODY AND ACCESSORIES 35 34...
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CONTROL PANEL GT 400 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E...
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Seal for flame supervision window 8229-8841 Complete casing 8 sections 8229-8905 Complete right hand cleaning door 8229-8842 Complete casing 9 sections 8229-8906 Complete left hand cleaning door 8229-8843 Complete casing 10 sections 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E GT 400 A...
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Complete right hand wiring duct 8 sections 8229-8828 Complete right hand wiring duct 9sections 8229-8829 Complete right hand wiring duct 10 sections 8229-8830 Complete right hand wiring duct 11 sections 8229-8831 Complete right hand wiring duct 12 sections GT 400 A 21/09/06 - 94863449 - 82294154E...
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