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MODU-FIRE® FORCED DRAFT
Gas-Fired Boiler Installation
3.0 INSTALLATION
WARNING!
Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency, or gas supplier.
3.1
RECEIVING AND STORAGE
3.1.1 Initial Inspection
Upon receiving the boiler, inspect it for signs of
shipping damage.
Important: Note any damage or shortage on the
freight bill and immediately notify the carrier.
File all claims for shortage or damage with the
carrier.
3.1.2 Storage Prior to Installation
If the boiler is not installed immediately, it must be
stored in a location adequately protected from the
weather, preferably indoors. If this is not possible,
then it should remain in the shipping container and
be covered by a tarpaulin or other waterproof cover-
ing.
Notice: Controls and other equipment that are dam-
aged or fail due to weather exposure are not covered
by warranty.
3.2
COMPLIANCE WITH CODES
The MODU-FIRE
®
FORCED DRAFT Boiler
with standard components and many options com-
plies with American National Standard/CSA Stan-
dard ANSI Z21.13/CSA 4.9, latest edition, Gas-
Fired Low Pressure Steam and Hot Water Boilers.
The heat exchanger is constructed and stamped in
accordance with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel
Code, Section IV for 160 psig maximum operating
pressure and/or 250º F maximum operating tem-
perature. Other codes or approvals which apply will
be labeled on the boiler.
Installation of the boiler must conform to all the re-
quirements of all national, state and local codes es-
tablished by the authorities having jurisdiction or, in
the absence of such requirements, in the U.S. to the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54,
latest edition, and the specific instructions in this
manual. In Canada, the equipment shall be installed
in accordance with the current Installation Code for
Gas Burning Appliances and Equipment, CSA-
B.149, and applicable Provincial Regulations for the
class, which should be carefully followed in all
cases. Authorities having jurisdiction should be
consulted before installations are made.
Where required by local codes, the installation must
conform to American Society of Mechanical Engi-
neers Safety Code for Controls and Safety Devices
for Automatically Fired Boilers (ASME CSD-1).
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, see Massa-
chusetts Installation & Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment.
3.3
SETUP
3.3.1 Foundation
Provide a firm, level foundation, preferably of con-
crete.
Caution: The boiler may be installed on a combus-
tible floor; however, the boiler must
never be in-
stalled on carpeting.
Caution: This boiler is certified for indoor installa-
tion only.
3.3.2 Placement
The boiler must be level and upright to function
properly.
Use shims or other approved structural devices to
properly level boiler.
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