Quantum GAS-FIRED BOILERS Boiler User Manual


 
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l. Read the entire installation manual before beginning the installation. Failure to follow these
rules for safe installation and operation and these instructions could cause a malfunction of
the boiler and result in death, serious bodily injury, and/or property damage.
2. Check all applicable state and local building codes and utility company requirements
before installation. The installation must conform with these requirements in their
entirety. In the absence of these codes, use NFPA Installation Codes and good
industry practice.
3. Before servicing the boiler - allow the boiler to cool. Always shut off any electricity and
gas supply connected to the boiler prior to servicing.
4. Inspect gas line for leaks.
5. Be certain gas input rate is correct. Over firing may result in early failure of the boiler
sections. This may cause dangerous operation. Under firing may result in too much air
for the pre-mix burner causing poor or loss of combustion.
6. Never vent the products of combustion from this boiler to an enclosed space. Always
vent to the outdoors. Never vent to another room or to inside a building.
7. Be sure there is adequate outdoor air supply to boiler.for complete combustion.
8. Follow a regular service and maintenance schedule for efficient and safe operation. 9.
Keep boiler area clean of debris and free of combustible and flammable materials.
10. Proper through the wall or through the roof combustion venting shall be in accordance with the
materials and methods described in this manual. Installation must comply with local codes.
11. This boiler and related hot water heating systems are not do it yourself items. They
must be installed and serviced by qualified professionals.
WARNING
This boiler has been equipped for residential installations. If used for commercial applications, any
additional code requirements must be adhered to for installation. This may require additional
controls including but not limited to a low water cut off, a manual reset high temperature limit, and
wiring and/or piping modifications. The manufacturer is not responsible for any field installation
changes made to a boiler installation which are not described or acknowledged in this manual.
Complete all of the following prior to installing the boiler.
A. CODES
This boiler product is a gas-fired, direct vent, condensing boiler and must be installed in
accordance with all applicable federal, state and local building codes including, but not
limited to the following:
United States -Installation shall conform with National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA-54/ANSI
Z223.1-latest edition)
Canada - Installation shall be in accordance with CSA B 149.1 and .2. installation
codes.
RULES FOR SAFE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
BEFORE INSTALLING THE BOILER