ELECTRIC HOT WATER
HOME HEATING
TM
CAREFREE
Burnham’s CarefreeTM line of boilers offers 100% fuel efficient electric heat in a smartly styled wall-hung
unit. The Carefree boiler combines the convenience of electric heat with the comfort that only a hydronic
system can provide.
The Carefree comes equipped with brand name quality controls, and all electric components are UL listed.
The one-piece cast iron construction provides dependable, long-lasting heat, and the heat exchanger is
covered by Burnham’s Lifetime True-Blue Limited Warranty. A large 3.5 gallon water capacity allows maximum heat extraction, and the heating elements are designed for years of trouble-free operation. The simple,
solid construction of this electric boiler makes it truly "carefree".
Conveniently available in three capacities ranging from 41,000 through 68,000 BTU/HR, the Carefree
boiler can meet your electric hydronic heating needs.
SPECIFICATIONS
CAREFREE RATINGS
Water Flow Rate — GPM
Boiler
Model
E-412
E-416
E-420
Note: DOE Heating Capacity ratings are shown. Where the boiler and piping are in the heated space, the boiler may be selected on the basis of the
Heating Capacity. Where a piping loss and/or pick up loss will exist, add this loss to the building loss to determine the total heating requirement.
Where a piping loss only will exist but cannot be calculated, multiply the calculated building loss by a 1.15 factor to determine the total heating
requirement. Design Working Pressure: 30 PSIG, Water Only.
DOE Heating Capacity MBH
240V 220V 208V 240V 220V 208V
41
55
68
35
46
58
31
41
52
AMPS
(240V)
50
70
85
Based on 20°F Temp. Rise
and Boiler Capacity at:
4.1
5.5
6.8
3.5
4.6
5.8
3.1
4.2
5.2
Recommended Power Supply to Boiler
Boiler Model KW AMPS Volts Phase
E-412
E-416
E-420
* For runs in excess of 50 ft. consult local and national electrical codes.
12
16
20
50
70
85
240/1
240/1
240/1
No./Size of
Elements
4-3KW
2-3KW, 2-5KW
4-5KW
Minimum*
Wire Size
6
4
2
Maximum
Fuse Size (AMPS)
60
80
90
Approx. Weight
Clearance Requirements
For Service
Accessability
(in inches)
Left Side
Right Side
Top
Bottom
Rear
Front
* Closet installation requires two ventilation openings, one located at top and one at
bottom, each opening to have 25 sq. in. net free area.
18
6
9
9
0
For Door
Removal
Approved for Closet and Alcove Installation
with Minimum Clearance to Combustible Material*
(in inches)
18
0
9
15
0
2" Closet
18" Alcove
Standard Equipment
Deluxe blue jacket Field wiring terminal block
Wall mounting brackets Thermostat terminal block
Heating element sequencers Dual high limit control
Neon indicator lights Pressure temperature gauge
Circulator delay control Safety relief valve
Circulator switch control Boiler drain valve
circuit fuse Internal wiring
Transformer - 120/24V-40VA Heating element relays
Approx.
Shipping
Weignt Lbs..
133
133
133
Full Lbs.
155
155
155
AFUE%
Water Content
Gals.
3-1/2
3-1/2
3-1/2
100
100
100
Dimensions (in inches)
Form No. PL81401361000-5/04-5Ms
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Printed in the U.S.A.
Phone: 717-397-4701
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