All boilers must be installed in accordance with National, State and Local Plumbing, Heating
and Electrical Codes and the regulations of the serving utilities. These Codes and Regulations
may differ from this instruction manual. Authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted
before installations are made.
In all cases, reference should be made to the following Standards:
USA BOILERS
A. Current Edition of American National Standard ANSI/NFPA 31, “Installation of Oil
Burning Equipment”, for recommended installation practices.
B. Current Edition of National Fuel Gas Code, NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1.
C. Current Edition of American National Standard ANSI/NFPA 211, “Chimneys, Fireplaces,
Vents, and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances”, For Venting requirements.
D. Current Edition of American Society of Mechanical Engineers ASME CSD-1, “Controls and
Safety Devices for Automatically Fired Boilers”, for assembly and operations of controls
and safety devices.
E. All wiring on boilers installed in the USA shall be made in accordance with the National
Electrical Code and/or Local Regulations.
CANADIAN BOILERS
A. Current Edition of Canadian Standards Association CSA B139, “Installation Code for Oil
Burning Equipment", for recommended Installation Practices.
B. The equipment shall be installed in accordance with the current Installation Code for Gas
Burning Appliances and Equipment, CSA B149, 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.
C. All wiring on boilers installed in Canada shall be made in accordance with the Canadian
Electrical Code and/or Local Regulations.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death, serious
injury or substantial property damage.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury
or substantial property damage.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in moderate or minor
injury or property damage.
Indicates special instructions on installation,
operation, or maintenance which are important
but not related to personal injury hazards.
CAUTION
NOTICE
NOTICE
This boiler has a limited warranty, a copy of which is printed on the back of this manual.
It is the responsibility of the installing contractor to see that all controls are correctly installed and are operating
properly when the installation is complete. The warranty for this boiler is valid only if the boiler has been
installed, maintained and operated in accordance with these instructions.
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DANGER
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other ammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal
injury or loss of life. Failure to follow all instructions in the proper order can cause personal injury or
death. Read and understand all instructions, including all those contained in component manufacturers
manuals which are provided with the appliance before installing, starting-up, operating, maintaining or
servicing this appliance. Keep this manual and literature in legible condition and posted near appliance
for reference by owner and service technician.
This boiler requires regular maintenance and service to operate safely. Follow the instructions contained
in this manual. Installation, maintenance, and service must be performed only by an experienced, skilled
and knowledgeable installer or service agency. All heating systems should be designed by competent
contractors and only persons knowledgeable in the layout and installation of hydronic heating systems
should attempt installation of any boiler. It is the responsibility of the installing contractor to see that all
controls are correctly installed and are operating properly when the installation is completed. Installation
is not complete unless a pressure relief valve is installed into the specied tapping located at the rear of
appliance - See Section III of this manual for details.
This boiler is suitable for installation on combustible ooring. Do not install boiler on carpeting. Do not
operate on oors where heat affected material is below.
Do not tamper with or alter the boiler or controls. Retain your contractor or a competent serviceman to
assure that the unit is properly adjusted and maintained.
Clean boiler at least once a year - preferably at the start of the heating season to remove soot and scale.
The inside of combustion chamber should also be cleaned and inspected at the same time.
Have Burner and Controls must be checked at least once a year or as may be necessitated.
Do not operate unit with jumpered or absent controls or safety devices.
Do not operate unit if any control, switch, component, or device has been subject to water.
Return water cannot be lower than 135°F for prolonged periods of time. Operation under these conditions will
result in sustained condensing within the combustion chamber and potentially reduce boiler longevity.
In addition, the return water cannot be introduced into the boiler if it is more than 40°F less than the idle
boiler temperature. Continued operation under these conditions may result in premature boiler failure
through thermal shock.
Example: A boiler that has been idle for some time since the last heat demand cycle may have it’s boiler
water temperature reduced to 150°F. The return temperature from the next zone activation cannot be
less than 110°F.
If the above conditions exist, an RTC (or similar type of control) system must be installed to protect
the boiler from sustained condensing operation and thermal shock. See separate RTC Manual, P/N
8146382.
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WARNING
Appliance materials of construction, products of combustion and the fuel contain alumina, silica, heavy
metals, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, aldehydes and/or other toxic or harmful substances which
can cause death or serious injury and which are known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth
defects and other reproductive harm. Always use proper safety clothing, respirators and equipment when
servicing or working nearby the appliance.
This boiler contains very hot water under high pressures. Do not unscrew any pipe ttings nor attempt
to disconnect any components of this boiler without positively assuring the water is cool and has no
pressure. Always wear protective clothing and equipment when installing, starting up or servicing this
boiler to prevent scald injuries. Do not rely on the pressure and temperature gauges to determine the
temperature and pressure of the boiler. This boiler contains components which become very hot when
the boiler is operating. Do not touch any components unless they are cool.
This appliance must be properly vented and connected to an approved vent system in good condition.
Do not operate boiler with the absence of an approved vent system.
This boiler needs fresh air for safe operation and must be installed so there are provisions for adequate
combustion and ventilation air.
The interior of the venting and air intake systems must be inspected and cleaned before the start of the
heating season and should be inspected periodically throughout the heating season for any obstructions.
Clean and unobstructed venting and air intake systems are necessary to allow noxious fumes that could
cause injury or loss of life to vent safely and will contribute toward maintaining the boiler's efciency.
This boiler is supplied with controls which may cause the boiler to shut down and not re-start without
service. If damage due to frozen pipes is a possibility, the heating system should not be left unattended in
cold weather; or appropriate safeguards and alarms should be installed on the heating system to prevent
damage if the boiler is inoperative.
This boiler is designed to burn No. 2 fuel oil, natural and/or LP gas only. Do not use gasoline, crankcase
drainings, or any oil containing gasoline. Never burn garbage or paper in this boiler. Do not convert to
any solid fuel (i.e. wood, coal). Do not convert to any gaseous fuel (i.e. natural gas, LP). All ammable
debris, rags, paper, wood scraps, etc., should be kept clear of the boiler at all times. Keep the boiler area
clean and free of re hazards.
Always keep the oil supply valve shut off if the burner is shut down for an extended period of time.
Probe and oat type low water cutoff devices require annual inspection and maintenance. Refer to
instructions in Section V, Paragraph C for inspection and cleaning instructions.
NOTICE
All V9A Series cast iron boilers are designed, built, marked and tested in accordance with the ASME Boiler
and Pressure Vessel Code, Section IV, Heating Boilers. An ASME Data Label is factory applied to each V9A
jacket, which indicates the boiler Maximum Allowable Working Pressure (MAWP). Each cast iron section is
permanently marked with the MAWP listed on the boiler’s ASME Data Label. Those values for the V9A are as
follows:
MAWP, Steam - 15 psi
MAWP, Water (USA) - 80 psi
MAWP, Water (Canada) - 45 psi
It is common and acceptable practice to install these boilers in lower pressure systems, below the boiler
MAWP. Therefore, Burnham offers safety relief valves set at or below the MAWP of the boiler. See Table 1 for
available safety relief valve set pressures.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION I - GENERAL INFORMATION
Dimensional Information ............................................................................................................................................... 8
Locating the Unit . ........................................................................................................................................................ 10
Air Supply/Venting ....................................................................................................................................................... 11
SECTION II - CAST IRON BLOCK ASSEMBLY (Knockdown Only)
Assembly of Sections, Manual Draw-up ..................................................................................................................... 14
Assembly of Sections, Hydraulic Draw-up ................................................................................................................. 17
Hydrostatic Test ........................................................................................................................................................... 18
Steam Trim .................................................................................................................................................................. 27
Water Trim . .................................................................................................................................................................. 27
Preparation for Installation ........................................................................................................................................... 28
Common Installation Requirements
Boiler Piping - Water Heating Applications ................................................................................................................ 29
Electric Wiring .............................................................................................................................................................. 44
SECTION IV - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Filling System ............................................................................................................................................................... 45
Test Controls ................................................................................................................................................................ 46
Initial Cleaning, Water Boilers ....................................................................................................................................47
Frequent Water Addition .............................................................................................................................................. 48
Maintenance of Low Water Cutoff Devices ................................................................................................................ 50
General Maintenance Considerations ........................................................................................................................... 51
Attention to Boiler While Not in Operation ................................................................................................................. 51
Customer Service Contact Information ........................................................................................................................ 55
Bare Boiler Assembly ................................................................................................................................................... 58
Steam/Water Trim ......................................................................................................................................................... 61
(1) Type of Build Prex: K = Knockdown, A = Knockdown w/Assembled Sections, P = Packaged, F = Packaged and Firetested
Trim Sufx: S = Steam Boiler, W = Water Boiler
Fuel Sufx: N = Natural Gas, P = LP Gas, O = Oil, C = Natural Gas/Oil, D = LP Gas/Oil, M - Less Burner
Burner Sufx: B = Beckett, C = Carlin, J = Power Flame JR, P = Power Flame C, W = Webster, L = Less Burner
(2) I=B=R net ratings shown are based on piping and pick-up allowances which vary from 1.333 to 1.289 for steam and 1.15 for water. Consult manufacturer for
installations having unusual piping and pick-up requirements, such as intermittent system operation, extensive piping systems, etc. The I=B=R burner capacity in
GPH is based on oil having a heat value of 140,000 BTU per gallon.
(3)
listed above.
(4) Boiler ratings are based on 12.5% CO2 (oil) and 9.7% CO2 (natural gas), + .10” (inches) water column pressure at boiler ue outlet. Ratings shown above apply at
altitudes up to 1000 feet on oil and 2000 feet on gas.
For altitudes above those indicated, the ratings should be reduced at the rate of 4% for each 1000 feet above sea level.
Safety (Relief) Valve Set Pressure: USA Steam Boiler - 15 PSI, USA Water Boiler - 50 PSI
Optional USA Water Boiler - 30 PSI, 80 PSI (special order)
Canadian Steam Boiler - 15 PSI, Canadian Water Boiler - 45 PSI
Optional Canadian Water Boiler - 30 PSI (special order)
Firebox volume does not include added volume of 8” extended burner mounting plate (BMP). If 8” BMP is specied (refer to Figure 1), add 0.7 cu. ft. to volume
Net I=B=R Rating
Sq. Ft.
Steam
MBH
Steam
MBH
Water
I=B=R
Burner Input
Oil
(GPH)
(MBH)
Gas
Heating
Surface
(Sq. Ft.)
Steam WaterSteam Water Steam Water
New
Firebox
Volume
(Cu. Ft.)
Pressure
in Firebox
(In. Wtr.
Clmn.)
Water Content
(Gal.)
Boiler Weight
w/Water (Lbs.)
I=B=R
Vent
Dia.
(In.)
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SECTION I - GENERAL INFORMATION (Continued)
A. INSPECT SHIPMENT carefully for any signs of
damage.
1. ALL EQUIPMENT is carefully manufactured,
inspected and packed. Our responsibility ceases
upon delivery of crated boiler to the carrier in good
condition.
2. ANY CLAIMS for damage or shortage in shipment
must be led immediately against the carrier by the
consignee. No claims for variances from, or shortage in orders, will be allowed by the manufacturer
unless presented within sixty (60) days after the
receipt of goods.
B.LOCATE THE UNIT
1. RECOMMENDED SERVICE CLEARANCE
- Locate the unit in the boiler room so as to
provide ease of venting and adequate clearance
for maintenance, serviceability, and installation of
piping. Refer to Figure 1 for boiler dimensional
data.
FRONT — Provide 43” service clearance for
removal, maintenance, and servicing of burner and
controls.
REAR — Provide a minimum clearance from the
boiler jacket for access to ame observation port,
rear ue damper and vent piping, relief valve, and
boiler return piping. See Table III.
LEFT SIDE — Provide a minimum clearance from
the boiler jacket of 26” for cleaning of ueways and
installation and removal of tankless heater(s).
RIGHT SIDE — Provide a minimum clearance from
the boiler jacket of 12”.
TOP — Provide a minimum clearance from the
boiler jacket of 24”
NOTICE
Recommended clearance for service may be
reduced to minimum clearance to combustible
material. However, increased service and
maintenance difculty will result.
WARNING
Boiler is suitable for installation on combustible
oor. Do not install boiler on carpeting.
Floor construction should have adequate load
bearing characteristics to bear the weight of
the boiler lled with water (see Table 1). A
boiler foundation similar to the one shown in
Figure 2 is recommended if the boiler room
oor is weak or uneven or if a water condition exists.
2. FOR MINIMUM CLEARANCES to combustible
materials, See Table II.
3. PROVIDE ADEQUATE FOUNDATION for the
unit. Refer to Figure 2.
Table II: Minimum Clearances To Combustible
Materials (Inches)
Boilers with Top Flue Outlet
Boilers with Rear Flue Outlet
ABCDE
AboveFrontRearSidesVent Connector
6246618
* See Table III for Recommended Service Clearance to
access rear of boiler
NOTES:
1. Listed clearances comply with American
National Standard ANSI/NFPA 31, Installation of
Oil Burning Equipment.
2. V9A Series boilers can be installed in rooms with
clearances from combustible material as listed
above. Listed clearances cannot be reduced for
alcove or closet installations.
3. For reduced clearances to combustible material,
protection must be provided as described in the
above ANSI/NFPA 31 Standard.
Table III: Recommended Rear Service Clearance
Flue
Outlet
Size
7” Dia.18”37”22”
8” Dia.38”23”
10” Dia.40”25”
12” Dia.43”28”
Top
Flue
Outlet
Combustible
Surfaces
Rear Flue Outlet
Non-Combustible
Surfaces
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Figure 2: Boiler Foundation
WARNING
Failure to supply adequate air to the boiler will
result in unsafe boiler operation.
C.PROVIDE AIR SUPPLY AND VENTILATION to
accommodate proper combustion.
For commercial and industrial equipment, permanent
facilities for supplying an ample amount of outside air
shall be provided in accordance with the following.
For boiler rooms adjacent to outside walls, and where
combustion air is provided by natural ventilation from
the outside, there shall be a permanent air supply inlet
having a total free area of not less than 1 sq. inch per
4,000 Btu per hr. (35 sq. inch per gallon per hour)
(5.5 cm2 per kw.) of total input rating of the burner or
burners and in no case less than 35 sq. inch (0.425m2).
For boiler rooms not adjacent to outside walls, the
combustion air shall be supplied in a manner acceptable
to the authority having jurisdiction.
1. In the absence of local requirements, the conned
space shall be provided with two permanent
openings, one in or near the top of the room and one
near the bottom. The openings shall communicate
by means of ducts, with the outdoors or to such
spaces (crawl or attic) that communicate with the
outdoors.
a. Where communicating by means of vertical
ducts, each opening shall have a free area of not
less than 1 sq. inch per 4,000 Btuh (35 sq. inch
per gph) (5.5 cm2 per kw) of total input rating of
all appliances in the enclosure.
b. If horizontal ducts are used, each opening shall
have a free area of not less than 1 sq. inch
per 2,000 Btuh (70 sq. inch per gph.) (11 cm2
per kw) of total input of all appliances in the
enclosure.
D. CHIMNEY OR VENT
NOTICE
When a V9A gas red boiler is connected to
a venting system that is designed so that it
will operate under a negative pressure, the
use of Type C, B, or other manufactured vent
systems designed for negative pressure is
acceptable.
When a V9A oil red or combination gas/oil
red boiler is connected to a venting system
that is designed so that it will operate under
a negative pressure, the use of Type C, L or
other manufactured vent systems designed
for negative pressure is acceptable.
Unlined masonry chimneys are not acceptable. Lined masonry chimneys are acceptable
with the appropriate vent connectors using
materials described above.
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WARNING
When a V9A gas red boiler is connected
to a venting system that is designed so that
it will operate under a positive pressure,
manufactured vent systems, designed and
approved for positive pressure application per
UL1738, must be used (for example, Van-Packer
model CS, Protech Model FasNSeal / FasNSeal
W2, Heatfab Saf-T-Vent or equivalent).
When a V9A oil red or combination gas/oil
red boiler is connected to a venting system
that is designed so that it will operate under a positive pressure, manufactured vent
systems, designed and approved for positive pressure application, must be used (for
example, Selkirk Metalbestos Model PS / IPS,
Van-Packer Model ES or equivalent).
The V9A Series boiler is designed for forced draft
ring and may be used with a conventional natural draft
stack (15’ minimum height) or a stub vent, sometimes
called a diesel stack (see Figure 3a). See Table I for
the proper vent outlet size. For low silhouette vent
terminations, see Figure 3b. Draft controls are not
normally required, although they may be used on
installations where a natural draft stack is used or on
multiple boiler installations with a common stack. The
boiler is provided with a breeching damper, which
should be adjusted to maintain a positive pressure of
0.1” W.C. in the vent connector box during burner high
re operation (see breeching pressure sensing port in
Figure 1).
Figure 3a: Typical Arrangement for Stub Vent
If the venting system is designed for positive or forced
draft venting, the boiler, vent connector and stack will
operate under positive pressure. Gas tight vent systems
designed for pressure systems must be used to prevent
ue by-product leakage. The vent height is usually
limited to prevent negative draft, typically three (3)
feet above the roof line (see Figure 3a). The damper
shall be adjusted to maintain a positive pressure of
0.1” W.C. in the vent connector box during burner high
re operation (see breeching pressure sensing port in
Figure 1).
If the venting system is designed for negative pressure
(natural draft), the boiler still operates with positive
pressure in the chamber and up to the xed damper on
the ue collar. However, if the venting system is larger
than what is required, the stack will provide a surplus
draft (or negative pressure) that may require the use of
a barometric damper to maintain the positive 0.1” W.C.
pressure at the ue outlet. Multiple forced draft boiler
stacks should always be designed as negative to ensure
the products of combustion do not exit a boiler that is
not ring.
WARNING
Venting instructions are recommendations only. Consult a venting expert on the design of a specic
vent system for your application. The ASHRAE Venting Guide and The National Fuel Gas Code, NFPA
54 should be considered in all venting systems.
Conventional vent material may not be suitable for the application. Flue gases can leak carbon
monoxide from the joints on these materials and can result in severe personal injury or death.
Installations having long horizontal runs or an excessive amount of tees or elbows will restrict the ow
of combustion gases and can result in condensation, ue gas leakage of carbon monoxide, resulting in
severe personal injury or death.
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A
B
C
RAIN CAP
RIGHT
D
WRONG
VENT SIZING - Area must be the same as or greater than the boiler breeching (Smoke Outlet). A barometric damper may be required on
installations with a high draft condition.
1. If improper vent is suspected, remove pipe at breeching and operate boiler. This will determine if excessive down draft,
blocked or restricted ue, etc. is causing the problem.
2. If using type shown in A above, be sure cap is raised sufciently above main pipe to allow ue gases to vent unimpeded.
3. A popular type cap is shown in B.
4. The tee is frequently used as shown in C.
5. D and E should not be used due to possible uctuations in back pressure.
“A” CAP
RIGHT
E
WRONG
FAULTY BOILER BURNER OPERATION
TEE TYPE
RIGHT
90°
ELBOW
UP or DOWN
Figure 3b: Vents — Faults & Suggestions
Typical Vents that are used on Forced Draft Boilers, on Low Silhouette Buildings
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SECTION II - CAST IRON BLOCK ASSEMBLY
A.FACTORY ASSEMBLED SECTIONS — If the
boiler was ordered with factory assembled sections,
the assembly should be set in the proper location as
outlined in Section I. Lifting arrangement and weights
are given in Figure 4.
1. Proceed to Paragraph C of this Section,
“HYDROSTATIC TEST”.
CAUTION
Boiler sections must be drawn-up on perfectly
level surface or improper assembly may result.
B. FIELD ASSEMBLED SECTIONS — If the boiler
was ordered to be eld assembled, follow the assembly
procedure outlined on the following pages.
1. ASSEMBLY OF SECTIONS (MANUAL DRAWUP)
These sections are designed to be drawn together,
one section at a time, using the 9¾” long draw-up
rods (provided) and ordinary hand tools.
Tools required:
(1) ¾” Drive Ratchet
(1) 1-1/16” Socket
(1) 1-1/16” Combination or Open End Wrench
(1) Container of grease, oil or other appropriate
lubricant.
CAUTION
When assembling sections without hydraulic
draw-up equipment, never assemble more than
one section at a time.
a. Place the rear section in its approximate nal
position, as outlined in Section I, and support it
with a suitable prop and wedges. See Figure 5.
Figure 4: Lifting Instruction
Figure 5: Positioning of Back Section
b. On size V903A only— Open target wall carton,
apply Silastic to back of target wall and secure
target wall to rear section.
c. Clean the groove in the ground joint along the
edge of the section with the wire brush.
d. Open the Boiler Assembly Carton(s) and remove
the bottle of adhesive. Using the dauber supplied
in the bottle, apply the adhesive to the groove.
Be sure to use enough adhesive to sufciently
coat the entire groove surface. If so desired,
a multi-purpose spray adhesive (supplied by
others) may be used instead. HOWEVER,
GREAT CARE MUST BE TAKEN TO
ENSURE THAT THE ADHESIVE DOES
NOT COME IN CONTACT WITH THE
NIPPLES OR NIPPLE PORTS.
e. While the adhesive is becoming tacky, clean
nipples and nipple ports thoroughly with a degreasing solvent. Use the Loctite #592 provided
to lubricate the nipples and nipple ports. Apply
the lubricant to the nipples and nipple ports,
then use a brush to disperse it evenly around the
nipples and the nipple ports. Use approximately
25 ml of Loctite #592 per ueway [(1) 7” and
(2) 3” nipples and their (6) corresponding nipple
ports].
f. Drive nipples squarely into section using
block of wood and hammer, or preferably, an
aluminum head hammer. (Burnham offers a
Polyethylene Block for setting the nipples, part
number 8052601). Place block over entire
nipple edge and hit the wood with the hammer.
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WARNING
Nipples must be driven in evenly and to the
proper depth to assure tight joints. Most
nipple leaks are caused by tilted or cocked
nipples.
DO NOT use steel/iron head hammer to drive
nipples without using a wood block. Nipple
damage may result.
g. A special nipple setting gauge is provided for the
nipples. Gauge nipple at 90° angles to insure
that it is driven to the proper depth into the
nipple opening (nipple port). Cut-out in gauge
must rest on nipple, with legs of gauge touching
nished face of section, when nipple is properly
driven. See Figure 6.
Figure 7: Afxing the Fiberglass Rope
Figure 6: Setting of Nipples
h. Remove a 96” length of berglass rope from
the assembly carton. Starting with the area
around the upper 7” nipple port, rmly press
the rope into the groove, so that the adhesive
holds it in place. (If more than 25 minutes have
passed since the adhesive was applied, it may
be necessary to reapply.) Continue to afx the
rope to the groove in this fashion around the
perimeter of the section. Make sure that the rope
does not droop or hang outside of the groove.
When the end of the groove is reached, cut off
the excess rope. Push the length of excess rope
into the groove at the top corner of the section
face (opposite of the 7” nipple port.) Cut off and
discard any remaining rope after groove is lled.
See Figure 7.
NOTICE
The sections must be assembled according to the
arrangement shown to ensure proper operation,
proper assembly of canopy, jacket and alignment
of piping and tankless heaters with jacket
knockouts. Start with the back section and work
towards the front.
i. From the “Section Arrangement” chart, select
the next section according to the “Identication
Code” at the top of the chart. See Figure 8. Use
a wire brush to clean the groove in the face
of the next section. Then, using a cartridge of
RTV 6500 or RTV 736 sealant in a caulking gun,
ll the groove in this section with silastic sealant.
Touch-up any missed spots before draw-up.
Touch-up after draw-up has no value.
WARNING
Sections must be drawn-up tight immediately
after properly applying sealant for best results.
Although sections may be joined within two
(2) hours of applying sealant, humidity and
temperature affect cure time. If a “thick skin”
has been formed on the sealant bead, remove
and re-apply sealant.
Sealant must be properly applied to ALL boiler
joints. Failure to properly seal the boiler joints
will result in combustion gas leaks through the
joint. DO NOT operate boiler with combustion
gas leaks.
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NOTES: FOR BOILERS LESS TANKLESS HEATER, REPLACE THE "CT" SECTIONS WITH "C" SECTIONS.
Figure 8: V9A Section Arrangement
j. Clean and lubricate nipple ports on next section
to be assembled and place on nipples previously
installed in rear section. To facilitate assembly,
it is advisable to enter the upper nipple rst in
its port. Then enter the lower nipples in their
respective ports. If necessary, place a lifting bar
(crowbar) under the center of the section and lift
the nipple port onto the upper nipple.
k. Drive sections in place with a heavy block of
wood, striking blows as squarely as possible over
nipple port.
l. The large draw-up rod lugs with dual holes
are cast in the four (4) corners of each casting.
STARTING WITH THE UPPER HOLES,
install four (4) 5/8” x 9¾” long draw-up rods
along with washers and nuts (see Figure 9).
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the draw-up rod threads while
drawing up sections, apply oil or other lubricant
to tie rod threads while assembling sections to
prevent stripping of threads on rod and to make
assembling easier.
m. DRAW UP SECTION SLOWLY AND
EVENLY using an alternating pattern starting
with the upper right lug (closest to the 7” port)
and proceeding to the lower left , lower right
and nishing with upper left lug. When you
start, grind surfaces between adjoining sections
should be approximately 3/8” apart. Use
three (3) or four (4) passes at tightening the
four (4) draw-up rods a little at a time so that
sections are pulled up evenly. During the last
pass, pay close attention to the silastic sealant
as it squeezes when the sections come in close
contact. The silastic sealant should continue
to squeeze out wafer thin until the sections are
connected metal to metal. If the silastic has
stopped squeezing out from the connection and
the sections still do not appear to be drawn metal
to metal, use a feeler gauge to measure any gaps
at the locations identied in Figure 9. (Unless
specied otherwise, gaps should be measured at
these locations on both sides of the sections.) A
maximum gap of .025” is acceptable. Measure
gaps at the outer edge of the connection only,
making sure not to puncture the gasket created
by the silastic and rope.
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Figure 9: Connection Inspection Locations and
Manual Draw-Up Tie Rod Pattern
WARNING
When tightening the draw-up nuts, DO NOT
EXCEED 150 FT-LB OF TORQUE. If the maximum
torque limit has been reached and a gap greater
than .025” still exists between the sections,
consult the regional ofce.
KEEP NIPPLES ALIGNED WITH NIPPLE
PORTS. If necessary, tap edge of nipples lightly
with a blunt tool or rod to keep nipples from
cocking while sections are being drawn-up. DO
NOT DRAW UP SECTION WHEN NIPPLES
ARE COCKED. If the torque required becomes
excessive, periodically place a heavy block of
wood over each nipple port and strike as squarely
as possible with several blows to relieve tension
on the draw-up rods.
n. CONTINUE ASSEMBLING SECTIONS IN
THEIR RESPECTIVE ORDER alternating
draw-up rods from the upper to lower set of
holes in draw-up lugs (see Figure 13). Be certain
that all sections are drawn up iron-to-iron at all
three (3) nipple ports.
BE SURE TO APPLY THE SEALANT to
the groove in the ground joints between
adjacent sections as the boiler operates with a
positive pressure in the rebox and products of
combustion will escape between sections unless
the sections are properly sealed. The sealant
should be applied before each section is placed
on the assembly.
o. If a joint springs apart it must be redrawn tight
within four (4) hours of the time of application of
Silastic to that joint.
p. EXCESS LENGTH OF DRAW-UP RODS must
not extend beyond front and rear section to
ensure proper t of jacket, adjust accordingly.
q. After all sections have been drawn up, the
draw-up rod nuts should be loosened until
nger tight and then tightened ½ turn with a
wrench.
r. Now Proceed to Paragraph C of this Section,
Hydrostatic Test.
2. ASSEMBLY OF SECTIONS (HYDRAULIC
DRAW-UP)
The entire boiler assembly may be drawn up at one
time using hydraulic draw-up equipment providing
the operation is completed within two (2) hours after
application of the sealant.
a. Repeat steps 1a through 1k under “Field
Assembled Sections (Manual Draw-Up).”
b. Continue driving sections in place (in their
respective order) until all sections are in the
assembly. Ground surfaces between adjoining
sections should be spaced 1/4” to 3/8” apart.
Spacing of more than 3/8” will limit number of
sections that can be drawn up in one unit and
could indicate cocked nipples.
WARNING
Sealant must be properly applied to ALL boiler
joints. Failure to properly seal the boiler joints
will result in combustion gas leaks through to
joint. DO NOT operate boiler with combustion
gas leaks. The sealant should be applied before
each section is placed on the assembly.
On long boiler assemblies, it may be necessary to
draw-up a partial block if the entire boiler is not
ready to be drawn-up tight within two (2) hours
of the rst application of Silastic. If the block
assembly time extends overnight, the partial
block completed must be drawn-up tight before
leaving the boiler overnight. If a joint springs
out, it must be redrawn tight within four (4)
hours of rst application of Silastic to the joint.
c. Insert the three (3) ¾” draw-up rods (and
couplings, if appropriate) through the tapped
holes in the rear section extending them through
the tapped holes in the front section. Be sure to
screw draw-up rods into couplings far enough to
prevent stripping threads.
d. Place a 3” x 12” lg. steel channel on each end of
the upper draw-up rod and a 3” x 8½” lg. steel
channel on each end of the lower draw-up rods.
Refer to Figures 10 and 11 for proper placement
of channel block during assembly procedures.
Install nuts and washers on one end of the drawup rods and the hydraulic rams, washers and
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draw-up rod clamps on the other. These items
are all located in the Draw-Up Kit.
See Figure 12.
CAUTION
Do not apply pressure directly on threaded
tappings on front and rear sections with draw-up
channels during assembly procedures.
Rods should be approximately centered in
openings so that rods and couplings (when
used) do not drag on pipe thread in end section
tappings.
WARNING
READ THE STATEMENTS BELOW BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO USE HYDRAULIC EQUIPMENT.
• Release pressure in ram pumps before
attempting to remove clamps.
• Do not stand in line with draw-up rods at either
end when hydraulic pressure is being applied.
As a safety measure, ends of draw-up rods
should be covered while sections are being
drawn in case rods should snap while under
tension.
• Do not operate ram against draw-up coupling.
• Do not operate pump after ram has reached
stroke limit.
Figure 11: Center Section Channel Block Position
(Partial Block Draw-Up)
The large draw-up rod lugs with dual holes cast
in the four (4) corners of each casting. Starting
with the upper holes in the back section, install
four (4) 5/8” x 9¾” long tie rods along with
washers and nuts. Continue installing the tie
rods alternating from the upper to lower set
of holes in draw-up lugs until front section is
secured. Be certain that all sections are drawn
up IRON TO IRON at all three nipple ports.
h. Excess length of draw-up rods must not extend
beyond front and rear section to ensure proper t
of jacket, adjust accordingly. Tighten all tie rod
nuts until nger tight. Then tighten them an
additional ½ turn with a wrench.
Figure 10: Front and Rear Section Channel
Block Positions (Hydraulic Draw-Up)
e. Draw-Up Sections
Use hydraulic rams to draw up sections by
applying pressure alternately on the draw-up
rods. When rams reach stroke limit, release
pressure in ram pumps and then move clamps to
new position.
f. Continue to draw-up until all sections make
contact at the ground joints.
g. After all sections have been drawn up, but before
removing the hydraulic rams and draw-up rods,
the 9¾” long tie rods must be installed.
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C.HYDROSTATIC TEST — After the boiler sections
have been assembled, it is essential that the boiler be
hydrostatically tested before the canopy, ue cover
plates, jacket, or piping is installed.
1. Tankless Heater Installation
If boiler is ordered with tankless heaters, install
heaters with the gaskets provided. Table IV gives
the maximum number of heaters permissible per
assembly and the heater ratings.
2. Plug all boiler tappings and ll boiler completely
with cold water.
CAUTION
DO NOT install gauge until after hydrostatic
testing the boiler. Gauge failure may result.
3. All completed boilers must satisfactorily pass the
prescribed hydrostatic test.
Figure 12: Hydraulic Draw-Up Sections
Figure 13: Boiler Section Assembly
a. STEAM BOILERS: The assembled boiler must
be subjected to a hydrostatic test of 45 psig to 55
psig.
b. HOT WATER BOILERS: The assembled boiler
must be subjected to a hydrostatic test of not less
than 1½ times the maximum allowable working
pressure, as established by the relief valve
provided with the boiler. For example, a boiler
with a 50 psi relief valve must be subjected to a
test pressure of 75 psig to 85 psig.
WARNING
Failure to properly hydrotest all boilers at the
correct pressure may result in section assembly
failure in operation.
4. EXAMINE BOILER CAREFULLY, INSIDE AND
OUTSIDE, to insure against leaks from cocked
nipples or through concealed breakage caused in
shipping and handling. This precaution is for your
protection and will simplify handling of necessary
replacements and adjustment claims.
5. After making certain that there are no leaks, drain
boiler and remove plugs for boiler trim and other
connections.
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SECTION III - INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
A.INSTALL CANOPY/FLUE OUTLET ASSEMBLY,
Refer to Figures 14, 15 and 16.
1. Open canopy carton.
2. Attach the two (2) canopy brackets to the front end
cap of canopy with four (4) #10 x 1/2” sheet metal
screws each.
3. Across the top of the front section and along the top
ledges running back each side of the sections, place
continuous 2” wide strips of cerafelt and overlap
joints at front corners. Cerafelt strip should extend
1/4” beyond rear surface of back section. Cut off
excess.
4. Place the canopy on the sections.
5. Position rear ange (end with studs) of canopy ush
with rear surface of back section.
6. Loosely attach the canopy brackets to the lugs on
the front section of the block assembly with 5/16”
carriage bolts, at washers and locknuts.
7. Check to see if rear ange of canopy is still ush
with raised ange on back section.
8. Open either the rear ue outlet carton (standard) or
top ue outlet carton (optional).
9. Attach the 1/8” x 1” wide self-adhesive ber gasket
to the surface of either the rear ue outlet damper
assembly or rear ue outlet cover that mounts
against the canopy and back section. Gasket must
be centered over all attachment holes. Do not
overlap corners, cut butt joints.
10. Attach either the rear ue outlet damper assembly
or rear outlet canopy cover to the canopy with the
5/16” at wasters, lock-washers and brass
nuts and tighten securely. Attach the rear ue
outlet damper assembly or cover to the back section
with the four (4) 5/16” at washers and cap screws
and tighten securely.
11. Tighten front canopy carriage bolt until canopy is
secure.
12. On the longer canopy sizes, Intermediate Mounting
Brackets are provided, two (2) are required on sizes
V907A thru V909A and four (4) are required on
sizes V910A thru V912A. Refer to Figures 17 and
18.
a. Intermediate brackets are shipped at. Bend
side anges down approximately 90° as shown.
Adjust bends until holes in bracket match hole
pattern on canopy.
b. Secure brackets to both sides of canopy with
three (3) #10 x ½” sheet metal screws per
bracket.
c. Secure canopy left side bracket(s) with
appropriate canopy ‘J’ bolt(s). Insert threaded
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end through holes in brackets and hook ‘J’ bolt
Figure 14: Canopy with Rear Flue Outlet Damper
Assembly (Shown on optional steel shipping skid)
Figure 15: Canopy with Top Flue Outlet Damper
(Shown on optional steel shipping skid)
Assembly (Rear Cover Removed)
Figure 16: Bare Boiler Assembly
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Important Product Safety Information
Refractory Ceramic Fiber Product
Warning:
The Repair Parts list designates parts that contain refractory ceramic fibers
(RCF). RCF has been classified as a possible human carcinogen. When
exposed to temperatures about 1805°F, such as during direct flame contact,
RCF changes into crystalline silica, a known carcinogen. When disturbed as a
result of servicing or repair, these substances become airborne and, if inhaled,
may be hazardous to your health.
AVOID Breathing Fiber Particulates and Dust
Precautionary Measures:
Do not remove or replace RCF parts or attempt any service or repair work
involving RCF without wearing the following protective gear:
1. A National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
approved respirator
2. Long sleeved, loose fitting clothing
3. Gloves
4. Eye Protection
• Take steps to assure adequate ventilation.
• Wash all exposed body areas gently with soap and water after contact.
• Wash work clothes separately from other laundry and rinse washing
machine after use to avoid contaminating other clothes.
• Discard used RCF components by sealing in an airtight plastic bag. RCF
and crystalline silica are not classified as hazardous wastes in the United
States and Canada.
First Aid Procedures
:
• If contact with eyes: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek
immediate medical attention if irritation persists.
• If contact with skin: Wash affected area gently with soap and water.
Seek immediate medical attention if irritation persists.
• If breathing difficulty develops: Leave the area and move to a location
with clean fresh air. Seek immediate medical attention if breathing
difficulties persist.
• Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Drink plenty of water. Seek
immediate medical attention.
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Figure 17: Left Side Canopy Intermediate Bracket
on center section draw-up rod (hooks should
face outward). Secure canopy with 5/16” at
washers, lock washers and brass nuts. See
Figure 17.
d. Secure canopy right side bracket(s) with ¼ - 20
x 5” lg. carriage bolts. Insert head of carriage
bolt between canopy body and casting. Slide
carriage bolt into slot provided between castings.
Lower carriage bolt until threaded end will pass
through hole in bracket. Secure canopy with ¼”
at washers, lock washers and brass nuts. See
Figure 18.
13. Attach the 1/8” x 1” wide self-adhesive ber gasket
to the surfaces of either the top ue outlet damper
assembly or top outlet canopy cover that mounts
against the canopy. Gasket must be centered over
all attachment holes. Do not overlap corners, cut
butt joints.
14. Secure either the top ue outlet damper assembly
or top outlet canopy cover with #10 x 1/2” sheet
metal screws.
B.INSTALL FLUE COVER PLATES over cleanout
openings on left side of boiler as shown in Figure 19.
See Important Product Safety Information on Page
21 of this manual, regarding refractory ceramic
ber product warning.
Figure 18: Right Side Canopy
Intermediate Bracket
4. Install ue cover plates over studs with insulation
against boiler and secure with washers and nuts.
Tighten until insulation on cover plate provides a
tight seal to casting. If after tightening, a gap is still
evident where the sections join, apply silastic along
top and bottom edge of insulation board.
5. Repeat steps 3 through 6 for mounting remaining
ue cover plates.
1. Locate the cover plates, carriage bolts, nuts and
washers in the boiler assembly carton(s).
2. Remove insulation from two (2) 3/8” diameter holes
in ue cover plates using a 3/8” drill bit. Rotate bit
through insulation by hand.
3. Attach the carriage bolts to the top and bottom of the
ue openings with washers and hex nuts to provide
a xed stud.
Figure 19: Flue Cover Plate Attachment
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C.MOUNT REAR OBSERVATION PORT COVER
Refer to Figure 16.
1. With the silastic sealant, secure the 3/16” diameter
rope gasket into the groove around the perimeter of
the rear observation port cover.
2. Mount the rear observation port cover onto the rear
section (with the word “Top” in the upright position)
using the four (4) 5/16” - 18 x 1” lg. cap screws and
at washers provided.
D. INSPECT ALL BOILER SEALS
1. A visual inspection should be made of all sealed
joints and repairs made as necessary. Darken
the boiler room and place a light source in the
combustion space and canopy to observe any gaps
or open seals. Poor seals must be repaired and
rechecked before continuing.
E.JACKET ASSEMBLY - See Figure 22 for Jacket
Assembly Details.
1. Open jacket carton and jacket hardware package.
Unless otherwise stated, all jacket components are
fastened with #8 x ½” hex head sheet metal screws.
Do not drive sheet metal screws tight until jacket
assembly is complete.
2. On boilers with rear ue outlet damper assembly,
remove square knockout from jacket rear panel. To
remove knockout, use a single hacksaw blade with
handle or aviation snips to cut metal tabs between
slotted holes.
3. Attach jacket front panel to front section and jacket
rear panel to back section using the eight (8) #10
x ½” self tapping screws. Tighten these screws
securely.
4. Attach jacket lower tie bar panel (approximately
5-5/8” high) to the bottom of the jacket front and
rear panels using four (4) sheet metal screws.
Repeat for opposite side.
5. Attach jacket upper tie bar panel (approximately
4-1/8” high) to the top of the jacket front and rear
panels using four (4) sheet metal screws. Repeat for
opposite side.
6. Jacket Top Panel Attachment
a. On boilers with top ue outlet damper assembly,
remove octagon shaped knockout. To remove
knockout, use a single hacksaw blade with
handle or aviation snips to cut metal tabs
between slotted holes.
b. Remove knockout(s) for necessary supply piping
in a similar manner.
c. Attach jacket top panel to the front panel, rear
panel and upper tie bar panels with sheet metal
screws.
7. Install Jacket side Panels
a. Snap black thumb hole bushings into all side
panel holes.
b. Use the left side panel and right side panel usage
charts to determine correct positions of side
panels. The three (3) digit panel identication
numbers shown in the charts are also stamped
along the bottom edge of each panel. Refer to
Figures 20 and 21.
c. Rearward and Intermediate panels have reverse
bend anges on one side of panel. These panels
must be installed prior to forward panels.
NOTICE
To install multiple side panels, start at the rear
of boiler and work forward. To remove panels,
reverse order of assembly.
d. If boiler is equipped with tankless heaters they
should be installed at this time if they were not
installed for hydrostatic test outlined on Page 18.
e. Install right side panels into position by inserting
top of panel into ‘U’ shaped channel, pushing
bottom of panel in toward boiler, and sliding
panel down into ‘J’ shaped channel. Repeat
procedure until all right side panels are in place.
f. Remove the knockouts necessary for tankless
heater operation on left side panels.
g. Install left side panels, using the same procedure
8. Combination Label and Burnham Logo Plate were
attached to jacket front panel at time of manufacture.
If loose or peeling, apply pressure to reset adhesive.
9. On steam boilers, attach lowest permissible water
level plate (from steam trim carton) to the front
panel using sheet metal screws.
10. Tighten all sheet metal screws to complete jacket
assembly.
F.BURNER MOUNTING PLATE - Refer to Figures 16
and 23.
1. Using silastic sealant, secure the 3/16” diameter
rope gasket to the groove along the mounting plate
opening in the front section.
2. Install 5/16” x 1” lg. cap screw in lower tapping on
front section to carry weight of burner mounting
plate.
3. Engage bottom slot on burner mounting plate with
matching bolt in bottom tapping of front section.
Align mounting holes and fasten the mounting plate
to the boiler sections with seven (7) remaining 5/16”
cap screws and washers. Fully tighten all bolts.
G. MOUNT BURNER ADAPTER PLATE TO
BURNER MOUNTING PLATE.
Refer to Figures 16 and 23. ALSO, REFER TO
BURNER INSTALLATION MANUAL FOR
INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFIC TO EACH BURNER.
1. In all cases, the burner adapter plate carton for the
specied burner will be provided by Burnham.
2. Open Adapter Plate carton and remove contents.
Apply four (4) small dabs of silastic on rear surface
of adapter plate to temporarily hold gasket in
place. Hold adapter plate in position against burner
mounting plate, align holes and secure with ve (5)
3/8” lock washers and 3/8” x 7/8” lg. cap screws.
3. USE A HOLE SAW OR KNIFE TO CUT
BURNER MOUNTING PLATE INSULATION
TO MATCH HOLE SIZE ON BURNER
ADAPTER PLATE. After cutting, remove any and
all loose pieces of insulation which may become
lodged or interfere with the head of a burner air tube
after insertion.
4. Conrm that hole in insulation ts snugly around
burner blast tube. If hole is oversized, remove
burner mounting plate (with burner attached) from
boiler. Use additional berglass rope gasket
provided with burner to ll in any space between
insulation and blast tube. If additional rope gasket
is not provided with the burner, use 3/8” berglass
rope rated for 2300°F (provided by others).
Reinstall burner mounting plate when nished.
CAUTION
6. Install the safety valve as shown in Figure 38a.
Safety valve must be installed in vertical position.
7. For boilers with tankless heaters, install the
operating control in an unused tapping through one
of the heater plates.
Failure to properly ll all gaps between the
insulation and burner blast tube may result in
damage to the burner.
5. For boilers without tankless heaters, proceed to
Paragraph H (Install Steam Trim) or I (Install Water
Trim).
6. For boilers with tankless heaters, install the tankless
heater manifolds according to Figure 36.
H. STEAM BOILERS — INSTALL STEAM TRIM
Items for steam trim are located in the steam trim carton
(except for the separately ordered low water cutoff and
tankless heater control). Figure 24 shows the proper
tappings for each item.
1. Install the gauge glass set.
2. Install the low water cut-off. Follow manufacturers
instructions furnished with control.
3. Install the pressure limit control using the ¼” x 90
(1-7/8” x 4”) extended leg syphon and the ¾” NPT x
¼” FPT hex bushing.
NOTICE
The L404 Pressure Limit contains mercury in a
sealed tube. Do not place limit in the trash at the
end of its useful life.
If this limit is replacing a limit that contains
mercury in a sealed tube, do not place your old
limit in the trash.
Contact your local waste management authority
for instructions regarding recycling and the
proper disposal of this limit, or of an old limit
containing mercury in a sealed tube.
If you have questions, call Honeywell Inc. at
1-800-468-1502.
4. Level the pressure limit control by carefully bending
the syphon until the control’s leveling indicator
hangs freely with its pointer directly over the index
mark inside the back of the case.
5. Install the steam gauge using the ½” NPT x ¼” FPT
hex bushing.
WARNING
Safety valve discharge piping must be piped to
within six (6) inches of oor, or to oor drain
to eliminate potential of severe burns. Do not
pipe in any area where freezing could occur. Do
not install any shut-off valves, plugs or caps in
discharge piping.
8. Plug extra boiler tappings.
9. Install required bottom blowoff/drain valve and
connecting piping (supplied by others) per minimum
piping requirements for steam boilers. See Figure
32.
I. WATER BOILERS - INSTALL WATER TRIM
Items for water trim are located in the water trim
carton (except for the separately ordered low water
cutoff and tankless heater control). Figure 24 shows
the proper tappings for each item.
1. Install the temperature pressure gauge.
2. Install the low water cutoff. Follow manufacturers
instructions furnished with control.
3. Install the immersion well and mount the aquastat
(limit control) onto the well.
4. Install the pressure relief valve as shown in Figure
38b. Relief valve must be installed in vertical
position.
5. Plug extra boiler tappings.
6. Install required bottom blowoff/drain valve
(supplied by others) per minimum piping
requirements for water boilers, see Figure 26.
WARNING
Relief valve discharge piping must be piped to
within six (6) inches of oor, or to oor drain
to eliminate potential of severe burns. Do not
pipe in any area where freezing could occur. Do
not install any shut-off valves, plugs or caps in
discharge piping.
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Figure 24: Purpose of Tappings
J. BURNER INSTALLATION
Refer to burner manufacturer’s installation manual
for proper installation, fuel piping, wiring, burner
adjustment, burner start-up and service instructions.
Consult Section VI of this manual for burner
specications and burner settings.
K. PACKAGED BOILER
1. The packaged boiler comes on it’s own shipping
skid (see Figure 25) and the assembled block is
hydrostatically tested at the factory. Once the boiler
is in it’s nal position, perform another hydrostatic
test at 1½ times the working pressure of the boiler.
Before boiler is put into service, all draw up rod nuts
should be loosened and then retighten to nger tight
plus 1/2 turn. The shipping skid can be used as a
housekeeping pad unless local codes say otherwise.
All controls are pre-wired down to the burner. If
burner is equipped with a lead lag panel, lead lag
controls will be shipped loose for header mounting.
The power can be supplied to the burner if equipped
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with a control panel. If burner has no panel, the
power is supplied to the J-box on the front jacket.
2. SUPPLY CONNECTIONS - Removal of top
jacket is not required to connect the supply riser(s),
however one may nd it easier. Refer to Figure
26 or 27 for water boilers and Figure 32 for steam
boilers.
3. RETURN CONNECTIONS - The boiler is secured
to the shipping skid with U bolts and 3” shipping
nipples. Remove the bolts and nipples. Using
3” plugs and an appropriate pipe sealant, plug
the unused return connections according to the
minimum piping recommendations. Refer to Figure
26 or 27 for water boilers and Figure 32 for steam
boilers.
4. If the boiler burner unit was factory re tested, the
burner was adjusted to approximately 10% CO2
(gas) or 12% CO2 (oil) with an over re pressure as
listed in the Burner Specications, Section VI of this
manual. Final adjustments should be made once the
unit is installed and adjusted.
Number
Boiler
Model
Sections
V903A363-5/834-1/26117-1/21478
V904A469-5/834-1/26120-1/21790
V905A575-5/834-1/26123-1/22102
V906A681-5/834-1/26127-1/22418
V907A787-5/834-1/26130-1/22734
V908A893-5/834-1/26133-1/23071
V909A9105-5/8 34-1/26137-1/23452
V910A10111-5/834-1/26140-1/23809
V911A11117-5/8 34-1/26143-1/24120
V912A12123-5/8 34-1/26146-1/24447
*Width can vary with gas train conguration.
If the V9A packaged boiler must pass through a 36” doorway, please
specify.
** Add 6-1/2” to dimension C when equipped with optional top outlet.
*** Varies slightly with burner and gas train conguration and with or without RTC.
1. Do not tilt. Exercise caution when lifting to avoid damage.
2. This boiler can be lifted by fork truck. Do not truck from front.
3. When lifting from rear, forks must extend beyond center of gravity and second skid
cross bar.
4. When lifting from side, forks must extend to opposite skid rail and straddle center
of gravity.
5. Cable spreader is to prevent jacket damage. Spreader width should equal B (width
of skid) + 12”. Adjust cable lengths to lift at approximate center of gravity per chart.
Figure 25: Shipping Information
Length AWidth B*Height
of
C**
Approx.
Center of
Gravity
D***
Approx.
Shipping
Weight
LBS***
L. BOILER PIPING - HEATING APPLICATIONS
CONNECT SUPPLY AND RETURN PIPING TO
HEATING SYSTEM
Connect supply and return piping to heating system (see
Figures 26 through 32). Flow direction for hot water
boilers must be from the rear return out through the top
front supply. Steam boilers can pipe return to the front
as an alternate location. Some boiler sizes may require
the use of additional supply and return tappings. Check
Figure 24 and applicable piping diagram for the boiler
size you are installing.
WARNING
Failure to properly pipe boiler may result in
improper, unsafe system operation and void
manufacturer’s warranty.
DO NOT improperly pipe boiler.
WARNING
All steam and hot water pipes must have
clearances of at least 1/2” from all combustible
construction.
WARNING
A hot water boiler installed above radiation level
must be provided with a low water cutoff device
as part of the installation.
1. HOT WATER HEATING - This boiler must be
installed in strict accordance with this installation
manual Deviations from these installation
instructions may void manufacturer’s warranty.
Also consult I=B=R Installation and Piping Guides.
WARNING
Continued boiler operation for prolonged periods
of time under conditions when temperature
differential across the system exceeds 40°F and/
or, return water temperature stays below 135°F,
may result in premature boiler failure due to ue
gas condensation and/or thermal shock.
a. If the boiler is used in connection with
refrigeration systems, boiler must be installed
with chilled medium piped in parallel with
heating boiler using appropriate valves to prevent
chilled medium from entering boiler. See Figure
35.
b. If the boiler is connected to heating coils
located in air handling units where they may be
exposed to refrigerated air, boiler piping must
be equipped with ow control valves to prevent
gravity circulation of boiler water during cooling
system operation.
c. Burnham Commercial recommends maintaining
temperature differential (drop) across the system
at 40°F or less, and return water temperature at
minimum of 135°F for optimum operation and
long-term reliability.
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i.If minimum return water temperature can
be maintained at 135°F and temperature
differential across the system is at 40°F
or less, refer to Figure 26 or 27 for
recommended minimum boiler piping
details.
ii. If minimum return water temperature cannot
be maintained at 135°F or the temperature
differential across the system varies, a blend
pump is recommended as a minimum to help
protect the boiler from ue gas condensation
and/or thermal shock. See piping details in
Figure 28. Primary secondary piping with
a by-pass is an alternate to the blend pump
method and is shown in Figure 29.
d. If conditions exist where the boiler is subjected
to prolonged periods of operating conditions
below 135°F, other mixing methods such as three
or four way valves or variable speed injection
should be used. Burnham Commercial offers an
RTC Return Temperature Control kit to protect
the boiler. See separate RTC manual.
e. Multiple Boilers - Recommended minimum
multiple boiler piping is shown in Figure 30 as
primary secondary with a by-pass. The boiler
circulator will maintain a constant ow through
the boiler during every heat demand while the
by-pass diverts a portion of hot water back to
the return. Alternate minimum multiple boiler
piping is shown in Figure 31. The blend pump
will maintain constant ow through the boiler
during every heat demand and provide a hot
water blend back to the return.
f. Glycol Antifreeze Solutions - Many systems
today use ethylene or propylene glycol antifreeze
solutions as a measure for freeze protection, as
well as a pump lubricator and corrosion inhibitor.
The properties of the glycol mixture have an
impact on valve and pump sizing. All glycol
solutions have a lower specic heat than water.
This means that the glycol solution cannot
transfer heat as well as pure water, resulting in
the need for higher ow rates. In addition, the
viscosity of the glycol solution is usually higher
than water, requiring a higher pump head for the
same given ow. Consult factory for specic
applications, pump selection and ow rate.
WARNING
A properly constructed Hartford Loop must be
installed on all gravity return steam systems.
Hartford Loop is not required on pumped return
systems.
2. STEAM HEATING, consult I=B=R Installation
and Piping Guide No. 200. For piping details,
see Figure 32. Figure 33 shows a typical pumped
return/boiler feed unit arrangement. Figure 34
illustrates the required elevations for McDonnell and
Miller 150 and 63 oat low water cut-offs.
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Figure 26: V9A Series Minimum Piping - Parallel - Water Boiler
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32
Figure 27: V9A Series Minimum Piping - Primary Secondary - Water Boiler
Figure 28: V9A Series Minimum Piping Details, Bypass with Blend Pump - Water Boiler
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34
Figure 29: V9A Series Minimum Piping - Primary Secondary/with Bypass - Water Boiler
Figure 32: Minimum Piping Requirements For Gravity Return V9A Series Steam Boilers
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Figure 33: Typical Steam Piping Arrangement for Boilers with Pumped Condensate Return and Boiler Feed Unit
M. BOILER PIPING, DOMESTIC HOT WATER
(DHW) APPLICATION – The V9A boiler can be
used in many different piping applications to produce
Domestic Hot Water (DHW). In some applications,
depending on the control strategy (outdoor reset,
setpoint operation, etc.) and size of boiler, it is
recommended to isolate the space heating load from
the DHW load. For example, if the domestic load is
more than the space heating load, it is benecial to
dedicate one or more boilers solely to DHW production
and one or more other boilers to solely space heating,
since during mild weather conditions, the boiler(s)
will have more capacity than is required. Piped in the
recommended manner, the space heating boiler(s) can
be shut down during the summer months to conserve
energy and to avoid short cycling. This section
will address four methods of piping and controlling
domestic hot water generation.
1. Hot Water Boiler/Tankless Coil(s) - Tankless
coils, mounted into the side of the boiler, have
been used successfully for many years and may
be used in single and multiple boiler applications.
When a boiler is arranged with tankless coils, it
is not recommended that outdoor reset be used,
unless there are control systems in place to prevent
overheating of the space heating zones.
Figure 37a depicts the addition of an automatic
mixing valve to the tankless heater piping to obtain
a dual temperature domestic system. The mixing
valve provides tempered water to the xtures,
while the branch prior to the valve provides high
temperature water for dishwashing, washing
machines and other appliances.
2. Hot Water Boiler/Tankless Coils/Storage Tank - This
application involves the use of several tankless coils
piped in parallel, emptying into a large storage tank,
and is typically used in larger DHW production
applications, such as hotel showers and laundries.
See Figure 37b for recommended piping and wiring
details for this type of application. The tempering
valve and recirculation loop are advantageous in
these applications, because they provide both high
temperature and tempered domestic hot water to
the system, eliminating the need to purge and waste
water until it reaches the desired temperature. In
the case where the boiler is used for domestic
production only, and there is no space heating
involved, a destratication pump is utilized to
provide ow within the boiler. This ow acts as a
means of preventing the hot water from stratifying
at the top of the boiler. Destratication pump ow
rates are given in the table in Figure 37b.
3. Hot Water Boiler/Indirect Water Heater - The use
of indirect water heaters for domestic hot water
generation is common and somewhat advantageous
over tankless coils alone, since they also provide
DHW storage. A tempering valve and recirculating
pump are again recommended for a dual temperature
system, to provide a constant temperature to the
xtures without waiting for cooler water to warm
up. Figure 37c shows a typical indirect heater
piping application with no space heating. Indirect
pump ow rates are calculated based on a 20°F DT.
NOTICE
DO NOT use the boiler circulator as an indirect
domestic hot water system circulator.
4. Steam Boiler/Indirect Water Heater – Consult
I=B=R Installation and Piping Guide No. 200. Use
the Indirect Water Supply tapping, “R” (Special
Order Only – see Figure 24) when connecting an
Indirect Water Heater directly to the boiler.
NOTICE
When possible, domestic hot water production should utilize a dedicated boiler(s). This will allow the other
boiler(s) to be shut down and isolated during the summer months. If the boiler load is shared between
heating and domestic hot water, then one needs to determine if a hot water priority is required. If a priority
is not selected, erratic domestic hot water production may result during the beginning and end of every
heating season. Conversely, a priority for domestic hot water production may cause a signicant heating
zone activation delay, in an improperly balanced system. Parallel piping conversions may require isolation
from the heating system to prevent system ow inuence on DHW performance. Consult a qualied system
heating professional to design for the proper application.
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N.CONNECT TANKLESS HEATER PIPING as
shown in Figure 37a. See Table IV for Tankless Heater
Ratings.
NOTICE
The following guidelines should be followed when
piping the tankless heater:
1. Install Flow Regulator
If ow through the heater is greater than its rating,
the supply of adequate hot water may not be able to
keep up with the demand. For this reason a FLOW
REGULATOR matching the heater rating should be
installed in the cold water line to the heater. Refer
to Figure 37a for piping recommendations. Locate
the ow regulator below the inlet (cold water side)
of the heater and a minimum of 36” away from the
inlet so that the regulator is not subjected to excess
temperatures during “off” periods when it is possible
for heat to be conducted back through the supply
line. The ow regulator will limit the ow of supply
water regardless of inlet pressure variations ranging
from 20 to 125 psi.
2. Install Water Temperature Mixing Valve
WARNING
Install a mixing valve at the tankless heater
outlet to avoid risk of burns or scalding due to
excessively hot water at xtures. Do not operate
the boiler when equipped with a tankless heater
unless mixing valve is operating properly.
Refer to Figure 37a for piping recommendations.
Adjust and maintain the mixing valve in accordance
with manufacturers instructions.
Installation of a mixing valve will also lengthen the
delivery of the available hot water by mixing some
cold water with the hot. In addition, savings of hot
Figure 35: Recommended Piping for Combination
Heating & Cooling (Refrigeration) Systems
Water Boilers
water will be achieved since the user will not waste
as much hot water while seeking desired water
temperature. Higher temperature hot water required
by dishwashers and automatic washers is possible
by piping the hot water from the heater prior to
entering the mixing valve. An electric hot water
booster can also be used. The mixing valve should
be “trapped” by installing it below the cold water
inlet to heater to prevent lime formation in the valve.
3. Flushing of Heater
All water contains some sediment which settles
on the inside of the coil. Consequently, the heater
should be periodically backwashed. This is
accomplished by installing hose bibs as illustrated
in Figure 37a and allowing water at city pressure to
run into hose bib A, through the heater, and out hose
bib B until the discharge is clear. The tees in which
the hose bibs are located should be the same size as
heater connections to minimize pressure drop.
4. Hard Water
A water analysis is necessary to determine the
hardness of your potable water. This is applicable
to some city water and particularly to well water.
An appropriate water softener should be installed
based on the analysis and dealer’s recommendation.
This is not only benecial to the tankless heater but
to piping and xtures plus the many other benets
derived from soft water.
Figure 34: Mounting Elevations of M&M 150 and 63
Float Low Water Cut-Offs
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CAUTION
Do not operate tankless heater with hard water.
Tankless failure will result. Install water softener
if hard water is present.
Figure 36: Minimum Piping Requirements for V9A Tankless Heater Manifolds
Table IV: Tankless Heater Ratings
Figure 37a: Schematic Tankless Heater Piping
Boiler
Model
V903A6.75---------
V904A7.5--------
V905A7.5---------
V905A7.5---------
V906A7.515------
V908A7.515------
V909A7.51522.5---
V910A7.51522.5---
V911A7.51522.5---
V912A7.51522.530
Number of V9-2 Tankless Heaters Installed
1234
Notes:
1. Ratings are given in gallons per minute continuous
ow of water heated from 40°F to 140°F with 200°F
boiler water.
2. For tankless heater quantities less than maximum
allowable, it is important that water heaters be
centrally located in the boiler.
See Figure 8 for appropriate locations.
3. Tankless heater pressure drop is 5.5 PSI at
7.5 GPM.
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Figure 37b: DHW Generation with Tankless Coils, Storage Tank and Destratication Pump
Figure 37c: DHW Generation with Indirect Water Heater
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O. ELECTRIC WIRING - Install all eld wiring in
accordance with the National Electric Code and Local
Regulations.
Control voltage and/or 3-phase line voltage must
be supplied to the burner panel box through a fused
disconnect.
Figure 38b: Water Boiler - Pressure Relief
Valve Hook-Up
Figure 38a: Steam Boiler - Safety Valve Hook-up
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WARNING
If you do not follow these instructions
exactly, a re or explosion may result
causing property damage or personal injury.
If any unusual or improper operation or site
conditions are observed, turn the boiler
off and contact an experienced and skilled
service agency.
Follow component manufacturer’s
instructions. Component manufacturer’s
instructions were provided with the boiler.
Contact component manufacturer for
replacement if instructions are missing.
Do not install, start up, operate, maintain
or service this boiler without reading
and understanding all of the component
instructions. Do not allow the boiler
to operate with altered, disconnected
or jumpered components. Only use
replacement components identical to those
originally supplied with the boiler and
burner.
A. ALWAYS INSPECT INSTALLATION BEFORE
STARTING BURNER.
B. FILL HEATING SYSTEM WITH WATER.
Boiler must be cleaned and fully free of oil and dirt.
a. Close isolation valve in boiler supply piping.
b. Isolate all circuits by closing zone valves or
balancing valves.
c. Attach a hose to bib cock located just below
isolation valve in boiler supply piping.
(Note - Terminate hose in ve gallon bucket at a
suitable oor drain or outdoor area).
d. Starting with one circuit, open zone valve.
e. Open bib cock.
f. Open ll valve (Make-up water line should be
located directly above isolation valve in boiler
supply piping).
g. Allow water to overow from bucket until
discharge from hose is bubble free for 30
seconds.
h. Open zone valve to the second zone to be
purged, then close the rst. Repeat this step until
all zones have been purged, but always have one
zone open. At completion, open all zone valves.
i. Close bib cock, continue lling the system until
the pressure gauge registers normal system
design operating pressure. Close ll valve.
(Note - If make-up water line is equipped
with pressure reducing valve, system will
automatically ll to normal system design
operating pressure. Leave globe valve open).
j. Open isolation valve in boiler supply piping.
k. Remove hose from bib cock.
CAUTION
Failure to clean the system will result in erratic
water lines and surging, and other improper
system operations.
CLEAN HEATING SYSTEM IF boiler water or
condensate return water is dirty or if erratic water lines
or surging exist after a few days of boiler operation.
Refer to Paragraph (F) for proper cleaning instructions
for steam and water boilers.
1. STEAM BOILERS - Fill boiler to normal water
line. As shown in Figure 1, the normal water line
is 41½” from the oor or bottom of casting. At
the start of each heating season and once or twice
during the season try SAFETY VALVE to be sure it
is in working condition. To do this, fasten wire or
cord to lever of valve and pull lever — standing safe
distance away from valve.
2. HOT WATER BOILERS - Fill entire Heating
System with water and vent air from system. Use
the following procedure on a Series Loop or Multizoned System to remove air from system when
lling:
DANGER
Do not operate boiler with pressure above
maximum allowable working pressure listed
on the Boiler Rating Label.
DO NOT draw water from boiler while in
use. When adding water while boiler is in
operation, do not open supply valve fully
but add water slowly.
C. SET CONTROLS with burner service switch turned
“OFF”.
1. PRESS RESET BUTTON on primary control and
release.
2. On STEAM BOILERS set cut-in pressure on
L404A Pressuretrol for three (3) PSI and differential
pressure for two (2) PSI. These pressures may be
varied to suit individual requirements of installation.
3. On STEAM BOILERS WITH TANKLESS
DOMESTIC WATER HEATERS, set boiler water
temperature dial on low limit operating control at
190°F (max.). Set differential at 10°.
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4. ON WATER BOILERS WITHOUT TANKLESS
HEATERS, set high limit dial on L4006A at 210°F.
This temperature may be varied to suit requirements
of installation.
5. ON WATER BOILERS WITH TANKLESS
HEATERS, set low limit operating control dial at
190°F and high limit dial 210°F. Operating control
must be a minimum of 20° below high limit setting.
Set differential at 25°.
CAUTION
Probe and oat type low water cutoff devices
require annual inspection and maintenance.
4. CHECK OPERATING CONTROL on boiler
equipped with tankless heaters. With burner off,
draw hot water until burner starts, then turn off hot
water and check burner shutdown.
D. ADJUST BURNER according to the Burner Manual.
1. FLAME FAILURE
The V9A boiler controls operate the burner
automatically. If for unknown reasons the burner
ceases to re and the reset button on the primary
control is tripped, the burner has experienced
ignition failure. Before pressing the reset button,
call your serviceman immediately.
WARNING
Do not attempt to start the burner when excess
oil or gas has accumulated in the combustion
chamber, when the unit is full of vapor, or when
the combustion chamber is very hot.
E. TEST CONTROLS
WARNING
Before installation of the boiler is considered
complete, the operation of the boiler controls
should be checked, particularly the low water
cutoff and the high limit control.
All controls must be checked prior to putting the boiler
in service.
1. CHECK OPERATING CONTROL OPERATION.
Raise and lower operating control setting as required
to start and stop burner.
2. CHECK OPERATION OF HIGH LIMIT
CONTROL —
Jumper Operating Control Terminals. Allow burner
to operate until shutdown by limit. Installation is
not considered complete until this check has been
made. REMOVE JUMPER.
3. CHECK LOW WATER CUTOFF control with water
level at normal water line (see Figure 1). Raise
operating control setting to allow burner to operate.
Open boiler drain to allow water level to drop to
bottom of sight glass until burner operation is shut
down by low water cutoff.
Close boiler drain and rell to normal water line.
Burner should automatically restart during ll.
RESET OPERATING CONTROL.
F. BOILER AND SYSTEM CLEANING - STEAM
BOILER
NOTICE
A qualied water treatment chemical specialist
should be consulted for recommendations
regarding appropriate chemical compounds and
concentrations which are compatible with local
environmental regulations.
WARNING
Chemicals used in treating boiler water are
toxic and/or harmful. Always use protective
clothing and equipment when working with/
near chemicals. Contact local authorities
to determine if treated boiler water can be
discharged into local waste water system.
1. Oil, greases & sediments which accumulate in a
new boiler and piping must be removed in order
to prevent an unsteady water line and carry over
of the water into the supply main above boiler.
Operate the boiler with steam in the entire system
for a few days allowing the condensate to return
to the boiler. If the condensate can temporarily be
wasted, operate boiler only for the length of time
it takes for condensate to run clear. If the latter
cannot be achieved or if the condensate is returned
to the boiler, boil out the boiler using the SURFACE
BLOWOFF connection. See Figure 38a.
a. Drain boiler until water is just visible in gauge
glass. Run temporarily 1½” pipe line from the
surface blowoff connection to an open drain or
some other location where hot water may be
discharged safely. Do not install valve in this
line.
b. Add an appropriate amount of recommended
boilout compounds.
c. Start burner and operate sufciently to boil
the water without producing steam pressure.
Boil for about 5 hours. Open boiler feed pipe
sufciently to permit a steady trickle of water
from the surface blowoff pipe. Continue this
slow boiling and trickle of overow for several
hours until the water coming from the overow
is clear.
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d. Stop burner and drain boiler in a manner and to
a location that hot water can be discharged with
safety.
e. Rell boiler to normal water line. If water in
gauge glass does not appear to be clear, repeat
steps (a. thru e.), and boil out the boiler for a
longer time.
2. Low pressure steam boilers such as the V9A Series
should be maintained with appropriate water
treatment compounds. After cleaning process has
been completed, add water treatment compounds
as recommended by your local qualied water
treatment company.
3. Remove temporary surface blowoff piping and
replug tapping. Boil or bring water temperature to
180°F promptly in order to drive off the dissolved
gases in the fresh water.
4. If unsteady water line, foaming or priming persist,
install gate valve in Hartford Loop and drain valves
in return main and at boiler and proceed as follows:
a. Connect hoses from drain cocks to oor drain.
Close gate valve in Hartford Loop and open
drain valve in return main. Fill boiler to normal
water level, turn on burner and operate boiler
at this water level for at least 30 minutes after
the condensate begins to run hot, then turn off
burner.
Close all radiator valves. Remove all supply
main air valves and plug the openings in supply
main.
b. Draw about 5 gallons of hot water from boiler
into a container and dissolve into it appropriate
amount of a recommended boilout compound.
Remove surface blowoff plug and pour this
solution into boiler, then reinstall plug.
c. Turn on burner and keep operating while feeding
water to boiler slowly. This will raise water level
in boiler slowly so that water will be boiling hot
and will rise slowly into supply main and back
through return main, owing from drain hose
at about 180°F. Continue until water runs clear
from drain hose for at least 30 minutes.
d. Stop feeding water to boiler but continue
operating burner until excess water in boiler
ows out through supply main and water lowers
(by steaming) until it reaches normal level in
boiler. Turn off burner. Drain boiler. Open all
radiator valves. Reinstall all supply main air
valves. Open gate valve in Hartford Loop.
e. When boiler has cooled down sufciently (crown
sheet of sections are not too hot to touch), close
the drain cocks at boiler and in return main and
feed water slowly up to normal level in boiler.
Turn on burner and allow boiler to steam for
10 minutes then turn off burner. Draw off one
quart of water from bottom gauge glass tting
and discard. Draw off another quart sample and
if this sample is not clear, repeat the cycle of
draining the boiler and return main and relling
the boiler until sample is clear.
f. If the boiler water becomes dirty again at a later
date due to additional sediment loosened up in
the piping, close gate valve in Hartford Loop,
open drain valve in return main, turn on burner
and allow condensate to ow to drain until it has
run clear for at least 30 minutes while feeding
water to boiler so as to maintain normal water
level. Turn off burner, drain boiler, open gate
valve in Hartford Loop, then repeat step (1)
above.
5. Make pH or Alkalinity Test.
After boiler and system have been cleaned and
relled as previously described, test the pH of the
water in the system. This can easily be done by
drawing a small sample of boiler water and testing
hydrion paper which is used in the same manner
as litmus paper, except it gives specic readings.
A color chart on the side of the small hydrion
dispenser gives the reading in pH. Hydrion paper
is inexpensive and obtainable from any chemical
supply house or through your local druggist. The
pH should be higher than 7, but lower than 11. Add
some appropriate water treatment chemicals, if
necessary to bring the pH within the specied range.
6. Boiler is now ready to be put into service.
G. BOILER AND SYSTEM CLEANING - WATER
BOILERS
1. Filling of Boiler and System --- General --- In a hot
water heating system, the boiler and entire system
(other than the expansion tank) must be full of water
for satisfactory operation. Water should be added to
the system until the boiler pressure gauge registers
normal system design operating pressure. To insure
that the system is full, water should come out of all
air vents when opened.
2. Boiling Out of Boiler and System. The oil and
grease which accumulate in a new hot water boiler
can be washed out in the following manner.
a. Remove safety relief valve using extreme care to
avoid damaging it.
b. Add an appropriate amount of recommended
boilout compound.
c. Reinstall safety relief valve.
d. Fill the entire system with water.
e. Start ring the boiler.
f. Circulate the water through the entire system.
g. Vent the system, including the radiation.
h. Allow boiler water to reach operating
temperature, if possible.
i. Continue to circulate the water for a few hours.
j. Stop ring the boiler.
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k. Drain the system in a manner and to a location
that hot water can be discharged with safety.
l. Remove plugs from all available returns and
wash the water side of the boiler as thoroughly as
possible, using a high-pressure water stream.
m. Rell the system with fresh water.
3. Add appropriate boiler water treatment compounds
as recommended by your local qualied water
treatment company.
4. Make pH or Alkalinity Test.
After boiler and system have been cleaned and
relled as previously described, test the pH of the
water in the system. This can easily be done by
drawing a small sample of boiler water and testing
with hydrion paper which is used in the same
manner as litmus paper, except it gives specic
readings. A color chart on the side of the small
hydrion dispenser gives the reading in pH. Hydrion
paper is inexpensive and obtainable from any
chemical supply house or thru your local druggist.
The pH should be higher than 7 but lower than 11.
Add some appropriate water treatment chemicals, if
necessary to bring the pH within the specied range.
With this lower level of protection, care must be
exercised to eliminate all of the free oxygen in the
system.
5. Boiler is now ready to be put into service.
IMPORTANT
IF, DURING NORMAL OPERATION, IT IS
NECESSARY TO ADD MORE WATER PER
MONTH THAN INDICATED BELOW, CONSULT A
QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN TO CHECK
YOUR SYSTEM FOR LEAKS.
EXCESSIVE WATER ADDITION:
(Gal/Month)
V903A16½
V904A22V909A49½
V905A27½V910A55
V906A33V911A60½
V907A38½V912A
H. FREQUENT WATER ADDITION
A leaky system will increase the volume of make-up
water supplied to the boiler which can signicantly
shorten the life of the boiler. Entrained in make-up
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water are dissolved minerals and oxygen. When the
fresh, cool make-up water is heated in the boiler the
minerals fall out as sediment and the oxygen escapes
as a gas. Both can result in reduced boiler life. The
accumulation of sediment can eventually isolate
the water from contacting the cast iron. When this
happens the cast iron in that area gets extremely hot
and eventually cracks. The presence of free oxygen
in the boiler creates a corrosive atmosphere which, if
the concentration becomes high enough, can corrode
the cast iron through from the inside. Since neither of
these failure types are the result of a casting defect, the
warranty does not apply. The maintenance of system
integrity is the best method to prevent these types of
failure.
I. OXYGEN CORROSION:
WARNING
Oxygen contamination of the boiler water
will cause corrosion of iron and steel boiler
components, and can lead to boiler failure.
Burnham’s standard warranty does not cover
problems caused by oxygen contamination of
boiler water or scale (lime) build-up caused by
frequent addition of water.
There are many possible causes of oxygen
contamination such as:
a. Addition of excessive make-up water as a result
of system leaks.
b. Absorption through open tanks and ttings.
c. Oxygen permeable materials in the distribution
system.
In order to insure long product life, oxygen sources
must be eliminated. This can be accomplished
by taking the following measures:
a. Repairing system leaks to eliminate the need for
addition of make-up water.
b. Eliminating open tanks from the system.
c. Eliminating and/or repairing ttings which allow
oxygen absorption.
d. Use of non-permeable materials in the
distribution system.
e. Consult your local water treatment specialist for
specic recommendations.
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SECTION V - SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER
This boiler uses ammable gas, high voltage electricity, moving parts, and very hot water under high
pressure. Assure that all gas and electric power supplies are off and that the water temperature is cool
before attempting any disassembly or service.
More than one gas shut-off valve and electrical disconnect switch are used on the boiler. Assure that
all gas valves and electrical disconnect switches are off before attempting any disassembly or service.
Do not attempt any service work if gas is present in the air in the vicinity of the boiler. Never modify,
remove or tamper with any control device.
WARNING
This boiler must only be serviced and repaired by skilled and experienced service technicians.
If any controls are replaced, they must be replaced with identical models.
Read, understand and follow all the instructions and warnings contained in all the sections of this
manual.
If any electrical wires are disconnected during service, clearly label the wires and assure that the wires
are reconnected properly.
NEVER operate boiler without all sight glasses and brackets in place and securely fastened and sealed.
Very HOT combustion gas may cause burn injury.
Read, understand and follow all the instructions and warnings contained in ALL of the component
instruction manuals.
Assure that all safety and operating controls and components are operating properly before placing the
boiler back in service.
A. GENERAL — Inspection should be conducted
annually. Service as frequently as specied in
paragraphs below. While service or maintenance is
being done, electrical power to the boiler must be “off”.
B. CLEAN THE BOILER HEATING SURFACES
& FLUE at least once each year, preferably at the end
of the heating season.
1. CLEAN THE VENT SYSTEM — Vent system
should be checked annually for:
a. Obstructions.
b. Accumulations of soot.
c. Deterioration of vent pipe or vent accessories
due to condensation or other reasons.
d. Proper support — no sags, particularly in
horizontal runs.
e. Tightness of joints.
f. Remove the smoke pipe. Remove all
accumulations of soot with wire brush and
vacuum. Remove all obstructions. Replace all
deteriorated parts and support properly. Seal all
joints.
2. CLEAN THE BOILER FLUEWAYS
a. Remove the jacket left side panels.
b. Loosen nuts securing the ue cleanout plates
and remove the plates. The insulation should
be removed with the plates taking care not to
damage the insulation.
c. Using a 1¼” diameter wire or bre bristle brush
(36” handle) clean the ueways. Start at the top
of each ueway opening and work down the pin
rows using two or three horizontal strokes per
row for best results.
3. CLEAN TOP OF BOILER SECTIONS
Remove the jacket top panel. Remove the top ue
canopy cover or outlet assembly. Use a ashlight to
inspect the upper portion of the ueways and top of
castings for soot and debris. Heavy accumulations
over 1/16” thick must be removed. Remove the
canopy being careful not to damage the cerafelt
strips. Brush and vacuum the upper ueways and
tops of castings.
4. CLEAN THE FIREBOX
a. Disconnect fuel line(s) and remove burner and
burner mounting plate.
b. Using wire or bre bristle brush clean crown of
boiler and inside of water legs.
c. Inspect target wall (V903A only) for damage or
deterioration. If target wall is damaged, replace.
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5. REASSEMBLE BOILER
CAUTION
Do not start the burner unless canopy, smokepipe,
burner mounting plate and all ue plates are
secured in place.
a. If removed, install the canopy taking care to
align the cerafelt strips. If strips are damaged
replace as needed.
b. Reinstall burner mounting plate to front section
making sure 3/16” diameter rope gasket is in
place and forms gas tight seal. If gasket is
damaged, replace.
c. Bolt burner to burner mounting plate. Inspect
gasket to assure adequate seal. Replace if
damaged. Connect oil line(s) and/or gas line(s).
d. Reinstall ue plates making sure gasket on each
plate is in place and forms gas tight seal. If
damaged, all edges of the cleanout plates should
be sealed with Silastic sealant when reinstalled
until insulation can be replaced.
e. If removed, reinstall jacket top.
f. Reinstall left side panels.
g. Reinstall smokepipe.
C. MAINTENANCE OF LOW WATER CUTOFF
DEVICES.
NOTICE
Probe and oat type low water cutoff devices
require annual inspection and maintenance.
1. PROBE TYPE LOW WATER CUTOFF
Although these devices are solid state in their
operation, the probe is exposed to possible
contamination in the boiler water and subject to
fouling.
It is important to physically remove the probe from
the boiler tapping annually and inspect that probe
for accumulation of scale or sediment.
Follow these steps to inspect, clean and/or replace
the probe:
a. Turn off electric service to the boiler.
b. Drain boiler water to a level below the tapping
for the probe.
DANGER
Assure that the boiler is at zero pressure before
removing the LWCO probe. Do not rely on the
pressure gauge to indicate that the boiler is at
zero pressure. Open the safety valve to relieve
all internal pressure prior to proceeding. Safety
valve discharge piping must be piped such that
the potential for burns is eliminated.
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c. Disconnect wiring connections between the low
water cutoff control and the probe.
d. Dismount the low water cutoff control from the
probe.
e. Unscrew the probe from the boiler tapping.
f. Inspect that portion of the probe that is exposed
to the boiler water for a scale or sediment
buildup.
g. Light deposits may be removed by wiping the
probe with a damp cloth. Wiping the probe
with a cloth soaked in vinegar will remove more
tenacious lime deposits. The most stubborn
deposits may be removed from the probe by
using a diluted amount (three 3 parts of water to
one (1) part) of phosphoric acid (H2PO4).
WARNING
Exercise caution when handling phosphoric acid
and follow the instructions on container label.
Always use protective clothing and equipment
when working with/near chemicals.
h. Wire brushing of the probe is not recommended
as the soft platinum guard ring sandwiched
between the ceramic insulators may be damaged.
Care must be taken not to damage this ring in
any way or the useful life of the probe may be
shortened.
i. Clean the pipe threads of the probe to remove
old, hardened pipe dope and other foreign matter.
j. Apply a moderate amount of good quality pipe
dope to the pipe threads on the probe. Leaving
the two end threads bare. Do not use PTFE
(Teon) tape.
k. Screw the probe into the boiler tapping.
l. Mount the low water cutoff control on the probe.
m. Reconnect the control to probe wiring.
n. Fill the boiler to its normal waterline.
o. Add boiler water treatment compound as needed.
p. Restore electric service to the boiler.
q. Fire burner to bring the water in the boiler to a
boil to drive off free oxygen.
r. BEFORE RETURNING BOILER TO
SERVICE Follow the low water cutoff checkout
procedure in Section IV, Paragraph E, Step 3.
2. FLOAT TYPE LOW WATER CUTOFF
During the heating season, if an external low water
cutoff is on the boiler, the blow off valve should
be opened once a month (use greater frequency
where conditions warrant), to ush out the sediment
chamber so the device will be free to function
properly.
Low water cutoffs and water feeders should be
dismantled annually by qualied personnel, to the
extent necessary to insure freedom from obstructions
and proper functioning of the working parts. Inspect
connecting lines to boiler for accumulation of
mud, scale, etc., and clean as required. Examine
all visible wiring for brittle or worn insulation and
make sure electrical contacts are clean and that they
function properly. Give special attention to solder
joints on bellows and oat when this type of control
is used. Check oat for evidence of collapse and
check mercury bulb (where applicable) for mercury
separation or discoloration. DO NOT ATTEMPT
TO REPAIR MECHANISMS IN THE FIELD.
Complete replacement mechanisms, including
necessary gaskets and installation instructions, are
available from the manufacturer.
D. CHECK BURNER AND CONTROLS at least
once a year. See Section IV - Operating Instructions,
Paragraph E for control checks. See Burner Manual for
burner tests and adjustments.
E. LUBRICATE BOILER COMPONENTS according
to manufacturer’s instructions. Generally, this involves
the oil burner and circulator. This includes the type of
lubricant to use, frequency of lubrication, and points to
lubricate.
F. GENERAL MAINTENANCE CONSIDERATIONS
1. Keep radiators and convectors clean.
2. If a hot water radiator is hot at the bottom but not at
the top, it indicates that air has accumulated inside
and should be vented. To vent radiator, hold small
cup under air vent (located near top of radiator),
open vent until water escapes and then close.
3. If much water is added to system, it is advisable to
heat system to a high temperature and vent again.
This will make less venting necessary during the
winter.
4. Where an expansion tank is used, make sure that
neither the tank nor its drain pipe is exposed to
freezing temperatures. Never place valves in piping
leading to or from expansion tank.
5. Boiler and system cleaning will help assure
trouble free operation. See Section IV - Operating
Instructions, Paragraphs F or G for procedure.
G. ATTENTION TO BOILER WHILE NOT IN
OPERATION
WARNING
If boiler is not used during winter time, it must be
fully drained to prevent freeze damage.
1. Spray inside surfaces with light lubricating or
crankcase oil using gun with extended stem so as to
reach all corners.
2. With steam boilers, at end of season add sufcient
water to ll boiler to top of water column and leave
it that way until fall when water should be drained
again to proper level. If at this time boiler water is
dirty, drain water, ush out boiler, and rell with
clean water to prescribed water level.
3. Always keep the manual fuel supply valve shut off
when the burner is shut down for an extended period
of time.
4. To recondition the heating system in the fall season
after a prolonged shut down, follow the instructions
outlined in Section IV - Operating Instructions,
Paragraphs B through G.
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SECTION VI - BURNER SPECIFICATIONS
NOTICE
V9A boiler ratings and capacities are based upon the following burners, pump pressures, nozzle sizes and
manifold pressures. Refer to instructions furnished with burner for additional information regarding proper
installation, fuel piping, wiring details, burner adjustments, service instructions and burner start-up.
Table V: Beckett Burner Specications
OIL BURNERS
Boiler
Model
V903A3.1BeckettCF-500CF60KK2103N/AN/A---150Hago2.50 x 45° - P
V904A4.2BeckettCF-800CF80KH180N/AN/A---150Hago3.40 x 45° - P
V905A5.6BeckettCF-800CF80KH2106N/AN/A---150Hago4.50 x 45° - P
V906A7.0BeckettCF-1400CF66KD3N/AN/A2.754.0150300Hago4.00 x 60° - P
V907A8.3BeckettCF-1400CF66KD4N/AN/A3.06.5150275Hago5.00 x 45° - P
V908A9.6BeckettCF-1400 CF66KEE1N/AN/A3.58.5150300Hago5.50 x 45° - P
V909A11.6Beckett CF-2300A CF66KG0N/AN/A2.04.0150275Hago7.00 x 45° - P
V910A13.2Beckett CF-2300A CF66KG1N/AN/A2.06.0150275Hago8.00 x 45° - P
V911A14.8BeckettCF-2500CF66KP0N/AN/A0.53.0275275Hago(L) 4.50 x 45° - P
V912A16.4BeckettCF-2500CF66KP0N/AN/A0.54.0275275Hago(H) 5.00 x 45° - P
Burner
Input
(GPH)
Burner
Mfr.
Burner
Model
Air Tube
Comb.
Head
Burner Settings
Air
Shutter
Band
Air
Air Damper
LowHigh
Pump
Pressure (PSI)
Low
Fire
High
Fire
Nozzle
Make
Nozzle Data
GPH x
Angle-Type
GAS BURNERS
Boiler
Model
V903A447BeckettCG10.1S------101(1.3)2.53.24
V904A606BeckettCG10.4S------52(1.3)2.63.64
V905A808BeckettCG10.5S------71(1)3.34.61
V906A1010BeckettCG10.6S------106(1.1)3.645.43
V907A1198BeckettCG15.3S1843------0.93.15.31
V908A1386BeckettCG15.4S2163------0.953.36.14
V909A1674BeckettCG25.2S2347------0.83.434.69
V910A1905BeckettCG25.3S2652------0.83.444.94
V911A2136BeckettCG25.4S2858------0.83.04.88
V912A2367BeckettCG50.2S1025------0.82.13.87
Burner
Input
(MBH)
Burner
Mfr.
Burner
Model
Damper SettingsManifold Pressure - “W.C.
Low
Fire
High
Fire
ShutterBand
Low Fire
(Start)
High Fire
Minimum Inlet Pressure
- “W.C.
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Table VI: Power Flame Burner Specications
OIL BURNERS
Boiler
Model
V904A4.2Power FlameC1-OS1/81/4” / Closed3/4” / 1/4”100270Delavan2.50 x 90° - B
V905A5.6Power FlameC1-OS1/4Closed / 1/2”3/8” / 7/8”100295Delavan3.25 x 80° - B
V906A7.0Power FlameC1-OS1/43/8” / 3/16”7/8” / 9/16”100300Delavan4.00 x 80° - B
V907A8.3Power FlameC1-OS1/21/2” / Closed 11/16” / 3/16”100275Delavan5.00 x 70° - B
V908A9.6Power FlameC2-OAS1/81/2” / Closed1/2” / 1”100260Delavan6.00 x 80° - B
V909A11.6Power FlameC2-OAS1/43/8” / 1/16”3/4” / 5/16”100275Delavan7.00 x 80° - B
V910A13.2Power FlameC2-OAS1/43/8” / 1/4”7/8” / 1/2”100275Delavan8.00 x 80° - B
V911A14.8Power FlameC2-OB1/41/2” / 1/4”1-1/8” / 5/8”100270Delavan9.00 x 80° - B
V912A16.4Power FlameC2-OB1/43/4” / 1/4”1-1/4” / 3/4”100270Delavan10.00 x 80° - B
* SEE OIL BURNER DATA ABOVE FOR NOZZLE SIZES AND PUMP PRESSURE SETTINGS.
** MINIMUM INLET PRESSURE FOR UL GAS TRAINS ONLY. CONSULT FACTORY FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
NOTES:(1) Burner not approved in Canada for LP gas.
Burner Input
Oil
(GPH)
Gas
(MBH)
Burner Mfr.
Burner
Model
Diffuser
Blade
Setting
Top / Bottom Damper
Low FireHigh Fire
Damper Settings
Manifold
Pressure “W.C.
Low
Fire
High
Fire
** Minimum Inlet
Pressure - “W.C.
Nat.
Gas
LP Gas
(1)
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Table VII: Webster Burner Specications
OIL BURNERS
Air Inlet
Settings
Low
Fire
High
Fire
Diffuser
Burner Settings
Drawer
Assembly
Inner Fire
Cylinder
Boiler
Model
V903A3.1N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
V904A4.2N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
V905A5.6WebsterJB1-021/16”(1)1/4”1/16”(2)100256Delavan(2) 1.75 x 80° -B
V906A7.0WebsterJB1-031/4”(1)3/8”1/16”(2)100242Delavan (2) 2.25 x 80° - B
V907A8.3WebsterJB1-031/4”(1)3/8”1/16”(2)100276Delavan(2) 2.50 x 80° - B
V908A9.6WebsterJB1-031/8”(1)1/4”1/16”(2)100300Delavan(2) 2.75 x 80° - B
NOTES: (1) Straight oil burner drawer assembly is #420007 with direct spark ignition, straight gas drawer assembly is #420005, and gas/oil drawer assembly is
#420010 with proven gas pilot. For all oil and gas/oil drawer assemblies, you must also specify nozzles required.
Burner
Model
Nozzle to
(2) High re damper setting will vary with nal job site conditions.
Pump
Pressure
(PSI)
Low
Fire
High
Fire
Nozzle
Make
Nozzle Data
GPH x
Angle-Type
(1) 3.50 x 80° - B
(1) 3.20 X 80° - B
(1) 5.00 x 80° - B
(1) 4.50 x 80° - B
GAS BURNERS
Boiler
Model
V903A447
V904A606
V905A808
V906A1010
V907A1198
V908A1386
V909A1674
V910A1905
V911A2136
V912A2367
Burner
Input
Burner Mfr.
(GPH)
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
WebsterJB1-021/16”(1)1/4”1/16”(2)
WebsterJB1-031/4”(1)3/8”1/16”(2)
WebsterJB1-031/4”(1)3/8”1/16”(2)
WebsterJB1-031/8”(1)1/4”1/16”(2)
WebsterJB1-051/8”(1)3/4”1/16”(2)
WebsterJB1-053/16”(1)1”1/16”(2)
WebsterJB1-073/16”(1)3/4”1/16”(2)
WebsterJB1-073/16”(1)3/4”1/16”(2)
NOTES: (1) Straight oil burner drawer assembly is #420007 with direct spark ignition, straight gas drawer assembly is #420005, and gas/oil drawer assembly is
#420010 with proven gas pilot. For all oil and gas/oil drawer assemblies, you must also specify nozzles required.
Burner
Model
Nozzle to
Diffuser
(2) High re damper setting will vary with nal job site conditions.
Burner SettingsAir Inlet Settings
Drawer
Assembly
Inner Fire
Cylinder
Low Fire High FireHigh Fire “W.C.
Manifold
Pressure
1.8
2.3
2.8
2.6
3.2
4.1
4.8
4.2
COMBINATION GAS / OIL BURNERS
Burner Input
Boiler
Model
V903A3.1447N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
V904A4.2606N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
V905A5.6808Webster JB1-021/16”(1)1/4”1/16”(2)1.8100256Delavan (2) 1.75 x 80° -B
V906A7.01010Webster JB1-031/4”(1)3/8”1/16”(2)2.3100242Delavan (2) 2.25 x 80° - B
V907A8.31198 Webster JB1-031/4”(1)3/8”1/16”(2)2.8100276Delavan (2) 2.50 x 80° - B
V908A9.61366Webster JB1-031/8”(1)1/4”1/16”(2)2.6100300Delavan (2) 2.75 x 80° - B
NOTES: (1) Straight oil burner drawer assembly is #420007 with direct spark ignition, straight gas drawer assembly is #420005, and gas/oil drawer assembly is
(MBH)
Burner
Gas
#420010 with proven gas pilot. For all oil and gas/oil drawer assemblies, you must also specify nozzles required.
Mfr.
Burner
Model
Nozzle to
(2) High re damper setting will vary with nal job site conditions.
Diffuser
Burner Settings
Drawer
Assembly
Inner Fire
Cylinder
Air Inlet
Settings
Low
Fire
High
Fire
Manifold
Pressure
High
Fire
“W.C.
Pump
Pressure
(PSI)
Low
High
Fire
Fire
Nozzle
Make
Nozzle Data
GPH x
Angle-Type
(1) 3.50 x 80° - B
(1) 3.20 X 80° - B
(1) 5.00 x 80° - B
(1) 4.50 x 80° - B
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Table VIII: Carlin Burner Specications
OIL BURNERS
Pump Pressure
(PSI)
Low
Fire
High
Fire
Nozzle
Make
Nozzle Data
(L) 5.50 x 45° - H
(H) 4.00 x 45° - H
(L) 6.50 x 45° - H
(H) 4.50 x 45° - H
(L) 6.00 x 45° - H
(H) 6.00 x 45° - H
(L) 7.00 x 45° - H
(H) 6.50 x 45° - H
Head
Burner Settings
Air
Band
Air Damper
Low High
Boiler
Model
V903A3.1Carlin301CRD 8” - Style ‘B’1/4”60%N/AN/A---150Delavan2.50 x 80° - B
V904A4.2Carlin301CRD 8” - Style ‘B’1/2”100%N/AN/A---150Hago3.50 x 80° - SS
V905A5.6Carlin301CRD 8” - Style ‘C’34”100%N/AN/A---150Hago4.50 x 80° - SS
V906A7.0Carlin702CRD10” Std.7/32”N/A1/2”Open100300Hago4.00 x 60° - P
V907A8.3Carlin702CRD10” Std.1/2”N/A1/2”Open100300Hago5.00 x 60° - P
V908A9.6Carlin702CRD10” Std.3/4”N/A1/2”Open100300Hago5.50 x 60° - P
All V9A Series Repair Parts may be obtained through your local Burnham Wholesale distributor. Should
you require assistance in locating a Burnham Distributor in your area, or have questions regarding the
availability of Burnham products or repair parts, please contact Burnham Customer Service at 888-791-3790
or Fax (717) 293-5803.