LAARS Horizon User Manual
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions Document 1104B
Installation,
Operation and
Maintenance
Instructions for
Horizon
Oil Fired Boiler
OUT OF
PRODUCTION
FOR YOUR SAFETY: This product must be installed and serviced by a professional service technician,
qualified in boiler installation and maintenance. Improper installation and/or operation could create
carbon monoxide gas in flue gases which could cause serious injury, property damage, or death.
Improper installation and/or operation will void the warranty.
WARNING
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or fuel oil
supplier.
57-207B
A subsidiary of BRADFORD WHITE Corporation
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1.
General Information
1A. Freight Claims .............................................. 3
1B. General Information ...................................... 3
1C. Boiler Installation .......................................... 3
1D. Boiler Location .............................................. 3
1E. Boiler Clearances (minimum) ....................... 3
1F. Floor ............................................................. 3
1G. Combustion and Ventilation Air ..................... 3
1H. Chimney and Draft Requirements .................3
1I. Jacket (normally fitted).................................. 3
1J. Oil Burner (normally fitted) ............................ 3
1K. Boiler Controls (normally fitted) ..................... 3
1L. Oil ................................................................. 4
1M. Oil Storage and Pipe Layout ......................... 4
1N. Electrical Connections .................................. 4
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1O. Operation
(using Honeywell L.8124A aquastat relay) .... 4
1P. Domestic Water Piping ................................. 4
SECTION 2.
Maintenance
2A. Cleaning the Boiler ....................................... 4
2B. Cleaning the Chimney................................... 4
2C. Servicing the Burner ..................................... 4
2D. Maintenance of the Tankless Coil ................. 5
2E. Coil Removal ................................................ 5
SECTION 3.
Part Numbers
................................................................... 11
PRODUCTION
Horizon
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SECTION 1.
General Information
1A. Freight Claims
Inspection should be made of boiler and
components for damage upon arrival. Any claims for
damage should immediately be filed against the
carrier by the consignee.
1B. General Information
These boilers have been designed and
constructed according to the requirements of the
relevant ASME Codes using heavy gage steel plate
and boiler tubes. They are of the three pass horizontal
tube design using a reverse flame technique in the
boiler to impart a high heat transfer in the primary
heating zone before directing gases into the third pass.
The compact tubular third pass incorporates
special stainless steel flue gas baffles with extension
rods to allow full insertion of the baffles into the back
end of tubes where they are most effective.
A 5 gal/min. domestic hot water coil is located at
the top of the boiler in the hottest zone for ample hot
water supply. A unique feature of its attachment is the
raised coil flange which allows the use of clamping
bolts rather than studs, thereby eliminating water leaks
caused by broken studs.
Two ceraform lined doors provide easy access
for cleaning, the lower door with burner attached
remaining in position while the upper door is removed
for tube cleaning.
up burner and a test hole gives access for CO
draft readings.
enamel jacket and comes completely pre-assembled
for easy installation. Alternatively, it can be supplied
in knock-down form.
This boiler is designed for use in closed systems
where air is eliminated from the system and no more
oxygen is allowed to enter (typical baseboard or
radiator system). Do not directly connect this boiler
to a system utilizing rubber or plastic tubing which
has an oxygen permeation rating greater than 0.1
milligrams / liter / day. Damage to the boiler will
result and the warranty will be void (see warranty
section 4g).
1C. Boiler Installation
should be made to the National Fire Protection
Standard for Oil Burning Equipment - NFPA 31 Latest Edition.
PRODUCTION
A flame observation port is provided for setting-
The boiler is encased in a fully insulated baked
For recommended installation practice reference
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Caution
1D. Boiler Location
The boiler should be positioned as near to the
chimney as possible and have a minimum smoke-pipe
connector length of 18".
1E. Boiler Clearances (minimum)
Top - 6"; Front - 24"; Rear - 6"; Sides - 6".
1F. Floor
The boiler must be mounted on a noncombustible masonry or cement floor with no
combustibles underneath.
1G. Combustion and Ventilation Air
To insure an adequate supply of fresh air for
combustion and ventilation an inlet and outlet opening
should be provided at floor and ceiling level. Each
opening must have a minimum of one square inch of
free area for every 1000 BTU/h of input or 140 square
inches per gallon of oil burned per hour. The openings
must not be in a position liable to blockage.
1H. Chimney and Draft Requirements
To assure the safe and proper operation of the oil
burner the boiler must be connected to a chimney
having sufficient draft at all times to evacuate the flue
gases to atmosphere. A draft regulator should be
installed in the smoke-pipe as near to the flue as
possible and adjusted to achieve an over fire draft of
0.01 in. W.C.
1I. Jacket (normally fitted)
If not fitted, assemble panels in accordance with
instructions in Figure 2.
1J. Oil Burner (normally fitted)
If not fitted, insert burner tube into boiler so that
it is recessed approximately 1/4" back from the inside
wall of door insulation, then clamp mounting flange
and bolt up to front-plate.
The burner should be wired and connected to the
oil line in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
1K. Boiler Controls (normally fitted)
If controls are supplied separately, fit them to the
boiler in the positions shown in Figure 2, with jacket
in place.
Circulator - 1 1/4' return tapping at rear of boiler.
Tridicator - temp./press. gauge - 1/2" tapping at
top of boiler.
Relief Valve - 3/4" tapping at top of boiler. Pipe
to safe place of discharge.
Aquastat Relief - L8124A - 3/4" tapping.
Fit a drain valve (not supplied) in the hydronic
return tee. Check that all connections are made water
tight.
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1L. Oil
Use only No. 2 Heating Oil. Do not use gasoline,
crankcase draining or any oil containing gasoline.
1M. Oil Storage and Pipe Layout
(See Figures 3 and 4)
Figure 3: One-pipe system - pipe and tank layout.
Figure 4: Two-pipe system - pipe and tank layout.
1N. Electrical Connections
All electrical wiring must conform to local codes
and/or the National Electrical Code ANSI / NFPA No.
70 - Latest Edition. The system must be electrically
grounded in accordance with the requirements of the
authority having jurisdiction or, in the absence of such
requirements, with the National Electrical Code
mentioned above.
1O. Operation
(using Honeywell L.8124A
aquastat relay)
A call for heat from the room thermostat causes
the relay to “make” the burner circuit and also feed
the circulator, provided the boiler water temperature is
above the low limit setting (usually 190° to 210°F).
The burner and circulator then continue to run until
the room thermostat is satisfied.
A high limit switch shuts off burner in the event
of water temperature exceeding the high limit setting,
usually 20° to 30°F above the low limit setting.
The low limit switch and circulator maintain
boiler water temperature for domestic hot water
service and prevents circulation of heating system
water if domestic water is not hot enough.
1P. Domestic Water Piping
Connect hot water tempering valve (12) “HOT”
port to hot water outlet from unit. This valve should
be mounted 8" to 12" below the outlet and set for
120°F mixed delivery temperature or as local codes
dictate.
PRODUCTION
OUT OF
Connect gate or shutoff valve (13) to tempering
valve (12) “MIX” port, and cold water inlet.
Connect pressure relief valve (11) (if required by
codes), maximum 150 PSI as close to the unit as
possible. No other valves or restrictions may be
installed between the DHW coil and the relief valve.
(DO NOT USE A TEMPERATURE/
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE AS THIS IS NOT A
STORAGE HOT WATER HEATER).
SECTION 2.
Maintenance
WARNING
Flue gases are dangerous - do not operate boiler if
there is an escape of flue gas. Call a qualified
serviceman and have the entire flue and venting
system inspected.
2A. Cleaning the Boiler
To maintain the high thermal efficiency and a
long life from your boiler, it should be cleaned at least
once a year, preferably at the end of the heating
season. This is particularly important as rusting can
occur when the boiler is idle.
It is recommended that a service contract be
arranged with a properly equipped serviceman who
will be able to do the job efficiently and without mess.
1. Switch off electrical supply to the boiler.
2. Remove front cleaning cover.
3. Remove flue baffles and thoroughly brush out
flue tubes.
4. Remove flue deposits from flue collector box
using a vacuum nozzle through side cleaning
ports.
5. Vacuum out accumulated deposits from
combustion chamber through cleaning cover
opening.
6. Replace all parts, ensuring flue baffles are
correctly located and cleaning cover is tightly
sealed.
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8 - 12"
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2B. Cleaning the Chimney
Sweep all soot deposits from chimney and
smoke-pipe once a year, preferably at the end of the
heating season. It is also advisable to inspect the
chimney and smoke-pipe at the beginning of heating
season as birds may have built their nest inside or
other material may be causing a blockage.
2C. Servicing the Burner
This should only be carried out by a trained and
licensed service technician in accordance with the
burner maker’s instructions.
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