New Yorker Boiler FR Installation Manual
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HORIZONTAL TUBE BOILER
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has determined that the
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FR-122, FR-147, FR-173, FR-205
and FR-232 water boilers
meet the ENERGY STAR
guidelines for Energy
efciency established by the
United States Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA).
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION - READ CAREFULLY
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 American National Standard ANSI/NFPA 211, “Chimneys, Fireplaces,
Vents, and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances”, For Venting requirements.
C. 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.
D. All wiring on boilers installed in the USA shall be made in accordance with the National
Electrical Code and/or Local Regulations.
The following terms are used throughout this manual to bring attention to the presence of
hazards of various risk levels, or to important information concerning product life.
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.
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 boiler 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 boiler before installing, starting-up, operating,
maintaining or servicing this boiler. Keep this manual and literature in legible condition and posted
near boiler 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.
Installation is NOT complete unless a pressure relief valve is installed into the tapping located on top
of Shell Assembly near rear of boiler - See Piping and Trim Sections of this manual for details.
It is the responsibility of the installing contractor to see that all controls are correctly installed and
are operating properly when installation is complete including verifying that the limit sensor is fully
installed (seated in bottom of Well).
Failure to properly install Limit Sensor may result in property damage, personal injury or loss of life
due to elevated operating temperatures and/or pressures.
This boiler is NOT suitable for installation on combustible ooring, unless installed with a combustible
oor shield constructed in accordance with NFPA 31. A concrete pad is not sufcient to protect
combustible ooring. Concrete over wood joists is considered combustible ooring.
DO NOT install boiler on carpeting.
When boiler is installed on concrete which is over a material that is subject to melting (PVC, PEX
radiant tubing, etc.) a combustible oor shield must be used.
DO NOT operate on masonry oors, which may contain moisture.
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.
Have Firetubes cleaned 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.
When cleaning this boiler, DO NOT damage combustion chamber. If damaged, combustion chamber
must be replaced immediately.
Oil Burner and Controls must be checked at least once a year or as may be necessitated.
DO NOT operate boiler with jumpered or absent controls or safety devices.
DO NOT operate boiler if any control, switch, component, or device has been subject to water.
Boiler 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 boiler.
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WARNING
This boiler contains very hot water under 12 - 15 PSI pressure. 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.
High water temperatures increase the risk of scalding injury. If this boiler is equipped with a tankless
heater for domestic water supply, a ow regulator and automatic mixing valve must be installed properly
in tankless heater piping. See Piping and Trim Sections of this manual for details.
This boiler needs fresh air for safe operation and must be installed so there are provisions for adequate
combustion and ventilation air.
This boiler must be connected to an approved chimney or vent system in good condition. Serious
property damage could result if the boiler is connected to a dirty or inadequate chimney or vent system.
The interior of the chimney ue must be inspected and cleaned before the start of the heating season for
any obstructions. A clean and unobstructed chimney ue is 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.
DO NOT operate boiler with the absence of an approved vent system.
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 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.
All boilers equipped with burner swing door have a potential hazard which if ignored can cause severe
property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Before opening swing door, turn off service switch to
boiler to prevent accidental ring of burner outside the combustion chamber. Be sure to tighten swing
door fastener completely when service is completed.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. General Information ..............................5
II. Pre-Installation ......................................8
III. Knockdown Boiler Assembly .............10
IV. Water Piping and Trim ........................12
V. Venting .................................................17
VI. Electrical ..............................................19
VII. Oil Piping .............................................23
VIII. System Start-Up ..................................25
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IX. Operating .............................................31
X. Maintenance & Service Instructions .36
XI. Boiler Cleaning .................................... 37
XII. Troubleshooting ..................................40
XIII. Repair Parts ......................................... 43
XIV. Burner Specications ......................... 51
Appendix A - Low Water Cut-Off ........52
I: GENERAL INFORMATION
Figure 1A: FR-HGS and FR-HGSII Water Boiler (Heat Only), Beckett Burner
Figure 1B: FR-98-W Thru FR-232-W Water Boiler With or Without Tankless Heater, Beckett Burner
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I: GENERAL INFORMATION (continued)
Figure 1C: FR-265-W Thru FR-462-W Water Boiler With or Without Tankless Heater, Beckett Burner
TABLE 1: DIMENSIONAL DATA (SEE FIGURES 1A THRU 1C)
Dimensions - Inches
Boiler Model
A B C D E F G
FR-HGS 31-7/8 19-7/8 18-3/8 25-3/4 31-3/8 3-1/8 5-7/8 9.5
FR-HGSII 31-7.8 19-7/8 18-3/8 26-1/2 31-3/8 3-1/8 6-7/8 9.0
FR-98/122 37-7/8 19-7/8 18-3/8 25-1/4 30-1/2 3-7/8 5-7/8 20.0
FR-147/173 46-5/8 21-7/8 21-5/8 30-1/4 35-3/4 5-3/8 6-7/8 40.0
FR-205/232 51-1/8 21-7/8 25-7/8 29-3/4 40-3/4 6-1/8 7-7/8 46.0
FR-265/305 51-1/8 21-7/8 25-7/8 34 38-3/4 6-1/8 7-7/8 52.0
FR-350/400 58 25-7/8 27-7/8 35-3/4 40-7/8 6-1/8 9-7/8 70.0
FR-462 58 25-7/8 33-7/8 35-3/4 46-3/4 6-1/8 9-7/8 80.0
NOTE: 1. FR Series is available as a Packaged Water Boiler Only.
2. Maximum Working Pressure: Water 30 PSI Shipped Standard
Content - Gallons
Approx. Water
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I: GENERAL INFORMATION (continued)
TABLE 2: RATING DATA
Burner
Boiler Model
No.
* FR-HGS
* FR-HGSII 1.30 182 106 --- 158 7 8 x 8 15 85.0
* FR-98-W 0.85 119 104 --- 90 6 8 x 8 15 86.4
* FR-122-W 1.10 154 132 --- 11 5 6 8 x 8 15 85.1
FR-147-W 1.25 175 154 --- 134 7 8 x 8 15 86.7
FR-173-W 1.50 210 184 --- 160 7 8 x 8 15 85.9
FR-205-W 1.75 245 215 --- 187 8 8 x 8 15 86.0
FR-232-W 2.00 280 242 --- 210 8 8 x 8 15 85.1
FR-265-W 2.40 336 N/A 265 230 10 8 x 12 15 (82.2)
FR-305-W 2.75 385 N/A 305 265 10 8 x 12 18 (83.4)
FR-350-W 3.00 420 N/A 350 304 10 8 x 12 20 (83.1)
FR-400-W 3.50 490 N/A 400 348 10 8 x 12 20 (82.0)
FR-462-W 4.00 560 N/A 465 402 10 12 x 12 20 (82.7)
* Boiler Model Sufx: P = Packaged (Otherwise Shipped Knockdown)
Capacity
GPH MBH
0.80 112 100 --- 87 6 8 x 8 15 87.8
1.00 140 122 --- 106 6 8 x 8 15 86.3
DOE
Heating
Capacity -
MBH
AHRI
Gross
Output -
MBH
AHRI NET
Ratings -
MBH
Minimum Chimney
Requirements
Round In.
Dia.
Rectangle
In. x In.
Height
Ft.
AFUE %
(Thermal Effy)
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II: PRE-INSTALLATION
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 receipt of
goods.
B. LOCATE BOILER near nal position before removing
crate. See Figures 1A thru 1C. Using hand truck or pipe
rollers under skid, move boiler into position along side
installation site.
CAUTION
DO NOT drop boiler. DO NOT bump boiler jacket
against oor.
1. LOCATE so that vent pipe connection to chimney
will be short and direct.
2. BOILER IS NOT SUITABLE FOR
INSTALLATION ON COMBUSTIBLE FLOOR
unless installed with a Combustible Floor Shield
constructed in accordance with NFPA31.. Boiler
cannot be installed on carpeting.
3. FOR BASEMENT INSTALLATION, provide
a solid elevated base, such as concrete, if oor is
not level, or if water may be encountered on oor
around boiler.
WARNING
Do not support boiler by placing blocks at the
four (4) corners of the boiler.
Boiler base must be evenly supported under
entire base.
Concrete over wood joists is considered
combustible flooring. Do not operate on
masonry oors, which may contain moisture.
4. PROVIDE SERVICE CLEARANCE of at least
48” clearance from front jacket panel for servicing
and removal of front tankless heater.
5. For minimum clearances to combustible materials.
See Figure 2.
NOTICE
Clearance to venting is for single wall vent
pipe. If Type L vent is used, clearance may be
reduced to the minimum required by the vent pipe
manufacturer.
Figure 2: Minimum Installation Clearances to Combustible Materials (Inches)
C
A
Above
6 24 18 6 6
NOTE 1: Listed clearances comply with American National
Standard NFPA 31, Standard for the Installation of Oil
Burning Equipment.
B
Front
Chimney
Connector
D
Rear
E
Sides
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NOTE 2: FR™ 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.
NOTE 3: For reduced clearances to combustible material,
protection must be provided as described in the ANSI/NFPA
31 standard.
II: PRE-INSTALLATION (continued)
C. PROVIDE COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION
AIR. Local and National Codes may apply and should
be referenced.
WARNING
Adequate combustion and ventilation air must
be provided to assure proper combustion and
to maintain safe ambient air temperatures.
DO NOT install boiler where gasoline or other
ammable vapors or liquids, or sources of
hydrocarbons (i.e. bleaches, fabric softeners,
etc.) are used or stored.
1. Determine volume of space (boiler room). Rooms
communicating directly with the space in which
the appliances are installed, through openings not
furnished with doors, are considered a part of the
space.
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Volume(ft
2. Determine total input of all appliances in the space.
Add inputs of all appliances in the space and round
the result to the nearest 1000 BTU per hour.
3. Determine type of space. Divide Volume by total
input of all appliances in space. If the result is
greater than or equal to 50 ft3/1000 BTU per hour,
then it is considered an unconned space. If the
result is less than 50 ft3/1000 BTU per hour then the
space is considered a conned space.
4. For boiler located in an unconned space of a
conventionally constructed building, the fresh
air inltration through cracks around windows
and doors normally provides adequate air for
combustion and ventilation.
5. For boiler located in a conned space or an
unconned space in a building of unusually tight
construction, provide outdoor air.
Outdoor air may be provided with the use of two
permanent openings which communicate directly or
by duct with the outdoors or spaces (crawl or attic)
freely communicating with the outdoors. Locate one
opening within 12 inches of top of space.
) = Length(ft) x Width(ft) x Height(ft)
Locate remaining opening within 12 inches of
bottom of space. Minimum dimension of air opening
is 3 inches. Size each opening per following:
a. Direct communication with outdoors.
Minimum free area of 1 square inch per 4,000
BTU per hour input of all equipment in space.
b. Vertical ducts. Minimum free area of 1 square
inch per 4,000 BTU per hour input of all
equipment in space. Duct cross-sectional area
shall be same as opening free area.
c. Horizontal ducts. Minimum free area of 1
square inch per 2,000 BTU per hour input of all
equipment in space. Duct cross-sectional area
shall be same as opening free area.
Alternate method for boiler located within
conned space. Use indoor air if two permanent
openings communicate directly with additional
space(s) of sufcient volume such that combined
volume of all spaces meet criteria for unconned
space. Size each opening for minimum free area
of 1 square inch per 1,000 BTU per hour input
of all equipment in spaces, but not less than 100
square inches.
6. Louvers and Grilles of Ventilation Ducts
a. All outside openings should be screened and
louvered. Screens used should not be smaller
than 1/4 inch mesh. Louvers will prevent the
entrance of rain and snow.
b. Free area requirements need to consider the
blocking effect of louvers, grilles, or screens
protecting the openings. If the free area of the
louver or grille is not known, assume wood
louvers have 20-25 percent free area and metal
louvers and grilles have 60-75 percent free area.
c. Louvers and grilles must be xed in the open
position, or interlocked with the equipment to
open automatically during equipment operation.
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III: KNOCK-DOWN BOILER ASSEMBLY
A. REMOVAL OF BOILER from skid.
1. Remove all boiler-to-skid hold down fasteners.
2. FR-HGS thru FR-232: Carefully walk boiler to the
edge of skid. Tilt the boiler back, allowing an edge
to rest on the oor, and remove the skid.
FR-265 thru FR-462: A mechanical lifting device
may be required to safely remove boiler from skid.
B. TEST HEAT EXCHANGER FOR LEAKS before
proceeding with jacket assembly.
1. Install pressure relief valve supplied, a hose to the
city water to a valve in the supply tapping. Plug
remainder of tappings.
2. Fill boiler with water and apply a pressure of at
least 10 psig but no more than 25 psig, to prevent
weeping from seat of relief valve.
WARNING
Do not apply more than 30 psig to boiler.
CAUTION
If front ue box or rear smoke box fasteners are
removed, tighten them to 26 ft/lbs when replacing
them.
C. INSTALLING THE JACKET
1. Attach lower rear jacket panel to left side and right
side jacket panels with the screws provided so that
the assembled components make a “U” shape and
can stand alone (see Figure 22).
2. Approaching the boiler from the rear, place the
assembled jacket pieces from Step 1 around the
boiler so that the lower rear panel passes below the
rear smokebox.
3. Attach the lower front panel, upper front panel, and
upper rear panel. Make sure the jacket clearance
holes line up properly with the appropriate boiler
extensions and tappings.
4. Attach the top panel assembly (left and right pieces).
D. INSTALLATION OF BOILER CONTROLS
1. Install provided pressure/temperature gauge into ¼”
NPT coupling located on front or top of the boiler.
Tighten so not to have any water leaks. See Figures
1A thru 1C.
2. Mount the limit control. Thread the provided
immersion well into the 3/4” NPT tapping located
on the front or top of boiler, see Figures 1A thru 1C.
Place the Aquastat Control on immersion well and
tighten clamp screws to secure control to immersion
well. Apply heat transfer paste (not furnished)
to limit sensor and fully insert limit sensor into
immersion well such that the tip on the limit sensor
touches the bottom of the immersion well. See
Figure 3.
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3. Mount burner to front re door and wire according
to instructions provided with the burner. Refer to
Figure 4.
Figure 3: Limit Sensor Insertion
III: KNOCK-DOWN BOILER ASSEMBLY (continued)
Figure 4: Burner Mounting
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IV: WATER PIPING AND TRIM
WARNING
Failure to properly pipe boiler may result in improper operation and damage to boiler or structure.
Oxygen contamination of boiler water will cause corrosion of iron and steel boiler components, and
can lead to boiler failure. New Yorker’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.
A. DESIGN A PIPING SYSTEM and install boiler which
will prevent oxygen contamination of boiler water and
frequent water additions.
1. 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.
2. In order to insure long product life, oxygen sources
should 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. Isolating the boiler from the system water by
installing a heat exchanger.
3. Connect System supply and return piping to boiler.
See Figures 6A and 6B. Also, consult Residential
Hydronic Heating Installation and Design I=B=R
Guide. Maintain minimum ½ inch clearance from
hot water piping to combustible materials.
NOTICE
System supply and return piping must be
connected to correct boiler pipe.
New Yorker
circulator to supply sufcient ow (GPM) to
allow a 20°F temperature differential in the
system. When sizing the system circulator,
the pressure drop of all radiators, baseboard
and radiant tubing and all connecting piping
must be considered.
a. If this boiler is used in connection with
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recommends sizing the system
refrigeration systems, the boiler must be installed
so that the chilled medium is piped in parallel
with the heating boiler using appropriate valves
to prevent the chilled medium from entering the
boiler. See Figure 5. Also, consult Residential
Hydronic Heating Installation and Design I=B=R
Guide.
Figure 5: Recommended Piping for Combination
Heating and Cooling (Refrigeration) System
b. If this boiler is connected to heating coils located
in air handling units where they may be exposed
to refrigerated air, the boiler piping must be
equipped with ow control valves to prevent
gravity circulation of boiler water during the
operation of the cooling system.
c. If boiler is used with an Indirect-Fired Domestic
Hot Water Heater, install the Indirect-Fired
Domestic Hot Water Heater as a separate heating
zone. Refer to the Indirect-Fired Domestic Hot
Water Heater Installation, Operating, and Service
Instructions for additional information.
d. Use a system bypass if the boiler is to be
operated in a system which has a large volume
or excessive radiation where low boiler water
temperatures may be encountered (i.e. converted
gravity circulation system, etc.) The bypass
should be the same size as the supply and return
lines with valves located in the bypass and return
line as illustrated in Figures 6A and 6B in order
to regulate water ow for maintenance of higher
boiler water temperature. Set the bypass and
return valves to a half throttle position to start.
IV: WATER PIPING AND TRIM (continued)
Operate boiler until the system water temperature
reaches its normal operating range. Adjust
the valves to maintain 180°F to 200°F boiler
water temperature and greater the 120°F return
temperature. Adjust both valves simultaneously.
Closing the boiler return valve while opening
the bypass valve will raise the boiler return
temperature. Opening the boiler return valve
while closing the by-pass valve will lower the
boiler return temperature.
e. A water boiler installed above radiation level
must be provided with a low water cutoff device
as part of the installation.
B. INSTALL SAFETY RELIEF VALVE. See Figures
6A and 6B. Safety Relief Valve must be installed with
spindle in the vertical position. Installation of the relief
valve must be consistent with ANSI/ASME Boiler and
Pressure Vessel Code, Section IV.
WARNING
Installation is NOT complete unless a safety relief
valve is installed as shown in Figure 4. Safety
(relief) valve discharge piping must be piped near
oor 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.
C. INSTALL DRAIN VALVE IN RETURN PIPING.
See Figures 6A and 6B.
D. OIL, GREASE, AND OTHER FOREIGN
MATERIALS which accumulate in new hot water
and a new or reworked system should be boiled
out, and then thoroughly ushed. A qualied water
treatment chemical specialist should be consulted for
recommendations regarding appropriate chemical
compounds and concentrations which are compatible
with local environmental regulations.
E. AFTER THE BOILER AND SYSTEM HAVE
BEEN CLEANED AND FLUSHED, and before
relling the entire system add appropriate water
treatment chemicals, if necessary, to bring the pH
between 7 and 11.
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Figure 6A: Recommended Water Piping for Circulator Zoned Heating Systems
IV: WATER PIPING AND TRIM (continued)
Figure 6B: Recommended Water Piping for Zone Valve Zoned Heating Systems
IV: WATER PIPING AND TRIM (continued)
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IV: WATER PIPING AND TRIM (continued)
F. CONNECT TANKLESS HEATER PIPING AS
SHOWN IN FIGURE 7.
WARNING
Install automatic mixing valve at tankless heater
outlet to avoid risk of burns or scalding due to
excessively hot water at xtures. Adjust and
maintain the mixing valve in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions. Do not operate
tankless heater without mixing valve.
THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES SHOULD BE
FOLLOWED WHEN PIPING THE TANKLESS
HEATER:
1. FLOW REGULATION — 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 ow regulator
matching the heater rating should be installed in
the cold water line to the heater. The ow regulator
should preferably be located below the inlet to the
heater and a minimum of 3’ away from the inlet
so that the regulator is not subjected to excess
temperatures that may occur during “off” periods
when it is possible for heat to be conducted back
through the supply line. The ow regulator also
limits the ow of supply water regardless of inlet
pressure variations in the range of 20 to 125 psi.
2. TEMPERING OF HOT WATER — Installation of
an automatic mixing valve will lengthen the delivery
of the available hot water by mixing some cold
water with the hot. This prevents the possibility
of scalding hot water at the xtures. In addition,
savings of hot water will be achieved since the user
will not waste as much hot water while seeking a
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. The mixing valve
should be “trapped” by installing it below the cold
water inlet to heater to prevent lime formation in the
valve. Refer to Figure 7.
3. FLUSHING OF HEATER — All water contains
some sediment which settles on the inside of the
coil. Consequently, the heater should be periodically
back washed. This is accomplished by installing
hose bibs as illustrated 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.
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Figure 7: Schematic Tankless Heater Piping
V: VENTING
A. GENERAL GUIDELINES
1. Vent system installation must be in accordance
with these instructions and applicable provisions of
local building codes. Contact local building or re
ofcials about restrictions and installation inspection
in your area.
2. The FR™ Series is designed to be vented into a
reclay tile-lined masonry chimney or chimney
constructed from type-L vent or a factory
built chimney that complies with the type HT
requirements of UL103. The chimney or vent pipe
shall have a sufcient draft at all times, to assure
safe proper operation of the boiler. See Figure 8 for
recommended installation.
a. Install a draft regulator (supplied by installer)
following the instructions furnished with the
regulator. See Figure 9 for alternate regulator
locations.
b. With any new or replacement installation the
chimney has to be considered. Chimneys that
have a high heat loss become less suitable as
the heat loss of the home goes down and the
efciency of the boiler goes up. Most homes
have a chimney appropriate for the fuel and
the era in which the home was built. That may
have been a coal red or an inefcient oil red
boiler built into a home without insulation or
storm windows. With increasing fuel prices that
home probably has been insulated and tted with
storm windows so that the heat loss of the home
has been reduced. This requires less fuel to be
burned and sends less heat up the chimney.
A new boiler probably has a higher efciency
than the boiler being replaced. That probably
means that the stack temperature from the
new boiler will be lower than that from the
old boiler and with less room air being drawn
up the chimney to dilute the stack gases. The
combination of a large uninsulated chimney,
reduced ring rate, reduced ring time, lower
stack temperature and less dilution air can, in
some cases, contribute to the condensing of small
amounts of water vapor in the chimney. Such
condensation, when it occurs, can cause chimney
deterioration. In extreme cases, the chimney
may have to be lined to insulate the chimney and
thus prevent the condensation. The addition of
dilution air into the chimney may assist in drying
the chimney interior surfaces.
A massive chimney on a cold, or exposed outside
wall may have produced adequate draft when it
was red with a higher input and greater volumes
of heated gases. With reduced input and volume,
the draft may be severely affected. In one
instance our research showed a new chimney of
adequate sizing produced only -.035” W.C. after
30 minutes of continuous ring at 13.0% CO
Outside wall chimneys take longer to heat up and
can have .00” W.C. draft at burner start-up. You
may have to consider a special alloy chimney
ue liner with insulation around it and stabilizing
draft cap or even a draft inducing fan in severe
cases.
c. For the same reasons as in (2.) above, heat
extractors mounted into the breeching are not
recommended.
3. For minimum clearances to combustible materials
refer to Figure 2.
2
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Figure 8: Recommended Smoke Pipe Arrangement and Chimney Requirements
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