AER MFC 3000 User manual

MFC Series Boilers Installation Manual
INSTALLATION MANUAL
For Preliminary Assembly and Installation of:
MFC Series Multi-Fuel Condensing Boilers
Applies to MFC Series Models:
•MFC 3000
•MFC 4000
•MFC 5000
•MFC 6000
•MFC 8000
•MFC 10000
NOTE: Refer to the AERCO MFC Series User Manual, GF-146, for complete Installation,
Operation, and Maintenance instructions and information.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................2
SECTION 2: SAFETY WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS.............................................................................3
SECTION 3: MOVING THE MFC BOILER AND 4TH PASS UNITS .........................................................3
SECTION 4: INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS....................................................................................4
4.1 Electrical Requirements.......................................................................................................................................4
4.2 Natural Gas Requirements...................................................................................................................................4
4.3 Fuel Oil Requirements .........................................................................................................................................4
4.4 Installation Clearances.........................................................................................................................................4
SECTION 5: MATERIALS AND TOOLS ................................................................................................7
5.1 Assembly Materials Supplied with Boiler ............................................................................................................7
5.2 Assembly Materials Supplied in Separate Kits.....................................................................................................9
SECTION 6: DRAIN & CONDENSATE PIPING ASSEMBLY ...............................................................10
6.1 Boiler Drain Piping Assembly .............................................................................................................................10
6.2 Condensate Drain Piping Assembly ...................................................................................................................11
SECTION 7: ASSEMBLY OF 4TH PASS TO BOILER .........................................................................12
SECTION 8: BOILER PIPING INSTALLATION....................................................................................15
8.1 Rear Connection Pipe Installation to Boiler .......................................................................................................15
8.2 Expansion Joint and Front Connection Pipe Installation ...................................................................................16
8.3 Final piping Connection Check and Torque Values............................................................................................18
SECTION 9: CONTROL & SAFETY DEVICE INSTALLATION.............................................................19
9.1 Low Water Cutoff Installation............................................................................................................................20
9.2 Operating Hi-Limit & Manual Reset Hi-Limit Installation ..................................................................................21
9.3 Tridicator Installation.........................................................................................................................................21
9.4 Temperature Sensor (For Modulation Control) Installation ..............................................................................21
9.5 Pressure Relief Valve(S) Installation ..................................................................................................................22
SECTION 10: BLOWER/BURNER ASSEMBLY...................................................................................23
10.1 Connecting the Blower/Burner to The Boiler ..................................................................................................24
10.2 Burner/Blower Features..................................................................................................................................25
10.3 Burner/Blower Wiring......................................................................................................................................25
SECTION 11: BURNER DOOR............................................................................................................26
11.1 Burner Door Opening Orientation...................................................................................................................26
11.2 Reversing the Opening Direction of the Burner Door......................................................................................26
11.3 Adjusting the Boiler Door – Vertical and Horizontal........................................................................................29
APPENDIX A: RIELLO BURNER WIRING DIAGRAM ..........................................................................31
SECTION 1: Introduction
These instructions are for the assembly of the MFC Series boilers. The parts necessary for
assembly are provided in a kit and stowed inside the burner.
Parts, such as sensors and gauges, are shipped in a separate container.
The tool necessary to open the boiler door is attached to the unit just above the door to enable
access to the parts within the burner.
IMPORTANT:
Unless otherwise specified, all descriptions and procedures provided in this Installation,
Operation & Maintenance Manual apply to the MFC Series boilers.
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SECTION 2: Safety Warnings and Cautions
Installers and operating personnel MUST, at all times, observe all safety regulations. The
following warnings and cautions are general and must be given the same attention as specific
precautions included in these instructions. In addition to all the requirements included in this
AERCO Instruction Manual, the installation of units MUST conform with local building codes, or,
in the absence of local codes, ANSI Z223.1 (National Fuel Gas Code Publication No. NFPA-54)
for gas-fired boilers and ANSI/NFPASB for LP gas-fired boilers, as well as NFPA 31 “Standard
for the Installation of Oil-Burning Equipment”, and NFPA 54 for gas piping compliance
requirements. Where applicable, the equipment shall be installed in accordance with the current
Installation Code for Gas Burning Appliances and Equipment, CSA B149.1, 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.
SECTION 3: Moving the MFC Boiler and 4th Pass Units
While packaged in the shipping container, the burner may be moved using a forklift, as can the
separately shipped Stainless Steel 4th Pass. Refer to the chart below in order to properly size
forklift or other necessary equipment that may be required. Refer to Figure 3-1 for lifting points
of the burner and Stainless Steel 4th Pass.
The MFC Stainless Steel 4th Pass is shipped as a separate item, and is then assembled to the
boiler after it has been set in proper position at the installation site. A properly size forklift or
other necessary equipment will be required in order to move the MFC Stainless Steel 4th Pass.
Instructions for this procedure are covered during the course of these instructions.
Boiler and Stainless Steel 4th Pass Weights (lbs.)
MFC 3000 MFC 4000 MFC 5000 MFC 6000 MFC 8000 MFC 10000
Boiler
6185 8808 9711 11,376 14,638 16,513
Stainless Steel 4
th
Pass
882 1,102 1102 1511 1511 1511
Boiler and 4th Pass 7067 9910 10,813 12,887 16,149 18,024
Riello Burner
154
167
198
496
496
511
Riello Duel-Fuel Burner
233
210
210
210
496
496
The unit must be moved with the proper rigging equipment for safety and to avoid equipment
damage.
Figure 3-1: MFC Boiler and Stainless Steel 4th Pass Lifting Points
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SECTION 4: Installation Requirements
WARNING!
Refer to the MFC Series user Manual, GF-146, to ensure that ALL installation requirements are
met before assembling the unit.
4.1 Electrical Requirements
(Refer to MFC Series User Manual, GF-148, and MFC Electrical Guide; GF-148-E / TAG-0077)
4.2 Natural Gas Requirements
(Refer to MFC Series User Manual, GF-148, and MFC Fuel Guide; GF-148-G / TAG-0078)
4.3 Fuel Oil Requirements
(Refer to MFC Series User Manual, GF-148, and MFC Fuel Guide; GF-148-G / TAG-0078)
4.4 Installation Clearances
The MFC series boiler dimensions and minimum acceptable clearances are shown in Figures 4-
1 and 4-2. The minimum clearance dimensions, required by AERCO, are listed below. However,
if Local Building Codes require additional clearances, these codes shall supersede AERCO’s
requirements. Minimum acceptable clearances required are as follows:
•FRONT:= 24 inches (610 mm) (From front of blower).
NOTE: This is a minimum requirement per NFPA. If a tube must be replaced, the following
minimum front door clearances are required:
MFC 3000
80” (2032 mm)
MFC 4000 - 5000
92” (2336.8 mm)
MFC 6000 - 10000
133” (3378.2 mm)
•SIDES: = 24 inches (610 mm)
•REAR: = 24 inches (610 mm)
•TOP:= 12 inches (457 mm) from top of secondary inlet (high temp.) pipe connection.
NOTE:
MFC Series boilers may be installed side by side with a minimum 6" side clearance, as long as
there is access to the rear of the units. Note the necessary burner door orientation per Figures
4-1 and 4-2. The perimeter clearances still apply. The door hinge will need to be reversed on
one of the paired units. Please refer to Section 11.1 for directions on how to reverse door
opening direction.
All gas piping, water piping and electrical conduit or cable must be arranged so that they do not
interfere with the removal of any panels, or inhibit service or maintenance of the unit.
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Figure 4-1: MFC Series – Single Unit Installation Clearances
Figure 4-2: MFC Series – Multiple Unit Installation Clearances
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WARNING:
Keep the unit area clear and free from all combustible materials and flammable vapors or
liquids.
FOR MASSACHUSSETTS ONLY:
For Massachusetts installations, the unit must be installed by a plumber or gas-fitter that is
licensed within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In addition, the installation must comply
with all requirements specified in Chapter 1 – Safety Precautions.
4.5 Installation - Site
(Refer to MFC Series User Manual, GF-148, for installation checklist).
4.6 Boiler Room
Current regulations must always be observed. Premises in which boilers will be installed should
be sufficiently ventilated and permit access for maintenance operations.
4.7 Flue
The exhaust flue must be dimensioned as to applicable regulations. See the MFC Series
Venting Guide, GF-148-V for venting installation instructions and guidelines.
4.8 Water Connections
(Refer to MFC Series User Manual, GF-148, and Boiler Application Guide for specific guidelines
regarding installation of a variety of different water piping configurations and applications).
4.9 Electrical Connections
(Refer to MFC Series User Manual, GF-148, and MFC series Electrical Guide; GF-148-E).
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SECTION 5: Materials and Tools
5.1 Assembly Materials Supplied with Boiler
The main piping assembly kit is shipped stowed inside the boiler, and so the burner door must
first be opened to access the parts. A boiler door tool is provided attached to the unit just above
the door, and its appearance and use are shown below.
Insert the tool into the holes of each of the two door fasteners and turn counter-clockwise to
remove, as shown in Figure 5-1.
NOTE:
Figure 5-1 shows the door opening from the right, although the boiler ships with the door
opening from the left side. The boiler door may be installed to open in either direction. Refer to
Section 11.1 for instructions on reversing door opening direction.
Figure 5-1: Using the Boiler Door Tool to Open Boiler Door
The following parts are shipped with the boiler.
Figure 5-2: Piping Assembly Parts Stowed Inside the Burner
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MFC Assembly Materials Supplied with Boiler
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
QTY
1
BODY BOILER
1
2
STAINLESS STEEL 4th PASS
1
3
CONNECTION PIPE FRONT
1
4
CONNECTION PIPE REAR
1
5
EXPANSION JOINT
1
6
BOLTS
32
7
NUTS
32
8
CONNECTION PIPE GASKETS
4
9
ELBOW
2
10
BOILER DRAIN PIPE
1
11
BOILER DRAIN PIPE
1
12
THERMOINSULATING MATERIAL KIT FOR BURNER HEAD
1
13
SCREW BETWEEN Stainless Steel 4th Pass AND BOILER
9
14
LARGE WASHERS BETWEEN Stainless Steel 4th Pass AND
9
15
CONN. PIPE SUPPORT
2
16
BOLTS
4
17
NUTS for CONNECTION PIPE
4
18
LOCK WASHERS for CONNECTION PIPE
8
19
TUBE CLEANING BRUSH
1
20
DOOR OPENING TOOL
1
Figure 5-3: MFC Assembly Materials Supplied with Boiler (Shown After Installation)
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Figure 5-4: Basic Piping Diagram of Flow through the MFC Boiler
5.2 Assembly Materials Supplied in Separate Kits
MFC Series Accessories Shipped in Separate Container
ITEM
QUANTITY
PART NO.
DESCRIPTION
1
Quantity and Part Number vary
depending upon pressure
requirements.
Relief valve
2
Pipe Nipple
3
Bushing
4
1
123675-2
Tridicator
5
1
121700
Low Water Cut Off
6
1
24441
CondensateTrap
7
1
64115
Aquastat
8
1
64116
Manual Reset Aquastat
9
1
99235
Thermowell
PRIMARY COLD
WATER INLET
SECONDARY COLD
WATER INLET
HOT WATER OUTLET
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SECTION 6: Drain & Condensate Piping Assembly
6.1 Boiler Drain Piping Assembly
The boiler drain piping is laid out and assembled as shown in Figure 6-1. Note that the piping
configuration must be angled and then aligned for where the notch in the Stainless Steel 4th
Pass will be located once it is assembled to the boiler.
Figure 6-1: Boiler Drain Assembly and Configuration
MEASURE THIS DIMENSION
ON THE STAINLESS STEEL
4
th
PASS
BOILER DRAIN ASSEMBLY PARTS
NOTE: Assemble drain assembly as shown and attach
to boiler at angle indicated BEFORE performing any
other assembly tasks.
CONDENSATE
DRAIN PIPING
DRAIN
PIPING FROM
BOILER
NOTCH FOR
BOILER DRAIN
BOILER WITH DRAIN
PIPING INSTALLED AT
ANGLE TO MATCH
DIMENSION BELOW
STAINLESS STEEL 4th PASS (REAR VIEW)
BOILER (REAR VIEW)
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6.2 Condensate Drain Piping Assembly
The condensate drain piping is laid out and assembled as shown in Figure 6-2. Note that the
piping configuration must be installed into condensate drain ports 1 and 2 of the Stainless Steel
4th Pass.
Figure 6-2: Condensate Drain Piping Installed on Stainless Steel 4th Pass
Figure 6-3: Example of Condensate Drain Piping Installed to Condensate Trap
4th PASS
CONDENSATE
PORT 1
PIPING TO
CONDENSATE
TRAP
CONDENSATE
TRAP
CONNECT TO 4th PASS
CONDENSATE PORT 1
TO NEUTRALIZER
OR DRAIN
CONDENSATE DRAIN PIPING
4th PASS
CONDENSATE
PORT 2
CONNECT TO 4th PASS
CONDENSATE PORT 2
FLEX HOSE
ELBOW
UNION
NIPPLE
TEE
NIPPLE
NIPPLE
UNION
NIPPLE
BOILER-SIDE
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SECTION 7: Assembly Of 4th Pass To Boiler
WARNING!
The Stainless Steel 4th Pass is heavy, so appropriate lifting devices, such as a fork lift (Figure
7-1), should be used. There are four lifting holes through which straps or hooks may be
attached for lifting. See Figure 7-1.
Attaching the Stainless Steel 4th Pass to the Boiler
1. Lift the Stainless Steel 4th Pass using an appropriate hoisting device anchored to the four
lifting holes provided in the Stainless Steel 4th Pass frame, as shown in Figure 7-1.
Figure 7-1: Lifting the Stainless Steel 4th Pass by Straps at the Four Lifting Holes
2. Guide the Stainless Steel 4th Pass into the correct position in relation to the boiler (see
Figure 7-2).
NOTE:There is a “hooked” lower rim on the boiler that must fit onto the Stainless Steel 4th
Pass inner lower inner rim “lip” (see Figure 7-2) when mating the two together.
Figure 7-2: Positioning the Stainless Steel 4th Pass to the Boiler
FORK
LIFT
LIFTING
STRAPS
x4
LIFTING HOLES x4
CONNECTING
LIP
4th PASS
MOUNTING “LIP”
BOILER MOUNTING “HOOK”
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Attaching the Stainless Steel 4th Pass to the Boiler - Continued
3. Lift the Stainless Steel 4th Pass and place it into position, ensuring it will position properly
on the boiler housekeeping pad and ensuring the notch in the Stainless Steel 4th Pass is
centered over the boiler drain pipe.
4. You may have to adjust the Stainless Steel 4th Pass feet in order to properly allow the lip on
the lower inner rim of the Stainless Steel 4th Pass (figure 7-3) to be fully captured by the
“hook” on the boiler lower rim.
Figure 7-3: Aligning Stainless Steel 4th Pass with Boiler Drain Piping
5. Lower the Stainless Steel 4th Pass and place into position, ensuring it will position properly
on the boiler housekeeping pad.
6. Align the flange of the Stainless Steel 4th Pass inside the lip of the boiler, as indicated in
Figure 7-4.
7. Use a wrench to adjust the supporting feet of the Stainless Steel 4th Pass on either side per
Figure 4-11 to level and adjust the Stainless Steel 4th Pass to align and seat within the
boiler lip (Figure 7-4).
Figure 7-4: Attaching the Stainless Steel 4th Pass to the Boiler
CONDENSATE
DRAIN PIPING
BOILER
DRAIN
PIPING
NOTCH FOR
BOILER DRAIN
4th PASS
BOILER
SIDE VIEW
...BOILER RIM “HOOK”
4th PASS FLANGE
LIP SHOULD FIT
UNDER…….
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Attaching the Stainless Steel 4th Pass to the Boiler - Continued
8. When the Stainless Steel 4th Pass is aligned inside the burner rim and level, install the nine
(9) bolts and washers as shown in Figures 7-5 and 7-6. Tighten bolts incrementally in cross
hatch pattern to ensure even tightness to a torque value of 10 to 20 ft-lbs.
Figure 7-5: Stainless Steel 4th Pass Bolt/Washer Locations and Attachment to Boiler
Figure 7-6: Stainless Steel 4th Pass Bolt/Washer Locations and Attachment to Boiler
4th PASS
WASHER
BOLT
BOILER
TAPPED HOLE IN BOILER
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SECTION 8: Boiler Piping Installation
8.1 Rear Connection Pipe Installation to Boiler
The larger rear connection pipe is installed first as described below.
Installing the Rear Connection Pipe to the Boiler
1. Rig the rear connection pipe to be lifted and positioned as in Figure 8-1, ensuring the pipe is
positioned to be cradled in the pipe support and the pipe flange is positioned on the boiler
recirculation outlet flange. Loosen the pipe support bolts enough to lower the pipe support
into the position at this point.
Figure 8-1: Lifting and Positioning the Rear Connection Pipe onto the Boiler
Figure 8-2: Connection Rear Connection Pipe onto the Boiler
2. Retrieve a pipe gasket from the assembly kit and position it between the connection pipe
flange and the boiler flange.
3. Retrieve the eight bolts and nuts and install to secure the pipe flange to the boiler flange,
BUT DO NOT ENTIRELY TIGHTEN YET.
4. Ensure that the pipe is level, adjust the support bracket of the boiler to support the pipe, and
then tighten the support bolts to 80 ft-lbs of torque.
5. After bracket and pipe are secure, remove the rigging.
STEP 2 & 3:
•x8 BOLTS/NUTS
•x1 GASKET STEP 1 & 4:
PIPE SUPPORT BRACKET
& x2 BOLTS / WASHERS
(80 ft-lbs torque)
BOILER RECIRCULATION
OUTLET FLANGE ON 4
th
PASS
PIPE
SUPPORT
BOILER
RECIRCULATION
OUTLET FLANGE
ON 4
th
PASS
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8.2 Expansion Joint and Front Connection Pipe Installation
Installing Expansion Joint and Front Connection Pipe
1. Retrieve the expansion joint and a pipe gasket and position onto the rear connection pipe
flange, as shown in Figure 8-3a.
2. Ensure pipe gasket is placed between the expansion joint and pipe flange, then secure with
only four of the eight bolts and nuts. SECURE, BUT DO NOT TIGHTEN.
Figure 8-3a: Securing the Expansion Joint Figure 8-3b: Placing Front Conn. Pipe
3. Retrieve the front connection pipe and lift and place using the same procedures as used
with rear connection pipe (Figure 8-3b).
4. Secure to the boiler inlet flange with eight (8) bolts and nuts. SECURE, BUT DO NOT
TIGHTEN (Figure 8-4).
Figure 8-4: Installing the Front Connection Pipe
5. Align front connection pipe with the expansion joint and attempt to secure the pipe flange to
the joint flange with four (4) bolts and nuts into the four holes aligned with the secured holes
on the other end of the flange.
6. Insert a gasket between the front connection pipe flange and the expansion joint flange,
before securing with nuts and bolts. SECURE, BUT DO NOT TIGHTEN.
STEP 2:
•x4 BOLTS/NUTS,
•x1 GASKET
(Do not tighten)
STEP 3:
PLACE FRONT
CONNECTION
PIPE
EXPANSION
JOINT
STEPS 5 & 6:
•x4 BOLTS/NUTS,
•x1 GASKET
(Do not tighten)
STEP 4:
•x8 BOLTS/NUTS,
•x1 GASKET
(Do not tighten)
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Installing Expansion Joint and Front Connection Pipe – Cont.
7. The expansion joint may need to be compressed or expanded to fit. Use all-thread rod and
nuts to expand or contract the expansion joint as shown in Figure 8-5.
Figure 8-5: Contracting or Expanding the Expansion Joint to Fit
8. Ensure a pipe gasket is placed between the front connection pipe flange and the
recirculation inlet flange, then secure with bolts & nuts. SECURE, BUT DO NOT TIGHTEN.
9. Remove the long bolts and nuts in the expansion joint and replace with standard bolts &
nuts until all sixteen bolts/nuts are installed. SECURE, BUT DO NOT TIGHTEN.
10. Now all bolts and nuts can be tightened along the entire piping assembly, alternating
between the fittings to ensure that all connections are level and secure. Refer to Section 8.3
for torque values required for the three sizes of
11. Bring the pipe support bracket up to the pipe and secure.
CAUTION:
•Consistently tighten each nut alternately only a couple of turns to maintain even
compression around all flanges and along piping assembly. Refer to Section 8.3 for torque
value according to pipe size.
•Ensure that there is a pipe gasket between all piping connections.
12. If the secondary water inlet will not be used, attach a blank endcap with two bolts/nuts then
slip a pipe gasket as shown in Figure 4-16.
Figure 8-6: Fitting blank Endcap with Gasket on Unused Secondary Water Inlet
13. Use remaining six nuts/bolts and affix the endcap, tightening bolts in an alternating pattern
to assure uniform tightness. Refer to Section 8.3 for torque value according to pipe size.
TIGHTEN NUTS ON INSIDE OF JOINT
FLANGES TO EXPAND
TIGHTEN NUTS ON OUTSIDE OF JOINT
FLANGES TO CONTRACT
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8.3 Final piping Connection Check and Torque Values
Check that all hardware and gaskets, as shown in Figure 8-7, are present and properly fitted
and secured.
Torque values for fastening the nuts and bolts to secure the three sizes of pipe connections are
provided in the following table:
Pipe Connection Torque Values
4 Inch Pipe Connections
120 ft-lbs
6 Inch Pipe Connections
210 ft-lbs
8 Inch Pipe Connections
210 ft-lbs
Figure 8-7: MFC Piping Assembly Installed onto Boiler/Stainless Steel 4th Pass
GASKET
GASKET
REAR CONNECTION PIPE
FRONT CONNECTION PIPE
GASKET
GASKET
GASKET
8 x NUTS/BOLTS
8 x NUTS/BOLTS
8 x NUTS/BOLTS
8 x NUTS/BOLTS
ENDCAP + 8 x NUTS/BOLTS
EXPANSION JOINT
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SECTION 9: Control & Safety Device Installation
Certain control and safety devices are supplied with the boiler in a separate kit, although they
may be installed somewhat differently or in conjunction with other devices not supplied
according to special system configurations and/or local codes. Refer to Section 5.2 for a BOM
and size description of all parts.
The following parts are supplied, with instructions to follow.
•Low Water Cutoff
•Secondary low water Cutoff (Optional)
•Manual Reset High Limit
•Operating High Limit
•Temperature Sensor for Modulating Control
•Tridicator
•Pressure Relief Valve (s)
Figure 9-1 indicates the ports that will be used for installing the control and safety devices listed
above.
Figure 9-1: Location of Ports Used for Installing Safety and Control Devices
PRIMARY
LWCO
SECONDARY
LWCO (Optional)
MANUAL
RESET HIGH
LIMIT
OPERATING
HIGH LIMIT
TRIDICATOR
PRESSURE
RELIEF VALVE
2nd PRESSURE RELIEF
VALVE (Optional)
TEMPERATURE
SENSOR
BOILER HOT WATER
OUTLET PIPE
FRONT
CONNECTION
PIPE
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9.1 Low Water Cutoff Installation
The primary and optional secondary Low Water Cutoff (LWCO) devices are installed into two
ports, shown in Figure 9-2. Perform the following procedures to install these devices.
Installing the Low Water Cutoff Probe and Control Module
1. Locate the two ports in the front connection pipe as indicated in Figure 9-2a, and remove
the 3/4” plugs.
2. Retrieve the LWCO sensor(s) (not the module or cover) from the kit, and apply an
appropriate pipe dope to the threads.
3. Install the LWCO sensor(s) by screwing it into the port, as shown in Figure 9-2b.
4. Retrieve the LWCO module(2), and install onto the LWCO sensor(s) by slipping the holes
over the screws on the sensor mounting flange, as shown in Figure 9-3. Tighten screws to
secure in place.
Figure 9-2a: Front Conn.PipePorts for LWCO(s) Figure 9-2b:LWCO Sensor Installed
Figure 9-3: Installing the LWCO Sensor(s) Module
5. Ensure the LWCO device(s) are secure and oriented as shown in Figure 9-3, then install the
module cover(s).
USE FRONT PORTS FOR
LWCO(s). REMOVE PLUGS.
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