R.W. BECKETT SF User manual

SPECIFICATIONS
PACITIESMODEL SF
............................... 2.50 to 5.50 gallons per hour
.............................. 350,000 to 770.000 BTUIHR Input
See SPECIAL AIR TUBE COMBINATIONSDETAILS For
Special Firing Rates
FUELS
No. 1 or No. 2 Heating Oil (ASTM D396) Only
InCanada. No.
1 or No. 2 Furnace Oil
DIMENSIONS (Standard)
Height ................................................ 13-518"
Width ................................................. 15-318''
Depth (Chassis Only) ................................... 8-112"
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ELECTRICALCHARACTERISTICS (See Note)
..............................
PowerSupply. : 115Vl60 Hz 1 PH
.........
Operating Load. (Max.) 7.1 Amps
Motor.. 114 HP 3450 RPM. N.E.M.A. "N" Flange, manual
reset. overload protected
Ignition.
................. 10,000V123 ma secondary, continuous
duty, shielded transformer or solid-state ignition system
FUEL UNlT
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
OIL BURNER
Dear Homeowner:
Over forty years of engineering and product development have
gone into your new oil burner. Its quality and des~gnare unsur-
passed.Properlyinstalledandmaintained it
will providemanyyears
of efficient, trouble-free operation. Please read
this lnstructlon
M?nualcarefully, and give special attent~onto the
following points.
- An oil burner must have a generous supply of combustion air to
operate properly.Pleaserefertothe information inthis manualfor
details.
-NEVER attempt to use gasoline In your heating applmce.Gaso-
line is morecombustible than fuel oil andcouldresult inaserlous
explosion. NEVER burn garbage or refuse In your heatlng appll-
ance or try to light oil by tossing burningmater~alinto the heater
- INSTALLATIONAND ADJUSTMENTOFTHE BURNER REQUIRES
TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE AND THE USE OF COMBUSTION
TEST INSTRUMENTS. DO NOT TAMPER WlTH THE UNlT OR
CONTROLS. CALL YOUR SERVICEMAN.
Beckett warrants its equipment specifically to those who have pur-
chased itfor resale. including your dealer. Inthe even: of any prob-
lemswith your equipment or itsinstallation,youshouldcontact your
dealer for assistance.
............................................................... Suntec, or Webster
NOTE:
50 Hertz electrical components are available on special order.
TO THE INSTALLER
Underwriter'sLaboratorteshascert~f~edthlsburner tocomply w~ththe
commerc~alstandards CS75,andhaslisteditfor usew~th P 1 or u2 fuel
011as spec~fledInASTM D396. Stateandlccalapprovals are shown on
burner rating label. The burner is certif~edIn Canada by CanadIan
Standards Association (CSA). All oil burners should be ~nstalled~n
INSTALLATIONOFTHE BURNER MUSTBE DONEBY AQUALIFIED
INSTALLER IN ACCORDANCE WlTH REGULATIONS OF THE
NATIONAL ARE PROTECTION STANDARD FOR OIL-BURNING
accordance with regulations of the National Fire Protection Assoc~a-
tion pamphlet
#31 and In complete accordance w~thall local codes
and authorities having jurisdiction. Regulation of these author~t~es
take precedenceover the generalinstruct~onsprov~dedIn this ~nstal-
lation manual. For recommended
installation pracllce In Canada.
reference should be made to CSA Standard B 139
EQUIPMENT, NFPA NO. 31, AND IN COMPLETE ACCORDANCE
WlTH ALL LOCALCODESAND AUTHORITIES HAVINGJURISDIC-
TION. FOR RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION PRACTICE IN
CANADA, REFERENCE SHOULD BE MADE TO CSA STANDARD
8139.
A QUALIFIED INSTALLERISAN INDIVIDUALOR AGENCY WHO IS
RESPONSIBLEFOR THE INSTAL.LATIONAND ADJUSTMENT OF
THE EQUIPMENT AND WHO ISPROPERLY LICENSEDAND EXPE-
RIENCED TO INSTALL OIL-BURNING EQUIPMENT IN ACCORD-
ANCE WlTH ALL CODES AND ORDINANCES.
A properlydesignedchimneyofadequatesizeandheightandade-
auatecombustionair SUDD~Y areessentials tor thebesto~eration
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01 any heating plant.
When installing the heater and/or burner be sure toprovideade-
quate space for easy service and maintenance.
CONCEALED DAMAGE
If any damageto the burner or controls is found during unpack~ng
notify the carrier at once and file the appropriate clam
1
Form 6104 BSF-R1192
Printedin U.SA
R.W. BECKETT CORPORATION
P.O. Box 1289, Elyria, Ohio 44036,
R.W. BECKETT CANADA, LTD
430 Laird, Unit 3, Guelph, Ontario, N1 G 3x7

GENERAL INFORMATION
FUEL UNITS & TUBING INSTALLATION
Burners are most commonly installed with a single stage fuel
unit. This fuel unit, when connected with a supply l~neonly,
is satisfactory where the fuel supply is on a level with, or
above the burner permitting gravity flow of oil. When it is
necessary to lift oil to the burner, a return line should be con-
nected between the fuel unit and tank. This requires insertion
of the "by-pass" plug into the fuel unit. If lift exceeds ap-
proximately 10 ft., a two-stage pump should be installed with
a return line.
When
a return line is used, with either single or two-stage
pumps, air is automatically returned to the tank making the
unit self-purging.
Use of continuous runs of hcavy wall copper tubing is recom-
mended. Always use flare fittings. Avoid use of fittings in inac-
cessible locations. Avoid running tubing against heating unit
and across ceiling or floor joists. If possible install under floor.
Specific informat~orlon piping, fuel unit connections, lift capa-
bilities, and tank installat~onsis provided in the instructions
of the fuel unlt manufacturer.
COMBUSTION AIR
Burner must be installed in area with adequate fresh air avail-
able to support combust~on.
Appliances located in confined spaces: The confined space shall
be providad with two permanent openings, one near the top
of the enclosure and one near the bottom. Each openlng shall
have
a free area of not less than one square inch per 1,000
Btu per hour of the total input rating of all appliances in the
enclos~lre,freely communicating with interior areas having in
iu~naaequatt infiltration from the outside.
WIRING
The wiring must be in accordance with the National Electric
Code and local codes and regulations.
Wiring diagrams are included in the heating cjnit installation
instructions.
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UPGRADING OR CONVERSION
ATTACHING AIR TUBE COMBINATION
(CHASSIS PLAN ONLY)
If the air tube combination and oil burner chassis are pack-
aged separately, the assembly is completed
as follows:
1. Attach air tube to burner housing using four sheet metal
screws. (If using an adjustable burner mounting flange, first
attach flange to air tube.)
2. Insert nozzle line electrode as-
sembly into tube and position nozzle from head, using '2'
dimension shown elsewhere in these instructions. Check to
be certain nozzle and head are concentric. 3. Secure escut-
cheon plate by tightening screw at side of housing.
4. Se-
cure nozzle line using bulkhead lock nut. When a knurled
lock nut is supplied, the recessed side is to face away from
burner housing.
5. Attach connector tube (from pump to
nozzle line). With long air tube combinations, insertion of
the nozzle line electrode assembly into the air tube is faci-
litated by rotating the assembly 180° from its installed
position, inserting it partially into the air tube, and then
rotating it back to its proper position.
SETTING THE BURNER
Use a mounting flange or pedestal as required.
The end of the burner air tube should be
'A" back from
the inside surface
of the front wall of the combustion
chamber.
Insulate around air tube to prevent overheating of tube,
nozzle and components. Make sure that insulation and
cement do not obstruct face of burner head.
IMPORTANTCAUTIONS
FZEAD BEFORE STARTING
CAUTION:
STAINLESS STEEL COMBUSTION CHAMBERS
The higher temperature levels produced by high-performanct
flame retention burners may exceed the temperature ratings of
stainless steel combust~onchambers and can result in chamber
burn-outs.
Where
a burner upgrading IS being made in a unit with a sta~nless
steel chamber, please observe at least one of these precautions:
1. Line the Chamber w~tha "wet-pac" ceramlc liner.
2. Adjust inlet alr to the burner so that the CO, level IS below
OIL
Before startlng the burner be sure fuel tank IS adequately f~lledw~th
clean No. 1 or No. 2 furnace oil. Crankcaseoil, waste oilor GASOLINE
should never be used. Water, rust, or other contam~nationin the fuel
supply system will cause malfunction and premature failure of the
~nternalparts of the fuel unit
POWER CIRCUIT
Be sure that burner and controls are w~redcorrectly and that the
line switch
IS properly fused (20 amp). In Canada wiring to be
done inaccordance with the Canadian Electr~calCode, Part
I.
NOZZLE
Be sure that spec~fiednozzle
IS Installed and that any covering
over nozzle is removed prior tostarting the burner.
NOZZLE AND ELECTRODE SETTING
Be sure nozzle and electrodes are pos~tioned
as shown elsewhere
In these ~nstructlons Improper adjustment can result In oil I-
p~ngementor ~gn~t~ond~fficult~es
AIR TUBE INSERTION
The burner head should be
'A" back from the Inside wall of the
combust~onchamber. Under no circumstances should the burner
head extend Into the combust~onchamber.
FUEL UNIT
Be sure that fuel unlt IS arranged for the type of 011supply system
installed "One P~pe"or "Two P~pe"Be sure that all connec-
tlons are t~ght
Fuel units generdlly requlre manual ventlng of alr when ~n~t~ally
started. Failure to vent the alr from the fuel unlt through the vent
plug prov~dedmay result In an alr lock w~th~nthe pump that w~ll
prevent 011from be~ng delivered to the nozzle See also Fuel Unlt
I\,flanufacturer's~nstructlons
LINEOIL FILTER
Use an oil filter of generous capacity for all ~nstallat~ons.Install
inside the building between the tank shutoff valve and the burner.
For ease of servicing, locate the filter and
a shut-off valve close to
the oil burner.
OILSHUTOFF VALVE
Install approved high qual~tyshutoff valves in 011supply line in
accessible locations, one close to the tank and another close to oil
burner, but ahead of the filter. Note that some types of filters are
made with a built-inshutoff valve.
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STARTING AND ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
Caution: Do not attempt to start the burner when excess oil has
accumulated, when the furnace or boiler is full of vapour, or
when the combustion chamber
is very hot.
1. Set thermostat substantially above room temperature.
2. Open shut-off valves in the oil supply l~neto the burner.

HOMEOWNER INFORMATION
3. Check ~n~t~alalr adjustment. Normally the bulk air band (3)
should be closed and the shutter (21 part~allyopen:
4. Close line sw~tchto start burner. If burner does not start
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immediately, re-set manual overload switches on motor and
control.
5. Vent fuel unit as soon as burner motor starts rotating. To
vent, loosen vent plug while holding an empty container
under the vent opening to catch oil which will be expelled.
Dra~nat least 112 plnt of 011 from the pump then close the
vent plug. The ~gnit~onshould be instantaneouswith closing
the vent plug.
If the burner starts and runs but stops agaln dur~ngthe venting
operation, Walt three to five minutes for the safety switch to cool
then re-set the manual switch and repeat the procedure until ig-
nition
IS obtained. Somet~mesafter venting is accomplished and
oil is Ignited, the fire will again go out. This probably means that
additional venting is necessary. Repeat the above venting proce-
dure. AIR ADJUSTMENT
Adjust air supply by looseninglock screwsand moving air shutter
(2)
and if necessary the bulkair band (3). Allowjust sufficient air toobtain
clean combustion determined by visual inspection. Reduce air supply
untilflametips appear slightlysmoky, then increaseair just enoughto
make the flame tips appear absolutely clean.
DRAFT CONTROL ADJUSTMENT
When the burner air supply and draft are properly adjusted the com-
bustionchamber draft will normallybe
.01" - .02" WC. Larger installa-
tions may require slightly greater draft.
F
FINAL ADJUSTMENTS
At this point a final adjustment should be made using suitable in-
struments for smoke spot and C02 (or
02) measurements. Unless
otherwisespecified in appliance manufacturer's instructions, the unit
should be set as follows: After allowing
10 minutes for warm up, air
should be set so that the smoke number is zero or a trace; less than
no.
1 smoke is highly desirable and should never exceed this limit.
(Note: Occasionally a new heatingappliance will require longer warm
up time in order to burn clean because of the evaporation of oil
deposits on the heat exchanger and other surfaces. C02 measured in
the stack (aheadof the draft control)should be aminimumof
10% for
knocked down appliances or retrofit applications and a minimum of
12% for units with burnerstested and suppliedby manufacturersas a
package.
Tighten all locking screws after final adjustmentsare made.
The unit should be started and stopped several times to make sure
thereare no significant rumbles or pulsations.
CHECKING THE CONTROLS
Check and adjust all controls In accordance with the Control
Manufacturer's instruction sheets. Be sure the primary control
safety switch operates proper1y so that safety shutdown will oc-
cur in the event of equipment malfunction.
FINAL CHECKS
Be sure air shutter and draft control are locked . . . that there is
an ample supply of fresh air to the room in which the unit is lo-
p cated, and there are no oil leaks.
INSTRUCTING THE HOMEOWNER
The operation and care of the heating system should be explained
to the home owner, including how to adjust the thermostat, ne-
cessity of air supply to the burner. care of the burner. and the
simple checks to make before calling for service if the burner fails
tn nnnrate auntnmatirall\r
OILSUPPLY
Do not allow the fuel tank to run out of oil. During the summt
be sure that your fuel tank is kept full; this will prevent conder
sation of moisture on the inside surfaces of the tank.
IF YOUR TANK RUNS DRY, ITMAY BE NECESSARY
TO MANUALLY VENT THE AIR FROM THE PUMP
AND LINES WHEN RE-STARTING THE BURNER.
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COMBUSTION AIR SUPPLY
Your burner requires a generous amount of clean combustion a
in order to burn the fuel completely. Lack of adequate combu:
tion air may result in erratic operation of the burner or nois
combustion or fuel odors in the air. Remember your need fc
outs~deair will be greatly increased if you have a vented dry€
in the basement or other venting fans in the home.
OILING MOTOR
Motor life will be increased by proper oiling. Use a few dropsa
non-detergent oil at both motor oil holes twice each year
FILTER
The line filter cartridge should be replaced every year to avoi
contamination of the fuel unit and atomizing nozzle.
AREA AROUND HEATING UNIT
Should be kept clean and free of any combustible materials
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especially papers and oily rags.
NEVER
Burn garbage or refuse in your heating unit. Never try to ignite oi
by tossing burning papersor other material into your heater.
SERVICE INFORMATION
"Preventive maintenance" is the best way to avoid unnecessar)
expense and inconvenience. Have your heatingsystem and burnel
inspected at regular intervals by a qualified service man. If diffi
culty occurs, follow these simple checks before callingthe servicc
man.
1. Be sure there is oil inthe tank and valve is open.
2. Be sure the thermostat is set above Room Temperature.
3. Be sure main Line Switch is "ON" and fuses are not blown.
4. Reset Safety Switch of Burner Primary Control.
5. Press Thermal Protector.Button of Burner Motor.
6. If installation is equipped with Manual Reset LimitControl
. . . Press Reset Button.
7. If burner runs but there is no flame, fuel unit may be air-
bound. Follow instructions for venting fuel unit.
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS IMPORTANT IN
SERVICING THE BURNER
1. Burner Components: If replacement of burner parts is neces
sary, always use parts recommendedby the manufacturer. Specif)
part number & description when ordering.
2. Nozzles: Use of the correct atomizing nozzle is very impor,
tant. If replacement is necessary, use the same type supplied-by
the manufacturer. Nozzle capacity and type are stamped on the
hex-portion of the nozzle body. Use extreme care in handling
nozzles to avoid scratches or dirt that could cause leaks or affecl
the oilspray pattern.
3. Electrode Setting is important for reliableignition of the oil.
Check to be sure setting
is in accordancewith instructions provi.
ded elsewhere inthis manual.
4. Fan and blower housing should be kept clean of dirt and
lint. If heating unit is located near unvented dryer, special care
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AIR TUBE COMBINATION DnAlLS
#,L8, = oAu + 5/8"
"R" = "A" + 2-7/8"
"S" = 2-5/16"
SEE BELOW-+
ELECTRODE ADJUSTMENTS
NOTE - ELECTRODE POSITION
MODELS DIMENSION ringonly
AIR TUBE COMBINATION PARTS
20 AirTube ................... Note
25 Nozzle Line Fitting(Pump End) ..... 3-421
26 Lock Nut, Nozzle Line Fitting ...... 3-666
27 NozzleAdapter . Single .......... 2-13
28 Electrode Clamp .............. 1-49s
33 Contact Springs(asreqd.) ......... 3-241
Static Plate and Nozzle LineSupport
Assembly .................. Note
35 CenteringSpider .............. 5-653
36 Static Plate (See A.T. Combs) ...................... 3-383
Static Plate HoldingScrews ........ 4-341
....................
41 Nozzle
42 Electrode Rodarld Tip ........... Note
43 Porcelain ................... Note
44
Electrode Rod Extension Adapter, as
reqd.
45 Electrode Rod Extension, as reqd. .... Note
46 Nozzle Lineand Vent Plug ........ Note
47 Bumer Head, (onepieceheadand shield)
............... Type F220F310
Note: Specify Burner model number "SF", part description;
air tube combination with air tube length (Dimension
"A")
and firing rate.
NOZZLES
UNIT APPLICATIONS: When burner is supplied as an integral
component of a heater the best nozzle choice will have been
determined by extensive testing. The heater manufacturers
recommendation should be closely followed.
UPGRADING OR CONVERSION: Use 80° Solid Cone
Nozzle.
AIR TUBE COMBINATIONS
Air Tube
Dimen. Firing Range G.P.H.
1.25-2.25 1.75-2.75 1.75-3.25 2.5-5.5
SF65FO SF65FP SF65FD
9'
I SFSOFO I SFSOFP
I SFSOFD I SFSOFT
13' 1 SF130FO
I SF130FP
I SF130FD I SFl30FT
16' SF160FO SF160FP SF160FD SF160FT
Head F12 F22 F220 F310
Static
Plate
244 244 None None
To determine
The Air Tube Length ('1 is the distance from the front of the
burner housing to the face of the burner head and/or shield.
(NOTE: Adjustable flange width
- 1-118").

PARTS
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WHEN ORDERING PARTS - STATE BURNEU MODEL, PART DESCRIPTION AND PART NUMBER
REF DESCRIPTION PART #
18 Air Tube Combination ...........
Air Tube Gasket (notshown). ....... 3-416
........ 38 Adjustable Mounting Flange 5-432
39 PedestalSupport .............. 5685
40
ExtendedPedestal Kit ........... 5-606
'Specify Air Tube Combination (see overleaf)
SPECIAL NOTE: When positive firebox pressure exists, large
burner fan may
be required. (See parts list)
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PART NO.
53488
3-215
3-819
3-4!33
3-818
3-230
3-399
2-139
2-364
4-82
2-288
2-383
t2-290
2-396
2-393
2-591
2-256
4-82
REF.
1
2
3
4
4
5
6
7
9
10
11
12
SUGGESTEDCOMBUSTION CHAMBER
DIMENSIONS
- UPGRADING OR CONVERSION
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.................. nozzleline , 5-394
Hinge Screws. ................. 4-217
HoldingScrews ................ 4-292
DESCRIPTION
BURNER HOUSING ASSEMBLY
...... Burner Housingwith InletBell
.....................
EndAir Shutter
BulkAir Band.
......................
NozzleLineEscutcheonPlate - Front ...
- ...
NozzleLineEscutcheonPlate Rear.
......................
Unit Flangeor
Square Plate .....................
HoldingScrews (notshown) .......
..... HolePlug-WiringBox (notshown)
DRIVEMOTOR .....................
............
MotorHoldingScrews
..........
BLOWER WHEEL Regular..
..........
Large(SeeSpecialNote)
FLEXIBLE COUPLING ..........
FUEL UNIT
Single-StageSundstrand "J" .....
Two-StageSundstrand "H" .....
Single-StageSundstrand "A" .....
PumpOutlet Fitting ..............
Pump HoldingScrews (notshown) .
Connector tube assembly pumpto
tUse Coupling No. 2-433 With Model A Fuel Units
Firing
Rate
(GPH)
1.25
1.50
2.00
2.50
3.00
3.50
4.00
5.00
5.50
,
Chamber Dimensions (ininches)
,
Round
l .D.
11
12
14
16
18
19
20
23
24
Rectangular Height
12
13
13
14
15
15
16
18
19
W
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
18
19
Floor
To
Nozzle
5-6
6-7
6-7
7-8
7-8 /1
7-8
8-9
9-10
10-1 1
'
11
12
15
17
18
19
21
23
24