Fulton VMP Hot Water (VMPW) - Manual (Page 24)

© The Fulton Companies 2012
OPERATION
VMPW-IOM-2012-1001
SECTION 3
3-2
Start-Up Preparation & Installation Review
Review the installation section of this manual carefully. Confi rm accordance with
the Installation guidelines, including:
1. You have read and followed all safety information.
2. The equipment area is in conformance with established boiler room
requirements. Review national and local codes.
3. There are no obstructions left in the fl uid circuit from pressure leak testing
such as blanking plates in fl anged joints.
4. Boiler is located with the proper clearances as shown in Installation
section of this manual.
5. Relief valves have been properly piped to fl oor drains.
6. Flue gas from the boiler is properly vented.
7. Combustion air openings are not obstructed in any way and have
adequate capacity.
8. There are no fl ammable liquids, materials or hazardous fumes present in
the environment.
9. Nothing was damaged or knocked loose during shipment and installation.
Inspect the main gas train and trim assembly to be sure they were not
damaged during shipment or installation.
10. Local authorities where approval for start-up is required have been
notifi ed. In some localities, fi nal inspection of services may be required.
11. Installation checklist is complete.
FILL AND AIR REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Close combination shutoff /purge valve in supply, all drain cocks, the
shutoff valve for the pressure reducing (fi ll) valve, and all manual air vents.
2. Open all other system shutoff valves and one of the zone valves, the vent
on the combination shutoff / purge valve and the shutoff valve to the
pressure-reducing (fi ll) valve.
3. Water will now begin to fi ll the system. Air will escape through the vent
on the combination shutoff / purge valve. Continue fi lling until a constant
stream of water (no bubbling) is discharged from the vent.
4. Close the zone valve on the purged loop, and open the zone valve on
the next loop to be purged. When all air has escaped and only water is
discharged, close the zone valve. When all zones have been purged (one at
a time), close the vent on the combination shutoff /purge valve.
5. At this point, the system has been initially fi lled. However, air pockets
may still remain at high points in the system and in heating loops above
the level of the combination shut/off purge valve. It is quite possible,
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WARNING
All information in this manual is for
reference and guidance purposes,
and does not substitute for required
professional training, conduct, and strict
adherence to applicable jurisdictional/
professional codes and regulations.
Do not operate, or allow others to operate,
service or repair this equipment unless
you (they) fully understand all applicable
sections of this manual and are qualifi ed
to operate/maintain the equipment.
Defective or improperly installed
equipment is hazardous. Do not
operate equipment which is defective or
improperly installed.
Defective equipment can injure you
or others. Do not operate equipment
which is defective or has missing parts.
Make sure all repairs or maintenance
procedures are completed before using
the equipment. Do not attempt repairs or
any other maintenance work you do not
understand.
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CAUTION
Installation in accordance with the
guidelines within the manual should be
fully completed before performing the initial
start-up; and start-up must be complete
prior to putting the unit into service. Starting
a unit without the proper piping, venting
or electrical systems can be dangerous and
may void the product warranty.
“Factory Trained Personnel” refers to
someone who has attended a Fulton Service
School specifi cally for the equipment
covered in this manual.