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Caution, Danger, Warning – Burnham Series 5B User Manual

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1.

GENERAL – “Inspection should be conducted

annually. Service as frequently as specified in

paragraphs below.” While service or maintenance is

being done, Electrical Power and all Gas Supply to the

Boiler must be “off”.

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label all wires prior to disconnection when

servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause

improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper

operation after servicing.

2.

VENT SYSTEM – Vent system should be checked

annually for:
a. obstructions
b. accumulations of soot
c. deterioration of vent pipe or vent accessories due to

condensation or other reasons

d. proper support – no sags, particularly in horizontal

runs

e. tightness of joints
Remove all accumulations of soot with wire brush

and vacuum. Remove all obstructions. Replace

all deteriorated parts and support properly. Seal all

joints. See Fig. 57.

SECTION V – SERVICE

3.

CLEANING OF FLUES AND BURNERS – Flue

passageways in the boiler sections should be checked

annually for any blockage or accumulation of soot.

To obtain access to the flue cleanout panels, which

are installed on both the front and rear of the boiler,

the upper front and upper rear jacket panels must be

removed, see Fig. 55. Also remove front vestibule

panel. See Fig. 20.

FIG. 55

REMOVAL OF JACKET FRONT PANEL

DANGeR

This boiler used flammable gas, high voltage electricity, moving parts, and very hot water under high

pressure. Assure that all gas and electric power supplies are off and that the water temperature is cool

before attempting any disassembly or service.

More than one gas shut-off valve and electrical disconnect switch are used on the boiler. Assure that

all gas valves and electrical disconnect switches are off before attempting any disassembly or service.
Do not attempt any service work if gas is present in the air in the vicinity of the boiler.

Never modify, remove or tamper with any control device.

WARNiNG

This boiler must only be serviced and repaired by skilled and experienced service technicians.
If any controls are replaced, they must be replaced with identical models.

read, understand and follow all the instructions and warnings contained in all the sections of this manual.

If any electrical wires are disconnected during service, clearly label the wires and assure that the wires

are reconnected properly.
NeVer operate boiler without all sight glasses and brackets in place and securely fastened and sealed.

Very HOT combustion gas may cause burn injury.
read, understand and follow all the instructions and warnings contained in All of the component

instruction manuals.
Assure that all safety and operating controls and components are operating properly before placing the

boiler back in service.