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Xi start-up and checkout – Burnham FCM120 User Manual

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XI Start-up and Checkout

Use the following procedure for initial start-up of the boiler:

1) If not already done, fl ush the system to remove sediment, fl ux, and traces of boiler additives. This should be

done with the boiler isolated from the system.

2) Fill the boiler and hydronic system with water meeting the following requirements below (also see the note on the next

page):

pH between 6.5 and 8.5
Total Solids less than 2500 PPM
Hardness less than 120 PPM (7 Grains/Gallon)
Pressurize the system to at least 12 psi at the boiler

3) Check all new piping for leaks and purge piping sections that are fi lled with air. See the National Fuel Gas Code for

additional information on testing and purging gas lines.

4) Vent system must be complete and free of obstructions before attempting to fi re boiler. Make sure that the silicone cure

time called for in the vent assembly instructions has passed before fi ring boiler.

5) Inspect all line voltage wiring for loose or uninsulated connections.

6) Remove the dust cap from the condensate trap (Fig 7.21). Add water to the trap until water runs out the condensate

drain. Reinstall the dust cap.

NOTE

SAFE LIGHTING AND OTHER PERFORMANCE CRITERIA WERE MET WITH THE GAS

TRAIN ASSEMBLY PROVIDED ON THE BOILER WHEN THE BOILER UNDERWENT

THE TEST SPECIFIED IN Z21.13.

WARNING

NEVER ATTEMPT TO FILL A HOT EMPTY BOILER

WARNING

• NEVER USE A FLAME TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS.
• MAKE SURE THAT THE AREA AROUND THE BOILER IS CLEAR AND FREE FROM

COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS, GASOLINE AND OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND

LIQUIDS