General information – Beckett AFG User Manual
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AFG Burner Manual
This manual contains information that applies to both AF and AFG burners. These burners may
appear to be basically identical, but there are differences in design and performance. Please
review the comparison chart below:
Feature
AF
AFG
Static Pressure Capability
Conventional - Low range
Enhanced - Medium range
Blower Wheel Design
Standard strip
Special tablock
Inlet Airfl ow Design
Standard inlet bell
Special airguide
UL Air Tube Combinations
“F” Series ONLY
“F” or “M” Series
Igniter Gaskets Baseplate/Barrier
Optional, as specifi ed
Required, always specifi ed
Low Firing Rate Baffl e
Not required
Required, per specifi cation
General Information
Section: General Information
Hazard Defi nitions
Within the boundaries of the hazard warning, there will
be information presented describing consequences if the
warning is not heeded and instructions on how to avoid
the hazard.
Indicates a hazardous situation,
which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation,
which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation,
which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
Intended to bring special attention
to information, but not related to
personal injury or property damage.
Owner’s Responsibility
Incorrect installation, adjustment, and
use of this burner could result in severe
personal injury, death, or substantial
property damage from fi re, carbon
monoxide poisoning, soot or explosion.
Contact a professional, qualifi ed service agency for the
installation, adjustment and service of your oil heating
system. This work requires technical training, trade
experience, licensing or certifi cation in some states and
the proper use of special combustion test instruments.
Please carefully read and comply with the following
instructions:
Never store or use gasoline or other fl ammable
liquids or vapors near this burner or appliance.
Never attempt to burn garbage or refuse in this
appliance.
Never attempt to light the burner/appliance by
throwing burning material into the appliance.
Never attempt to burn any fuel not specifi ed and
approved for use in this burner.
Never restrict the air inlet openings to the burner or
the combustion air ventilation openings in the room.
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Figure 1. Burner label location