General information – Beckett SM User Manual
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SF/SM Burner Manual
Section: General Information
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.
Feature
SM
SF
Firing Rate Range
1.25 to 3.00 gph
1.25 to 5.50 gph
Motor
1/5 HP
1/4 HP
Fuel pump capacity
3 gph (standard)
7 gph (standard)
UL Air Tube Combinations
See Table 2
See Table 2
Blocking oil solenoid valve
Optional
Required above 3 gph
Primary control lockout timing
15 to 45 seconds (optional)
15 seconds maximum
Figure 1. Burner Label Location
This manual contains information that applies to both SM and SF burners. These burners may
appear to be basically identical, but there are differences in design and performance. Please
review the comparison chart below:
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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