AERCO AM Series Boiler User Manual - Manual (Page 27)

AM Series Boilers and Water Heaters
CHAPTER 3 – INSTALLATION
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CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION
3.1 Choosing the Installation Location
This section describes the general installation considerations for the AM Series units.
WARNING!
Provisions for combustion air and ventilation of the boiler room are
always required, regardless whether the combustion air is taken
from the outside (Direct Vent, sealed combustion) or inside (room
air for combustion). Insufficient ventilation of the boiler room can
lead to high air temperatures. Make sure that intake and exhaust
openings are sufficiently sized and no reduction or closure of
openings takes place. If these are not provided, do not operate the
boiler.
WARNING!
LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM (L.P.) PROPANE GAS-FIRED
BOILER LOCATION REQUIRES SPECIAL ATTENTION: 1994
UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE, section 304.6: “LPG
Appliances. Liquefied petroleum gas-burning appliances shall not
be installed in a pit, basement or similar location where heavier-
than-air-gas might collect. Appliances so fueled shall not be
installed in an above grade under-
floor space or basement unless
such location is provided with an approved means for removal of
unburned gas.”
This appliance is not designed for direct outdoor installation. If installed outside of the structure,
it must be sheltered so it is protected from rain, wind, sun and frost. NEVER place this appliance
in a location that would subject it to temperatures at or near freezing or temperature that exceed
100°F (38°C). Failure to properly locate this unit can result in premature failure.
The boiler must NOT be installed on carpeting.
This appliance must be installed in a location so that any water leaking from the unit or piping
connections or relief valve openings will not cause damage to the area surrounding the unit or
any lower floors in the structure. When such locations cannot be avoided, it is recommended
that a suitable drain pan, adequately drained, be installed under the boiler. The pan must not
restrict combustion air flow.
When installed in a room with
thin flooring, resonating noises may occur. Install noise reducing
parts if required.
Do not allow excessive dust to collect on the appliance.