Boyertown Solaia CSL6230 - CSL12590 Cast Iron Boiler - Manual (Page 22)

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Maintenance
Warning: Servicing, inspection and adjustment of the boiler and venting system must be
done in accordance with all applicable local and national codes. Improper servicing can result in
property damage, severe personal injury, or death.
Boiler Cleaning
At the beginning of each heating season, the boiler flue passages and the oil burner should be checked for
cleanliness and, if necessary, they should be cleaned. The following procedure is required for inspection
and cleaning the boiler flue passages:
1. Turn off all electrical power to the boiler before inspecting and cleaning.
2. Remove the boiler front jacket panel by lifting vertically.
3. Disconnect the Molex plug at burner.
4. Remove the front upper cleanout cover plate. Inspect door gasket materials. Repair or replace as
needed.
5. Remove combustion baffles in the final pass by sliding out the front.
6. Open the swing door following previously described procedure.
7. Remove any scale or soot deposits with a flexible flue brush. Vacuum all deposits from flue passages
and chamber area. Be careful not to damage the door insulation.
8. Reinstall combustion baffles.
9. Install the front upper cleanout cover plate.
10. Close swing door following previously described procedure. Check to ensure a proper seal between
the door and the boiler has been made.
11. Install jacket front panel.
12. Connect Molex plug for burner power.
Burner
Consult oil burner manufacturer’s instructions for additional maintenance requirements.
Vent System
Chimney Vent- Inspect the chimney to ensure its cleanliness, proper sizing, and condition. Remove any
accumulation that may have occurred at the clean out door. Inspect and clean all vent piping, replacing as
necessary.
Safety Valve
Consult safety valve manufacturer’s instructions for additional maintenance requirements. Never try to
clean or repair the safety relief valve
Hydronic Controls
Consult aquastat and low water cut off manufacturer’s instructions for maintenance and testing
requirements.