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ACME 340 - User Manual

ACME 340
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Summary

GENERAL INFORMATION

Specifications

Details about fuel type, electrical rating, and clearances to combustibles.

Clearance to Combustibles

Minimum safe distances from furnace to flammable materials.

Furnace Features

Describes different furnace models (235, 340, 735) with their dimensions and capacities.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety rules for operating the furnace to prevent injury.

ACME FURNACE WARRANTY

Warranty Coverage Details

Outlines the terms and duration of the furnace warranty for leaks and burnout.

Prorated Warranty Years 6-20

Explains the percentage discount for repairs on years 6 through 20.

Water Treatment and Testing

Mandates annual water treatment and testing for warranty claims.

Exclusions of Coverage

Warranty Exclusions

Lists conditions and damages not covered by the furnace warranty.

BEST BURN PRACTICES

Fuel and Starter Guidelines

Specifies acceptable fuels and prohibited starter materials for optimal burning.

Furnace Location and Chimney Height

Recommendations for furnace placement and chimney height for proper draft.

ABOUT YOUR FURNACE

How the Furnace Heats Your Home

Explains the mechanism of heating water via a firebox surrounded by a water tank.

PEX PIPE

Insulated Pex Pipe

Advice on insulating PEX pipe to reduce heat loss and prevent freezing.

Pipe Routing

Describes the sequence for routing PEX pipes from furnace to heat exchanger.

Power Routing

Specifies the wiring requirements for pumps, thermostat, and blower.

LOCATION OF FURNACE

Furnace Placement Guidelines

Guidelines on distancing from home, neighboring residences, and avoiding hazards.

Preparing Your Furnace

Plumbing and Electrical Connections

Instructions for making plumbing and electrical connections to the furnace.

Filling The Furnace With Water And Chemicals

Plumbing Parts Needed

Lists essential parts like 1" Pex Pipe and SharkBite/GatorBite fittings.

Installing Heat Exchanger in Plenum

Steps for installing the heat exchanger into the ductwork or plenum.

Bleeding a Heat Exchanger

Insufficient Air Flow Through Plenum

Addresses low air flow issues and potential solutions like pulley adjustments.

How to Prevent the Water From Freezing

Connection of Power to the Furnace

Recommends a junction box with multiple outlets for pumps and blower.

Hooking Up to an Existing Boiler

Explains using a heat exchanger to connect the furnace to a boiler system.

Starting a Fire

Testing Water Flow Volume

Procedure for measuring water flow rate after installation for reference.

Maintenance

Cleaning Ash and Creosote

Instructions for cleaning ash, creosote, and maintaining door seals.

Seasonal Preparation and Shutdown

Steps for beginning and ending the heating season, including checks and oiling.

Trouble-shooting Common Issues

Guides users through diagnosing problems like poor water flow or no heat.

If the Water is Boiling

Heat Exchanger Cleaning Procedure

Detailed steps for cleaning the heat exchanger using specific chemicals.

DISCLAIMER

Operating Under Pressure Warning

Warns against operating the furnace under pressure and keeping overflow tube clear.

Boiler Treatment Requirement

Emphasizes the necessity of boiler treatment for furnace protection and warranty.

ACME 340 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandACME
Model340
CategoryFurnace
LanguageEnglish

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