Benchmark 6000 Boiler Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual
CHAPTER 6 – SAFETY DEVICE TESTING
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Blocked Inlet Switch Test – Continued
6. Cover the combustion air inlet opening with a solid, flat object, such as a piece of thick
plywood or a thick metal plate.
7. The unit should shut down and display AIRFLOW FAULT DURING RUN. This step
confirms proper operation of the Blocked Inlet Switch.
8. Remove the cover from the air inlet opening and reinstall the Combustion Air Duct or Y-
Duct and air filters.
9. Remove the jumper wires installed in step 2 and replace the black connector boot on the
Flame Detector.
10. Press the CLEAR button. The unit should restart.
Figure 6-5: Boiler Top View Showing Air Inlet Location
MANIFOLD
OUTLET
AIR INLET
(Combustion Air
Duct removed)