Part 3 - Appliance location
In all cases, the Ecoking must be installed indoors in a dry location where the ambient temperature must be
maintained above freezing and below 38°C (100°F). Gas components must be protected from dripping, spraying
water, or rain during operation and servicing. Consider the proximity of system piping, gas and electrical supply,
condensate disposal drain, and proximity to vent termination when determining the best appliance location.
Warning
Water or flood damaged components must be replaced immediately with new factory approved components
as failure to do so may result in fire, serious injury, or death.
Location checks
The wall must be strong enough to carry the weight of the EcoKing boiler. The boiler shall be installed such that
the gas ignition system components are protected from water (dripping, spraying, rain, etc.) during boiler
operation and service (circulator replacement, condensate trap, control replacement, etc.). Select a place where
possible noise production by the boiler is not inconvenient. Both the air supply and the flue gas discharge pipe
(concentric system) must be connected to the exterior wall or to the roof surface (use parts specified in section 4).
Furthermore, in case of Cxxx types, install the boiler as close as possible to the most regularly used tap points, to
make sure that the DHW pipes are not unnecessary long. This reduces the waiting time for hot water and
unnecessary waste of water.
Warning
The boiler must not be installed on / nearby carpeting.
Check the availability of the following provisions:
- Water supply;
- Venting connection;
- Gas supply;
- Electrical power (grounded);
- A connection for a condensate trap;
- A wall able to carry the appliance’s weight.
Remove any combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable liquids from the installation area.
If the EcoKing boiler is to replace an existing boiler, check for and correct any existing system problems such
as system leaks.
Appliance Area Ventilation Air Openings
If appliance area clearances are less then the recommended clearances specified in Table 3-1, the appliance
area must be ventilated (Figure 3.1). Each ventilation air opening must meet the minimum requirements of 22 cm
2
per kW (1 in
2
per 1000 Btu/hr) but not less then 645 cm
2 (
100 in
2
). The lower ventilation opening must be located
within 6” of the floor while the upper opening must be located 6” from the top of the space.
Notice
If the "Appliance Area" does not meet all of the recommended clearances listed in Table 3-1, it is considered
a Closet or Alcove. In Canada closet and alcove installations require approved vent pipe, fittings, cements,
and primers.
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