FULTON FHE-250 - SECTION 3 - OPERATION; 3.1 GENERAL & PRE-START CHECKS

FHE-250 MANUAL 09 2014 ISSUE 2
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The following instructions are given for the guidance of the operator in the use of the FHE-250 boiler
and to provide adequate information to ensure that the boiler is used safely and without risk to
health. Where original equipment Service Manuals are supplied, they must be read and understood
in conjunction with this manual. All warnings and cautions MUST be observed.
WARNING
Use only your hand to turn the valve handle. Never use tools. If the knob will not turn by hand, do not try
to repair it. Call a qualied service technician. Force or attempted repair may result in a re or explosion.
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WARNING
This boiler is equipped with an ignition device, which automatically lights the burner.
Do not try to light the burner by hand.
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WARNING
Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable vapours and liquids in
the vicinity of this or any other appliances.
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WARNING
Do not attempt to start the boiler for any testing before lling and purging the boiler. A dry re will
damage the boiler and may result in property damage or personnel injury, which is not covered by the
warranty.
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SECTION 3 - OPERATION
3.1
GENERAL
3.2
PERFORM PRE-START-UP INSPECTION
Prior to start-up, perform the following:
1. Smell all around the boiler area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the oor, as some gas is
heavier than air and will settle. If you smell gas:
- Do not try to light any appliance.
- Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
- Immediately call your gas supplier from a safe location outside of the property.
2. Ensure the boiler is located with the proper clearances. A minimum of 600 mm should be
allowed for at the front of each FHE-250 unit. Please contact Fulton for clearances required for
modular installations.
3. Ensure that relief valves where tted, have been properly piped to oor drains.
4. Ensure ue gas from the boiler is properly vented.
5. Ensure the water system has been ushed and is free of debris.
6. Ensure combustion air openings are not obstructed in any way and have adequate capacity.
7. Ensure there are no ammable liquids, materials or hazardous fumes present in the
environment.
8. Ensure nothing was damaged or knocked loose during installation and/or shipment, including
main gas train and trim assembly.
3.3
FILL AND PURGE THE SYSTEM
Refer to Section 2.9 - Filling the Boiler with Water for procedure. Attempting to start the boiler
prior to Fill and Purge may result in dry re, which can cause injury or property damage, and is not
covered by warranty.