The installation of a VSRT fuel fired steam boiler should be carried out by competent personnel in
accordance with all relevant safety regulations. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that
these regulations are complied with.
Prior to delivery of the boiler, consideration should be given to the following:
(Planning regulations may call for more consents than those listed below, always check with your
Local Planning Authority).
A.
Local Planning consents where appropriate.
B.
Consideration given to access for delivery and positioning of the boiler.
C.
Preparation of a suitable non-combustible base, which must be able to support the total
weight of the system under operating conditions.
The locations of services to the site required
for the system, under operating conditions.
D.
Electricity supply, check the loading required/available.
E.
Drainage system, check the suitability of the drainage system.
F.
Local regulations for discharge into existing drains.
G.
Suitable access for delivery and off-loading.
H.
Safe access to the plant when installation is complete.
Appropriate front, back, side and top clearances must be maintained (see Table 3). This will all
ow
access
around the equipment to facilitate maintenance and a safe work environment.
Table3 - Minimum Clearance Around Boiler
Rear/Sides of
Boiler (mm)
Vertical Clearance from
Floor to Ceiling (mm)
Note: The vertical clearance from the floor to the ceiling is necessary for removal of the
burner for servicing.
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