General Information
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Product Information
The Vitogas 050, ECV boiler is for use in closed-loop forced circulation hot water
heating systems only. Boiler operation is limited by ASME Code to maximum water
pressure of 50 psig and maximum water temperature of 248°F/120°C. The vast
majority of applications operate below 30 psig and below 194°F/90°C.
The boiler model s elected should be based on an accurate heat loss calculation of
the building.
Necess ary permits from local authorities must be obtained before installing boiler.
Installation must be made in accordance with local ordinances which may differ
from the instructions in this manual.
Excerpt from our Warranty Terms
The Vitogas 050, ECV boiler is not
covered under any warranty terms for
damages resulting from the following:
Improper application and installat ion,
installation by unqualified pers onnel,
ignorance of instructions, improper
service and maintenance work,
incorrect replacement component
selection or application, incorrect field
wiring. Full warranty applies only when
boiler is installed and operated
according to instructions and used only
with the proper gas and t he applicable
gas pressures.
Please read boiler warranty card.
Installation, service and maintenance
work must be done by qualified and
experienced technicians only.
Improper installation, service or
maintenance could create a hazard,
which could result in property
damage, severe personal injury and/or
loss of life.
WARNING
5167 450 v1.4
This boiler is not for use in systems
where water is constantly or
frequently replenished. Minerals such
as calcium in make-up water can
deposit on heat exchanger causing
overheating and ev entual boiler
leakage. This type of failure is not
covered by warranty. Water must not
be drained from system for use by
cleaning personnel. Do not draw
water from boiler for any purpose.
CAUTION
The boiler warranty does not cover
leaks resulting from c orrosion cause d
by the use of underfloor plastic tubing
without an oxygen diffusion barrier.
Such systems must have the
non-oxygen diffusion barrier tubing
separated from the boiler with a heat
exchanger. Vies smann recommends
the use of underfloor plastic tubing
with an oxygen diffusion barrier.
CAUTION