Series Oil WB
Series Oil WB
Oil Boilers
Installation,
Operation &
Maintenance
Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
USING THIS MANUAL 1 5. BURNER SETUP & BOILER
A. INSTALLATION CLEARANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 OPERATION 14
B. SPECIAL ATTENTION BOXES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 A. BURNER INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
B. BURNER START-UP & ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . 14
1. PREINSTALLATION 2 C. CHECK BOILER CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
A. CLEARANCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 D1. FILL THE BOILER (WATER BOILERS) . . . . . . . . . . . 14
B. AIR FOR COMBUSTION & VENTILATION. . . . . . . . . 2 D2. FILL THE BOILER (STEAM BOILERS). . . . . . . . . . . . .15
C. CHIMNEY / VENT & DRAFT CONTROL. . . . . . . . . . . 3 E. PURGE AIR FROM THE SYSTEM
D. INSTALLATION SURVEY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 (WATER BOILERS ONLY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
E. PLANNING THE LAYOUT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 F. CLEAN THE BOILER
(STEAM BOILERS ONLY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
F. BOILER WATER TREATMENT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
6. MAINTENANCE 17
2. BOILER PLACEMENT & ASSEMBLY 4
A. GENERAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
A. SETTING THE BOILER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
B. DAILY MAINTENANCE
B. FLUE BAFFLES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 (WITH BOILER OPERATING) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
C. CONNECTING THE FLUE OUTLET. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 C. WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
D. JACKET ASSEMBLY (KNOCKDOWN BOILERS). . . . . . 4 (WITH BOILER OPERATING) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
D. MAINTENANCE OF SAFETY RELIEF VALVE. . . . . . . 18
3. PIPING & CONTROLS 6 E. MONTHLY MAINTENANCE
A. PRESSURE TEST BLOCK ASSEMBLY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 (WITH BOILER OPERATING) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
B. BOILER RETURN CLEARANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 F. MAINTENANCE – ANNUAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
C. WATER BOILER PIPING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 G. IF A LONG SHUTDOWN IS REQUIRED . . . . . . . . . . 19
D. STEAM BOILER PIPING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
E. TANKLESS HEATER OR COVERPLATE. . . . . . . . . . . . 7 7. BOILER DIMENSIONS & RATINGS 20
F. CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
8. REPAIR PARTS 22
4. ELECTRICAL 9
A. GENERAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
B. WIRING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
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USING THIS MANUAL
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installation.
WARNING
B. SPECIAL ATTENTION BOXES
Indicates a hazardous situation, which,
Throughout this manual you will see special attention if not avoided, could result in death
boxes intended to supplement the instructions and make or serious injury and major property
special notice of potential hazards. These categories mean, damage.
in the judgment of PB Heat, LLC:
⚠ CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation, which,
if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury, and minor property
damage.
NOTICE
Indicates special attention is needed,
not related to personal injury or property
damage.
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PREINSTALLATION
1. PREINSTALLATION
⚠ WARNING
This manual is intended for use by Qualified Heating Professionals only. Installation,
service, or adjustment of this heating appliance by anyone other than a Qualified
Heating Professional can cause significant property damage, personal injury, or death.
Read carefully, study these instructions before beginning work. It will save time. Study the included drawings. Save these instructions
for reference.
The boiler warranty can be voided if the boiler is not installed, maintained and serviced correctly.
NOTICE
The equipment shall be installed in accordance with those installation regulations
in force in the local area where the installation is to be made, including the current
edition of NFPA-31, Standard for the Installation of Oil-Burning Equipment, and in Canada, CSA B139,
Installation Code for Oil Burner Equipment. These shall be carefully followed in all cases.
Authorities having jurisdiction shall be consulted before installations are made.
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PREINSTALLATION
C. CHIMNEY / VENT & DRAFT CONTROL • External chimneys are more susceptible to flue
⚠ WARNING
gas condensation due to colder outside air
temperatures. To prevent corrosion due to flue gas
condensation, use a listed corrosion resistant metal
This boiler shall be connected to a liner in chimney.
venting system having sufficient draft. • When firing WBV-e 03 and 04 section models at
Follow draft requirements below. 0.6 and 0.95 GPH input rate, respectively, a listed
Improper venting may result in the corrosion resistant metal liner is recommended.
release of flue gases which contain • When firing the appliance where fuel oil sulfur
deadly carbon monoxide into the home, content exceeds 300ppm, a listed corrosion
which can cause severe personal injury, resistant chimney liner is recommended.
death, or substantial property damage.
⚠ WARNING
Series WBV b is approved at listed firing
1. Draft Requirement - Minimum draft required in the rates only. Failure to fire the boiler at
vent system is -.03” W.C. to -.06” W.C. depending on its designed input may cause excessive
boiler model, see Table 7.1 (Section 7). This draft is flue gas condensation and may cause
necessary to provide the required draft over fire of products of combustion to enter the
-.01” W.C. to -.02” W.C.. home resulting in severe property
2. A barometric draft control is required for regulation of
damage, personal injury or death.
over fire draft. Follow manufacturer’s instructions to
locate and adjust the control. D. INSTALLATION SURVEY
3. The vent system and installation must be in accordance For new and existing installations, a Water Installation
with the current edition of ANSI/NFPA 211, “Standard Survey or a Steam Installation Survey is available from PB
for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents, and Solid Fuel Burning Heat, LLC. The surveys will provide information on how the
Appliances”; NFPA-31, “Standard for the Installation boiler works with your specific system and will provide an
of Oil-Burning Equipment” and in Canada, CSA B 139, overview of boiler system operation in general.
“Installation Code for Oil-Burning Equipment” or You can also use this survey to locate system problems
applicable provisions of local building codes. Typical which will have to be corrected. To obtain copies of these
minimum chimney size is 8” x 8” x 15 feet high, unless Surveys, contact your PB Heat representative or download
otherwise allowed by code. If the vent system is not it from PeerlessBoilers.com.
sized correctly, the burner may not operate properly.
This can cause poor combustion, sooting, and odors to
occur. E. PLANNING THE LAYOUT
4. NFPA 31 recommends using a listed metal chimney Prepare sketches and notes of the layout of the
liner to reduce transient low draft during startup and installation. Include boiler location, venting system,
flue gas condensation during cyclic operation. Any existing piping and wiring. Show existing equipment that
doubt on the condition of a chimney or its ability to may interfere with installation of new equipment.
prevent the generation and accumulation of flue gas
condensate, must be lined according to NFPA 31. F. BOILER WATER TREATMENT
5. Inspect the existing chimney, chimney liner, and vent Consult a local qualified water treatment specialist for
connector. Make sure each are in good condition and recommendations regarding the appropriate chemical
repair or replace as required. compounds and concentrations which are compatible with
⚠ WARNING
local environmental regulations.
1. Steam Boilers
A masonry chimney must have a clay
flue liner. If flue gas condensation is a. Boiler water pH should be in the 7.5 to 11 range.
occurring, install a listed corrosion b. Boiler water chloride concentration should
resistant metal liner. be less than 30 ppm.
Failure to install a clay flue liner may c. The water hardness should be less than 7 grains
cause severe injury or death. per gallon to prevent scale build-up and foaming.
2. Water Boilers
6. Chimney flue gas condensation is affected by a
number of factors such as chimney design, flue a. Boiler water pH should be in the 7.5 to 11 range.
connector length, sulfur content in fuel oil, and flue gas b. Boiler water chloride concentration should
temperature. If your application experiences flue gas be less than 30 ppm.
condensation, installation of a listed corrosion resistant
c. The water hardness should be less than 9 grains
metal liner is required.
per gallon to prevent scale build-up.
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BOILER PLACEMENT & ASSEMBLY
⚠ WARNING
remaining unused opening using four (4) 5/16” screws
(item 23) and washers provided.
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23
21
27
29
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26
19
24 25
17 28
18
21
16B
14B
4 6 13B 15
8
10
2
30
9 3
11
7
12
20A
23
22
27 26
29 21
20
25 19
28
17
18
14A
13A
24 16A
21
15
6
30
1
4
5 10
7
2
3
8 12
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Figure 2.3: Water Boiler 11
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PIPING & CONTROLS
C. WATER BOILER PIPING 2. See table below for pipe sizing. The return loop from
system should always enter equalizer through the
1. Refer to the Water Installation Survey and Hydronics Hartford Loop, 2” to 4” below normal water line. See
Institute Residential Hydronic Heating Installation/ Figure 3.2.
Design Guide for guidance.
Boiler Model Supply Riser Header Equalizer
2. The supply and return connections should be sized to No. “A” “B” “C”
suit the system. A 1-1/2” to 1-1/4” reducing coupling WBV-e-03 (1) 2” 2” or 3” 1-1/4”
may be used where the system piping is 1-1/2”.
WBV-e-04 (1) 2” 2” or 3” 1-1/4”
3. The supply should be out the top of the back section
and return to the bottom of the front section as shown 3. Use swing joints to attach header to avoid damage to
in Figure 3.1. There is a 3/4” tapping in the top of the the boiler due to thermal expansion and contraction of
back section for air elimination. steam header pipe.
Figure 3.1: Water Boiler Piping Figure 3.2: Steam Boiler Piping
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PIPING & CONTROLS
12" MIN.
NOTICE
Series WBV b boilers are not for use
FLOW CONTROL
in commercial installations where a
secondary low water cut-off is required.
WATER
MIXER
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PIPING & CONTROLS
3. For Canadian installations, a blocked vent switch 4. For complete information on servicing and adjustment
must be installed. The optional blocked vent switch of controls, refer to the attached control specification
kits listed below include a Field Controls WMO-1 vent sheets.
switch, draft regulator, and French Clearance/Rating
label. Follow installation instructions provided by the
vent switch manufacturer. Vent switch must be wired
to shut off power to burner.
WBV-e-03/04 6” 50345
WBV-e-05 7” 50346
CHECK VALVE
SUPPLY LINE
BOILER
WATER
CHILLER
RETURN
LINE
THREE WAY
VALVE
Figure 3.5: Piping to Isolate Boiler from Chilled Figure 3.7: Float Low Water Cut-off
Medium on Chiller Systems
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ELECTRICAL
4. ELECTRICAL
A. GENERAL
All electrical wiring shall be done in accordance with
the National Electrical Code and Local Requirements.
Single pole switches including those of safety controls or
protective devices shall not be wired in a grounded line.
⚠ IMPORTANT
In accordance with Section 325 (f) (3) of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, water
boilers are equipped with a feature that saves energy by reducing the boiler water
temperature as the heating load decreases. This feature is equipped with an override
which is provided primarily to permit the use of an external energy management system
that serves the same function.
THIS OVERRIDE MUST NOT BE USED UNLESS AT LEAST ONE OF THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS IS TRUE:
• An external energy management system is installed that reduces the boiler water
temperature as the heating load decreases.
• This boiler is not used for any space heating.
• This boiler is part of a modular or multiple boiler system having a total input of
300,000 BTU/hr or greater.
• This boiler is equipped with a tankless coil.
B. WIRING
1. See Section 5 for mounting burner.
2. Knockdown Boilers:
Install junction box, limit harness, and Heyco bushing,
each located in the trim carton. See Figure 4.1 or Figure
4.2. Mount junction box to the holes in the right side
of jacket with (2) #10 x 1/2” sheet metal screws. Attach
Heyco bushing to 7/8” knockout in left side of junction
box. Connect limit harness to 7/8” knockout on top of
junction box and insert limit harness Molex connector
into Heyco bushing until it snaps firmly in place.
⚠ WARNING
Improper installation of burner harness
can allow burner to energize with burner
mounting plate open, creating a severe
burn hazard to boiler maintenance
personnel.
3. Install burner harness located in the burner carton.
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ELECTRICAL
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ELECTRICAL
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ELECTRICAL
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BURNER SETUP & BOILER OPERATION
NOTICE
C. CHECK BOILER CONTROLS
Be sure hi temp gasket is between the
burner mounting flange and the Burner 1. Limit and Operating Controls:
Mounting Plate. a. Lower the set point of each control until the burner
shuts down. Note that the system pressure (or
3. Care must be taken when routing the oil lines so not temperature) corresponds to the desired set point.
to interfere with the opening and closing of the burner
b. Return the controls to the desired set point.
mounting plate. Flexible oil lines or flared copper
disconnects with valves (when copper lines are used)
may be installed to assure full opening of the burner 2. Low Water Cut-off (if used) - consult the
mounting plate when servicing. manufacturer’s instructions for the low water cut-off
operational check procedure.
NOTICE
Two-pipe oil supply for Riello burner D1. FILL THE BOILER (WATER BOILERS)
requires a separate kit. Order part 1. Fill the boiler and system with water making certain
#C7001026 from Riello dealer. to vent air from all high points in the system. Water
should bleed from each air vent when it is opened.
4. Oil burner specifications: 2. The pressure reducing valve on the fill line will typically
For information pertinent to the oil burner such as allow the system to be filled and pressurized to 12 psi.
nozzle sizing, fuel supply piping, adjusting or servicing, Consult the valve and expansion tank manufacturer for
refer to the charts in this section and the burner more detailed information.
installation manual.
3. Check all joints and fittings throughout the system for
B. BURNER START-UP & ADJUSTMENT leaks. If leaks are found, drain the system and repair as
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required.
CAUTION 4. See Section 1 - Preinstallation for boiler water
Do not start the burner unless all treatment requirements.
cleanout doors are in place.
5. If the system requires antifreeze protection, use only
propylene glycol specially formulated for hydronic
1. Burner should start automatically when thermostat is systems. These contain inhibitors that prevent
turned up and main boiler service switch is turned on. corrosion of the boiler and system components. Do not
If burner does not start, check to be sure there is oil in use ethylene glycol or automotive antifreezes.
the tank and push reset button on burner control: a. Make sure that the antifreeze supplier can provide
Beckett: Square red button. periodic testing of antifreeze concentration and
Carlin: Round red button. inhibitor level.
Riello: Round red button inside clear flexible b. If an automatic fill valve is used, the solution
cover on back of burner cover. strength in the system must be checked to assure
that the antifreeze concentration has not been
If burner still does not start, contact serviceman. overly diluted.
⚠ CAUTION
Do not attempt to start the burner when
excess oil has accumulated, when
the unit is full of vapor, or when the
combustion chamber is very hot.
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BURNER SETUP & BOILER OPERATION
c. Local codes may require the addition of a backflow 5. Use common washing soda, such as Arm and Hammer
preventer or manual fill only with separation from Super Washing Soda. Mix 1/2 pound of soda with
the city water supply. water in a 10 quart pail. Pour the mixture into the
d. Consider the minimum temperature of potential boiler through the safety relief valve tapping.
exposure in the system when deciding on the
6. Open the skim valve. Fill boiler until water begins to
antifreeze concentration. A concentration of
flow out of the valve.
50% generally provides protection from freezing to
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-30°F.
CAUTION
D2. FILL THE BOILER (STEAM BOILERS) Do not leave boiler unattended while
firing burner. Operating boiler with water
1. The normal water line for steam boilers with gravity below minimum permissible water level
returns is shown in Figure 7.2. may fracture sections.
2. For systems with pumped returns or boiler feed units,
the fill level will depend on the control being used. 7. Turn on burner. Allow boiler water to heat up to just
Verify the unit maintains a water level that is visible in below steaming (180 - 200°F). Do not allow boiler to
the gauge glass and does not exceed the normal water steam; steaming mixes up contaminants instead of
level. floating them at surface.
3. Check all joints and fittings in the system piping for 8. Open make-up water valve to continually feed water
leaks and repair as necessary to boiler. Adjust flow to maintain water temperature at
4. See Section 1 - Preinstallation for boiler water 180 - 200° F.
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treatment requirements.
CAUTION
E. PURGE AIR FROM THE SYSTEM
Do not allow make-up water to flow too
(WATER BOILERS ONLY) fast. Excessive quantities of cold water
may fracture sections.
1. Purge the system using purge valves, isolating zones in
the process or use system vents. Do not operate the
pump(s) while purging. Pumps will hold air in the eye 9. Continue skimming boiler until water flowing from
of the impeller. skim tapping flows clear. This will take some time,
possibly several hours for a dirty system.
2. Allow the system to reach 180°F and use manual vents,
if installed, to remove any remaining air. Watch the 10. Turn off burner, close make-up water valve.
pressure gauge as the system approaches 180°F. If the
pressure exceeds the design operating pressure, check: 11. Drain boiler completely. Refill and drain one or two
times to wash out all washing soda.
a. Fill valve pressure.
b. Expansion or compression tank operation and 12. Remove skim valve and piping. Install 1-1/4”NPT plug in
sizing. skim tapping.
⚠ WARNING
Cleaning the boiler requires the use of
very hot water and corrosive chemicals.
Use care when handling to prevent injury.
3. Connect a skim valve off the 1-1/4 NPT skim tapping on
front of boiler. See Figure 7.2 (Section 7) to locate skim
tapping. Run a drain line off skim valve to a point of
safe discharge.
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BURNER SETUP & BOILER OPERATION
Table 5.1: Beckett Burner Specifications
BECKETT BURNER SPECIFICATIONS
Boiler Burner Burner Static Pump Start-up Settings Head
Nozzle Size
Model No. Model No. Head Plate Pressure Air Shutter Air Band Setting
WBV-e-03-085 AFG-F3¹ F3 3-3/8” 0.75 80° B HAGO³ 140 PSI 6.0 1 N/A
WBV-e-03-105 AFG-F4 F4 3-3/8” 0.90 80° B HAGO 140 PSI 6.0 0 N/A
WBV-e-04-095 AFG-F4 F4 3-3/8” 0.85 80° B DEL4 140 PSI 6.0 0 N/A
WBV-e-04-125 AFG-F4 F4 3-3/8” 1.10 80° B HAGO³ 140 PSI 5.0 2 N/A
WBV-e-04-150 AFG-F6 F6 2-3/4” 1.25 80° B HAGO 140 PSI 8.0 1 N/A
WBV-e-05-175 AFG-MV1 V-1 - 1.50 60° B HAGO³ 140 PSI 10.0 3 3
WBV-e-05-195 AFG-MV1 V-1 - 1.65 60° B HAGO 140 PSI 10.0 5 3
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MAINTENANCE
6. MAINTENANCE
⚠ WARNING
Product Safety Information
Refractory Ceramic Fiber Product
This appliance contains materials made from refractory ceramic fibers (RCF).
Airborne RCF, when inhaled, have been classified by the International Agency
for Research on Cancer (IARC), as a possible carcinogen to humans. After
the RCF materials have been exposed to temperatures above 1800°F, they
can change into crystalline silica, which has been classified by the IARC as
carcinogenic to humans. If particles become airborne during service or repair,
inhalation of these particles may be hazardous to your health.
Precautionary Measures:
Provide adequate ventilation.
Wear a NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator.
Wear long sleeved, loose fitting clothing and gloves to prevent skin contact.
Wear eye goggles.
Minimize airborne dust prior to handling and removal by water misting the
material and avoiding unnecessary disturbance of materials.
Wash work clothes separately from others. Rinse washer thoroughly after use.
Discard RCF materials by sealing in an airtight plastic bag.
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MAINTENANCE
⚠ WARNING ⚠ CAUTION
Do not use this appliance if any part has Turn off power to boiler before adjusting
been under water. Improper or dangerous limit control.
operation may result. Immediately call
a qualified service technician to inspect 3. Test limit by lowering the limit set point until the
the boiler and to replace any part of the burner shuts down. When proper operation is
control system and any control which has confirmed, return the set point to original setting.
been under water.
4. Follow additional instructions in the Burner Manual for
B. DAILY MAINTENANCE proving the burner component operation.
(WITH BOILER OPERATING)
Daily boiler observation can be performed by the owner. F. MAINTENANCE – ANNUAL
If any potential problems are found, a qualified installer or
service technician/agency must be notified. NOTICE
1. Remove any combustible materials, gasoline and Entire heating system, including boiler,
other flammable liquids and substances that generate burner and venting system, must be
flammable vapors from the area where the boiler is inspected at least once a year by a
contained. Make certain that the boiler area has ample qualified heating professional. Boiler is to
air for combustion and ventilation and that there are be cleaned at least once a year.
no obstructions to the free flow of air to and from the
boiler.
⚠ WARNING
2. Observe general boiler conditions (unusual noises,
vibrations, etc.) Disconnect all power to the burner before
accessing combustion chamber.
3. Observe operating temperature and/or pressure gauge
on the boiler. Boiler pressure should never be higher
than 5 psi below the rating shown on the safety relief
valve. The valve rating can be found on the top of the
safety relief valve. Boiler temperature should never be
higher than 250°F.
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MAINTENANCE
NOTICE
All cover plates, enclosures, and guards
must be maintained in place at all times,
except during maintenance and servicing.
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BOILER DIMENSIONS & RATINGS
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BOILER DIMENSIONS & RATINGS
Table 7.1: Boiler Ratings - Water
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REPAIR PARTS
8. REPAIR PARTS
Repair parts are available from your local PB Heat, LLC distributor or from Parts To Your
Door at 1 (610) 916-5380 (www.partstoyourdoor.com).
Note: Remember to include the boiler model number and serial number when ordering parts.
Table 8.1
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REPAIR PARTS
Figure 8.1: Steam Boiler
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23
21
27
29
20
26
19
24 25
17 28
18
21
16B
14B
4 6 13B 15
8
10
2
30
9 3
11
7
12
20A
23
22
27 26
29 21
20
25 19
28
17
18
14A
13A
24 16A
21
15
6
30
1
4
5 10
7
2
3
8 12
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Figure 8.2: Water Boiler 11
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REPAIR RATES
Stub harness with 4-pin connector (mates with burner harness at junction box) -
– 1 EC7025
KnockDown Steam Boilers
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Series WBV ®
Oil Boilers
Installation,
Operation &
Maintenance
Manual
TO THE INSTALLER:
This manual is the property of the owner and must
be affixed near the boiler for future reference.
TO THE OWNER:
This boiler should be inspected annually by a
Qualified Service Agency.
Service Information
Name:
Address:
PB HEAT, LLC
131 S. CHURCH ST • BALLY, PA 19503
Phone: