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3. Shut Down and Restart
3.1 To Start the FT Series boiler
If drained, please refer to the Install and
Operating Manual to ensure that the complete
‘Setup’ procedure has been followed before
starting this boiler. A complete ‘Setup’ must be
performed by a qualied service person.
3.2 Shutting Down the FT Series boiler
1. Turn o the main electrical disconnect switch.
2. Close all manual gas valves.
3. If freezing is anticipated, drain the FT Series
Boiler and be sure to also protect building piping
from freezing. All water must be removed from
heat exchanger and condensate trap or else
damage from freezing may occur. Please refer to
the Install and Operating Manual, Doc # 1483
This step to be performed by a qualied service
person.
2. Caring For Your FT Series Boiler
Your FT Series boiler will require very little
maintenance. However, as with any ne appliance
there are certain steps that should be taken to ensure
continuing optimum performance.
2.1 General Care
Keep the area around the FT Series boiler clean
and free from combustible materials, gasoline and
other ammable liquids and vapors.
The FT Series Boiler must be completely isolated
and protected from any source of corrosive chemical
fumes such as trichlorethylene, perchlorethylene,
chlorine, etc.
Keep bottom and top openings on the boiler free
for proper ventilation of interior components.
Do not obstruct or block a free ow of air to the
boiler to ensure proper ventilation.
If desired, clean the jacket surfaces with a
damp cloth and mild detergent. Do not use ammable
cleaning materials.
If sidewall vented, keep the vent terminal clear
of obstructions — do not allow snow to cover the vent
terminal. Clean the intake screen often, and then
develop an appropriate maintenance schedule.
2.2 Annual Inspection of Flue and Vents
Visually inspect the vent pipe once a year. Should
any deterioration exist, have the aected parts replaced
by a qualied service person.
2.3 In the Event of a Power Failure
The FT Series boiler can not be operated during
an electrical power outage. If there is an extended
power outage with danger from freezing, then the FT
Series Boiler (and all other water systems) should be
drained completely. When draining the boiler, turn o
main electrical disconnect switch. When placing back in
service, refer to Section 3 of this Manual for instruction.
All draining and lling must only be done by a qualied
service person.
2.4 Full Service Every Year
In addition to the annual visual inspections, a
qualied service agency should conduct a detailed
inspection of all ue product carrying areas of the boiler
and its venting system.