Smith Cast Iron Boilers GT Series - Manual (Page 3)

GT INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Page 3
WARNING: At elevations greater than 2000 ft,
660 m, the combustion of the GT must be checked
with a calibrated combustion analyzer to ensure
safe and reliable operation. Consult the Operating
Instructions Section for instructions on adjusting
the input to provide proper operation. Failure to
comply with this warning can result in excessive
levels of carbon monoxide causing severe
personal injury or death!
BOILER LOCATION
WARNING: The clearances to combustible
construction listed in Table 1 must be maintained.
Failure to comply with this warning can result in
a extensive property damage, severe personal
injury or death!
CAUTION: This boiler is designed to operate only
in residential and commercial heating systems. It is
not intended for:
1. Outdoor installations, or unheated spaces, which
can cause freezing.
2. Process heating of potable water, or any other
fl uids.
3. Un-pressurized, and gravity feed heating
systems.
4. Heating systems with very low pressures or
fl ow.
Improper use or installation will seriously damage
the boiler, voiding warranty!
1. Locate the boiler in an area that provides good
access to the unit. Keep in mind that servicing may
require the removal of jacket panels. Accessibility
clearances should take precedence over fire
protection clearances. Table 1 lists the minimum
clearances for servicing, however 24 in, 610 mm is
recommended.
2. An optimum site will be level, central to the hot water
piping system and close to an outside wall.
NOTE: This boiler is designed for direct placement
on a combustible fl oor. Never install this boiler on
carpeting!
3. DO NOT install this boiler in a location that would
subject any of the gas ignition components to direct
contact with water or excessive moisture during
operation or servicing. The boiler location ambient
temperature must be no less than 50°F, 10°C
including the condensate line.
4. NEVER store objects on or around the boiler.
5. This boiler may be wall mounted. See the Wall Hung
Conversion section listed in the table of contents.
WARNING: Never store combustible materials,
gasoline or any product containing fl ammable
vapors or liquids in the vicinity of the boiler.
Failure to comply with this warning can result
in extensive property damage, severe personal
injury or death!
WARNING: Liquefied Petroleum, LP, gas is
heavier than air; it is imperative that your boiler
is not installed in a pit or similar location that
will permit heavier than air gas to collect. Local
Codes may require appliances fueled with LP
gas be provided with an approved means, of
removing unburned gases from the room. Check
your local codes for this requirement. Failure to
comply with this warning can result in extensive
property damage, severe personal injury or
death!
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