Amtrol OWB Series - Manual (Page 18)

SIDE-WALL VENTING---IMPORTANT NOTE
Two problems arise when side wall venting any oil appliance;
1. There is sometimes an accelerated rate at which soot builds up on the cad-cell,
spinner, etc.
2. There is the potential for severe soot damage to the side of the structure in the
event that the boiler operates at a high smoke level. This can happen for many
reasons, some of which are out of the control of both the installer and
appliance manufacturer.
Econo Heat recommends the use of a chimney to vent our residential oil boilers. If a
power venter must be used, it is the responsibility of the installer and power vent
manufacturer to “engineer” the power vent system.
ECONO HEAT WILL ASSUME NO REPONSIBILITY FOR SOOT DAMAGE
TO SIDING, ETC. FROM A POWER VENTED OIL BOILER. THIS
APPLIES REGARDLESS OF THE CAUSE OF THE SOOTING.
LOCATING THE BOILER
WARNING
Boiler must not be installed in an area where gasoline, paint or other combustible
materials or flammable vapors or liquids are present.
1. Consider all piping and venting connections before selecting a location. Locate as
close to the chimney as possible, observing the following clearances requirements
from combustible surfaces:
Front ......................24”
Top ......................... 6” above controls
Left Side ................. 6”
Right Side ............... 6”
Back ........................18”
2. Boiler is not intended for installation on combustible floor. Further, to facilitate
servicing it is desirable to raise the boiler at least 8” off the floor. It is
recommended that concrete blocks be employed to build up a foundation. Ensure
that top surface of foundation is level.
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Installation, Operation, And Service Instructions