Burnham BOILERS - Manual (Page 4)

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WARNING
Appliance materials of construction, products of combustion and the fuel contain alumina, silica,
he av y me tals, carb on mon oxide, nit roge n oxides , a lde hyd es a nd/or oth er tox ic or harm ful
substances which can cause death or serious injury and which are known to the state of California
to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. A lways use proper safety clothing,
respirators and equipment when servicing or working nearby the appliance.
This boiler contains very hot water under high pressures. Do not unscrew any pipe fittings nor
attempt to disconnect any components of this boiler without positively assuring the water is cool
and has no pressure. Always w ear protective clothing and equipment when installing, starting
up or servicing this boiler to prevent scald injuries. Do not rely on the pressure and temperature
gauges to determine the temperature and pressure of the boiler. This boiler contains components
w hich become very hot w hen the boiler is operating. D o not touch any components unless they
are cool.
This appliance mus t be properly v ented and connected to an approved v ent system in good
condition. D o not ope rate boiler with the absence of an unapproved ve nt s ystem.
This boiler needs fresh air for safe operation and must be installed so there are provisions for
adequate combustion and ventilation air.
The interior of the venting and air intake systems must be inspected and cleaned before the start
of the heating season and should be inspected periodically throughout the heating season for
any obstructions. C lean and unobstructed venting and air intake systems are necessary to allow
noxious fumes that could cause injury or loss of life to vent safely and will contribute toward
maintaining the boiler's efficiency.
This boiler is supplied with controls which may cause the boiler to shut down and not re-start
without service. If damage due to frozen pipes is a possibility, the heating system should
not be left unatttended in cold weather; or appropriate safeguards and alarms should be installed
on the heating system to prevent damage if the boiler is inoperative.
This boiler is designed to burn No. 2 fuel oil only. D o not use gasoline, crankcase drainings, or
any oil containing gasoline. Never burn garbage or paper in this boiler. Do not convert to any
solid fuel (i. e. wood, coal) or gaseous fuel (i. e. natural gas, LP/propane). All flammable debris,
rags, paper, wood scraps, etc., should be kept clear of the boiler at all times. Keep the boiler area
clean and free of fire hazards.
Do not operate boiler on combustible floor without a factory supplied floor shield. Concrete over
wood joists is considered combustible flooring. Do not operate on masonry floors, which may
contain moisture.