RBI 8900 Series Installation & Operation Manual

Also see for 8800 Series: Installation & operation manual Installation and operation manual Installation and operation instructions

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SERIES 8800 & 8900 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 3Direct all questions to your RBI distributor or contact theRBI Customer Service Department, 260 North Elm Street,Westfield, MA 01085 for U.S. or 7555 Tranmere Drive,Mississauga ONT L5S 1L4 for Canada. Always include themodel and serial numbers from the rating plate of theboiler/water heater in question.RATINGS & CAPACITIESBefore undertaking the installation of the Series 8800and 8900 boiler/water heater check the rating plate toensure that the unit has been sized properly for the job.The “Net I=B=R Ratings” specify the equivalent amountof direct copper radiation that the unit can supply undernormal conditions. Also ensure that the unit has beenset up for the type of gas available at the installationsite. Other important considerations are the availabilityof an adequate electrical supply, fresh air for combustionand a suitable chimney or vent system.BOILER/WATER HEATER LOCATION1. Locate the boiler/water heater in an area thatprovides good access to the unit. Servicing mayrequire the removal of jacket panels. Allow theminimum clearances between adjacent constructionand the boiler/water heater as listed in Table 1 or 1A.NOTE: Service clearances are not mandatory, butare recommended to ensure ease of service shouldit be required.Table 1 (8800)Clearance to ServiceCombustibles Clearancein mm in mmTop 24 610 18 457Back 24 610 18 457Left Side 24 610 24 610Right Side 24 610 24 610Front 48 1220 48 1220Flue 6 152 6 152Table 1A (8900)Clearance to ServiceCombustibles Clearancein mm in mmTop 24 610 18 457Back 18 457 18 457Left Side 18 457 18 457Right Side 18 457 18 457Front 48 1220 36 914Flue 6 152 6 1522. An optimum site will be level, central to the pipingsystem, close to a chimney and have adequate freshair for combustion. Ensure that the boiler/water heateris level from front to back and from side to side. Usemetal shims to level the boiler/water heater. Electricaland electronic components must also be protectedfrom exposure to water during operation andmaintenance. DO NOT install this boiler/water heaterin a location that would subject any of the gas ignitioncomponents to direct contact with water or excessivemoisture during operation or servicing.3. Ensure that the floor is structurally sound and willsupport the weight of the boiler/water heater.NOTE: Never install a Series 8800 or 8900 boiler/water heater on a concrete floor that contains wires,cables, water pipes or hoses. This boiler/waterheater is designed for noncombustible floors only!Never install this boiler/water heater on combustiblematerials or carpeting even if a non-combustiblefoundation material is placed over them!4. Locate the boiler/water heater in an area that willprevent water damage to adjacent constructionshould a leak occur or during routine maintenance.If such a location doesn’t exist, a suitable drain panthat’s adequately drained must be installed underthe unit. The pan must not restrict the flow ofcombustion air to the unit.5. DO NOT place this boiler/water heater in a locationthat would restrict the introduction of combustion airinto the unit or subject it to a negative pressure, see“GENERAL VENTING GUIDELINES”.6. NEVER place this boiler/water heater in a locationthat would subject it to temperatures at or nearfreezing.WARNING: Never store combustible materials,gasoline or any product containing flammable vaporsor liquids in the vicinity of the boiler/water heater.Failure to comply with this warning can result in anexplosion or fire causing extensive property damage,severe personal injury or death!