Connections
17
Gas Connection and Piping
1.
Size and connect gas supply piping in
accordance with local and national
codes.
2.
Before connecting boiler to gas line,
install main gas shut-off valve,
ground joint union, and capped drip
leg. Connect boiler gas connection to
the above.
Gas connection (NPT)
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3.
Perform gas piping pressure test. See
section below
.
4.
Identify the main shut-off valve as
such with a tag and familiarize
operator/ultimate owner of boiler
with this valve.
Max. gas supply pressure: 14 “w.c.
Proper piping practice
Support piping by proper suspension
method. Piping must not rest on or be
supported by boiler.
Gas piping pressure test
Perform gas piping pressure test. Ensure the following requirements are met:
1.
Isolate the boiler from the gas supply
piping system using the individual
manual shut-off valve during pressure
tests equal to or less than ½ psig /
14” w.c..
2.
The boiler and its individual shut-off
valve must be disconnected from the
gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of that system at
test pressures in excess of
½ psig / 14” w.c..
3.
Unions and gas manifold have been
factory-tested. Leak test must be
repeated during initial trial operation
of burner by a licensed gas fitter.
4.
Perform leak test.
Use approved liquid spray solution for
bubble test. Ensure than no liquid is
sprayed on any electrical
components, wires or connectors. Do
not
allow leak detection fluid to
contact gas valve regulator or
regulator vent opening.
5.
Correct any and all deficiencies.
6.
Remove air from gas line.
½ psig = 14 ”w.c.
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Gas connection
Drip leg
Ground joint union
Approved manual gas shut-off valve
The gas supply piping must be leak
tested before placing the boiler in
operation.
WARNING
IMPORTANT
Use moderate amount of dope
Leave 2 end threads bare
Thread pipe right length
2 imperfect threads
Never check for gas leaks with an
open flame.
WARNING
Exposing boiler gas pressure regulator
and gas valve to extreme pressures
renders warranty null and void.
WARNING
IMPORTANT
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