Operating instructions

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Installation And Operating Instructions For
Model WCB Hand Fired Boiler
DANGER: This boiler is equipped with a fuse-able
plug. It is located inside the boiler. It is not
adjustable. In the event that boiler water
temperature exceeds approximately 276° F, a
dangerous condition, the plug will open and boiler
water will fall into the firebox. Follow all operating
instructions carefully to avoid a dangerous condition
that would result in activation of the fuse-able plug.
This manual contains information for the installation,
operation, care and service of the Model WCB
Hand Fired Boiler. Be sure to follow these instructions
carefully when making the installation. BEFORE
PROCEEDING WITH THE INSTALLATION, BE SURE TO
CHECK STATE AND LOCAL ORDINANCE
REQUIREMENTS. INSTALLATION MUST BE MADE IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THESE ORDINANCES WHICH
MAY DIFFER FROM THIS INSTALLATION MANUAL.
These instructions are to be saved and given to the
equipment owner for operation and maintenance
information.
This unit is subject to shipping damage during transit
or can be shipped with missing parts. Upon receipt,
examine unit for possible missing parts or damage. If
unit is damaged, notify carrier immediately. If parts
are missing, notify factory as soon as possible. The
WCB Boiler is shipped in a single package. The
boiler is shipped with the baffle, grates, firebrick, fire
door and ash pit door in place. The limit aquastat,
theraltimeter, relief valve, drain cock, immersion draft
control and shaker crank are shipped in the ash
pan. Three extra refractory brick (for wood firing) are
shipped with the boiler. (See instructions under
“Wood Firing”). An optional domestic hot water coil
is available on order.
Do not use or store flammable liquids, especially
gasoline in the vicinity of the boiler.
Do not burn garbage, gasoline or naptha in this
boiler. Install this boiler in accordance with the
applicable requirements of N.F.P.A. #211 “Chimneys,
Fireplaces, Vents And Solid Fuel Burning Appliances,”
2002 Edition.
A stack thermometer, not provided, must be installed
and used to check stack temperature. Stack
temperature must be maintained below 600
degrees F.
If the optional domestic hot water coil is installed, a
tempering valve, not provided, must be installed to
avoid scalding water and the potential for serious
burns. Pipe the tempering valve per the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Application
The WCB Hand Fired Boiler is designed for both
wood and coal firing. It is provided with a cast iron
shaker grate and a firebrick combustion chamber
lining with an overhead baffle which provides a
double pass for the flue gases for better heat
extraction from the fuel being burned. This boiler is
primarily intended to be an “Add-On” unit to an
existing oil or gas fired forced hot water boiler. This
boiler is not intended to be the sole source of heat
except for the storage buildings, cabins, etc. where
constant steady heat is not required. See instructions
under heading “To Set Up Boiler” for proper
application. This boiler is not to be used with an
automatic stoker.
Specifications — Model WCB
Output Rating - 60,000 BTUH (Wood or Coal)
Overall Length - 32-5/8"
Cabinet Length - 27-1/4"
Cabinet Width - 20-1/4"
Cabinet Height - 42-1/2"
Supply Tappings - (1) 2"
Return Tappings - (1) 1-1/4"
Flue Outlet - 7" Dia.
Fire Door Opening - 11" x 11"
Cast Iron Grates - 3
Firebrick Splits - 10
Maximum Log Length - 20"
Shipping Weight (Approx.) - 700 lbs.
Coal
1. The WCB Boiler is designed to burn
anthracite (hard) coal of the “Chestnut” or “Nut”
size. We do not recommend the use of
bituminous (soft) coal. Bituminous coal has a
high ash and sulphur content and produces by-
products that can corrode the boiler fireside
surfaces.
2. An adequate storage bin should be provided for
storage. This should be preferably located
indoors with easy access for coal truck to deliver
the coal with a chute through a cellar window.
The storage volume required for one ton of coal