Laars Pennant PNCH Installation And Operation Instructions Manual - page 4
LAARS Heating Systems
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SECTION 1.
General Information
USING THIS MANUAL – Because the
Pennant Boilers and Pennant Water Heaters are
identical appliances, with the exception of
materials of manufacture, labels and ultimate use
application, this manual provides information for
the proper installation, operation and maintenance
of both products. Where differences exist between
the application of the appliances and their
operation, the sections pertinent to only one
appliance or the other will be so identified.
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, this
appliance must be installed by a licensed plumber or
gas fitter.
WARNING
The Pennant hydronic, boiler or water heater must
be installed in accordance with the procedures
detailed in this manual, or the Laars Heating
Systems warranty may be voided. The installation
must conform to the requirements of the local
jurisdiction having authority, and, in the United
States, to the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54. In Canada, the
installation must conform to the latest edition of the
Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA
B149.1 and/or local codes. Where required by the
authority having jurisdiction, the installation of
Pennant appliances must conform to the Standard
for Controls and Safety Devices for Automatically
Fired Boilers, ANSI/ASME CSD-1. Any modifications
to the boiler, its gas controls, or wiring may void the
warranty. If field conditions require modifications,
consult the factory representative before initiating
such modifications.
1.1 Introduction
This manual provides information necessary for
the installation, operation, and maintenance of Laars
Heating Systems Pennant copper tube appliances.
Read it carefully before installation.
All application and installation procedures
should be reviewed completely before proceeding with
the installation. Consult the Laars Heating Systems
factory, or local factory representative, with any issues
or questions regarding this equipment. Experience has
shown that most operating issues are caused by
improper installation.
The Pennant appliance is protected against over
pressurization. A pressure relief valve is fitted to all
appliances. It is installed on the outlet header, at the
water outlet of the appliance.
IMPORTANT: The inlet gas pressure to the appliance
must not exceed 13" w.c. (3.2kPa).
All installations must be made in accordance with:
1) In the U.S., the " National Fuel Gas
Code"ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54, Latest Edition and all
applicable local codes as required by the Authorities
Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), or
2) In Canada, the "Natural Gas and Propane
Installation Code", CSA B149.1, latest edition and all
applicable local codes as required by the AHJ.
All electrical wiring is to be done in accordance with:
1). In the U.S., the "National Electrical Code"
(NEC), ANSI/NFPA 70, latest Edition and all
applicable local codes as required by the AHJ, or
2). In Canada, the “Canadian Electrical Code -
Part 1”, CSA STD. C22.1 and all applicable local
codes as required by the AHJ.
This appliance must be electrically grounded in
accordance with the applicable codes and standards
referenced above.
1.2 Model Identification
Consult the rating plate on the unit. The
following information describes the model number
structure.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
P
N
C
A
C
2
SERIES
P
N
C
USAGE
H
V
SIZE
0
5
0
0
0
7
5
0
1
0
0
0
1
2
5
0
1
5
0
0
1
7
5
0
2
0
0
0
FUEL
N
P
ALTITUDE
A
FIRING
MODE
K (500/750)
N (1000)
L (1250-2000)
LOCATION
C
REVISION
2
HEAT
EXCHANGER
B
C
K
N
P
S
OPTIONS
CODE
X
J
L
PUMP
OPTIONS
X
H
N
S