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Tarm Biomass Solo Plus 30 Installation And Operation Manual

Manual is about: Wood-fired central heating boiler

Summary of Solo Plus 30

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 solo plus models 30, 40, and 60 installation and operations manual wood-fired central heating boiler.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 table of contents introduction >table of contents page i 1.0 introduction…………………………………………………………………………….....1 1.1 foreword………………………………………………………………………...…1 1.2 units of measure……………………………………………………………...…...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 introduction >table of contents page ii section page 3.4.8 installing the 339n probe thermometer.………...………...…….…….26 3.4.9 installing the optional turbulators…………………..……….………...26 3.4.10 control logic...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 introduction >table of contents page iii section page 4.16.12 checking the pressure relief valve……………………………....…48 4.16.13 checking system pressure…………………………………...…..…..49 4.16.14 heat storage system m...

  • Page 5: 1.0 Introduction

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 1.0 introduction 1.1 foreword save this instruction manual for future reference congratulations on your purchase of the scandtec solo plus log wood boiler from tarm biomass! The solo plus boiler is pro...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 this product is provided with a limited warranty which is described in section 7.0 of this man- ual. The warranty is contingent upon the successful and legal installation of the boiler at a mini- mum: ...

  • Page 7: 2.1 Boiler Overview

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 2.0 system description/requirements this section presents a general overview of the system, suitable fuels and installation requirements for your solo plus boiler. 2.1 boiler overview 2.1.1 cut-away vi...

  • Page 8: 2.2 Boiler Function

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 2.1.2 boiler fabrication and testing the boiler is shipped on one pallet that includes the assembled boiler. Depending on accessories pur- chased with the boiler, additional packages for accessories ma...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 2.2.2 safety systems the boiler has internal safety systems to prevent damage to equipment in case two unlikely conditions occur. The conditions prevented are: pressure in the boiler exceeding 30 psi (...

  • Page 10: 2.3 Fuels

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 2.3 fuels the solo plus is made to burn natural firewood. Both hardwood and softwood are suitable, but oak should not be burned as the only source of wood for long periods because of its high acid cont...

  • Page 11: 2.4 Building Requirements

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 always try to have two years of wood supply on hand so that the wood being burned has been cut, split and stacked under cover for a year. Some varieties of wood may take 1½ years to dry adequately. If ...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 3.0 boiler installation & start-up this section describes the steps to installing and starting-up the boiler. This section is directed at the installer. Before beginning installation contact local buil...

  • Page 13: 3.1 Planning

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 3.1 planning 3.1.1 sizing the boiler it is critical to size the boiler properly. A proper, up to date heat load calculation is advised. An accu- rate history of building fuel usage over several years c...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 the boiler must be installed with the minimum installation clearances to combustible materials out- lined below. Clearances may only be reduced by means approved by the regulatory authorities. Clearanc...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 3.1.4 plumbing and mechanical the boiler must be connected to a suitable chimney. Chimney requirements are discussed in section 3.2. A dedicated supply of fresh combustion air should be provided near t...

  • Page 16: 3.2 Preparing The Chimney

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 3.1.5 electrical for the solo plus boiler a 120 vac, 60 hertz, 2-wire power supply is required. This electrical con- nection should be from a dedicated 15 amp, circuit breaker. A master service switch ...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 fig 3.1 the smoke pipe connecting the boiler to the chimney flue must be black or stainless, have a minimum thickness of 24 gauge, and rise a minimum of ¼‖ per foot of run toward the chimney (fig3.1). ...

  • Page 18: 3.3 Setting The Boiler

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 3.2.1 outside combustion air provision for outside combustion air may be necessary to ensure that fuel-burning appliances do not discharge products of combustion into the house. Guidelines to determine...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 boiler installation & start-up > boiler checklist page 15 3.3.2 boiler checklist item description part number quantity included refractory combustion chamber (installed) 1 ash removal/scraper tool 1 cl...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 3.3.3 temporary storage if the boiler installation is going to take place at a later date the boiler and components need to be stored in a safe, dust-free, dry location. Moisture can damage the insulat...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 boiler installation & start-up > boiler set-up page 17 top boiler tappings: 1) tapping #5 overheat aquastat 2) tapping #24 control panel/lo-limit 3) tapping #22 bleeder vent 4) tapping #21 pressure gau...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 boiler installation & start-up > boiler set-up page 18 warning do not use self contained, non electric zone valves in the zone controlled by the overheat control! Such valves would pre- vent the overhe...

  • Page 23: Jacket Removal

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 boiler installation & start-up > boiler set-up page 19 jacket removal the side and rear panels can now be removed. Follow these instructions if the boiler’s jacket needs to be removed or the boiler has...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 3.4 connections to the boiler the following connections must be made to the boiler, in order for it to function: the boiler flue gas exhaust collar must be connected to the chimney system. The heating ...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 boiler installation & start-up > safety plumbing page 21 3.4.2 safety plumbing overheat loop: no electricity: the piping and controls must be connected to the boiler in such a way that in the event of ...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 3.4.3 plumbing connections there are numerous possibilities for connecting your solo plus boiler to your heating system. Tarm biomass provides diagrams (located in appendix) as concept diagrams only. T...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 boiler installation & start-up > plumbing connections page 23 using a 3‖ nipple, pipe out from the supply tapping #2 of the boiler to a 1¼‖x 1¼‖x ¾‖ tee (t1). From the ¾‖ outlet of (t1) install a ¾‖x 2...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 3.4.4 pipe connections – choice of material a copper/steel mixture can be used for the heating side. Copper followed by galvanized piping (in the direction of the water flow) should be avoided for hot ...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 domestic hot water piping when a separate dhw heater is used in the summer months (fig . 3.4) in summer: (or when the solo plus boiler is shut-down) close valve b and open valve a. In winter: (or when ...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 3.4.8 installing the 339n probe thermometer the 339n probe thermometer (part # 339n) is to be installed just downstream of the boiler’s flue collar. Drill a ¼‖ hole in the side of the pipe and insert t...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 3.4.10 control logic typical control logic for use with bladder lined coil-type thermal storage systems (refer to plumbing diagram stss1 or stss2): the process begins when a fire is lit in the boiler a...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 tarm biomass recommends the use of an additional termovar valve model 6440af (tv2) for most installations. Without tv2 it is possible that when a small zone is the only zone calling, a master bathroom ...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 assuming that tv1 is hot, the water being circulated by c3 is now heading for the supply manifold. If no zones are calling for heat the c1 pump will be off (if used, zv-1 will also be closed). All of t...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 3.4.11 electrical connections the control panel on the solo plus is supplied as a pre-wired assembly. All that is required on-site is to connect to 120 volt service at the junction box that was install...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 3.5 commissioning the boiler 3.5.1 safety plumbing the boiler pressure relief valve (provided, part # 1040705), must be installed as shown in fig. 3.5. This is to ensure that excessive pressure will no...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 3.5.2 filling and venting the best connection for filling the boiler with water is at the boiler drain. During filling the circulation pump is switched off. Filling takes place through a hose which is ...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 3.5.4 combustion and performance testing the boiler should be fired to test for performance, using section 4.0 as a guideline.  provision should be made for dissipating the heat generated.  have enou...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 4.0 boiler operation, maintenance, and service maintenance it is also the responsibility of the user that the boiler be cleaned and maintained according to:  normal practice.  the instructions of thi...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 this switch is not used in the north american market. During operation the fan switch is always on. The fuse is located behind screw cap. The overheat thermostat switches off the fan when the boiler te...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 4.2 items to check before using 1. Check the heating system water pressure before using the system. Note: water may not be added to the boiler while it is running. 2. Ensure that the chimney connector ...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 4.3 starting the boiler 1. Set the by-pass damper lever in the open position by lifting up and pulling the lever fully for- ward. 2. Turn ―on‖ the electrical power service switch mounted on the boiler ...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 4.4 adding wood 4.4.1 adding wood when the draft fan is off (boiler at operating temperature) 1. Open the by-pass damper. 2. Turn up the operating thermostat (i) on the control panel fully clockwise. T...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 caution caution ☼ risk of wood gas explosion as explosive gases may be present. When burning a solo plus boiler, the operating thermostat turns off the draft fan when the boiler gets up to temperature....

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 keep in mind that the refractory bricks are hardest when they are new. The refractory bricks will sof- ten with age. When loading wood into the boiler and using tools around the refractory areas keep t...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 4.9 combustion process solo plus boilers have excellent combustion efficiency. When the boiler gets up to temperature, the draft fan shuts down and stops the supply of combustion air to the firebox. Th...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 4.12 primary air adjustment the primary air should be set to open fully when the draft fan is running. The stop (b) should not touch the adjustment bolt (a) when the damper is the open position. Howeve...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 4.14 firing tips it is important to use wood of an appropriate size (length and diameter) and to stack it properly so that there are no ―holes‖ and ―hanging pieces‖ in the wood stack, which must then b...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 4.16 cleaning and maintenance 4.15.1 ash removal the boiler must be cleaned regularly. Lack of cleaning can result in loss of boiler efficiency, malfunc- tioning and reduced boiler life. Most ash produ...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 4.16.2 smoke box and heat exchange tube cleaning the smoke box, the flue outlet and the heat exchange tube areas should be cleaned twice a month with the boiler brush. Let the boiler cool and shut off ...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 4.16.4 maintaining door seals it is very important to maintain tight seals on the doors. Check the loading door and ash door gaskets regularly to insure that they are sealing well and that there is no ...

  • Page 51: Remove

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 how to clean the primary air channels (some clear 100% silicone will be needed): 1. Remove the cover to the air distribution box which is located between the loading and ash doors (fig.4.10).This is pe...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 4.16.7 chimney fires chimney fires are caused when excessive buildup of creosote in the chimney connector pipe or the chimney is ignited by a racing fire, or when a burning piece of material is swept o...

  • Page 53: 4.17 Power Outages

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 4.16.13 checking system pressure the system expansion tank in a closed system allows for the thermal expansion of the fluid in the heating system. See the expansion tank’s operating instructions for ma...

  • Page 54: 5.0 Troubleshooting

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 5.0 troubleshooting 5.1 troubleshooting guide troubleshooting > troubleshooting guide page 50 symptom possible cause remedy no heat in house boiler temperature is below 150 ºf (65 ºc) while burning woo...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 5.2 troubleshooting flow chart troubleshooting > troubleshooting flow chart page 51 no h ea t o r n ot e no ug h he at in b uil din g. O th er so ur ce s o f h ea t a re n ot o pe ra tin g. If h ea t s...

  • Page 56: 6.0 Data And Drawings

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 6.0 data and drawings 6.1 measurement data data and drawings > measurement data page 52 description units 30 40 60 1 return connection inches 1¼ 1¼ 1¼ 2 supply connection inches 1¼ 1¼ 1¼ 5 tapping-over...

  • Page 57: 6.2 Positioning Data

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 6.2 positioning data data and drawings > positioning data page 53 clearances to combustibles measurement minimum distance notes a-backwall to appliance 18‖ minimum distance b-sidewall to appliance 8‖ m...

  • Page 58: 6.3 Specification Data

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 6.3 specification data data and drawings > specification data page 54 technical data units 30 40 60 measurements depth- boiler -total inches 46½ 46½ 50½ width- boiler -total inches 21 25 25 height to c...

  • Page 59: 6.4 Electrical Diagrams

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 6.4 electrical diagrams 6.4.1 overheat and circulator aquastat wiring connections data and drawings > electrical diagrams page 55 typical circulator or zone valve controller honeywell l4008b (overheat ...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 6.4.2 boiler wire connections diagram data and drawings > boiler wire connections diagram page 56.

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 6.4.3 boiler circuit ladder diagram data and drawings > boiler circuit ladder diagram page 57 tº tº 10 0º c h 4 (s w it ch l ig h t) s 4 b 15 f u se s er vi ce s w it ch k 2 r el ay k 2 r es et s w it ...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 6.4.4 control panel explanation for control panel b12-overheat aquastat/circuit breaker (part #08007) b15-lo-limit aquastat b16-operating thermostat (part # 080063) c1-boiler control board f1-fuse 6.3 ...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 6.4.5 bltcontrol electrical diagram logic for bltcontrol is located in appendix d. Data and drawings > bltcontrol electrical diagram page 59.

  • Page 64: 6.5 Parts List

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 6.5 parts list 6.5.1 solo plus 30, 40, 60 parts list data and drawings > parts list page 60

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 data and drawings > parts list page 61.

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 data and drawings > parts list page 62.

  • Page 67: 7.0 Warranty Information

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 7.0 warranty information 7.1 warranty - hs-tarm/scandtec solo plus boiler limited warranty - for use only in united states tarm biomass warrants the steel boiler identified below and its component hot ...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 there are no warranties that extend beyond the description in this limited warranty, and tarm biomass limited warranty is in lieu of and to the exception of all other war- ranties, express or implied, ...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 8.0 installation report for boiler system installation performed by:_________________________________________ solo plus model / serial no. ____________________/_________________ boiler system installed...

  • Page 70: Appendix A-

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 appendix a- temperature conversion temperature conversion table appendix a > temperature conversion table page 66 °c °f °c °f °c °f °c °f 40 104 80 176 135 275 220 428 45 113 82 179.6 140 284 225 437 5...

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    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 appendix b-boiler listing label appendix e > boiler listing label page 67.

  • Page 72: Notes:

    Solo plus instructions 1-800-782-9927 version 12-13 tarm biomass · 4 britton lane · lyme, nh 03768 notes: notes > notes page 68.