Smith Cast Iron Boilers GB250 SERIES User Manual

GB250-IM-5  
42-9185  
GB250 SERIES  
INSTALLATION, OPERATION  
& MAINTENANCE MANUAL  
AND REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST  
Gas-Fired Steam Cast Iron Boilers  
175,000 to 400,000 Btuh Input  
Standing Pilot, Standing Pilot & Vent Damper,  
Intermittent Pilot, Intermittent Pilot & Vent  
Damper  
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION  
Step 6: Wiring Boiler ..............................................11  
Code Compliance. ....................................................2  
Venting Requirements ..............................................3  
Chimney Requirements ............................................3  
Combustion Air Requirements ..................................3  
Water Treatment........................................................4  
Shipment of Boiler ....................................................4  
SECTION 3: START-UP & OPERATION  
Sequence Of Operation ..........................................16  
Prior To Start-Up ....................................................16  
Start-Up & Adjustments ..........................................16  
SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE  
SECTION 2: BOILER INSTALLATION  
Before Each Heating Season..................................19  
How To Change Orifices ........................................20  
Heating System Problems & Causes......................20  
Replacement Parts List ..........................................21  
Warnings ................................................................25  
Step 1: Locating/Setting Boiler..................................5  
Step 2: Installing Steam Piping ................................6  
Step 3: Installing Hydronic Components ..................7  
Step 4: Venting Boiler................................................7  
Step 5: Installing/Testing Gas Piping ......................10  
WESTCAST, INC.  
260 NORTH ELM STREET WESTFIELD, MA 01085  
TEL. (413) 562-9631 FAX (413) 562-3799  
7. Any improper operation of the common venting sys-  
tem should be corrected so the installation conforms  
with National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1-latest  
edition. When resizing any portion of the common  
venting system, the common venting system should be  
resized to approach the minimum size as determined  
using the appropriate tables in Appendix G in the  
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1-latest edition.  
For Canada, the provisions of B149.1 and B149.2 shall  
apply.  
VENTING REQUIREMENTS  
When connecting to gas vents or chimneys, vent instal-  
lations shall be in accordance with Part 7, Venting of  
Equipment, of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI  
Z223.1-latest edition, or applicable provisions of the  
local building codes. For Canada, the provisions of  
B149.1 and B149.2 shall apply.  
Vent connectors serving appliances vented by natural  
draft shall not be connected into any portion of mechani-  
cal draft systems operating under positive pressure.  
DANGER: A chimney which does not meet modern  
safety standards will result in a fire or deadly carbon  
monoxide poisoning of the building residents.  
When two or more appliances vent into a common flue,  
the area of the common flue should be at least equal to  
the area of the largest flue plus 50% of the areas of the  
additional flue or vent connectors.  
CHIMNEY REQUIREMENTS  
Chimney condition is of paramount importance for a  
safe and efficient boiler installation. All new and replace-  
ment installations must include a chimney inspection by  
a qualified individual or agency. Chimney construction  
materials must be compatible with the fuel being used.  
When an existing boiler is removed from common  
venting system, common venting system is likely to be  
too large for proper venting of appliances remaining  
connected to it. At time of removal of existing boiler, the  
following steps shall be followed with each appliance  
remaining connected to the common venting system  
placed in operation, while other appliances remaining  
connected to the common venting system are not in  
operation:  
Particular attention should be paid on all oil-to-gas con-  
versions. Soot may have accumulated in chimney and/or  
degraded chimney liner. Most utilities require complete  
chimney cleaning. Others may require installation of new  
liner, spill switches or other chimney upgrades. Check  
with local utility for required safety precautions.  
1. Seal all unused openings in common venting system.  
2. Visually inspect the venting system for proper size  
and horizontal pitch and determine there is no blockage  
or restriction, leakage, corrosion and other deficiencies  
which could cause an unsafe condition.  
COMBUSTION AIR REQUIREMENTS  
Provisions for combustion air must be in accordance  
with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 - latest  
edition, as well as all applicable local codes. If the boiler  
is installed in an unconfined space, adequate air will be  
available via normal infiltration. However, if building  
construction is unusually tight or the boiler is installed in  
a confined space (a space whose volume is less than 50  
cubic feet per 1000 Btu/hr of gas input for all fuel  
burning equipment), adequate air for combustion must  
be provided by two openings: one located about 6”  
below the ceiling, the other about 6” above the floor.  
When communicating directly with the outside or  
through a vertical duct, each opening must have a  
minimum free area of one square inch per 4000 Btu/hr  
of gas input. Horizontal ducts to the outside must have a  
minimum free area of one square inch per 2000 Btu/hr  
of gas input. When ventilation is provided by openings in  
doors, etc. to adjoining spaces having adequate  
infiltration, each opening must have a minimum free  
area of one square inch per 1000 Btu/hr of gas input.  
3. Insofar as is practical, close all building doors and  
windows and all doors between the space in which the  
appliances remaining connected to the common venting  
system are located and other spaces of the building.  
Turn on clothes dryers and any appliance not connected  
to the common venting system. Turn on any exhaust  
fans, such as range hoods and bathroom exhausts, so  
they will operate at maximum speed. Do not operate a  
summer exhaust fan. Close fireplace dampers.  
4. Place in operation the appliance being inspected. Fo-  
llow the lighting instructions. Adjust thermostat so  
appliance will operate continuously.  
5. Test for spillage at draft hood relief opening after 5  
minutes of main burner operation. Use the flame of a  
match or candle, or smoke from cigarette, cigar or pipe.  
6. After it has been determined that each appliance  
remaining connected to common venting system proper-  
ly vents when tested as outlined above, return doors,  
windows, exhaust fans, fireplace dampers and any other  
gas-burning appliance to previous conditions of use.  
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NOTE: Boiler utilizes synthetic rubber seals. Water  
treatment chemicals and system cleaning chemicals  
must be compatible with this and all other  
construction materials.  
WARNING: Adequate fresh air must be provided for  
combustion. Improper boiler operation and  
inadequate venting of deadly flue gases may  
otherwise result.  
NOTE: Boiler employs atmospheric combustion.  
Combustion air must not be contaminated with  
halogenated hydrocarbon vapors, aerosol  
propellants or freon. Otherwise, boiler heat  
exchanger will be subject to corrosion, reducing  
boiler life.  
SHIPMENT OF BOILER  
Each boiler is shipped in a single carton. Draft hood is  
shipped in a separate carton on larger models.  
Optional Vent Damper  
When ordered, the vent damper is shipped in an  
individual carton packaged with the boiler. Mounting of  
the damper is required.  
WATER TREATMENT  
Water treatment is recommended in areas where water  
quality is a problem. A local water treatment company  
should be consulted to determine the requirements for  
your particular system and locality.  
WARNING: Installers must follow local regulations  
with respect to the installation of CO detectors and  
follow the manufacturer’s stated maintenance  
schedule for this boiler!  
NOTE: Boiler is not for use in systems where water  
is replenished. Minerals in the water can build up on  
the heat transfer surfaces and cause overheating  
and subsequent failure of the heat exchanger.  
ATTENTION: Observer les règlements règional à  
l’egard des détecteurs de monoxyde de carbone et  
observer entretien de manufacturier pour cette  
chaudière!  
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SECTION 2: BOILER INSTALLATION  
STEP 1: LOCATING AND SETTING THE BOILER  
PROCEDURE A: Check that provisions for combustion air are in accordance with National Fuel Gas  
Code ANSI Z223.1-latest edition and all applicable local codes. In Canada, follow CAN/CGA B149(.1 or .2)  
installation codes.  
FIGURE 2.1  
PROCEDURE B:  
Check minimum  
clearances to  
6"  
6"  
combustibles are  
proper as shown. Local  
requirements may  
specify greater  
VENT DAMPER  
* TOP  
clearances & must be  
adhered to.  
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1
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1
1
1
1
1
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Boiler shall be install-  
ed such that the gas  
ignition system com-  
ponents are protected  
from water (dripping,  
spraying, rain, etc.)  
during appliance oper-  
ation and service.  
18"  
12"  
12"  
RECOMMEND  
MORE FOR  
ACCESS TO  
VENT DAMPER  
POSITION  
INDICATOR  
* 52" FOR GB250-S-5L THRU GB250 S-7  
58" FOR GB250-S-8 THRU GB250-S-9  
WARNING: Never install boiler on combustible flooring without combustible flooring pan or on carpeting  
as heat damage and/or fire may result.  
CAUTION: Locate boiler so horizontal connecting flue pipe is as short as possible. Maximize height of  
vertical flue connector.  
NOTE: Do not loosen tie rods on absorption unit. They accommodate thermal expansion. Loss of boiler  
structural integrity and water leaks/damage may result.  
Step 1 Continued On Next Page  
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PROCEDURE C:  
Check component positioning.  
1. Remove all packing material  
from boiler.  
2. Install on non-combustible floor  
only, unless local codes permit  
use and fabrication of a fireproof  
base (see Fig. 2.2).  
3. Check that burners and controls  
are in the proper position.  
6" OVERHANG OF BLOCK AND  
SHEETMETAL ALL AROUND  
4" HOLLOW CLAY TILE (TWO  
COURSES) OPENINGS THRU  
BLOCKS IN TOP COURSE TO  
BE AT 900 ANGLE TO OPENINGS  
THRU BOTTOM COURSE  
22 GAUGE  
SHEETMETAL  
6"  
FLOOR  
FIGURE 2.2  
STEP 2: INSTALLING STEAM PIPING  
Typical piping connections are shown in Figure 2.3. All  
external piping must be supported by hangers, not by  
the boiler or its accessories.  
Proper steam piping practices must be followed at all  
times. Maintain proper clearances between piping and  
combustible material.  
Supply outlet must run full size from boiler to a header at  
least 24" above top of boiler. Condensate return piping  
should be connected to boiler through a "Hartford Loop."  
Install gate valves in supply and return.  
The supply and return lines should be equipped with  
drain cocks to drain sediment and sludge from lowest  
points of boiler.  
STEAM  
SUPPLY  
GATE VALVE  
SUPPLY  
TAPPING  
3" NPT  
MUST BE CLOSE  
NIPPLE  
24" MIN.  
HARTFORD  
LOOP  
RETURN  
TAPPING  
2" NPT  
GATE  
VALVE  
WATER LINE  
C/L OF HARTFORD  
LOOP TO BE 2"  
BELOW WATER  
LINE  
23-1/4"  
DRAIN  
COCKS  
FIGURE 2.3  
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STEP 3: INSTALLING HYDRONIC COMPONENTS  
A low-water cutoff must be installed to protect the unit  
from dry-fire.  
PRESSURE  
RELIEF VALVE  
Screw extension nipple into 3/4" tapping on top of the  
absorption unit and install relief valve into top of nipple  
with the spindle in the vertical position (i.e., with the  
valve discharge in the horizontal)(See Figure 2.4).  
WARNING: No Valve of any type may be installed  
between the boiler and the relief valve to prevent  
accidental explosion from overpressure.  
Most localities require the discharge piping to terminate  
within 6" of the floor. Check local code requirements if in  
doubt. Discharge piping must be of same size or larger  
than the relief valve outlet and should be run as short  
and straight as possible. Elbows in the discharge piping  
should be placed as close to the valve as possible. If  
valve discharge is to be drained away, the discharge  
piping must not be hard-piped to the drain piping (i.e.,  
an open funnel or similar arrangement must be used).  
PRESSURE RELIEF  
VALVE DISCHARGE  
PIPING  
FIGURE 2.4  
CAUTION: Piping must be installed from the relief  
valve discharge so there will be no danger of  
scalding personnel.  
STEP 4: VENTING BOILER  
DANGER: Drafthood, vent outlet and vent damper as  
supplied must not be altered in any was as proper  
boiler operation would be jeopardized. Flame  
rollout, fire or carbon monoxide poisoning will  
result.  
INSTALL  
SWITCH  
IN OPENING  
ON DRAFTHOOD  
INSTALL  
MOUNTING  
BRACKET  
CONNECT  
WIRE  
LEADS  
ON DRAFTHOOD  
Install draft hood on boiler. If the draft hood shroud has a  
hole near the relief opening for installing a spill switch,  
mount draft hood so the hole faces to the front of the  
boiler. Spill switches are provided on Model GB250-5L,  
GB250-5H, and GB250-6 boilers.  
Applicable boiler is equipped with a factory-mounted  
spill switch harness/mounting bracket assembly; spill  
switch is provided in plastic bag. See Figure 2.5. Install  
mounting bracket on outside surface of draft hood  
shroud with screws provided (HARNESS MUST BE ON  
OUTSIDE OF SHROUD). Install spill switch in hole in  
shroud (on outside surface) with screws provided. Plug  
wiring leads from harness/bracket assembly onto flat  
terminals on spill switch.  
FIGURE 2.5  
If vent damper is supplied with boiler, it must be installed  
between the top of the draft hood and the flue pipe. See  
Installing The Vent Damperinstructions.  
Connect draft hood to chimney or Class B vent. Flue  
pipe must be same diameter as the draft hood outlet.  
NOTE: Boiler will not operate unless wiring leads to  
spill switch are connected.  
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The flue or vent connectors must be installed flush with  
the inside chimney liner surface and sealed in place with  
furnace cement. Horizontal portions of the single wall  
and type B venting systems shall be supported by use  
of strap hangers or their equivalent. Vent supports  
should be placed a maximum of 15-feet apart and as  
required to prevent sagging. The vent connectors shall  
be pitched 1/4" per foot upwards towards the chimney or  
vent termination.  
Remove hairpin shipping clip which holds damper blade  
in closed position and observe that damper blade  
rotates slowly to open position. Do not force it closed as  
it may damage the gear train and void the warranty. The  
blade should move freely and without obstruction.  
Secure the vent damper housing to the drafthood outlet  
with sheet metal screws or pop rivets. Refer to Figure  
2.8 for fastener locations. Install flue pipe over top of  
vent damper and secure to damper housing with sheet  
metal screws or pop rivets.  
DANGER: Only the boiler may be served by the vent  
damper. Do not attempt to use it to vent an  
additional appliance. This will cause fire or carbon  
monoxide poisoning.  
Attach vent damper cable to cable clamp on boiler left  
panel and join the Molex connector (see Figure 2.6 or  
Figure 2.6A).  
Installing Vent Damper  
The vent damper must be mounted directly on top of the  
draft hood.  
FLOW DIRECTION  
ARROW POINTS UP  
Locate the motor on the front side and position the cable  
so that it does not touch the metal surface of the  
drafthood (see Figure 2.6). If necessary, turn angle  
connector on vent damper upward until cable clears;  
tighten locknut to secure.The direction of the flow arrow  
imprinted on the vent damper must point upward. The  
damper position indicator, which is located on the side  
of the vent damper opposite the motor, must be visible.  
MAKE SURE  
MOTOR IS  
LOCATED ON  
FRONT SIDE  
MOUNT VENT  
DAMPER OVER  
DRAFTHOOD  
FIGURE 2.7  
CAUTION: A minimum of 6" between vent damper  
and combustible materials must be maintained. The  
vent damper must be accessible for servicing and  
checking position indicator.  
PRESSURE  
PRESSURE  
VENT DAMPER  
CONTROL  
VENT DAMPER  
CONTROL  
DRAFTHOOD  
THERMOSTAT  
DRAFTHOOD  
THERMOSTAT  
CONNECTION  
CONNECTION  
CABLE  
CABLE  
BRACKET  
BRACKET  
TRANSFORMER  
PILOT CONTROL  
TRANSFORMER  
GAS VALVE  
THERMOSTAT CONNECTION  
THERMOSTAT CONNECTION  
FIGURE 2.6: Vent Damper Installation for Intermittent Pilot  
FIGURE 2.6A: Vent Damper Installation for Standing Pilot  
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of the largest flue plus 50% of the areas of the additional flue  
or vent connectors.  
ATTACH LOWER  
PORTION OF  
VENT DAMPER  
TO DRAFTHOOD  
OUTLET WITH 1/2"  
OR SHORTER  
SCREWS OR  
When an existing boiler is removed from a common venting  
system, common venting system is likely to be too large for  
proper venting of appliances remaining connected to it. At time  
of removal of existing boiler, following steps shall be followed  
with each appliance remaining connected to the common  
venting system placed in operation, while other appliances  
remaining connected to common venting system are not in  
operation:  
POP RIVETS  
1. Seal all unused openings in common venting system.  
2. Visually inspect the venting system for proper size and  
horizontal pitch and determine there is no blockage or  
restriction, leakage, corrosion and other deficiencies which  
could cause an unsafe condition.  
FIGURE 2.8  
PROCEDURE C: Install flue pipe between vent  
damper and chimney (6" minimum clearance  
required between flue pipe and combustibles).  
3. Insofar as is practical, close all building doors and windows  
and all doors between the space in which the appliances  
remaining connected to the common venting system are  
located and other spaces of the building. Turn on clothes  
dryers and any appliance not connected to the common  
venting system. Turn on any exhaust fans, such as range  
hoods and bathroom exhausts, so they will operate at  
maximum speed. Do not operate a summer exhaust fan. Close  
fireplace dampers.  
USE VENT SUPPORT(S) AS REQUIRED TO PREVENT SAGGING  
MAXIMUM  
6 FT.  
APART  
SINGLE WALL  
OR TYPE B  
FLUE PIPE  
4. Place in operation the appliance being inspected. Follow the  
lighting instructions. Adjust thermostat so appliance will  
operate continuously.  
PITCH 1/4" PER FOOT  
5. Test for spillage at draft hood relief opening after 5 minutes  
of main burner operation. Use the flame of a match or candle,  
or smoke from cigarette, cigar or pipe.  
6. After it has been determined that each appliance remaining  
connected to common venting system properly vents when  
tested as outlined above, return doors, windows, exhaust fans,  
fireplace dampers and any other gas burning appliance to  
previous conditions of use.  
SECURE  
FLUE PIPE  
TO VENT  
DAMPER  
INSTALL  
FLUSH  
WITH  
CHIMNEY  
LINER  
SEAL  
WITH  
FURNACE  
CEMENT  
7. Any improper operation of the common venting system  
should be corrected so installation conforms with the National  
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1-latest edition. When resizing any  
portion of the common venting system, the common venting  
system should be resized to approach the minimum size as  
determined using the appropriate tables in Appendix G in the  
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1-latest edition. For  
Canada, the provisions of CAN/CGA B149(.1 or .2) shall apply.  
ADDITIONAL CHIMNEY REQUIREMENTS: Chimney  
condition is of paramount importance for a safe and efficient  
boiler installation. All installations must include a chimney  
inspection by a qualified individual or agency. Chimney  
construction materials must be compatible with the fuel being  
used.  
FIGURE 2.9  
ADDITIONAL VENTING REQUIREMENTS: When connecting  
to gas vents or chimneys, vent installations shall be in  
accordance with Part 7, Venting of Equipment, of the National  
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1-latest edition, or applicable  
provisions of the local building codes.  
Particular attention should be paid on all oil-to-gas  
conversions.Soot may have accumulated in chimney and/or  
degraded chimney liner. Most utilities require complete  
chimney cleaning. Others may require installation of new liner,  
spill switches or other chimney upgrades. Check with local  
Vent connectors serving appliances vented by natural draft  
shall not be connected into any portion of mechanical draft  
systems operating under positive pressure.  
utility for required safety precautions.  
DANGER: A chimney which does not meet modern  
safety standards will result in a fire or deadly carbon  
monoxide poisoning of the building residents.  
When two or more appliances vent into a common flue, the  
area of the common flue should be at least equal to the area  
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STEP 5: INSTALLING & TESTING GAS PIPING  
Connect the gas piping from the meter to the boiler  
Install a full-sized sediment trap at the low point in gas  
line upstream of gas valve. Install a non-restrictive  
lubricated plug valve in the gas line close to the boiler.  
Install a ground joint union at the gas valve inlet to allow  
for servicing. Check local codes and utilities for any  
special requirements and procedures.  
using a pipe size which will result in a pressure drop of  
less than 0.3" W.C. for natural gas or 0.5" W.C. for  
propane. See Figure 2.10 for the appropriate gas pipe  
sizing and example.  
Good piping practices should be followed at all times.  
See Figure 2.11 for a typical gas piping arrangement. All  
piping must be supported by hangers, not by the boiler  
or its accessories.  
Pipe joint compound (pipe dope) must be compatible  
with the fuel (natural gas or propane) being used.  
Maximum Capacity of Pipe in Cubic Feet of Natural Gas per Hour for Gas Pressures of  
0.5 Psig or Less and a Pressure Drop of 0.3 Inch Water Column  
(Based on a 0.60 Specific Gravity Gas)  
Nominal  
Iron Pipe  
Size,  
Length of Pipe, Feet  
Internal  
Diameter,  
Inches  
90  
100  
125  
175  
150  
200  
10  
20  
30  
40  
50  
60  
70  
80  
Inches  
1/4"  
3/8"  
1/2"  
3/4"  
1"  
1-1/4"  
1-1/2"  
2"  
22  
49  
92  
18  
40  
73  
32  
72  
15  
34  
63  
14  
30  
56  
12  
27  
11  
25  
46  
96  
11  
23  
10  
22  
40  
84  
9
21  
38  
79  
8
18  
34  
72  
130  
275  
410  
8
17  
7
15  
28  
59  
6
14  
26  
55  
.326  
.493  
.622  
.824  
1.049  
1.380  
1.610  
2.067  
2.469  
3.026  
4.026  
132  
50  
43  
31  
278  
520  
1,050  
1,600  
3,050  
4,800  
8,500  
130 115  
245 215  
500 440  
760 670  
105  
90  
170  
350  
530  
990  
64  
120  
250  
380  
710  
190 152  
350 285  
730 590  
1,100 890  
2,100 1,650  
3,300 2,700  
5,900 4,700  
195 180  
400 370  
600 560  
160 150  
320 305  
490 460  
930 870  
110 100  
225 210  
350 320  
650 610  
1,450 1,270 1,150 1,500  
780  
2-1/2"  
3"  
4"  
2,300 2,000 1,850 1,700 1,600 1,500 1,400 1,250 1,130 1,050 980  
4,100 3,600 3,250 3,000 2,800 2,600 2,500 2,200 2,000 1,850 1,700  
8,300 7,400 6,800 6,200 5,800 5,400 5,100  
17,500 12,000  
4,100 3,800 3,500  
4,500  
9,700  
Maximum Capacity of Pipe in Thousands of Btu per Hour of Undiluted Liquefied  
Petroleum Gases (at 11 Inches Water Column Inlet Pressure)  
(Based on a Pressure Drop of 0.5 Inch Water Column)  
Nominal  
Iron Pipe  
Size,  
Length of Pipe, Feet  
90  
100  
125  
150  
10  
20  
30  
40  
50  
60  
70  
80  
Inches  
275  
567  
1071  
189 152  
393 315  
732 590  
129 114  
267 237  
504 448  
103  
96  
89  
185  
346  
724  
83  
78  
69  
146  
275  
567  
866  
63  
132  
252  
511  
787  
1/2"  
3/4"  
1"  
1-1/4"  
1-1/2"  
2"  
217 196  
409 378  
834 771  
173 162  
322 307  
677 630  
2205 1496 1212 1039 937  
3307 2299 1858 1559 1417 1275 1180 1086 1023 967  
6221 4331 3465 2992 2646 2394 2205 2047 1921 1811 1606 1498  
Example: Boiler Model GB250-7 is to be installed. The distance from the existing gas meter installation site is 20 feet. What  
pipe size must be used? The local utility indicates the heating value of the natural gas being supplied is 1,000 Btu per cubic  
foot. Determine the cubic feet of gas per hour for above boiler model:  
300,000 Btu per hour  
1,000 Btu per cu. ft.  
=
300 cu. ft. per hour  
1. Find 20 ft. in the upper portion of the table for natural gas under Length of Pipe, Feet heading.  
2. Moving down the column, match the required capacity. The higher capacity is acceptable. In our case, it is 350 cu. ft.  
3. Move to the left-hand column Nominal Iron Pipe Size, Inches to read required pipe size. In our case, it is 1".  
FIGURE 2.10  
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Testing Gas Piping  
RISER TO OTHER  
APPLIANCES  
BEAM  
DANGER: Before placing gas piping into service,  
carefully test it to assure every joint is gas tight.  
Bubble test all joints with a soap solution. NEVER  
TEST WITH AN OPEN FLAME AS FIRE OR  
EXPLOSION WILL RESULT.  
PIPE CLAMP  
GAS  
MANUAL MAIN  
SHUT OFF  
VALVE  
METER  
For any pressure testing in excess of 1/2 psi, the boiler  
and its individual shutoff valve must be isolated from the  
piping system by disconnecting them and capping the  
outlet(s). For any pressure testing equal to or less than  
1/2 psi, the boiler must be isolated from the piping  
system by closing its manual shutoff valve.  
FIGURE 2.11  
UNION  
GAS  
VALVE  
Minimum pressure required at the gas valve inlet is 5"  
W.C. for natural gas and 11" W.C. for propane.  
Maximum pressure allowable at the gas valve inlet is 12"  
W.C. If the gas pressure is above these limits, a  
pressure regulator must be installed. If the gas pressure  
is below these limits, contact the local utility.  
SEDIMENT  
TRAP  
STEP 6: WIRING THE BOILER  
WARNING: Turn off electrical power supply before  
servicing. Contact with live electric components can  
cause electric shock or death.  
the primary pressuretrol when facing the front of the  
boiler). Connect wiring assemblies (provided on boiler)  
from the low water cut-off or transformer to the primary  
pressure control and from the gas valve to the  
secondary pressure control as shown in Fig. 2.12. Do  
not readjust the secondary pressuretrol; its purpose  
is to interrupt thermocouple power to the gas valve in  
case the primary pressuretrol fails to function.  
All electrical and control wiring must be installed in ac-  
cordance with the codes listed in Section 1 of this  
manual. Follow the wiring diagram for your particular  
installation as shown in Figures 2.13 through 2.18.  
GB250-8 and GB250-9 natural gas standing pilot units  
have a secondary pressuretrol (located to the right of  
FOR FIELD  
FOR FIELD  
FOR FIELD  
FOR FIELD  
CONNECTION  
TO PRIMARY  
PRESSURE  
CONTROL  
CONNECTION  
TO PRIMARY  
PRESSURE  
CONTROL  
CONNECTION  
TO SECONDARY  
PRESSURE  
CONNECTION  
TO SECONDARY  
PRESSURE  
CONTROL  
(ON THE RIGHT)  
CONTROL  
(ON THE RIGHT)  
(ON THE LEFT)  
(ON THE LEFT)  
WIRE  
ASS'Y.  
WIRE  
ASS'Y.  
WIRE  
ASS'Y.  
WIRE  
ASS'Y.  
400 SERIES  
OR M & M  
PS804 LWCO  
TRANSFORMER  
TRANSFORMER  
GAS  
VALVE  
GAS  
VALVE  
FOR BOILERS EQUIPPED WITH  
400 SERIES OR M&M PS804  
FOR BOILERS EQUIPPED WITH  
MCDONNELL-MILLER LWCO  
FIGURE 2.12  
FOR BOILERS EQUIPPED  
400 SERIES OR M & M PS804 LWCO  
FOR BOILERS EQUIPPED WITH  
MCDONNELL-MILLER LWCO  
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For vent damper-equipped models, connect thermostat  
to blue leads (see Figure 2.6).  
NOTE: Boiler transformer must not be used to  
power external accessories (i.e., zone valves,  
relays, etc.) Otherwise, transformer will be  
overloaded and burn out.  
NOTE: If any of original wire supplied with boiler  
must be replaced, use similar wire of 105° C rating.  
Otherwise, insulation may melt or degrade,  
exposing bare wire.  
FIGURE 2.14: WIRING DIAGRAM & OPERATION  
SEQUENCE FOR BOILERS EQUIPPED WITH  
STANDING PILOT & MCDONNELL-MILLER #67 LOW  
WATER CUT-OFF (GB250-8 & GB250-9, N.G.)  
FIGURE 2.13: WIRING DIAGRAM & OPERATION  
SEQUENCE FOR BOILERS WITH STANDING PILOT &  
MCDONNELL-MILLER #67 LOW WATER CUT-OFF  
(EXCEPT GB250-8 & GB250-9, N.G.)  
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FIGURE 2.14: WIRING DIAGRAM & OPERATION  
SEQUENCE FOR BOILERS EQUIPPED WITH  
STANDING PILOT, VENT DAMPER & MCDONNELL-  
MILLER #67 LOW WATER CUT-OFF (EXCEPT FOR  
GB250-8 & GB250-9, N.G.)  
FIGURE 2.13: WIRING DIAGRAM & OPERATION  
SEQUENCE FOR BOILERS EQUIPPED WITH  
INTERMITTENT PILOT, VENT DAMPER &  
MCDONNELL-MILLER #67 LOW WATER CUT-OFF  
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FIGURE 2.15: WIRING DIAGRAM & OPERATION  
SEQUENCE FOR BOILERS EQUIPPED WITH  
STANDING PILOT, VENT DAMPER & MCDONNELL-  
MILLER #67 LOW WATER CUT-OFF (FOR GB250-8 &  
GB250-9, N.G.)  
FIGURE 2.16: WIRING DIAGRAM & OPERATION  
SEQUENCE FOR BOILERS EQUIPPED WITH  
INTERMITTENT PILOT, VENT DAMPER & 400  
SERIES LWCO  
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FIGURE 2.17: WIRING DIAGRAM & OPERATION  
SEQUENCE FOR BOILERS EQUIPPED WITH  
STANDING PILOT, VENT DAMPER & 400 SERIES  
LWCO (EXCEPT FOR GB-250-8 & 9)  
FIGURE 2.18: WIRING DIAGRAM & OPERATION  
SEQUENCE FOR BOILERS EQUIPPED WITH  
STANDING PILOT, VENT DAMPER & 400 SERIES  
LWCO (GB250-8 & 9 ONLY)  
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SECTION 3: START-UP & OPERATION  
SEQUENCE OF OPERATION  
PRIOR TO START-UP  
For sequence of operation of the particular boiler being  
installed, refer to Figures 2.13 through 2.18 in Section 2  
of this manual.  
Fill system with water until the water level indicator  
(sight glass) is approximately 2/3 full. This water level is  
23" from the surface on which the boiler sits.  
Spill and rollout switches are mounted on Model  
GB250-5L, GB250-5H, and GB250-6 boilers.  
SYSTEM START-UP & ADJUSTMENTS  
Safe lighting and other performance criteria were met  
with the gas manifold and control assembly provided on  
the boiler when the boiler underwent tests specified in  
ANSI Z21.13.  
For boilers with a spill switch, the switch detects the  
escape of combustion products through the draft  
diverter relief opening and interrupts the power to the  
gas valve preventing unsafe boiler operation. Escape of  
flue products could be caused by a blocked or collapsed  
chimney or inadequate chimney draft. This is a manual  
reset-type device and can be reactivated by depressing  
the spill switch reset button mounted on the left of the  
boilers draft hood (see Figure 2.1 for switch location).  
WARNING: Keep boiler area clear and free from  
combustible materials, gasoline and other  
flammable vapors and liquids. Otherwise fire or  
explosion may result.  
1. Check combination gas valve on boiler and make  
sure it is in the OFF position.  
For boilers with a flame rollout switch, the switch  
prevents flame rollout from the boiler combustion  
chamber, caused by blocked boiler flue passageways,  
by interrupting power to the gas valve to prevent unsafe  
boiler operation. This is a manual reset-type device and  
can be reactivated by depressing the rollout switch reset  
button mounted on the lower front jacket panel. Flue  
passages must be inspected by a qualified installer if  
this problem occurs, prior to resetting the button.  
2. For vent damper-equipped models, with the  
thermostat set to call for heat, observe that vent damper  
position indicator rotates to the open position. Damper  
must be in the open position when appliance main  
burner is operating.  
a. After damper opens, spark should appear at the  
pilot ignition electrodes.  
b.Set thermostat to no longer call for heat. Spark  
should stop. Observe that damper position indicator  
rotates to the closed position.  
WARNING: If boiler cannot be restored to normal  
operation after re-setting of spill switch, or if flame  
rollout switch has tripped, do not attempt to put the  
boiler in operation. Immediately contact a qualified  
service professional.  
c. Set thermostat to call for heat.  
3. Light the boiler. For Model GB250 boilers with  
standing pilot see lighting instructions for Continuous  
Pilot on page 18. For Model GB250 boilers with  
intermittent pilot, see lighting instructions for Intermittent  
Pilot on page 18.  
PRESSURE  
CONTROL  
PRESSURE  
RELIEF VALVE  
4. Observe pilot and main burner flame (see Figure 3.2).  
All burner ports should be ignited and burn with a  
steady blue flame.  
PRESSURE  
GAUGE  
FIGURE 3.2  
Q3451B  
Q314A/Q309A  
CONSTANT PILOT  
MODELS  
WATER  
LEVEL  
INDICATOR  
INTERMITTENT  
IGNITION PILOT  
MODELS  
NORMAL PILOT FLAME  
GAS VALVE  
NORMAL  
(HARD FLAME) (TOO MUCH AIR)  
LIFTING  
YELLOW  
TIPPING  
(MARGINAL) (TOO LITTLE AIR)  
YELLOW  
FLAME  
FIGURE 3.1  
MAIN BURNER FLAMES  
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CAUTION: Never leave the job with yellow burning Canada. Occasionally, however, local gas  
flames. This condition indicated poor combustion characteristics may not allow unit to be properly  
and will quickly carbonize the boiler, reducing adjusted for input. If this is the case, local utility or  
efficiency and boiler life. It may also be an indication Smith may recommend orifices be changed. When  
of improper venting or combustion air supply. If changing orifices follow the procedures detailed in  
unable to adjust flame properly, consult your local Section 4 of this manual.  
utility.  
9. Start and stop burners several times by raising and  
5. Boilers are shipped from the factory with the primary air  
shutters on the main burner wide open. It is  
recommended these air shutters be left in the wide open  
position unless there is lifting of the flame above the  
burner ports. If there is lifting, the air shutters should be  
gradually closed until the lifting is eliminated. it may also  
be necessary to adjust the primary air shutters if the input  
rate is reduced by a change in the orifices.  
lowering the thermostat setting.  
10. After boiler has been firing long enough to raise  
boiler pressure above minimum setting of the primary  
pressuretol limit, check limit by turning its setting from  
maximum to minimum setting. This should turn boiler  
off. Return limit to desired setting. GB250-8 and  
GB250-9 also have a secondary pressuretrol (located to  
the right of the primary pressuretrol when facing the  
front of the boiler). DO NOT READJUST THE  
SECONDARY PRESSURETROL (it is factory-set and  
sealed at 15 psig).  
6. After burner has been in operation for about 10  
minutes, check gas input rate to boiler as follows:  
a. Make sure all appliances served by the meter are  
turned off during timing of gas input rate to the boiler.  
b. Measure the time in seconds that it takes for the  
boiler to use 10 cubic feet of gas. Divide 36,000 by the  
number of seconds (this is the number of cubic feet of  
gas used per hour). Multiply this figure by the heating  
value of the gas to obtain Btu input per hour.  
11. Check boiler safety shutoff controls.  
a. For boilers with standing pilot, with boiler firing,  
disconnect thermocouple lead from the valve. The  
valve should close.  
b. For boilers with intermittent pilot, with boiler firing,  
disconnect wire connected to the "PV" terminal on the  
Honeywell S8600 control. The gas valve should  
close.  
Example: A GB250-7 boiler takes 2 minutes to use 10  
cubic feet of natural gas. The local utility indicated the  
heating value of the natural gas being supplied is 1000  
Btu/cu ft. Therefore:  
12. On initial start-up and prior to each heating season,  
boiler must be cleaned (see "Steam Boiler Cleaning  
Instructions" in Section 4 of this manual).  
2 minutes = 120 seconds.  
36,000  
120  
X 1000 = 300,000 Btu/hr  
Therefore, the boiler input is correct.  
NOTE: Before calculating the input of the heating  
equipment, obtain the heating value of the gas from  
the local utility.  
7. If input needs to be corrected, adjust combination gas  
valve pressure regulator. (Regulator is factory set at 3-  
1/2" W.C. for natural gas and 10" W.C. for propane.) Turn  
adjusting screw clockwise to increase gas flow (increase  
input). Turn adjusting screw counterclockwise to decrease  
gas flow (decrease input). In no case should final manifold  
pressure setting vary more than + .3" from factory-set  
pressures. If rated input cannot be obtained with  
adjustment, gas supply pressure or orifice size may be  
cause. Consult local utility and Smith.  
8. Gas burner orifices supplied with boiler have been  
carefully designed to provide correct gas input rate for  
most gas conditions typically found in the U.S. and  
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WARNING:  
If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result with property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.  
A. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance  
area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some  
gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.  
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS  
B. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control  
knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not push in or turn by  
hand, don't try to repair it; call a qualified service technician.  
Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion.  
Do not try to light any appliance.  
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any  
phone in your building.  
C. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water.  
Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the  
appliance and to replace any part of the control system and  
any gas control which has been under water.  
Follow the gas supplier's instructions.  
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire  
department.  
LIGHTING CONTINUOUS PILOT INSTRUCTIONS  
Standing Pilot Honeywell VR8300 and White Rodgers 36C04 - Natural or Propane Gas  
This appliance has a pilot which must be lit by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.  
1. STOP! Read the safety information on this page.  
2. Set the thermostat to lowest setting.  
9. Push down and hold the red button. Immediately light the  
pilot with a match.  
3. Turn off all electric power to the appliance.  
4. Turn gas control knob clockwise to "OFF".  
(For WR-36C04) Push in gas control slightly and turn  
clockwise to "OFF" unless knob is pushed in slightly. Do not  
force.  
5. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then smell for  
gas, including near the floor. If you then smell gas, STOP!  
Follow "A" in the safety information above. If you don't smell  
gas, go to the next step.  
Continue to hold the red button down for about one (1) minute  
after the pilot is lit.  
Release button and it will pop back up. Pilot should remain lit.  
If it goes out, repeat steps 4 through 9.  
If button does not pop up when released, stop  
immediately and call your service technician or gas supplier.  
If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, turn the gas  
control knob to "OFF" and call your service technician or gas  
supplier.  
6. Remove the base door covering the top of the burners  
and enclosing the pilot.  
7. Find pilot - Follow metal tube from gas control. The pilot  
is between the central burner tubes behind the base door.  
8. Turn knob on gas control counterclockwise to "Pilot".  
10. Replace the base door.  
11. Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to "ON".  
12. Turn on all electric power to the appliance.  
13. Set thermostat to desired setting.  
INLET  
OFF  
GAS  
GAS  
ON  
ON  
OFF  
INLET  
PILOT  
GAS CONTROL KNOB  
GAS CONTROL KNOB  
SHOWN IN "OFF" POSITION  
SHOWN IN "ON" POSITION  
RESET BUTTON  
Honeywell VR8300  
WR-36C04  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Intermittent Ignition White Rodgers 36C74/Honeywell VR8304  
1. STOP! Read the safety information on this page.  
2. Set the thermostat to lowest setting.  
3. Turn off all electric power to the appliance.  
4. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device  
which automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light the  
pilot by hand.  
INLET  
GAS  
OFF  
ON  
5. Turn gas control knob clockwise to "OFF".  
6. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then  
smell for gas, including near the floor. If you then smell  
gas, STOP! Follow "A" in the safety information on page  
18. If you don't smell gas, go to next step.  
7. Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to "ON".  
8. Turn on all electric power to the appliance.  
9. Set the thermostat to the desired setting.  
10. If the appliance will not operate, follow the instructions "To  
Turn Off Appliance" and call your service technician or  
gas supplier.  
GAS CONTROL KNOB  
SHOWN IN "ON" POSITION  
WR-36C74  
INLET  
GAS  
ON  
OFF  
GAS CONTROL KNOB  
SHOWN IN "OFF" POSITION  
Honeywell VR8304  
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TO TURN OFF APPLIANCE  
1. Set the thermostat to lowest setting.  
2. Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed.  
3. Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to "OFF". Do not force.  
SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE  
This boiler has been designed to provide years of  
trouble free performance in normal installations.  
Examination by the homeowner at the beginning of each  
heating season, and in mid-heating season, should  
assure continued good performance. In addition, the  
boiler should be examined by a qualified service  
professional at least once every year.  
3. Check and clean burner assembly. Remove burner  
access panel. Lift burners up and to rear until burners  
are disengaged from orifices. Brush top of burners with  
soft bristle brush and blow out with air or vacuum.  
4. Check gas manifold for proper position and  
reassemble burners to the manifold. Line up holes in  
burners with the orifices, and slide assembly back into  
position. BE SURE TO REINSTALL BURNERS WITH  
BURNER PORTS ON THE TOP SURFACE (UPRIGHT).  
DANGER:To avoid fire and explosion hazards: Do  
not store anything against the boiler or allow dirt or  
debris to accumulate in the area immediately  
surrounding the boiler. Keep boiler area clear and  
free from combustible materials, gasoline and other  
flammable vapors and liquids. Lint, paper or rags  
must not be allowed to accumulate near the burners.  
Do not place clothing on boiler to dry.  
5. When a low water cut-off has been utilized, follow the  
manufacturers maintenance instructions. As a  
minimum, test the operation of electronic controls at  
least once a year. Remove, clean and inspect the probe.  
If the LWCO fails to operate properly it must be  
replaced. Float type controls should be flushed once a  
month during the heating season.  
NOTE: Do not draw water from heating system for  
cleaning. Minerals in the water can build up on the  
heat transfer surfaces and cause overheating and  
subsequent failure of the cast iron sections.  
6. Follow "System Start-Up & Adjustments" procedures  
in Section 3 of this manual.  
NOTE: Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and  
ventilation air.  
Steam Boiler Cleaning Instructions  
The following procedures must be followed on initial  
start-up and if the presence of sediment, sludge or  
impurities hamper proper boiler operations.  
NOTE: If boiler is equipped with a low water cutoff,  
follow manufacturer's maintenance instructions.  
1. With gate valves closed on supply and return lines,  
start burner and allow boiler to become pressurized so  
that the pressuretrol may be adjusted and set for limit  
cut-off desired (normally about 3 psi). Turn off burner  
and allow pressure to drop to 0 psi., then proceed with  
the following cleaning procedure.  
BEFORE EACH HEATING SEASON  
1. Remove and inspect draft hood and vent piping  
(connecting draft hood to chimney or vent) for  
obstructions, soot accumulation, rust or corrosion. Clean  
and replace as necessary. Check tightness of joints;  
seal all joints where necessary.  
2. Remove the pressure relief valve.  
2. Check boiler flue passageways in the boiler sections  
for any blockage or soot accumulation. Remove draft  
hood, jacket top and flue collector. Using a flashlight,  
examine all flue passageways.  
3. Add caustic soda (lewis lye) through this opening at  
the rate of one pound per thousand square feet of  
radiation capacity. Scout, Squirk or similar steam boiler  
cleaners may be used instead of lye. Trisodium  
phosphate (1/4#) is also an excellent cleaner.  
a. If passageways are free of soot and obstructions,  
replace flue collector and seal with furnace cement.  
4. Provide pipe connection (full size) from pressure relief  
valve opening to a convenient drain to serve as a vent.  
b. If passageways need cleaning, remove burners as  
described in paragraph 3 below. Insert long-handle  
bristle flue brush down between section tubes and  
upward through sections from combustion chamber in  
both diagonal directions to remove carbon from  
finned surfaces. Vacuum debris. Replace flue  
collector and seal with furnace cement.  
5. Fill the boiler with a manual fill valve until water starts  
to trickle from this pipe.  
6. Fireboiler at sufficient rate to generate and maintain  
steam. Entrained water and impurities will then discharge  
(with steam) from open vent. Add water as necessary so  
that the low water cutoff does not shut off burner.  
c. Reinstall jacket top panel and draft hood.  
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7. Continue this process for a minimum of one hour.  
The process should continue until the steam is dry (no  
water coming from the vent when the water in the gauge  
glass is at a normal level, approximately 2/3 full). The  
time required could vary up to 3 hours.  
HEATING SYSTEM PROBLEMS & CAUSES  
No Heat  
1. Blown fuse or circuit breaker.  
2. Switch turned off.  
3. Pilot outage  
4. IID system malfunction.  
5. Flue damper not open.  
6. Water level too low.  
8. Turn burner to off position. While boiler is still hot,  
drain completely through boiler drain. Make sure that all  
low points in the return line are also completely drained.  
These areas could trap chemicals and dirt.  
Insufficient Heat  
1. Incorrect thermostat anticipator setting.  
2. Low pressuretrol setting.  
3. Boiler undersized or underfired.  
4. Insufficient radiation.  
9. Close boiler drain and refill with clean untreated warm  
water. If warm water is not used, fill very slowly so as  
not to crack boiler sections. Fill until water overflows  
through vent pipe and runs clear.  
10. Completely drain boiler again.Refill with clean  
untreated water to normal level.  
Odor, Excessive Moisture In Building  
1. Leak in piping.  
2. Carbon build-up in flueways.  
3. Blocked chimney.  
11. Remove vent drain piping and reinstall pressure  
relief valve. Open gate valves on supply and return  
lines. Turn on burner. System is now ready to operate.  
Yellow Flame, Carbon Build-Up  
1. Unit overfired.  
2. Air shutter misadjustment.  
3. Wrong orifices.  
HOW TO CHANGE ORIFICES  
1. Shut off power supply and gas supply to the boiler.  
4. Burning in burner mixing tube.  
2. Remove burner access panel. Lift burners up and to  
rear until burners are disengaged from orifices.  
Noise  
1. Ignition or ignition noise due to incorrect air shutter  
adjustment.  
2. Whistle due to burr on orifices.  
3. Burner "fluting" due to air shutter opening too wide.  
3. Check orifices for proper drill size. Size is stamped  
onto the body of the brass orifice (see Figure 4.1). Size  
can also be checked by using a pin gauge.  
4. All orifices are screwed into the manifold and may be  
removed by using a 5/8" wrench or socket.  
Overheating  
1. Wrong thermostat anticipator setting.  
2. Bad thermostat location.  
3. Bad thermostat.  
5. Reverse procedures above to install orifices and  
burners. BE SURE TO REINSTALL BURNERS WITH  
BURNER PORTS ON TOP SURFACE (UPRIGHT).  
FIGURE 4.1  
Boiler  
Model  
GB250-5L GB250-5H GB250-6 GB250-7 GB250-8 GB250-9  
(1) Nat. Gas  
Drill Size  
34  
52  
32  
50  
31  
50  
33  
51  
32  
51  
32  
50  
(2) Prop. Gas  
Drill Size  
CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper  
and dangerous operation.  
Verify proper operation after servicing.  
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MODEL GB250  
SERIES  
REPLACEMENT  
PARTS LIST  
ORDERING INFORMATION  
When ordering replacement parts, provide  
the model and serial number shown on the  
unit rating plate as well as the part number  
and name as shown in the parts list. Parts  
may be obtained from your local Smith  
heating contractor.  
REF  
GB250 GB250 GB250 GB250 GB250 GB250  
NO.  
NAME OF PART  
PART NO.  
-5L  
-5H  
-6  
-7  
-8  
-9  
1
Jacket - Complete  
Jacket - Complete  
Jacket - Complete  
Jacket - Complete  
Jacket - Complete  
Base Pan  
Base Pan  
Base Pan  
Base Pan  
Base Pan  
Burner - N.G./L.P.  
Burner w/Pilot Bracket - N.G./L.P.  
Base Door Ass'y  
Base Door Ass'y  
Base Door Ass'y  
Base Door Ass'y  
Base Door Ass'y  
Manifold  
Manifold  
Manifold  
Manifold  
Manifold  
59226  
59227  
59228  
59229  
59230  
59058  
59059  
59060  
59061  
59062  
59089  
59091  
59094  
59095  
59096  
59097  
59098  
63276  
59123  
63278  
59125  
59126  
59141  
59142  
59143  
59144  
59150  
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
9
1
3
4
5
5
1
1
5
1
1
6
1
7
1
8
1
1
1
1
1
1
9
1
1
1
6
6
1
9
9
1
11  
Burner Orifice - No. 31 (N.G.)  
Burner Orifice - No. 32 (N.G.)  
Burner Orifice - No. 33 (N.G.)  
Burner Orifice - No. 34 (N.G.)  
Burner Orifice - No. 52 (L.P.)  
5
5
10  
8
8
5
5
10  
21  
REF  
NO.  
GB250 GB250 GB250 GB250 GB250 GB250  
NAME OF PART  
PART NO.  
-5L  
-5H  
-6  
-7  
-8  
-9  
13  
14  
15  
16  
Section, Rear  
Section, Intermediate  
3672  
3671  
3670  
1
3
1
1
1
3
1
1
1
4
1
1
5
1
1
6
1
1
7
1
Section, Front (No Coll Opening)  
Heat Exchanger/Assembled Block  
Heat Exchanger/Assembled Block  
Heat Exchanger/Assembled Block  
Heat Exchanger/Assembled Block  
Heat Exchanger/Assembled Block  
Port Seal - 5"  
72403  
72404  
72405  
72406  
72407  
60306  
59168  
61547  
50090  
61684  
50493  
60268  
59199  
61980  
59204  
59205  
59206  
59207  
59208  
59216  
59217  
59218  
59219  
60178  
40440  
1
1
1
1
8
8
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
17  
18  
19  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
4
4
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
4
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
5
5
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
6
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
7
7
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
Port Seal - 2"  
Pipe Plug 2" Sq. Hd.  
Low Water Cut-Off (CG400)  
Pigtail - 1/4" (CG400)  
Pressuretrol (PA404A)  
Press. Gauge (0-15 P.S.I.)  
Water Gauge  
Pressure Relief Valve - 15 P.S.I.  
Flue Collector  
Flue Collector  
Flue Collector  
Flue Collector  
Flue Collector  
Draft Hood - 7" For Spill Switch*  
Draft Hood - 8" For Spill Switch*  
Draft Hood - 8"  
1
1
1
1
29  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Draft Hood - 9"  
1
1
1
1
31  
Junction Box - 4"" x 4"""  
Silicone Sealant 11 oz.  
3/8" Fiberglass Rope - 5 Ft.  
Block to Base Seal"  
Vent Damper - 7" w/Harness Ass'y  
Vent Damper - 8" w/Harness Ass'y  
Vent Damper - 9" w/Harness Ass'y  
Cable Bracket  
60024  
32  
69496  
69497  
69498  
59270  
59273  
59274  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
33  
34  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Manual Reset Spill Switch  
Manual Reset Rollout Switch  
Standing Pilot  
6
Pilot Ass'y N.G. - Q314-3679  
Pilot Ass'y N.G. - Q314-3679  
Pilot Ass'y N.G. - Q314-3679  
Pilot Ass'y N.G. - Q314-3679  
Pilot Ass'y N.P. - Q314-3679  
Pilot Ass'y L.P. - Q314-3679  
Pilot Ass'y L.P. - Q314-3679  
Pilot Ass'y L.P. - Q314-3679  
Thermocouple K16RA-36D  
Thermocouple K16RA-48D  
Gas Valve - N.G. VR8300C-4043  
Gas Valve - N.G. WR36C04-439  
Gas Valve - L.P. VR8300C-4035  
Transformer - 120/24V 43VA  
72366  
70004  
72367  
72368  
72369  
72372  
70007  
72373  
51006  
59111  
59131  
59132  
59133  
50172  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
N/A  
1
N/A  
1
7
1
1
1
1
1
1
10  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
30  
1
1
22  
REF  
NO.  
GB250 GB250 GB250 GB250 GB250 GB250  
NAME OF PART  
PART NO.  
-5L  
-5H  
-6  
-7  
-8  
-9  
Honeywell Intermittent Pilot System  
Pilot Ass'y N.G. - Q3451B-1103  
Pilot Ass'y N.G. - Q3451B-1103  
Pilot Ass'y N.G. - Q3451B-1103  
Pilot Ass'y N.G. - Q3451B-1103  
Pilot Ass'y N.G. - Q3451B-1103  
Pilot Ass'y L.P. - Q3451B-1103  
Pilot Ass'y L.P. - Q3451B-1103  
Pilot Ass'y L.P. - Q3451B-1103  
Gas Valve - N.G. VR8304P-4332  
Gas Valve - L.P. VR8304P-3340  
Gas Valve - L.P VR8304P-4330  
Ignition Control S8600M-1013  
Ignition Cable - 36" Lg.  
6
72354  
70003  
72355  
72356  
72357  
72360  
72361  
70008  
59136  
59137  
59138  
51177  
59308  
50172  
1
1
1
1
1
1
N/A  
1
1
1
1
1
N/A  
1
1
1
1
10  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
30  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Transformer - 120/24 1006 43VA  
23  
JACKET ASSEMBLY  
1
32  
29  
27  
33  
28  
34  
24  
25  
23  
22  
17  
26  
18  
13  
19  
14  
15  
16  
5
31  
6
30  
7
2
4
3
10  
9
11  
24  
WARNING  
Any appliance that burns natural gas, propane gas, fuel oil, wood or coal is capable of producing carbon monoxide (CO).  
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a gas which is odorless, colorless and tasteless but is very toxic.  
If your Smith boiler is not working properly, or is not vented properly, dangerous levels of CO may accumulate. CO is lighter  
than air and thus may travel throughout the building. Brief exposure to high concentrations of CO, or prolonged exposure  
to lesser amounts of CO, may result in carbon monoxide poisoning.  
Exposure can be fatal and exposure to high concentrations may result in the sudden onset of symptoms including  
unconsciousness.  
Symptoms of CO poisoning include:  
dizziness  
headaches  
nausea  
vision problems  
loss of muscle control  
weakness  
shortness of breath  
unclear thinking  
unconsciousness  
The symptoms of CO poisoning are often confused with those of influenza, and the highest incidence of poisoning occurs at  
the onset of cold weather or during flu season. A victim may not experience any symptoms, only one symptom or a few  
symptoms. Suspect the presence of carbon monoxide if symptoms tend to disappear when you leave your home.  
The following signs may indicate the presence of carbon monoxide:  
Hot gases from appliance, venting system, pipes, or chimney escaping into the living space.  
Flames coming out around the appliance.  
Yellow colored flames in the appliance.  
Stale or smelly air.  
The presence of soot or carbon in or around the appliance.  
Very high unexplained humidity inside the building.  
If any of the symptoms CO poisoning occur, or if any of the signs of carbon monoxide are present, vacate the premises  
immediately and contact a qualfied heating service company, the gas company or the fire department.  
To reduce the risk of CO poisoning, have your heating system tuned upby a licensed heating contractor or the gas company  
- preferably before each heating season. Also have the service company check your chimney or vent pipes for blockage. Your  
home should also be adequately ventilated, particularly if you have insulated your home.  
Only qualified, licensed service contractors should perform work on your Smith Boiler.  
WARNING  
Install, operate and maintain unit in accordance with manufacturers instructions to avoid exposure to fuel substances or  
substances from incomplete combustion which can cause death or serious illness. The State of California has determined that  
these substances may cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Also, install and service this product to avoid  
exposure to airborne particles of glasswool fibers and/or ceramic fibers known to the State of California to cause cancer  
through inhalation.  
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WESTCAST, INC.  
260 NORTH ELM STREET WESTFIELD, MA 01085  
TEL. (413) 562-9631 FAX (413) 562-3799  

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