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Second shutoff for boiler on stairs?
ChrisJ
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So my wife accidently shut the boiler off again instead of the basement lights. This has only happened a few times but it is really annoying.
I want to remove the switch and put a blank plate but I want to make sure Its not violating code if I do. I recall a few saying having the switch there for a gas burner may actually be against code in some areas but I want to make sure I am remembering correctly. I of course have a shutoff right on the side of the boiler.\
I want to remove the switch and put a blank plate but I want to make sure Its not violating code if I do. I recall a few saying having the switch there for a gas burner may actually be against code in some areas but I want to make sure I am remembering correctly. I of course have a shutoff right on the side of the boiler.\
Single pipe 392sqft system with an EG-40 rated for 325sqft and it's silent and balanced at all times.
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Thank you for responding.
I'm glad to see it isn't required and I may also consider just using the switch guard as it would allow me to shut it off if I want to without going down the stairs.
The good news is I only saw 6 oz PSI during a 6 degree recovery with a 20F ambient and now the house is nice and warm. Did I ever mention how much I love steam heat?Single pipe 392sqft system with an EG-40 rated for 325sqft and it's silent and balanced at all times.
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It's required for gas where I live.
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A 1" 2 hole EMT strap (electric conduit/tubing) fits the screw spacing pretty well for the switch cover. That is what I use for switch guards. Maybe 20 cents or less.(Might need small washers depending upon the strap hole size).0 -
I like these
since it also lets you lock the switch out:
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the switch and use the guard . It is code in many jurisdictions to have it there . better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it .You didn't get what you didn't pay for and it will never be what you thought it would .
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