Draft Hood vs Barometric

Boiler Guy

This has been a very interesting read

I see your problems south of of "the line" are really no diferent than ours. I was going to jump in earlier when the discussion turned to replacing draft hoods with barometrics, but am glad I waited. While there used to be some negociating latitude with enforcing authorities, when it came to ensuring proper drafting, that is not the case any longer. The equipment MUST BE installed as engineered PERIOD!!. If it doesn't work -- find something that does.

I too remember the "eyeball and cigar" setup. It may not have been perfect but at least every old timer worth his salt did it. Today everyone is in too much of a hurry to take the time required. Most ASSUME (that word) the manufacturer engineered and set the equipment up at the factory and nothing further is required on field startup. NOT!!
While some of the old time finesse has been taken out of the equation when it comes to set up - the requirement to accurately check and adjust the parameters has become even more critical. In my area it is estimated only 1-2 in ten installers/service personell own or have used combustion analyzers to set up equipment at startup. Even less use test decices during routine service.
Until it becomes mandatory, or something serious happens, this practice will continue. Consumers installing their own equipment only adds to the problem.
In my opinion this just leaves another opportunity for another level of beauracracy - something we all need!! NOT!

Unknown

Glenn if that job was near the airport in

Warwick, RI, I was involved in the final investigation of that incident. Just curiious as it sounds like the same case. If it is I can add a little more to what actually happended.

Mark Hunt

GEEZE BOILER GUY!!!!


Your post was AWSOME!!!!!!!!!

I have been saying this for quite some time now, "Industry police thy self, or big brother will do it for you".

Your post is 100% to the point and 100% accurate.

Nothing I could add.

Grand slam man!


Mark H

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Unknown

Not the same one

This one was out in Coventry and happened about 8 or 9 years ago if my memory is correct.

Glenn Stanton

Manager of Training

Burnham Hydronics

www.burnham.com

Mark Hunt

Someday


I'll be crazier than you Obi Wan.

Then again...........I may already be!!!!!!!

Thanks Jim.

I sleep better because of what you taught me.

I hope to see you again soon.


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Boiler Guy

Thanks Mark

Try to call 'em as I see 'em. Are you gonna make Wetstock? If so I hope to meet you.

Mad Dog

I take Jim's Class every time it comes to town

because I always pick up something new. I originally, took his class - and met Mark Hunt in the process, because I always worried about CO and wanted to learn about it. Once you get the combustion testing eqiup all you wanna do is test and learn. Mad Dog

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Mark Eatherton1

Does Vince work for

Water Furnace International?? If he does, I know of him.

Good on you Jim,

ME