Second shutoff for boiler on stairs?

ChrisJ · December 2013

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.\

Bob Harper · December 2013

disconnect switch at CAZ entry

Required for oil under NFPA 31--not required for gas.

R Mannino · December 2013

Guard?

https://www.foxelectricsupply.com/content/products/ProductDetail.asp?qsCatID=25918&qsProductNo=MUL40460

ChrisJ · December 2013

Thank you

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?

JohnNY · December 2013

It's required for gas where I live.

That's in NYC.

JUGHNE · December 2013

Switch

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).

Steamhead · December 2013

I like these

since it also lets you lock the switch out:

http://www.garvinindustries.com/locking-mechanisms/toggle-locks

Rich_49 · December 2013

Keep

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 .

Second shutoff for boiler on stairs?

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