02-658-9 Me. Code R. § 8

Current through 2024-44, October 30, 2024
Section 658-9-8 - Appliances
9.8.1Installation to Conform to Listing

Solid fuel burning appliances must be listed and installed in accordance with the terms of their listing.

9.8.2Manufacturer's Instructions

The manufacturer's instructions must be provided to the owner along with a copy of the 9.7.1 calculations.

9.8.3Installation to be Made by Experienced Technicians

The installation must be made by licensed technicians experienced in making such installations.

9.8.4Accessibility for Cleaning, Repair and Maintenance

The installation must be such as to provide reasonable accessibility for: cleaning heating surfaces; removing burners (multi-fuel and/or combination units); replacing motors, controls, air filters, draft regulators, chimney connectors, and other working parts; and adjusting, cleaning, and lubricating parts requiring such attention. This requirement also pertains to stoker-fired units.

9.8.5Clearance From Combustible Materials

No combustible material shall be placed adjacent to the solid fuel burning appliance with less clearance than permitted by the manufacturer, NFPA 211 or the Board's rules.

9.8.6Flammable Vapors or Gases

Solid fuel burning units shall not be installed where gasoline or any other flammable vapors or gases are likely to be present unless the unit is a sealed combustion system for which the air is taken from the outside.

9.8.7Installations in Conjunction With Oil Burning Equipment

Whenever a solid fuel appliance is installed to work in conjunction with an oil burning appliance, the wiring of the oil burning appliance must be brought into compliance with the requirements of the Board's rules before the unit is fired. The wiring update must include the following where applicable:

1. Properly rated fuse or breaker;
2. Properly rated wiring;
3. Properly installed and located emergency switch;
4. Properly installed and located thermal electric switch;
5. Properly installed and located service switch; and
6. Properly installed and located low water cut-off.

02-658 C.M.R. ch. 9, § 8