CBEX Elite 100-800 HP

Burner Characteristics
Note that altitude correction and burner changes are required for higher altitudes which may alter dimensions,
motor hp and gas pressures. Also 50 Hz applications and low NOx options should be reviewed by the Cleaver-
Brooks authorized representative.
Fuel Connections - Gas
The local gas company should be consulted for requirements and authorization for installation and inspection of
gas supply piping. Installation of gas supply piping and venting must be in accordance with all applicable
engineering guidelines and regulatory codes. All connections made to the boiler should be arranged so that all
components remain accessible for inspection, cleaning and maintenance.
A drip leg should be installed in the supply piping before the connection to the gas pressure regulator. The drip
leg should be at least as large as the inlet fitting supplied with the boiler. Consideration must be given to both
volume and pressure requirements when choosing gas supply piping size. Refer to the boiler dimension diagram
provided by Cleaver-Brooks for the particular installation. Connections to the burner gas train should be made
with a union, so that gas train components or the burner may be easily disconnected for inspection or service.
Upon completion of the gas piping installation, the system should be checked for gas leakage and tight shutoff
of all valves.
Fuel Connections - Oil
Oil-fired burners are equipped with an oil pump, which draws fuel from a storage tank and supplies pressurized
oil to the burner nozzle(s). The burner supply oil pump has a greater capacity than the burner requires for the
maximum firing rate. Fuel not delivered to the nozzle is returned to the storage tank. A two-pipe (supply and
return) oil system is recommended for all installations. Oil lines must be sized for the burner and burner supply
oil pump capacities.
The burner supply oil pump suction should not exceed 10" Hg. If a transfer pump is used, it must have a
pumping capacity at least equal to that of the burner pump(s). Supply pressure to the burner pump should not
exceed 3 psig.
A strainer must be installed in the supply piping upstream of the burner supply pump in order to prevent entry
of foreign material into the pump, fuel control valves, or burner nozzle(s). The strainer must be sized for the
burner supply pump capacity. A strainer mesh of 150 microns (0.005") is recommended.
Install a check valve in the line to prevent draining of the oil suction line when the burner is not in operation.
Location of the check valve varies with the system, but usually it is located as close as possible to the storage
tank.
Installation of a vacuum gauge in the burner supply line between the burner oil pump and the strainer is
recommended. Regular observation and recording of the gauge indication will assist in determining when the
strainer needs servicing.
Upon completion of the oil piping installation, the system should be checked for oil or air leakage and tight
shutoff of all valves.

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Gas pressure requirements

Table 14. Model CBEX Elite, Minimum Required Gas Pressure at Entrance
to C-B Supplied Regulator/Gas Valve
BOILER HP Combination Regulator PRESSURE REQUIRED
and Gas Valve Size (in) ("WC)
100 1.5 12.5

125 1.5 20

150 1.5 27.5

200 1.5 38.5

250 2 41

300 2 55

350 2 75.5

400 2 92

500 2.5 55

600 2.5 79

700 3 80.5

800 3 105

Note: For undersized or oversized gas trains or altitudes above 700 feet, contact your local Cleaver-Brooks representative.

Table 15. CBEX altitude correction for gas

ALTITUDE (FT) CORRECTION FACTOR ALTITUDE (FT) CORRECTION FACTOR
1000 1.04 6000 1.25
2000 1.07 7000 1.3
3000 1.11 8000 1.35
4000 1.16 9000 1.4
5000 1.21 - -

To obtain minimum required gas pressure at altitudes above 700 feet, multiply the pressure by the listed factors:
Inches WC x 0.577 = oz/sq-in.
oz/sq-in x 1.732 = inches WC.
Inches WC x 0.0361 = psig.
oz/sq-in x 0.0625 = psig.
psig x 27.71 = Inches WC.
psig x 16.0 = oz/sq-in.

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Boiler Room Information

Table 17 shows typical boiler room width requirements.

Table 17. Boiler room width

BOILER 100- 150- 250- 350- 500- 700-

HP 125 200 300 400 600 800
A B
FEEDWATER
DIM. "A "86 88 92 98 102 105 TANK

DIM. "B "120 127 144 151 174 178

BOILER
NOTES: FEEDWATER
PUMP
1. Recommended Minimum Distance Between Boiler and Wall. Dimension "A" allows
for a
"clear" 42" aisle between the water column on the boiler and the wall. If space DRAIN
permits, this aisle should be widened.
TRENCH
2. Recommended Minimum Distance Between Boilers.
Dimension "B" between boilers allows for a "clear" aisle of:
42" - 100-200 HP
48" - 250-400 HP
60" - 500-800 HP
If space permits, this aisle should be widened.

Stack Support Capabilities

CBEX boilers can support up to 2000 lbs. without additional support.
CBEX boilers can be reinforced to support up to 3000 lbs.
Boiler Room Combustion Air
When determining boiler room air requirements, the size of the room, air flow, and velocity of air must be
reviewed as follows:
1. Size (area) and location of air supply openings in boiler room.
A. Two (2) permanent air supply openings in the outer walls of the boiler room are recommended. Locate one (1) at
each end of the boiler room, preferably below a height of 7 feet. This allows air to sweep the length of the boiler.
B. Air supply openings can be louvered for weather protection, but they should not be covered with fine mesh wire, as
this type of covering has poor air flow qualities and is subject to clogging by dust or dirt.
C. A vent fan in the boiler room is not recommended, as it could create a slight vacuum under certain conditions and
cause variations in the quantity of combustion air. This can result in unsatisfactory burner performance.
D. Under no condition should the total area of the air supply openings be less than one (1) square foot.
E. Size the openings by using the formula:
Area (sq-ft) = CFM/FPM
2. Amount of air required (cfm).
A. Combustion Air = Rated bhp x 8 cfm/bhp.
B. Ventilation Air = Maximum bhp x 2 cfm/bhp or a total of 10 cfm/bhp - up to 1000 feet elevation. Add 3 percent
more per 1000 feet of added elevation.
3. Acceptable air velocity in Boiler Room (fpm).
A. From floor to (7) foot height - 250 fpm.
B. Above (7) foot height - 500 fpm.
Example: Determine the area of the boiler room air supply openings for (1) 1000 hp boiler at 800 feet altitude.

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The air openings are to be 5 feet above floor level.

Air required: 1000 x 10 = 10000 cfm (from 2B above).
Air velocity: Up to 7 feet = 250 fpm (from 3 above).
Area Required: Area = cfm/fpm = 10000/250 = 40 Sq-ft total.
Area/Opening: 40/2 = 20 sq-ft/opening (2 required).

Notice
Consult local codes, which may supersede these requirements.
Stack/Breeching Size Criteria
The design of the stack and breeching must provide the required draft at each boiler flue gas outlet. Proper draft
is critical to burner performance.
Although constant pressure at the flue gas outlet of the CBEX is not required, it is necessary to size the stack/
breeching to limit flue gas pressure variation. The allowable pressure range is 0.50 W.C. to +0.50 W.C. The
maximum pressure variation at any firing rate for the boiler is 0.50" W.C.
The low NOx option allowable pressure range is -0.25 W.C. to +0.25 W.C. The maximum pressure variation
at any firing rate for the boiler is 0.25W.C.
Stack and breeching sizes should always be provided by a reputable stack supplier who will design the stack
and breeching system based on the above criteria. Your local Cleaver-Brooks authorized representative is
capable of assisting in your evaluation of the stack/breeching design.

Table 18. CBEX lifting lugs

BOILER HP ALL DIMENSIONS IN INCHES
A B C D E
100 75.25 21.375 101.75 10 3
125 75.25 21.375 108.75 10 3
150 79.5 21.375 102.5 10 3
200 79.5 21.375 121.5 10 3
250 87.25 27.5 131.25 10 3
300 87.25 27.5 139.25 10 3
350 99.5 36.375 144 10 3
400 99.5 36.375 153 10 3
500 107.625 36.5 162 10 3
600 107.625 36.5 177 10 3
700 115.75 37.75 183.5 10 3
800 115.75 37.75 190.5 10 3
NOTE: Dimensions A, B, and C may vary by 1 inch.

FRONT B C E DIA. HOLE

FLANGE
CL

VIEW A
A

NEAR FAR
D SIDE SIDE
D

VIEW B

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