In order to get my system to run right, I really need a probe, sensor, etc. that will tell me if my boiler is firing, or if it has burned out. This may sound simple, but I am having difficulties. With the way I have designed things, my storage tank will keep my boiler warm even after it is out of wood, so a simple temp sensor won't work. Does anyone have any ideas?
1. Oxygen sensor in the flue? Don't know much about how these work.
2. Delta T thermostat that measures the boiler temp as compared to the water entering the boiler? Theoretically, the boiler should always be hotter than the water entering it, as long as it is firing.
3. High temp thermocouple somewhere in the firebox (sounds like a serious pain).
Any other ideas? I'm stumped!
Andrew
1. Oxygen sensor in the flue? Don't know much about how these work.
2. Delta T thermostat that measures the boiler temp as compared to the water entering the boiler? Theoretically, the boiler should always be hotter than the water entering it, as long as it is firing.
3. High temp thermocouple somewhere in the firebox (sounds like a serious pain).
Any other ideas? I'm stumped!
Andrew