A O Smith HW 610 User Manual

MODELS HW 300, 399, 420, 520, 610, 670  
GAS-FIRED COMMERCIAL COPPER BOILERS FOR  
HYDRONIC HEATING AND HOT WATER SUPPLY  
UP-FLOW MODELS  
• INSTALLATION • OPERATION MAINTENANCE • LIMITED WARRANTY  
• INDOOR ONLY  
WARNING: If the information in this manual  
is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion  
may result causing property damage,  
personal injury or death.  
— Do not store or use gasoline or other  
flammable vapors and liquids in the  
vicinity of this or any other appliance.  
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS  
• Do not try to light any appliance.  
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do  
not use any phone in your building.  
• Immediately call your gas supplier  
from a neighbor's phone. Follow the  
gas supplier's instructions.  
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,  
call the fire department.  
— Installation and service must be  
500 Tennessee Waltz Parkway  
performed by a qualified installer,  
service agency or the gas supplier.  
Ashland City, TN 37015  
PLACE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ADJACENT TO BOILER AND  
NOTIFY OWNER TO KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE  
PRINTED 0210  
317693-000  
GENERAL SAFETY  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE.......................................................................................................................................................................... 2  
GENERAL SAFETY................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 3  
TABLE OF CONTENTS.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4  
DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITY DATA.................................................................................................................................................................................... 5  
INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7  
Grounding Instructions ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7  
Correct Gas.................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7  
Precautions .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7  
Liquid Petroleum Gas Models ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 7  
High Altitude Installations ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 7  
CONTROLS AND FUNCTION................................................................................................................................................................................................ 8  
High Limit ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8  
Intermittent Ignition Control Module ............................................................................................................................................................................... 8  
Thermal Balancer........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9  
Auto Reset High Limit Control........................................................................................................................................................................................ 9  
Safety Flow Switch......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9  
Safety Relief Valves...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10  
Tank Temperature Control.............................................................................................................................................................................................11  
Thermometers (not installed) ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 12  
DRAIN VALVE ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12  
GENERAL ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 12  
Required Ability ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 12  
Location........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 12  
Air Requirements.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13  
Chemical Vapor Corrosion............................................................................................................................................................................................ 13  
Installation Clearances................................................................................................................................................................................................. 14  
Leveling........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 14  
System Connections .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14  
VENTING ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 14  
Venting the Boiler ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14  
Venting Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16  
Venting Sidewall........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16  
Venting System ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 16  
Venting Tables.............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 17  
SYSTEM INSTALLATIONS .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 18  
Installations .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 18  
Conventional ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 18  
Linear Temp.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 18  
Water Supply Line................................................................................................................................................................................................ 19  
Expansion Tank.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19  
Vent Valves........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20  
Manifold Headers................................................................................................................................................................................................. 20  
Cooling Piping ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20  
Circulating Pump.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 20  
Gas Connections.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20  
Gas Supply Line Purging and Sizing............................................................................................................................................................................ 21  
Gas Pressure Regulators............................................................................................................................................................................................. 22  
WIRING ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 23  
WIRING DIAGRAMS....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24-33  
PIPING ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 34-39  
OPERATION AND START-UP INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................................................................................................. 39  
Important ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 39  
Filling the System......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 39  
Pilot Alignment and Main Burner.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 39  
Lighting Instructions ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 43-44  
Checking and Adjusting Input....................................................................................................................................................................................... 41  
Operating Sequence .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 42  
REMOVAL OF EXISTING BOILER FROM A COMMON VENTING SYSTEM ..................................................................................................................... 45  
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 45  
Cleaning and Flushing Instructions ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 46  
PRE TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................................................................................. 46  
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 47-54  
LIMITED WARRANTY.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 55  
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DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITY DATA  
EXTRA OPENING  
FOR THERMOMETER  
AND RELIEF VALVE  
HW-520, 610  
AND HW--670  
TABLE 1  
MODELS  
DIMENSIONS IN INCHES  
PROPANE  
HW-610/670  
NATURAL  
HW-610/670  
HW-300  
HW-399  
HW-420  
HW-520  
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
Overall height  
Height to Top of Jacket  
Floor to Center Line Water Inlet  
Diameter of Jacket  
Floor to Center Line Water Outlet  
Draft Diverter Outlet Diameter  
Floor to Center Line Gas Inlet  
Overall Depth  
65 (1651)  
57-1/8 (1451) 57-1/8 (1451) 68-5/16 (1735)  
67 (1702)  
64-3/4 (1645)  
43-1/4 (1099) 45-1/8 (1146) 45-1/8 (1146) 56-1/4 (1429) 56-1/4 (1429) 56-1/4 (1429)  
36 (914)  
25-1/4 (641)  
12 (305)  
8 (203)  
16-1/2 (419)  
29-5/8 (753)  
9 (229)  
14 (356)  
1-1/4  
1-1/4  
38-3/4 (984) 38-3/4 (984)  
46 (1168)  
27 (686)  
12 (305)  
10 (254)  
18 (457)  
46 (1168)  
27 (686)  
12 (305)  
12 (305)  
18 (457)  
36-1/2 (927)  
9 (229)  
11 (279)  
2
46 (1168)  
27 (686)  
12 (305)  
12 (305)  
18 (457)  
36-1/2 (927)  
9 (229)  
11 (279)  
2
27 (686)  
12 (305)  
10 (254)  
27 (686)  
12 (305)  
10 (254)  
16-3/4 (425) 16-3/4 (425)  
31-1/2 (800) 31-1/2 (800) 36-1/2 (927)  
Support Height  
9 (229)  
14 (356)  
1-1/2  
1-1/2  
1
9 (229)  
14 (356)  
1-1/2  
1-1/2  
1
9 (229)  
11 (279)  
K
L
Width of Control String (approx.)  
Pipe Size of Water Inlet (NPT)  
Pipe Size of Water Outlet (NPT)  
Pipe Size of Gas Inlet (NPT)  
Control String Plus 1/2 Jacket Diameter (approx.) 26-5/8 (676)  
Horizontal Length between Water Inlet and Outlet 5-3/8 (137)  
2
2
1
M
N
P
S
T
2
1
2
1
3/4  
27-1/2 (699) 27-1/2 (699) 24-1/2 (622)  
24-1/2 (622)  
5-3/4 (146)  
7 (178)  
361 (164)  
24-1/2 (622)  
5-3/4 (146)  
7 (178)  
361 (164)  
5-1/2 (140)  
5 (127)  
5-1/2 (140)  
5 (127)  
5-3/4 (146)  
7 (178)  
Control String from Jacket  
Approximate shipping weight lbs. (Kilograms)  
5 (127)  
240 (109)  
291 (132)  
291 (132)  
361 (164)  
NOTE: All dimensions in inches (millimeters) except pipe size which is NPT  
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TABLE 2, RECOVERY CAPACITIES  
Input  
Model  
°F  
20  
40  
50  
60  
70  
80  
BTUH (kW)  
°C  
11.1  
22.2  
27.7  
33.3  
38.8  
44.4  
GPH  
LPH  
GPH  
LPH  
GPH  
LPH  
GPH  
LPH  
GPH  
LPH  
GPH  
LPH  
1439  
5448  
1914  
7245  
2014  
7627  
2494  
9443  
2926  
11077  
3165  
11985  
719  
576  
2179  
765  
480  
1816  
638  
411  
1556  
547  
360  
1362  
478  
HW 300  
HW 399  
HW 420  
HW 520  
HW 610  
HW 670  
300,000 (88)  
399,000 (117)  
420,000 (123)  
520,000 (152)  
610,000 (179)  
660,000 (193)  
2724  
957  
3623  
1007  
3813  
1247  
4721  
1463  
5538  
1583  
5992  
2898  
806  
2415  
671  
2070  
576  
1811  
504  
3051  
998  
2542  
831  
2179  
713  
1907  
624  
3777  
1170  
4431  
1266  
4794  
3148  
975  
2698  
836  
2361  
731  
3692  
1055  
3995  
3165  
904  
2769  
791  
3424  
2996  
COMPONENT LOCATION  
FIGURE 1.  
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INTRODUCTION  
This design complies with the current edition of the ANSI Z21.13 IF THE BOILER HAS BEEN EXPOSED TO FLOODING, IT  
low-pressure boiler standard.  
MUST BE REPLACED.  
Compliance under this standard implies that when the boiler LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS MODELS  
underwent test, the gas manifold and control assembly provided  
on the boiler met safe lighting and other performance criteria.  
Boilers for propane or liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) are different  
from natural gas models. A natural gas boiler will not function  
Detailed installation diagrams are found in this manual. These safely on LP gas and no attempt should be made to convert a  
diagrams will serve to provide the installer a reference for the boiler from natural gas to LP gas.  
materials and methods of piping necessary. It is essential that  
all water, gas piping and wiring be installed as shown on the LP gas must be used with great caution. It is highly  
diagrams. You should thoroughly read and understand this manual explosive and heavier than air. It collects first in the low  
before installation and/or operation of this boiler.  
areas making its odor difficult to detect at nose level.  
If LP gas is present or even suspected, do not attempt  
The factory warranty will be void if the boiler(s) have been to find the cause yourself. Leave the building, leaving  
improperly installed or operated.  
doors open to ventilate, then call your gas supplier or  
service agent. Keep area clear until a service call has  
In addition to these instructions, the boiler(s) shall be installed been made.  
in accordance with those installation regulations in force in the  
local area where the installation is to be made. These shall be At times you may not be able to smell an LP gas leak.  
carefully followed in all cases. Authorities having jurisdiction One cause is odor fade, which is a loss of the chemical  
should be consulted before installations are made.  
odorant that gives LP gas its distinctive smell. Another  
cause can be your physical condition, such as having  
In the absence of local codes, the installation must comply with the a cold or diminishing sense of smell with age. For  
current editions, as follows:  
these reasons, the use of a propane gas detector is  
recommended.  
In the United States:  
The National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 and the IF YOU EXPERIENCE AN OUT OF GAS SITUATION, DO  
National Electric Code, NFPA 70.  
NOT TRY TO RELIGHT APPLIANCES YOURSELF. Call  
your local service agent. Only trained LP professionals  
should conduct the required safety checks in accordance  
In Canada:  
Installation Code CAN/CSAB149.1 and Canadian Electrical Code, with industry standards.  
CSA C22.1.  
HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATIONS  
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS  
This boiler must be grounded in accordance with the National Electrical  
Code, Canadian Electrical Code and/or local codes. Correct wiring is  
imperative for proper operation.  
This boiler must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent  
wiring system, or an equipment grounding conductor must be run  
with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding  
terminal or lead on the boiler.  
CORRECT GAS  
MAKE SURE THE GAS ON WHICH THE BOILER WILL  
OPERATE IS THE SAME AS THAT SPECIFIED ON THE  
BOILER RATING PLATE. DO NOT INSTALL THE BOILER IF  
EQUIPPED FOR A DIFFERENT TYPE OF GAS — CONSULT  
YOUR SUPPLIER.  
PRECAUTIONS  
IF THE UNIT IS EXPOSED TO THE FOLLOWING, DO NOT  
OPERATE UNTIL ALL CORRECTIVE STEPS HAVE BEEN  
MADE BY A QUALIFIED SERVICEMAN:  
1. EXPOSURE TO FIRE.  
2. IF DAMAGED.  
Rated inputs are suitable up to 2000 feet (610 m) elevation.  
Consult the factory for installation at altitudes over 2000  
feet (610 m).  
3. FIRING WITHOUT WATER.  
4. SOOTING.  
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HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATIONS  
IN CANADA  
Ratings specified by manufacturers for most boilers apply for  
elevations up to 2000 feet (600 m). For elevations above 2000 feet  
(600 m) ratings must be reduced by a rate of 4% for each 1000 feet  
(300 m) above sea level.  
Acceptance of these models for use at altitudes above 2000 feet  
(600 m) is based on field test of the individual installation by the  
provincial/state authority having jurisdiction.  
Example: If a boiler is rated at 610,000 Btu/hr. at sea level, to operate  
the boiler at 5000 feet (1500 m) it must be derated by 20% (4% x 5)  
to a new rating of 488,000 Btu/hr.  
IN THE U.S.A.  
A. O. Smith does build some models specifically for high altitude  
service. Please check the rating plate before making changes.  
WARNING  
INSTALLATIONS ABOVE 2000 FEET REQUIRE REPLACEMENT  
OF THE BURNER ORIFICES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE  
CURRENT EDITION OF THE NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE  
(ANSI Z223.1). FAILURE TO REPLACE THE ORIFICES WILL  
RESULT IN IMPROPERAND INEFFICIENT OPERATION OF THE  
APPLIANCE RESULTING IN THE PRODUCTION OF INCREASED  
LEVELS OF CARBON MONOXIDE GAS IN EXCESS OF SAFE  
LIMITS WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL  
INJURY OR DEATH.  
The input reduction is primarily achieved by reducing the size  
of the main burner orifices. To do this, the main burner orifices  
require replacement with orifices sized for the particular  
installation elevation. When ordering, be sure to state the model  
number and the altitude of the location where the boiler is being  
installed.  
Upon field deration of the boiler, adjustment to the gas pressure  
regulator is required. See CHECKING AND ADJUSTING  
THE INPUT in this manual for inlet and manifold pressure  
requirements. Also, due to the input rating reduction required at  
high altitudes, the output rating of the appliance is also reduced  
For specific orifice requirements, please refer to the appropriate  
section of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1.  
You should contact your gas supplier for any specific changes which and should be compensated for in the sizing of the equipment  
may be required in your area.  
for applications.  
CONTROLS AND FUNCTION  
AUTO RESET HIGH LIMIT  
3. Opens the pilot valve.  
The high limit is a safety device wired in series with the  
ignition system. Set the high limit control to approximately 100F  
above the maximum designed system temperature. If the  
boiler outlet water temperature should exceed the high  
limit setting, the main gas valve will close but the circulator  
will continue to operate. Maximum adjustable setting is 1150C  
(239°F) cut-out with a 30C (50F) to 250C (450F) adjustable  
differential, see Figure 2.  
4. Discontinues ignition spark when the pilot flame is established.  
The S-8600 control used on propane gas models provides  
safety lockout if the pilot fails to ignite within the pilot flame  
establishing period. The S-8600 control used on natural  
gas models continues trial for ignition until pilot flame  
is established.  
5. After proof of pilot flame, opens then main valve.  
6. On a power loss, shuts the heater down. When power is restored  
it will begin a new ignition cycle.  
7. On a loss of flame, shuts off main gas and starts trial for pilot ignition.  
PLEASE SEE TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION FOR MORE  
INFORMATION.  
FIGURE 2.  
INTERMITTENT IGNITION CONTROL MODULE  
The Honeywell S-8600 control module contains the electronic  
components of the system and also serves as a control wiring system  
for the controls mounted on the heater. The control module performs  
the following functions:  
1. Checks for safe-start by sensing for a false flame condition on  
start-up.  
S-8600 INTERMITTENT IGNITION  
CONTROL MODULE (IID)  
2. Generates a potential of 15,000 volts for spark ignition of the  
pilot burner.  
FIGURE 3.  
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THERMAL BALANCER  
Figure 4 shows the internal wiring of the thermal balancer. The  
device may be tested after disconnecting the four leads from their  
respective terminals on the unit.  
1. Apply a test light to the yellow and red leads.  
• The lamp should light as the contact in this circuit is normally  
closed when the resistor is cool.  
HIGH LIMIT SWITCH  
2. Apply a light to the black and yellow leads.  
FIGURE 5.  
The lamp should not light as the contact in this circuit is normally  
open when the resistor is cool.  
SAFETY FLOW SWITCH  
3. Remove the test light.  
The safety flow switch is a safety device which must be installed at  
the water outlet of the unit to prevent main burner operation in the  
event of inadequate water flow through the unit.  
4. Apply 120 volts to the white and red leads which power the 1900  
ohm resistor. After a warming period the contacts of the thermal  
balancer should operate.  
An accessory package containing a safety flow switch is available  
for this application.  
5. Remove the test light.  
This switch may be mounted in a horizontal pipe line or a vertical  
pipe line with upward water flow. Do not install the switch where the  
water flow is downward.  
6. Apply the test light as described in steps 1 and 2.  
For proper performance mount the switch in a section of pipe where  
thereisastraightrunofatleast5pipediametersoneachsideoftheow  
switch (i.e. do not locate adjacent to valves, elbows, orifices, etc.).  
While the resistor is still warm the lamp indications should be the  
opposite as described previously.  
The flow switch shall be mounted in a standard 1-1/2" x 1-1/2" x 1"  
tee for a 1-1/2" pipe application. For larger pipe sizes use a reducing  
tee in order to keep the switch as close to the pipe as possible. Install  
the flow switch in the branch (top) opening of the reducing tee and  
provide adequate paddle length in the flow stream. For example in  
a 2" pipe installation use a 2" x 2" x 1" reducing tee. For 2", or 3"  
pipe use paddle segments as supplied. For other pipe sizes (i.e.  
1-1/4", 1-1/2" and 2-1/2") trim the paddle to the proper pipe size, see  
Figure 6 on page 10. If a standard tee is used, install a face or hex  
bushing in the top opening. The paddle must be adjusted or trimmed  
to the size of the pipe in which it will be installed.  
FIGURE 4.  
MANUAL RESET HIGH LIMIT  
CAUTION  
Any part of the paddle must not touch the pipe or any restrictions in  
the pipe. Screw the flow switch in position so the flat of the paddle  
is at right angles to the flow. The arrow on the side case must point  
in the direction of the flow.  
This boiler is equipped with a manual reset high limit switch,  
located under the small cover on the side of the jacket, see  
Figure 5. This device provides positive shutdown of the  
boiler in the event of boiler or system malfunction. Should the  
surface temperature of the copper tubing heat exchanger  
reach 250°F (120°C), the high limit switch will activate,  
the gas valve will close, the pilot and main burners will be  
extinguished. If the high limit switch should shut off unit, check  
the following conditions:  
TABLE 3 - SAFETY FLOW SWITCH  
Minimum Pipe Rate  
Contacts Closed  
(Flow)  
Contacts Open  
(No Flow)  
Model Number  
GPM  
5.8  
LPM  
22.0  
28.4  
28.4  
GPM  
3.7  
LPM  
14.0  
18.9  
18.9  
No water in boiler.  
HW-300  
HW-399  
Restricted water flow through the boiler.  
7.5  
5.0  
Improper wiring (boiler firing without circulator  
operating).  
HW-420  
7.5  
5.0  
HW-520  
13.7  
13.7  
51.9  
51.9  
9.5  
9.5  
36.0  
36.0  
Pump failure.  
HW-610/670  
After correcting failure condition remove the protector switch cover  
and push the reset button. The high limit switch may be reset after The safety flow switch may be field adjusted to obtain higher  
the coil surface cools to 6°F (3.3°C) below the trip setting.  
minimum flow rates than those shown in table 3.  
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To adjust the flow rate setting:  
CAUTION  
The switch is factory set at approximately the minimum flow rate, see  
Table 3 on page 9. It must not be set lower than the factory setting as  
this may result in the switch failing to return at 'no flow' condition.  
1. Remove the flow switch cover.  
2. For higher flow rate - turn the range adjusting screw clockwise.  
4. Replace flow switch cover. Where units are installed in multiples,  
each boiler must be individually protected by a safety flow switch.  
3. For lower flow rate - turn the range adjusting screw  
counterclockwise.  
CAUTION  
Paddle must be trimmed at the dotted arc. It must not touch the pipe or have any restriction when installed.  
FIGURE 6.  
SAFETY RELIEF VALVES  
FROM THE SIZE OF THE VALVE OUTLET AND IT MUST NOT  
CONTAIN ANY VALVES BETWEEN THE BOILER AND THE  
RELIEF VALVE OR THE RELIEF VALVE AND THE DRAIN EXIT.  
IN ADDITION, THERE SHOULD NOT BE ANY RESTRICTIONS  
IN A DRAIN LINE NOR SHOULD IT BE ROUTED THROUGH  
AREAS WHERE FREEZING CONDITIONS MIGHT OCCUR. DO  
NOT THREAD OR CAP THE DRAIN LINE EXIT. RESTRICTING  
OR BLOCKING A DRAIN LINE WILL DEFEAT THE PURPOSE OF  
THE RELIEF VALVEAND MAY CREATEAN UNSAFE CONDITION.  
INSTALLADRAIN LINE WITHADOWNWARD SLOPE SUCH THAT  
IT NATURALLY DRAINS ITSELF.  
Your local code authority may have other specific relief valve  
requirements not covered below.  
WARNING  
THE PURPOSE OF A SAFETY RELIEF VALVE IS TO AVOID  
EXCESSIVE PRESSURE OR TEMPERATURE INTO THE STEAM  
RANGE WHICH MAY CAUSE SCALDING AT FIXTURES, TANK  
EXPLOSION, SYSTEM OR BOILER DAMAGE.  
TOAVOID SCALDING OR WATER DAMAGEADRAIN LINE MUST  
BE CONNECTED TO A RELIEF VALVE TO DIRECT DISCHARGE If any safety relief valve is replaced, the replacement valve must comply  
TOASAFE LOCATION. ADRAIN LINE MUST NOT BE REDUCED with the current editions of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel  
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Code, Section IV or CSAB51, as applicable. Select a relief valve with TANK TEMPERATURE CONTROL  
a discharge NOT less than the boiler input, and a pressure rating NOT  
exceeding the working pressure of any component in the system.  
The water temperature in the storage tank is controlled by the Tank  
Temperature Control. The sensing element is mounted inside the  
A. O. Smith supplies a 125 psi relief valve for hot water supply systems hot water storage tank.  
and 50 psi relief valve for space heating application.  
DANGER  
AnASMEratedtemperatureandpressurereliefvalvemustbeinstalled  
HOT WATER TEMPERATURES REQUIRED FOR AUTOMATIC  
DISHWASHERAND LAUNDRY USE CAN CAUSE SCALD BURNS  
RESULTING IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR DEATH.  
THE TEMPERATURE AT WHICH INJURY OCCURS VARIES  
WITH THE PERSON’S AGE AND TIME OF EXPOSURE. THE  
SLOWER RESPONSE TIME OF CHILDREN,AGED OR DISABLED  
PERSONS INCREASES THE HAZARDS TO THEM. NEVER ALLOW  
SMALL CHILDREN TO USE A HOT WATER TAP, OR TO DRAW  
THEIROWNBATHWATER. NEVERLEAVEACHILDORDISABLED  
PERSON UNATTENDED IN A BATHTUB OR SHOWER.  
on each and every water storage tank in a hot water supply system.  
The storage tank temperature and pressure (T & P) relief valve must  
comply with the applicable contruction provisions of the Standard  
for Relief valves and Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water  
Supply Systems, Z21.22 - CSA 4.4. The T & P valve must be of the  
automatic reset type and not embody a single-use type of fusible  
plug, cartridge or linkage.  
The T & P relief valve should have a maximum temperature rating  
of 100°C (210°F), a pressure rating NOT exceeding the lowest  
rated working pressure of any system component, and a discharge  
capacity exceeding the total input of the water boilers supplying  
water to the storage tank.  
Locate the T & P relief valve (a) in the top of the storage tank or (b)  
in the side of the tank on centerline within upper 6 inches from the  
top of the tank. See Figures 28 to 33, Pages 34 to 38. Tapping shall  
be threaded in accordance with the latest version of the Standard for  
Pipe Threads, General Purpose (inch), ANSI/ASME B.120.1.  
Mark location with a class III Label. See ANSI Z21.10.1, Part 1,  
Marking, See CAN/CSA B149.  
The tank temperature control is adjustable from 100°F (37.7°C) to  
220°F (104.4°C). It is recommended that lower water temperatures  
be used to avoid the risk of scalding. It is further recommended, in all  
cases, that the water temperature be set for the lowest temperature  
which satisfies the user’s hot water needs. This will also provide the  
most energy efficient operation of the water heater and minimize  
scale formation.  
THE WATER HEATER SHOULD BE LOCATED INANAREAWHERE  
THE GENERAL PUBLIC DOES NOT HAVE ACCESS TO SET  
TEMPERATURES. SETTING THE WATER TEMPERATURE AT  
120°F (49°C) WILLREDUCETHE RISK OF SCALDS. Some states or  
provinces require settings at specific lower temperatures. Below you  
will find listed the approximate time-to-burn relationship for normal  
adult skin. Valves for reducing point-of-use temperature by mixing  
cold and hot water are available. Also available are inexpensive  
devices that attach to faucets to limit hot water temperatures. Contact  
a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority.  
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THERMOMETERS  
Time to Produce 2nd & 3rd  
Degree Burns on Adult Skin  
Water Temperature  
Thermometers should be obtained and field installed as shown  
in the installation diagrams.  
OVER: 170°F (77°C)  
160°F (71°C)  
150°F (65°C)  
140°F (60°C)  
130°F (54°C)  
120°F (49°C)  
Nearly Instantaneous  
About 1/2 second  
About 1-1/2 seconds  
Less than 5 seconds  
About 30 seconds  
More than 5 minutes  
Thermometers are installed in the system as a means  
of detecting a possible liming condition in the boiler.  
An increase of 5°F (3°C) over the normal temperature  
rise through the boiler is an indication that lime is  
present. The term "temperature rise" designates  
the difference between the boiler inlet and outlet water  
temperature.  
USE ANTI-SCALD VALVE(S) in the hot water system to reduce  
the risks of scalds at points of use such as lavatories, sinks  
and bathing facilities.  
An increase of 5°F (3°C) above the recorded temperature  
rise may signify a liming condition in the coils or heat  
exc hanger. Refer to C LE A NI NG A N D FLUS HI NG  
section of this manual for deliming instructions.  
A change in water temperature in the storage tank lower than  
the Tank Temperature Control setting will cause the sensor to  
close its contacts and consequently energize the boiler.  
Record temperature rise at initial start-up for future  
reference.  
If the Tank Temperature Control is out of calibration, replace it  
with a new one; do not attempt to fix this control.  
DRAIN VALVE (Not Supplied)  
WARNING  
SHOULD OVERHEATING OCCUR OR THE GAS SUPPLY FAIL  
TO SHUT OFF, TURN OFF THE MANUAL GAS CONTROL  
VALVE TO THE APPLIANCE.  
A drain valve must be obtained and installed on each boiler  
and tank for draining purposes, see installation diagrams in  
this manual.  
GENERAL  
REQUIRED ABILITY  
CONNECTIONSWILLNOTRESULTINDAMAGETOTHEADJACENT  
AREA OR TO LOWER FLOORS OF THE STRUCTURE.  
Installation or service of this boiler requires ability equivalent to that  
of a licensed tradesman in the field involved. Plumbing, air supply, WHEN SUCH LOCATIONS CANNOT BE AVOIDED, A METAL  
venting, gas supply and electrical work are required.  
DRAIN PAN SHOULD BE INSTALLED UNDER THE BOILER. Such  
pans should be fabricated with sides at least 60mm (2-1/2") deep,  
with length and width at least 50mm (2") greater than the diameter  
of the boiler and must be piped to an adequate drain. The pan must  
not restrict combustion air flow.  
LOCATION  
When installing the boiler, consideration must be given to proper  
location. Location selected should be as close to the stack or chimney  
as practicable with adequate air supply and as centralized with the  
piping system as possible. This location should also be such that the  
WARNING  
KEEPINGBOILERAREACLEARANDFREEFROMCOMBUSTIBLE  
gas ignition system components are protected from water (dripping, MATERIALS, GASOLINEAND OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORSAND  
LIQUIDS.  
spraying, etc.) during appliance operation and service (circulator  
replacement, control replacement, etc.).  
WARNING  
THE BOILER MUST NOT BE INSTALLED ON CARPETING.  
THERE IS A RISK IN USING FUEL BURNING APPLIANCES  
SUCH AS BOILERS IN ROOMS OR AREAS WHERE GASOLINE,  
OTHER FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR ENGINE DRIVEN EQUIPMENT  
OR VEHICLES ARE STORED, OPERATED OR REPAIRED.  
FLAMMABLE VAPORS ARE HEAVY AND TRAVEL ALONG THE  
FLOORANDMAYBEIGNITEDBYTHEIGNITERORMAINBURNER  
FLAMES CAUSING FIRE OR EXPLOSION. SOME LOCALCODES  
THE BOILER SHOULD NOT BE LOCATED IN AN AREA WHERE  
IT WILL BE SUBJECT TO FREEZING.  
LOCATE IT NEAR A FLOOR DRAIN. THE BOILER SHOULD BE  
LOCATED INANAREAWHERE LEAKAGE FROMTHE BOILER OR  
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PERMIT OPERATION OF GAS APPLIANCES IF INSTALLED If the confined space is within a building of tight construction,  
18 INCHES OR MORE ABOVE THE FLOOR. THIS MAY  
REDUCE THE RISK IF LOCATION IN SUCH AN AREA CANNOT  
BE AVOIDED.  
air for combustion, ventilation, and draft hood dilution must be  
obtained from outdoors. When directly communicating with the  
outdoors or communicating with the outdoors through vertical  
ducts, two permanent openings, located in the above manner,  
shall be provided. Each opening shall have a free area of not  
less than one square inch per 4000 Btuh of the total input of  
all appliances in the enclosure. If horizontal ducts are used,  
each opening shall have a free area of not less than one  
square inch per 2000 Btuh of the total input of all appliances  
in the enclosure.  
WARNING  
FLAMMABLE ITEMS, PRESSURIZED CONTAINERS OR ANY  
OTHER POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARDOUS ARTICLES MUST  
NEVER BE PLACED ON OR ADJACENT TO THE BOILER.  
OPEN CONTAINERS OF FLAMMABLE MATERIAL MUST  
NOT BE STORED OR USED IN THE SAME ROOM WITH  
THE BOILER.  
(b) Canadian Installations  
A hot water boiler installed above radiation level or as required  
by the authority having jurisdiction, must be provided with a low  
water cutoff device at the time of boiler installation.  
Ventilation of the space occupied by the boiler(s) shall be  
provided by an opening for ventilation air at the highest practical  
point communicating with outdoors. The total cross-sectional  
area shall be at least 10% of the area of the combustion air  
opening but in no case shall the cross-sectional area be less  
than 10 square inches (6500 mm2).  
AIR REQUIREMENTS  
Provisions for combustion and ventilation air in accordance  
with the current edition of the National Fuel Gas  
Code, ANSI Z223.1, CAN/CSA B149.1, Installation  
C o d e s , o r a p p l i c a b l e p r o v i s i o n s o f t h e l o c a l  
building codes.  
In additional to the above, there shall be permanent air supply  
opening(s) having a cross-sectional area of not less than 1  
square inch per 7,000 BTUH (310 mm2/KW) up to and including  
1,000,000 BTUH plus 1 square inch per 14,000 BTU in excess  
of 1,000,000 BTUH. This opening(s) shall be located at, or  
ducted to, a point neither more than 18" (450 mm) nor less  
than 6 inches (150 mm) above the floor level.  
Provisions for vent, bleed and gas relief lines (when applicable).  
Keep appliance area free of combustible or flammable liquids.  
Do not obstruct the flow of combustion or ventilating air.  
Where power vented equipment is used in the same room as the  
boiler, sufficient air openings must be supplied.  
WARNING  
FOR SAFE OPERATION PROVIDE ADEQUATE AIR FOR  
COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION. AN INSUFFICIENT SUPPLY  
OF AIR WILL CAUSE RECIRCULATION OF COMBUSTION  
PRODUCTS RESULTING IN AIR CONTAMINATION THAT  
MAY BE HAZARDOUS TO LIFE. SUCH A CONDITION OFTEN  
WILL RESULT IN A YELLOW, LUMINOUS BURNER FLAME,  
CAUSING CARBONING OR SOOTING OF THE COMBUSTION  
CHAMBER, BURNERS AND FLUE TUBES AND CREATES A  
RISK OF ASPHYXIATION.  
UNDERSIZED OPENINGS MAY RESULT IN INSUFFICIENT AIR  
FOR COMBUSTION.  
WHERE AN EXHAUST FAN IS INSTALLED IN THE SAME ROOM  
WITH A BOILER, SUFFICIENT OPENINGS FOR AIR MUST BE  
PROVIDED IN THE WALLS.  
UNDERSIZED OPENINGS WILL CAUSE AIR TO BE DRAWN  
INTO THE ROOM THROUGH THE CHIMNEY, CAUSING POOR  
COMBUSTION. SOOTING MAY RESULT WITH AN INCREASED  
RISK O F ASPHYXIATION.  
Unconfined Space  
In buildings of conventional frame, brick or stone construction,  
unconfined spaces may provide adequate air for combustion, and  
draft hood dilution.  
CHEMICAL VAPOR CORROSION  
WARNING  
If the unconfined space is within a building of tight construction  
(buildings using the following construction: weather stripping,  
heavy insulation, caulking, vapor barrier, etc.) air for combustion,  
ventilation, and draft hood dilution must be obtained from  
outdoors or spaces freely communicating with the outdoors. The  
installation instructions for confined spaces in tightly constructed  
buildings must be followed to ensure adequate air supply.  
CORROSION OF THE FLUEWAYS AND VENT SYSTEM  
MAY OCCUR IF AIR FOR COMBUSTION CONTAINS  
C E R TA I N C H E M I C A L VA P O R S W H I C H B R E A K  
DOWN INTO ACIDS AT HIGH TEMPERATURE. SUCH  
CORROSION MAY RESULT IN FAILURE AND RISK OF  
ASPHYXIATION.  
Water boiler corrosion and component failure can be caused  
by the heating and breakdown of airborne chemical vapors.  
Spray can propellants, cleaning solvents, refrigerator and air  
conditioning refrigerants, swimming pool chemicals, calcium  
and sodium chloride, waxes, and process chemicals are typical  
compounds which are corrosive. These materials are corrosive  
at very low concentration levels with little or no odor to reveal  
their presence. Products of this sort must not be stored near  
the boiler. Also, air which is brought in contact with the water  
boiler should not contain any of these chemicals. If necessary,  
uncontaminated air should be obtained from remote or outside  
sources.  
Confined Space  
(a) U. S. Installations  
Whendrawingcombustionanddilutionairfrominsideaconventionally  
constructed building to a confined space, such a space shall be  
provided with two permanent openings, ONE WITHIN 12 INCHES  
OF THE ENCLOSURE TOPAND ONE WITHIN 12 INCHES OF THE  
ENCLOSURE BOTTOM. Each opening shall have a free area of at  
least one square inch per 1000 Btuh of the total input of all appliances  
in the enclosure, but not less than 100 square inches.  
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INSTALLATION CLEARANCES  
Sufficient area should be provided at the front and rear of the unit  
for proper servicing. Clearances of 24 inches (609.4mm) in the  
rear and 48 inches (1,219mm) in the front are required by code.  
In a utility room installation, the door shall be wide enough to allow  
the boiler to enter or to permit the replacement of another appliance  
such as a water heater.  
These boilers are approved for installation on combustible flooring  
in an alcove with minimum clearance to combustibles of:  
TABLE 4  
LEVELING  
HW  
300  
HW  
399  
HW  
420  
HW  
520  
HW  
610 & 670  
Each unit should be checked after installation to be certain that it is level.  
TOP  
SIDES  
REAR  
VENT  
28" (711.2) 32" (812.8) 24" (609.6) 24" (609.6) 24" (609.6)  
6" (152.4) 6" (152.4) 24" (609.6) 24" (609.6) 24" (609.6)  
6" (152.4) 6" (152.4) 24" (609.6) 24" (609.6) 24" (609.6)  
6" (152.4) 6" (152.4) 6" (152.4) 6" (152.4) 6" (152.4)  
If the unit is not level, insert metal shims under the legs of the unit  
to correct this condition.  
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS  
The system installation must conform to these instructions  
and to the requirements of the local code authority having  
Two inch (50.8mm) clearance is allowable from combustible jurisdiction. Good practice requires that all heavy piping be  
construction for hot water pipes.  
supported.  
A TYPICAL BOILER INSTALLATION  
FIGURE 7.  
VENTING  
current edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or  
CAN/CSA B149.1, Installation Codes, or applicable provisions  
of the local building codes.  
VENTING THE BOILER - STANDARD VENTING  
WARNING  
THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS SECTION ON VENTING  
THE BOILER MUST BE FOLLOWED TO AVOID CHOKED  
COMBUSTION OR RECIRCULATION OF FLUE GASES.  
SUCH CONDITIONS CAUSE SOOTING OR RISKS OF FIRE  
AND ASPHYXIATION.  
Vent connectors serving appliances vented by natural draft shall  
not be connected into any portion of mechanical draft systems  
operating under positive pressure.  
The minimum distance from adjacent public walkways, adjacent  
buildings, openable windows and building openings shall not be  
less than those values specified in the National Fuel Gas Code,  
ANSI Z223.1 and/or CAN/CSA B149.1, Installation Codes;  
TYPE B VENTING MAY BE USED WITH THESE BOILERS. ALL  
LOCAL UTILITY REGULATIONS ON VENTING SHOULD BE  
FOLLOWED.  
For boilers for connection to gas vents or chimneys, vent sizing, Stack or chimney must be a minimum height of 12" (305mm)  
installation and termination shall be in accordance with the  
above the annual snow fall to prevent blockage.  
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Building materials must not come in contact with combustion Vent connectors serving appliances vented by natural draft shall not  
products from stack or chimney, due to the degradating properties be connected into any portion of mechanical draft systems operating  
of flue products.  
under positive pressure.  
Flue products must have a minimum clearance of 4 feet (1.22m) 3. CONNECTING BOILER TO A COMMON VENT  
horizontally from, and in no case above or below, unless a 4-foot  
(1.22m) horizontal distance is maintained, from electric meters, gas Do not connect the boiler to a common vent or chimney with solid  
meters, regulators and relief equipment.  
fuel burning equipment. This practice is prohibited by many local  
building codes as is the practice of venting gas fired equipment to  
CAN/CSA B149.1, Installation Code specifies a 6 foot horizontal the duct work of ventilation systems.  
vent terminal clearance to gas and electric meters and relief devices  
(this clearance is specified as 4 feet in the U.S. under the National Where a separate vent connection is not available and the vent pipe  
Fuel Gas Code,ANSI/Z223.1). Therefore instruction, which specifies from the boiler must be connected to a common vent with oil burning  
compliancewiththe4footclearance,asappliesintheU.S.only,andthe equipment, the vent pipe should enter the common vent or chimney  
CAN/CSA B149.1 Installation Code applies in Canada.  
at a point ABOVE the flue pipe from the oil fired unit.  
1. DRAFT HOOD  
Where two or more appliances vent into a common vent connector  
or manifold, the area of the common vent or vent connector should  
at least equal the area of the largest vent connector plus 50% of the  
areas of the additional draft hood outlets.  
The draft hood furnished with this boiler must be installed without  
alteration. Provision must be made if the boiler is installed in confined  
space or a small boiler room to accommodate draft hood spillage and  
avoid risks described above. The upper air opening called for in the  
AIR REQUIREMENTS section of this manual is for this purpose.  
When removing a boiler from a system with a common vent, use  
the following steps:  
2. VENT CONNECTION  
Be sure the other appliances connected to the common vent are  
not in operation.  
Size and install proper size vent pipe. Do not reduce pipe size to  
less than that of the draft hood outlet.  
Seal any unused openings in the common venting system.  
Horizontal runs of vent pipe shall be securely supported by  
adequately placed (approximately every 4 feet or 1 meter), non-  
combustible hangers and/or slip joints suitable for the weight  
and design of the materials employed to prevent sagging and  
to maintain a minimum upward slope of 1/4" (21mm/m) per foot  
from the boiler to the vent terminals, see Figure 8. Dampers or  
other obstructions must not be installed in the vent. Be sure  
that the vent pipe does not extend beyond the inside wall of  
the chimney.  
Visually inspect the venting system for proper size and horizontal pitch  
and determine there is no blockage or restriction, leakage, corrosion  
and other deficiencies which could cause an unsafe condition.  
WARNING  
Ensure sufficient supply and ventilation air. Under no circumstances  
should the equipment room where the boiler is installed ever be under  
negative pressure. Insufficient air supply can interfere with combustion  
and ventilation of this boiler resulting in unsafe conditions.  
Insofar as is practical, close all building doors and windows and  
all doors between the space in which the appliances remaining  
connected to the common venting system are located and other  
spaces of the building. Turn on clothes dryers and any appliance not  
connected to the common venting system. Turn on any exhaust fans,  
such as range hoods and bathroom exhausts, so they will operate  
at maximum speed. Close fireplace dampers.  
Place in operation the appliance being inspected. Follow the  
lighting instructions. Adjust thermostat so appliance will operate  
continuously.  
Test for spillage at the draft hood relief opening after five minutes of  
main burner operation. Use the flame of a match or candle.  
VENT PIPE INSTALLATION  
FIGURE 8.  
After it has been determined that each appliance remaining connected  
to the common venting system properly vents when tested as outlined  
above, return doors, windows, exhaust fans, fireplace dampers and  
any other gas burning appliance to their previous conditions of use.  
Where a continuous or intermittent back draft is found to exist the  
cause must be determined and corrected. A special vent cap may  
be required. If the back draft cannot be corrected by the normal  
methods or if a suitable draft cannot be obtained, a blower type  
flue gas exhauster may be employed to ensure proper venting and  
correct combustion if permitted by local codes.  
Any improper operation of the common venting system should be  
corrected so the installation conforms with the current edition of  
CAN/CSA B149.1 (current edition). When resizing any portion of  
the common venting system, the common venting system should  
WARNING  
FAILURE TO CORRECT BACK DRAFTS WILL CAUSE AIR be resized to approach the minimum size as determined using the  
CONTAMINATION AND UNSAFE CONDITIONS.  
appropriate tables in CAN/CSA B149.1.  
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4. MULTIPLE VENT TABLE  
1. Turn off the electrical power (main manual gas shutoff and pilot  
valves, if applicable).  
Table 5 on page 17 has been compiled to show the material  
sizes in a Type B doublewall combined vent system. Refer to  
CAN/CSAB149 .1 (current edition), or theASHRAE 1983 Equipment  
Volume for further information.  
Allow boiler parts and vent to cool before disassembly.  
2. Remove the boiler draft diverter and vent pipe running to the chimney.  
Check parts and chimney for obstructions and clean as necessary.  
A combined vent system is one in which two or more boilers at one  
level are attached to a common vent.  
3. Remove burner from boiler and other metal parts as required to  
clean and vacuum the heat exchanger and combustion coils.  
In order to use table 5, the connector rise and total vent height must  
be known. Connector rise is vertical distance from the draft hood outlet  
to the point where the manifold connection is made. Total vent height  
is the least vertical distance from a draft hood outlet to the top of the  
vent. Local codes or utility requirements often govern termination  
height. ULC listed doublewall gas vents, up through 24" (610mm)  
diameter, can be installed in heated and unheated areas and can  
pass through floors, ceilings, partitions, walls and roofs, provided  
the required one inch clearance is observed. These vents should be  
installed in accordance with CAN/CSA B149.1 (current edition).  
Refer to parts list supplied with this manual for disassembly aid.  
4. Reinstall the parts removed in steps 2 and 3.  
Besuretheventpipehasaminimumupwardpitchofonequarter  
inch per foot of length (21mm/m) and is sealed as necessary.  
5. Restore electrical power and gas supply to boiler.  
Place boiler in operation by following the lighting instructions  
in this manual.  
Check for gas leaks and proper boiler and vent operation.  
EXAMPLE SHOWING USE OF THE HW-610 COMBINED VENT  
SIZING TABLE  
VENTING - SIDEWALL (OPTIONAL) POWER VENT SYSTEM  
If you are installing the optional Power Vent Kit, refer to your  
HW Power Vent Kit Installation Instructions for proper wiring  
and installation procedures. Contact your local A. O. Smith  
representative for details.  
VENTING SYSTEM  
HAVE VENTING SYSTEM CHECKED EVERY SIX MONTHS FOR  
OBSTRUCTIONS AND/OR DETERIORATION IN VENT PIPING.  
A. Insofar as is practical, close all doors, windows and air inlets to  
the building. Turn on all exhaust fans (range hood, bathroom  
exhaust, etc.) so they will operate at their maximum speed.  
Close fireplace dampers.  
B. After allowing appliance to operate for five minutes, test for  
spillage at the draft hood relief opening.  
C. “CHECKING THE DRAFT. Operate vent connected gas utilization  
equipmentforseveralminutesandchecktoseethatthecombustion  
products are going up the chimney or gas vent properly by passing  
a lighted match or taper around the edge of the relief opening of  
the draft hood. If the chimney or gas vent is drawing properly, the  
match flame will be drawn into the draft hood. If not, the combustion  
products will tend to extinguish this flame. IF THE COMBUSTION  
PRODUCTS ARE ESCAPING FROM THE RELIEF OPENING OF  
THE DRAFTHOOD, DO NOTOPERATETHE EQUIPMENTUNTIL  
PROPERADJUSTMENT OR REPAIRSARE MADE TO PROVIDE  
ADEQUATE DRAFT THROUGH THE CHIMNEY OR GAS VENT.”  
FIGURE 9.  
VENTING MAINTENANCE - STANDARD VENTING  
It is recommended that the heating surfaces and vent piping of  
the appliance be checked every six months for dust, deterioration  
and carbon deposits. Remove all soot or other obstructions from  
chimney and flue which will retard free draft. Replace any damaged  
or deteriorated parts of the venting system.  
D. Next, turn on all other fuel burning appliances within the same  
room so they will operate at their full input.  
Qualified servicers should follow this procedure when the boiler’s  
external heating surfaces and vent pipe need cleaning.  
Repeat step C above, checking the draft on each appliance.  
CAUTION  
DO NOT USE A NYLON BRUSH OR OTHER STATIC CREATING  
MATERIAL TO CLEAN DUST AND CARBON DEPOSITS FROM  
HEATING SURFACES AND VENT.  
SUCH DEPOSITS ARE FLAMMABLE AND MAY BE IGNITED BY  
STATIC ELECTRICITY. USE A METAL BRUSH TO MINIMIZE THE  
DANGER OF EXPLOSION.  
FIGURE 10.  
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TABLE 5, COMBINED VENT SIZING TABLES  
MODEL HW-610 BOILER  
MODEL HW-300 BOILER  
Input: 610,000 Btuh  
Draft Hood Outlet 12"  
Input: 300,000 Btuh  
Draft Hood Outlet 8"  
Required Connector or Smoke Pipe Diameter  
Required Connector or Smoke Pipe Diameter  
Total Vent Height (Measured in Feet Above Draft Hood)  
Total Vent Height (Measured in Feet Above Draft Hood)  
Connector  
Rise in Feet  
Connector  
Rise in Feet  
10  
15  
20  
30  
40  
50  
60  
80  
100  
10  
15  
20  
30  
40  
50  
60  
80  
100  
Connector Diameter (in Inches)  
Connector Diameter (in Inches)  
1
2
3
16  
14  
14  
12  
14  
14  
14  
12  
14  
14  
12  
12  
14  
14  
12  
12  
14  
14  
12  
12  
14  
12  
12  
12  
14  
12  
12  
12  
14  
12  
12  
12  
14  
12  
12  
12  
1
2
3
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
10  
4 or more  
4 or more  
Total Vent Height (Measured in Feet Above Draft Hood)  
15 20 30 40 50 60 80  
Manifold and Common Vent Diameter (in Inches)  
Number  
if Units  
Combined  
Total Vent Height (Measured in Feet Above Draft Hood)  
15 20 30 40 50 60 80  
Manifold and Common Vent Diameter (in Inches)  
Number  
if Units  
Combined  
Total Input  
Btuh x 1000  
Total Input  
Btuh x 1000  
10  
100  
10  
100  
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1220  
1830  
2440  
3050  
3660  
4270  
4880  
5490  
6100  
6710  
7320  
18  
22  
26  
28  
32  
34  
36  
38  
40  
42  
44  
18  
20  
24  
26  
28  
32  
34  
36  
38  
38  
42  
16  
20  
22  
26  
28  
30  
32  
34  
36  
38  
38  
16  
18  
20  
24  
26  
28  
30  
30  
32  
34  
36  
14  
18  
20  
22  
24  
26  
28  
30  
30  
32  
34  
14  
16  
18  
22  
24  
24  
26  
28  
30  
30  
32  
14  
16  
18  
20  
22  
24  
26  
28  
28  
28  
32  
14  
16  
18  
20  
22  
22  
24  
26  
26  
28  
30  
14  
14  
16  
18  
20  
22  
24  
24  
26  
26  
28  
2
3
4
600  
900  
1200  
14  
16  
18  
12  
14  
16  
12  
14  
16  
12  
14  
14  
10  
12  
14  
10  
12  
14  
10  
12  
14  
10  
12  
12  
10  
12  
12  
MODEL HW-399 BOILER  
Draft Hood Outlet 10"  
Required Connector or Smoke Pipe Diameter  
Input: 399,000 Btuh  
10  
11  
12  
Total Vent Height (Measured in Feet Above Draft Hood)  
Connector  
Rise in Feet  
10  
15  
20  
30  
40  
50  
60  
80  
100  
Connector Diameter (in Inches)  
1
2
3
12  
12  
12  
10  
12  
12  
10  
10  
12  
12  
10  
10  
12  
10  
10  
10  
12  
10  
10  
10  
12  
10  
10  
10  
12  
10  
10  
10  
12  
10  
10  
10  
12  
10  
10  
10  
MODEL HW-670 BOILER  
Input: 660,000 or 670,000 Btuh  
Required Connector or Smoke Pipe Diameter  
Draft Hood Outlet 12"  
4 or more  
Total Vent Height (Measured in Feet Above Draft Hood)  
15 20 30 40 50 60 80  
Manifold and Common Vent Diameter (in Inches)  
Number  
if Units  
Combined  
Total Input  
Btuh x 1000  
Total Vent Height (Measured in Feet Above Draft Hood)  
10  
100  
Connector  
Rise in Feet  
10  
15  
20  
30  
40  
50  
60  
80  
100  
Connector Diameter (in Inches)  
2
3
4
798  
1197  
1596  
14  
18  
20  
14  
16  
20  
14  
16  
18  
12  
14  
16  
12  
14  
16  
12  
14  
16  
12  
14  
14  
12  
14  
14  
12  
12  
14  
1
2
3
16  
14  
14  
12  
14  
14  
14  
12  
14  
14  
12  
12  
14  
14  
12  
12  
14  
14  
12  
12  
14  
12  
12  
12  
14  
12  
12  
12  
14  
12  
12  
12  
14  
12  
12  
12  
4 or more  
Total Vent Height (Measured in Feet Above Draft Hood)  
15 20 30 40 50 60 80  
Manifold and Common Vent Diameter (in Inches)  
Number  
if Units  
Combined  
MODEL HW-420 BOILER  
Total Input  
Btuh x 1000  
10  
100  
Input: 420,000 Btuh  
Draft Hood Outlet 10"  
Required Connector or Smoke Pipe Diameter  
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1220  
1830  
2440  
3050  
3660  
4270  
4880  
5490  
6100  
6710  
7320  
18  
22  
26  
28  
32  
34  
36  
38  
40  
42  
46  
18  
20  
24  
26  
28  
32  
34  
36  
38  
38  
44  
16  
20  
22  
26  
28  
30  
32  
34  
36  
38  
40  
16  
18  
20  
24  
26  
28  
30  
30  
32  
34  
38  
14  
18  
20  
22  
24  
26  
28  
30  
30  
32  
36  
14  
16  
18  
22  
24  
24  
26  
28  
30  
30  
34  
14  
16  
18  
20  
22  
24  
26  
28  
28  
28  
34  
14  
16  
18  
20  
22  
22  
24  
26  
26  
28  
32  
14  
14  
16  
18  
20  
22  
24  
24  
26  
26  
30  
Total Vent Height (Measured in Feet Above Draft Hood)  
Connector  
Rise in Feet  
10  
15  
20  
30  
40  
50  
60  
80  
100  
Connector Diameter (in Inches)  
1
2
3
12  
12  
12  
10  
12  
12  
10  
10  
12  
12  
10  
10  
12  
10  
10  
10  
12  
10  
10  
10  
12  
10  
10  
10  
12  
10  
10  
10  
12  
10  
10  
10  
12  
10  
10  
10  
4 or more  
Total Vent Height (Measured in Feet Above Draft Hood)  
15 20 30 40 50 60 80  
Manifold and Common Vent Diameter (in Inches)  
Number  
if Units  
Combined  
Total Input  
Btuh x 1000  
10  
11  
12  
10  
100  
2
3
4
840  
1260  
1680  
14  
18  
20  
14  
16  
20  
14  
16  
18  
12  
14  
16  
12  
14  
16  
12  
14  
16  
12  
14  
14  
12  
14  
14  
12  
12  
14  
Known:  
(5) model HW-610 boilers. (See illustration).  
Connector rise - 2' (Note 1' is minimum). Total vent  
height 30'.  
MODEL HW-520 BOILER  
Input: 520,000 Btuh  
Draft Hood Outlet 10"  
Required Connector or Smoke Pipe Diameter  
Total Vent Height (Measured in Feet Above Draft Hood)  
Connector  
Rise in Feet  
10  
15  
20  
30  
40  
50  
60  
80  
100  
Connector Diameter (in Inches)  
Problem:  
Determine diameter of connector, manifold and  
common vent.  
1
2
3
14  
12  
12  
12  
14  
12  
12  
12  
14  
12  
12  
12  
12  
12  
12  
12  
12  
12  
10  
10  
12  
12  
10  
10  
12  
12  
10  
10  
12  
12  
10  
10  
12  
12  
10  
10  
4 or more  
Procedure: Enter the top of the HW-610 table (total vent height)  
at 30' and the side at 2' (connector rise). A 14"  
connector diameter is indicated for each connector  
rise.  
Total Vent Height (Measured in Feet Above Draft Hood)  
15 20 30 40 50 60 80  
Manifold and Common Vent Diameter (in Inches)  
Number  
if Units  
Combined  
Total Input  
Btuh x 1000  
10  
100  
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1040  
1560  
2080  
2600  
3120  
3640  
4160  
16  
20  
22  
26  
28  
30  
32  
16  
18  
22  
24  
26  
28  
30  
14  
18  
20  
22  
24  
26  
28  
14  
16  
18  
20  
22  
24  
26  
14  
16  
18  
20  
22  
24  
24  
14  
14  
18  
18  
20  
22  
24  
12  
14  
16  
18  
20  
22  
22  
12  
14  
16  
18  
18  
20  
22  
12  
14  
14  
18  
18  
20  
20  
To determine the manifold and common vent size, enter table on this  
page (total vent height) at 30 and the side at 5 boilers. A manifold  
diameter of 24" (610 mm) is indicated.  
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SYSTEM INSTALLATIONS  
1. CONVENTIONAL INSTALLATIONS  
All modern hydronic type boilers are exceptionally fast heating units.  
The low water volumes in relation to firing rates require special  
attention to water flow rates for smooth, efficient operation. These  
considerations for the A. O. Smith copper heat exchanger boilers  
are covered below.  
Conventional 200F (100C) drop in systems for a fully loaded boiler  
will maintain the following approximate flow rates:  
MODELS  
GPM (LPM)  
HW-300  
HW-399  
HW-420  
HW-520  
HW-610/670  
23 (87)  
30 (114)  
35 (132)  
39 (148)  
46 (175)  
Figure 7 on page 14 shows a typical installation of the boiler with pipe  
sizing and circulator selected by the installer to provide adequate  
water flow whenever the boiler is firing.  
ONE BOILER INSTALLED  
INDEPENDENT OF THE PRIMARY SYSTEM  
FIGURE 11.  
In a system with several large zones of which any might be smaller  
than approximately 1/3 of the system should include a hydronic  
balancer as shown in Figure 7. The balancer connects between  
the system supply and the return line before the circulator inlet.  
Adjustment of the balancing cock should permit adequate boiler flow  
rate when only the smallest zone is in operation.  
Total heating requirements for the building can be supplied by a  
series of boiler loops all connecting to a common pipe joining the  
system supply and return mains. The supply and return branches of  
each boiler loop must join the common pipe only a short nipple length  
apart. The different sets of branches should be installed reasonably  
close together, but not necessarily to the short nipple length as  
required for the supply and return of each set. These branches may  
be made with tees or with welded connections.  
Attention should be given to balancing inputs and water flow rates  
where wide variations of system flow rates can occur.  
The installer is reminded that the total boiler flow rates need not  
match the system flow rate.  
Therecommendedminimumowratesthatwillresultinapproximately  
500F (300C) temperature rise across the boiler are as follows:  
TABLE 6.  
PUMP AND PIPE SIZING DATA  
MODELS  
GPM (LPM)  
(PIPING FROM TEES IN MAIN TO BOILER BRANCHES)  
HW-300  
HW-399  
HW-420  
HW-520  
HW-610  
HW-670  
9 (34)  
12 (45)  
14 (53)  
16 (61)  
18 (69)  
20 (76)  
Model  
Temp. Rise °F (°C) G.P.M. *Pump Size Pipe Size  
20 (10)  
30 (15)  
30 (15)  
40 (20)  
20 (10)  
35 (15)  
40 (20)  
40 (20)  
20 (10)  
35 (15)  
40 (20)  
40 (20)  
20 (10)  
20 (10)  
35 (17)  
40 (20)  
20 (10)  
30 (15)  
35 (17)  
40 (20)  
23  
15  
15  
11  
30  
20  
15  
15  
32  
21  
16  
16  
39  
26  
23  
20  
51  
34  
29  
25  
1-1/2" PR  
150  
2"  
1-1/2"  
1-1/4"  
1"  
HW-300  
125  
100  
60-13  
1-1/2" HV  
150  
If system flow rate is unknown, or if zoning creates extreme variations  
in flow rates, the boiler should be installed as shown in Figure 11 on  
this page for A. O. Smith LINEAR-TEMP installations.  
2"  
1-1/2"  
1-1/2"  
1-1/4"  
2"  
1-1/2"  
1-1/2"  
1-1/4"  
2-1/2"  
2"  
1-1/2"  
1-1/2"  
3"  
2-1/2"  
2"  
HW-399  
HW-420  
125  
2. LINEAR-TEMP INSTALLATIONS  
60-13  
1-1/2" HV  
150  
A. New Installations  
125  
A. O. Smith LINEAR-TEMP systems have been designed to provide  
efficient, trouble-free operation of the boiler sizes covered in this  
manual with any of the following conditions:  
2-1/2"  
1-1/2" HV  
1-1/2" HV  
150  
60-13  
2-1/2"  
2"  
HW-520  
a. Unknown system flow rate  
b. Varying flow rate as with zoned systems  
c. Multiple boiler installations  
HW-610/670  
1-1/2" HV  
1-1/2"  
Figure 11 on this page shows piping and accessory arrangement  
for a boiler pumped independent of the primary system mains. Pipe  
sizing and boiler loop pump selection data are shown in Table 6 for  
several different temperature rises across the boilers.  
NOTE: Pipe loop sizes and pump selections based on  
50 equivalent feet of pipe and fittings.  
*All pump sizes listed are B & G model numbers.  
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NO.  
SUGGESTED ITEMS FOR INSTALLATION  
Short pipe nipple and pair of boiler loop tees in piping  
1
between system supply and return. One set per each group  
of boilers.  
2
3
4
5
6
Boiler pipe loop. See piping sizing data.  
Boiler circulator. See pump sizing data.  
Thermometer.  
Theraltimeter.  
Plug cock to control flow rate.  
Safety flow switches. For interlock with other systems or  
instead of low water cutoff.  
7
8
Relief valve.  
With one -300, -399 or -420 item 9 is - sensing element of  
remote control.  
With a group of -300's, -399's or -420's, item 9 is - for 1st  
boiler, the sensing element as above. For additional boilers,  
install a 2nd limit control if required by local codes. With  
any -520, -610 or 670 boilers, install 2nd limit control here if  
required by local code.  
BOILER INLET - OUTLET SIZES  
HW-300 - 1-1/4", HW-399 - 1-1/2", HW-420 - 1-1/2",  
HW-520 & HW-610 - 2".  
HW-300 - 1-1/4", HW-399 - 1-1/2", HW-420 - 1-1/2", HW-520  
& HW-670 - 2".  
SCHEMATIC OF THE LINEAR-TEMP® SYSTEM  
9
FIGURE 12.  
Supply and return headers of the old system should be connected  
to the boiler loop with a pair of tees set close together. The boiler  
loop pump and the boiler(s) should be wired to operate only when  
any of the system pumps are in operation. The number of zone  
pumps that may be in operation at any particular time will take  
their required flow rate out from the first tee in the boiler piping.  
This water will be circulated through the proper branches from  
the supply header to the zones calling for heat. The water will be  
brought back to the return header and then into the second tee in  
the boiler pipe loop. There will be no conflict between the boiler  
pump and the zone pumps when the two tees in the boiler loop  
are placed close together.  
10  
10  
MINIMUM BRANCH SIZES TO BOILERS  
HW-300 - 1-1/4"  
HW-520, 610 (Single boiler  
11 HW-399 - 1-1/2"  
per pump) 2"  
HW-420 - 1-1/2"  
HW-300 - 1-1/4"  
11 HW-399 - 1-1/2"  
HW-520, 670 (Single boiler  
per pump) 2"  
Normal use of flow control valves is required to prevent cross  
circulation of zones as with any multiple pump system. Flow control  
is not required on boiler circuit.  
HW-420 - 1-1/2"  
Flow control valve. Required only if flow rate of system  
12 primary is excessive for size of boiler branch tees or if chilled  
water main is above boilers.  
13 System supply temperature thermometer.  
Attention should be given to balancing gas inputs and water flow  
rates. Large systems with multiple boilers should include main water  
temperature control (with or without outdoor reset) to stage the boilers  
on and off in relation to the load on the system.  
Boiler headers for three (3) boilers can be larger than pipe  
loop, if desired, to aid in balancing.  
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3. WATER SUPPLY LINE  
These boilers can be used ONLY in a forced circulation hot water  
The system flow rate is selected to give the desired system heating system. Since most forced circulation systems will be of  
the closed type, install the water supply line as shown on piping  
diagrams, Figure 7 to 11 on pages 14 and 18.  
temperature drop - depending on the design criteria.  
The boiler generator flow rates, on the other hand, should be  
selected to give the temperature rise through the generator that is  
both economical and offers the best generator efficiency.  
Fast filling of large pipe, old radiator installations and pressure  
purging of series loop systems (where high pressures are not  
available) requires bypassing of the pressure reducing valve.  
Generally, pressure purging is not possible with a well pump system.  
High point air venting is essential.  
The boiler temperature rise is normally between 100C and 200C (200F  
and 400F). The system temperature that will be introduced to the  
boiler (inlet temperature) plus the selected boiler temperature rise  
selected from PUMP AND PIPE SIZING DATA should not exceed  
the high limit control setting of 1150C (2400F).  
If the system is of the open type, a pressure reducing valve  
will not be required as the water supply to the system will be  
controlled by a manually operated valve. An overhead surge  
tank is required.  
There should be a relation of the minimum system load to the size  
boiler selected as the first firing or base boiler. This will stabilize  
operation during minimum load periods.  
4. EXPANSION TANK  
CAUTION  
A closed system will exist if a check valve (without bypass), pressure  
reducing valve (without bypass), or a water meter (without bypass) is  
installed in the cold water line between the water heater and street  
main (or well).  
B. Commercial Boiler Replacements  
Application of LINEAR-TEMP® to a commercial boiler replacement  
with an old multiple pump installation is an excellent way to modernize  
the system. The A. O. Smith boiler(s) should be installed on a pipe  
loop with a separate circulating pump selected from PUMP AND  
PIPE SIZING DATA TABLE.  
Excessive pressure may develop causing premature tank failure or  
intermittent relief valve operation. This is not a warranty failure. An  
expansion tank or a similar device may be required in the inlet supply  
line between the appliance and the meter or valve to compensate for  
the thermal expansion of water under supply pressure, see Figure 7  
on page 14.  
Figure 12 shows a line drawing of how the system headers should be  
connected to the pipe loop installed with the replacement boiler(s).  
Make-up water connections and accessories are not shown.  
An air separator as shown in the piping diagrams is recommended  
especially for modern commercial hydronic systems.  
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5. VENT VALVES  
If the boiler is connected to chilled water piping or its heating coils  
are exposed to refrigerated air, the boiler piping system must be  
equipped with flow valves or other automatic means to prevent gravity  
circulation through the boiler during the cooling cycle.  
It is recommended that automatic, loose key or screwdriver type  
vent valves be installed at each convector or radiator.  
6. MANIFOLD HEADERS  
8. CIRCULATING PUMP  
Split systems with individual supply and return lines from the boiler  
room should normally have this piping connected to supply and  
return manifold headers near the boiler. To achieve good water  
distribution with maximum pressure drop for several circuits,  
CONSTANT CIRCULATING PUMP OPERATION OF THE BOILER  
VOIDS THE WARRANTY. Constant water flow through the unit  
manifolds of at least 2-1/2" (64mm) diameter are suggested on will “wash” away the copper’s natural protective coating. This is  
HW-399, HW-420, HW-520, HW-610 and HW-670 units. HW-300  
units should have 1-1/2" (38mm) diameter manifolds.  
called velocity erosion. This erosion is not as great a problem when  
intermittent circulating operation is used per the recommended  
installation procedure. Constant circulation of water through the  
building’s system main is permissible as long as the water does not  
constantly flow through the boiler. Only all bronze or stainless steel  
circulators are to be used with the unit when it is installed in HOT  
WATER SUPPLY SYSTEMS.  
The circuits should be spaced on the header at a minimum of  
3" (76mm) center to center. Install a balancing cock in each return line.  
Manifold headers are recommended for split systems with or without  
zone valves and also those installations with zone circulators. If the  
system is to be split at remote points, good practice requires special  
attention be given to main pipe sizing to allow balancing of water flow.  
The boiler piping system of a hot water boiler connected to heating  
coils located in air handling units where they may be exposed to  
refrigerated air circulation must be equipped with flow control valves or  
other automatic means to prevent gravity circulation of the boiler water  
during the cooling cycle.  
7. COOLING PIPING  
When the boiler is used in conjunction with a refrigeration system it  
must be installed so that the chilled medium is piped in parallel with  
the boiler with appropriate valves to prevent the chilled medium from  
entering the boiler, see Figure 13.  
A TYPICAL CIRCULATING PUMP  
Water temperature in the heating system must be reduced to less  
than 1000F (38°C) before cooling system is started, or damage to  
the chiller unit may occur.  
FIGURE 14.  
Although each circulator that requires oiling is oiled and operated by  
the manufacturer, ITMUSTBE OILEDAGAIN BEFORE OPERATED.  
Oil the three oil cups (2 on the motor, 1 on the pump) as instructed  
on the oil tube supplied with the unit, see Figure 14 on this page.  
Thereafter, during the heating season, lubricate the three oil cups at  
least once every four months. Combination heating-cooling systems  
should be lubricated every four months year ‘round.  
Use 2 or 3 teaspoonsful in bearing oil cups or 12 drops in the motor  
oil cups, see Figure 14 on this page. Use No. 20 non-detergent  
motor oil.  
SCHEMATIC SHOWING PROPER PIPING ISOLATION  
OF THE BOILER FROM THE CHILLER  
FIGURE 13.  
Follow the same oiling procedure if a replacement circulator is  
installed into the system.  
GAS CONNECTIONS  
WHEN LOCAL CODES REQUIRE A MAIN MANUAL SHUTOFF  
VALVE OUTSIDE THE BOILER JACKET, A SUITABLE MAIN  
MANUALSHUTOFF VALVE MUST BE INSTALLED INALOCATION  
COMPLYING WITH THOSE CODES.  
WARNING  
THIS BOILER IS NOT INTENDED TO OPERATE AT GAS SUPPLY  
PRESSURE OTHER THAN SHOWN ON THE RATING PLATE.  
EXPOSURE TO HIGHER GAS SUPPLY PRESSURE MAY CAUSE  
DAMAGE TO GAS VALVES WHICH CAN RESULT IN FIRE OR  
EXPLOSION. IF OVERPRESSURE HAS OCCURRED SUCH AS  
THROUGH IMPROPER TESTING OF GAS LINES OR EMERGENCY  
MALFUNCTIONOFTHESUPPLYSYSTEM,THEGASVALVESMUSTBE  
CHECKEDFORSAFEOPERATION. MAKESURETHATTHEOUTSIDE  
VENTS ON THE SUPPLY REGULATORS AND THE SAFETY VENT  
VALVESAREPROTECTEDAGAINSTBLOCKAGE. THESEAREPARTS  
OFTHEGASSUPPLYSYSTEM, NOTTHEBOILER. VENTBLOCKAGE  
MAY OCCUR DURING ICE BUILD-UP OR SNOW STORMS.  
IT IS IMPORTANT TO GUARD AGAINST GAS VALVE FOULING  
FROM CONTAMINANTS IN THE GAS WAYS. SUCH FOULING  
MAY CAUSE IMPROPER OPERATION, FIRE OR EXPLOSION.  
IF COPPER SUPPLY LINES ARE USED THEY MUST BE  
CERTIFIED FOR GAS SERVICE.  
BEFORE ATTACHING THE GAS LINE BE SURE THAT ALL GAS  
PIPE IS CLEAN ON THE INSIDE.  
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Use table 7, or CAN/CSA B149.1 (current edition) to  
size iron pipe or equivalent gas supply line. Table 7  
is based on a pressure drop of 0.3 inches of water and  
a specific gravity of 0.60 approximately that of natural  
gas. (LP gas has an S.G. of about 1.53). If the service pressure  
is five inches water column or less, use one pipe size larger in  
order to minimize pressure drop in the line.  
TO TRAP ANY DIRT OR FOREIGN MATERIAL IN THE GAS  
SUPPLY LINE, A DIRT LEG (SOMETIMES CALLED DRIP  
LEG or sediment trap) MUST BE INCORPORATED IN THE  
PIPING, see Figure 1 on page 6. The dirt leg must be readily  
accessible and not subject to freezing conditions. INSTALL IN  
ACCORDANCE WITH RECOMMENDATIONS OF SERVING  
GAS SUPPLIERS. (Refer to National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI  
Z223.1 or CAN/CSA-B 149.1 Installation Codes.  
TABLE 7.  
To prevent damage, care must be taken not to apply too  
much torque when attaching gas supply pipe to the gas valve  
gas inlet.  
MAXIMUM CAPACITY OF PIPE IN CUBIC FEET OF GAS PER  
HOUR (BASED UPON A PRESSURE DROP OF 0.3 INCH  
WATER COLUMN AND 0.6 SPECIFIC GRAVITY GAS)  
Fittings and unions in the gas line must be the metal to  
metal type.  
Distance  
from Gas  
Nominal Iron Pipe Size (Inches)  
Meter  
Apply joint compounds (pipe dope) sparingly and only to the  
male threads of pipe joints. Do not apply compound to the first  
two threads. Use compounds resistant to the action of liquefied  
petroleum gases.  
1/2 3/4  
1
1 1/4 1 1/2  
2
2 1/2  
3
4
10 (3)  
20 (6)  
132 278 520 1,050 1,600 3,050 4,800 8,500 17,500  
92 190 350 730 1,100 2,100 3,300 5,900 12,000  
73 152 285 590 890 1,650 2,700 4,700 9,700  
63 130 245 500 760 1,450 2,300 4,100 8,300  
56 115 215 440 670 1,270 2,000 3,600 7,400  
50 105 195 400 610 1,150 1,850 3,250 6,800  
30 (9)  
40(12)  
50 (15)  
60 (18)  
70 (21)  
80 (24)  
90 (27)  
100 (30)  
125 (38)  
150 (45)  
175 (53)  
200 (60)  
THE BOILER AND ITS GAS CONNECTIONS MUST BE LEAK  
TESTED BEFORE PLACING THE BOILER IN OPERATION.  
Use soap and water solution or other material acceptable for  
the purpose in locating gas leaks. DO NOT USE MATCHES,  
CANDLES, FLAME OR OTHER SOURCES OF IGNITION FOR  
THIS PURPOSE.  
46  
43  
40  
38  
34  
31  
28  
26  
96 180 370 560 1,050 1,700 3,000 6,200  
90 170 350 530 990 1,600 2,800 5,800  
84 160 320 490 930 1,500 2,600 5,400  
79 150 305 460 870 1,400 2,500 5,100  
72 130 275 410 780 1,250 2,200 4,500  
64 120 250 380 710 1,130 2,000 4,100  
59 110 225 350 650 1,050 1,850 3,800  
DISCONNECT THE BOILER AND ITS MAIN MANUAL  
GAS SHUTOFF VALVE FROM THE GAS SUPPLY PIPING  
SYSTEM DURING ANY PRESSURE TESTING OF THE GAS  
SUPPLY SYSTEM OVER 1/2 PSIG (3.5kPa). THE GAS SUPPLY  
LINE MUST BE CAPPED WHEN NOT CONNECTED TO  
THE BOILER.  
55 100 210 320 610  
980 1,700 3,500  
*The heating value of Natural Gas is approximately 1,050 Btu/Ft.3.  
Propane (LP) Gas has a heating value of approximately 2,500 Btu/Ft3.  
1 cu. meter=35.31 cu. feet.  
THE BOILER MUST BE ISOLATED FROM THE GAS SUPPLY  
PIPING SYSTEM BY CLOSING ITS MAIN MANUAL GAS  
SHUTOFF VALVE DURING ANY PRESSURE TESTING OF  
THE GAS SUPPLY PIPING SYSTEM AT TEST PRESSURES  
EQUAL TO OR LESS THAN 1/2 PSIG (3.5kPa).  
Where it is necessary to use more than the average number of pipe  
fittings i.e. elbows, tees, and valves in gas supply line, use a pipe  
larger than specified to compensate for increased pressure drop.  
2B. SIZING GAS SUPPLY LINE (For multiples of over three boilers of  
same size or for multiple installations of two or more mixed sizes).  
PURGING AND SIZING  
Capacities in cubic feet per hour of 0.60 specific gravity gas for  
different sizes and lengths are shown in table 7. No additional  
allowance is necessary for an ordinary number of fittings.  
Gas line purging is required with new piping or systems in which  
air has entered.  
CAUTION  
Applications of the gravity factor converts the figures given in table  
7 to capacities with another gas of different specific gravity. Such  
application is accomplished by multiplying the capacities given in  
table 7 by the multipliers shown in table 8 on page 22.  
PURGING SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY PERSONS  
EXPERIENCED IN THIS TYPE GAS SERVICE TOAVOID RISK OF  
FIRE OR EXPLOSION. PURGE DISCHARGE MUST NOT ENTER  
CONFINEDAREAS OR SPACES WHERE IGNITION CAN OCCUR.  
THEAREAMUST BE WELLVENTILATEDANDALLSOURCES OF  
IGNITION MUST BE INACTIVATED OR REMOVED.  
To determine the size of each section of gas piping in a system within  
the range of table 7 proceed as follows:  
1. CORRECT GAS  
Determine the gas demand of each appliance to be attached  
to the piping system. When table 7 is to be used to select the  
piping size, calculate the gas demand in terms of cubic feet  
per hour for each piping system outlet. The gas demand for  
an appliance can be found by dividing its heat input rate by  
the gas’s heating value.  
Make sure the gas on which the boiler will operate is the same as  
that specified on the boiler rating plate. Do not install the boiler if  
equipped for a different type gas — consult your supplier.  
2A. SIZING GAS SUPPLY LINE (For single boiler installations  
and for installations of multiples of two or three of same  
size boilers).  
Obtain or determine the length of piping from the gas meter or  
service regulator to the appliance(s).  
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In table 7 on page 21, select the row showing the distance to  
the most remote outlet or the next longer distance if the table  
does not give the exact length. This is the only distance used in  
determining the size of any section of gas piping. If the gravity  
factor is to be applied, the values in the selected row of table 7  
are multiplied by the appropriate multiplier from table 8.  
TABLE 8.  
MULTIPLIERS TO BE USED WITH TABLE 7 WHEN APPLYING  
THE GRAVITY FACTOR TO OTHER THAN .60 SPECIFIC GRAVITY  
Specific  
Gravity  
.35  
Specific  
Gravity  
1.00  
Multiplier  
Multiplier  
1.31  
1.23  
1.16  
1.10  
1.04  
1.00  
.96  
.93  
.90  
.87  
.84  
.78  
.74  
.71  
.68  
.66  
.63  
.61  
.59  
.58  
.56  
.55  
.54  
Total the gas demands of all appliances on the piping system.  
Enter table 7, on the left hand side, at the row equal to or just  
exceeding the distance to the most remote outlet. Select the  
pipe size in the row with a capacity equal to or just exceeding  
the total gas demand. This is the required main gas supply line  
size leading away from the gas meter or regulator. To determine  
the pipe size required for each branch outlet leading away from  
the main supply line, determine the gas demand for that outlet.  
Enter table 7 on the same row, and select the branch pipe  
size for a capacity equal to or just exceeding the demand at  
that outlet. The main line can be resized for a lesser capacity  
after each branch outlet, since the gas demand is reduced.  
Total the gas demands of all remaining appliances branching  
off downstream on the main gas line. Re-enter table 8 in the  
same row and select the appropriate pipe size with adequate  
capacity. Repeat the branch sizing and main line re-sizing for  
any remaining appliances in the system.  
.40  
.45  
.50  
.55  
1.10  
1.20  
1.30  
1.40  
*.60 (Nat.)  
.65  
*1.50 (Prop.)  
1.60  
.70  
.75  
.80  
.85  
1.70  
1.80  
1.90  
*2.00 (Butane)  
2.10  
.90  
.82  
*Use these correction factors if exact specific gravity of the gas is not known.  
GAS PRESSURE REGULATORS  
The gas pressure regulator is included in the combination gas valve,  
Figure 15, and is set to operate on the gas specified on the boiler  
model and rating plate.  
GROUND  
TERMINALS (2)  
GAS VALVE KNOB  
PRESSURE REGULATOR  
ADJUSTMENT  
INLET  
PILOT  
OUTLET  
PILOT ADJUSTMENT  
(UNDER CAP SCREW)  
GAS  
CONTROL  
OUTLET  
PILOT SUPPLY  
PILOT ADJUSTMENT  
UNDER SCREW  
EXAMPLE  
FIGURE 15.  
Job Condition:  
Periodically check main burner, Figure 34 on page 39, and pilot  
flame, Figure 35 on page 40, for proper operation. This should  
be checked every six months.  
Determining the required gas pipe size for a system composed of two  
HW-420 boilers and two HW-610 boilers to be installed as a multiple  
group, 50 lineal feet from meter. Gas to be used has a .60 specific  
gravity and heating value of 1,000 Btu per cubic foot.  
Do not subject the gas valve to inlet gas pressures of more than 14"  
W.C. (1/2 P.S.I.). If higher gas pressures are encountered, a service  
regulator is necessary.  
Solution:  
2 HW-420 Boilers  
2 HW-610 Boilers  
=
=
840,000 Btuh  
1,220,000 Btuh  
TABLE 9.  
CORRECT MANIFOLD PRESSURE FOR FULL  
BOILER INPUT (IN INCHES OF WATER COLUMN)  
Total Btuh Input  
Total Btuh Input  
=
=
2,060,000 Btuh  
Model  
Number  
HW-300  
Rated  
Input  
Manifold Pressure  
Natural Propane  
3.5 10.0  
2,060,000 Btuh = 2,060 cf/h  
1,000  
300,000  
Btu per Cubic Foot of Gas  
HW-399  
HW-420  
399,000  
420,000  
520,000  
610,000  
660,000  
670,000  
3.2  
3.5  
3.5  
3.5  
3.5  
9.5  
With a cubic foot per hour demand of 2,060 and with 50 lineal  
feet of gas supply line, table 7 shows a pipe size of 3" (76mm)  
is required.  
10.0  
10.0  
10.0  
HW-520  
HW-610  
HW-670 Nat.  
HW-670 Prop.  
NOTE: For other than .60 specific gravity, apply multiplier factor as  
shown in table 8.  
10.0  
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Adjustment, if required, is performed as follows:  
5. Set primary system temperature control dial (thermostat) to  
lowest setting.  
1. Set primary system temperature control dial (thermostat) at  
lowest setting so that boiler will not call for heat.  
6. Remove pressure gauge and replace sealing plug.  
2. Attach a pressure gauge to the tapping in the control string  
elbow.  
7. Set primary system temperature control dial (thermostat) to  
desired setting.  
3. Reset primary system temperature control dial (thermostat) to  
highest setting. Main burner will now ignite.  
WARNING  
DONOTINCREASEGASPRESSUREABOVETHATSPECIFIED  
ON THE RATING PLATE, AS OVERFIRING WILL RESULT IN  
DAMAGE TO THE BOILER, AS WELL AS INCREASED RISK  
OF FIRE, SOOTING AND ASPHYXIATION.  
4. With main burner firing, adjust pressure, if necessary, by turning  
pressure regulator adjusting screw with a screwdriver.  
Clockwise to increase pressure.  
If gas pressure regulator cannot be adjusted to correct pressure with  
sufficient gas pressure at the valve, replace with new gas valve.  
Counterclockwise to decrease pressure.  
WIRING  
WIRING CONNECTIONS  
The electrical connections must be made so that the circulator will  
operate before the gas valve opens. At no time may the controlling  
system allow the burner to fire when there is no water flow through  
the boilers.  
CAUTION  
LABEL ALL WIRES PRIOR TO DISCONNECTION WHEN  
SERVICING CONTROLS. WIRING ERRORS CAN CAUSE  
IMPROPER AND DANGEROUS OPERATION. VERIFY PROPER  
OPERATION AFTER SERVICING.  
Refer to the diagrams in Figures 16 and 17 on pages 24 and  
25 for proper wiring sequence with conventional single boiler  
installations.  
1. CONVENTIONAL INSTALLATIONS  
The THERMAL BALANCER shown is factory included by  
A. O. Smith. This device serves as a pump shutdown delay switch to  
balance the rising boiler water temperature to system temperature  
before the pump stops. Overshooting of boiler temperature is  
prevented and stack loss after shutdown is negligible.  
ALLELECTRICALWORK MUSTBE INSTALLED INACCORDANCE  
WITH NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70 AND/  
OR THE CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE, PART 1, CSA C22.1,  
ELECTRICAL CODE AND MUST CONFORM TO LOCAL  
REGULATIONS.  
WARNING  
The boiler, when installed, must be electrically bonded to ground in AN ELECTRICAL GROUND IS REQUIRED TO REDUCE RISK OF  
accordance with the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction ELECTRIC SHOCK OR POSSIBLE ELECTROCUTION. Make the  
or, in the absence of such requirements, with the National Electrical ground connection to the screw provided in the electrical supply  
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 and/or the Canadian Electrical Code Part 1, junction box on the boiler.  
CSA C22.1, Electrical Code.  
IF ANY OF THE ORIGINAL WIRE, AS SUPPLIED WITH THE  
STRICT ADHERENCE TO PIPING AND WIRING DIAGRAMS IS APPLIANCE, MUST BE REPLACED, IT MUST BE REPLACED  
REQUIRED TO PREVENT CONSTANT PUMP OPERATION WHEN WITH TYPE 1050C WIRE OR ITS EQUIVALENT, EXCEPT FOR  
SYSTEM TEMPERATURE CONTROLIS SATISFIED. OTHERWISE THE FLAME SENSOR AND IGNITION CABLE WHICH ARE 2500C  
THE WARRANTY IS VOID AS STIPULATED IN THE LIMITED AND WIRES CONNECTED TO THE COIL PROTECTOR WHICH  
WARRANTY ON THE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL.  
ARE 2000C.  
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HW 300 TO 670  
I.I.D. SYSTEM  
CONNECTION DIAGRAM  
120 VAC 60 HZ  
L1 (HOT) L2 (NEUTRAL)  
GND  
4 X 4 JUNCTION BOX  
WITH TERMINAL STRIP  
IGNITION  
MODULE  
WHITE  
GAS VALVE  
MV  
** FUSED  
DISCONNECT  
SWITCH  
THERMAL  
BALANCER  
BROWN  
WHITE  
MV  
MV/PV  
PV  
MV/PV  
PV  
W
4
YELLOW  
3
1
TRANSFORMER  
Y
B
120/24V  
** WATER PUMP  
WHITE  
RED  
24V GND  
24V  
2
HIGH  
LIMIT  
GND  
R
** TANK TEMP  
PROBE  
SPARK  
BLACK  
COM NO  
COIL  
LIMIT  
TO  
PILOT  
** SAFETY FLOW  
SWITCH (REQUIRED)  
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM  
L1 (HOT)  
L2 (NEUTRAL)  
120 VAC 60 HZ  
FUSED  
DISCONNECT  
SWITCH  
THERMAL  
BALANCER  
GND  
WATER PUMP  
TANK TEMP  
PROBE  
SAFETY FLOW  
SWITCH  
120V  
24V  
HIGH LIMIT  
COIL  
LIMIT  
IGNITION MODULE  
CHASSIS  
GROUND  
MV  
PV  
MV/PV  
IGNITOR WIRE TO  
PILOT  
GAS VALVE  
%%UWIRING  
** THESE COMPONENTS  
ARE NOT FACTORY  
INSTALLED AND MUST BE  
SUPPLIED BY THE  
INSTALLER.  
NOTE: IF REPLACING ANY FACTORY WIRING, USE  
TYPE 105°C WIRE OR EQUIVALENT, EXCEPT FOR  
THE IGNITION WIRE WHICH USES 250°C WIRE  
AND THE COIL LIMIT WHICH USES 200°C WIRE.  
BY FACTORY  
BY INSTALLER  
192359-000 Rev. 3  
SINGLE STAGE I.I.D. - HONEYWELL GAS VALVE  
HW (300 thru 670). (NATURAL AND PROPANE GAS) - U.S. & CANADA  
FIGURE 16.  
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TYPICAL WIRING DIAGRAM (IID SYSTEM) FOR SINGLE BOILER LINEAR-TEMP® INSTALLATION  
FIGURE 17.  
2. LINEAR-TEMP INSTALLATIONS  
building is not under control of space temperature thermostats. A  
single bulb outdoor sensing control will prevent overheating of halls,  
Control for these systems is decided mainly by the type of building stairways or other uncontrolled areas. There are occasions when  
system controlling that is desired. A single boiler installation might outdoor temperatures are temporarily too warm for even a moderate  
be controlled directly from space temperature thermostat(s). amount of heating in these areas.  
Multiple boiler installations are more effective when the boilers are  
sequenced in and out of operation by some form of main water Space temperature controlling can be varied to meet the building  
temperature controller. With one to three boilers, individual controls requirements. Either the single thermostat, as shown, or multiple  
set at progressive temperatures may be used. For more than three zone thermostats should control a common relay. This relay  
or four boilers, a step controller is recommended.  
controls electric power to the system primary circulator and  
to the main water temperature controller. This provides for  
Individual boiler controls, or the separate stages of a step controller, water movement in the system before the main temperature  
should fire a boiler and also start the boiler loop circulator whenever controller can start the secondary circulating pump or fire  
the first boiler of a group supplied by that boiler loop is fired. Some the boiler.  
large installations may require the firing of more than one boiler  
per stage.  
Figure 17 shows a typical wiring diagram for a single boiler space  
heating installation. The boiler may be controlled by a main  
The system or primary circulator may or may not be controlled temperature controller as shown or may include outdoor reset  
by the boiler sequencer. When this pump is operated through if desired.  
the first switch of any type of step controller, care should be  
taken to determine if a motor starter is needed due to insufficient Figure 18 on page 26 shows a layout for various choices of controls  
switch capacity.  
often found in commercial heating. These layouts are not intended  
to be wiring diagrams and only show the relation of one device to  
If the primary pump is controlled by a manual switch or any other another in the system.  
controllers, the electric current supply to the boiler group should  
be through the primary pump controller. The fast response of Figure 18 is a typical layout of controls for two boilers with one  
A. O. Smith boilers eliminates any need to maintain boiler circulator and including optional outdoor reset and thermal balancer.  
temperature when the system is satisfied. Wiring should always If a secondary circulator is used with each boiler, arrangement for  
prevent firing of boiler(s) when there is no water flow in the mains. boiler no. 2 will be as shown for boiler no. 1.  
Installation diagrams show flow switches in the outlet piping from Commercial size installations are always best when designed to  
each boiler as good protection against any boiler being fired when individual building requirements.  
the boiler loop circulator is not in operation. These flow switches  
will also serve as protection if there is a loss of water.  
The layout in figure 18 is typical of many combination possibilities to  
meet the requirements of different buildings. Brand names of controls  
Outdoor vent systems will normally require an automatic shutdown shown are suggestions and not directly related to any particular type  
control if there is a continuous recirculating main and/or if the entire of system. THESE LAYOUTS ARE NOT WIRING DIAGRAMS.  
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NOTE:  
3. Outdoor thermostat required if building controls do not provide  
automatic shutdown of reset controls during warm weather.  
Boilers and Secondary Circulator are Controlled by  
• Dual Bulb, Dual Switch Controller  
1. Building temperature controls supply electric power to building  
circulator.  
2. Main flow switch proves main water flow before energizing  
sequencing and resetting controls.  
Staging and Outdoor Reset of Main Water Temperature  
CONTROL APPLICATION DIAGRAM - TWO BOILER LINEAR-TEMP® INSTALLATION WITH TWO CIRCULATORS  
FIGURE 18.  
NOTE:  
Boilers and Secondary Circulator are Controlled by  
1. Building temperature controls supply electric power to building circulator.  
2. Main flow switch proves main water flow before energizing • One Dual Bulb, Dual Switch Mechanical Controller and  
sequencing and resetting controls.  
• One Dual Bulb, single Switch Mechanical Controller  
3. Outdoor thermostat required if building controls do not provide  
automatic shutdown of reset controls during warm weather.  
Sequencing and Outdoor Reset of Main Water Temperature.  
CONTROL APPLICATION DIAGRAM - THREE BOILER LINEAR-TEMP® INSTALLATION WITH THREE CIRCULATORS  
FIGURE 19.  
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NOTE:  
1. Building temperature controls supply electric  
power to building circulator.  
2. Main flow switch proves main water flow before  
energizing sequencing and resetting controls.  
3. Outdoor thermostat required if building controls do  
not provide automatic shutdown of reset controls  
during warm weather.  
Boilers and Secondary  
Circulator are Controlled by  
Dual Bulb, Dual Switch Controller  
Staging and Outdoor Reset of  
Main Water Temperature  
CONTROL APPLICATION DIAGRAM - FOUR BOILER LINEAR-TEMP® INSTALLATION WITH TWO CIRCULATORS  
FIGURE 20.  
27  
CER-TEMP 80 - 1 UNIT INSTALLATION - FOR HOT WATER SUPPLY APPLICATION  
CANADIAN MODELS, JUNCTION BOX W/6 TERMINALS  
FIGURE 21.  
CER-TEMP 80 - 1 UNIT INSTALLATION - FOR HOT WATER SUPPLY APPLICATION  
U.S. MODELS, JUCNTION BOX W/4 TERMINALS  
FIGURE 22.  
FIGURE 23.  
28  
CER-TEMP 80 - 2 OR 3 UNIT INSTALLATION - FOR HOT WATER SUPPLY APPLICATION  
CANADIAN MODELS, JUNCTION BOX W/6 TERMINALS  
FIGURE 24.  
29  
SCHEMATIC  
CANADIAN MODELS, JUNCTION BOX W/6 TERMINALS  
FIGURE 25.  
30  
CER-TEMP 80 - 2 OR 3 UNIT INSTALLATION CONNECTION DIAGRAM  
(FOR HOT WATER SUPPLY APPLICATION)  
U.S. MODELS, JUNCTION BOX W/4 TERMINALS  
FIGURE 26.  
31  
CER-TEMP 80 - 2 OR 3 UNIT INSTALLATION SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM  
(FOR HOT WATER SUPPLY APPLICATION)  
U.S. MODELS, JUNCTION BOX W/4 TERMINALS  
FIGURE 27.  
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PIPING  
ONE HW-300, HW-399, HW-420, HW-520, HW-610 OR ONE HW-670 UP-FLOW MODEL  
COMMERCIAL BOILER WITH VERTICAL TANK  
DANGER  
TEMPERATURE SETTING SHOULD NOT EXCEED SAFE USE  
TEMPERATURE AT FIXTURES. SEE TANK TEMPERATURE  
CONTROL WARNING ON PAGE 11. IF HIGHER PREHEAT  
TEMPERATURESARE NECESSARY TO OBTAINADEQUATE  
BOOSTER OUTPUT, ADD AN ANTI-SCALD VALVE FOR HOT  
WATER SUPPLIED TO FIXTURES.  
IMPORTANT  
THE INSTALLATION OF SAFETYFLOW SWITCHAS SHOWN IS REQUIREDTO PROTECTTHE BOILER IN CASE OF WATER SERVICE  
INTERRUPTION OR CIRCULATOR FAILURE.  
+
PIPING AND FITTINGS BETWEEN GATE VALVES AND BOILERS SHOULD BE BRASS OR BRONZE. OTHER PIPING SHOULD  
CONFORM TO LOCAL CODES.  
GATE VALVES ARE SHOWN FOR SERVICING BOILER. HOWEVER, LOCAL CODES SHALL GOVERN THEIR USAGE.  
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE RATING SHOULD NOT EXCEED PRESSURE CAPACITY OF ANY COMPONENT IN THE SYSTEM.  
*
** INSTALL THERMOMETER AND PRESSURE RELIEF IN OPENINGS PROVIDED ON HW-520, HW-610 & HW-670.  
WIRING - FIGURES 16 and 17 on  
pages 24 and 25.  
INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE  
WITH ALL LOCAL CODES  
USE THIS TABLE FOR CORRECT  
PUMP AND WATER PIPE SIZE  
Minimum  
Pipe Size  
(Inches)  
B & G  
Pump  
Size  
Model  
Number  
*Armstrong  
Pump Size  
HW-300  
HW-399  
1-1/4"  
1-1/2"  
1-1/2"  
1-1/2"  
2"  
125  
S-25 1-1/4"  
H-32 1-1/2"  
H-32 1-1/2"  
H-32 1-1/2"  
S-35  
1-1/2" HV  
1-1/2" HV  
1-1/2" HV  
2"  
HW-420  
HW-520  
HW-610/670  
* Assumes 50 equivalent feet of piping or less.  
FIGURE 28.  
33  
ONE HW-300, HW-399, HW-420, HW-520, HW-610 OR ONE HW-670 UP-FLOW MODEL  
COMMERCIAL BOILER WITH HORIZONTAL TANK  
DANGER  
TEMPERATURE SETTING SHOULD NOT EXCEED SAFE USE  
TEMPERATURE AT FIXTURES. SEE TANK TEMPERATURE  
CONTROL WARNING ON PAGE 11. IF HIGHER PREHEAT  
TEMPERATURES ARE NECESSARY TO OBTAIN ADEQUATE  
BOOSTER OUTPUT, ADD AN ANTI-SCALD VALVE FOR HOT  
WATER SUPPLIED TO FIXTURES.  
IMPORTANT  
THE INSTALLATION OF SAFETY FLOW SWITC
IS REQUIRED TO PROTECT THE BOILER IN CA
SERVICE INTERRUPTION OR CIRCULATOR F
+
PIPING AND FITTINGS BETWEEN GATE
BOILERS SHOULD BE BRASS OR BRO
PIPING SHOULD CONFORM TO LOCAL C
GATE VALVES ARE SHOWN FOR SERVIC
HOWEVER, LOCAL CODES SHALL GOVERN T
*
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE RATING S
EXCEED PRESSURE CAPACITY OF ANY
IN THE SYSTEM.  
** INSTALL THERMOMETER AND PRESSU
OPENINGS PROVIDED ON HW-520, HW-6
WIRING - FIGURES 16 and 17 on  
pages 24 and 25.  
INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE  
WITH ALL LOCAL CODES  
USE THIS TABLE FOR CORRECT  
PUMP AND WATER PIPE SIZE  
Minimum  
Pipe Size  
(Inches)  
B & G  
Pump  
Size  
Model  
Number  
*Armstrong  
Pump Size  
HW-300  
HW-399  
1-1/4"  
1-1/2"  
1-1/2"  
1-1/2"  
2"  
125  
S-25 1-1/4"  
H-32 1-1/2"  
H-32 1-1/2"  
H-32 1-1/2"  
S-35  
1-1/2" HV  
1-1/2" HV  
1-1/2" HV  
2"  
HW-420  
HW-520  
HW-610/670  
* Assumes 50 equivalent feet of piping or less.  
FIGURE 29.  
34  
TWO HW-399's, HW-420's, HW-520's, HW-610's or HW-670's UP-FLOW MODEL  
COMMERCIAL BOILER WITH VERTICAL TANK, CER-TEMP 80  
IMPORTANT  
THE INSTALLATION OF SAFETY FLOW SWITCH AS SHOWN IS  
REQUIRED TO PROTECTTHE BOILER IN CASE OF WATER SERVICE  
INTERRUPTION OR CIRCULATOR FAILURE.  
+
PIPING AND FITTINGS BETWEEN GATE VALVES AND BOILERS  
SHOULD BE BRASS OR BRONZE. OTHER PIPING SHOULD  
CONFORM TO LOCAL CODES.  
GATE VALVES ARE SHOWN FOR SERVICING BOILER. HOWEVER,  
OVERN THEIR USAGE.  
F VALVE RATING SHOULD NOT EXCEED  
ITY OF ANY COMPONENT IN THE SYSTEM.  
ETERAND PRESSURE RELIEF IN OPENINGS  
520, HW-610 & HW-670.  
DANGER  
TEMPERATURE SETTING SHOULD NOT EXCEED SAFE USE TEMPERATURE  
AT FIXTURES. SEE TANK TEMPERATURE CONTROL WARNING ON PAGE 11. IF  
HIGHER PREHEAT TEMPERATURES ARE NECESSARY TO OBTAIN ADEQUATE  
BOOSTER OUTPUT, ADD AN ANTI-SCALD VALVE FOR HOT WATER SUPPLIED  
TO FIXTURES.  
WIRING - FIGURES 21 to 27 on  
pages 28 to 32.  
HEATERS SPACED 30" APART  
INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE  
WITH ALL LOCAL CODES  
USE THIS TABLE FOR CORRECT  
PUMP AND WATER PIPE SIZE  
Minimum  
B & G  
Pipe Size  
Model  
Number  
*Armstrong  
Pump Size  
Pump  
Size  
(Inches)  
A
B
HW-300  
HW-399  
2"  
2"  
1-1/2"  
1-1/2"  
1-1/2"  
1-1/2"  
1-1/2"  
2"  
2"  
S-35  
S-35  
HW-420  
2"  
2"  
S-35  
HW-520  
2"  
2"  
S-35  
HW-610/670  
2-1/2"  
2-1/2"  
S-45 2-1/2"  
* Assumes 50 equivalent feet of piping or less.  
FIGURE 30.  
35  
TWO HW-300's, HW-399's, HW-420's, HW-520's, HW-610's OR HW-670's UP-FLOW MODEL  
COMMERCIAL BOILER WITH HORIZONTAL TANK  
IMPORTANT  
THE INSTALLATION OF SAFETY FLOW SWITCH AS SHOWN  
IS REQUIRED TO PROTECT THE BOILER IN CASE OF WATER  
SERVICE INTERRUPTION OR CIRCULATOR FAILURE.  
+
PIPING AND FITTINGS BETWEEN GATE VALVES AND  
BOILERS
PIPING SH
GATE VALVES
HOWEVER, LOC
*
PRESSUR
EXCEED P
IN THE SYS
** INSTALL T
OPENINGS
WIRING - FIGURES 21 to 27 on  
pages 28 to 32.  
INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE  
WITH ALL LOCAL CODES  
DANGER  
TEMPERATURE SETTING SHOULD NOT EXCEED SAFE USE TEMPERATURE AT  
FIXTURES.SEETANKTEMPERATURECONTROLWARNINGONPAGE11.IFHIGHER  
PREHEAT TEMPERATURES ARE NECESSARY TO OBTAIN ADEQUATE BOOSTER  
OUTPUT, ADD AN ANTI-SCALD VALVE FOR HOT WATER SUPPLIED TO FIXTURES.  
USE THIS TABLE FOR CORRECT  
PUMP AND WATER PIPE SIZE  
Minimum  
B & G  
Pipe Size  
Model  
Number  
*Armstrong  
Pump Size  
Pump  
Size  
(Inches)  
A
B
HW-300  
HW-399  
2"  
2"  
1-1/2"  
1-1/2"  
1-1/2"  
1-1/2"  
1-1/2"  
2"  
2"  
S-35  
S-35  
HW-420  
2"  
2"  
S-35  
HW-520  
2"  
2"  
S-35  
HW-610/670  
2-1/2"  
2-1/2"  
S-45 2-1/2"  
* Assumes 50 equivalent feet of piping or less.  
FIGURE 31.  
36  
THREE HW-520's, HW-610's OR HW-670's UP-FLOW MODEL  
COMMERCIAL BOILER WITH VERTICAL TANK, CER-TEMP 80  
WIRING - FIGURES 21 to 27 on  
pages 28 to 32.  
INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE  
WITH ALL LOCAL CODES  
DANGER  
TEMPERATURE SETTING SHOULD NOT EXCEED SAFE USE TEMPERATURE AT  
FIXTURES.SEETANKTEMPERATURECONTROLWARNINGONPAGE11.IFHIGHER  
PREHEAT TEMPERATURES ARE NECESSARY TO OBTAIN ADEQUATE BOOSTER  
OUTPUT, ADD AN ANTI-SCALD VALVE FOR HOT WATER SUPPLIED TO FIXTURES.  
IMPORTANT  
THE INSTALLATION OF SAFETY FLOW SWITCH AS SHOWN IS REQUIRED  
TO PROTECT THE BOILER IN CASE OF WATER SERVICE INTERRUPTION OR  
CIRCULATOR FAILURE.  
+
PIPING AND FITTINGS BETWEEN GATE VALVES AND BOILERS SHOULD BE  
BRASS OR BRONZE. OTHER PIPING SHOULD CONFORM TO LOCAL CODES.  
GATE VALVESARE SHOWN FOR SERVICING BOILER. HOWEVER, LOCALCODES  
SHALL GOVERN THEIR USAGE.  
*
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE RATING SHOULD NOT EXCEED PRESSURE  
CAPACITY OF ANY COMPONENT IN THE SYSTEM.  
** INSTALLTHERMOMETERAND PRESSURE RELIEF IN OPENINGS PROVIDED  
ON HW-520, HW-610 & HW-670.  
USE THIS TABLE FOR CORRECT  
PUMP AND WATER PIPE SIZE  
Minimum  
B & G  
Pipe Size  
Model  
Number  
*Armstrong  
Pump Size  
Pump  
Size  
(Inches)  
A
B
HW-520  
2-1/2"  
3"  
1-1/2"  
1-1/2"  
2"  
S-45 2-1/2"  
HW-610/670  
3" HD-3  
S-46  
* Assumes 50 equivalent feet of piping or less.  
FIGURE 32.  
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THREE HW-520's, HW-610's OR HW-670's UP-FLOW MODEL  
COMMERCIAL BOILER WITH HORIZONTAL TANK, CER-TEMP 80  
DANGER  
TEMPERATURE SETTING SHOULD NOT EXCEED SAFE USE TEMPERATURE AT  
FIXTURES. SEETANKTEMPERATURECONTROLWARNING. IFHIGHERPREHEAT  
TEMPERATURESARE NECESSARY TO OBTAINADEQUATE BOOSTER OUTPUT,  
ADD AN ANTI-SCALD VALVE FOR HOT WATER SUPPLIED TO FIXTURES.  
IMPORTANT  
THE INSTALLATION OF SAFETY FLOW SWITCH AS SHOWN IS REQUIRED  
TO PROTECT THE BOILER IN CASE OF WATER SERVICE INTERRUPTION OR  
CIRCULATOR FAILURE.  
+
PIPING AND FITTINGS BETWEEN GATE VALVES AND BOILERS SHOULD BE  
BRASS OR BRONZE. OTHER PIPING SHOULD CONFORM TO LOCAL CODES.  
GATE VALVESARE SHOWN FOR SERVICING BOILER. HOWEVER, LOCALCODES  
SHALL GOVERN THEIR USAGE.  
*
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE RATING SHOULD NOT EXCEED PRESSURE  
CAPACITY OF ANY COMPONENT IN THE SYSTEM.  
** INSTALLTHERMOMETERAND PRESSURE RELIEF IN OPENINGS PROVIDED  
ON HW-520, HW-610 & HW-670.  
USE THIS TABLE FOR CORRECT  
PUMP AND WATER PIPE SIZE  
Minimum  
Pipe Size  
(Inches)  
B & G  
Pump  
Size  
Model  
*Armstrong  
Number  
Pump Size  
WIRING - FIGURES 21 to 27 on  
pages 28 to 32.  
A
2-1/2"  
3"  
B
HW-520  
1-1/2"  
1-1/2"  
2"  
S-45 2-1/2"  
HEATERS SPACED 24" APART  
HW-610/670  
3" HD-3  
S-46  
INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE  
WITH ALL LOCAL CODES  
* Assumes 50 equivalent feet of piping or less.  
FIGURE 33.  
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OPERATION AND START-UP INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING  
CAUTION  
After placing boiler into operation, the ignition system safety shutoff  
device must be tested by the following test method.  
SHOULD OVERHEATING OCCUR OR THE GAS SUPPLY  
FAIL TO SHUT OFF, DO NOT TURN OFF OR DISCONNECT  
THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY TO THE PUMP. INSTEAD,  
SHUTOFF THE GAS SUPPLY AT A LOCATION EXTERNAL TO  
THE APPLIANCE.  
1. Reset High Limit Temperature Control to lowest setting.  
(See figure 2 on page 8).  
2. Reset System Controller to maximum setting, causing a call for heat  
and allowing unit to run until High Limit Temperature Control trips.  
PILOT AND MAIN BURNER  
To maintain safe operation of the boiler, check the pilot and the main  
burner once every six months for proper flame characteristics.  
3. Resetting the High Limit Temperature Control to a higher setting,  
unit should run.  
1. MAIN BURNER  
4. Reset System Controller and High Limit Temperature Control to  
desired temperature. If unit fails to run, see Trouble-Shooting in  
this manual.  
The main burner, Figure 34, should display the following  
characteristics:  
Before operating the boiler, the entire system must be filled with  
water, purged of air and checked for leaks. Do not use Stop Leak  
or other boiler compounds. The gas piping should also be leak  
tested.  
Provide complete combustion of gas.  
Cause rapid ignition and carryover of flame across entire burner.  
Give reasonably quiet operation during ignition, burning and  
extinction.  
Any safety devices including low water cutoffs used in conjunction  
with this boiler should receive periodic (every six months) inspection  
to assure proper operation. A low water cutoff device of the float  
type should be flushed every six months. All relief valves should be  
inspected and manually operated at least twice a year.  
Cause no excessive lifting of flame from burner ports.  
If the proceeding burner characteristics are not evident, check for  
accumulation of lint or other foreign material that restricts or blocks  
the air openings to the burner or boiler.  
IMPORTANT  
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT A QUALIFIED PERSON PERFORM  
THE INITIAL FIRING OF THE BOILER. AT THIS TIME THE  
USER SHOULD NOT HESITATE TO ASK THE INDIVIDUAL  
ANY QUESTIONS WHICH HE MAY HAVE IN REGARD TO THE  
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE UNIT.  
Also check for good flow of combustion and ventilating air to the unit.  
Maintain a clear area around the boiler at all times.  
FILLING THE SYSTEM  
1. Fast fill system through bypass until pressure approaches  
desired system pressure. Close bypass valve and permit  
pressure to be established by the pressure reducing valve.  
FIGURE 34.  
2. Vent all high points in system to purge system of air.  
The boiler should be periodically inspected by a qualified servicer  
for continuous safe operation.  
If pressure bleeding of system is desired, install valves as shown in  
Figure 7 on page 14.  
Qualified servicers should follow this procedure when the boiler’s  
burners need cleaning.  
Wherecastironradiationandmotorizedvalvesareused, conventional  
system pressure and installation practices should be followed.  
1. Turn off the electrical power and close the main manual gas  
shutoff valve. See L&O instructions on pages 43 and 44.  
Provisions should be made to permit manual venting of radiators  
or convectors.  
Allow boiler parts to cool before disassembly.  
PRECAUTIONS  
2. Remove main burner manifold assembly from boiler.  
If the unit is exposed to the following, do not operate boiler until all  
corrective steps have been made by a qualified serviceman:  
Refer to parts list supplied with this manual for  
disassembly aid.  
1. Flooding to level of burner or controls or higher.  
2. Exposure to fire.  
3. If damaged.  
4. Firing without water.  
5. Sooting.  
3. Remove any loose foreign material such as dust or lint with  
a vacuum. Check all ports, orifices, and air openings for  
blockage. Dislodge any foreign material causing blockage.  
Remove any soot or carbon deposits with a rag making sure  
to remove any lint left on burner by vacuuming again.  
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4. Reinstall the burner manifold assembly on boiler.  
5. Restore electrical power and gas supply to boiler.  
Check for good terminal connection at the sensing probe at the pilot  
burner assembly if pilot does not light.  
Check for electrical power to the valve. If electrical power and gas  
are present at the valve and the pilot does not operate when system  
calls for heat, replace valve.  
Put the boiler back in operation by following the lighting  
instructions in this manual or on the lighting and  
operating label on the boiler. See pages 43 - 44.  
5. Low gas pressure  
Check for gas leaks and proper boiler and vent operation.  
• Adjust pilot flame by means of the pilot gas adjustment  
located in the gas valve.  
2. PILOT BURNER - ELECTRONIC IGNITION  
To establish pilot flame without main burner operation, it will be  
necessary to perform the following steps:  
• The pilot flame should envelop 3/8 to 1/2 inch of the tip  
of the thermocouple. Remove pilot adjustment cover  
screw, Figure 36. Turn inner adjustment screw or pilot  
adjustingvalveclockwisetodecrease, orcounterclockwise  
to increase pilot flame. Be sure to replace cover screw on  
combination gas valve after adjustment to prevent  
possible gas leakage.  
Servicing of the pilot burner (every six months) includes  
keeping pilot shield (not shown) free of lint, cleaning the burner  
head, the primary air opening and the orifice of the pilot burner,  
Figure 35.  
1. Open fused disconnect switch or shut off electrical power  
to the boiler.  
2. Disconnect wire from MV wire on valve.  
GROUND  
TERMINALS (2)  
3. Close fused disconnect switch to restore electrical power  
to the boiler.  
GAS VALVE KNOB  
PRESSURE REGULATOR  
ADJUSTMENT  
INLET  
PILOT  
OUTLET  
The pilot will now ignite provided the system is calling for heat.  
4. Adjust pilot flame.  
PILOT ADJUSTMENT  
(UNDER CAP SCREW)  
GAS  
CONTROL  
To adjust the pilot flame, remove the cap screw from the pilot  
adjusting screw (Figure 36) and turn to deliver a sufficient  
flame at the pilot burner to cover 3/8" to 1/2" (10-12mm) of  
the sensing probe tip. See Figure 35.  
OUTLET  
PILOT SUPPLY  
PILOT ADJUSTMENT  
UNDER SCREW  
FIGURE 36.  
6. Clogged pilot burner orifice.  
• Clean or replace orifice. A clogged orifice will restrict  
gas flow and result in low thermocouple output.  
7. Incorrect orifice.  
• Replace. The Orifice size is stamped on the  
wrench flats.  
8. Clogged primary air opening.  
Restricted air passages will soften the pilot  
flame and result in poor thermocouple flame  
impingement.  
FIGURE 35.  
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CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE INPUT  
7. Repeat steps 7 thru 11 of the OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.  
The boiler will resume normal operation.  
1. Follow steps 1 thru 6 of the OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.  
When the boiler is operating at full capacity, or full gas input,  
it should consume 1 cu. ft. of gas in approximately the time  
indicated in table 10.  
2. Attach a pressure gauge or a manometer to the manifold  
pressure tapping and refer to table 10 for correct manifold  
pressure.  
3. Follow steps 7 thru 11 of the OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.  
TABLE 10.  
CONSUMPTION RATE  
(Refer to Operating at Full Input or Full Capacity)  
4. Use this formula to “clock” the meter. Be sure that other gas  
consuming appliances are not ON during this interval.  
3600 x H = Btuh  
Time to Consume 1 cu. ft. of gas (seconds)  
Heating  
T
Btuh = The approximate actual input rate.  
Type Gas  
Value  
T =  
H =  
Time in seconds to burn one cubic foot of gas.  
Heating value of the fuel gas in Btu per cubic foot of gas.  
HW-  
300  
HW-  
399  
HW-  
420  
HW-  
520  
HW-  
610  
HW-  
670  
Btu/Ft.  
EXAMPLE:  
Natural  
1050  
2500  
12.6  
30.0  
9.5  
9.0  
7.3  
6.2  
5.7  
T = 9.0 seconds/ft3  
Propane  
22.6  
21.4  
17.3  
14.8  
13.4  
H = 1050 Btu/ft3(natural gas)  
Btuh = ?  
Gas flow through meter:  
3600 x 1050 = 420,000 Btuh  
9.0  
IMPORTANT  
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE GAS INPUT  
EXCEED THE INPUT SHOWN ON THE BOILER MODEL AND  
RATING PLATE. OVERFIRING COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE  
OR SOOTING OF THE BOILER. Minor variances from input  
on rating plate can be corrected by adjustment of gas pressure  
regulators described in GAS PRESSURE REGULATORS section  
of this manual.  
Small changes in the input rate may be made by adjusting the  
manifold pressure, see GAS PRESSURE REGULATORS. Under  
no circumstances should you exceed the maximum input rate  
for the boiler given in table 2 on page 6.  
5. Repeat steps 1 thru 6 of the OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.  
6. Remove the pressure gauge or manometer from the manifold  
pressure tapping. Replace the screw-in plug in the manifold  
pressure tap.  
The inlet gas pressure must not exceed or be less than the values  
shown on rating plate.  
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START  
THERMOSTAT (CONTROLLER) CALLS FOR HEAT  
STAGE 1  
TRIAL FOR  
IGNITION  
SPARK GENERATOR POWERED  
First valve (pilot) operator opens  
PILOT BURNER OPERATION  
Pilot burner lights.  
Module senses  
flame current.  
Pilot burner does not light  
Module  
Response  
S-8600M  
After 15 sec. ignition  
shut-down. 5 minute  
time delay before re-try.  
S-8600H  
After 15 sec. ignition  
system locks out  
must be manually reset.  
STAGE 2  
MAIN BURNER  
OPERATION  
FLAME CURRENT SENSED  
• Spark generator off.  
• Second valve operator (main) opens.  
POWER INTERRUPTION  
System shuts off, restarts  
when power is restored.  
MAIN BURNER OPERATION  
Module monitors pilot flame current.  
PILOT FLAME FAILURE  
Main valve closes.  
Module starts trial for  
ignition.  
THERMOSTAT (CONTROLLER) SATISFIED  
Valves close, pilot and main burners are off.  
END  
42  
LIGHTING AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NATURAL AND PROPANE FOR HW300 - HW399  
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING  
If you do not follow these instructions exactly,a  
fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal  
:
WARNING  
injury or loss of life.  
FLAMMABLE  
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS  
WARNING: HOT WATER CAN PRODUCE  
DO NOT TRY TO LIGHT ANY APPLIANCE.  
3rd DEGREE BURNS IN 6 SECONDS AT  
140O F. (60O C).  
DO NOT TOUCH ANY ELECTRIC SWITCH;  
DO NOT USE ANY PHONE IN YOUR BUILDING  
IMMEDIATELY CALL YOUR GAS SUPPLIER FROM  
A NEIGHBOR'S PHONE. FOLLOW THE GAS  
SUPPLIER'S INSTRUCTIONS.  
IF YOU CANNOT REACH YOUR GAS SUPPLIER,  
CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.  
IN CASE OF POWER FAILURE DO NOT ATTEMPT  
TO OPERATE APPLIANCE. IMPROPER INSTALLATION,  
ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE  
CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY  
OR LOSS OF LIFE. REFER TO THE USER'S  
INFORMATION MANUAL PROVIDED WITH THIS  
APPLIANCE. INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE  
PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER, SERVICE  
AGENCY OR THE GAS SUPPLIER.  
C.  
D.  
USE ONLY YOUR HAND TO TURN THE GAS  
CONTROL KNOB. NEVER USE TOOLS. IF THE  
KNOB WILL NOT TURN BY HAND, DON'T TRY  
TO REPAIR IT. CALL A QUALIFIED SERVICE  
TECHNICIAN. FORCE OR ATTEMPTED  
THIS APPLIANCE IS EQUIPPED WITH AN IGNITION  
DEVICE WHICH AUTOMATICALLY LIGHTS THE PILOT.  
DO NOT TRY TO LIGHT THE PILOT BY HAND.  
A.  
B.  
REPAIR MAY RESULT IN A FIRE OR EXPLOSION.  
DO NOT USE THIS APPLIANCE IF ANY PART  
HAS BEEN UNDER WATER. IMMEDIATELY CALL  
A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN TO  
INSPECT THE APPLIANCE AND TO REPLACE  
ANY PART OF THE CONTROL SYSTEM AND ANY  
GAS CONTROL WHICH HAS BEEN UNDER WATER.  
BEFORE OPERATING: SMELL ALL AROUND THE APPLI-  
ANCE AREA FOR GAS. BE SURE TO SMELL NEXT TO  
THE FLOOR BECAUSE SOME GAS IS HEAVIER THAN  
AIR AND WILL SETTLE ON THE FLOOR.  
FIGURE “C”  
GAS VALVE  
FIGURE "A"  
FIGURE "B"  
HANDLE “OFF”  
POSITION  
PILOT  
CONTROL KNOB  
ON  
ON  
FIGURE “D”  
HANDLE “ON”  
POSITION  
OFF  
OFF  
PILOT  
"OFF" POSITION  
PILOT FIRING VALVE  
"ON" POSITION  
HONEYWELL GAS VALVE  
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS  
7. TURN TOP KNOB OF GAS CONTROL COUNTER-  
CLOCKWISE TO "ON" (FIG. B). OPEN PILOT  
1.  
STOP! READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION  
ABOVE ON THIS LABEL.  
MANUAL VALVES, COUNTER-CLOCKWISE  
FIGURE “D”  
8. TURN ON ALL ELECTRIC POWER TO THE  
APPLIANCE.  
9. SET SYSTEM TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER  
TO DESIRED SETTING.  
10. WHEN CONTROLLER CALLS FOR HEAT, THE  
.
2. MAKE SURE BOILER AND SYSTEM ARE FILLED  
WITH WATER AND ALL AIR HAS BEEN EXPELLED  
FROM APPLIANCE.  
3. TURN OFF ALL ELECTRIC POWER TO THE  
APPLIANCE. SET SYSTEM TEMPERATURE  
CONTROLLER TO LOWEST SETTING. PURGE ALL  
GAS LINES OF AIR.  
CIRCULATING PUMP WILL OPERATE AND THE  
PILOT BURNER WILL BE SPARK IGNITED. GAS  
CONTROL WILL OPEN AND MAIN BURNER WILL  
THEN IGNITE. NOTE: IF PILOT FAILS TO IGNITE,  
TURN OFF APPLIANCE AND CONSULT YOUR  
"INSTALLATION AND USER'S MANUAL" FOR  
ADJUSTMENTS AND TROUBLE SHOOTING.  
4. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT THE PILOT BY HAND  
5. REFER TO DIAGRAMS ABOVE. TURN TOP KNOB OF  
GAS CONTROL & PILOT VALVE (FIG. “C”)  
CLOCKWISE  
, TO "OFF" POSITION (FIG. “A”)  
6. WAIT FIVE (5) MINUTES TO CLEAR OUT  
ANY GAS. THEN SMELL FOR GAS, INCLUDING  
NEAR THE FLOOR. IF YOU SMELL GAS,  
STOP! FOLLOW "B" IN THE SAFETY  
11. IF THE APPLIANCE WILL NOT OPERATE, FOLLOW  
THE INSTRUCTIONS "TO TURN OFF GAS TO  
APPLIANCE" AND CALL YOUR SERVICE  
TECHNICIAN OR GAS SUPPLIER.  
INFORMATION ABOVE ON THIS LABEL. IF YOU  
DON'T SMELL GAS, GO TO THE NEXT STEP.  
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE  
A.  
B.  
SET THE SYSTEM CONTROLLER TO THE  
C. TURN TOP KNOB OF GAS CONTROL VALVE  
LOWEST SETTING.  
CLOCKWISE  
CLOSE FIRINGAND PILOT MANUAL VALVES,  
CLOCKWISE . SEEABOVE.  
TO "OFF" POSITION SEE, (FIG.A).  
TURN OFF ELECTRICA L POWER  
TO APPLIANCE.  
211686-000 REV. XX  
43  
LIGHTING AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (NATURAL AND PROPANE GAS WITH I.I.D.)  
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING  
If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a  
fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal  
WARNING:  
injury or loss of life.  
FLAMMABLE  
A.THIS APPLIANCE IS EQUIPPED WITH AN IGNITION  
DEVICE WHICH AUTOMATICALLY LIGHTS THE PILOT.  
DO NOT TRY TO LIGHT THE PILOT BY HAND.  
C.USE ONLY YOUR HAND TO TURN THE GAS CONTROL  
KNOB. NEVER USE TOOLS. IF THE KNOB WILL NOT  
TURN BY HAND, DON’T TRY TO REPAIR IT. CALL A  
QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN. FORCE OR  
ATTEMPTED REPAIR MAY RESULT IN A FIRE OR  
EXPLOSION.  
B.BEFORE LIGHTING: SMELL ALL AROUND THE  
APPLIANCE AREA FOR GAS. BE SURE TO SMELL  
NEXT TOTHE FLOOR BECAUSE SOME GAS IS HEAVIER  
THAN AIR AND WILL SETTLE ON THE FLOOR.  
D.DO NOT USE THIS APPLIANCE IF ANY PART HAS BEEN  
UNDER WATER. IMMEDIATELY CALL A QUALIFIED  
SERVICE TECHNICIAN TO INSPECT THE APPLIANCE  
AND TO REPLACE ANY PART OF THE CONTROL  
SYSTEM AND ANY GAS CONTROL WHICH HAS BEEN  
UNDER WATER.  
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS  
DO NOT TRY TO LIGHT ANY APPLIANCE.  
DO NOT TOUCH ANY ELECTRIC SWITCH.  
DO NOT USE ANY PHONE IN YOUR BUILDING.  
IMMEDIATELY CALL YOUR GAS SUPPLIER FROM  
A NEIGHBOR’S PHONE. FOLLOW THE GAS  
SUPPLIER’S INSTRUCTIONS.  
IF YOU CANNOT REACH YOUR GAS  
SUPPLIER, CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.  
E. DO NOT OPERATE APPLIANCE UNLESS UNIT IS FILLED  
WITH WATER AND INLET LINES ARE FULLY OPEN.  
FIGURE “C”  
GAS VALVE  
CONTROL KNOB  
FIGURE “C”  
FIGURE “D”  
HANDLE “OFF”  
POSITION  
PILOT  
FIGURE "B"  
FIGURE "A"  
FIGURE “D”  
ON  
ON  
HANDLE “ON”  
POSITION  
PILOT  
OFF  
OFF  
HANDLE “OFF” HANDLE “ON”  
POSITION POSITION  
"OFF" POSITION "ON" POSITION  
HONEYWELL GAS VALVE  
MANUAL SHUTOFF VALVE  
PILOT FIRING VALVE  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
11. SET THERMOSTAT TO DESIRED SETTING. PILOT  
BURNER WILLBE IGNITED BYELECTRONIC SPARK.  
1.  
STOP! READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION  
ABOVE ON THIS LABEL.  
12. LOCATE PEEP HOLE IN FRONT OF THE PILOT  
BURNER. MAKE SURE PILOT IS BURNING.  
2. SET THE THERMOSTAT TO LOWEST SETTING.  
3. TURN OFF ALL ELECTRIC POWER TO THE  
APPLIANCE.  
4. THIS APPLIANCE IS EQUIPPED WITH AN IGNITION  
DEVICE WHICH AUTOMATICALLY LIGHTS THE  
PILOT. DO NOT TRY TO LIGHT THE PILOT BY HAND.  
ADVISORY: THERE IS A FIFTEEN (15) SECOND TRIAL  
PERIOD FOR PILOT IGNITION WHICH IS TIME ENOUGH  
FOR IGNITION WHEN AIR HAS BEEN BLED FROM GAS  
LINES PRIOR TO IGNITIION ATTEMPT. IF PILOT FAILS  
TO IGNITE AND YOU SUSPECT THAT IT IS DUE TO AIR  
IN THE LINES, CLOSE PILOT MANUAL VALVE AND  
REPEAT LIGHTING PROCEDURE STEPS 1 THRU 12  
5. REFER TO DIAGRAMS ABOVE. TURN TOP KNOB OF  
GAS CONTROL CLOCKWISE  
POSITION (FIG. A)  
, TO "OFF"  
13. WITH PILOT FLAME ESTABLISHED, TURN MANUAL  
SHUT OFF VALVE CLOCKWISE TO “ON” (FIG D),  
TO ALLOW GAS TO REACH MAIN BURNER. NOTE:  
6. TURN MANUAL SHUTOFF VALVE COUNTERCLOCK-  
WISE TO “OFF” (FIG C). TURN PILOT MANUAL VALVE  
COUNTERCLOCKWISE  
TO “OFF” (FIG E).  
THE REDUNDANT MAIN COMBINATION VALVE WILL  
ALREADY BE OPEN, AND MAIN BURNER WILL IGNITE.  
ADVISORY: IF MAIN BURNER FAILS TO IGNITE, MAKE  
SURE PILOT IS BURNING. IF THE APPLIANCE WILL  
NOT OPERATE, FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW  
ON THIS LABEL “TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE”  
AND CALL YOUR SERVICE TECHNICIAN OR GAS  
SUPPLIER.  
7. WAIT FIVE (5) MINUTES TO CLEAR OUT ANY GAS.  
THEN SMELL FOR GAS, INCLUDING NEAR THE  
FLOOR. IF YOU SMELL GAS, STOP! FOLLOW  
"B" IN THE SAFETY INFORMATION ABOVE ON THIS  
LABEL. IF YOU DON'T SMELL GAS, GO TO THE NEXT STEP  
8. TURN TOP KNOB OF GAS CONTROL COUNTER-  
CLOCKWISE  
TO “ON” (FIG B).  
MAIN BURNER  
PILOT BURNER  
9. TURN PILOT FIRING VALVE CLOCKWISE  
(FIG F).  
TO “ON”  
10. TURN ON ALL ELECTRIC POWER TO THE APPLIANCE  
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE  
1. T URN OFF ALL ELECTRICAL POWER TO APPLIANCE.  
2. T URN TOP KNOB OF GAS CONTRO L VALVE CLOCKWISE  
TO OFF”. (FIG. “A”)  
3. T URN MAIN FIRING VALVE COUNTER CLOCKWISE  
T URN PILO T FIRING VALVE COUNTERCLOCKWISE  
4. SET T HE THERMOSTAT TO LOWWEST SETTING.  
TO OFF” (FIG. C), AND  
TO OFF” (FIG “E”).  
210135-000 REV 02  
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REMOVAL OF EXISTING BOILER FROM A COMMON VENTING SYSTEM  
At the time of removal of an existing boiler, the following steps Place in operation the appliance being inspected. Follow the  
shall be followed with each appliance remaining connected to lighting instructions. Adjust thermostat so appliance will operate  
the common venting system placed in operation, while the other continuously.  
appliances remaining connected to the common venting system  
are not in operation.  
Test for spillage at the draft hood relief opening after 5 minutes of  
main burner operation. Use the flame of a match or candle, or smoke  
from a cigarette, cigar or pipe.  
Seal any unused openings in the common venting system.  
Visually inspect the venting system for proper size and horizontal After it has been determined that each appliance remaining  
pitch and determine there is no blockage or restriction, leakage, connected to the common venting system properly vents when tested  
corrosion and other deficiencies which could cause an unsafe as outlined above, return doors, windows, exhaust fans, fireplace  
condition.  
dampers and any other gas-burning appliance to their previous  
condition of use.  
Insofar as is practical, close all building doors and windows and  
all doors between the space in which the appliances remaining Any improper operation of the common venting system should be  
connected to the common venting system are located and other correctedsotheinstallationconformswiththeNationalFuelGasCode,  
spaces of the building. Turn on clothes dryers and any appliance ANSIZ223.1and/orCAN/CSAB149, InstallationCodes. Whenresizing  
not connected to the common venting system. Turn on any exhaust any portion of the common venting system, the common venting system  
fans, such as range hoods and bathroom exhausts, so they will should be resized to approach the minimum size as determined using  
operate at maximum speed. Do not operate a summer exhaust fan. the appropriate tables in Appendix F in the National Fuel Gas Code,  
Close fireplace dampers.  
ANSI Z223.1 and/or CAN/CSA B149 Installation Codes.  
GENERAL MAINTENANCE  
These boilers are designed to give many years of efficient and MANUAL RESET HIGH LIMIT SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST  
satisfactory service when properly operated and maintained.  
Do not depress the switch reset button prior to testing. With the  
To assure continued good performance, the following  
unit cold, disconnect the leads from the switch. With a multimeter  
recommendations are made.  
place a probe on each side of the switch. If the meter reads zero  
the switch is good. If you receive an infinite or OL signal, the reason  
could be:  
The area around the unit should be kept clean and free from lint and  
debris. Sweeping the floor around the boiler should be done carefully.  
This will reduce the dust and dirt which may enter the burner and  
pilot air passages, causing improper combustion and sooting.  
1. Protector switch contacts open.  
Depress reset button on switch (switch cannot be reset until  
water temperature in the boiler coils drop below 200°F). Meter  
should read zero.  
THE FLOW OF COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR TO THE  
BOILER MUST NOT BE OBSTRUCTED.  
2. Defective switch or bad leads.  
With leads attached, depress the switch button. If the meter does  
not read zero, the switch is defective and must be replaced.  
THE BOILER AREA MUST BE KEPT CLEAR AND FREE  
FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS, GASOLINE, AND OTHER  
FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS.  
RELIEF VALVE  
Any safety devices including low water cutoffs used in conjunction  
with this boiler should receive periodic (every six months) inspection  
to assure proper operation. A low water cutoff device of the float  
type should be flushed every six months. All relief valves should be  
inspected and manually operated at least twice a year. More frequent  
inspections may be necessary depending on water conditions.  
The safety relief valve should be opened at least twice a year to  
check its working condition. This will aid in assuring proper pressure  
relief protection. Lift the lever at the top of the valve several times  
until the valve seats properly and operate freely.  
DANGER  
THE WATER PASSING OUT OF THE VALVE DURING CHECKING  
OPERATION MAY BE EXTREMELY HOT. BEFORE OPERATING  
RELIEF VALVE MAKE SURE DRAIN LINE IS INSTALLED TO  
DIRECT DISCHARGE TOASAFE LOCATION SUCHASAN OPEN  
DRAIN, TO AVOID SCALDING OR WATER DAMAGE.  
Periodic checks, at least twice a year, should be made for water  
and/or gas leaks.  
More frequent inspections may be necessary depending on  
water conditions.  
The boiler mounted gas and electrical controls have been designed to  
give both dependable service and long life. However, malfunction can  
occur, as with any piece of equipment. It is therefore recommended  
that all components be checked periodically by a qualified serviceman  
for proper operation.  
WARNING  
SHOULD OVERHEATING OCCUR OR THE GAS SUPPLY FAIL  
TO SHUT OFF, TURN THE MANUAL GAS CONTROL VALVE TO  
THE APPLIANCE.  
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CLEANING AND FLUSHING INSTRUCTIONS  
Pipe joint compounds, soldering paste, grease on tubing and  
INTERNAL CONTAMINANTS  
pipe all tend to contaminate a system.  
Failure to flush contaminates from a system can cause solids  
to form on the inside of boiler exchangers, create excessive  
amounts of air and other gases to block circulation, foul  
various system accessories and even deteriorate circulation  
seals and impellers.  
The hydronic system must be internally cleaned and flushed  
after a new or replacement boiler has been installed to remove  
contaminants that may have accumulated during installation.  
This is doubly important when a replacement boiler is installed  
into an existing system where Stop Leak or other boiler additives  
have been used.  
It is recommended that after installation, the boiler and system  
when filled should include the proper percentage of cleaning  
solution related to approximate water volume of the system. Fire  
and circulate for about one hour and then flush clean with fresh  
water. Commercial grease removing solutions are available  
from your distributor.  
Failure to clean and flush the system can produce acid  
concentrations that become corrosive, cause gases to form  
that block water circulation or lead to formation of deposits on  
the boiler surfaces, any of which could result in damage to the  
system and circulator.  
HOT WATER SUPPLY BOILERS PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE  
All hot water heating systems should be completely flushed with  
a grease removing solution to assure trouble-tree operation.  
For care of the HW water system please refer to the A. O. Smith  
Users Information Manual supplied with the Boiler.  
PRE-TROUBLESHOOTING  
Before any extensive troubleshooting, perform the following:  
Voltage (24 vac) is supplied by transformer.  
Ensure that:  
Appliance is wired according to wiring diagram.  
Voltage (120 vac) is supplied to the appliance.  
Note: Cross wiring the 24 volt circuit of the relay will short the  
transformer.  
System control (tank temperature control, thermostat, etc.)  
is calling for appliance operation (call for heat).  
All wire terminals/connectors are firmly attached to valves,  
modules, switches, limit controls, etc.  
Other contacts (switches) are closed (relay, low water cutoff,  
flow switch, coil protector, pressure switch, etc.).  
For LP models only check for possible lockout condition of  
the the ignition module.  
Gas supply pressure is within the maximum and minimum  
operating ranges listed on the appliance rating plate/label.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
CER-TEMP 80 RECOVERY SYSTEM CHECKOUT PROCEDURE  
Use this checkout for Cer-Temp 80 Recovery Systems. (For hot water supply application only)  
System Operation  
Checkout Sequence  
Cause  
Remedy  
Replace.  
Contact  
Incorrect  
Tank temperature control  
(thermostat) defective.  
Pump and burner remain  
on.  
System wiring is  
incorrect.  
Circulating pump and  
Correct wiring.  
Correct wiring.  
Set tank temperature burner shut off.  
control (thermostat) 20°F  
Pump wired for  
continuous operation.  
Circulating pump on.  
Burner on.  
(10°C) below tank water With thermal balancer,  
temperature.  
pump off delay of  
approximately 2 minutes.  
Gas valve stuck or  
defective.  
Correct or replace  
valve.  
System wiring is  
incorrect.  
Correct wiring.  
High limit control set too  
low.  
Replace. (If problem  
proven to be at this  
control by applying  
jumper to terminals.)  
High limit control  
differential too wide.  
System wiring is  
incorrect.  
Circulating pump on.  
Correct wiring.  
Coil protector switch has Remove control cover,  
Set tank temperature  
activated.  
depress reset button.  
control (thermostat) 20°F Circulating pump and  
(10°C) above tank water burner on.  
temperature.  
Gas valve or wiring  
defective.  
Check wiring. Repair or  
replace valve.  
Power off or system  
wiring is incorrect.  
Check power supply  
and wiring.  
Circulating pump and  
burner off.  
Tank temperature control  
(thermostat) defective.  
Replace.  
System wiring is  
incorrect.  
Burner on.  
Correct wiring.  
High limit control  
defective, or set too high  
(max. should be set at  
200°F).  
Boiler outlet temperature  
Circulating pump on.  
Circulating pump and  
burner on.  
Replace.  
exceeds 210°F (100°C).  
Set tank temperature  
control (thermostat)  
for desired water  
temperature.  
System maintains desired  
water temperature.  
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CHECKING HONEYWELL S-8600H OR S-8610M  
INTERMITTENT IGNITION CONTROLS  
NO SPARK AT PILOT BURNER  
Turn off gas supply.  
NO  
Replace ignition module.  
Is voltage (24 Vac) across the 24 V terminals  
on module during “Call for heat”?  
YES  
Is voltage (24 Vac) across the PV & MV/PV terminals on  
“call for heat”?  
YES  
NO  
NOTE: S8610M will automatically reset every 5 minutes. S8600H  
pilot valve will be de-energized if module goes into lockout  
condition. Reset system by turning electrical power off or by  
turning system controller to off or down below "call for heat". Wait  
one minute, then turn system on.  
YES  
Turn on gas supply.  
Turn on power supply.  
Turn off power supply.  
Is ignition cable firmly plugged into pilot  
assembly and module?  
NO  
NO  
Securely connect cable  
and/or ground wire.  
Is ground wire firmly attached to pilot assembly and GND terminal  
on module?  
YES  
Replace pilot burner  
and/or ground wire.  
Are ignition cable and ground wire in good condition  
(not brittle, burnt or cracked)?  
YES  
Ensure ground strap is the closest metal to the igniter/sensor  
rod (electrode) to prevent the spark from shorting out to other  
metal parts (pilot screen, pilot shield, etc.).  
NO  
NO  
Carefully bend downward  
top of ground strap  
to achieve 1/8”  
Ignition cable must not touch metal surfaces or current  
carrying wires.  
spark gap.  
Is there a 1/8” gap between ground strap and electrode?  
YES  
Is the ceramic insulator surrounding the electrode  
cracked or broken?  
Replace Ignition  
Module.  
YES  
Replace pilot burner assembly.  
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CHECKING HONEYWELL S8600H OR S-8610M  
INTERMITTENT IGNITION CONTROLS  
SPARK AT PILOT BURNER BUT PILOT WILL NOT LIGHT  
Ensure all manual shutoff valves are fully open; all filters are  
clean; all gas connections are gas tight; pilot tubing is not  
damaged, obstructed or kinked; and pilot orifice is unclogged.  
Check for air in gas line, purge (bleed) line if necessary.  
YES  
NO  
NO  
Are the wires securely attached to the pilot operator on the gas  
control and to the PV & MV/PV terminals on the ignition module?  
Attach wires firmly.  
YES  
Install a pressure gauge in the pilot tubing line between the  
gas control and the pilot burner assembly. Ensure that the pilot  
adjustment screw (under cap) is adjusted to a position that will  
permit gas to flow.  
Replace gas valve.  
Is pilot gas flowing during ignition attempt?  
YES  
Turn on power supply.  
Turn off power supply.  
YES  
Is ignition cable firmly plugged into pilot assembly and module?  
NO  
Securely connect  
cable and/or ground  
wire.  
Is ground wire firmly attached to pilot assembly and GND  
terminal on module?  
YES  
NO  
Replace pilot burner  
and/or ground wire.  
Are ignition cable and ground wire in good condition (not brittle, burnt, or cracked)?  
YES  
Ensure ground strap is the closest metal to the igniter/sensor  
rod (electrode) to prevent the spark from shorting out to  
other metal parts (pilot screen, pilot shield, etc.).  
Carefully bend down-  
wards top of ground  
strap to achieve  
NO  
Ignition cable must not touch metal surfaces or current  
carrying wires.  
1/8” spark gap.  
Is there a 1/8” gap between ground strap and electrode?  
YES  
NO  
Is ceramic insulator surrounding the electrode in good  
Replace pilot burner.  
condition (not cracked or broken)?  
YES  
NO  
Replace ignition  
module.  
Is there excessive draft conditions that may cause pilot  
burner ignition problems?  
YES  
Correct draft problems in a manner that would ensure  
adequate combustion and ventilation air and proper  
pilot burner performance.  
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CHECKING HONEYWELL S-8600H OR S8610M  
INTERMITTENT IGNITION CONTROLS  
PILOT BURNER LIGHTS BUT MAIN BURNER DOES NOT LIGHT  
Correct the situation by consulting the  
installation or user’s manual on how to  
adjust pilot flame.  
NO  
NO  
Does the pilot flame cover 3/8” to 1/2”  
of ingniter/sensor rod?  
YES  
Replace  
ignition  
module.  
NO  
Does spark stay on for more than  
15 seconds after the pilot is “proven” (lit)?  
Is voltage (24 Vac) across terminals  
MV & MV/PV?  
YES  
Are the wires securely attached to the main  
valve operator on the gas control and to  
terminals MV & MV/PV on ignition module?  
Attach  
wires  
firmly.  
NO  
YES  
YES  
Replace main gas valve.  
Ensure the ground wire and ignition cable are  
separate from each other (prevents shorting  
out).  
NO  
Replace pilot burner  
and/or ground wire.  
Are they in good condition (not brittle, burnt or  
cracked)?  
YES  
NO  
NO  
Is the ceramic insulator surrounding the  
igniter/sensor rod in good condition  
(not broken or cracked)?  
Replace pilot burner.  
YES  
Is the igniter/sensor rod in good  
condition (not worn, corroded, sooted  
or damaged)?  
Clean rod or replace  
pilot burner if necessary.  
YES  
Replace ignition module.  
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CHECKING HONEYWELL S8600H OR S-8610M  
INTERMITTENT IGNITION CONTROLS  
NO SPARK AT PILOT BURNER BUT PILOT WILL NOT LIGHT  
Turn off gas supply.  
Fix connection and/or  
NO  
Is there a good connection between terminals?  
tighten module to the  
appliance.  
Is module securely attached to appliance for good ground  
connection?  
YES  
NO  
NO  
Check the circuit providing  
24 VAC.  
Is voltage (24VAC) across transformer positive terminal and  
GND with "call for heat"?  
YES  
Is voltage (24VAC) across ignition module terminals 24 Volt and  
GND on "call for heater"?  
Replace ignition module.  
NOTE: (For LP models only) Pilot Valve will be de-energized  
if module goes into lockout condition. Reset system by turning  
electrical power off or by turning system controller down below  
"call for heat". Wait one minute then turn system on.  
Turn on gas supply and/or  
power supply.  
YES  
Turn off power supply.  
NO  
NO  
Securely connect cable  
and/or ground wire.  
Is high voltage cable assembly firmly plugged into module?  
Is pilot ground wire firmly attached to the pilot assembly and  
GND terminal on module?  
YES  
Replace pilot burner  
and/or ground wire.  
Are high voltage cable and ground wire in good condition (not  
brittle, burnt or cracked)?  
YES  
Make sure pilot flame spreader (hood) is the closest metal to  
the electrode to prevent the spark from shorting out to other metal  
parts (pilot screen, pilot shield, etc).  
Carefully bend down-  
wards top of ground  
strap to achieve  
NO  
NO  
High voltage cable must not touch metal surfaces or current  
carrying wires.  
1/8” spark gap.  
Is there a 7/64" spark gap between the tip (edge) of the hood and  
electrode, and is the gap located in the pilot gas stream?  
YES  
Is the ceramic insulator surrounding the electrode in good  
condition (not cracked or broken)?  
Replace ignition module.  
YES  
Replace pilot burner assembly.  
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The following procedures are provided as a general guide.  
Table 11  
Any module should be replaced if it does not perform properly on  
checkout or troubleshooting.  
Yellow LED Flame Codes  
Yellow LED  
Flash Codea  
Recommended  
Service Action  
Indicates  
In addition, replace any module if it is wet or looks like it has ever  
been wet.  
Heartbeat  
Normal Flame Signal  
not applicable  
Weak Flame Signal-  
Sytem will operate  
reliably but flame  
signal is less than  
LED STATUS AND TROUBLESHOOTING  
The control has two LEDs; one for flame sensing and one for  
system status:  
Perform routine  
maintenance to  
assure optimum  
flame signal.  
desired.  
2
NOTE: This indication  
may flash temporarily  
during or shortly  
after lightoff on some  
applications.  
Marginal Flame Signal  
(less than 1.1µA)-  
System may not  
operate reliably over  
time.  
Check gas supply,  
pilot burner, flame  
sense wiring,  
Service call  
1
recommended.  
contamination of  
flame rod, burner  
NOTE: This indication ground connection.  
may flash temporarily  
during or shortly  
after lightoff on some  
applications.  
FIGURE 37.  
Location of LEDs.  
No Flame or Flame  
Signal below minimum  
threshold for system  
OFF  
not applicable  
Flame LED (Yellow)  
– Indicates flame presence and strength. See Table 11.  
operation.  
aFlash Code Descriptions:  
Status LED (Green)  
- Heartbeat: Constant 1/2 second bright 1/2 second dim cycles.  
- The flash code number signifies that the LED flashes X times  
at 2Hz, remains off for two seconds, and then repeats the  
sequence.  
– Indicates system operation status and error conditions. See  
Table 12 and Table 13 on pages 53 and 54 for status specific  
to each model.  
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Table 12.  
Continuous Retry Models C, M, E, and K Only - Green LED Status Codes  
Green LED  
Flash Code  
(X+Y)a  
Indicates  
No "Call for Heat"  
Next System Action  
not applicable  
Recommended Service Action  
none  
OFF  
Flash Fast  
Heartbeat  
Startup - Flame sense calibration  
Normal operation  
not applicable  
not applicable  
none  
none  
If system fails to light on next trial  
for ignition check gas supply, pilot  
burner, spark and flame sense  
wiring, flame rod contaminated  
or out of position, burner ground  
connection.  
5 minute Retry Delay  
- Pilot flame not detected during trial  
for ignition  
Initiate new trial for ignition after  
retry delay completed.  
2
3
4
If system fails to light on next trial  
for ignition, check gas supply,  
code will remain through the ignition pilot burner, flame sense wiring,  
Initiate new trial for ignition. Flash  
Recycle  
- Flame failed during run  
trial until flame is proved.  
contamination of flame rod, burner  
ground connection.  
If situation self corrects within 10  
seconds, control returns to normal  
sequence. If flame out of sequence  
remains longer than 10 seconds,  
Check for pilot flame. Replace gas  
valve if pilot flame is present. If no  
pilot flame, cycle "Call for Heat." If  
Flame sensed out of sequence  
Flame sense leakage to ground  
control goes to Flash code 6+4 (see error repeats, replace control.  
below).  
Check flame sense lead wire for  
Control remains in wait mode. When damage or shorting. Check that  
the fault corrects, control resumes  
normal operation after a one minute  
delay.  
flame rod is in proper position.  
7
8
Check flame rod ceramic for cracks,  
damage or tracking.  
Control remains in wait mode. When Check transformer and AC line for  
the fault corrects, control resumes proper input voltage to the control.  
normal operation after a one minute Check with full system load on the  
Low secondary voltage supply-  
(below 15.5 Vac)  
delay.  
transformer.  
Check gas supply line, pilot burner,  
spark and flame sense wiring, flame  
rod contaminated or out of position,  
burner ground connection.  
5 minute Retry Delay  
- On every third retry on the same  
"Call for Heat"  
Initiate new trial for ignition after  
retry delay completed.  
6+2  
6+3  
Check gas supply, pilot burner, flame  
sense wiring, contamination of flame  
rod, burner ground connection.  
On every 6th flame failure during run 5 minute retry delay, then initiate  
on the same "Call for Heat"  
new trial for ignition.  
Control waits until flame is no  
longer sensed and then goes to  
soft lockout. Flash code continues.  
Control auto resets from soft lockout  
after one hour.  
Check for pilot flame. Replace gas  
valve if pilot flame present. If no pilot  
flame, cycle "Call for Heat." If error  
repeats, replace control.  
Flame sensed out of sequence-  
longer than 10 seconds  
6+4  
ON  
Soft lockout due to error detected  
during self check sequences  
Control auto resets from soft lockout Reset by cycling "Call for Heat." If  
after one hour. error repeats, replace the control.  
aFlash Code Descriptions:  
- Flash Fast: rapid blinking.  
- Heartbeat: Constant 1/2 second bright 1/2 second dim cycles.  
- A single flash code number signifies that the LED flashes X times at 2Hz, remains off for two seconds, and then repeats the  
sequence.  
- X+Y flash codes signify that the LED flashes X times at 2Hz, remains off for two seconds, flashes Y times at 2Hz, remains off for three  
seconds, and then repeats the sequence.  
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Table 13.  
Lockout Models B, H, D and J Only - Green LED Status Codes  
Green LED  
Flash Code  
(X+Y)a  
Indicates  
No "Call for Heat"  
Next System Action  
not applicable  
Recommended Service Action  
none  
OFF  
Flash Fast  
Heartbeat  
Startup - Flame sense calibration  
Normal operation  
not applicable  
not applicable  
none  
none  
If system fails to light on next trial  
for ignition, check gas supply,  
code will remain through the ignition pilot burner, flame sense wiring,  
Initiate new trial for ignition. Flash  
Recycle  
- Flame failed during run  
3
trial until flame is proved.  
contamination of flame rod, burner  
ground connection.  
If situation self corrects within 10  
seconds, control returns to normal  
sequence. If flame out of sequence  
remains longer than 10 seconds,  
control goes to Flash code 6+4 (see error repeats, replace control.  
below).  
Check for pilot flame. Replace gas  
valve if pilot flame is present. If no  
pilot flame, cycle "Call for Heat." If  
4
Flame sensed out of sequence  
Flame sense leakage to ground  
Check flame sense lead wire for  
Control remains in wait mode. When damage or shorting. Check that  
the fault corrects, control resumes  
normal operation after a one minute  
delay.  
flame rod is in proper position.  
7
8
Check flame rod ceramic for cracks,  
damage or tracking.  
Control remains in wait mode. When Check transformer and AC line for  
the fault corrects, control resumes proper input voltage to the control.  
normal operation after a one minute Check with full system load on the  
Low secondary voltage supply-  
(below 15.5 Vac)  
delay.  
transformer.  
Check gas supply line, pilot burner,  
spark and flame sense wiring, flame  
rod contaminated or out of position,  
burner ground connection.  
Failed trial for ignition resulting in  
lockout  
Remain in lockout until "Call for  
Heat" is cycled.  
6+2  
6+3  
More than 5 flame failures during run  
on the same "Call for Heat" resulting  
in lockout  
Check gas supply, pilot burner, flame  
sense wiring, contamination of flame  
rod, burner ground connection.  
Remain in lockout until "Call for  
Heat" is cycled.  
Control waits until flame is no  
longer sensed and then goes to  
soft lockout. Flash code continues.  
Control auto resets from soft lockout  
after one hour.  
Check for pilot flame. Replace gas  
valve if pilot flame present. If no pilot  
flame, cycle "Call for Heat." If error  
repeats, replace control.  
Flame sensed out of sequence-  
longer than 10 seconds  
6+4  
ON  
Soft lockout due to error detected  
during self check sequences  
Control auto resets from soft lockout Reset by cycling "Call for Heat." If  
after one hour. error repeats, replace the control.  
aFlash Code Descriptions:  
- Flash Fast: rapid blinking.  
- Heartbeat: Constant 1/2 second bright 1/2 second dim cycles.  
- A single flash code number signifies that the LED flashes X times at 2Hz, remains off for two seconds, and then repeats the  
sequence.  
- X+Y flash codes signify that the LED flashes X times at 2Hz, remains off for two seconds, flashes Y times at 2Hz, remains off for three  
seconds, and then repeats the sequence.  
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LIMITED WARRANTY  
A. O. Smith Corporation, the warrantor, extends the following LIMITED WARRANTY to the owner of this boiler.  
1. If within TEN years after initial installation of the boiler, a heat exchanger, coil or gas burner shall prove upon examination by the warrantor to be  
defective in material or workmanship, the warrantor, at his option will exchange or repair such part or portion. This term is reduced to FIVE years if  
this boiler is used for water heating purposes other than hydronic space heating.  
a. This warranty is extended to the owner for all other parts or portion during the FIRST year following initial installation of this boiler.  
b. The warranty on the repair or replacement of the part or portion will be limited to the unexpired term of the original warranty.  
2. CONDITIONS AND EXCEPTIONS  
This warranty shall apply only when the boiler is installed in accordance with local plumbing and building codes, ordinances and regulations, the  
printed instructions provided with it and good industry practices. In addition, an appropriately sized safety relief valve certified to the ASME Boiler and  
Pressure Vessel Code must have been installed and fresh, clean water used for filling and make-up purposes.  
a. This warranty shall apply only when the boiler is:  
(1) used at temperatures not exceeding the maximum setting of its operative and/or high limit control;  
(2) used at water pressure not exceeding the working pressure shown on the boiler;  
(3) used when filled with potable water, free to circulate at all times and with the heat exchanger(s) and coil(s) free of damaging scale deposits;  
(4) in a non-corrosive and non-contaminated atmosphere;  
(5) owned by the original purchaser;  
(6) in it's original installation location;  
(7) is sized in accordance with proper sizing techniques for commercial boilers;  
(8) bearing a rating plate which has not been altered, defaced or removed except as required by the warrantor;  
(9) fired at the factory rated input using the fuel stated on the rating plate;  
(10) maintained in accordance with the instructions printed in the manual included with the boiler;  
(11) in the United States, its territories or possessions, and Canada;  
(12) with an intermittent circulating action and with the pump and burner operating together.  
(13) in an indoor installation only.  
b. Any accident to the boiler, any misuse, abuse (including freezing) or alteration of it, any operation of it in a modified form, or any attempt to repair  
leaks in the coil or heat exchanger will void this warranty.  
3. SERVICE AND REPAIR EXPENSE  
Under this limited warranty the warrantor will provide only a replacement part. The owner is responsible for all other costs. Such costs may include  
but are not limited to:  
a. Labor charges for service, removal, repair or reinstallation of the component part;  
b. Shipping, delivery, handling, and administrative charges for forwarding the replacement part from the nearest distributor and returning the  
claimed defective part to such distributor.  
c. All cost necessary or incidental for any materials and/or permits required for installation of the replacement.  
4. LIMITATION ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES  
Implied warranties, including any warranty of merchantability imposed on the sale of this boiler under state law are limited to one (1) year duration  
for the boiler or any of its parts. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply  
to you.  
5. CLAIM PROCEDURE  
Any claim under this warranty should be initiated with the dealer who sold the boiler, or with any other dealer handling the warrantor’s products. If this  
is not practicable, the owner should contact:  
U. S. Customers  
Canadian Customers  
A. O. Smith Corporation  
500 Tennessee Waltz Parkway  
Ashland City, TN 37015  
Telephone: 1-800-323-2636  
A. O. Smith Enterprises Ltd.  
P. O. Box, 310 - 768 Erie Street  
Stratford, Ontario N5A 6T3  
Telephone: 1-800-265-8520  
a. The warrantor will only honor replacement with identical or similar parts thereof which are manufactured or distributed by the warrantor.  
b. Dealer replacements are made subject to in-warranty validation by warrantor.  
6. DISCLAIMERS  
NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY HAS BEEN OR WILL BE MADE IN BEHALF OF THE WARRANTOR WITH RESPECT TO THE MERCHANT-  
ABILITY OF THE BOILER OR THE INSTALLATION, OPERATION, REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE BOILER. THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT  
BE RESPONSIBLE FOR WATER DAMAGE, LOSS OF USE OF THE UNIT, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERTY,  
OR OTHER CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE. THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE BY VIRTUE OF THIS WARRANTY OR OTHERWISE FOR  
DAMAGE TO ANY PERSONS OR PROPERTY, WHETHER DIRECT OR INDIRECT, AND WHETHER ARISING IN CONTRACT OR TORT.  
a. Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of the incidental or consequential damage, so the above limitations or exclusions  
may not apply to you.  
b. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
Fill in the following for your own reference. Keep it. Registration is not a condition of warranty. The model and serial number are found on the  
boiler’s rating plate.  
Owner ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________  
Installation Address _________________________________________________________________________________________________________  
City and State/Province _________________________________________________________Postal/Zip Code _______________________________  
Date Installed _________________________________ Model No. ___________________________  
Serial No.________________________  
Dealer’s Name ____________________________________________________________________ Phone No. _______________________________  
Dealer’s Address ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________  
FILL IN DATA AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE  
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500 Tennessee Waltz Parkway, Ashland City, TN 37015  
Technical Support: 800-527-1953 Parts: 800-433-2545 Fax: 800-644-9306  

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