Patterson Kelley MOD 04 User Manual

MOD-04  
PATTERSON-KELLEY  
THERMIFIC®  
MODU-FIRE® GAS-FIRED BOILER  
Installation and Owner's Manual  
C.S.A Design-Certified  
Complies with ANSI Z21.13/CSA 4.9  
Gas-Fired Low Pressure Steam and Hot Water Boilers  
ASME Code, Section IV  
Certified by Patterson-Kelley  
C.S.A Design-Certified  
Complies with ANSI Z21.13/CSA 4.9  
Gas-Fired Low Pressure Steam and Hot Water Boilers  
Installation Date: _______________________  
100 Burson Street, P.O. Box 458,  
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301  
Telephone: (877) 728-5351, Facsimile: (570) 476-7247  
Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Table of Contents  
5.3 Removing the Exchanger ......................... 26  
5.4 After All Repairs or Maintenance.............. 26  
5.5 Sequence of Operation.............................. 27  
5.5.1 Standard Modulating .......................... 27  
5.5.2 IRI Modulating .................................... 28  
5.6 Troubleshooting........................................ 29  
6.0 PARTS/TECHNICAL SUPPORT..............31  
6.1 Schematic Diagrams.................................. 31  
Standard Unit - Local Control - Logic Diagram32  
IRI Unit - Local Control - Logic Diagram.......36  
IRI Unit - Remote Control - Logic Diagram...37  
IRI Unit - Local & Remote Control - Logic  
Diagram..................................................38  
IRI Unit - Local & Remote Control w Options -  
Logic Diagram ........................................39  
Standard Unit – Panel Layout.......................40  
IRI Unit – Panel Layout.................................41  
6.2 Boiler Parts List .........................................42  
6.2.1 Main Assembly....................................42  
6.2.2 Control Panel ......................................43  
6.2.3 Gas Trains...........................................45  
6.2.4 Cabinet................................................49  
7.0 LIMITED WARRANTY.............................50  
Standard Unit - Remote Control - Logic  
Diagram.................................................. 33  
Standard Unit - Local & Remote Control -  
Logic Diagram........................................ 34  
Standard Unit - Local & Remote Control w  
Options - Logic Diagram ........................ 35  
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WARNING  
Improper use may  
result in fire or injury.  
Read instructions/safety  
manual before installing,  
operating or servicing boiler.  
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WARNING!  
WARNING!  
Installation and service must be performed by a  
qualified installer, service agency, or gas supplier.  
It is essential to read, understand, and follow the  
recommendations of this manual before installing,  
operating, or servicing this equipment. Failure to do  
so could result in fire or explosion and serious in-  
jury, death, and/or property damage.  
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. Imme-  
diately 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.  
The same features which permit this boiler to  
achieve high-efficiency performance make it unlike  
most other boilers of this general size, so it is im-  
portant to understand how this boiler operates.  
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable  
vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other  
appliance.  
Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Introduction/Safety  
Operated and serviced in accordance with a  
comprehensive safety program determined and  
established by the customer. Do not attempt to  
operate or service until such a program has been  
established.  
1.0 INTRODUCTION  
The P-K MODU-FIRE® Gas Fired Boiler is a revo-  
lutionary advance; Patterson-Kelley now combines  
full-modulation burner control with our time-tested  
modular hot water boiler design. The result is  
“modular full-modulation”- Modu-Fire! This new  
hybrid boiler combines the best of our earlier de-  
signs with a new generation of burner and control  
technology. You will achieve even higher part-load  
efficiencies – but without the complexity you might  
expect in this type of high performance boiler. High  
performance made simple and dependable for years  
of trouble-free operation.  
Operated and serviced by qualified, factory-  
trained personnel in accordance with all appli-  
cable codes, laws, and regulations.  
The use of the term “factory-trained personnel”  
throughout this manual indicates Patterson-  
Kelley trained on this specific piece of equip-  
ment.  
This manual covers installation of the P-K MODU-  
FIRE® Boiler Series 1000, 1500, and 2000. The  
model numbers may be followed by a prefix or suf-  
fix letter in some cases to indicate special features  
or different options. While details may differ  
slightly, basic operation is the same for all models.  
Boilers are built to operate with natural gas or pro-  
pane. Check the rating plate for the correct gas type  
and flow rate.  
2.2 TRAINING  
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WARNING  
Improper use may  
result in fire or injury.  
Read instructions/safety  
manual before installing,  
operating or servicing boiler.  
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recommendations of this manual before installing,  
operating, or servicing this equipment. Failure to do  
so could result in serious injury, death, and/or prop-  
erty damage.  
The boiler is only a part of the complete heating  
system. This boiler may be fully operational and yet  
because of poor circulation, controls, or other oper-  
ating characteristics, not deliver heat to the desired  
location. Additional equipment such as temperature  
sensors, pumps, flow switches, balancing valves and  
check valves will be required for satisfactory opera-  
tion of any system. Patterson-Kelley cannot be re-  
sponsible for the design or operation of such sys-  
tems and a qualified engineer or contractor must be  
consulted.  
Proper training is the best protection against acci-  
dents. Operating and service personnel must be  
thoroughly familiar with the basic construction of  
the MODU-FIRE® boiler, the use and locations of  
the controls, the operation of the boiler, adjustment  
of its various mechanisms, and all applicable safety  
precautions. If any of the provisions of this manual  
are not fully and completely understood, contact the  
Patterson-Kelley Sales Department.  
2.0 SAFETY  
2.3 SAFETY FEATURES  
2.1 GENERAL  
It is the responsibility of the customer to maintain  
the safety features of this machine, such as: guards,  
safety labels, safety controls, interlocks, lockout  
devices, etc., in place and operable.  
The MODU-FIRE® gas-fired boiler must be:  
Installed in accordance with designs prepared  
by qualified facility engineers including: struc-  
tural, mechanical, electrical, and other applica-  
ble disciplines.  
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2.4 SAFETY LABELS  
Shock hazard! Properly lockout/tagout the elec-  
trical service and all other energy sources before  
working on or near the machine.  
NOTE  
Make sure this union is  
tight before closing cabinet  
cover after servicing boiler.  
Shock hazard! Boiler is not rated for wash-  
down service.  
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NOTE  
When opening leak test valves,  
always follow instructions in  
operation and safety manual.  
2.5.2 Burn, Fire, and Explosion Hazards  
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WARNING  
Improper use may  
result in fire or injury.  
Read instructions/safety  
manual before installing,  
operating or servicing boiler.  
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General Warning  
Hot Surface  
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WARNING  
Electrical hazard.  
Follow lockout/tagout  
procedure when  
servicing this boiler.  
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WARNING  
Improper use may  
result in fire or injury.  
Read instructions/safety  
manual before installing,  
operating or servicing boiler.  
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NOTE  
The safety labels shown above are affixed to your  
boiler. Although the labels are of high quality, they  
may become dislodged or unreadable over time.  
Contact Patterson-Kelley for replacement labels.  
Make sure this union is  
tight before closing cabinet  
cover after servicing boiler.  
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When opening leak test valves,  
always follow instructions in  
operation and safety manual.  
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2.5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
Provide a suitable location for the boiler, away from  
normal personnel traffic, with adequate working  
space, adequate clearances, proper ventilation and  
lighting, with a structure sufficiently strong and  
rigid to support the weight of the boiler, all piping,  
and accessories.  
Burn, fire, and explosion hazards! Installation  
must be in strict conformance to all applicable  
codes and standards including NFPA 54, ANSI  
Z223.1 and CAN/CGA B.149. Install all re-  
quired ventlines for gas devices. Refer to Sec-  
tion 3.7.2.  
Hazard from incorrect fuels! Possible fire, ex-  
plosion, overheating, and damage. Do not use  
any fuels except the design fuel for the unit.  
2.5.1 Electrical Hazards  
Overfire hazards! High pressure in gas or pro-  
pane supply could result in overfiring of other  
devices supplied from the same source.  
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WARNING  
Electrical hazard.  
Follow lockout/tagout  
procedure when  
servicing this boiler.  
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Fire and explosion hazards! Close the main gas  
shutoff before servicing boiler.  
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2.5.3 Crush Hazards  
Fire and explosion hazards! Do not store or use  
gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in  
the vicinity of this or any other gas fired appli-  
ance.  
Burn hazard! Possible hot surfaces. Do not  
touch gas vent during firing operation. Use only  
factory recommended vent components.  
General Warning  
Lifting hazards! Use properly rated lifting  
Burn hazard! Hot fluids. Use caution when  
servicing or draining boiler.  
equipment to lift and position the boiler. The  
load is unbalanced. Test balance before lifting 3  
ft. above the floor. Do not allow personnel be-  
neath the lifted load. Refer to approximate  
weights in the table below:  
Fire and explosion hazards! Use caution when  
servicing burner. Propane (LPG) is heavier than  
air and may linger in the combustion chamber,  
vent lines, or elsewhere.  
Boiler Size  
1,000,000 Btu  
1,500,000 Btu  
2,000,000 Btu  
Weight in Pounds  
Gas leak hazard! Make sure all connections to  
main burner are tight when reassembling the  
burner. These connections cannot be tested af-  
ter the burner is assembled.  
595  
990  
1,025  
Gas leak hazard! All threaded gas connections  
must be made using a pipe compound that is re-  
sistant to liquefied petroleum. Do not use Tef-  
lontape on threaded gas piping.  
Bump hazard from overhead piping. Install pip-  
ing with adequate vertical clearance.  
Gas leak hazard! Check entire gas train for  
leaks after installation. If there is a smell of gas,  
shut down the boiler and obtain immediate as-  
sistance from factory-trained personnel and/or  
your local fire department.  
2.5.4 Chemical Hazards  
Overfire hazard! Possible fire and explosion  
from excess gas pressure. Make sure that gas  
inlet pressure does not exceed 14 inches w.c. to  
the regulator.  
General Warning  
Environmental hazard! The motorized gas  
valves may contain hydraulic oil. Use safe pro-  
cedures for the disposal of all lubricants.  
Overfire hazard! Possible fire and explosion.  
Possible malfunction of regulators and/or mo-  
torized gas valves. Maintain all gas train com-  
ponents in good condition. Do not alter wiring  
connections. Annual inspection by factory-  
trained personnel for proper set-up and opera-  
tion is recommended.  
Chemical hazards from cleaning products. Use  
caution when cleaning the system. The use of  
professional assistance is recommended. Use  
safe procedures for the disposal of all cleaning  
solutions.  
Overfire and underfire hazards! Possible fire,  
explosion, overheating, and component failure.  
Do not attempt to adjust firing rate of the boiler.  
The firing rate must be adjusted only by fac-  
tory-trained personnel.  
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2.5.5 Pressure Hazards  
Safety  
2.5.6 Slip, Fall Hazards  
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WARNING  
WARNING  
Improper use may  
Improper use may  
result in fire or injury.  
result in fire or injury.  
Read instructions/safety  
manual before installing,  
operating or servicing boiler.  
Read instructions/safety  
manual before installing,  
operating or servicing boiler.  
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Pressure hazard! Hot fluids. Install isolation  
valves on boiler water inlet and outlet. Make  
sure isolation valves are closed before servicing  
boiler.  
Tripping hazard! Do not install piping on floor  
surfaces. Maintain clear path around boiler.  
Slip and fall hazard! Use drip pan to catch wa-  
ter while draining the boiler. Maintain dry floor  
surfaces.  
Pressure hazard! Hot fluids. Annually test  
safety relief valve for proper operation. Do not  
operate boiler with faulty relief valve.  
Slip and fall hazard! Do not locate intake or  
exhaust terminations directly above a walkway;  
dripping of condensation can cause icing of the  
walking surface.  
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temperature. Other codes or approvals which apply  
will be labeled on the boiler.  
3.0 INSTALLATION  
3.1 RECEIVING AND STORAGE  
3.1.1 Initial Inspection  
Installation of the boiler must conform to all the re-  
quirements of all national, state and local codes estab-  
lished by the authorities having jurisdiction or, in the  
absence of such requirements, in the U.S. to the Na-  
tional Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, latest  
edition. In Canada, the equipment shall be installed in  
accordance with the current Installation Code for Gas  
Burning Appliances and Equipment, CAN/CGA-  
B.149, and applicable Provincial Regulations for the  
class, which should be carefully followed in all cases.  
Authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted  
before installations are made.  
Upon receiving the boiler, inspect it for signs of ship-  
ping damage. Pay particular attention to the control  
panel on the top of the boiler and the components  
mounted on the back, which may show damage from  
mishandling.  
The exterior cabinet must be reasonably air-tight for  
the burner to operate correctly. Leaks caused by dents  
in the sheet metal or panels out of position may cause  
the limit controls to show Low Air. Check to be sure  
that the mixer core in the top burner is centered and  
has not moved in shipment; (see Section 5.2, "Clean-  
ing the Burner" for proper location). Verify that the  
total number of pieces shown on the packing slip  
agrees with those actually received.  
Where required by local codes, the installation must  
conform to American Society of Mechanical Engi-  
neers Safety Code for Controls and Safety Devices for  
Automatically Fired Boilers (ASME CSD-1).  
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (a) this unit  
must be installed by a licensed pipe fitter / plumber,  
(b) field installed gas cocks must be "T" handle type,  
and (c) piping of condensate shall conform with the  
State Plumbing Code.  
Important: Note any damage or shortage on the  
freight bill and immediately notify the carrier. File  
all claims for shortage or damage with the carrier.  
3.3 SETUP  
3.1.2 Storage Prior to Installation  
3.3.1 Foundation  
If the boiler is not installed immediately, it must be  
stored in a location adequately protected from the  
weather, preferably indoors. If this is not possible,  
then it should remain in the shipping container and be  
covered by a tarpaulin or other waterproof covering.  
Provide a firm, level foundation, preferably of con-  
crete.  
Note: The boiler may be installed on a combustible  
floor; however, the boiler must never be installed on  
carpeting.  
Note: Controls and other equipment that are damaged  
or fail due to weather exposure are not covered by  
warranty.  
3.3.2 Placement  
3.2 COMPLIANCE WITH CODES  
The boiler must be level to function properly. To as-  
sist in leveling the boiler, the four (4) leg bolts (1/2"-  
NC) holding the boiler to the shipping skid must be  
reinstalled in the threaded legs on the bottom. The  
adjustable legs are also necessary to provide adequate  
floor clearance and prevent distortion on the cabinet,  
(twisting, etc.) in addition to leveling.  
The P-K MODU-FIRE® Boiler with standard compo-  
nents and many options complies with American Na-  
tional Standard/CSA Standard ANSI Z21.13/CSA 4.9,  
latest edition, Gas-Fired Low Pressure Steam and Hot  
Water Boilers. The heat exchanger is constructed and  
stamped in accordance with ASME Boiler and Pres-  
sure Vessel Code, Section IV for 160 psig maximum  
operating pressure and/or 250º F maximum operating  
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D
Adjustable Legs for Leveling and Floor Clearance  
Minimum Clearances from Adjacent Walls, Ceiling, and  
Obstructions  
3.3.3 Clearances  
Type of Surface  
Dimensions (inches)  
If the boiler is to be installed near combustible sur-  
faces, the minimum clearances shown in the table be-  
low must be maintained.  
A
B
C†  
30  
D
Combustible Surfaces  
30  
24  
24  
Non-combustible Sur-  
faces  
30 24* 30 24**  
Failure to provide for the service access clearances,  
even with non-combustible surfaces, may cause future  
problems servicing the boiler.  
† "C" dimension includes clearance to remove the  
burner. Do not put pipes, ducts, etc. in this area above  
the boiler.  
The boiler must be installed in a space large in com-  
parison to the boiler as described in Section 6.3 of the  
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, latest edition.  
* CSA minimum. Actual clearance depends upon  
stacking requirements.  
** Service access need be only on one side of a boiler  
or row of boilers. Boilers may be installed immedi-  
ately adjacent to each other. However, P-K recom-  
mends this clearance between each boiler when there  
is insufficient access at the rear to allow for service  
and adjustment.  
No pipes,  
ducts, etc.  
in this area.  
C
In Canada: The boilers are approved for installation  
with zero clearance to combustible surfaces, but 24  
inch service clearances are recommended.  
Front of  
Boiler  
Back of  
Boiler  
A
B
3.4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS  
All field wiring connections for power and control are  
in the rear service panel on the back of the boiler.  
Low voltage and high voltage terminal strips are indi-  
cated on the wiring diagram. The boiler power circuit  
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is wired for 120 volts, single phase, 60 hertz. The total  
operating amperage is indicated on the rating name-  
plate. The 1000 series require less than 9 amps; the  
1500 and 2000 series less than 12 amps. Before start-  
ing the boiler, check to ensure that the proper voltage  
and amperage are connected to the boiler.  
If air is taken directly from outside the building, each  
opening should have a net free area of 1 square inch  
for each 4,000 Btu per hour of total boiler input. For  
instance, 300 square inches (2-1/12 square feet) are  
required for 1,200,000 Btu per hour input.  
When air is taken from the outdoors through a vertical  
duct, 1 square inch per 4,000 Btu per hour is required.  
If a horizontal duct is used, 1 square inch per 2,000  
Btu per hour is required, i.e., 600 square inches for  
1,200,000 Btu per hour input.  
An external electrical disconnect (not supplied with  
the boiler) with adequate overload protection is re-  
quired. The boiler must be grounded in accordance  
with local codes or in the absence of such require-  
ments, in the U.S. with National Electrical Codes,  
ANSI/NFPA No. 70 latest edition and in Canada, wire  
according to the current Canadian Electrical Code.  
If air is taken from another interior space, each open-  
ing should have a net free area of 1 square inch for  
each 1,000 Btu per hour of boiler input (1,200 square  
inches for a 1,200,000 Btu per hour.)  
Note: A dedicated earth ground (green wire) is re-  
quired to avoid nuisance shutdowns. Do not ground  
through the conduit. It is also important that proper  
polarity be maintained.  
WARNING!  
Under no circumstances shall the boiler room ever be  
under a negative pressure. Particular care should be  
taken when exhaust fans, compressors, air-handling  
units or other equipment may rob air from the boiler.  
3.5 COMBUSTION AIR  
Combustion air must be free from dust, lint, etc. The  
presence of such materials in the air supplied to the  
burner could cause nuisance "Low Air" shutdowns or  
premature burner failure. The boiler should not be  
operated during construction while the possibility of  
drywall dust, demolition dust, etc. exists.  
The combustion air supply must be completely free of  
chemical fumes which may be corrosive when burned  
in the boiler. Common chemicals which must be  
avoided are fluorocarbons and other halogenated com-  
pounds, most commonly present as refrigerants or sol-  
vents, such as freon, trichlorethylene, perchlorethyl-  
ene, chlorine, etc. These chemicals, when burned,  
form acids which quickly attack the boiler tubes, tube  
sheets, flue collectors and the boiler stack. The result  
is improper combustion and premature boiler failure.  
Provisions for combustion and ventilation air must be  
in accordance with Section 5.3, Air for Combustion  
and Ventilation, of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI  
Z223.1, latest edition, or applicable provisions of the  
local building codes. In Canada, combustion air open-  
ings shall comply with CSA 4.9. The formula is "1 sq.  
in. per 1,000 Btu/hr of gas input not less than 100 sq.  
in." The location shall be "neither more than 18," nor  
less than 6" above the floor level."  
3.6 FLUE VENTING  
The boiler room shall be provided with two openings  
to ensure adequate combustion air and proper ventila-  
tion. One opening should be 6 to 12 inches above the  
floor and the other 6 to 12 inches below the ceiling,  
preferably on opposite walls. The size of each open-  
ing is determined by whether air is taken from inside  
or outside the building. In Canada, ventilation air  
openings shall be at least 10% of the cross sectional  
area required for combustion air, but not less than 10  
square inches. It is to be located at the highest practi-  
cal point communicating with outdoors.  
This boiler requires a special vent system. Vent instal-  
lations shall be in accordance with Part 7, Venting of  
Equipment, of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI  
Z223.1, CSA B149 code or applicable provisions of  
the local building codes.  
This boiler is Category II as it is defined in ANSI  
Z21.13/CSA 4.9 latest edition. The vent material must  
be listed Category II Vent pipe (316L or AL-29 4C  
Stainless). Under no circumstances shall a Category I  
material (e.g. B-vent) be used.  
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tee. The condensate drain must be routed to a sewer  
drain trap or pump in accordance with local codes.  
Refer to diagram under Vent Elbows.  
WARNING!  
This boiler should not be installed with an automatic  
damper on the flue. Damper failure could create an  
explosion hazard.  
3.6.2 Barometric Damper  
In Canada, the boiler is certified for installation with a  
“Power Venter” by the Canadian Gas Association  
when installed with the “listed accessories.” Consult  
your local distributor for information on proper selec-  
tion.  
This boiler is certified for operation without a baro-  
metric damper. P-K does not recommend the use of  
one.  
The venting system and the horizontal portions of the  
venting system shall be supported to prevent sagging.  
3.6.3 Automatic Vent Damper  
Consult your local vent supplier for correct vent sizing  
and structural support requirements. Vent diameter is  
dictated by the length and height of horizontal and ver-  
tical portions of the vent installation and the materials  
of construction. It is not necessarily the same size as  
the boiler connection. Correct sizing should be based  
on High fire input at a nominal -.04" w.c. draft pres-  
sure at the boiler outlet with a gross stack temp of 325º  
F and CO2 ratings at 7.5%.  
WARNING!  
This equipment, as manufactured, MUST NOT be  
used with an automatic vent damper.  
3.6.4 Flue Connection  
The connection from the boiler to the vent should be  
as direct as possible and the upward slope of any hori-  
zontal breaching should be at least 1/4 inch per linear  
foot. This boiler should not be connected into any por-  
tion of a mechanical draft system operating under  
positive pressure. Provisions must be made for sup-  
ports to prevent contact of the vent with combustible  
surfaces.  
3.6.1 Vent Elbows  
Pitch toward  
boiler 1/4" per  
foot minimum.  
Note: Make sure that the weight of the vent is not  
supported by the boiler vent collar. The collar is not  
designed to support the weight of the vent. Structural  
support and spacing from combustible surfaces must  
be in accordance with the vent manufacturer's re-  
quirements.  
6' min.  
3.6.5 Vent Termination  
Boot Tee /135º  
Tee  
The minimum vent height above the flue outlet must  
be five (5) feet and the vent should extend at least  
three (3) feet above the roof / snowline, or at least two  
(2) feet above the highest part of any structure within  
ten (10) feet of the vent.  
Trap Loop  
3" min.  
Condensate Line  
To sewer trap or  
condensate drain.  
The first turn from horizontal to vertical should be  
made with a 135° boot tee. A tee cover with a conden-  
sate drain shall be provided at the bottom of the boot  
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4. Place the appliance being inspected in operation.  
Follow the lighting instructions. Adjust the ther-  
mostat so that the appliance will operate continu-  
ously.  
5. 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 ciga-  
rette, cigar or pipe.  
Incorrect  
Termination  
(too restrictive)  
Correct Listed  
Termination  
6. After it has been determined that each appliance  
remaining connected to the common venting sys-  
tem 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.  
Vent Termination  
The vent must be provided with a weather cap of ap-  
proved design and adequate capacity.  
Any improper operation of the common venting sys-  
tem should be corrected so the installation conforms  
with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1.  
When resizing any portion of the common venting sys-  
tem, the common venting system should be resized to  
approach the minimum size as determined using the  
appropriate tables in Part II in the National Fuel Gas  
Code, ANSI Z223.1.  
3.6.6 Removing an Existing Boiler  
(from a common venting system)  
When an existing boiler is removed from a common  
venting system, the common venting system is likely  
to be too large for proper venting of the appliances  
remaining connected to it.  
At the time of removal of an existing boiler, while the  
other appliances remaining connected to the common  
venting system are not in operation, the following  
steps should be followed with each appliance remain-  
ing connected to the common venting system placed in  
operation:  
3.7 GAS PIPING  
Before making the gas hook-up, make sure the boiler  
is being supplied with the type of fuel shown on the  
boiler nameplate.  
The boiler shall be installed such that the gas ignition  
system components are protected from water (drip-  
ping, spraying, rain, etc.) during appliance operation  
and service (circulator replacement, control replace-  
ment, etc.)  
1. Seal any unused openings in the common venting  
system.  
2. Visually inspect the venting system for proper size  
and horizontal pitch and determine that there is no  
blockage or restriction, leakage, corrosion or other  
deficiency which could cause an unsafe condition.  
The gas train components are designed to handle a  
maximum inlet pressure of 14 inches water column  
(1/2 psig.). If the available gas pressure exceeds 14  
inch w.c., a suitable additional intermediate gas pres-  
sure regulator of the "lock up" type must be provided  
to reduce the pressure to less than 14 inch w.c.  
3. Insofar as is practical, close all building doors and  
windows and all doors between the space in which  
the appliances remaining connected to the com-  
mon venting system are located and other spaces  
of the building. Turn on clothes dryers and any  
appliances 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. Do not operate a summer ex-  
haust fan. Close fireplace dampers.  
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on the boiler. Gas piping should be installed in accor-  
dance with National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1,  
latest edition, and any other local codes which may  
apply; in Canada see CAN/CGA-B 149.  
By Installer  
Remote Gas  
Shutoff (not  
supplied)  
Note: See chart below for required pipe size, based on  
overall length of pipe from meter plus equivalent  
length of all fittings. Approximate sizing may be based  
on 1 cubic foot of natural gas per 1,000 Btu per hour  
input, i.e., 900,000 Btu per hour requires about 900  
cubic feet per hour. (See Typical Boiler Operating  
Conditions, Section 4.3, for more information.)  
Union  
Drip Leg  
WARNING!  
Shutoff (on  
boiler)  
All threaded connections must be made using a pipe  
compound that is resistant to the action of liquefied  
petroleum gases. Do not use Teflon tape on gas line  
threads.  
Gas Meter (not  
supplied)  
Gas Piping  
Note: Install a sediment trap (drip leg) and a union  
connection ahead of the primary manual shutoff valve  
Pipe Capacity for Natural Gas  
Nominal  
Equivalent Pipe Length  
Maximum Capacity in Cubic Feet of Natural Gas per Hour  
Iron  
Pipe  
Internal  
Diameter  
(Inches)  
Pressure Drop of 0.5 inch Water Column/Equivalent Length of  
Pipe (in feet)  
Size  
(Inches)  
1-1/4  
1-1/2  
2
90º Ell  
(Feet)  
3.45  
Tee  
(Feet)  
6.9  
20  
40  
60  
80  
100  
150  
200  
1.380  
1.610  
2.067  
2.469  
3.068  
4.026  
950  
4.02  
8.04  
10.3  
12.3  
15.3  
20.2  
1,460  
2,750  
4,350  
7,700  
990  
810  
5.17  
1,900  
3,000  
5,300  
1,520  
2,400  
4,300  
1,300  
2,050  
3,700  
7,500  
1,150  
1,850  
3,250  
6,700  
950  
800  
2-1/2  
3
6.16  
1,500  
2,650  
5,500  
1,280  
2,280  
4,600  
7.67  
4
10.1  
15,800 10,900 8,800  
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3.7.1 Gas Supply Piping by Installer  
in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code  
(NFPA 54), ANSI Z223.1, which states:  
The boiler and all gas piping connections should be  
pressure-tested and must be checked for leaks be-  
fore being placed into service. Test with com-  
pressed air or inert gas if possible.  
“In the case of vents leading outdoors, means shall  
be employed to prevent water from entering this  
piping and also to prevent blockage of vents by in-  
sects and foreign matter.”  
The boiler must be disconnected at the boiler man-  
ual shut-off valve (located at the end of the supplied  
gas train) from the gas supply piping system during  
any pressure testing of the system at pressures in  
excess of 1/2 psig (14 inch w.c.).  
The National Fuel Gas Code Handbook goes on to  
say that “Insects, insect nests, ice, or freezing rain  
can block outdoor vents....”  
During any pressure testing of the gas supply piping  
system at pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (14  
inch w.c.), the boiler should be isolated from the gas  
supply piping system by closing the manual shut-  
off.  
The pilot regulator is equipped with a vent limiting  
device and does not require external venting!  
Gas Vents by Installer  
Note: Provide a drip leg in all vent/bleed lines.  
All vent lines should be pitched up at all times to  
prevent building a trap into the vent line.  
Some leak test solutions, including soap and water,  
may cause corrosion. These solutions should be  
rinsed-off with water after testing.  
“Vent limiters” are NOT to be installed on this  
boiler.  
The air gas ratio control valve is equipped with a  
“reference chamber vent filter” which does not re-  
quire any additional venting.  
3.7.2 Gas Bleeds and Vents by Installer  
If your unit is equipped with a diaphragm gas valve,  
the bleed vents on the diaphragm gas valves have  
been factory-piped to terminate at the burner, as re-  
quired by ANSI Z21.13. This feature provides com-  
bustion of any gas which leaks past a ruptured dia-  
phragm during operation. Gas vents to outdoor air  
must be provided for the main pressure regulator.  
The pilot regulator is equipped with a vent limiting  
device and does not require external venting!  
3.8 BOILER WATER PIPING  
3.8.1 Piping Design  
Water Flow in System  
When installing per ASME CSD-1, discon-  
nect factory piped bleed vents and vent the  
diaphragm gas valves to outdoor air (field  
piping.)  
Ideal operation of the P-K MODU-FIRE® Boiler  
would consist of a 20º F temperature differential  
across the heat exchanger at High fire. Insufficient  
flow may result in excessive short cycling of the  
boiler and eventual damage or premature failure of  
the equipment.  
If a N.O. (normally open) vent valve is provided, it  
must be vented independently of any other bleeds  
and vents. Discharge of vent lines should be pro-  
tected by an insect screen.  
Minimum Return Water Temperature should be  
greater than 130º F to avoid problems of condensa-  
tion on the outside of the heat exchanger or in the  
flue passages.  
The air gas ratio control valve is equipped with a  
“reference chamber vent filter” which does not re-  
quire any additional venting. This connection is  
labeled COMBUSTION / ATMOSPHERE.  
Proper flow rates and return water temperature may  
be achieved through a combination of primary and  
secondary flow loops. Multiple zones and pumps  
may result in different flow rates at different times.  
If local conditions require venting to outdoors, the  
vent line connection must be piped by the installer  
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Consideration must be given to all possible condi-  
tions and their consequences.  
Note: Pipe unions and isolating valves must be  
installed in both water connections for ease of  
service.  
Piping With Refrigeration Machines  
The bottom connection to the boiler is the INLET  
and must be used for the return from the system.  
When used with a refrigeration system, the boiler  
shall be installed so that chilled medium is piped in  
parallel with the boiler. Valves should be installed  
to prevent chilled water from entering the boiler  
when the system is operated in the cooling mode.  
The top connection to the boiler is the OUTLET and  
must be connected as the supply to the system.  
Piping must be installed such that no piping stresses  
are transmitted to the boiler. The boiler should not  
be used as a pipe anchor.  
Piping With Air Handling Units  
The boiler piping system of a hot water heating  
boiler connected to heating coils located in air han-  
dling units, where they may be exposed to refriger-  
ated 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.  
3.8.3 Boiler Water Piping by Installer  
Strainer  
To avoid possible contamination of the boiler with  
dirt, rust or sediment from the system, a strainer  
near the boiler inlet is strongly recommended. Even  
new systems may contain sufficient foreign material  
to eventually reduce the performance of the heat  
exchanger. Adequate circulation of good clean wa-  
ter is essential to maximum efficiency and long life  
of the boiler.  
3.8.2 Boiler Inlet and Outlet Connections  
Relief Valve  
Drain  
Union  
Outlet (to  
system)  
Relief Valve and Piping  
Each boiler is supplied with a pressure-relief valve  
sized in accordance with ASME requirements. The  
relief valve should be piped to a suitable floor drain.  
Reducing couplings or other restrictions are not  
permitted in the discharge line.  
Isolating  
Valve  
Isolating  
Valve  
Low Water Cut-off  
The boiler is furnished with a flow-switch-type low  
water cut-off as required by Section IV ASME  
Code; no field piping is required. If the flow switch  
does not sense water flow, the boiler will shut down  
and a red indicator will be illuminated on the control  
panel. This flow switch only proves that flow is  
present. It does not prove adequate flow as required  
by this boiler.  
Inlet (from  
system)  
Boiler  
Drain  
Isolating  
Valve  
Strainer  
Boiler Inlet and Outlet Connections  
Installation of an external low water cutoff or man-  
ual reset low-water switch may be required by cer-  
tain codes or in certain installations. Consult your  
local code for details.  
Make water connections as the application warrants,  
or at a minimum, as shown, but always in compli-  
ance with the local requirements.  
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treated make-up water can cause premature failure  
due to buildup of scale. Such failure is not covered  
by warranty.  
WARNING!  
Never install a valve that can isolate the low water  
cutoff from the boiler.  
Scale can also reduce efficiency. For example, a  
scale thickness of 1/16" will result in a 12.5% loss  
of efficiency.  
Drain Valve and Piping  
The boiler is not provided with external drain con-  
nections. A drain valve should be installed near the  
inlet (system return) connection to the boiler and  
piped to a suitable floor drain. The boiler can be  
completely drained through the bottom header by  
removing the flush plug in the bottom end plate.  
The water quality should be within the guidelines  
established by the American Boiler Manufacturers  
Association, as follows:  
Total solids:  
Total alkalinity:  
Total hardness:  
2,500 ppm  
500 ppm  
150 ppm  
This plug may also be used to flush accumulated  
sediment from the bottom of the boiler.  
The amount of oils, fats, grease, and other organic  
matter should be limited to 10 ppm.  
Consult your water conditioning or chemical treat-  
ment supplier for analysis and recommendations.  
3.8.4 Flushing and Filling  
Flushing the System  
If antifreeze is to be used in the system, the cus-  
tomer should perform a hazard analysis to determine  
the use and disposal of the antifreeze.  
Before filling the boiler, flush the system to remove  
the debris. Clean and flush old piping thoroughly  
before installing the boiler as recommended by your  
water conditioning or chemical treatment supplier.  
3.9 BURNER AND IGNITION SYSTEM  
Under no circumstances should the hydronic system  
be flushed while the boiler is attached to the system  
since the debris or corrosion products could accu-  
mulate in the boiler and plug the boiler heat ex-  
changer.  
3.9.1 Inspection  
Inspect the burners to be sure nothing was damaged  
or knocked loose during shipment. Make sure that  
the mixer core in the top of the burner is centered in  
the burner head; (see burner photo in section on  
"Cleaning the Burner" Section 5.2). Inspect the pi-  
lot line, main gas train and ignition electrode to be  
sure they were not damaged during shipment or in-  
stallation. Check to see that the pilot is securely  
attached and that it is properly positioned to ignite  
the main burner.  
If the piping system attached to this unit will be  
chemically cleaned, the boiler must be disconnected  
from the system and a bypass installed so that the  
chemical cleaning solution does not circulate  
through the boiler.  
Filling  
To be sure that the boiler is not air-bound, open the  
pressure-relief valve located at the rear of the boiler.  
Leave the relief valve open until a steady flow of  
water is observed. Close the valve and finish filling  
the system.  
3.10 PRE-START CHECK LIST  
Before attempting to start the boiler, make sure the  
following items have been completed.  
3.8.5 Water Quality  
The boiler is designed to operate in a closed-loop  
system. As such, the system should be tight and not  
require make-up water. A high percentage of un-  
1. Flue gas from the boiler is properly vented.  
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2. Gas connection has been made, pressure tested  
for leakage, and the line purged of air. Make  
sure all required bleeds and vents have been in-  
stalled.  
2. With the main gas cock (inlet manual gas valve)  
open and the pilot gas cock open, the burner  
should be cycled on. After all the safety limits  
on gas pressure, water flow and temperature are  
satisfied, the blower will run and pre-purge the  
boiler.  
3. Water connections are complete, and the boiler  
and system have been filled and purged of air.  
3. When air flow is established, the ignition trans-  
former and pilot will operate. Both functions  
will be indicated by separate indicator lights on  
the flame safeguard.  
4. The boiler must be connected to a 120 volt / 60  
Hz power source with proper polarity and dedi-  
cated machinery ground. Provide a disconnect  
having adequate overload protection.  
4. If a satisfactory pilot is established, the spark  
will terminate and the pilot will remain on,  
alone, for 10 seconds.  
5. Combustion air openings are not obstructed in  
any way and have adequate capacity. (See Sec-  
tion 3.5)  
5. After 10 seconds, the "Main” light on the flame  
safeguard will go on; gas will not flow since the  
downstream cock is closed. The "Pilot" will  
remain on, along with the "Main Gas", for an-  
other 10 - 15 seconds and then go out. Since the  
gas cock is closed, at this point there will be no  
main flame signal and the flame safeguard pro-  
grammer will assume a “Flame Failure” and go  
to a "lockout" mode. Lockout will require man-  
ual reset of the flame safeguard.  
6. The boiler is placed the proper distance from  
any combustible walls or substances, in accor-  
dance with Section 3.3.3.  
7. Relief valves have been properly piped to floor  
drains.  
3.11 SAFETY CHECKS  
The following checks of safety systems must be  
made before putting the boiler into normal opera-  
tion.  
After completing this test, turn off the boiler and  
reopen the downstream gas cock.  
Before firing the boiler refer to Sections 4.1 and 4.2  
for information on the use of the controls, lighting,  
and shut-down procedures.  
3.11.2 Test of Low Water Cut-off  
The boiler is furnished with a flow-switch-type low  
water cutoff in the outlet nozzle. Test as follows:  
WARNING!  
Operation of the switch can be checked by first turn-  
ing the boiler off and then turning the system pump  
off, stopping water flow in the system. After turn-  
ing off the pump, turn the boiler back on. It should  
not operate, and a red indicator for "Low Water" or  
"Water Flow" should be illuminated. Do not shut  
the pump off while the boiler is operating.  
Never attempt to operate a boiler that has failed to  
pass all the safety checks described below.  
WARNING!  
After checking controls by manual adjustment, make  
sure they are always reset to their proper settings.  
Perform appropriate tests on any external probe-type  
low water cutoff.  
3.11.1 Test of Ignition Safety System  
3.11.3 Test of Limit Controls  
Test the ignition system safety shutoff as follows:  
Fire the boiler and test the high limit control as fol-  
lows:  
1. Close the gas cock which is downstream from  
the two safety shut off valves (in the vertical  
line).  
With the main burner operating, turn down the tem-  
perature setting on the "high-limit" thermostat until  
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the main burner shuts off (the green "Heat" indicator  
will go out). The high-limit switch must be manu-  
ally reset after testing. This same check should also  
be made for the "Operating Temperature" control.  
After completion of these tests, readjust thermostats  
to desired operating temperature and set high-limit  
temperature, typically 20º F above operating tem-  
perature.  
3.12 INITIAL ADJUSTMENTS  
3.12.1A – Configuring the Local Controller  
(Applies to models furnished with programmable  
temperature control.)  
Operating Modes:  
Internal Setpoint  
3.11.4 Test of Low Gas Pressure Switch  
Night Setback (Alternate Setpoint)  
Outdoor Air Reset  
Analog Input Setpoint (See Section 3.12.1B.)  
Analog Input Direct Drive (Multiple boiler  
Controls)  
Manual Reset  
Definitions:  
SP1- Setpoint 1: ...................This is the primary  
setpoint of the boiler.  
SP2- Setpoint 2 :...................An alternate setpoint.  
Available through the  
Gas Pressure Switch  
alternate setpoint con-  
tact closure.  
dSP- Differential Setpoint : ..An alternate setpoint  
differential from SP1.  
The boiler is furnished with a low gas pressure  
switch. The operation of this switch must be  
checked by slowly closing the main gas cock while  
the burner is operating. The switch should shut  
down the main burner. When the gas pressure  
switch opens, the "Gas Press." indicator will light.  
Upon reopening the main gas cock, the "Gas Press."  
indicator should remain on until the low gas pres-  
sure switch is manually reset.  
Available through the  
alternate setpoint con-  
tact closure.  
tA- Air temperature: ............Measurement of out-  
side air temperature.  
SP.E- External Setpoint:.......Measurement of the  
external setpoint.  
HyS1:....................................Low temperature dif-  
ferential.  
3.11.5 Test of High Gas Pressure Switch  
The correct setting of the high gas pressure switch is  
essential for proper operation of the boiler. This  
switch is set by the factory at 4.0” w.c. and must not  
be changed.  
HyS3:....................................High temperature dif-  
ferential.  
Internal Setpoint  
The boiler water outlet temperature is controlled to  
SP1 (setpoint 1) and the boiler modulates to main-  
tain SP1 subject to the upper and lower temperature  
differentials and the upper and lower setpoint limit.  
This switch must be checked by factory-trained per-  
sonnel.  
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For example, assume the following settings:  
Item  
Display  
Value  
Setpoint 1  
SP1  
HyS1  
HyS3  
SPL  
160  
-5  
Low Temp Differential  
High Temp Differential  
Low Temp Setpoint  
High Temp Setpoint  
12  
150  
195  
SPH  
The boiler will modulate to try to maintain 160 o F.  
If the temperature increases to 172 o F which is Set-  
point 1 (SP1) 160 + High Temp Differential (HyS3)  
12, it will shut off. Once it shuts off, it will not re-  
start until the temperature drops to 155 o F which is  
Setpoint 1 (SP1) 160 + Low Temp Differential  
(Hys1) -5. The Low Temp Setpoint (SPL) prevents  
the operator from setting Setpoint 1 (SP1) lower  
than Low Temp Setpoint (SPL) 150. The High  
Temp Setpoint (SPH) prevents the operator from  
setting Setpoint 1 (SP1) higher than the High Temp  
Setpoint (SPH) 195.  
The setpoint of the boiler is controlled by an out-  
door temperature sensor. As the outdoor tempera-  
ture falls the setpoint of the boiler is increased.  
The boiler modulates to maintain this setpoint. The  
boiler functions as indicated in internal setpoint;  
however, SP1 is determined by the outdoor air tem-  
perature.  
The setpoint SP1 is reset using a linear relationship  
with outdoor air temperature. As the outdoor air  
temperature drops the setpoint SP1 is increased a  
proportional amount. This increase is determined  
by the Heating Slope H. (See Table 1 at the end of  
this section.) For example if H is set at 1 then for  
every degree the outdoor air temp drops, the set-  
point SP1 will increase 1 degree.  
Alternate Setpoint  
The control must be configured for night setback.  
(See the configuration menu.) When the Alternate  
Setpoint contact is closed the boiler switches to its  
alternate setpoint.  
This heating curve has a reference temperature of  
68°. This reference can be offset using the Parallel  
shift parameter P. (See Table 1 at the end of this  
section.) If P is set to 0 the setpoint SP1 will be 68°  
when the outdoor temp is 68°. If P is set to 10, the  
setpoint SP1 will be 78° when the outdoor temp is  
68°. The minimum setpoint of the boiler is limited  
by the control. In the above example the actual set-  
point SP1 of the boiler will not go below 150°.  
The alternate setpoint can be determined by several  
different values. It can be a fixed alternate setpoint  
SP2. It can be a fixed differential from SP1 called  
dsP. dsP will “offset” the main setpoint SP1 by the  
value of dsP. dsP can be positive or negative.  
The Alternate Setpoint can also be determined by an  
external analog source such as a 4-20 mA signal.  
Analog Input Setpoint  
The control must be configured for external set-  
point. (See the configuration menu.)  
Outdoor Air Reset  
The control must be configured for outdoor air reset.  
(See the configuration menu.)  
The setpoint of the boiler is controlled by an exter-  
nal signal. The boiler functions as described with  
the internal setpoint, using the value determined by  
the external analog signal.  
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Analog Input Direct Drive  
PARAMETER level, and the  
The firing rate of the boiler is controlled by an ex-  
ternal analog signal, usually from a multiple boiler  
control. The boiler turns on and off as directed by  
the external control.  
CONFIGURATION level.  
The following table indicates the menu options  
available from each level. The options available  
depend on the operating mode of the boiler.  
An operating limit control ensures that the boiler  
temperature does not exceed the set value.  
Refer also to Section 3.12.1B.  
Use of the Controller  
Operating Limit Closed  
Firing Rate Decreasing  
Firing Rate Increasing  
Actual Value  
Display (red)  
Manual Opera-  
tion  
Setpoint  
Display  
(green)  
Alarm Relay  
Energized  
Decrease  
Value  
Increase  
Value  
PROGRAM  
Button  
EXIT But-  
ton  
User Level:  
To access the User level from the basic display  
press PGM.  
The diagram shows the RWF40 after switching on  
power. This condition is called the basic display.  
The actual value and the currently active setpoint  
are shown here. Manual operation, self-setting, and  
the user, parameter, and configuration levels can be  
activated from here.  
Change the setpoint SP1 with or .  
Change to setpoint SP2 or dSP with PGM.  
Change the setpoint SP2 or dSP with or .  
Return to the basic display with EXIT.  
Operation of the Control  
Manual Operation of the Boiler  
The temperature control has three levels of cascad-  
ing menus. They are:  
The boiler firing rate can be controlled manually.  
USER level,  
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To change to manual operation press EXIT for  
5 seconds.  
during manual operation, then the control is changed  
to automatic operation.  
The LED above the hand symbol lights up.  
Parameter Level  
Change the firing rate of the boiler with or  
.  
To access the parameter level press and hold the  
PGM button for longer than two (2) seconds. The  
parameters available in this level are used for proper  
functioning of the boiler with the system.  
The firing rate increases as long as is pressed.  
The firing rate decreases as long as is  
pressed.  
Within the parameter level you can go to the next  
parameter by pressing PGM.  
LED's on the control indicate if the firing rate is  
increasing or decreasing.  
The parameters and their functions are listed in Ta-  
ble 1 on the following page. The actual parameters  
available depend on the configuration of the control.  
To change back to automatic operation press  
EXIT for 5 seconds.  
Manual operation can only be activated if the burner  
relay is on. If the control sets the burner relay to off  
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Table 1 - Table of Parameters  
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Configuration Level  
3.12.2 Air Flow Adjustments  
The configuration level is used to set up the control  
for the sensors used, and the functioning of the  
alarm relay. The configuration level must be ad-  
justed by factory-trained personnel only.  
The air flow is pre-set at the factory prior to ship-  
ment. The air (and gas) may have to be adjusted for  
local conditions. All air flow adjustments must be  
performed by factory-trained personnel.  
The air and gas are adjusted at two firing rates: High  
fire and Low fire. The boiler modulates between  
these two rates to maintain a steady outlet tempera-  
ture.  
3.12.1B Optional Remote Control  
This option is used when the firing rate of the boiler  
is controlled by an external analog signal, usually  
from a multiple boiler control. The boiler turns on  
and off as directed by the external control.  
Fuel adjustments for proper fuel/air ratio are made  
first at High fire, then at Low fire.  
An operating limit control ensures that the boiler  
temperature does not exceed the set value.  
Red  
Blue  
Remote/  
Local  
Firing Rate  
Air Flow Adjustments  
Remote/Local and Firing Rate Switches  
The air flow rates are adjusted by setting the end  
switches in the damper actuator. The red end switch  
sets the High fire position. The blue end switch sets  
the Low fire position. To set the position of the  
switch, rotate the colored wheel corresponding to  
either High fire or Low fire until it indicates the de-  
sired setting. Once the desired setting is set, move  
the damper to a mid position and then back to either  
Low or High fire as desired.  
Local control is used for setting up and testing the  
boiler. Local control of the boiler firing rate can be  
obtained by placing the Remote/Local switch in the  
local position (This does not bypass # 1 start inter-  
lock, # 1 start interlock must be made for the boiler  
to fire). With the boiler in local mode, the up/down  
switch can be used to control the firing rate of the  
boiler. Pressing this switch in the up direction in-  
creases the firing rate. Placing this switch in the  
down position decreases the firing rate.  
The red air flow cam should be set so that the cabi-  
net pressure at High fire is at or below that indicated  
on the rating plate for High fire. The blue cam  
should be set so that the cabinet pressure at Low fire  
is at or above that indicated on the rating plate for  
Low fire.  
To operate the boiler independently from the BMS  
(Building Management System) or sequencer, an  
external bypass switch of the BMS must be installed  
by the control contractor.  
The cabinet air pressure at Low fire must be at least  
0.3” w.c.  
WARNING!  
Do not bypass any safety limits with this switch.  
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Installation  
3.12.3 Gas Pressure Adjustment  
See rating plate for the minimum and maximum gas  
pressure of the boiler. Each boiler is furnished with  
two plugged taps in the gas manifold for test gauge  
connections. One tap is located at the main gas  
cock for measuring the gas supply pressure (1/4”  
IPS). The supply pressure during main burner op-  
eration must be greater than the minimum indicated  
on the rating plate. The second tap is located down-  
stream from the last main gas control in the union  
elbow where the gas line enters the back of the  
cabinet and is for measuring the manifold gas pres-  
sure (1/8” I.P.S.)  
To adjust the gas pressure, remove the cover plate  
from the air / gas ratio control valve. Set the boiler  
at High fire as described in the boiler operation sec-  
tion of the manual. The High fire gas pressure is  
adjusted with the lower screw of the air / gas ratio  
control vale. Using a combustion analyzer, adjust  
the oxygen reading between 6.5% and 7.5%. Set the  
boiler at Low fire as described in the boiler opera-  
tion section of the manual. For initial adjustment  
the cabinet pressure should be the same as shown on  
the “Factory Firetest” label. The Low fire gas pres-  
sure is adjusted with the upper screw of the air / gas  
ratio control valve. Using combustion measurement  
equipment, adjust the oxygen reading between 6.5%  
and 7.5%.  
Low-fire Adjustment  
Run the firing rate up and down through the com-  
plete firing range and verify that the oxygen read-  
ings are within the proper range.  
High fire Adjustment  
Gas Pressure Adjustment  
BASIC COMBUSTION ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE  
Start boiler in test mode  
Adjust start pressure with orange cam 1.0” – 1.2” H2O cabinet air  
Adjust pilot gas for good pilot – See factory run out label  
Start boiler and measure combustion O2 between 6.0 – 8.0  
Ramp to high fire adjust cabinet air to nameplate with red cam. Combustion O2 between 7.0 – 7.5.  
Ramp to low fire 0.3” adjust cabinet air with blue cam  
Check high fire and low fire again  
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Operation  
4.0 OPERATION  
Cabinet Air  
Pressure  
Test  
4.1 GENERAL  
Pilot Gas  
Pressure  
Test  
4.1.1 Control Panel Front  
Main Gas  
Pressure  
Test  
Temperature  
Control  
Operating  
Instructions  
High Gas  
Pressure  
Switch  
Low Gas  
Pressure  
Switch  
Pilot Gas  
Cock  
Indicator Lights  
On-Off Switch  
Main Gas  
Cock  
The front of the control panel shows Operating In-  
structions and a series of illuminated indicator lights  
which show the condition of the boiler.  
4.2 LIGHTING AND SHUT-DOWN PROCEDURES  
Do not use this boiler if any part has been under wa-  
ter. Immediately call factory-trained personnel to  
inspect the boiler and to replace any part of the con-  
trol system and any gas control which has been un-  
der water.  
4.2.1 Lighting Procedures  
1. Utilities: Turn on electric supply to boiler.  
Open gas supply valves. Make sure system is  
filled with water and turn on circulation pump.  
2. Reset Switches: Press reset button on gas pres-  
sure switches (attached to main gas valve at  
back of boiler) if gas supply was turned off.  
Press control reset button after safety lockout.  
3. Set desired limit and operating temperature (in-  
side control panel).  
Reset Switch  
On-Off Switch  
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Operation  
4. Turn power switch on. If a red warning indica-  
tor is illuminated, see call for factory-trained  
personnel to troubleshoot the problem and im-  
plement corrective action. Wait five minutes  
before attempting to reset boiler.  
ply to the pump. Instead, shut off the gas supply at  
a location external to the boiler.  
4.3 TYPICAL BOILER OPERATING CONDITIONS  
Natural Gas  
4.2.2 Normal Shut Down Procedures  
1. Close all manual gas valves.  
2. Turn off electric power.  
Input  
(1030 Btu/cu. Ft.)  
Model Rating  
Gas  
Rate  
(CFH)  
Output  
Capacity  
(Btu/Hr.)  
No.  
(Btu/hr)  
4.2.3 Emergency Shut Off  
1000 1,000,000  
1500 1,500,000  
2000 2,000,000  
971  
850,000  
Main and pilot gas cocks should be closed immedi-  
ately if an emergency situation occurs; see Section  
4.2.1 for the location of the gas cocks.  
1,456 1,275,000  
1,942 1,700,000  
If overheating occurs or the gas supply fails to shut  
off, do not turn off or disconnect the electrical sup-  
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Maintenance  
5.1.2 Weekly  
5.0 MAINTENANCE  
Observe the conditions of the pilot and main flame.  
A normal High fire flame is blue. If the flame is  
yellow, then corrective action must be taken. In  
Low fire the burner will glow a yellowish orange.  
General Lock out / Tag out procedure must be em-  
ployed when servicing unit.  
Hazard analysis should be performed by end user to  
insure safety of their employees and/or service tech-  
nicians.  
Correct air adjustment is essential to the efficient  
operation of this boiler. If an adjustment in the  
combustion is necessary, the flue gas composition  
should be checked with a carbon dioxide (CO2) or  
oxygen (O2) analyzer to set conditions. Refer to  
Section 3.12.2 and 3.12.3.  
In addition to the requirements of Section 2.1, main-  
tenance performed on the Siemens gas valve re-  
quires that the valve be removed from the boiler and  
securely placed in a vice prior to performing any  
maintenance.  
5.1.3 Monthly (During Operation)  
5.1 MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION SCHEDULE  
1. Test flame detection by voltage reading at the  
control programmer.  
WARNING!  
2. Test high-limit control by reducing setting be-  
low the operating temperature. Burner should  
shut off. After readjusting the thermostat, press  
the button to reset the switch.  
Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing  
controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and  
dangerous operation.  
3. Test operating temperature controls by reducing  
or increasing temperature setting as necessary to  
check burner operation.  
Verify proper operation after servicing.  
5.1.1 Daily  
4. Check flue gas temperature at outlet. If there is  
a temperature increase over previous readings,  
this probably indicates sooting or water scale  
build-up.  
Observe operating temperature and general condi-  
tions. Make sure that the flow of combustion and  
ventilating air to the boiler is not obstructed. De-  
termine the cause of any illuminated red indicators,  
unusual noises or operating conditions and make the  
necessary corrections.  
5. Test the water cutoff by trying to restart boiler  
with the system pump off. The boiler should  
not operate. Water flow indicator should light.  
6. Test low gas pressure switch by closing main  
gas cock and attempting to restart boiler.  
WARNING!  
Check daily to be sure that the boiler area is free  
and clear of any combustible materials, including  
flammable vapors and liquids.  
This work should be performed by factory-trained  
personnel.  
The motorized gas valves contain hydraulic oil  
which may be hazardous to the environment.  
Should a leak develop, use safe procedures for dis-  
posal of this or any other lubricant.  
5.1.4 Semi-Annually  
In addition to the recommended monthly service:  
1. Inspect and clean blower fan and inlet screen of  
any accumulated dust or lint.  
2. Clean burner of any accumulated dust or lint.  
See Section 5.2 on "Cleaning the Burner."  
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Maintenance  
3. Inspect burner for any signs of deterioration or  
corrosion. Replace immediately if deterioration  
or corrosion is evident.  
5.2 CLEANING THE BURNER  
Ignition  
Electrode  
The blower motor is permanently lubricated and  
does not require periodic lubrication.  
Mixer  
Core  
This work should be performed by factory-trained  
personnel.  
UV  
Scanner  
5.1.5 Annually  
In addition to the recommended monthly service:  
Burner  
Tube  
1. Check burner and clean off any soot or foreign  
material that may have accumulated. See Sec-  
tion 5.2 on "Cleaning the Burner." Check for  
corrosion of the burner and its parts. If there is  
evidence of deterioration or corrosion, replace  
immediately.  
Pilot  
Tube  
Burner  
Screen  
Burner Assembly  
2. Inspect combustion chamber through access  
door on front side of boiler. To remove doors,  
remove fasteners, pull door forward slightly,  
then pull upward. Note any signs of deteriora-  
tion. Take corrective action as necessary.  
1. Follow Lock out / Tag out procedures for Elec-  
tric, Gas, and Water connections.  
2. Remove the top cover of the boiler.  
3. Disconnect the pilot tube, main gas union, elec-  
trode wire, ground wire, mixer core tube, UV  
Scanner, and the 4 burner hold down nuts.  
3. Inspect and clean heat exchanger. Clean exte-  
rior of finned tubes and flush inside of heat ex-  
changer as required (separate from system  
flush).  
4. Remove the burner and mixer core from the  
boiler and place it on the floor.  
4. Examine the venting system at least once a year.  
5. Use low pressure air, max. 20 psig, to blow in-  
side the burner first, then outside of the burner,  
in order to remove any accumulated dust or lint  
build-up. Also blow the air down the pilot tube  
to clean away any dust or dirt  
a. Check all joints and pipe connections for  
tightness.  
b. Check pipe for corrosion or deterioration. If  
any piping needs replacing, do so immedi-  
ately.  
6. Check that the electrode is not touching the wall  
of the pilot tube. Also be sure the electrode is  
not cracked and that the ceramic spider is able  
to move up and down freely.  
5. Inspect heating system for other problems. This  
work should be performed by factory-trained  
personnel.  
7. Use a soft, clean cloth to remove accumulated  
contaminants from the UV radiation tube (UV  
scanner) glass envelope.  
6. Perform combustion analysis.  
7. The relief valve should be tested as per the  
valve manufacturer’s recommendations at least  
annually or as indicated by local codes.  
8. Leak test gas valves.  
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Maintenance  
8. Remove the nuts and bolts from the flanges of  
the inlet and outlet nozzles at the rear of the  
outer casing.  
9. Remove the exchanger and clean the fins.  
Note: The inner and outer cabinets are separate  
parts and reassembly is easier if the inner cabinet  
and exchanger are removed together as one unit.  
Pilot  
Tube  
WARNING!  
Ceramic Spider  
The heat exchanger is heavy; use proper lifting  
equipment and techniques.  
Ignition  
Electrode  
5.4 AFTER ALL REPAIRS OR MAINTENANCE  
8. Before re-installing the burner, check the  
cleanliness of the heat exchanger and the condi-  
tion of the combustion chamber. If corrosion or  
leaks are noticed, (green or otherwise, please  
call the factory for assistance)  
1. Follow "Pre-Start Check List" (Section 3.10)  
and all "Safety Checks" (Section 3.11).  
2. Check gas pressure and adjust gas flow if neces-  
sary. (See "Gas Pressure Adjustment", Section  
3.12.3.)  
9. Install the burner and mixer core. Reconnect  
the pilot tube, main gas union, 4 burner hold  
down nuts, electrode wire, ground wire, mixer  
core tube, UV Scanner. Be sure the Pilot tube is  
not touching any other component.  
3. Check air pressure and adjust air flow if neces-  
sary. (See "Air Flow Adjustment", Section  
3.12.2.)  
4. Perform combustion check.  
5.3 REMOVING THE EXCHANGER  
1. Remove the burner as above.  
2. Remove the front doors by pulling forward and  
upward.  
3. Remove the top panel of the inner cabinet.  
4. Close the isolation valves to the system.  
5. Drain the boiler.  
6. Disconnect the supply and return lines.  
7. Remove the manifold assembly containing the  
temperature-pressure indicator, relief valve and  
the water flow switch (on the D series units dis-  
connect at the grooved pipe coupling [Victau-  
lic]).  
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Maintenance  
gizes relay 2 and stops the air damper motor.  
The motor contactor is energized through relay  
2. The air flow switch initially shows low air  
flow with the “LOW AIR” indicator. This indi-  
cator will remain on until sufficient air flow is  
sensed. If the damper motor is not open enough  
for purge, relay 2 is not energized, the combus-  
tion air blower will not start and the combustion  
sequence does not go any farther.  
5.5 SEQUENCE OF OPERATION  
5.5.1 Standard Modulating  
1. When the On/Off (Main power) switch is turned  
on, the switch illuminates. Power is provided to  
the flame safeguard control, the temperature  
control, and through normally closed contacts of  
relays 2 and 3 to the damper close terminal.  
Power is also applied through the “start logic  
string” a series of normally closed switches, in-  
cluding water flow, gas pressure, high stack  
temp, high limit temperature, and operating  
temperature to the flame safeguard programmer.  
7. Once sufficient airflow is indicated by the air  
flow switch, Terminal 7 of the combustion con-  
trol is energized. This starts the Prepurge pe-  
riod. The combustion chamber is Prepurged for  
30 seconds.  
8. A 10-second “trial for ignition” period is initi-  
ated with both Terminal 8 and 10 being ener-  
gized. Terminal 10 of the combustion control  
powers the ignition transformer. The trans-  
former output creates a spark at the igniter.  
Terminal 8 powers the pilot gas valve.  
2. The water flow limit switch is closed when  
there is water flow through the boiler.  
Note: The closing of this switch does not prove  
that flow is adequate. Refer to Technical Data  
Sheet # TD110 for proper flow requirements.  
9. When a pilot flame is detected by the UV scan-  
ner a signal is sent to the combustion control.  
When this signal is detected, Terminal 10 of the  
combustion control is de-energized terminating  
the spark.  
3. When adequate gas pressure is available, the  
low gas pressure limit switch is closed. Manual  
reset is required following conditions resulting  
in low gas pressure.  
4. When the temperature sensed by the high limit  
temperature control is below the set limit, the  
switch is closed. Manual reset is required fol-  
lowing conditions exceeding high limit tempera-  
ture.  
10. After the 10 second “trial for ignition” period, if  
pilot flame has been established, Terminal 9 of  
the Combustion Control is energized. This  
opens the main gas valve and energizes the air  
gas ratio control. The 10 second Main trial for  
ignition” period begins. If pilot flame has not  
been established, the unit will lock out on pilot  
flame failure.  
5. When heat is required as indicated by the outlet  
water temperature, power is applied to Terminal  
6 of the programmer, which initiates the burner  
ignition and operation sequence.  
11. After the 10 second “main trial for ignition pe-  
riod” if flame has been established, Terminal 8  
of the combustion control is de-energized, clos-  
ing the pilot valve. Terminal 21 is energized,  
energizing Relay-1. If main flame has not been  
established, the unit will lock out on main flame  
failure.  
6. The programmer first energizes Terminal 4  
which supplies power to a normally open con-  
tact of relay 2, the air damper position limit  
switch, and the air flow switch. If the damper  
motor is on the low fire side of the damper posi-  
tion limit switch, relay 3 is energized through  
normally closed contact of relay 2. This supplies  
power to the open terminal of the air damper  
through the normally open contact of relay 3.  
The air damper opens to its start position and  
the damper position limit switch applies power  
to terminal 6 on the damper motor. This ener-  
12. Relay 1 releases the temperature control to  
modulate.  
13. The unit modulates between the low fire setting  
and the high fire setting to maintain the desired  
outlet water temp set point.  
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14. When the load is below the low fire rating of the  
boiler the boiler will continue firing and the out-  
let water temperature will rise until it reaches  
the set point + hysterises value. At this point  
the operating control switch opens and the com-  
bustion control is de-energized at Terminal 6  
and the indicator for HEAT is turned off. This  
action also de-energizes Terminal 9 thus closing  
the main gas valve and the air gas ratio control  
valve. Relay-1 and 2 are de-energized which  
applies power to the close terminal of the air  
damper motor. The air damper closes.  
lowing conditions exceeding high limit tempera-  
ture.  
6. When heat is required as indicated by the outlet  
water temperature, power is applied to Terminal  
6 of the programmer, which initiates the burner  
ignition and operation sequence.  
7. The flame safeguard control first energizes  
Terminal 5 which energizes control relay R1,  
energizes the motor contactor for the blower  
motor, and supplies power to the air flow  
switch, which initially shows low air flow with  
the “Low Air “ indicator. This indicator will  
remain on until air flow is sensed. Terminal 12  
is also energized which drives the air damper to  
the open position. When the damper motor is at  
the full open position, the high fire limit switch  
is made which energizes the high fire switch in-  
put terminal 19 on the flame safeguard control.  
15. When the water temperature is reduced by the  
load on the system, the operating control switch  
will close again. The operating sequence will  
recycle to step 5, provided the limits on water  
flow, gas pressure and high temperature are all  
met.  
8. Once sufficient airflow is indicated by the air  
flow switch, Terminal 7 of the flame safeguard  
control is energized. If the high fire switch and  
proof of closure switch are in the correct state,  
this starts the Prepurge period. The combustion  
chamber is Prepurged for 30 seconds.  
5.5.2 IRI Modulating  
1. When the On/Off (Main power) switch is turned  
on, the switch illuminates. Power is provided to  
the flame safeguard control, the temperature  
control, and through the flame safeguard control  
to the damper close terminal. Power is also ap-  
plied through the proof of closure switch on the  
air gas ratio control, and to the “start logic  
string” a series of normally closed switches, in-  
cluding water flow, gas pressure, high stack  
temp, high limit temperature, and operating  
temperature to the flame safeguard programmer.  
9. When the Prepurge time period elapses the  
flame safeguard control energizes terminal 14,  
which drives the damper motor through the po-  
sition switch to the start position.  
10. When the damper motor is at the start position,  
the start position limit switch is made, which  
energizes the low fire switch input terminal 18  
on the flame safeguard control. A 10-second  
“trial for ignition” period is initiated with both  
Terminal 8 and 10 being energized. Terminal 10  
of the combustion control powers the ignition  
transformer. The transformer output creates a  
spark at the igniter. Terminal 8 powers the pilot  
gas valve.  
2. The water flow limit switch is closed when  
there is water flow through the boiler.  
3. Note: The closing of this switch does not prove  
that flow is adequate. Refer to Technical Data  
Sheet # TD110 for proper flow requirements.  
4. When gas pressure is available, the low gas  
pressure limit switch is closed. Manual reset is  
required following conditions resulting in low  
gas pressure.  
11. When a pilot flame is detected by the UV scan-  
ner a signal is sent to the combustion control.  
When this signal is detected, Terminal 10 of the  
combustion control is de-energized terminating  
the spark.  
5. When the temperature sensed by the high limit  
temperature control is below the set limit, the  
switch is closed. Manual reset is required fol-  
12. After the 10 second “Pilot Flame Establishing”  
period, if pilot flame has been established, Ter-  
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Maintenance  
Loss of Water Flow  
minal 9 of the Combustion Control is energized.  
This opens the main gas valve and energizes the  
air gas ratio control. The 15 second "Main  
Flame Establishing” period begins. If pilot  
flame has not been established, the unit will  
lock out on pilot flame failure.  
When the "Water Flow" indicator is illuminated,  
there is insufficient water flow to close the switch,  
and burner operation is interrupted. When water  
flow is re-established, the sequence returns to Step  
2, provided that the other limits are satisfied.  
13. After the 15 second “Main Flame Establishing  
Period” if flame has been established, Terminal  
8 of the combustion control is de-energized,  
closing the pilot valve. Terminal 15 is ener-  
gized, providing power to the modulating con-  
trol of the boiler. If main flame has not been es-  
tablished, the unit will lock out on main flame  
failure.  
Gas Pressure  
When the "Gas Press" indicator is illuminated, there  
has been either insufficient gas pressure or the gas  
pressure to the manifold is too high for safe and  
proper operation of the boiler. The power to the  
programmer will be interrupted.  
14. The unit modulates between the low fire setting  
and the high fire setting to maintain the desired  
outlet water temp set point.  
If a gas-supply shut-off valve is closed for any rea-  
son, a low gas condition will result.  
When gas pressure is restored, the "Gas Press" indi-  
cator will remain on and the boiler will remain  
locked out until the gas pressure switch is manually  
reset.  
15. When the load is below the low fire rating of the  
boiler the boiler will continue firing and the out-  
let water temperature will rise until it reaches  
operating limit setpoint value. At this point the  
operating control switch opens and the combus-  
tion control is de-energized at Terminal 6 and  
the indicator for HEAT is turned off. This ac-  
tion also de-energizes Terminal 9 thus closing  
the main gas valve and the air gas ratio control  
valve. Terminal 14 is energized which applies  
power to the close terminal of the air damper  
motor. The air damper closes.  
In the event of a high gas manifold pressure condi-  
tion, the “Gas Press” indicator will illuminate indi-  
cating a potential air gas ratio control failure. This  
must be corrected by factory-trained personnel be-  
fore restarting the boiler.  
Once the switch is reset, the sequence returns to  
Step 3, provided that the other limits are satisfied.  
16. When the water temperature is reduced by the  
load on the system, the operating control switch  
will close again. The operating sequence will  
recycle to step 5, provided the limits on water  
flow, gas pressure and high temperature are all  
met.  
High Water Temperature  
When the boiler water has exceeded both the operat-  
ing and high-limit temperature, power to the pro-  
grammer is interrupted. When the water tempera-  
ture falls below the high-limit temperature, the  
boiler will remain locked out until the switch is  
manually reset. Once the switch is reset, the se-  
quence returns to Step 4 to await heat demand pro-  
vided that the other limits are satisfied.  
5.6 TROUBLESHOOTING  
Loss of Power  
Low Air  
In the event of loss of power, the entire boiler sys-  
tem is de-energized, closing all automatic valves  
and halting all boiler operations. When power is  
restored the sequence of operation will resume at  
Step 5, provided that all the limits are satisfied.  
If the "Low Air" indicator remains on for longer  
than 20 seconds, there is insufficient airflow through  
the burner. An extended low air indication does not  
mean that the low air switch is defective.  
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Maintenance  
Flame Failure  
Check the cabinet pressure for a minimum of  
0.3" w.c.  
Check burner is clean (refer to Section 5.2).  
In the event of a main flame failure during a firing  
period, the main fuel valves are de-energized and  
the programmer immediately goes into "lockout"  
mode. If flame failure occurs and the indicator is  
illuminated, the programmer must be manually re-  
set.  
Ignition Failure  
In the event the pilot flame is not detected by the  
UV scanner during the 10 second trial-for-ignition  
period (Step 9), the pilot gas valve and spark igni-  
tion are de-energized. At this time a safety lockout  
occurs which de-energizes all outputs from the pro-  
grammer except Terminal A, which is connected to  
the "Flame Failure" indicator. A manual reset of the  
programmer (located inside the control panel) is  
required.  
WARNING  
If any “Manual Reset” limit device trips,  
DO NOT  
reset without determining and correcting the cause.  
(Flame safeguard, high or low gas pressure,  
high temperature limit, stack temperature.)  
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Parts/Technical Support  
6.0 PARTS/TECHNICAL SUPPORT  
Spare parts and replacement parts can be ordered  
from your local representative or Patterson-Kelley  
by calling (570) 476-7261 or Toll Free (877) 728-  
5351. The fax number is (570) 476-7247. Refer to  
the parts list shown on the assembly drawing pro-  
vided with this manual.  
6.1 SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS  
Typical schematic drawings are shown on the  
following pages. Drawings specific to your par-  
ticular equipment can be supplied by your local  
P-K representative.  
Technical information is also available at the above  
number.  
Table of Contents for this Section:  
When ordering replacement parts please have the  
model number and serial number of your boiler  
available.  
Standard Unit - Local Control - Logic Diagram  
Standard Unit - Remote Control - Logic Diagram  
Standard Unit - Local & Remote Control- Logic  
Diagram  
Standard Unit - Local & Remote Control w/ Options  
- Logic Diagram  
IRI Unit - Local Control - Logic Diagram  
IRI Unit - Remote Control - Logic Diagram  
IRI Unit - Local & Remote Control - Logic Diagram  
IRI Unit - Local & Remote Control w/ Options - Logic  
Diagram  
Standard Unit – Panel Layout  
IRI Unit – Panel Layout  
31  
Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Parts/Technical Support  
Standard Unit - Local Control - Logic Diagram  
M R A A L  
E Y E S A L M F F  
K C O L R E T I N  
T
A R S T 2 #  
K C O L R E T I N  
A R S T 1 #  
T
32  
Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Parts/Technical Support  
Standard Unit - Remote Control - Logic Diagram  
T
G O  
P U I N  
A N A L  
A L A R M  
E S A F F E L Y A M  
K C  
K C  
I N T E R L O  
2 # S T A R T  
I N T E R L O  
1 # S T A R T  
33  
Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Parts/Technical Support  
Standard Unit - Local & Remote Control - Logic Diagram  
T U P I N  
G
A L O A N  
M R A L A  
F E Y  
F L A M E S A  
K
K
O L C R E T I N  
# 2 S T A R T  
O L C R E T I N  
# 1 S T A R T  
34  
Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Parts/Technical Support  
Standard Unit - Local & Remote Control w Options - Logic Diagram  
T U I N P  
Y
L A E D  
G O A L A N  
M P P U  
M R A  
T S N I A L P O  
L L A L I M I T  
M
Y
A R E A N L G R A  
T N I S E T P O  
T N I P O S E T  
T E A N R A L T E  
M
A R A L  
F E E S A A M F L  
U T R E E R A M E P T  
O D O R A O U T  
R I  
T N I  
O L C R K I N T E  
T R A T S # 2  
S E T P O  
T U I N P  
G O A N A L  
O L C R K I N T E  
T R A T S # 1  
35  
Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Parts/Technical Support  
IRI Unit - Local Control - Logic Diagram  
M
A R A L  
Y
F E T E S A M F L  
K C O  
I N T E R L  
T
A R S T 2 #  
K C O  
I N T E R L  
T
A R S T 1 #  
36  
Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Parts/Technical Support  
IRI Unit - Remote Control - Logic Diagram  
I N P U T  
G O L A A N  
M R A A L  
E S A L M F F  
Y T E  
O C R K E L I N T  
A R S T 2 #  
T
T
O C R K E L I N T  
A R S T 1 #  
37  
Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Parts/Technical Support  
IRI Unit - Local & Remote Control - Logic Diagram  
T
P U I N  
G O L A A N  
A L A R M  
F E A T Y E S A L M F  
K
K
O L C R T E I N  
A T R S T # 2  
O L C R T E I N  
A T R S T # 1  
38  
Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Parts/Technical Support  
IRI Unit - Local & Remote Control w Options - Logic Diagram  
T
P U I N  
D E L A Y  
P U M  
G O L A A N  
P
A S L T A N R I M P O  
T
M I A L L L I  
M R A L  
R A N G E A  
T N O I T P S E  
I N O T P S E T  
A L T E R N A T  
E
A L A R M  
Y
S E A M F E T F L A  
E R U A T E R M E P T  
R I  
O D O R A O U T  
K C O L R T E I N  
S T A # R 2 T  
O P I N T S E T  
T U P I N  
O L G A A N  
K C O L R T E I N  
S T A # R 1 T  
39  
Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Standard Unit – Panel Layout  
Parts/Technical Support  
40  
Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
IRI Unit – Panel Layout  
Parts/Technical Support  
41  
Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Parts/Technical Support  
6.2 BOILER PARTS LIST  
6.2.1 Main Assembly  
5
4
3
11  
13, 14.  
10  
12  
15  
9
No.  
Part  
No.  
Part  
1. Mixer Core, Burner (Inside Cabinet)  
2. Burner Orifice (Inside Cabinet)  
3. Spark Igniter Electrode  
4. UV Scanner  
12. Water Flow Switch  
13. Blower, Motor (Inside Cabinet)  
14. Blower, Wheel (Inside Cabinet)  
15. Press./Temp. Gauge  
5. Thermowell w/Clamp  
6. Electrode Assembly w/Mica (Inside Cabi-  
net)  
7. Pilot Tube (Inside Cabinet)  
8. Burner (Inside Cabinet)  
9. Heat Exchanger  
Installation/Owner’s Manual All Models-MOD  
CP Control Panel (Section 6.2.2)  
EC Exterior Cabinet (Section 6.2.4)  
IC Interior Cabinet (Section 6.2.4)  
PG Pilot Gas Train (Section 6.2.3)  
MG Main Gas Train (Section 6.2.3)  
10. Blower Damper  
11. Pressure Relief Valve (100 PSI)  
42  
Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Parts/Technical Support  
6.2.2 Control Panel  
Circuit Breaker  
Relays and  
Sockets  
1
4
2
7, 7a, 7b, 8  
6
9
Forced Recycle Time  
Delay Relay  
3
12  
5
11  
Local Control Panel  
No.  
1.  
Part  
No.  
7.  
Part  
Flame Safeguard Pro-  
grammer  
No.  
Part  
10a. Ignition Cable (not visi-  
ble)  
Thermostat (Manual Re-  
set)  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Thermostat (Oper. Temp)  
Air Flow Switch  
Motor Start Relay  
Terminal Block, Neutral  
Terminal Block, Power  
7a. Amplifier (UV Scanner)  
7b. Timing Card, 30 sec.  
11. Indicator Light, Red  
12. Indicator Light, Green  
8.  
9.  
Programmer, Sub-Base  
Switch, On/Off, Lighted  
10. Ignition Transformer (not  
visible)  
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Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Parts/Technical Support  
Relays and  
Sockets  
Circuit Breaker  
1
4
2
7, 7a, 7b, 8  
6
9
Forced Recycle Time  
Delay Relay  
3
12  
5
11  
Remote Control Panel  
No.  
1.  
Part  
No.  
7.  
Part  
Flame Safeguard Pro-  
grammer  
No.  
Part  
Thermostat (Manual Re-  
set)  
10a. Ignition Cable (not visi-  
ble)  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Thermostat (Oper. Temp)  
Air Flow Switch  
Motor Start Relay  
Terminal Block, Neutral  
Terminal Block, Power  
7a. Amplifier (UV Scanner)  
7b. Timing Card, 30 sec.  
11. Indicator Light, Red  
12. Indicator Light, Green  
8.  
9.  
Programmer, Sub-Base  
Switch, On/Off, Lighted  
10. Ignition Transformer (not  
visible)  
44  
Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Parts/Technical Support  
6.2.3 Gas Trains  
6.2.3.1 Standard Gas Train - 1000  
3
2
8
6
7
5
4
1
9
No.  
1.  
2.  
Part  
Main Gas Shutoff Cock  
Main Gas Valve Actuator  
Main Gas Valve  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
Air/Gas Ratio Control  
Low Gas Pressure Switch  
High Gas Pressure Switch  
Leak Test Valve  
8.  
Pilot Gas Cock  
9.  
Vent Filter  
45  
Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Parts/Technical Support  
6.2.3.2 Standard Gas Train - 1500 & 2000  
6
5
7
8
9
1
2
4
3
No.  
1.  
2.  
Part  
Main Gas Shutoff Cock  
Main Gas Valve Actuator  
Main Gas Valve  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
Air/Gas Ratio Control  
Low Gas Pressure Switch  
High Gas Pressure Switch  
Leak Test Valve  
8.  
Pilot Gas Cock  
9.  
Vent Filter  
46  
Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Parts/Technical Support  
6.2.3.3 IRI Gas Train - 1000  
6
7
5
9
1
3
8
10  
4
2
No.  
Part  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Main Gas Shutoff Cock  
Main Gas Valve Actuator  
Main Gas Valve  
Air/Gas Ratio Control  
Low Gas Pressure Switch  
High Gas Pressure Switch  
Leak Test Valve  
Normally Open Vent Valve  
Pilot Gas Cock  
10. Vent Filter  
47  
Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Parts/Technical Support  
6.2.3.4 IRI Gas Train - 1500 & 2000  
7
3
5
6
4
9
8
2
10  
1
No.  
Part  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Main Gas Shutoff Cock  
Main Gas Valve Actuator  
Main Gas Valve  
Air/Gas Ratio Control  
Low Gas Pressure Switch  
High Gas Pressure Switch  
Leak Test Valve  
Normally Open Vent Valve  
Pilot Gas Cock  
10. Vent Filter  
48  
Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Parts/Technical Support  
6.2.4 Cabinet  
4,5  
10  
9
3
12  
11  
11  
4,5  
12  
1
8
3
9
6
1
10  
7
2
2
Internal Cabinet  
1500/2000 - External Cabinet  
1000 - External Cabinet  
No.  
Part  
1. Exterior Cabinet, Assy.  
2. Exterior Cabinet, Door  
3. Exterior Cabinet, Top  
4. Sight Glass  
5. Sight Glass Bezel  
6. Combustion Chamber, Assy.  
7. Combustion Chamber, Door  
8. Combustion Chamber, Top  
9. Control Panel, Label  
10. Control Panel, Cover  
11. Control Panel, Sub Panel  
12. Control Panel, Base Assy.  
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Modu-Fire® Gas-Fired Boiler  
Limited Warranty  
G. Equipment furnished by the owner, either mounted or un-  
mounted, or when contracted for by the owner to be in-  
stalled or handled.  
7.0 LIMITED WARRANTY  
Subject to the terms and conditions herein and except as pro-  
vided below with respect to products or parts not manufactured  
by Patterson - Kelley Co., Seller warrants to the original owner  
at the original installation site that products manufactured by  
Seller ("Products") comply, at the time of manufacture, with  
recognized hydronics industry regulatory agency standards and  
requirements then in effect and will be free from defects in ma-  
terials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from date  
of shipment (the "Warranty Period"). For products or parts not  
manufactured by Patterson - Kelley, the warranty obligations  
shall, in all respects, be limited to one year.  
H. Leakage or other malfunction caused by:  
1.  
Defective installations in general and specifically,  
any installation which is made:  
a. in violation of applicable state or local plumbing  
housing or building codes,  
b. contrary to the written instructions furnished  
with this unit  
2. Adverse local conditions in general and, specifically,  
sediment or lime precipitation in the tubes and/or  
headers or corrosive elements in the atmosphere.  
3. Misuse in general and, specifically, operation and  
maintenance contrary to the written instructions fur-  
nished with the unit, disconnection, alteration or addi-  
tion of components or apparatus, not approved by  
seller, operation with fuels or settings other than those  
set forth on the rating plate or accidental or exterior  
damage.  
REMEDY  
The sole remedy of this warranty is expressly limited to the  
repair or replacement of any part found to be defective under  
conditions of normal use within the Warranty Period.  
Installation is not included.  
Warranty - The owner must notify the original installer of the  
Product and Seller (Attention: Patterson-Kelley Co, Box 458,  
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301), in writing, within the Warranty  
Period, providing a detailed description of all claimed defects.  
Transportation to the factory or other designated facility for  
repairs of any products or items alleged defective shall, in all  
events, be the responsibility and at the cost of the owner.  
I. Production of noise, odors, discoloration or rusty water.  
J. Damage to surrounding area or property caused by leakage  
or malfunction.  
K. Costs associated with the replacement and/or repair of the  
unit including: any freight, shipping or delivery charges,  
any removal, installation or reinstallation charges, any ma-  
terial and/or permits required for installation, reinstallation  
or repair, charges to return the boiler and or components.  
Seller's liability under this warranty shall not in any case  
exceed the amount paid for the Product found to be defec-  
tive.  
EXCLUSIONS  
Seller shall have no liability for and this warranty does not  
cover:  
A. Incidental, special or consequential damages, such as loss  
of the use of products, facilities or production, inconven-  
ience, loss of time or labor expense involved in repairing  
or replacing the alleged defective Product.  
THIRD-PARTY WARRANTIES  
For goods or components not manufactured by Seller, the war-  
ranty obligations of Seller shall, in all respects, conform and be  
limited to one year from the date of shipment.  
B. The performance of any Product under conditions varying  
materially from those under which such Product is usually  
tested under industry standards as of the time of  
shipment.  
SEVERABILITY  
C. Any damage to the Product due to abrasion, erosion, corro-  
sion, deterioration, abnormal temperatures or the influence  
of foreign matter or energy.  
To the extent that any provision of this warranty would be void  
or prohibited under applicable law, such provisions shall be  
limited in effect to the minimum extent necessary to render the  
remaining provisions hereof enforceable.  
D. The design or operation of owner's plant or equipment or  
of any facility or system of which any Product may be  
made a part.  
E. The suitability of any Product for any particular applica-  
tion.  
NO OTHER WARRANTIES  
Seller makes no implied warranty of merchantability or fitness  
for a particular purpose or other warranties with respect to any  
products or services except as expressly set forth in this limited  
warranty.  
F. Any failure resulting from misuse, modification not au-  
thorized by Seller in writing, improper installation or lack  
of or improper maintenance.  
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MODU-FIRE® BOILER  
START-UP REPORT  
BOILER SERIAL # ___________________________ MODEL # _________________ DATE_________________  
INSTALLATION: Name: __________________________________________________  
City: _________________________ State: ______ Zip: __________  
Installer Name: ____________________ Type of Installation: _________________(Hotel, School, Etc)  
1. Factory Fire-Test: (copy from boiler label)  
High  
Low  
Cabinet Air  
"w.c.  
"w.c.  
"w.c.  
%
"w.c.  
"w.c.  
"w.c.  
%
2. Combustion Air Temperature  
3. Water Inlet temperature:  
Water Outlet temperature:  
° F  
Inlet Gas  
° F  
Manifold Gas  
° F  
gpm flow through boiler  
° F  
Oxygen (O2)  
Carbon Dioxide (CO2)  
Carbon Monoxide (CO)  
Net Stack Temperature  
Pilot Gas Pressure  
Pilot Flame Signal  
Main Flame Signal  
%
%
4. a. Operating Temperature Setpoint:  
(from internal OR external control)  
ppm  
° F  
ppm  
° F  
b. Bias Setting  
c. Ratio Setting  
"w.c.  
Volts  
Volts  
5. Approximate stack lengths:  
Ft. Horizontal  
Ft. Vertical  
Flue Pipe Diameter  
6. Draft (measured where stack exits boiler)  
"w.c.  
Start-Up Field Test:  
DATE:  
" w.c. (Low)  
Volts a.c.  
High  
Mid  
Low  
7. Incoming Electrical Power  
Cabinet Air  
"w.c.  
"w.c.  
"w.c.  
%
"w.c.  
"w.c.  
"w.c.  
%
"w.c.  
"w.c.  
"w.c.  
%
Less than 1 volt between neutral and ground  
Inlet Gas  
8. Total cycles:  
Manifold Gas  
9. Total hours  
Oxygen (O2)  
10. Fault Cycle  
Carbon Dioxide (CO2)  
Carbon Monoxide (CO)  
Net Stack Temperature  
Pilot Gas Pressure  
Pilot Flame Signal  
Main Flame Signal  
%
%
%
11. Fault Hours  
ppm  
° F  
ppm  
ppm  
12. Fault Code  
13. What time in ignition cycle?  
Additional Comments:  
"w.c.  
Volts  
Volts  
Volts  
Volts  
Cam Setting  
RED  
ORANGE  
BLUE  
Performed by:  
Please return a copy to P-K, ATTN: Boiler Tech. Support Department  
Patterson-Kelley • 100 Burson Street • E. Stroudsburg, PA 18301  
P) 570-476-7261 F) 570-476-7247 www.pkboilers.com  

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