8800 - Iom (Rbi DHW)
8800 - Iom (Rbi DHW)
8800 - Iom (Rbi DHW)
42-9134 Rev. 4
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
WARNING: Failure to properly vent this unit can cause excessive amounts of carbon
monoxide resulting in severe personal injury or death!
CONTENTS The Series 8800 and 8900 finned copper heating boiler/
Before You Start ................................................. page 2 water heaters have been design certified by CSA for use
with natural and propane gas under the latest revision of
Ratings & Capacities .......................................... page 3
ANSI-Z21.10.3/CSA 4.3, Gas Water Heaters, ANSI-
Boiler/Water Heater Location ............................. page 3
Z21.13/CSA 4.9, Gas-Fired Low Pressure Steam and Hot
Combustion Air & Ventilation .............................. page 4
Water Boilers and CAN1-3.1, Industrial and Commercial
Chimney & Vent Pipe Connections .................... page 8
Gas Fired Packaged Boilers. Each unit has been
Common Vent Systems ...................................... page 9
constructed and hydrostatically tested for a maximum
General Piping Requirements .......................... page 10
working pressure of 160 psi, 1103 kPa in accordance with
Heating System Piping ..................................... page 10
Section IV of the A.S.M.E. Boiler and Pressure Vessel
Domestic Water Supply Piping ......................... page 15
Code.
Gas Supply Piping ............................................ page 20
Electrical Wiring ............................................... page 21 All aspects of the boiler/water heater installation must
General Operation ............................................ page 21 conform to the requirements of the authority having
Operating Instructions ...................................... page 22 jurisdiction, or, in the absence of such requirements, to
Checking & Adjustments .................................. page 23 the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54-latest
Control Description .......................................... page 25 revision. Where required by the authority having
Maintenance ..................................................... page 26 jurisdiction, the installation must conform to the Standard
Trouble-Shooting .............................................. page 28 for Controls and Safety Devices for Automatically Fired
Repair Parts, 8900 ........................................... page 30 Boilers, ANSI/ASME CSD-1.
Repair Parts, 8800 ........................................... page 39
In Canada, the installation must be in accordance with the
requirements of CAN/CGA B149.1 or .2, Installation Code
BEFORE YOU START for Gas Burning Appliances and Equipment.
This manual covers the application, installation,
operation and maintenance of a Series 8800 If installed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you
and 8900 finned copper heating boiler/water heater/pool MUST FOLLOW the additional instructions contained in
heater. RBI's instruction sheet MACODE-3. If you do not have a
copy, call your RBI distributor or contact the RBI Customer
To obtain the safe, dependable, efficient operation and Service Department.
long life for which this heating boiler/water heater was
designed, these instructions must be read, understood The owner should maintain a record of all service work
and followed. performed with the date and a description of the work
done. Include the name of the service organization for
future reference.
SERIES 8800 & 8900 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 3
Direct all questions to your RBI distributor or contact the 2. An optimum site will be level, central to the piping
RBI Customer Service Department, 260 North Elm Street, system, close to a chimney and have adequate fresh
Westfield, MA 01085 for U.S. or 7555 Tranmere Drive, air for combustion. Ensure that the boiler/water heater
Mississauga ONT L5S 1L4 for Canada. Always include the is level from front to back and from side to side. Use
model and serial numbers from the rating plate of the boiler/ metal shims to level the boiler/water heater. Electrical
water heater in question. and electronic components must also be protected
from exposure to water during operation and
RATINGS & CAPACITIES maintenance. DO NOT install this boiler/water heater
Before undertaking the installation of the Series 8800 in a location that would subject any of the gas ignition
and 8900 boiler/water heater check the rating plate to components to direct contact with water or excessive
ensure that the unit has been sized properly for the job. moisture during operation or servicing.
The “Net I=B=R Ratings” specify the equivalent amount 3. Ensure that the floor is structurally sound and will
of direct cast iron radiation that the unit can supply under support the weight of the boiler/water heater.
normal conditions. Also ensure that the unit has been
set up for the type of gas available at the installation NOTE: Never install a Series 8800 or 8900 boiler/
site. Other important considerations are the availability water heater on a concrete floor that contains wires,
of an adequate electrical supply, fresh air for combustion cables, water pipes or hoses. This boiler/water
and a suitable chimney or vent system. heater is designed for noncombustible floors only!
Never install this boiler/water heater on combustible
materials or carpeting even if a non-combustible
BOILER/WATER HEATER LOCATION foundation material is placed over them!
1. Locate the boiler/water heater in an area that 4. Locate the boiler/water heater in an area that will
provides good access to the unit. Servicing may prevent water damage to adjacent construction
require the removal of jacket panels. Allow the should a leak occur or during routine maintenance.
minimum clearances between adjacent construction If such a location doesn’t exist, a suitable drain pan
and the boiler/water heater as listed in Table 1 or 1A. that’s adequately drained must be installed under
the unit. The pan must not restrict the flow of
NOTE: Service clearances are not mandatory, but combustion air to the unit.
are recommended to ensure ease of service should 5. DO NOT place this boiler/water heater in a location
it be required. that would restrict the introduction of combustion air
into the unit or subject it to a negative pressure, see
Table 1 (8800) “GENERAL VENTING GUIDELINES”.
Clearance to Service 6. NEVER place this boiler/water heater in a location
Combustibles Clearance that would subject it to temperatures at or near
in mm in mm freezing.
Top 24 610 18 457
Back 24 610 18 457 WARNING: Never store combustible materials,
Left Side 24 610 24 610 gasoline or any product containing flammable vapors
Right Side 24 610 24 610 or liquids in the vicinity of the boiler/water heater.
Front 48 1220 48 1220 Failure to comply with this warning can result in an
Flue 6 152 6 152 explosion or fire causing extensive property damage,
severe personal injury or death!
Table 1A (8900)
Clearance to Service
Combustibles Clearance
in mm in mm
Top 24 610 18 457
Back 18 457 18 457
Left Side 18 457 18 457
Right Side 18 457 18 457
Front 48 1220 36 914
Flue 6 152 6 152
Page 4 SERIES 8800 & 8900 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
COMBUSTION AIR & VENTILATION All Air From Inside The Building
If the boiler/water heater is to be located in a confined
WARNING: This boiler/water heater must be space minimum clearances listed in Table 1 or 1A must
supplied with combustion air in accordance with be maintained between the boiler/water heater and any
Section 5.3, Air for Combustion & Ventilation, of combustible construction. When installed in a confined
the latest revision of the National Fuel Gas space, Figures 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5, two permanent openings
Code, ANSI Z223.1/ NFPA 54 and all applicable communicating with an additional room(s) are required.
local building codes. Canadian installations The combined volume of these spaces must have
must comply with CAN/ CGA B149.1 or .2 sufficient volume to meet the criteria for an unconfined
Installation Code for Gas Burning Appliances space. The total air requirements of all gas utilization
and Equipment, or applicable provisions of the equipment, fireplaces, wood stoves or any type of
local building codes. Failure to provide adequate exhaust fan must be considered when making this
combustion air for this boiler/water heater can determination. Each opening must have a minimum free
result in excessive levels of carbon monoxide area of 1 in2/1000 Btu/hr, 2200 mm2/kW based on the
which can result in severe personal injury or total input rating of ALL gas utilization equipment in the
death! confined area. Each opening must be no less than
100 in2, 64,516 mm2 in size. The upper opening must
To operate properly and safely this boiler/water heater be within 12 in, 305 mm of, but not less than 3 in,
requires a continuous supply of air for combustion. 76 mm from, the top of the enclosure. The bottom
NEVER store objects on or around the boiler/water heater! opening must be within 12 in, 305 mm of, but not less
than 3 in, 76 mm from, the bottom of the enclosure.
CAUTION: Combustion air contaminated with
fluorocarbons or other halogenated compounds All Air From Outside The Building
such as cleaning solvents and refrigerants will When installed in a confined space two permanent
result in the formation of acids in the combustion openings communicating directly with, or by ducts
chamber. These acids will cause premature failure to, the outdoors or spaces that freely communicate with
of the boiler/water heater voiding the warranty! the outdoors must be present. The upper opening must
be within 12 in, 305 mm of, but not less than 3 in,
CAUTION: If the boiler/water heater is operated while 76 mm from, the top of the enclosure. The bottom
the building is under construction it MUST be opening must be within 12 in, 305 mm of, but not less
protected from wood, concrete, sheet rock and other than 3 in, 76 mm from, the bottom of the enclosure.
types of dust. Failure to properly protect the unit
from construction dust will damage the unit voiding Where directly communicating with the outdoors
the warranty! or communicating with the outdoors through vertical
ducts, each opening shall have a minimum free area
of 1 in2/4000 Btu/hr, 550 mm2/kW of the total input
rating of all of the equipment in the enclosure.
SERIES 8800 & 8900 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 5
Where communicating with the outdoors through Table 2 - Make-up Air Louver Sizing
horizontal ducts, each opening shall have a minimum Required Cross Sectional Area
free area of 1 in2/2000 Btu/hr, 1100 mm2/kW of the total Input 1/4 in 6.4 mm 75% Free Area 25% Free Area
input rating of all of the equipment in the enclosure. (MBH) Wire Screen Metal Louvers Wooden Louvers
When ducts are used, they must have the same cross- in2 cm2 in2 cm2 in2 cm2
sectional area as the free area of the opening to which 420 105 677 140 903 420 2710
they connect. 530 133 858 177 1142 530 3419
630 158 1019 210 1355 630 4064
Canadian installations must comply with CSA B149.1 735 184 1187 245 1581 735 4742
when air supply is provided by natural air flow from the 840 210 1355 280 1806 840 5419
outdoors for natural draft, partial fan-assisted, fan- 950 238 1535 317 2032 950 6129
assisted, or power draft-assisted burners, there shall 1050 263 1697 350 2258 1050 6774
be a permanent air supply opening(s) having a cross- 1160 290 1871 387 2497 1160 7484
sectional area of not less than 1 in2 per 7,000 Btuh 1260 315 2032 420 2710 1260 8129
(310 mm2 per kW) up to and including 1 million Btuh, 1370 343 2213 457 2948 1370 8839
plus 1 in2 per 14,000 Btuh (155 mm2 per kW) in excess 1470 368 2374 490 3161 1470 9484
of 1 million Btuh. 1580 395 2548 527 3400 1580 10,194
1685 421 2716 562 3626 1685 10,871
When calculating the free area necessary to meet 1790 448 2890 597 3852 1790 11,548
the make-up air requirements of the enclosure, 1900 475 3065 633 4084 1900 12,258
consideration must be given to the blockage effects 2000 500 3226 667 4303 2000 12,903
of louvers, grills and screens. Screens must have 2400 600 3871 800 5161 2400 15,483
a minimum mesh size of 1/4 in, 6.4 mm. If the free 2800 700 4516 933 6019 2800 18,064
area through a louver or grill is not known, ducts 3200 800 5161 1067 6884 3200 20,645
should be sized per Table 2. 3600 900 5806 1200 7742 3600 23,226
4000 1000 6452 1333 8600 4000 25,806
Figure 1 - Vertical Venting Using A Metal Chimney And Inside Air (8900/8800 Series)
2 FT .6 m
10 FT 3.4 m
3 FT 1 m
3 FT 1 m
5 FT 1.52 m
RIOM-40
Page 6 SERIES 8800 & 8900 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 2 - Vertical Venting Using A Masonary Chimney And Inside Air (8900/8800 Series)
10 FT 3.1 m
3 FT 1 m
3 FT 1 m
5 FT 1.52 m
RIOM-41
2 FT .6 m
10 FT 3.4 m
3 FT 1 m
10 FT 3.4 m
5 FT 1.5 m
RIOM-42
SERIES 8800 & 8900 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 7
10 FT 3.1 m
3 FT 1 m
3 FT 1 m
5 FT 1.52 m
RIOM-43
Figure 4A - Common Vents and Inside Air (8800/8900 Series) Dual Flue
10 FT 3.1 m
3 FT 1 m
3 FT 1 m
5 FT 1.52 m
RIOM-44
BUILDING OVERHANG
4 FT 1.2 M MAX.
3 FT 1 m
5 FT 1.52 m
RIOM-45
Page 8 SERIES 8800 & 8900 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CHIMNEY & VENT PIPE When more than one appliance is connected to the
same chimney flue, the flue must be large enough to
CONNECTIONS safely vent the combined output of all the appliances.
WARNING: The vent installation must be in WARNING: If an appliance using any type of a
accordance with Part 7, Venting of Equipment, of mechanical draft system operating under
the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA positive pressure is connected to a chimney
54-latest revision or applicable provisions of the flue, never connect any other appliances to this
local building codes. Canadian installations must flue. Doing so can result in the accumulation of
comply with CAN/CGA B149.1 or .2 Installation carbon monoxide which can cause severe
Code. Improper venting can result in excessive personal injury or death!
levels of carbon monoxide which can result in
severe personal injury or death!
Vent Connections
Chimney Inspection & Sizing Always use a type B or single wall galvanized metal vent
A thorough inspection of the masonry chimney must be pipe the same diameter as the draft diverter flue collar.
performed to ensure that the chimney is clean, properly Use the shortest, straightest vent system possible for
constructed, lined and sized. Exterior masonry chimneys the installation. If horizontal runs exceed 6 ft, 1.8 m they
should not be used unless properly lined to prevent must be supported at 6 ft, 1.8 m intervals with overhead
condensation and draft problems. Table 3A and 3B lists hangers. The vent system should be sloped up toward
the equivalent breeching and flue sizes required for the the chimney at a minimum rate of 1/4 in/ft, 20 mm/m
boiler/water heater. and terminate flush with the inside of the chimney flue.
Fasten each connection with at least 3 corrosion
Table 3A - Equivalent Breeching & Chimney Size resistant sheet metal screws.
Model Size Model Size
Size in mm Size in mm WARNING: Never modify or alter any part of the
420 10 254 1580 18 457 boiler’s draft diverter. This includes the removal
530 10 254 1685 18 457 or alteration of any baffles. Never install a vent
630 12 305 1790 20 508 pipe of a diameter different than that of the
735 14 356 1900 20 508 boiler draft hood flue collar. Failure to comply
840 14 356 2000 22 559 with this warning can result in severe personal
950 14 356 2400 24 610 injury or death.
1050 16 406 2800 26 660
1160 16 406 3200 28 711 Always provide a minimum clearance of 6 in, 152 mm
1260 16 406 3600 30 762 between type C vent pipe and any combustible
1370 18 457 4000 30 762 materials. Type B1 vent may be used, clearance
1470 18 457 between it and any combustible material must be as
Note: These sizes are based on a 20 ft, 6.1m chimney height.
listed.
Table 3B - Equivalent Breeching & Chimney Size Dual Flue WARNING: Failure to maintain minimum
Model Size Model Size clearances between vent connectors and any
Size in mm Size in mm combustible material can result in a fire causing
840 10 254 1790 16 406 extensive property damage, severe personal
950 10 254 1900 16 406 injury or death!
1050 12 305 2000 14 356
1160 12 305 2400 16 406 To determine the appropriate power venter for the boiler/
1260 12 305 2800 18 457 water heater, see Table 4, Power Venter Sizes. Follow
1370 14 355 3200 20 508 the power venter manufacturer’s installation instructions.
1470 14 355 3600 22 559
1580 14 355 4000 22 559 Table 4 - Power Venter Sizes
1685 14 355 8900 Power Venter Max. Pipe Length
Note: Minimum vertical rise off top dual flue units: 3 ft, 1 m (sizes Model Size FT m
840-3200), 5 ft, 1.5 m (sizes 3600-4000). 420-530 HS-2 100 31
630 HS-3 100 31
735-1160 HS-4 100 31
1260-1900 HS-5 100 31
Models 2000-4000 - Consult Tjernlund
SERIES 8800 & 8900 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 9
GENERAL PIPING REQUIREMENTS CAUTION: Failure to properly install the flow switch
may result in damage to the boiler/water heater heat
CAUTION: Improper piping of this boiler/water heater exchanger voiding the warranty!
will void the manufacturer’s warranty and can cause
boiler failure resulting in flooding and extensive HEATING SYSTEM PIPING
property damage! Excessive water hardness causing
lime build-up in the copper heat exchanger tubes is General Piping Requirements
NOT covered under the manufacturer’s warranty. All heating system piping must be installed by a qualified
Excessive pitting and erosion of the internal surface technician in accordance with the latest revision of the
of the copper heat exchanger tubes is NOT covered ANSI/ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section
under the manufacturer’s warranty if the result IV, and ANSI/ASME CSD-1, Standard for Controls and
of high water flow rates, see Table 6A and 6B. Return Safety Devices for Automatically Fired Boilers. All
water temperatures below 110°F, 43 ° C will result applicable local codes and ordinances must also be
in heat exchanger damage from excessive followed. A minimum clearance of 1 in, 25 mm must be
condensation voiding the manufacturer’s warranty, maintained between heating system pipes and all
see Primary/Secondary Piping Figure 7. combustible construction. All heating system piping must
be supported by suitable hangers not the boiler.
NOTE: Shut off valves and unions should be
installed at the inlet and outlet connections of the The thermal expansion of the system must be
boiler/hot water heater to provide for isolation of the considered when supporting the system. A minimum
unit should servicing be necessary. system pressure of 12 psig, 82.7 kPa must be
maintained.
Relief Valve
Pipe the discharge of the pressure relief valve to prevent Heating Boiler Piping Connections
scalding in the event of a discharge, see Figure 6. The The supply and return connections should be sized to
discharge piping must be sized the same as the suit the system, see Table 5.
pressure relief valve outlet and installed to allow
complete drainage of both the relief valve and the Table 5 - Supply & Return Pipe Sizing
discharge piping. Model Supply Return
8900 21/2" NPT 21/2" NPT
Figure 6 1" (25mm) CLEARANCE MUST 8800 3" Victaulic 3" Victaulic
BE MAINTAINED BETWEEN HOT
WATER PIPING AND COMBUSTIBLE *Models 420-950 may have 21/2" x 2" reducing fitting
CONSTRUCTION . installed.
Circuit Setter
Pump
Valve
Check Valve
Backflow-Prevention
Device
Aquastat
Epansion
Tank
1
Union
Automatic
Air Vent
Pressure
Reducing
Valve
H-3 Rev 2
Circuit Setter
Pump
1
Valve
Check Valve
Backflow-Prevention
Device
Pressure
Relief Valve
Thermometer
Aquastat
Epansion
Tank
Union
Automatic
Air Vent
H-15 Rev 2
NOTES:
Pressure
Reducing
1. Boiler circuit piping must be sized large enough to handle Valve
DOMESTIC WATER SUPPLY PIPING CAUTION: The maximum allowable flow rate
through a water heater with copper heat exchanger
CAUTION: Proper controls must be used to prevent on an 8900 is 92 GPM, 5.8 L/s and is 185 GPM, 11.7 L/s
water supplied for domestic use from exceeding on single pass. The cupro-nickel heat exchanger
130°F, 54 °C or a scald injury will occur! When allows for 100 GPM, 6.3 L/s and 200 GPM, 12.6 L/s on
higher water temperatures are required for single pass.
appliances such as a dishwasher, a mixing valve or
some other tempering means must be installed. The maximum allowable flow rate through a water
Households with small children may require water heater with copper heat exchanger on an 8800 is 185
temperatures less than 120°F, 49 °C. Local codes GPM, 11.7 L/s and 370 GPM, 23.3 L/s on single pass.
must be complied with! The cupro-nickel heat exchanger allows for 200 GPM,
12.6 L/s and 400 GPM, 25.2 L/s on single pass. See
General Piping Requirements Tables 6A and 6B.
Ensure that the water heater is equipped with bronze
headers. Piping and components connected to the water RBI water heaters are designed to run scale free. Due
heater must be suitable for use with potable water. The to the extreme variables of water conditions world wide
water heater must not be connected to any heating it is necessary to consider pH values and water
system piping or components previously used with a hardness in relationship to scaling. It is crucial to
non-potable water heating appliance. Toxic chemicals, consider these two variables when making heat
such as those used for boiler treatment, are not to be exchanger and pump selections. If local water conditions
introduced into any potable water used for space are extreme, follow the guidelines in the Heat Exchanger
heating. If a hot water storage tank is used in the system Selection Table (Table 7A) and the Pumping
it must be equipped with a temperature and pressure Performance Table (Table 7B). Scale free operation can
relief valve that complies with ANSI Z21.22 or CAN-4.4 be achieved by using water with a hardness between 8
and CAN-4.6. and 18 and by maintaining the pH between 5 and 9.
Follow the conditions listed under NORMAL in the table.
NOTE: The storage tank must be located as close In some areas of the country additional precautions
to the water heater as possible to prevent excessive must be observed due to unusual characteristics of the
head loss which will reduce flow. local water supply. Call the nearest RBI representative
for details.
Water Chemistry
The required temperature rise across the water heater To properly size the pump a grain hardness and pH test
is based on water having a hardness between 8 and must be taken at the installation site before the order is
18 grains per gallon with a level of dissolved solids not placed. Proper pump sizing will improve heater
exceeding 350 ppm. Water having a hardness less than performance and help ensure heater longevity.
8 grains can cause excessive corrosion of the heat
exchanger. Water that has a hardness greater than 18 Expansion Tank
grains per gallon and/or a level of dissolved solids An expansion tank or other means to control thermal
exceeding 350 ppm will require a recalculation of the expansion must be installed in the water heating system
pump size and temperature rise. if back flow prevention devices are installed.
Pump Requirements installed on both the inlet and outlet of the water heater
This low-mass water heater requires a continuous mini- for determining the temperature rise through the unit.
mum water flow for proper operation. The factory
recommended circulating pump has been sized to The proper velocity through the water heater must be
overcome the head loss of the water heater plus a 30 maintained in accordance with Table 7B for efficient
foot piping loop under normal water conditions. Table 7B operation and long life. If the temperature rise through
provides the heat exchanger pressure drop chart and the water heater is lower than recommended the water
temperature rise table. The temperature rise across velocity is too high. Premature erosion of the heat
the water heater must never exceed 35°F, 19.4°C. exchanger will occur. Conversely, if the temperature rise
is higher than recommended in Table 7B the flow rate
Cold Water Supply is too low. Scaling and softening of the heat exchanger
The cold water supply must be piped to the water will occur.
heater’s outlet piping between the water heater and the
hot water storage tank. This will prevent untempered Thermostatic Mixing Valve - Water Above 140°F, 60°C
water from entering the water heater, see the Water can be stored at temperatures above 140°F, 60°C
temperature rise control section below. A typical water provided that a thermo-statically controlled mixing valve
heating system is shown in Figure 10 and 11. is used to temper the hot water to an acceptable
temperature before it’s supplied for domestic use.
Temperature Rise Control
Water returned to the water heater inlet must not be less The mixing valve MUST be set to prevent a scald injury
than 110°F, 43°C or excessive condensation of the from occurring, see the caution against scalding.
products of combustion will damage the water heater
voiding the warranty. The method outlined below can be Storage of water for domestic use above 140°F, 60°C
employed to prevent this condition from occurring. will provide an increased quantity of tempered water and
A balancing valve should be installed on the outlet side help prevent growth of water born bacteria.
of the water heater for purposes of adjusting the flow
rate through the heat exchanger. Thermometers are
Valve
3
1
Globe Valve
8
4
Angle Valve
7
2 Bufferfly Valve
Ball Valve
Attention:
Motorized Valve
RBI stock storage tanks do not
incorporate this tapping: See Note 1.
Solenoid
Operated Valve
Pressure
Reducing Valve
4
Check Valve
3
8
6
Pressure
4 Relief Valve
1
7 Flow Switch
2
Thermometer
Aquastat Union
2
6 Pressure Switch
D-4 Rev 5
Gas Pressure
Regulator
Attention:
RBI stock storage tanks do not Automatic
Air Vent
incorporate this tapping: See Note 1.
NOTES:
1. Optional cold water make up and recirculation line location. Temperature &
2. When using intermittent pump and pump delay, locate remote aquastat well in lower 1/3 of tank. Install aquastat with heat sensing compound. Pressure
Relief Valve
3. Thermal expansion tank may be required, check local codes.
4. When using optional factory mounted pump, max pipe length 30’ total, 6-90° elbows, full pipe size.
5. CAUTION: MEASURE WATER HARDNESS AND pH AT JOB SITE.
The pH and water hardness must be measured before selecting heat exchanger and pump. Consult the Heat Exchanger Graph and
Pumping Performance Table before making selection. Vacuum
Relief Valve
6. Common piping must be sized for maximum combined heater flow.
7. Hot water tanks should be equipped with a combination temperature & pressure relief valve.
8. MA Code requires an 1/8” hole in check valve to compensate for thermal expansion.
Notice: These drawings show suggested piping configuration and valving. Drain Valve
Check with local codes and ordinances for specific requirements. (Typ.)
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GAS SUPPLY PIPING A ground joint union should be installed between the
boiler gas controls and the supply piping. Each of these
WARNING: Check the boiler/water heater rating items are needed to ensure long life and ease of
plate to make sure that the boiler/water heater servicing. Always use a pipe sealant that is suitable for
is for the type of gas that will be used. If it isn’t, use with LP gas.
do not connect the boiler/water heater to the gas Table 9 - Equivalent Pipe Length Chart
supply. Gas supply piping must be in accordance Type of pipe fitting
with the National Fuel Code, ANSI Z223.1-latest Nominal
Iron Pipe 90° Gate Gas
revision or applicable provisions of the local Elbow Tee1 Valve2 Cock2
Size, (in)
building codes. Canadian installations must
comply with CAN/CGA B149.1 or .2 Installation Equivalent of pipe length (ft)
Code. Failure to comply with this warning can 1" 2.6 5.2 0.6 1.5
1 1/4" 3.5 6.9 0.8 1.9
result in extensive property damage, severe 1 1/2" 4.0 8.0 0.9 2.3
personal injury or death! 2" 5.2 10.3 1.2 3.0
2 1/2" 6.2 12.3 1.4 3.7
The Series 8800 and 8900 come from the factory ready 3" 7.7 15.3 1.8 4.5
to be piped to the gas supply. If for any reason the 4" 7.7 15.3 1.8 4.5
Notes: 1. For flow through branch.
boiler/water heater is not for the type of gas available 2. For flow at full open.
at the installation site, call the nearest RBI
representative to resolve the problem. CAUTION: Always use a square jawed wrench on the
gas valve body when making gas connections to it.
NOTE: A minimum gas supply presssure of 6 in, Never over-tighten the piping entering the gas valve
152 mm W.C. natural or 11 in, 279 mm W.C. propane body or gas valve failure may result!
and maximum 14 in, 356 mm W.C. natural or
propane, must be available at the safety shutoff Figure 12 - Gas Supply Piping
valve inlet with the unit(s) operating.
Whenever the gas supply piping is pressure tested the GENERAL OPERATION
boiler/water heater gas controls must be protected.
If the test pressure is equal to, or less than 1/2 psig, WARNING: Before proceeding read and fully
3.5 kPa isolate the boiler/water heater by closing it’s understand the instructions contained in this
manual shut off valve, see Figure 12. If the test pressure manual. Do not attempt to operate this boiler/
is greater than, or equal to 1/2 psig, 3.5 kPa, disconnect water heater if it has not been installed in
the boiler/water heater and its individual shut-off valve. accordance with the guidelines set forth in this
manual. Failure to comply with this warning can
ELECTRICAL WIRING result in extensive property damage, severe
personal injury or death!
Electrical Power Connections
Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut
CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection off, turn off the manual gas control valve to the
when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause appliance. Do not interrupt water flow through the boiler/
improper and dangerous operation! Verify proper water heater.
operation after servicing!
En cas de surchauffe ou si l’alimentation en gaz ne
ATTENTION. Au moment de l’entretien des s’arrête pas, fermez manuellement le robinet d’arrêt de
commandes, étiquetez tous les fils avant de les l’admission de gaz.
débrancher. Des erreurs de câblage peuvent
entraîner un fonctionnement inadéquat et Hydronic Heating Boilers
dangereux. S’assurer que l’appareil fonctionne Open the make-up water valve and slowly fill the boiler
adéquatement une fois l’entretirn terminé. and all of the radiation with water. Ensure that all bleed
and drain valves are closed.
The electrical connections to this boiler/water heater
must be made in accordance with all applicable local Adjust the make-up water pressure regulator so a
codes and the latest revision of the National Electrical minimum 12 psig, 82.7kPa system pressure is
Code, ANSI /NFPA-70. Installation should also conform maintained at the highest point in the system piping. If
with CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code Part I if a make-up water pump is used adjust it to maintain a
installed in Canada. minimum 12 psig, 82.7 kPa system pressure.
Install a separate 120 volt 15 amp circuit for the boiler/ Open the system bleed and drain valves, one at a time,
water heater. A shut-off switch should be located at the to purge the air trapped in the heating system piping.
boiler/water heater. The boiler/water heater must be
grounded in accordance with the authority having With the boiler off, run the system pump for at least 30
jurisdiction, or if none, the latest revision of the National minutes and bleed the system piping using the bleed
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA-70. valves. If strainers are used in the system piping, the
make-up water valve should be closed and the strainers
Line voltage field wiring of any controls or other devices checked and cleaned.
must conform to the temperature limitation of type T wire
at 95°F, 35°C above room temperature. Use copper The system expansion tank should be checked to
conductors with a minimum size of #14 awg. ensure that the correct water level in the tank is
maintained. The tank should be less than half full
Refer to the wiring diagram supplied with the boiler/ of water with the system full and adjusted to the correct
water heater for proper wiring connections. operating pressure.
Shut the boiler off and open the bleed valves to purge QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DE GAZ:
the air trapped in the heating system piping. Close the • Ne pas tenter d’allumer d’appareil.
make-up water valve and check and clean the strainers • Ne touchez à aucun interrupteur; ne pas vous servir
and make-up water pressure reducing valve. des téléphones se trouvant dans le bâtiment.
• Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de gaz
Open the make-up water valve and adjust the system depuis un voisin. Suives les instructions du
pressure if necessary. The system should be checked fournisseur.
and bled after three days of operation. • Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur, appelez
le service de incendies.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS C. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING water. Immediately call a qualified service technician
to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of
POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ LISEZ AVANT DE the control system and any gas control that has
METTRE EN MARCHE been under water.
A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device N’utilisez pas cet appareil s’il a été plongé dans
which automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light l’eau, même par tiellement. Faites inspecter
the pilot by hand. l’appareil par un tecnicien qualifié et remplacez
toute partie du système de contrôle et toute
Cet appareil est muni d’un dispositif d’allumage qui commande qui ont été plongés dans l’eau.
allume automatiquement la veilleuse. Ne tentez pas
d’allumer la veilleuse manuellement. CAUTION: To prevent being burned, stand clear of
the boiler during ignition and do not touch any hot
metal parts!
B. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the
appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
floor because some gas is heavier than air and will
1. STOP! Read the safety information above. If, at any
settle on the floor. time, the appliance will not operate properly, follow
the instructions “TO TURN OFF GAS TO
DANGER: Propane gas may not always be APPLIANCE.”
detected by smell. Propane gas is heavier than 2. Set the operating control or thermostat to off or its
air and can collect in low areas. lowest setting.
3. Turn off all electric power to the appliance.
Propane gas can ignite or explode if an ignition 4. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device
source is present and result in death, serious which automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light
injury and property damage! the pilot by hand.
5. Close the manual main and pilot gas shut-off valves.
FOR YOUR SAFETY 6. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then
•Have only qualified licensed professionals install, smell for gas, including near the floor. If you smell
service and maintain this appliance and your gas gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the safety information
system in accordance with all applicable codes. above. If you don’t smell gas go to next step.
•Install a nationally listed combustible gas 7. Connect a manometer having a minimum capacity of
detector(s) in your home. 20 in, 508 mm W.C. to the outlet pressure port of the
gas valve. Make sure that the gas supply piping has
•If you suspect a leak: been purged of air and that all gas joints up to the gas
1. Have everyone leave the building immediately. valve have been thoroughly checked for leaks.
2. Do not attempt to light any appliance. 8. Open the manual pilot valve.
3. Do not touch any electrical or electronic switches 9. Turn on all electric power to the boiler.
in the building. 10. Set the operating control or thermostat to the
4. Do not use any phone in the building. desired setting.
5. Call your gas supplier from a phone outside of 11. The pilot(s) should automatically light. Do not try to
the building. light the pilot(s) by hand!
6. If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire 12. With the pilot(s) lit, open the main gas shut-off valve.
department. 13. The burners should light with proper boiler
operation.
AVANT DE FAIRE FONCTIONNER, reniflez tout autour 14. The pilot and manifold pressures should match
de l’appareil pour déceler une odeur de gaz. Reniflez those listed in Table 10. To adjust the manifold gas
près du plancher, car certains gaz sont plus lourds que pressure see the Gas Pressure Adjustment
l’air et peuvent s’accumuler au niveau du sol. instructions in the “CHECKING AND ADJUSTMENTS”
section.
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Measure pressure when the boiler is firing at full rate. COUPER L’ADMISSION DE GAZ DE L’APAREIL
Low gas pressure could indicate undersized gas line or 1. Réglez le thermostat à la température la plus basse.
insufficient gas supply. 2. Coupez l’alimentation électrique de l’appareil s’il faut
procéder à l’entretien.
"Static and operating gas pressure required at the gas
3. Fermer la vanne manuelle d’arrêt d’alimintation de gaz.
valve inlet is between 6" W.C. and 14" W.C. for natural
gas and 11" W.C. and 14" W.C. for propane. If the gas
pressure is above this limit, a lock-up style regulator CHECKING & ADJUSTMENTS
suitable for dead end service such as an Equimeter 1. With the burners in operation, close the manual
or Fisher must be installed to prevent increase (creep) shutoff valve in the gas supply line. As soon as the
of gas pressure when the units are not operating. main burner flames go out, open the manual shutoff
This pressure regulator (supplied by others) may be valve. A normal ignition sequence should take place.
installed at the service entrance to each unit or a If the burners fail to light, the system will make one
"master" regulator sized to handle multiple units may more ignition attempt. If the burners have not lit after
be utilized. Consult local gas utility or regulator the last ignition try, the gas valve will close and the
manufacturer for recommendations to meet specific job system will go into lock out on CSD-1 units or
site requirements." continuous retry. DO NOT attempt to reset the
system until the ignition system has been inspected
Table 10 - Pilot & Manifold Settings and the problem resolved. The pilot and manifold
inches W.C. mm W.C. pressures should match those listed in Table 10.
Natural 3.5 (± .2) 89 (± 5)
Propane 10 (± .2) 254 (± 5) 2. With the burners in operation, interrupt the power
to the control circuit by lowering the operating
control or thermostat. The main burners should go
Instructions De Mise En Marche out. Reset the operating control or thermostat, a
1. ARRÊTEZ! Lisez les instructions de sécurité sur la normal ignition sequence should follow.
portion supérieure de cette étiquette.
2. Réglez le thermostat à la température la plus basse. 3. To test the ignition safety shutoff device, close the
3. Coupez l’alimentation électrique de l’appareil. manual shutoff valve in the gas supply line. Within
4. Cet appareil est muni d’un dispositif d’allumage qui 5 seconds of main burner flame extinction, the main
allume automatiquement la veilleuse. Ne tentez pas gas valve solenoid should close with an audible
d’allumer la veilleuse manuellement. noise.
5. Fermer la vanne manuelle d’arrêt d’alimintation de gaz.
6. Attendre cinq (5) minutes pour laisser échapper tout 4. A sparking noise should be heard while the ignition
le gaz. Reniflez tout autour de l’appareil, y compris module tries to relight the pilot. After 15 seconds the
près du plancher, pour déceler une odeur de gaz. module should lockout and the trial for ignition end.
Si vous sentez une odeur de gaz, ARRÊTEZ! After 5 minutes a second trial for ignition should
Passez à l’étape B des instructions de sécurité sur occur. Open the manual shutoff valve in the gas
la portion supérieure de cette étiquette. S’il n’y a pas supply line and reset the ignition control system. A
d’odeur de gaz, passez à l’étape suivante. normal ignition sequence should take place.
7. Ouver la vanne manuelle d’arrêt d’alimintation de gaz.
8. Mettez l’appareil sous tension.
9. Réglez le thermostat à la température désirée.
10. Si l’appareil ne se met pas en marche, suivez les
instructions intitulées «Comment couper l’admission
de gaz de l’appareil» et appelez un technicien
qualifié ou le fournisseur de gaz.
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Heat Exchanger Replacement 5. The aquastat high limit controls the maximum
1. Sagging or distorted heat exchanger tubes are an water temperature in the boiler and should be 20°F,
indication of low water flow through the system. 11°C above set point temperature. If the water
2. A damaged heat exchanger must be replaced and temperature reaches the set temperature before
the condition that caused the damage resolved the demand for heat has been met, the aquastat
before the boiler/water heater is returned to service. high limit should shut the boiler off. The water
temperature should never exceed the maximum
Vent System set point of 240°F, 116 °C. The aquastat high limit
Thoroughly inspect the vent system for any signs of cannot be repaired. If it fails to function properly,
blockage, corrosion or leakage. Immediately replace any replace it.
unsound vent system piping. 6. Visually check the pilot and main burner flames to
ensure proper operation, see Figures 13 & 14.
Controls
Use the “GENERAL OPERATION” and “CHECKING WARNING: A yellow, floating flame indicates a
AND ADJUSTMENTS” sections of this manual for lack of combustion air. A lifting flame indicates
reference. too much combustion air. Do not operate the
1. Check the thermostat or operating controls for boiler/water heater until the problem is solved
proper operation. or severe personal injury or death may occur!
2. A float type low water cutoff device must be flushed
out per the manufacturers’ instructions. The probe Figure 14 - Main Burner Flames
on a probe low water cut off must be removed,
cleaned and inspected at least once a year. Ensure
that the low water cutoff operate properly. If not,
replace them.
3. The flow switch contacts must be open when water
flow is not present.
4. The relief valve should not weep or discharge water NORMAL LIFTING
at normal system pressure. If it does contact a (HARD FLAME) (TOO MUCH AIR)
qualified service technician to have it inspected.
NEVER try to clean or repair the relief valve! If the
valve fails to operate properly, have it replaced!
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On application of 24V,
Check for loose or broken ignition lead. Check for shorted pilot electrode.
control produces audible
If pilot and ignition lead test good replace module.
spark at pilot
Replace
Adjust the pilot gas During pilot ignition period (audible spark present) check
module.
pressure using the for 24V between PV and MV/PV terminals of module.
pilot regulator. Pilot
Pilot ignition problems
Ignites can be caused by
high or low pilot Check for loose or
pressure. 24V at pilot gas broken wire between
Pilot ignites valve leads pilot valve and
PV-MV/PV terminals.
Main Flame
Ignites
Insure pilot line and
pilot orifice are clear Replace the pilot
and that the pilot is assembly.
undamaged. The pilot
ignites.
Trouble-Shooting
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MACODE-3
NOTICE!
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Installation Requirements
(a) For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building
or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes, including those owned or
operated by the commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than
seven (7) feet above finished grade, in the area of the venting, including but not limited to
decks and porches, the following requirements shall be satisfied:
1. INSTALLATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS. At the time of installation of the side wall
horizontal vented gas fueled equipment, the installing plumber or gasfitter shall observe that a hard
wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm and battery back-up is installed on the floor level
where the gas equipment is to be installed. In addition, the installing plumber or gasfitter shall
observe that a battery operated or hard wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm is installed
on each additional level of the dwelling, building or structure served by the side wall horizontal
vented gas fueled equipment. It shall be the responsibility of the property owner to secure the
services of qualified licensed professionals for the installation of hard wired carbon monoxide
detectors.
a. In the event that the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment is installed in a crawl
space or an attic, the hard wired carbon monoxide detector with alarm and battery back-up
may be installed on the next adjacent floor level.
b. In the event that the requirements of this subdivision can not be met at the time of completion
of installation, the owner shall have a period of thirty (30) days to comply with the above
requirements; provided, however, that during said thirty (30) day period, a battery operated
carbon monoxide detector with an alarm shall be installed.
3. SIGNAGE. A metal or plastic identification plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of
the building at a minimum height of eight (8) feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust vent
terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance or equipment. The sign shall read,
in print size no less than one-half (1/2) inch in size, “GAS VENT DIRECTLY BELOW. KEEP
CLEAR OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS”.
4. INSPECTION. The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled
equipment shall not approve the installation unless, upon inspection, the inspector observes
carbon monoxide detectors and signage installed in accordance with the provisions of 248 CMR
5.08(2)(a)1 through 4.
WARNING: Improper venting can result in excessive levels of carbon monoxide which
can cause severe personal injury or death!
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MACODE-3
NOTICE!
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Installation Requirements
(e) A copy of all installation instructions for all Product Approved side wall horizon-tally vented
gas fueled equipment, all venting instructions, all parts lists for venting instructions, and/or
all venting design instructions shall remain with the appliance or equipment at the completion
of the installation.
WARNING: Improper venting can result in excessive levels of carbon monoxide which
can cause severe personal injury or death!
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