MANUAL – INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

Indirect Fired Gas Heaters

PMI-IF

v000 – Issue Date: 10/05/18

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Installation ATTENTION: Read this manual, heater submittal sheets and all
Installer’s Responsibility.................................................. 1 labels attached to the heater carefully before attempting to
Receiving and Warehousing........................................... 1 install, operate or service these heaters! Check heater data
General Handling Instructions......................................... 1 plates for type of gas, model number and serial numbers.
General Installation Notes............................................... 1 Retain this document for future reference.
Connecting the Flue (Venting) for Outdoor Installations... 3
Connecting the Flue (Venting) for Indoor Installations...... 4
Vertically Vented Furnaces – Category I.......................... 5
Horizontally Vented Furnaces - Category III.................... 6
WARNING
Separated Combustion Systems.................................... 7 Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
Special Considerations................................................... 8 maintenance can cause property damage, severe personal
Electrical Connections.................................................... 8 injury or death. Please read this installation, operation
and maintenance manual thoroughly before installing or
Gas Piping..................................................................... 8
servicing this equipment.
Gas Vent........................................................................ 8
Duct Furnaces................................................................ 9
Cooling.......................................................................... 9 For your safety, if you smell gas, follow these instructions,
High Altitude.................................................................. 9
1. Open windows
Indoor Units................................................................... 9
2. Do not touch electrical switches
General Operating Instructions
3. Extinguish any open flames
Prior to Start-Up........................................................... 10
Start-Up Procedures Precautions................................. 10 4. Call the gas supplier immediately
Start-Up....................................................................... 10
Manifold Pressure Adjustment...................................... 11 For your safety the use of gasoline or other flammable
Shut Down................................................................... 11 vapours and liquids in open containers in the vicinity of this
heater is hazardous.
Maintenance
Recommended Quarterly Maintenance........................ 12
NOTE: Reference to Codes & Standards within this manual are
Recommended Yearly Maintenance............................. 12
correct as at the date this manual was prepared and may not
Standard Sequences & Wiring be accurate at the time the heater(s) is/are installed.
Utec 1016-xxx Direct Spark Ignition Control................. 13
Troubleshooting Guide for
UTEC 1016-xxx Ignition Board..................................... 14
PMI-IF Troubleshooting Guide...................................... 15
PMI-IF Indirect Fired Heater: 2 Stage............................ 16
PMI-IF Indirect Fired Heater: Modulating....................... 17
Appendices
MANUFACTURED BY
Appendix A: Assembly of Split Units............................. 18
Price Industries Limited
404 Egesz Street
Winnipeg, MB
R2R 1X5
ANSI Z83.8-2009
Commercial Industrial Gas Heating Equipment
CSA 2.6-2009
Industrial Package Gas Fired Package Furnaces
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Installer’s Responsibility
INSTALLER PLEASE NOTE:
This equipment has been test fired and inspected. It has been
WARNING
shipped free of defects from the manufacturer. However, as Failure to comply with the general handling instructions
a result of shipping, unpacking or installation, damage to the requirements may void warranty and may result in
heater may occur. It is the licensed installer’s responsibility extensive property damage, severe personal injury or
to inspect the heater and safely correct any defects that may death.
be found. It is also the licensed installer who must identify the
particular codes, standards and/or ordinances that may affect
the installation of the heater. General Installation Notes
a) In Canada the heater installation must conform with local
Receiving and Warehousing building codes or, in the absence of local building codes,
Inspect the heater upon arrival for any shipping damage. If to the current CAN/CSA-B149.1 or B149.2 “Installation
any part is missing or damaged, mark the bill of lading as to Codes for Gas Burning Appliances and Equipment”.
damage and notify the carrier and manufacturer at once. If the Indoor duct furnaces have been designed for, and certified
heater is not installed immediately, store the unit in a clean and to comply with, CAN/CSA2.8.
dry place. b) In USA the heater installation must be made in accordance
with local codes or in absence of local codes with ANSI
Standard Z223.1-1992 (N.F.P.A. No.54) “National Fuel
General Handling Instructions Gas Code” or the latest edition of all ANSI and NFPA
A qualified and experienced crane operator must do all rigging. standards. Standards referred to in these installation
General rigging methods should be followed in all cases: instructions are in effect at the time of certification.
ANSI Standards are available from the American Gas
a) Spreader bars must be used when lifting equipment.
Association 1515 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, Virginia
b) Equipment must be lifted simultaneously by all “eye” bolts 22209. NFPA standards are available from the National
or channel slots provided on each section at the same Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy,
time to distribute the load properly. Damage or injury may Massachusetts 02169-7471. Heaters referred to in this
result if all provisions for lifting are not utilized at time of lift. manual are designed for use in airplane hangers when
When multiple lifting eyes are furnished they are to share installed in accordance with ANSI/NFPA No.409 and in
the weight of the lift evenly via spreader bar(s). public garages when installed in accordance with the
c) Lifting eyes and channel slots are designed to be lifted NFPA No. 88a and NFPA No.88b.
vertically. The MAXIMUM angle from a vertical lift, which c) No alterations are to be made to this equipment.
is permitted, is 30 degrees. Single sections only are to
d) For suspended heaters that are installed in aircraft
be lifted at one time and stacked from the lowest section
hangers, parking structures and repair garages same must
upward. Sections are designed to be self - supporting
be installed in accordance with the standard on aircraft
in compression only. Do not attempt to hang multiple
hangers. In Canada follow current CAN/CSA-B149 codes
sections from any structure. The total perimeter base and
and in the USA follow ANSI/NFPA 409, the standard for
all frame structure must be supported, and levelled, on
parking structures. ANSI/NFPA 88a, the standard for
high-density concrete or sufficient I-beam steel.
repair garages, ANSI/NFPA 88b.
d) SPLIT UNITS: Some PMI-IF units may be shipped in
multiple sections for field assembly by the installing
contractor. For proper assembly of split units, refer
to Appendix A of this manual. Failure to follow the
instructions in this manual may void your warranty.

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Clearance to Combustible Materials in inches (mm)

TOP FRONT BACK FLOOR SIDES

ACCESS
SIDE
WARNING
a) The heater must not be
6” 6” 6” 3” 6” 24” operated in the presence
(152mm) (152mm) (152mm) (76mm) (152mm) (610mm)
of hazardous atmospheres
All heaters installed on the floor must have a minimum clearance of 3” (76mm) which containing flammable
vapours or combustible
is provided by the heaters base frame.
dust, chlorinated vapours or
For service it is advisable to maintain a minimum 24” (610mm) clearance on the side halogenated hydrocarbons or
opposite the controls side. If this heater is to be operated within a confined space in applications with airborne
or within a building of unusually tight construction, air for combustion and ventilation substances containing silicone.
must be obtained from outdoors or other spaces that have unhindered ventilation When such vapours mix with
with the outdoors. Refer to applicable Canadian and United States Fuel Gas Codes. products of combustion,
highly corrosive compounds
Ducts connected to the furnace shall have removable access panels on both the result, which will result in
upstream and downstream sides of the heater. These openings shall be accessible the premature failure of the
when the heater is installed and shall be sized to allow for the observation of smoke heat exchanger and other
or reflected light inside the casing to indica te the presence of leaks in the heat components. In such an event
exchanger. The covers for the openings shall be attached in such manner as to the warranty is void.
prevent leaks. b) The heater is not certified
or suitable for use in drying
process applications. Use in
such applications voids any
warranty and the manufacturer
disclaims any responsibility
for the duct furnace and/or
application.
c) The use and storage of
gasoline or other flammable
liquids in the vicinity of the
heater is hazardous.

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Connecting the Flue (Venting) for FIGURE 1: HORIZONTAL VENTING
Outdoor Installations
Air for Combustion

The heat exchanger module must have

an adequate supply of air for proper
combustion of gas. Never locate the
heater so that supply of air to the
combustion air openings is obstructed.
Combustion air inlet and flue gas outlet
must be located in the same pressure
zone. Refer to appropriate installation
codes for required clearances to
combustion air openings and flue gas
FIGURE 2: VERTICAL VENTING - EXTERIOR FLUE RISER
outlets.

Venting

The vent termination must be located in

accordance with the CAN/CSA-B149
Installation Code in Canada or the
National Fuel Codes (ANSI Z223.1) in
the US.
The venting system for outdoor units
is a Category III, with vent products
at positive pressure and up to 550°F
(288°C). The cross-sectional area of
the vent duct or pipe must be at least
equal to the discharge area of the draft
inducer.
The discharge opening must always
be located in the same pressure
zone as the combustion air inlet. (12mm x 12mm) mesh screen. A flue gases into the combusti on air
Flue gases must be directed away rain cap or cover may be used over supply for the burners (See Fig. 2
from combustion air inlets to avoid the discharge opening, but should on page 7).
recirculation into combustion air supply. not intersect the flue gas discharge c) For vertical discharge, employ a
path (See Fig. 1 below). 90° elbow and sufficient vent pipe
a) For horizontal discharge, the outlet
must be located on the same side b) For horizontal discharge where flue so that the vent terminates at least
of the heater as the combustion air gases need to be vented vertically, 1 to 2 feet above the cabinet. An
inlet opening. Never locate the vent the preferred flue gas discharge approved rainproof vent cap must
outlet on the opposite side from the should terminate in an exterior flue be applied to the termination.
combustion air inlet opening. The riser that extends at least to the d) For flue vent sizing consult the
vent duct should extend about an top of the cabinet and is open at applicable National Fuel Gas Code.
inch past the cabinet to minimize top and bottom. This riser must be
the potential of recirculation. Vent located on the same side of the
duct should be pitched down heater as the combustion air inlet
toward the outlet to insure proper opening. An open riser should never
drainage. The duct opening should be located in the heater vestibule as
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Connecting the Flue (Venting) for Indoor Installations
Air for Combustion Venting

The heater must be installed in a location with adequate All heaters must be vented outside of the heated space. In
clearances for combustion air supply, service and inspection, Canada all venting installations shall be in accordance with
and proper distances from combustible materials. The heater the latest editions CAN/CSA-B149 and in the USA all venting
shall be located in such a manner that it does not interfere with installations shall be in accordance with the latest editions of
the circulation of air in the heated space. ANSI Z223.1, the National Fuel Gas Codes, Part 7 “Venting
All fuel burning equipment must be supplied with air that enters of Equipment”, or applicable provisions of local codes and
into the combustion process and is then vented outdoors. ordinances.
Sufficient air must enter the heater location to replace the air The heater must be connected to a factory-built chimney
exhausted through the vent system. Do not install heater in a or vent complying with the applicable code, standard or
confined space without providing wall openings to and from ordinance, or a masonry or concrete chimney lined with a
this space. If building construction is such that the normal material acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction.
infiltration does not provide sufficient air for combustion and The heater modules will be classified, and will be identified on
venting, o utside air must be introduced in accordance with the heater’s rating plate, in accordance with ANSI standards as
ANSI Z223.1, sections 1.3.4.2 and 1.3.4.3. Install air openings follows:
that provide a total free area in accordance with the following:
Category I – Non-condensing appliance with negative vent
a) Air from inside the building – Opening of 1 sq. in.
pressure.
(645mm2) per 1,000 Btuh (293W) of input, but never less
than 100 sq. in. (.06 m2) Category III – Non-condensing appliance with positive vent
b) Air from outside (ducted) – Opening of 1 sq. in. (645mm2) pressure.
per 2,000 Btuh (586W)

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Vertically Vented Furnaces – Category I FIGURE 3: VERTICAL VENTING – CATEGORY I
Please see figure 3.
a) Use single wall or double wall (Type B) vent pipe of a
diameter listed in the following table for the appropriate
model Btu/hr:
National Fuel Gas Code Venting Pipe requirement

i. Input ratings of 75,000 Btuh (21,980 W) to 149,999

Btuh (43,958 W) - 5 in. diameter (126mm)
ii. Input ratings of 150,000 Btuh (43,960 W) to 400,000
Btuh (11,7228 W) - 6 in. diameter (152mm)
b) Maximize the height of the vertical run of vent pipe. A
minimum of five (5) feet (1.5m) of vertical pipe is required.
The top of the vent pipe must extend at least two (2) feet
(0.61m) above the highest point on the roof. Use Listed
Type B vent for external runs. An approved weatherproof
vent cap must be installed on the vent termination.
c) Horizontal runs must not exceed 75% of the vertical height
of the vent pipe, up to a maximum of ten (10) feet (3m).
Horizontal runs should be pitched upward ¼ in. per foot
(21mm/m) and should be supported at three (3) foot (1m)
maximum intervals.
d) Design vent pipe runs to minimize the use of elbows. Each
90° elbow is equivalent to five (5) feet (1.5m) of straight
vent pipe.
e) Vent pipe should not be run through unheated spaces.
If such runs cannot be avoided, insulate the vent pipe to
prevent condensation. Insulation should be a minimum of
½ in. (12.7mm) thick foil faced fibreglass minimum of 1 ½
lb density.
f) Dampers must not be used in vent piping runs, as spillage
of flue gases into the occupied space could result.
g) Vent connectors serving Category I heaters must not be
connected into any portion of a mechanical draft system
operating under positive pressure.

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Horizontally Vented Furnaces - Category III FIGURE 4: HORIZONTAL VENTING – CATEGORY III
Please see figure 4.
Pressures in Category III venting systems are positive and
therefore care must be taken to prevent flue products from
entering the heated space. Use only venting materials and
components that are UL listed and approved for Category III
venting systems.

WARNING
Do not use Type B vent within a building on horizontally
vented units.
Through-the-wall vents shall not terminate over public
walkways or over an area where condensate or vapour
could create a nuisance or hazard. Provide vent termination
All vent pipe joints must be sealed to prevent leakage. Follow
clearances to building or structure features as follows:
the instructions provided with the approved venting materials.
Vent pipe shall be sized as follows:
a) Input ratings of 75,000 Btuh (21,980 W) to 149,999 Btuh Structure Minimum Clearance
(43,958 W) - 5 in. diameter (126mm)
4 ft. (1.2m) below
b) Input ratings of 150,000 Btuh (43,960 W) to 400,000 Btuh
(11,7228 W) - 6 in. diameter (152mm) Door, Window or gravity inlet 4 ft. (1.2m) horizontally
1 ft. (305 mm) above
The total equivalent length of vent pipe must not exceed 50
Forced air inlet within 10 ft.
ft. (15.25m). Equivalent length is the total length of straight 3 ft. (.91m) above
(3m)
sections, plus 5 ft. (1.52m) for each 90° elbow and 2.5 ft.
(0.76m) for each 45° elbow. Adjoining building or parapet 6 ft. (1.8m)
Adjacent public walkways 7 ft. (2.1m) above grade
The vent system must also be installed to prevent collection
of condensate. Pitch horizontal pipe runs downward ¼ in. per
foot (21mm per meter) toward the outlet to permit condensate
drainage. Insulate vent pipe exposed to cold air or routed WARNING
through unheated areas. Insulate vent pipe runs longer than 10
ft. (3m). Insulation should be a minimum of ½ in. (12mm) thick Each heater must have its own individual vent pipe and
foil faced fibreglass of 1 ½ lb density. Maintain 6 in. (152mm) terminal.
clearance between vent pipe and combustible materials.
An approved Breidert Type L, Field Starkap or equivalent vent
Do not connect vent system from horizontally vented units to
cap must be provided. Vent cap inlet diameter must be the
other vent systems or a chimney.
same as the vent pipe diameter. The vent terminal must be
at least 12 in. (305mm) from the exterior wall that it passes
through to prevent degradation of building mate rial by flue
gases. The vent terminal must be located at least 12 in.
(305mm) above grade, or in snow areas, at least 3 ft. (1m)
above snow line to prevent blockage. Additionally, the vent
terminal must be installed with a minimum horizontal clearance
of 4 ft. (1.2m) from electric meters, gas meters, regulators or
relief equipment.

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Separated Combustion Systems FIGURE 5: SEPARATED COMBUSTION - VERTICAL VENTING
PMI-IF duct furnace modules may be
applied to appliances for operation
in separated combustion systems.
The module must be mounted with
the burner section in a reasonably
airtight vestibule compartment as these
systems provide combustion air from
outside the heated space and vent the
products of combustion outdoors. No
air openings are to be provided in the
vestibule access door
or panel and sealing grommets or
gaskets should be provided for gas and
electrical entry points into the vestibule
to provide a reasonably airtight seal.
The separated combustion system
requirements include:
a) A suitable airtight gasket on the FIGURE 6: SEPARATED COMBUSTION-HORIZONTAL VENTING
vestibule door or access panel.
b) An observation window in the door
to permit observation of ignition and
main burner flame during operation
and servicing.
c) A door or panel interlock switch to
insure that door or panel is closed
or in place during operation.
d) Openings into the vestibule space
for attachment of inlet air supply
pipe and vent pipe, sized for the
Btuh (W) input rating.
e) Approved vent terminals on both
the supply air inlet and flue gas
exhaust. NOTE: The inlet and outlet
terminals must be located in the
same pressure zone to provide for
safe appliance operation.
Proper installation of air inlet and flue
gas exhaust piping are essential to
proper operation of the heater. Inlet air
pipe must be same size as vent pipe
based on input ratings. (See Figs.
5 below and Fig. 6 on page 13 for
recommended installation)

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Special Considerations Gas Piping
In cases where malfunction of the heater may result in property k) All gas piping shall conform with local codes and
damage or loss, a backup system or temperature sensitive ordinances, or in the absences of local codes in Canada,
alarm should be provided. installation must be in accordance with CAN/CSA- B149.1
for Natural Gas and B149.2 for Propane Gas and in the
USA to the National Fuel Gas Code or ANSI Z223.1.
Electrical Connections
l) A manual gas shut-off valve must be installed immediately
a) This unit has been examined and tested for compliance adjacent to the point where the gas supply enters the
with Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.2 no.0, CSA cabinet. The heater must be isolated from the gas supply
C22.2 no.3 and USA’s National Electrical Code. system by closing its individual manual shut-off valve
b) All electrical work must conform to the requirements of during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping
CSA standard C22.1, Canadian Electric Code Part I, or system at test pressures equal to or less than ½ psi.
the current NEC codes and/or local ordinances. Always use clean, scale -free pipe and malleable iron
fittings, and remove all cutting and threading debris prior
c) Control voltage is as indicted on the rating plate.
to connecting pipes. Firmly support the gas piping so that
d) Follow the wiring diagram supplied with the heater. it cannot be dislodged from its installed position.
e) If a space thermostat is used with the heater, locate m) Gas piping must be sized for the total Btu input of the
the thermostat so the cold drafts and hot discharge air heater. Refer to the heater rating plate for total input.
streams do not affect the performance of the thermostat.
n) Regulators used must be sized for the total Btu input of
Do not mount the thermostat on the casing of the heater,
the heater.
as it will be affected by radiated and conducted heat.
Refer to the instruction furnished with the thermostat for o) For the unit to operate properly, the inlet gas pressure
further details. must be maintained at 5.0” W.C. for Natural Gas and
11.0” W.C. for Propane. Maximum inlet pressure must not
f) If any of the original wires as supplied with the heater must
exceed 13.0” W.C. to prevent damage to the gas valve.
be replaced, they must be replaced with type TEW 105
degrees or its equivalent except where noted. p) A 1/8” NPT tap is provided on the inlet of the gas valve. A
fitting suitable for connection to a pressure gauge capable
g) Temperature controllers, limit controllers, remote selector
of measuring gas pressure should be connected to each
switches, door switches or any other auxiliary electrical
heater. Check pressures with all of the units operating at
items must be connected to the terminals provided as
the same time.
shown on the wiring diagram.
q) A drip-leg shall be provided at any point in the gas line
h) For heaters shipped in multiple sections, electrical
where condensate and sediment could collect.
connections between sections are to be made by the
installer in the field.
i) Field wiring to be done by the installer is denoted by Gas Vent
doted lines on the wiring diagram. Solid lines on the wiring High gas pressure regulator (if required), low pressure regulator,
diagram indicate factory wiring by the manufacturer. pilot pressure regulator, gas pressure switch (if supplied), and
j) The heater must be electrically grounded in accordance normally open vent valve (if supplied) must be vented outside
with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the of building for an indoor heater (check with authorities having
CSA.C22.1 Canadian Electrical code and/or the National jurisdiction).
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
NOTE: Due to the nature of transport, check all bolts and
fasteners for tightness.

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Duct Furnaces Cooling
a) A duct furnace shall be installed with an inlet duct, which When installed downstream from a refrigeration system,
will provide air distribution equivalent to a straight run condensation will form and provisions shall be made to
of duct having the same cross-section area as the inlet dispose of condensate.
connection and not less than two equivalent diameters in
length.
High Altitude
b) The ducts connected to the duct furnace must have
removable access panels on both upstream and Inputs are derated 4% for each 1,000 ft (305m) elevation
downstream sides of the duct. The opening must be above 2,000 ft (610m).
accessible, and shall be of such size, that smoke or
reflected light may be observed inside the casing to
indicate the presence of leaks in the heating element. The
Indoor Units
cover for the opening shall be attached in such a manner Install an indoor unit such that the gas ignition control system
as to prevent leaks. is not directly exposed to water spray, rain or dripping water.
c) The installation of the duct furnace must be adjusted to
obtain an air throughout within the range specified on the
appliance rating plate.
d) If a duct furnace is connected to a return air duct or
any other inlet air restoration; the duct furnace shall be
installed on the positive pressure side of the air-circulating
blower.

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GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Prior to Start-Up
a) Refer to the rating plate for fuel input and supply
pressures. WARNING
b) Do not attempt to start the burner if the heater is full of GAS UNITS
vapour gas, or if the combustion chamber is very hot.
a) At maximum input the supply gas pressure must fall
c) Do not leave combustible material near the heater. within the range specified on the heaters rating plate.
d) Shut off the manual fuel supply valve if the burner has b) Check all piping for tightness and correct any signs of
been shut down for an extended period of time. leaks.
e) Ensure access doors are in place before starting the
burner.
f) Do not start the burner unless the blower access doors Start-Up
are securely in place. a) Refer to start-up checklist and field report for correct
g) Refer to literature regarding controls, gas valves and other settings that are to be checked on the heater.
components. b) Check the supply fan motor thermal overload setting
against the rating plate figure.

Start-Up Procedure Precautions c) Ensure burner on-off switch is in the “off” position.

a) Ensure the main disconnect switch is in the “off” position. d) Verify that the heaters sequence of operation corresponds
to sequence provided in the supplied “AS BUILT”
b) Ensure the burner on-off switch is in the “off” position. literature.
c) Check all electrical and gas connections and tighten if e) Check supply fan motor amps against rating plate figure.
necessary. If actual figure varies by +/- 20% from rating plate value,
d) Check main fans (by rotating fan shaft by hand), bearing take corrective actions with respect to ductwork and
setscrews, and pulley set screws. Ensure blowers are free accessories external to the heater or blower/motor drive
to turn, vibration isolation shipping blocks are removed adjustments making sure to follow manufactures rating for
(if equipped), and shipped loose items (if supplied) are blower rotational speeds.
removed from inside blower sections. f) The thermal overloads must be set to appropriate motor
e) Lubricate (if necessary) the burner and main fan motors. performance after all adjustments have been made.
The specification on the motors for grease and oil shall be g) Follow sequence of operation supplied with the heater and
adhered to. perform necessary steps to initiate burner activation.
f) Check heater outlets for obstruction. h) Once flame is detected the controller goes into “Power”
g) Check all fuse blocks to determine that all fusing is and “Heat” mode.
installed. i) Check heater performance as described on the factory
h) Set the operating controls (e.g. thermostat, remote panel test report, (include items such as stack temperature.
switches) so as to allow proper operation of the heater. CO-2 level, flame signals etc.) Readings obtained in the
i) Reset the motor starter by pushing the reset button, if so field should not deviate significantly from those obtained
equipped. Ensure all blowers are rotating in the correct from the manufacturer.
rotation.
j) Check building system gas supplies and be sure all lines
are purged of air.
k) Check building system gas supply pressure

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GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Manifold Pressure Adjustment FIGURE 7: HONEYWELL TWO STAGE GAS VALVE
a) The manifold pressure for high fire second stage should
be at 3.5” W.C., if it needs adjustment, adjust the HI
Regulator on the two stage gas valve. (See Fig. 7 below).
b) The manifold pressure for Low Fire First Stage should
be set at 1.2” W.C., if it needs adjustment, adjust the LO
Regulator on the two stage gas valve. (See Fig. 7 below).

Shut Down
3. Emergency Shut Down
a) Set disconnect switch to “off” position.
b) Close the manual main fuel valve.
c) Set the burner on-off switch to “off” position.
2. Service Shut Down
a) Set the burner toggle switch to “off” position.
b) Close the manual main fuel valve.
c) Set the operating controls, (e.g. thermostat, remote
panel switches), so as to prevent heating operation.

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MAINTENANCE
Regular maintenance is necessary to ensure the efficient operation and long life of this unit. This maintenance should be preformed
by, or supervised by, qualified service personnel. A maintenance schedule should be prepared for the unit based on its application
and location.

Recommended Quarterly Maintenance Recommended Yearly Maintenance

1. Check for loose connections in the wiring. 1. Perform the monthly quarterly maintenance
2. Check the voltage at the heater while it is in operation. recommended.

3. Check motor amperage draws against rating plate values. 2. Inspect blower wheel and housing, clean if necessary.

4. Inspect all contactors to ensure that they are clean and 3. Inspect all set screws on blower wheel and pulleys to
making good contact. ensure that they are secured to their respective shafts

5. Check all fittings, valves and lines for leaks. 4. Check flame supervisor controller.

6. Check for proper combustion. Adjust if necessary. 5. Inspect all operating and safety controls. Clean and
replace if necessary.
7. Check the flame sensor signal (1.5-6.0mA), and clean if
necessary. 6. Inspect and clean the collection and disposal systems to
ensure proper drainage.
8. Check the fuel supply pressure to the heater.
NOTE: If ignition controller is replaced, ensure the control
9. Check the heaters manifold pressure.
system is not exposed to water spray, rain or dripping water.
10. Clean or replace air filters if necessary. Replace filters only Refer to individual manufacturer’s literature provided for
with type equivalent to those supplied with the heater by maintenance requirements of optional equipment.
the manufacturer.
11. Check all dampers, linkages and damper actuators; adjust
and tighten as required.
12. Check all belts. Adjust or replace as necessary.
13. Check all bearings and lubricate if necessary.
14. Check operation of all safety controls.
15. Oil burner fan.
16. Check all bearings to ensure tightness on shaft and
lubricate if necessary.
17. Check ignition spark and adjust gap if necessary.

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Utec 1016-xxx Direct Spark Ignition Control LED Flash Code Key

Sequence of Operation On-Steady Control operation normal

a) Thermostat closes on call for heat providing 24 VAC to 1 Flash Open pressure switch, limit switch or flame
Ignition Control. rollout switch
b) Draft Inducer is energized (@ line voltage). 2 Flashes Pressure switch stuck closed
c) Air Switch closes initiating 30-second pre-purge. 3 Flashes Ignition / flame sense failure
d) At end of pre-purge period, Spark and Gas Valve are 4 Flashes Repeated flame losses
energized for up to a 5-second ignition trial.
5 Flashes Internal control fault
e) Burners ignite and carryover.
f) Flame is detected by flame sensor and control operates in
steady state heating condition.
g) Heater continues in operation until the thermostat is
satisfied.
h) Thermostat opens interrupting power to control and
shutting unit off.
i) If ignition is not achieved within 5 seconds, the gas valve
is shut off; the inducer continues to run for an inter-
purge period. Additional ignition trials follow the specified
sequence. If all trials (3) for ignition have occurred without
proper ignition and flame detection, the control locks out.
j) Control may be brought out of lockout by cycling the
thermostat or shutting off power for a minimum of 5
seconds.
k) If flame is lost once it has been established, the control
will shut off the gas supply within 0.8 second and enter
the inter-purge period. Control will initiate up to 3
additional trials per normal operation sequence. (To restart,
refer to Item “j” above)
l) If flame sensor indicates presence of flame during purge
period, when no flame should be present, the inducer will
remain energized, but the gas valve will remain off until the
cause of the “false flame” is removed.
m) If the air pressure switch is closed when the inducer is
energized, or does not close after the inducer is energized,
the control will wait 1 minute for the sir switch to open o r
close, and then lock out. (To restart, refer to Item “j” above)
n) If the control detects power to the gas valve when it
should be off, or not powered when it should be on, the
control will go into lockout with all outputs off. (To restart,
refer to item “j” above)
NOTE: Refer to control “Flash Code Key” if control is provided
with LED indicator light.

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Troubleshooting Guide for UTEC 1016-xxx Ignition Board

LED Code System Description Actions

Steady On Normal LED is Lit 24VAC is applied to the control.

1. Check 120V is supplied to heater and transformer.
LED off Lockout LED is Off 2. Check to see if 24V is coming out of secondary side
of transformer; if not change transformer.
1. Check pressure hose connection between the draft
inducer and pressure switch.
Open Pressure switch with
1 Flash Lockout induced draft blower 2. Check rollout switch manual reset to see if tripped.
energized 3. Check for open high limit.
4. Replace pressure switch.
1. Check wiring between PS1 & PS2 on the ignition
Pressure switch closed controls for proper connection.
2 Flashes Lockout when induced draft blower 2. Check pressure switch function.
is off 3. If pressure switch contacts remain closed, replace
pressure switch.
1. Verify that gas supply available.
2. Verify that the gas valve is working properly and
Ignition Lockout from too manifold pressure is adequate.
3 Flashes Lockout
many trials 3. Check if spark igniter is cracked or dirty.
4. Check flame sensor wiring.
5. Check to see if the flame sensor is grounded.
1. Check pressure switch hose for leaks or poor
connection.
Ignition Lockout from too 2. Check pressure switch hose for condensate in line.
4 Flashes Lockout many flame losses within a
single call for heat 3. Check pressure tap in the combustion blower for
blockage.
4. Check the induced draft blower.
Control hardware fault
5 Flashes Lockout 1. Change ignition control board.
detected

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PMI-IF Troubleshooting Guide

System Possible Cause Corrective Action

Disconnect “OFF” Verify disconnect switch in “ON” position.

No power Short circuit Check transformer fuses and replace if necessary
Motor overload tripped Check motor starter overloads – reset if required
Cycle power to Zelio controller (turn system switch to “OFF” position and then
Power OK heater to “WINTER” position. Resets internal low limit timer.
Low limit activated
won’t start
Verify heater starts up and turns on burners. If not see “Low limit alarm” below.
Check Input “I6” on Zelio controller. Control voltage must be present for heater
Loose wire
to operate. If not, verify wire connections at low limit controller.
Low limit alarm Check Zelio screen for “FLAME FAILURE ALARM”.
Flame failure Cycle power to Zelio to reset alarm. If flame failure alarm presets follow Utec
Troubleshooting guide on page 21 of this manual.
With system switch in “SUMMER” position, check to make sure damper opens
Damper actuator end
Blower won’t start 100%. Verify that end switch makes. Follow manufacturers check procedures
switch not made
in supplied actuators literature.
Low Limit Activated Follow corrective action above for “Low limit alarm” above.
After start up delay, verify that there is control voltage present at Input “I7” on
Zelio controller.
Blower air proving
switch not made If not, with heater “OFF”, check wires to/from air proving switch (located beside
No heat heaters blower). Using a tube connected to the high side of air switch, GENTLY
blow into the tube to verify that the switch works properly.
Check the set point of the controller (located 10 feet downstream of
Low fire cut off
discharge). If set point is lower than ambient temperature heat will be locked
activated
out. Turn set point higher then ambient and verify that heat turns on.

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PMI-IF Indirect Fired Heater
Standard 2 Stage Sequence Of Operation Additional Controls:

A) System Switch “Winter” • The burner will try for ignition up to 3 times on initial start-
up.
1ST STAGE HEAT CALL
–– If main flame is not proven there is a 30 second purge
On activation of heater and after the 30 second purge time, cycle before the next 15-second trial for re-ignition
the burner fires on low volume. The motorized fresh air
–– After the 3rd attempt, if the flame is not proven, the
damper opens fully. Once the damper motor end switch burner will shut down
contact closes, the heater’s blower starts & runs continuously
supplying 100% fresh air. –– The system switch must then be cycled before the
heater will start again
2ND STAGE HEAT CALL
–– If main flame is lost during operation the burner will try
The burner motor switches to high speed, after 5 seconds the
for ignition up to 3 times
burner goes to high volume.
• low limit set at 40°F to shut down the heater (after a 5
B) System Switch “Summer”
minute (adjustable) time delay on start-up) if the supply air
Damper & blower operate as “A” above, burner is DE- temperature below its set point is sensed
ENERGIZED.
Zelio Inputs & Outputs
C) System Switch “Off”
• I1 – damper/blower on
Unit inoperative. Fresh air dampers closed.
• I2 – heat mode
NOTE: When the system switch is switched from winter to
off, the burner motor will continue to run (high speed) for 5 • I3 – blower ok
seconds (to purge the heat exchanger), the supply fan will • I5 – burner on
continue to run, the dampers will remain ENERGIZED for 30
seconds (to cool down the heat exchanger). • I6 – low limit

When the system switch is switched from winter to summer, • Q1 – power damper
the burner fan will continue to run
• Q2 – power stage 2 heat
(to purge the heat exchanger) for 5 seconds.
• Q3 – power high volume (main gas valve)
The first time heating mode is “ENERGIZED” the supply fan will
stop & restart, after burner fires & dampers open. • Q4 – power 2 stage furnace control module

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PMI-IF Indirect Fired Heater
Standard Modulating Sequence of Operation Additional Controls:

A) System Switch “Winter” • The burner will try for ignition up to 3 times on initial start-
up.
On activation of heater, after the 30 second purge time, the
–– If main flame is not proven there is a 30 second purge
burner fires & modulates to maintain discharge temperature as cycle before the next 15-second trial for re-ignition
set at the remote temperature selector on the remote panel.
–– After the 3rd attempt, if the flame is not proven, the
The motorized fresh air damper opens fully. Once the damper burner will shut down
motor end switch contact closes, the unit blower starts & runs
continuously supplying 100% fresh air. –– The system switch must then be cycled before the
heater will start again
B) System Switch “Summer”
–– If main flame is lost during operation the burner will try
Damper & blower operate as “A” above, burner is DE- for ignition up to 3 times
ENERGIZED.
• Auto low limit set at 40°F to shut down the heater (after a
C) System Switch “Off” 5 minute (adjustable) time delay on start-up) if the supply
air temperature below its set point is sensed
Unit inoperative. Fresh air dampers closed.
NOTE: When the system switch is switched from winter to off, • Inlet air controller (on/off furnace) (set by others) brings on
the on/off furnace if the inlet air temperature drops below
the burner motor will continue to run for 5 seconds (to purge
its set point
the heat exchanger), the supply fan will continue to run, the
dampers will remain ENERGIZED for 30 seconds (to cool down Zelio Inputs & Outputs
the heat exchanger).
• I1 – damper/blower on
When the system switch is switched from winter to summer,
the burner fan will continue to run (to purge the heat • I2 – heat mode
exchanger) for 5 seconds. • I3 – low fire cut out
The first time heating mode is “ENERGIZED” the supply fan will
• I4 – high speed burner fan (modulating furnace)
stop & restart, after burner fires & dampers open.
• I5 – burner on (modulating furnace)

• I6 – low limit

• I7 – airflow OK

• I8 – inlet air controller (on/off furnace)

• I9 – burner on (on/off furnace)

• Q1 – power damper

• Q2 – power amplifier

• Q3 – power ignition controller (modulating furnace)

• Q4 – high volume (modulating furnace)

• Q5 – power ignition controller (on/off furnace)

• Q8 – low speed burner motor (modulating furnace)

• Q9 – high speed burner motor (modulating furnace)

• QA – high speed burner motor (on/off furnace)

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Appendix A: FIGURE 1: REMOVABLE CENTER LUG SHOWN ON BASE FRAME 
Assembly of Split Units
Purpose

To provide an overview and basic

understanding of the process for on-site
assembly of split air handling units.
Installer Supplied Tools and Material
• Exterior-grade caulking

• Rigging equipment sufficiently rated

for the weights being hoisted

• Sufficiently long threaded rod, nuts

and bolts to pull sections together

• Soapy water to lubricate between

the roof curb and unit base (if
required)

• Come-alongs (only to be used on

the base frame as needed)

Factory Supplied Material

• Neoprene gasket

• Roof caps

• Fasteners

Instructions

These instructions apply to both

vertically and horizontally split units. All
joining hardware is provided by Price
Industries and is shipped with the unit
unless noted otherwise.
1. Ensure the bottom of the first
section’s base is clean and free
from debris and place it on the roof
curb, aligning all edges. Connect
and tighten the fasteners holding
the section to the roof curb if
applicable.
2. Sections with 6-point lifts may have
removable center lugs (Figure 1).
They can be removed once the
section is seated on the roof curb.

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3. Apply the supplied ¼” thick gasket
FIGURE 2: GASKET APPLIED TO THE PERIMETER OF THE OPENING
material to one side of the open
face, ensuring it is placed as
shown in Figure 2 and that it is well
adhered.
4. It is recommended to spray soapy-
water on the entire roof curb prior GASKET
to placing the subsequent sections.
This will help with pulling the
sections together.
5. Move the second section into
place on the roof curb as close
as possible but no more than 2”
from the already anchored section
(Figure 3). Once the second section
is on the curb, the center lug can
be removed. GASKET

FIGURE 3: SECOND SECTION PLACED WITHIN

2” OF THE ANCHORED SECTION 

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6. Use threaded rod, washers and FIGURE 4: THREADED ROD, WASHERS AND NUTS
nuts to slowly, and evenly pull FOR PULLING SECTIONS TOGETHER 
Section 2 towards Section 1 from
the base (Figure 4). Once the base
is tight, verify that the gasket around
the walls and roof splits is still in
place and has not been damaged
during the pull-in procedure.
7. The bases then need to be secured
to one another (Figure 5), and then
to the roof curb.
8. Once the bases are bolted together,
the connecting flanges must be
secured to one another using the
supplied fasteners.

FIGURE 5: BOLTS, WASHERS AND NUTS USED TO

FASTEN THE BASE TOGETHER 

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9. A bead of silicone caulking must
FIGURE 6: ROOF CAP INSTALLED TO COVER JOINTS AT SPLIT 
then be run across the top of the
bolting flange and down the side.
If the roof is split, use the supplied
roof cap to cover the joint shown in
Figure 6.
10. Repeat steps 1 through 9 for all
sections of the split air handler unit ROOF CAP
until all sections are joined.
11. Install all loose exterior features,
which may include hood
assemblies, exhaust flues and field
sensors. Field sensors should be
wired according to the supplied
electrical diagram.

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12. All high voltage wiring (such as fans,
FIGURE 7: HIGH VOLTAGE WIRES SPOOLED 
motors, blowers, compressors, etc.)
is spooled by the factory and is to
be pulled through the air handler
unit upon assembly (Figure 7).
Wires should be connected to the
corresponding labeled terminals.
13. All low voltage control wiring (such
as actuators, sensors, etc) is
disconnected at the air handler unit
splits. Spade connectors or junction
boxes containing terminal blocks
are installed at the splits. All control
wiring and terminals are marked to
aid with on-site assembly.
14. The unit is now ready to be
connected to the main power
source. This operation must be
performed by a qualified electrician
and done according to local codes
and regulations.

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