vr8305 Direct Ignition Combination Gas Control Manual
vr8305 Direct Ignition Combination Gas Control Manual
vr8305 Direct Ignition Combination Gas Control Manual
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Application
These direct ignition combination gas controls are used in gas-fired appliances with capacities up to 300 feet3/hour at 1
inch wc pressure drop [8.5 meters3/hour at 0.25 kPa] on natural gas. They include a manual valve, two automatic
operators, and a pressure regulator. See Table 1 for temperature ranges and regulator types. VR8305 set up for natural
gas includes a 393691 LP Conversion Kit. The kit contains a cap screw, a pressure regulator adjustment screw, a
tapered spring and a conversion label.
CAPACITY:
240 feet 3 /hour [6.8 30 feet 3 /hour [0.8 meter 340 feet 3 /hour [9.6
1/2 x 1/2
meter 3 /hour] 3 /hour] meter 3 /hour]
270 feet3 /hour[7.6 meter 30 feet 3 /hour[0.8 meter 370 feet 3 /hour[10.5
1/2 x 3/4
3 /hour] 3 /hour] meter 3 /hour]
300 feet 3 /hour[8.5 30 feet 3 /hour 0.8 meter 415 feet 3 /hour[11.8
3/4 x 3/4
meter 3 /hour 3 /hour] meter 3 /hour]
Capacity based on 1000 Btu/feet 3 , 0.64 specific gravity natural gas at 1 inch wc pressure drop [37.3 MJ/meter 3 , 0.64
specific gravity natural gas at 0.25 k Pa pressure drop].
0° F to 175° F
VR8305H Slow-opening
-18° C to +79° C]
-40° F to 175° F
VR8305K Slow-opening
[-40° C to +79° C]
-40° F to 175° F
VR8305M Standard-opening
[-40° C to +79° C]
-40° F to 175° F
VR8305P Step-opening
[-40° C to +79° C]
APPROVALS:
American Gas Association design certificate:
UP-70-69A.
Canadian Gas Association design certificate:
UP-70-69A.
Australian Gas Association design certificate:
Applied for. Delta C: P-70-42A19
NOTE: Flange Kits include one flange with attached Oring and four mounting screws.
Installation
1. Read these instructions carefully. Failure to follow them could damage the product or cause a hazardous condition.
2. Check the ratings given in the instructions and on the product to ensure the product is suitable for your application.
3. Ensure installer is a trained, experienced service technician.
4. After installation is complete, use these instructions to check out product operation.
WARNING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, SEVERE INJURY, OR DEATH
1. Disconnect power supply before wiring to prevent electrical shock or equipment damage.
2. To avoid dangerous accumulation of fuel gas,turn off gas supply at the appliance service valve before starting
installation, and perform Gas Leak Test after completion of installation.
3. Always install sediment trap in gas supply line to prevent contamination of gas control.
4. Do not force the gas control knob. Use only your hand to turn the gas control knob. Never use any tools. If the gas
control knob will not operate by hand, the gas control should be replaced by a qualified service technician. Force or
attempted repair may result in fire or explosion.
CAUTION
Never apply a jumper across or short the valve coil terminals. This may burn out the heat anticipator in the thermostat or
damage the electronic direct ignition (DI) module.
IMPORTANT: These gas controls are shipped with protective seals over inlet and outlet tapping. Do not remove seals
until ready to connect piping.
Follow the appliance manufacturer instructions if available; otherwise, use the Instructions provided below.
WARNING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, SEVERE INJURY, OR DEATH
1. Do not use a gas control set for natural gas on LP gas or a gas control set for LP gas on natural gas.
2. When making conversion, main and pilot burner orifices MUST be changed to meet appliance manufacturer
specifications
VR8305 gas controls can be converted from one gas to another. To convert from natural gas to LP, use the 393691LP
Conversion Kit that is included with the VR8305 Gas Control. To convert from LP to natural gas, use the 394588 Natural
Gas Conversion Kit (order separately). Step-opening gas controls cannot be converted. To convert control from one gas
to another:
Flanges
Bushings
In some field service applications, it is difficult or impossible to thread the control onto the gas supply pipe because of
space limitations. This problem can be resolved in many instances by using an adapter. The adapter in installed on the
end of the supply pipe in place of the gas control, following the same precautions and instructions that are used for
installing the gas control. After the adapter is installed, the gas control is attached to the adapter as outlined above. Note
that using an adapter increases the overall length of the gas control.
Do not locate the gas control where it may be affected by steam cleaning, high humidity, dripping water, corrosive
chemicals, dust or grease accumulation, or excessive heat. To ensure proper operation, follow these guidelines:
All piping must comply with local codes and ordinances or with the National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1 NFPA No. 54),
whichever applies. Tubing installation must comply with approved standards and practices
1. Use new, properly reamed pipe free from chips. If tubing is used, ensure the ends are square, deburred and clean.
All tubing bends must be smooth and without deformation.
2. Run pipe or tubing to the gas control. If tubing is used, obtain a tube-to-tube coupling to connect the tubing to the
gas control.
3. Install sediment trap in the supply line to the gas control. See Fig. 4.
Fig. 4—Install sediment trap.
1. This gas control can be mounted 0-90 degrees, in any direction, including vertically, from the upright position of the
gas control knob.
2. Mount the gas control so gas flow is in the direction of the arrow on the bottom of the control.
3. Thread pipe the amount shown in Table 4 for insertion into the gas control. DO NOT THREAD PIPE TOO FAR.
Valve distortion or malfunction may result if the pipe is inserted too deeply into the gas control.
TABLE 4—NPT PIPE THREAD LENGTH IN INCHES.
Maximum Depth
Pipe Thread Pipe
Pipe Can Be
Size This Amount
Inserted Into Control
WIRING
Follow the wiring instructions furnished by the appliance manufacturer, if available, or use the general instructions
provided below. All wiring must comply with applicable electrical codes and ordinances.
Disconnect power supply before making wiring connections to prevent electrical shock or equipment damage.
1. Check the power supply rating on the valve and ensure it matches the available supply. Install transformer,
thermostat, and other controls as required.
2. Connect control circuit to gas control terminals. See Figs. 1, 7 and 8.
WARNING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, SEVERE INJURY, OR DEATH
1. Do not force the gas control knob. Use only your hand to turn the gas control knob. Never use any tools.
2. If the gas control knob will not operate by hand, the gas control should be replaced by a qualified service
technician.
The gas control knob has two settings: OFF prevents main burner gas flow. ON permits main burner gas flow. Under
control of the thermostat and direct ignition module, gas can flow to the main burner.
NOTE: Controls are shipped with the gas control knob in the ON position
WARNING:FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, SEVERE INJURY, OR DEATH Check
for gas leaks with rich soap and water solution anytime work is done on a gas control.
1. Paint all pipe connections upstream of the gas control with a rich soap and water solution. Bubbles indicate a gas
leak.
2. If a gas leak is detected, tighten the pipe connection.
3. Stand clear while lighting main burner to prevent injury caused from hidden gas leaks that could cause flashback in
the appliance vestibule. Light the main burner.
4. With the main burner in operation, paint all pipe joints (including adapters) and gas control inlet and outlet with rich
soap and water solution.
5. If another gas leak is detected, tighten adapter screws, joints, and pipe connections.
6. Replace the part if gas leak cannot be stopped.
TURN ON SYSTEM
1. Do not exceed the input rating stamped on the appliance nameplate, or manufacturer recommended burner orifice
pressure for the size
orifice(s) used. Ensure the main burner primary air supply is properly adjusted for complete combustion (refer to the
appliance manufacturer instructions).
2. IF CHECKING GAS INPUT BY CLOCKING THE GAS METER:
Ensure that the only gas flow through the meter is that of the appliance being tested.
Ensure that other appliances are turned off and that their pilot burners are extinguished (or deduct their gas
consumption from the meter reading).
Convert the flow rate to Btuh as described in the Gas Controls Handbook (form 70- 2602) and compare to the
Btuh input rating on the appliance nameplate.
3. IF CHECKING GAS INPUT WITH A MANOMETER (PRESSURE GAUGE):
Ensure the gas control knob is in the PILOT position before removing the outlet pressure tap plug to connect
the manometer.
Turn the gas control knob back to PILOT when removing the manometer and replacing outlet pressure tap
plug.
Shut off the gas supply at the appliance service valve, or for LP gas at the gas tank, before removing the outlet
pressure tap plug and before disconnecting the manometer to replace the outlet pressure tap plug.
Perform the Gas Leak Test at the inlet pressure tap plug.
1. The gas control outlet pressure should match the manifold pressure listed on the appliance nameplate.
2. With the main burner operating, check the gas control flow rate using the meter clocking method or check the gas
pressure using a manometer connected to the gas control outlet pressure tap. Refer to Fig. 1.
3. If necessary, adjust the pressure regulator to match the appliance rating. Refer to Table 5 or 6 for the factory set
nominal outlet pressures and adjustment ranges.
Remove the pressure regulator adjustment cap and screw.
Using a screwdriver, turn the inner adjustment screw clockwise to increase or counterclockwise
to decrease the main burner gas pressure.
Outlet Pressure
Nominal Factory
Outlet Pressure
Nominal Factory
Always replace the cap screw and tighten firmly to ensure proper operation.
4. If the desired outlet gas pressure or gas flow rate cannot be achieved by adjusting the gas control, check the gas
control inlet pressure using a manometer at the inlet pressure tap. If the inlet pressure is in the normal range (refer
to Table 5 or 6), replace the gas control. Otherwise, take the necessary steps to provide proper gas pressure to the
gas control.
1. The gas control outlet pressure should match the manifold pressure listed on the appliance nameplate.
2. With the main burner operating, check the gas control flow rate using the meter clocking method or check the
gas pressure using a manometer connected to the gas control outlet pressure tap. Refer to Fig. 1.
3. If necessary, adjust the pressure regulator to match
the appliance rating. Refer to Table 5 or 6 for factory set
nominal outlet pressures and adjustment ranges.
Remove the pressure regulator adjustment cap screw.
Using a screwdriver, turn the inner adjustment screw
clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the main burner gas pressure.
Always replace the cap screw and tighten firmly to
ensure proper operation.
4. If desired outlet pressure or flow rate cannot be achieved by adjusting the gas control, check the inlet pressure
using a manometer at inlet pressure tap or upstream of the gas control. If the inlet pressure is in the normal range
(refer to Table 5 or 6), replace the existing gas control. Otherwise, take the necessary steps to provide proper gas
pressure to the gas control.
5. Carefully check main burner lightoff at the step pressure. Ensure the main burner lights smoothly and without
flashback to the orifice and that all ports remain lit. Cycle the main burner several times, allowing at least 30
seconds between cycles for the regulator to resume the step function. Repeat after allowing main burner to cool.
Readjust the full rate outlet pressure, if necessary, to improve lightoff characteristics.
WARNING: FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, SEVERE INJURY, OR DEATH
Perform the safety shutdown test any time work is done on a gas system.
NOTE: Read steps 1-7 below before starting and compare to the safety shutdown or safety lockout tests recommended
for the direct ignition (DI) module. Where they differ, use the procedure recommended for the module.
Maintenance
WARNING: FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, SEVERE INJURY, OR DEATH
Improper cleaning or reassembly may cause gas leakage. When cleaning, ensure that control is reassembled properly
and perform gas leak test.
Regular preventive maintenance is important in applications that place a heavy load on system controls, such as in the
commercial cooking and agricultural and industrial industries because:
The equipment operates 100,000-200,000 cycles per year in many such applications, particularly commercial
cooking. Such heavy cycling can wear out the gas control in one to two years.
Exposure to water, dirt, chemicals and heat can damage the gas control and shut down the control system.
The maintenance program should include regular checkout of the gas control, see Start-Up and Checkout, page 6,
and the control system as described in the appliance manufacturer’s literature.
Maintenance frequency must be determined individually for each application. Some considerations are:
Cycling frequency. Appliances that may cycle 100,000 times annually should be checked monthly.
Intermittent use. Appliances that are used seasonally should be checked before shutdown and again before the
next use.
Consequence of unexpected shutdown. Where the cost of an unexpected shutdown would be high, the system
should be checked more often.
Dusty, wet, or corrosive environment. Since these environments can cause the gas control to deteriorate more
rapidly, the system should be checked more often. The gas control should be replaced if:
It does not perform properly on checkout or troubleshooting.
The gas control knob is hard to turn or push down, or it fails to pop back up when released.
The gas control is likely to have operated for more than 200,000 cycles.
WARNING: FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, SEVERE, INJURY, OR DEATH Do
not disassemble the gas control; it contains no replaceable components. Attempted disassembly or repair may damage
the gas control.
CAUTION: Do not apply a jumper across or short the valve coil terminals. Doing so may burn out the heatanticipator in
the thermostat or damage the DI module.
IMPORTANT: Allow 60 seconds after shutdown before re-energizing step-opening model to ensure lightoff at step
pressure.
INSTRUCTIONS TO THE HOME OWNER FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ BEFORE OPERATING:
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, SEVERE INJURY, OR DEATH
1. Pilot flame is lit automatically. Do not light the pilot flame manually.
2. Before lighting pilot burner flame, smell around the appliance for gas. Be sure to smell next to floor because LP gas
is heavier than air.
3. IF YOU SMELL GAS:
Turn off the gas supply at the appliance service valve. On LP gas systems, turn off gas supply at the gas tank.
Do not light any appliances in the house.
Do not touch electrical switches or use the phone.
Leave the building and use a neighbor’s phone to call your gas supplier.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
4. Do not force the gas control knob. Use only your hand to push down or turn the gas control knob. Never use any
tools. If the gas control knob will not operate by hand, the gas control should be replaced by a qualified service
technician. Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion.
5. The gas control must be replaced in case of any physical damage, tampering, bent terminals, missing or broken
parts, stripped threads, or evidence of exposure to heat.
IMPORTANT: Follow the operating instructions provided by the manufacturer of your heating appliance. The information
below will be of assistance in a typical control application, but the specific controls used and the procedures outlined by
the manufacturer of your appliance may differ, requiring special instructions.
The pilot flame is lit automatically. If the appliance does not turn on when the thermostat is set several degrees above
room temperature, follow these instructions.
1. Set the thermostat to its lowest setting to reset the safety control.
2. Disconnect all electric power to the appliance.
3. Remove the gas control access panel.
4. Push in the gas control knob slightly and turn
clockwise to OFF.
5. Wait five minutes to clear out any unburned gas. If you then smell gas, STOP! Follow step 3 in the WARNING
above. If you do not smell gas, continue with the next step.
6. Turn the gas control knob counterclockwise to ON.
7. Replace the gas control access panel.
8. Reconnect all electric power to the appliance.
9. Set the thermostat to the desired setting.
10. If the appliance does not turn on, set the gas control knob to OFF and contact a qualified service technician for
assistance.
VACATION SHUTDOWN—Set the thermostat to the desired room temperature while you are away. COMPLETE
SHUTDOWN—Push the gas control knob in slightly and turn clockwise to OFF. Do not force. Appliance will
completely shut off. Follow the lighting procedures above to resume normal operation.
Residential and Building Controls Division Honeywell Inc. 1985 Douglas Drive North Golden Valley, Minnesota 55422
Residential and Building Controls Division Honeywell Limited—Honeywell Limitée 740 Ellesmere Road Scarborough,
Ontario M1P 2V9
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