Lochinvar WH 55-399 operation manual Protection features

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Installation & Operation Manual

11 Operating information (continued)

Ramp delay

For systems with lower flow, the SMART SYSTEM can limit the firing rate (when enabled) when a space heating call for heat starts, or when switching from a DHW call for heat to a space heating call for heat. There are six (6) limits that can be programmed, as well as six (6) time intervals corresponding to each limit. The sixth limit will also limit the firing rate for the rest of the call for heat.

Gradient limiting

If during operation of the boiler the outlet water temperature is rising too quickly, the control will reduce the firing rate to its lowest setting.

Outdoor air reset

With the outdoor air sensor connected, the control module will calculate the set points of the three (3) space heating demands based on the programmed reset curves. The installer can change the slope of the reset curves by several adjustable parameters. The user can limit the maximum set point for the system using the space heating set points.

Protection features

Outlet temperature, flue temperature, and temperature rise limiting

The outlet temperature is monitored by the boiler outlet temperature sensor. When the outlet temperature exceeds 185°F, the unit will reduce the fan speed. If the outlet water temperature exceeds 195°F the control will shut the unit down until it cools off.

The control module monitors the flue temperature by a sensor located in the flue exhaust. If the flue temperature exceeds 215°F the control will reduce the maximum fan speed. If the flue temperature exceeds 240°F the control will shut the unit down. The unit will restart automatically once the flue temperature drops 25°F and the minimum off time has expired.

The control monitors the temperature difference between the inlet and the outlet sensor. If this difference exceeds 55°F the control will reduce the maximum fan speed. If the temperature difference exceeds 60°F the control will shut the unit down. The unit will restart automatically once the temperature difference has dropped below 55°F and the minimum off time has expired.

Boost function

Freeze protection

If outdoor air reset is active, and any space heating demand has been active continuously for a set period of time (time adjustable by installer) and there has been no DHW demands, the control will increase the set point of that demand by a fixed number of degrees (adjustable by installer). This process will continue until the space heating demand ends, the set point reaches the programmed set point or a maximum of 20 increases has occurred. Once the system heat demand is satisfied, the set point will revert to the value determined by the reset curve.

Night setback

The controller may be programmed to reduce the space heating and DHW set points during certain times each week. Seven different start and stop times may be programmed for the space heating setback and seven start and stop times for the DHW setback. Any night setback scheduled within the next seven (7) days can be temporarily bypassed if desired.

Flame current support

To prevent nuisance shutdowns when the boiler is firing at minimum rates, the control will increase the firing rate when the flame signal drops too low.

DO NOT install the boiler in a room likely to freeze.

The following integral feature of the SMART SYSTEM control module provides some protection for the boiler only -- not for the system.

•The SMART SYSTEM control module provides freeze-up protection as follows when the boiler water temperature drops below 45°F:

•Below 45°F, the boiler and system pumps operate constantly.

•Below 37°F, the boiler turns on and runs at 20% of rate.

•Boiler and pumps turn off if boiler water temperature rises above 45°F.

•Lower temperatures may be programmed for systems with anti-freeze solutions (see the Knight Wall Mount Service Manual.

NOTICE

When system return temperatures

are maintained below the dew point,

 

condensation will form on the inside of the

 

boiler jacket causing some internal sheet

 

metal components to rust.

 

This feature of the SMART SYSTEM control

￿ CAUTION

module does not eliminate the possibility

 

 

of freezing. The installation must still

 

use recognized design, installation and

 

maintenance practice to prevent freeze

 

potential for the boiler and system.

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Contents Models WH 55 Contents Please read before proceeding When servicing boilerBoiler operation Boiler waterStainless steel heat exchanger Knight Wall Mount Boiler How it worksModels 55 Knight Wall Mount Boiler Ahri Rating RatingsCloset and alcove installations Installation must comply withDetermine boiler location Before locating the boiler, check1Closet Installation Minimum Required Clearances Vent and air piping PrecautionsWall mounting location Prevent combustion air contaminationAreas likely to have contaminants When using an existing vent system to install a new boilerProducts to avoid When removing a boiler from existing common vent system Gas conversions Prepare boilerRemove boiler from wood pallet Mounting to a wood studded wall Mounting the boilerMounting to a concrete wall Mounting to a metal studded wallDirect venting options Sidewall Vent General ventingAir intake/vent connections Install vent and combustion air pipingSizing Requirements for installation in CanadaModel Kit Number Equivalent Vent Length Model Max Vent AirAir inlet pipe materials MaterialsAir contamination Optional room airMaterial Standard Approved PVC/CPVC Vent Pipe and FittingsVent pipe Vent fittingsCentrotherm InnoFlue SW Duravent Polypro ModelPolypropylene Stainless steel vent Sidewall direct venting If using the alternate sidewall terminationVent/air termination sidewall Determine location2AClearance to Gravity Air Inlets Prepare wall penetrations Model Air Vent Centerline WidthMultiple vent/air terminations Prepare wall penetrations Alternate Field Supplied OptionDescription and usage Sidewall termination installationSidewall termination optional concentric vent Sidewall termination optional concentric vent models 92 and 3 Concentric Vent Dimensional Drawing reference D onMultiventing sidewall terminations 12Concentric Vent Sidewall AttachmentPrepare roof penetrations Vertical direct ventingVent/air termination vertical Vertical termination optional concentric vent Vertical termination installationMinimum Combustion AIR Typical Multiventing vertical terminationsVent / Air Inlet Size Minimum Existing Vent / Chase Size Alternate vertical concentric ventingConcentric Venting Arrangement Existing vent as a chaseSystem water piping methods General piping information Hydronic pipingLow water cutoff device Chilled water systemNear boiler piping components Circulator sizing Near boiler piping connections25F Temperature Rise Applications 20F Temperature Rise Applications35F Temperature Rise Applications Pump Size GrundfosVariable speed pump option Smart System / Multi-temperature loop control optionVariable speed pump setup 3Single Boiler Primary / Secondary Piping Make UP Water Indirect Number of Units Boiler Member 8Single Boiler Multiple Temperature DHW Priority Model Required Pipe Sizes Boiler Make UP Boiler Gas connections Connecting gas supply pipingPropane Gas Natural gasLength of Pipe in Straight Feet for 1/2 PSI Natural Gas Pipe Capacity ChartCheck inlet gas supply Gas Pressure Gas valve replacementLine voltage connections Field wiringInstallation must comply with Low voltage connections Louver proving switch Outdoor temperature sensorFlow switch ThermostatWiring of the cascade Alarm contactsSystem supply sensor Boiler management systemFieldwiring InstallationCondensate drain Condensate disposalStart-up Freeze protection when usedCheck/control water chemistry Fill and test water systemCheck for gas leaks Inspect/fill condensate system Clean/Inspect Trap AssemblyCheck thermostat circuits Inspect/check condensate lines and fittingsStart the boiler Final checks before starting the boilerIf boiler does not start correctly Check system and boiler2Operating Instructions Models 55 Operating Instructions Model Natural Gas Propane Set space heating operationSet domestic hot water DHW operation Verify DHW modeConfiguration of the cascade General Operating informationProtection features Boiler temperature regulation Cascade Outdoor reset operation, if usedOperation Display Sequence of operationUser Access modesInstaller 1Control Panel Knight wall mount boiler control moduleCall for Heat Information Dial Function Service technician Maintenance Maintenance and annual startupOwner maintenance See the following pages for instructions GeneralMaintenance Check all boiler wiring Check ignition ground wiringCheck control settings Flue vent system and air pipingCleaning boiler heat exchanger Check flame signalPerform start-up and checks Check burner flamePC Interface Diagrams2Wiring Diagram

WH 55-399 specifications

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