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Bryant BFIT 1000 Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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INSTALLATION, OPERATION
AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Condensing Hydronic Boiler
Models: BFIT 1000, 1250, 1500 & 2000
Boiler Mode:
Serial Number:
Installation Date:
Heating Contractor:
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, ser-
vice or maintenance can cause property damage injury, or loss
of life. For assistance or additional information, consult a qual-
ified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. This boiler re-
quires a special venting system. Read these instructions careful-
ly before installing.
PN: 108588-02
REV.: 0
Thermal Solutions Products, LLC,
Phone: 717-239-7642
1175 Manheim Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601
Fax: 877-501-5212
Save this manual for future reference.
www.thermalsolutions.com
Email: sales@thermalsolutions.com

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL Condensing Hydronic Boiler Models: BFIT 1000, 1250, 1500 & 2000 Boiler Mode: Serial Number: Installation Date: Heating Contractor: WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, ser- vice or maintenance can cause property damage injury, or loss of life. For assistance or additional information, consult a qual- ified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Hazard Definitions A. Local Codes Read Before Proceeding B. Warranty C. Shipment Damage D. Boiler Operation E. Gas Leakage (If you detect or smell gas...) F. Maintenance G. Freeze Protection Fluids H. Product Identification Label I. Factory Test and Inspections J.
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 46-50 A. General Electrical B. Power Requirements C. Boiler Wiring D. Line Voltage Connection E. Low Voltage Connection 51-55 A. Check Heating System 51-54 System Startup B. Start Boiler C. Test Safety Limits Controls 54-55 56-60 A. Inspect Boiler Area XIII Service and Maintenance B.

  • Page 4: Hazard Definitions

    I. Hazard Definitions The following terms are used throughout this manual to bring attention to the presence of hazards of vari- ous risk levels, or to important information concerning product life. It is critical all personnel read and adhere to all information contained in DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTIONS. All DANGERS, WARNINGS, and CAUTIONS are for reference and guidance purpose, and, therefore, do not sub- stitute for strict adherence to applicable jurisdictional and professional codes and regulations.
  • Page 5 II. Read Before Proceeding 1. This unit shall be installed in accordance with 1. This appliance MUST NOT be installed in any A. Local Codes E. Boiler Operation those installation regulations enforced in the location where gasoline or flammable vapors area where the installation is to be made.
  • Page 6 II. Read Before Processing (continued) 1. Prior to shipment, final air-fuel adjustments Factory Test and Inspections are performed by factory trained service personnel on each unit. The factory emissions report is posted on the back of the front jacket panel for troubleshooting and maintenance reference.
  • Page 7 Table 1: Ratings BFIT Series AHRI Rating Input (MBH) Gross Net Ratings Combustion Boiler Thermal Output Water Model Efficiency (%) BFIT 1000 Efficiency (%) 1000 Min. Max. (MBH) (MBH) BFIT 1250 1213 1055 1250 BFIT 1500 1500...
  • Page 8 III. Product Rating, Specifications and Dimensional Data (continued) Table 3: Dimensional Data Boiler Models Dimensional (In.) 45.5 45.5 66-1/8 66-1/8 BFIT 1000 BFIT 1250 BFIT 1500 BFIT 2000 74-5/8 74-5/8 60-1/4 60-1/4 79-3/8 79-3/8 34-1/4 34-1/4 34-1/4 34-1/4 13-3/8 13-3/8...
  • Page 10 IV. BFIT - Component Identification The BFIT boiler series is equipped with Concert Boiler Control display which provides easy access for 1. Communication Interface (Concert Boiler Control viewing and adjusting boiler operational parameters, monitoring historical performance characteristics and annunciating boiler alarm/lockout conditions. It receives and Processes input signals from safety switches and sensors to modulate main burner 2.
  • Page 11 IV. BFIT - Component Identification (continued) Provides a means of connection for incoming gas line to the boiler’s gas train assembly. See Table 21 for 15. Supply gas line model specific pipe sizes. Conveys return water from the system to the boiler. Refer to Table 3 for model specific pipe size. 16.
  • Page 12 IV. BFIT - Component Identification (continued) Figure 2: Component Identification...
  • Page 13 IV. BFIT - Component Identification (continued) Figure 3: Component Identification...

  • Page 14: B. Check Equipment

    Unpacking Boiler 1. Move boiler to approximate installation A. Unpacking and Inspection location. Failure to assure the truck forks are long WARNING 2. Remove all crate fasteners. enough to extend at least half way through the 3. Lift and remove outside container. boiler’s base will result in the boiler tipping 4.
  • Page 15 VI. Pre-Installation and Boiler Mounting A. Installation must conform to the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction or, in the WARNING absence of such requirements, to the National Apply supplied dielectric grease to gasket inside vent connector. Failure to apply the grease Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, and/or could result in flue gas leaks during vent pipe CSA B149.1.
  • Page 16 VI. Pre-Installation and Boiler Mounting (continued) G. General. 1. BFIT boilers are intended for installation in an Table 4: Corrosive Combustion Air area with a floor drain, or in a suitable drain Contaminants pan to prevent any leaks or safety relief valve Spray cans containing chlorofluorocarbons discharge resulting in property damage.
  • Page 17 H. Combustible material and service clearances Table 5: Clearances Combustible Materials Recommended Service Clearance Boiler Front Rear Right Left Vent Front Rear Right Left Vent BFIT 1000 Open Model (In.) (In.) (In.) (In.) (In.) (In.) (In.) (In.) (In.) (In.) (In.) (In.)
  • Page 18 VII. Venting WARNING A. General Guidelines a. Install vent system in accordance with 1. Listed Vent and Combustion Air Systems Failure to vent this boiler in accordance with National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA these instructions could cause products of 54 or Natural Gas and Propane Installation combustion to enter the building resulting in Code, CAN/CSA B149.1 Installation Code for...
  • Page 19 (ft.) (ft.) (ft.) (ft.) (ft.) (ft.) Boiler BFIT 1000 Model BFIT 1250 BFIT 1500 BFIT 2000 Up to 200 feet maximum when drawing combustion air from inside. Applies to all listed vent/combustion air system options. NOTE: Contact factory for assistance for changing RPM for Max. vent applications.
  • Page 21 VII. Venting (continued) a. Use only listed vent/combustion air d. Enclose vent passing through occupied terminals. or unoccupied spaces above boiler with material having a fire resistance rating at Horizontal Sidewall Venting: Use least equal to the rating of adjoining floor coupling for vent and 90°...
  • Page 22 VII. Venting (contined)... Figure 7: Sidewall Terminations Figure 8: Vertical Terminations with Sloped Roof i. Maintain minimum clearance of at least k. Top of terminal must be at least 24 in. (600 4 ft. (1.2 m) [3 ft. (900 mm)in Canada] mm) below ventilated eves, soffits, and other horizontally between vent terminal and overhangs.
  • Page 23 VII. Venting (continued) Maintain minimum 12 in. (300 mm) b. Design the air intake system to allow 3/8” horizontal spacing between vent terminal (9.5mm) of thermal expansion per 10 ft. and a building corner. (3m) of CPVC/PVC pipe. Runs of 20 ft. (6.1m) or longer that are restrained at both m.
  • Page 24 VII. Venting (continued) a. Standard Two-Pipe Termination 3. Vertical Roof Termination Vent Piping • Install fire stops where vent passes through floors, ceilings or framed walls. The fire stop must close the opening between the vent pipe and the structure. •...
  • Page 25 VII. Venting (continued) NOTICE a. Standard Two-Pipe Termination 4. Horizontal Sidewall Vent Termination Vent Termination The joint between the terminal and the last • Make end of terminal will fit into piece of pipe must be outside of the building. female end of any of the listed Use 90°...

  • Page 26: C. Polypropylene Venting

    VII. Venting (continued) C. Polypropylene Venting 1. Running Flexible Polypropylene Vent Assphysiation Hazard. Vent systems made by WARNING a. It is the responsiblity of the installing (Liner) Through Unused Chimney Chase listed PP vent system manufacturers rely on contractor to procure prolypropylene vent gaskets for proper sealing.
  • Page 27 VII. Venting (continued) WARNING DO NOT mix vent systems of different types or manufacturers. Failure to comply could result in severe personal injury, death, or substantial property damage. Do not insulate polypropylene vent pipes. Excessive heat could cause premature vent pipe failure.

  • Page 28: D. Optional Room Air For Combustion

    VII. Venting (continued) The opening shall communicate through a vertical or horizontal duct to the outdoors D. Optional Room Air for Combustion or spaces that freely communicate with the a. Room air is optional for commercial outdoors and shall have a minimum free 1.
  • Page 29 VII. Venting (continued) 1. Seal any unused openings in the common 2. Inspecter de façon visuelle le système venting system. d’évcuation pour déterminer la grosseur et l’inclinaison horizontale qui conviennent 2. Visually inspect the venting system for proper et s’assurer que le système est exempt size and horizontal pitch and determine there is d’obstruction, d’étranglement, de fuite, de no blockage or restriction, leakage, corrosion, or...
  • Page 30 VII. Venting (continued) WARNING G. Multiple Boiler Installation a. Multiple boiler vent terminations are shown 1. Vent Piping Terminations Asphyxiation Hazard. No common manifold in Figure 11. venting (vent piping and vent terminals) is b. Each individual boiler must have its own vent permitted.
  • Page 31 VII. Venting (continued) Figure 11: Multiple Boiler Direct Termination H. Common Venting Requirements a. Category II venting is an engineered system WARNING 1. Category II Venting and shall be designed by a qualified vent manufacturer using accepted engineering Thermal Solutions takes no responsibility for practices and “Approved”...
  • Page 32 VII. Venting (continued) A. For all sidewall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure Special Installation Requirements for Massachusetts used in whole or in part for residential purposes and where the sidewall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7) feet above grade, the following requirements shall be satisfied: 1.
  • Page 33 Use continuous Teflon, high temperature Table 11: Maximum Condensate Flow silicone tubing, or other tubing material Maximum Condensate compatible with flue gas condensate for Boiler Model BFIT 1000 Flow (GPH) condensate piping. BFIT 1250 c. Do not route or terminate the condensate BFIT 1500...

  • Page 34: C. Common Condensate Pump/Sump

    Condensate Condensate Boiler Some jurisdictions may require that condensate Neutralizer Neutralizer, Model BFIT 1000 107860-01 107886-01 be neutralized prior to disposal. Kit, PN Refill Kits BFIT 1250 107860-02 107886-02 The condensate drain trap should be flushed...

  • Page 35: C. Factory Supplied Water Manifold

    IX. Hydronic Piping NOTICE BFIT boilers are designed to operate in a closed A. Piping System To Be Empleyed loop pressurized system. Minimum pressure in Failure to properly pipe boiler may result in the boiler must be 14.5 psi (100 kpa). For proper improper operation and damage to the boiler operation of the unit, the water flow rate through or structure.
  • Page 36 (ft) (ft) (ft) (ft) (ft) Model BFIT 1000 BFIT 1250 BFIT 1500 10.5 BFIT 2000 13.4 Notes: Required Flow = Output*1000/(500*ΔT), where flow rate is in GPM, output is in MBH, and ΔT is in °F. Outputs for specific boiler models are provided in Table 1.

  • Page 37: E. Standard Installation Requirements

    IX. Hydronic Piping (continued) WARNING 1. Safety Relief Valve (Required) -The safety E. Standard Installation Requirements relief valve is shipped loose with the boiler Burn Hazard. Safety relief valve discharge shall and must be installed in the location shown be piped in such a way to prevent or eliminate in Figure 13.

  • Page 38: F. Water Quality And Treatments

    IX. Hydronic Piping (continued) Install the strainer drownstream of the full port NOTICE isolation valve at the inlet side of the circulator for ease of service. The BFIT boiler heat exchanger is made from 8. Flow Control Valve (Strongly Recommonded)- stainless steel tubular double coil having The flow control valve prevents flow through relatively narrow waterways.

  • Page 39: G. Oxygen Contamination

    IX. Hydronic Piping (continued) 3. Excessive water hardness causes a lime build- WARNING up inside heat exchanger tubes. To minimize corrosion effects, adhere to water hardness When using Glycol products, all Glycol level given in Table 15. Refer to Table 16 manufacturers’...
  • Page 40 IX. Hydronic Piping (continued) Table 15: Water Hardness Level Boiler Hardness level, Hardness level, BFIT 1000 99 gpm 132 gpm Model 4-12 GPG 12-15 GPG BFIT 1250 99 gpm 132 gpm BFIT 1500 110 gpm 183 gpm BFIT 2000 138 gpm...

  • Page 41: H. Recommended Piping Configurations

    IX. Hydronic Piping (continued) H. Recommended Piping Configurations Figure 15: Single Boiler-Recommended-Primary/Secondary Piping Figure 16: Primary-Secondary Piping with Domestic Hot Water...
  • Page 42 IX. Hydronic Piping (continued) Figure 17: Mulitple Boiler Primary/Secondary Piping Figure 18: Multiple Boiler Piping with common Header...
  • Page 43 X. Gas Piping For testing at 1/2 psig (3.4 kPa) or less, isolate All installation must conform to the National boiler from gas supply piping by closing A. Guidelines and Requirements Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54, and/or local boilers’s indivudual manual shutoff valve. codes.
  • Page 44 X. Gas Piping (continued) Table 18: Maximum Capacity of Schedule 40 Black Pipe in CFH* (Natural Gas) For Gas Pressures of 1/2 psi (3.4 kPa) or Less Inlet Pressure 14.0 in wc (3.4 kPa)or less; 0.3 in wc (0.07 kPa) Pressure Drop Nominal Inside Length of Pipe, Ft.
  • Page 45 Max. Gas Inlet Pres. Pres. Boiler Pres. Pres. Size Model Switch Switch (In.) (In. W.C.) (In. W.C.) BFIT 1000 (In. W.C.) (In. W.C.) BFIT 1250 BFIT 1500 1.25 BFIT 2000 1.25 Factory default high and low gas pressure switch set point.

  • Page 46: Electrical

    Table 22: Boiler Current Draw Draw is shipped with a wiring diagram attached to the front door. Refer to this diagram and the Line Voltage Boiler BFIT 1000 <9 <4.5 wiring diagram of any controls used with the Model 120/1/60 208-240/1/60 boiler.

  • Page 47: Low Voltage Connection

    XI. Electrical (continued) 2. 24VAC low voltage connections are located on WARNING the left side of PCB-02. Three fuses and one spare are provided. Appliance must be electrically grounded as required by National Electrical Code ANSI/ 3. 24VDC low voltage connections are located on NFPA 70-latest edition.
  • Page 48 Boiler must be grounded in accordance Connect to V/C/P Primary with ANSI National Electric Code. Power Supply Fuse To Grounding Conductor Ground Screw Terminal Combustion Blower Power Transformer .25 KVA Control used for 208 V Primary Circuit and 240 V Fuse Transformer only.
  • Page 49 PCB-01 (3A Slow Blow) PCB-05 Central Heat P4b-1 P18a-4 P5-11 Enable/ To Previous Page Concert Boiler Disable Control (A1167) Input J8-3 P5-8 P18a-3 P4b-2 (STAT) J8-6 P5-2 P4b-4 P18a-2 Setpoint or Modulation J8-7 P5-1 P4b-3 P18a-1 4-20mAdc Input (Supplied by others) 0-10V to C –...
  • Page 50 Concert Boiler Control (A1167) PCB-02 F2 (6.3A Slow J4-6 Blow) P31-4 Power Supply (120 or 24 VAC) P31-5 System Pump J4-7 (Supplied by others) Spare F3 (6.3A Slow J4-4 Blow) P31-2 Power Supply (120 or 24 VAC) P31-6 Boiler Pump J4-5 (Supplied by others)

  • Page 51: System Startup

    XII. System Start-up DANGER 1. Verify that the venting, water piping, gas piping A. Check Heating System. and electrical system are installed propertly. Do not use matches, candles, open flames or Refer to installation instructions contained in other ignition source to check for leaks. this manual.
  • Page 52 XII. System Start-up(continued) Figure 24: Operating Instructions...
  • Page 53 Levels a manual rest of the Convert Boiler Control Boiler CO air free is required to restart the boiler. If ignition is BFIT 1000 8.5-9.0 5.0-6.0 Model (PPM) not achieved in three consecutive attempts , BFIT 1250 8.5-9.0 5.0-6.0 Less than...

  • Page 54: Test Safety Limits Controls

    XII. System Start-up(continued) WARNING 1. Test the ignition system safety shut-off by B. Test Safety Limits Controls disconnecting the flame sensor connector Make sure that all adjustments at high fire are (black plug with orange wire) from the flame made with the throttle, not offset screw (see ionization electrode.
  • Page 55 XII. System Start-up(continued) Table 25: Safety Device Tests Safety Device Test After Lockout Actual Alarm Component High Gas Close factory supplied manual gas Test Method(s) Manually reset the Concert Boiler Hard Lockout. Annunciation Message Pressure valve outside of boiler jacket. Cycle Control and switch.

  • Page 56: Service And Maintenance

    XIII. Service and Maintenance IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INFORMAITON REFRACTORY CERAMIC FIBER PRODUCT The Repair Parts list designates parts that contain refractory ceramic fibers (RCF). RCF has been WARNING: classified as a possible human carcinogen. When exposed to temperature above 1805 °F, such as during direct flame contact, RCF changes into crystaline silica, a know carcinogen.

  • Page 57: Inspect Boiler Area

    Table 26: Water Flow Requirements flammable vapors and liquids (see Table 4). 2. Keep the area around the combustion air Boiler Max. Flow Min. Flow Water 10.96 BFIT 1000 inlet terminal free from contaminants. Model (GPM) (GPM) Vol. (Gal.) 10.96 BFIT 1250 3.
  • Page 58 XIII. Service and Maintenance (continued) 2. Ignitor electrode and UV Scanner DANGER i. Disconnect power to the unit and remove ignition electrode from the burner door. The boiler uses flammable gas, high voltage ii. Visually inspect ignitor assembly (ceramic electricity, moving parts and very hot water insulators, bracket and graphite gasket) under high pressure.
  • Page 59 XII. Service and Maintenance (continued) iv. The unit is equipped with a sliding mechanism WARNING shown in Figure 29. Position (1) shows the burner assembly sliding out of the Failure to properly secure the burner/blower/ combustion chamber, (2) rotate away from the gas valve assembly to the heat exchanger could combustion chamber and (3) sliding back to lead to property damage, personal injury or...

  • Page 60: Restarting After Prolong Shutdown

    XII. Service and Maintenance (continued) After prolonged shutdown, it is recommended E. Restarting after Prolong Shutdown that the "System Startup and Service and Maintenance" of this manual be performed.

  • Page 61: Troubleshooting

    XIV. Troubleshooting Refer to the troubleshooting section in the Concert Boiler Control manual on how to navigate the Limit String Status screen which shows an active safety limit status and for an in-depth guide to all the possible lockouts as well as recommended corrective actions for restore boiler operation.

  • Page 62: Repair Parts

    XV. Repair Parts All BFIT Repair Parts may be obtained through your local authorized Thermal Solutions representatives or outlets. Should you require assistance in locating a Thermal Solutions representative or outlet in your area, or have questions regarding the availability of Thermal Solutions Products or repair parts, please contact Thermal Solutions Customer Service at (717) 239-7642 or Fax (877) 501-5212...

  • Page 63: Appendix A-Tables

    APPENDIX A -TABLES Table Page Description Number Number Table 1 Ratings Section III - Product Ratings, Specifications & Dimensional Data Table 2 Specifications Table 3 Dimensional Data Table 4 Corrosive Combustion Air Contaminants Section VI - Pre-Installation and Boiler Mounting Table 5 Combustible and Recommended Table 6...

  • Page 64: Appendix B-Figures

    APPENDIX B -FIGURES Figure Page Description Number Number Figure 1 BFIT- Models 1000-2000 Section III - Product Ratings, Specifications & Dimensional Data Figure 2 Component Identification Section VI - Component Identification Figure 3 Component Identification Figure 4 Lift Lugs Section V - Unpacking Figure 5 Recommended Service and Combustible Material Clearance Section VI - Pre-Installation and Boiler Mounting...

  • Page 65: Appendix C-Default Light Off And Modulation Rpms

    APPENDIX C -DEFAULT LIGHT OFF AND MODULATION RPMs Boiler Model Parameter Max Power MBTU 1000 1250 1500 2000 BFIT 1000 BFIT 1250 BFIT 1500 BFIT 2000 CH/DHW Max. Modulation Rate (RPM) 6200 7600 4600 4800 Minimum Modulation Rate (RPM) 1725...

  • Page 66: Appendix D-Inlet, Outlet Water And Flue Outlet Temperature Sensor Resistance-Voltage Chart

    APPENDIX D -INLET/OUTLET WATER AND FLUE OUTLET TEMPERATURE SENSOR RESISTANCE-VOLTAGE CHART...

  • Page 67: Appendix E -Vent And Combustion Air Pressure Drop Data

    BFIT 2000 Pressure Drop in Equivalent Feet (Flue Vent) 5.55 27.59 2950 1.22 12.5 6.00 1660 0.377 3.77 1.87 1062 BFIT 1000 Pressure Drop in Equivalent Feet (Combustion Air Duct) Flue Vent Straight Length Elbow Elbow Velocity Diameter (eq. ft/ft) (eq. ft/Bend) (eq. ft/Bend) (fpm) (in.) 0.73...

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