Honeywell VR8304 Manual
Honeywell VR8304 Manual

Honeywell VR8304 Manual

Intermittent pilot dual automatic valve combination gas controls
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THE VR8304 INTERMITTENT PILOT DUAL AUTOMATIC
VALVE COMBINATION GAS CONTROLS ARE USED IN
GAS-FIRED, INTERMITTENT PILOT APPLIANCES. THE
CONTROLS INCLUDE A MANUAL VALVE, lWO AUTO­
MATIC OPERATORS AND A PRESSURE REGULATOR.
D Usl;fd with S86F ,H; S860D, S8600F,H and S90A,B Control
Modules.
For use with 24 Vac heating appliances that burn natural or
manufactured gas, or liquefied petroleum (LP) gas.
Capacity rated up to 300 feet3/hour at 1 inch wc pressure
drop [8.5 meters
/hour at 0.25 kPal. Maximum capacity rated
3
up to 415 feet 3 thour [11 .8 meters 3 /hour). Minimum capacity
rated at 30 feet 3 /hour [0.8 meters 3 /hour).
Solenoid-operated first automatic valve opens on thermo­
stat call for heat and closes when call for heat ends.
Diaphragm-operated second automatic valve opens under
control of the regulator and closes if gas or power supply is
interrupted.
Two-position gas control knob has ON and OFF positions.
All adjustments and wiring connections are accessible
from top of the control.
Compact size.
Straight-through body pattern; right angle adapters avail­
able for inlet and outlet.
Available in 1/2 and 3/4 inch inlet and outlet. 1/2 and 3/4
inch straight and angle flanges available.
Adjustable servo regulator effectively maintains almost
constant gas output pressure under wide fluctuations in gas
supply pressure.
Inlet screen included.
Pilot filter included.
Wiring terminal block color-coded orange to indicate in­
termittent pilot control.
May be installed at any angle between O and 90 degrees
from the upright position, including vertically.
1 /4 inch male quick-connect terminals for electrical con­
nections.
-40
°
F to + 175
°
F [-40
°
C to +79
°
standard (VR8304H: 0
F to+ 175
Inlet and outlet pressure taps provided; both taps acces­
sible from top of control.
Standard, slow, and step-opening models available.
Natural/LP gas conversion kits available for standard and
slow-opening models.
D.T.
Rev. 5-91
°
CJ temperature range
°
°
°
F [-18
C to +79
CJ).
Form Number 68-0108-1
© Honeywell Inc. 1991

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  • Page 1 Honeywell THE VR8304 INTERMITTENT PILOT DUAL AUTOMATIC VALVE COMBINATION GAS CONTROLS ARE USED IN GAS-FIRED, INTERMITTENT PILOT APPLIANCES. THE CONTROLS INCLUDE A MANUAL VALVE, lWO AUTO­ MATIC OPERATORS AND A PRESSURE REGULATOR. D Usl;fd with S86F ,H; S860D, S8600F,H and S90A,B Control Modules.
  • Page 2 IF YOU HAVE ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS, NEED FURTHER INFORMATION, OR WOULD LIKE TO COMMENT ON OUR PRODUCTS OR SERVICES, PLEASE WRITE OR PHONE: 1. YOUR LOCAL HONEYWELL RESIDENTIAL AND BUILDING CONTROLS DIVISION SALES OFFICE (CHECK WHITE PAGES OF YOUR PHONE DIRECTORY).
  • Page 3 3/4 inch, and 3/4 x 3/4 inch with inlet flange. STEP-OPENING MODELS ONLY. !3,025 ADAPTERS: Adapters available for 1/2 and 3/4 inch FIG. 1-VR8304 DIMENSIONS IN INCHES AND [MILLI­ straight and angle connections. Refer to Table 3. METERS]. 68-0108-1...
  • Page 4 LP gas or a gas control set for LP gas on natural gas. To convert a gas control from natural gas to LP gas or FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD from LP gas to natural gas, contact your Honeywell rep­ CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, SEVERE resentative. INJURY, OR DEATH...
  • Page 5 water. • Ensure the ambient temperature does not exceed the ambient temperature ratings for each compo­ nent. • Cover gas control if appliance is cleaned with water, steam, or chemicals or to avoid dust and grease accumulation. • Avoid locating gas control where exposure to cor­ rosive chemical fumes or dripping water are likely.
  • Page 6 TIGHTEN NUT ONE TURN BEYOND FINGER TIGHT PRESSURE REGULATOR ADJUSTMENT TO PILOT BURNER tt- -- -- --,, (UNDER CAP SCREW) OUTLET FITTING BREAKS PRESSURE TAP AND CLINCHES TUBING AS NUT IS TIGHTENED &911B INLET. FIG. 7-ALWAYS USE NEW COMPRESSION FlmNG. 4.
  • Page 7 AL. TERNATE LIMIT CONTROLLER LOCATION. MAXIMUM CABLE LENGTH 3 FEET [0.9 METER). CONTROLS IN 24 V CIRCUIT MUST NOT BE IN GROUND LEG TO TRANSFORMER. 11,472F FIG. 8-VR8304 WIRING CONNECTIONS IN INTERMITTENT IGNITION SYSTEM WITH S86. S8610F,H &_ VENT DAMPER...
  • Page 8 2. Turn the inner adjustment screw clockwise ,'\ to decrease or counterclockwise to increase the pilot flame. 3. Always replace the cover screw after adjustment and FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD tighten firmly to ensure proper operation. CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, SEVERE INJURY, OR DEATH 1.
  • Page 9 control outlet pressure tap. Refer to Fig. 5. 3. If necessary, adjust the pressure regulator to match the appliance rating. Refer to Table5 or6for the 3. If necessary, adjust the pressure regulator to factory set nominal outlet pressures and adjustment match the appliance rating.
  • Page 10 CHECK SAFETY SHUTDOWN PERFORMANCE : ; : ; : ; : ; : ; : ; : : : ; : ; : ; '. ' * ; i � , '. '. : t ; t : · � ; ! ; yJ i 11 1 1= . 1.
  • Page 11 phragm, controlled by the servo pressure regulator, opens The VR8300 gas controls provide ON-OFF manual and adjusts gas flow as long as the system is powered and control of gas flow. In the OFF position, pilot and main the pilot is burning. The servo pressure regulator monitors burner gas flow is prevented.
  • Page 12 VALVE POSITION DURING THERMOSTAT OFF CYCLE Standard-Opening Pressure Regulation The valve is positioned as shown in Fig. 11 when the: {VR8304M) • manual gas control knob is in the ON position. During the ON cycle, the servo pressure regulator • thermostat is not calling for heat. provides close control of outlet pressure, even if inlet pressure and flow rate vary widely.
  • Page 13 ���TROL .."""'"""''- INLET NOTE, SECOND AUTOMATIC VALVE OPERATOR AND SERVO PRESSURE REGULATOR SHOWN OUTSIDE GAS CONTROL FOR EASE IN TRACING GAS FLOW. SLOW-OPENING GAS CONTROL HAS A GAS FLOW RESTRICTOR IN THIS PASSAGE. 12,3978 FIG. 13-POSITION OF GAS CONTROL COMPONENTS DURING BURNER ON CYCLE. operator opens.
  • Page 14 IF MAIN BURNER WILL NOT COME ON WITH CALL IMPORTANT FOR HEAT Follow the operating instructions provided by the 1. Ensure the gas control knob is in the ON position. manufacturer of your heating appliance. The infor­ 2. Adjust the thermostat several degrees above room mation below will be of assistance in a typical gas temperature.

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