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- Page 1 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL GENESIS HEAT-TIMER ® LIGHT COMMERCIAL INTERNET BASE CONTROL FOR STEAM OR HYDRONIC HEATING SYSTEMS 059705–00 REV. B...
- Page 2 WARNING ® The Genesis Heat-Timer is strictly an operating control. It can CANNOT be used as a limit control. All boilers must have all safety and limit controls required by code. It is the responsibility of the installer to verify that all the safety and limits are working properly.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
MODEM SYSTEM TEMPERATURE OFFSET NIGHT (SLEEP) SETBACK CONTROL LAYOUT BOOST AND EARLY SHUTDOWN SYSTEM PUMP RUN-ON SPECIFICATIONS SCHEDULES ® GENESIS HEAT-TIMER CONTROL STEAM HEATING SPACE SENSOR UNDERSTANDING OPERATION CONCEPT SPECIFICATIONS THE “CYCLE” CONCEPT CYCLE LENGTH BASED ON OUTDOOR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS... - Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS DISPLAY MESSAGES—HOT WATER WIRING INITIAL PROGRAMMING OF THE POWER INPUT WIRING GENESIS HEAT-TIMER ® WIRING AUX INPUT TERMINALS SYSTEM STARTUP MENU (TERMINALS 20, 21 AND 22, 23 AND 24, 25) SELECTING: STEAM POWER OUTPUT WIRING SELECTING: HOT WATER WIRING THE DOMESTIC HOT WATER CALL DHW >...
- Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS MAINTENANCE—SYSTEM SETTINGS MENU SETTINGS—BASIC HEAT MENU SENSOR FAULT BASIC HEAT MENU MEASUREMENT UNITS SEASON MANUAL OP (OPERATION) O/D START (WAKE) MAINTENANCE—WIRELESS SENSORS MENU O/D START (SLEEP) ADD WIRELESS SENSORS HEAT ADJUSTMENT—STEAM CHANGE WIRELESS ID TABLE 1A: STEAM CYCLE LENGTH TABLE MAINTENANCE—BOILER SETTINGS MENU HEAT ADJUSTMENT—HOT WATER...
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Page 6: Detailed Operation
(hydronic only) with a current voltage output. If the application is a valve, either a 2-way control valve in a steam heating application or a 3-way mixing valve in a hydronic heating application, the Genesis Heat-Timer ®... -
Page 7: Hydronic Heating
® operating mode for hydronic systems will change the System Set Point based on outdoor temperature (Outdoor Reset) as this is the most efficient 1:1.5 method of heating a building. The Genesis Heat-Timer ® DOES NOT operate as a 1:1.25 Setpoint controller. -
Page 8: Reset Ratio/Outdoor Reset
With a +20° Offset, temperature drops the system water temperature will increase 2 degrees. the Reset curves begin at 120° Water The Genesis Heat-Timer ® has a full range of Reset Ratios to match any buildings Temperature. heat loss characteristics. -
Page 9: Hydronic Heating Features
For radiant heat applications, change the Offset by 1° or 2° for every degree you wish to change the building temperature. The Offset can be set from –40 to 40°F. NIGHT (SLEEP) SETBACK Whenever the Outdoor temperature (OD) falls below the Outdoor start (CUT), the system pump is activated and the Genesis Heat-Timer ®... -
Page 10: Steam Heating
THE “CYCLE” CONCEPT The “cycle” concept was created by Heat-Timer specifically to allow steam heating systems to overcome the inabilities of standard thermostatic controls to cope with the unique challenges of low-pressure steam heating. Unlike water and air systems, steam systems take time to build up a “head of steam”. -
Page 11: Cycle Length
Heat Adjustment setting • Cycle length When the outdoor temperature is above the Outdoor start, the Genesis Heat-Timer ® will not call for heat. When the outdoor temperature is below the Outdoor start, the length of the Cycle-ON segment is adjusted by the Day and Night Heat Adjustment settings. - Page 12 Refer to Table 1 where the Heat Adjustment row ”7” intersects with the 25°F column. The Cycle-ON time is 14 minutes (for a 60 minute cycle). NOTE For different cycle lengths based on the conditions of the above example, refer to the table below: CYCLE LENGTH DIVIDE BY CYCLE-ON HEAT-TIMER CORP. 059705–00 REV. B...
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Page 13: Sequence Of Burner/Valve Operation
Day/Night setting. ® • Once the Cycle-ON part has ended, the Cycle-OFF part of the cycle will begin. The Genesis Heat-Timer will turn off the boiler or close the steam valve for the remainder of this cycle. -
Page 14: Steam Heating Features
2 Day (WAKE AND RETURN) and 2 Night (AWAY AND SLEEP) Schedule Period settings for each day of the week. By setting a Schedule, Day and Night Heat Adjustments, and Outdoor start, you can save energy while providing comfortable heat to the building. The Night (AWAY/SLEEP) settings allow the Genesis Heat-Timer ®... -
Page 15: Space Feedback
System sensor to see if the system temperature has dropped below the System Set point minus the adjustable differential before it begins a new heating cycle. This period is referred to as Thermal Lockout. With Space Sensor feedback, the Genesis Heat-Timer ®... -
Page 16: Inputs
In a steam heating application the heating system sensor is located where it will show that heat has reached the furthest location in ® the building either on the condensate return going back to the boiler or on the furthest radiator. The Genesis Heat-Timer uses the temperature information from the heating system sensor combined with the outdoor temperature sensor to control the heat level in the building. -
Page 17: Outputs
® Using the inputs from the outdoor temperature sensor and the system temperature sensor, the Genesis Heat-Timer controls the heating system by modulating the boiler burner from 0% to 100%. -
Page 18: Control Layout
MSI Network for Future use 0–10V, 1–5V, 2–10V or 4–20mA Internet/RINET components Output Relays—System Pump, Boiler When connecting Outdoor and System Ethernet Connection for Enable, Valve and Modem Sensors, no Polarity is observed Internet/RINET communication HEAT-TIMER CORP. 059705–00 REV. B... -
Page 19: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS GENESIS HEAT-TIMER ® CONTROL Voltage Input 120VAC, 60 Hz Maximum Input Rating 30VA Dimensions (W x H x D) 11” x 9” x 3¾” (279.4mm x 228.6mm x 95.25mm) Weight 2.5Lbs (1.13kg) Output Relays System/Pump I Boiler I Valve I Modem... -
Page 20: Space Sensor
Power Input 2 AA (1.5V) Programming Interface Wireless Transmission/Reception Built-in Antenna Temperature Range 40°F to 150°F Degree Reading Space Temperature Dimensions 4–¾” x 2– ” x 1–¼” 2 LED for Status Display Mounting Wall Mount HEAT-TIMER CORP. 059705–00 REV. B... -
Page 21: Installation Instructions
The following materials/tools are required for installation, but are not supplied: • General tool kit (screwdrivers, wire strippers, power drill, etc.) • 18 AWG cable (Heat-Timer P/N 703001–01 or equivalent #18/2 cable). DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS When installing the system, certain design considerations must be taken into account. These include: ®... -
Page 22: Installation
Mounting Holes • Select a location near the equipment to be controlled. • The surface should be flat and sufficiently wide and strong to hold the Genesis Heat-Timer ® control. • Keep the control away from extreme heat, cold, or humidity. -
Page 23: Mounting The Display Module
MOUNTING THE DISPLAY MODULE ® Turn the Genesis Heat-Timer display module (1) over to reveal the battery (2) on the back of the circuit board. Remove the plastic tab to activate the battery. Ensure the battery is properly seated and has not dislodged when removing the plastic tab. -
Page 24: Heating System Sensor (Hss) Installation
ALERT Common Supply Pipe Pipe Insulation If the HSS can not sense the correct heating system water temperature being supplied to the building, the Genesis Heat-Timer ® will not provide comfortable heat levels. Be sure the HSS is located on a main supply pipe which can not easily be isolated from the system. -
Page 25: Outdoor Sensor Installation
Do not run sensor wires in conduit with line voltage wiring. Conduit ALERT Immersion Sensor Well Locknut Determining the proper location of the outdoor sensor is very important. The Genesis Heat-Timer ® will base the heat System Sensor In Well output on the outdoor temperature information it receives from this location. -
Page 26: Wiring
® control. Do not share the control power with other major equipment, pumps, or motors. Heat-Timer recommends the installation of a surge suppressor and a power switch before the power line connection. Follow all local and state electrical codes when installing this unit. All wiring must meet or exceed local, state, or federal codes and requirements. -
Page 27: Power Output Wiring
WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD! To avoid the risk of electric shock, DO NOT re-connect electrical power until ALL wiring to the Genesis Heat-Timer ® control is completed. Failure to do so may result in severe personal injury or death. -
Page 28: Wiring The System Pump (Output) (Terminals 4, 5)
End Switch. This will prevent the Genesis Heat-Timer ® from activating the boiler before fully opening the damper. For additional assistance on this wiring, contact Heat-Timer's technical support department. • The System Pump (Output) relay remains energized for the System Run-On period before de-energizing. -
Page 29: Wiring The Boiler Output
Run the BOILER enable signal wires through a knockout located on the bottom of the Genesis Heat-Timer ® enclosure. Boiler Connect the boiler or burner enable terminals to terminals 6 and 7 on the Genesis Heat-Timer ® WIRING THE MOTORIZED VALVE OUTPUT—FLOATING (TERMINALS 8, 9, 10) NOTE The Genesis Heat-Timer ®... -
Page 30: Wiring To Modulating Output
The Genesis Heat-Timer ® sources 24VDC excitation voltage for the 4–20mA signal. • Wire the (–) from the modulating burner or actuator to the terminal on the Genesis Heat-Timer ® marked (GND)—terminal 13. • Wire the (+) from the modulating burner or actuator to the boiler terminal on the Genesis 4–20mA... -
Page 31: Msi Component Wiring
Reference the proper MSI component Installation and Operation Manual for additional wiring information of the sensor. Run an 18 AWG multi-conductor, shielded or twisted-pair cable (Heat-Timer P/N 703001–01 or equivalent #18/2 cable) through a knockout on the MSI sensor interface Enclosure to the Genesis Heat-Timer ®... -
Page 32: Powering-On
® ” on page 38. AUTO/BYPASS SWITCH • The BYPASS switch (1) must be in the AUTO position for the Genesis Heat-Timer ® to control the heating system. • The BYPASS position overrides all automatic control of the Genesis Heat-Timer ®... -
Page 33: Display And Programming
Orange LED that when flashing indicates the valve output is being powered CLOSED. A steady Orange LED indicates the valve is fully closed. ALARM Red LED that indicates the Genesis Heat-Timer ® control is in ALARM mode due to a potential sensor failure. -
Page 34: Space Sensor Temperatures
DISPLAY AND PROGRAMMING SPACE SENSOR TEMPERATURES SPACE TEMP APT 1 72 °F ® The Genesis Heat-Timer display shows the individual space sensor APT 2 73 °F temperatures by pressing the left button MORE below the display. APT 3 76 °F APT 4 72 °F... -
Page 35: Setting The Display Contrast
RESET Remove power from the Genesis Heat-Timer ® Release buttons ® Press and hold the two right-most buttons on the Genesis Heat-Timer while Please Wait powering the control on. BACK SAVE Release the buttons when instructed to do so on the display. A message displays stating the operating parameters are reset, and then the Genesis Heat-Timer ®... -
Page 36: Display Messages-Steam
The control is set to Summer. No heat is active. See "Season" on page • Thermal Lockout: 125°F In Cycle Operation Mode the Genesis is in Thermal Lockout until the System Sensor Temperature drops below the System Set Point less the Differential. See "Thermal Lockout" on page •... -
Page 37: Display Messages-Hot Water
DISPLAY AND PROGRAMMING DISPLAY MESSAGES—HOT WATER The Genesis Heat-Timer ® normal display layout includes message indications. The following is a list of the most common Message Display Line information: • BYPASS: 0D 0H 15M The control is switched to Bypass for the amount of time indicated. -
Page 38: Initial Programming Of The
® is first powered-on and initialization is complete, the System Startup menu screens appear. NOTE If the System Startup menu screens does not appear, the Genesis Heat-Timer ® has already been configured. To check the configuration or to make changes, select System Startup from the Advance/Installer menu. To access the Advance/Installer menu press the MENU button for 5 seconds or more and release. -
Page 39: Genesis Heat-Timer
DISPLAY AND PROGRAMMING SYSTEM STARTUP MENU The System Startup menu provides the options used to configure basic settings for the Genesis Heat-Timer ® . This includes: Date/Time settings, sensor fault and the type of heating system (steam or hot water). -
Page 40: Selecting: Hot Water
DHW TEMP SETPOINT 10:00 pm 06:00 am BACK NEXT BACK SAVE BACK NEXT BACK SAVE SET SLEEP TEMP. BACK SAVE 0/D START (WAKE) BACK SAVE 0/D START (SLEEP) BACK SAVE SYSTEM STARTUP (FINISH) to continue BACK FINISH HEAT-TIMER CORP. 059705–00 REV. B... -
Page 41: Selecting: Basic Heat Settings > Schedules
BACK SELECT ---.---.---.--- SN: GENX0000000000 Mask 255.255.255.255 Ctrl : v0.00 Com : v0.00 Gtwy: ---.---.---.--- Modem RSSI : DNS: 255.255.255.255 HW Floating Valve MAC: 00c0:3316:a12a Wireless SysID : ---- Port: 8082 BACK EXIT BACK EXIT 059705–00 REV. B HEAT-TIMER CORP. -
Page 42: Selecting: Settings
SET AWAY TIME 06:00 am BACK NEXT SET AWAY TEMP. BACK SAVE SET RETURN TIME 06:00 am BACK NEXT SET SLEEP TEMP. SET SLEEP TIME SET RETURN TEMP. 06:00 am BACK SAVE BACK NEXT BACK SAVE HEAT-TIMER CORP. 059705–00 REV. B... -
Page 43: Selecting: Advanced Heat Settings
PUMP RUN-ON BACK SAVE SELECTING: ADVANCED HEAT SETTINGS—STEAM ADV HEAT SETTINGS SYSTEM SETPOINT System Setpoint 150 °F Thermal Lockout Auto System Run-on THERMAL LOCKOUT BACK SELECT BACK SAVE Auto SYSTEM RUN-ON Manual BACK SAVE BACK SAVE 059705–00 REV. B HEAT-TIMER CORP. -
Page 44: Selecting: Settings > Maintenance
BACK SAVE CHANGE WIRELESS ID MANUAL OPERATION All Sensors Will Have Auto Open/On to be Re-Paired ! Close/Off ARE YOU SURE? Manual BACK SAVE PAIR NEW SENSORS Press Start and Power-Up Wireless Sensors BACK START HEAT-TIMER CORP. 059705–00 REV. B... -
Page 45: Selecting: Maintenance > System Settings
Soft-Off Delay 45sec Close/Off Manual BACK SELECT BACK SELECT BACK SELECT THIS SECTION APPLIES TO IGNITION START APPLICATIONS WHERE THE HEATING SYSTEM HOT WATER SELECTION IS CURR VOLT BOILER. BACK SAVE SOFT-OFF DELAY BACK SAVE 059705–00 REV. B HEAT-TIMER CORP. -
Page 46: System Startup Menu
SET PRESENT TIME Description: Sets the present date and time on the control. The date and time are used to regulate the Schedule. 12:00 am The Genesis Heat-Timer ® battery is used to maintain the date and time during BACK NEXT power outages. -
Page 47: Startup Menu-Steam
Cycle-ON. Selecting the District Steam option may result in overheating and unnecessary energy expenses as the Thermal Lockout feature will not be available. When selecting the District Steam option for Heating System the Genesis Heat-Timer ® uses a timer to start the Cycle-ON. In the District Steam application a 2-way valve with 100% shut-off is used to control the volume of steam entering the building. -
Page 48: District Steam Delay
• In most district steam applications, the condensed steam is not recycled back. In these applications the heating system sensor cannot be used. • The Genesis Heat-Timer ® uses this time setting to determine the beginning of the steam cycle. -
Page 49: Startup Menu-Hot Water
Description: The Genesis Heat-Timer ® can provide a simple ENABLE output for any burner that is ON-OFF operation. The Genesis Heat-Timer ® can also provide a modulating input for a burner that requires a current voltage input such as 4–20mA, 0–10V, 2–10V and 0–5V. -
Page 50: Minimum Water Temperature
BACK SAVE control the System Pump output terminals 4 and 5. When DISABLE is selected, the Domestic Hot Water function on the Genesis Heat-Timer ® control is OFF. When NORMAL is selected on a DHW call, the Genesis Heat-Timer ®... -
Page 51: Dhw Temp Setpoint
SET SLEEP TEMP. Selections: 51°F–90°F Default: 70°F Description: The Sleep Temp is the desired building space temperature when the building is unoccupied or when people are inactive or asleep. The Genesis BACK SAVE Heat-Timer ® will adjust the system temperature based on the outdoor temperature as required to achieve this target building space temperature. -
Page 52: O/D Start (Wake)
BACK SAVE calculated system temperature. When the outdoor temperature rises to the O/D Start (WAKE) plus a 2°F differential, the Genesis Heat-Timer ® will turn off the boiler or close the valve. The System Pump relay will remain energized for the Run-On delay and then de-energize. -
Page 53: Settings-Basic Heat Menu
Summer setting. BACK SAVE When in Winter, the Genesis Heat-Timer ® will activate the System Pump relay whenever the Outdoor temperature (OD) falls to or below the Outdoor start setting. -
Page 54: Heat Adjustment-Steam
® control will then adjust the Heat Adjustment setting accordingly so that the calculated ON Cycle time is lower. If the average space temperature is below the building target temperature, the Genesis ® Heat-Timer control program will recognize this and automatically adjust the Heat Adjustment setting to increase the calculated ON Cycle time. - Page 55 • When the outside temperature is above the Outdoor Cutoff, the Genesis panel will not call for heat. Below the Cutoffs, the length of Cycle-ON is adjusted by the Heat Adjustment Settings. ”1” gives the shortest duration of heat while “16” gives the longest duration of heat as shown by the chart.
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Page 56: Heat Adjustment-Hot Water
® will The Heat Adjustment setting is only a starting point as the Genesis Heat-Timer automatically adjust the Reset Ratio based on the feedback of the building space sensors. If the average space temperature exceeds the building target temperature, the Genesis Heat-Timer ®... -
Page 57: Schedules/Space Tgt
Day heating mode. This is also known as a Setback period. When people return home, Genesis Heat-Timer ® can begin the Return period, resetting back to Day heating mode. Once people begin to retire for the night, Genesis can begin the Sleep period, using a Night heating mode. VIEW/CHANGE SCHEDULE SELECT DAY... -
Page 58: Schedule Example
Sleep period begins with a Night heating level and a building space temperature target of 62°F. This building space temperature is maintained from 10 PM to 8 AM when the next Day heating level begins. HEAT-TIMER CORP. 059705–00 REV. B... -
Page 59: Auto Dls
Selections: Enable, Disable Default: Enable Enabled Description: This setting is found under the SCHEDULES/SPACE TGT menu selection. This setting allows the Genesis Heat-Timer ® control to automatically adjust the Time BACK SAVE settings of the Schedule to the Day Light Savings Schedule. -
Page 60: Settings-Advanced Heat Menu
SETTINGS—HOT WATER SLEEP SETBACK SLEEP SETBACK Selections: (–)80°F–0°F Default: 0°F Description: The Sleep Setback can be used to provide the Genesis Heat-Timer ® with a lower calculated system temperature during the Night heating mode when less load is BACK SAVE required. -
Page 61: Maximum Water Temperature
Outdoor start setting. When the outdoor temperature increases 2°F above BACK SAVE the Outdoor start after Genesis Heat-Timer ® has either shutdown the boiler or closed the valve, the System Pump relay will stay on for a period of time set by the Pump Run-On. -
Page 62: Advanced Heat Settings-Steam
Point, the Cycle-ON will start after six hours of Heat Establish. ALERT ® The System Set Point must be set correctly, as described above. Otherwise, the Genesis Heat-Timer may consistently under or overheat the building, especially in mild weather when fuel savings should be the greatest. -
Page 63: Thermal Lockout
125°F. At this temperature most of the residual heat in the radiators has dissipated, but enough heat remains to keep the ambient temperatures warm during the time it takes the Genesis Heat-Timer ® to establish heat. -
Page 64: Settings-Communications Menu
AUTO and Custom settings if the Port Forward port in unknown or not applicable. AUTO setting is used when the control is connected directly to the Internet using a cable modem without a firewall. The Genesis Heat-Timer ® will acquire its Internet information directly from the cable modem. -
Page 65: Settings-Maintenance Menu
SYSTEM SENSOR TRIM Selections: (–)5°F–5°F Default: 0 Description: The Heat-Timer thermistor type sensors are very accurate and normally require no calibration. However, sometimes it may be desirable to make BACK SAVE small adjustments to the display valve for either Outdoor temperature of System temperature. -
Page 66: Maintenance-System Settings Menu
Open/On Close/Off Description: This function allows the installer to manually place the boiler or valve in Manual a position for maintenance or system testing using the Genesis Heat-Timer ® control. BACK SAVE This function is for maintenance or testing only, therefore it should always be placed in AUTO for daily operation. -
Page 67: Maintenance-Wireless Sensors Menu
If the Device ID does not show up on the screen press the button once ® and check the Genesis Heat-Timer displayed and confirm it showed. Once a sensor is properly programmed and detected by the Genesis Heat-Timer ® control, the Green and Red LED’s will blink only when data is transmitted. -
Page 68: Maintenance-Boiler Settings Menu
If during the Soft-Off Delay period, the control needs the boiler to fire, the boiler is released from the Soft-Delay and will resume normal operation. The Genesis Heat-Timer ® control will display a blinking Ignition % to indicate that the boiler is in Soft-Off Delay. -
Page 69: Settings-Info Menu
Wireless System ID. Wireless SysID : ---- BACK EXIT CONFIGURED SENSORS CONFIGURED SENSORS Description: The Configured Sensors menu provides access to display the current ® configuration of Space Sensors linked to the Genesis Heat-Timer control. BACK EXIT 059705–00 REV. B HEAT-TIMER CORP. -
Page 70: Configuring The Wireless Space Sensor
Reference ADD WIRELESS SENSOR section on page NOTE If the LEDs are not blinking, verify the batteries are good and are installed correctly. If the batteries are good and the LEDs are not blinking, ensure the space sensors are configured with the Genesis Heat-Timer ® control. -
Page 71: Troubleshooting
5941 the sensor is not outputting correctly, take another reading at the sensor itself. If 4649 this is correct, the problem is in the wiring between the sensor and the Genesis ® Heat-Timer . Otherwise, the sensor has been damaged, and should be replaced. -
Page 72: Piping Diagrams
CONTROL OPERATING A BOILER IN A ONE-PIPE STEAM SYSTEM ALERT Since each installation is unique, Heat-Timer Corp. is not responsible for any installation related to any electrical or piping diagram generated. The provided illustrations are to demonstrate the control operating concept only. -
Page 73: Notes
NOTES 059705–00 REV. B HEAT-TIMER CORP. - Page 74 NOTES HEAT-TIMER CORP. 059705–00 REV. B...
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Page 75: Warranty
Heat-Timer Corporation will invalidate the warranty. Batteries are not included in this warranty. This warranty applies only to the original user and is not assignable or transferable. Heat-Timer Corporation shall not be responsible for any maladjustments of any control installed by Heat-Timer Corporation. It is the user’s responsibility to adjust the settings of the control to provide the proper amount of heat or cooling required in the premises and for proper operation of the heating or cooling system. - Page 76 20 NEW DUTCH LANE, FAIRFIELD, NJ 07004 PHONE: 973-575-4004 FAX: 973-575-4052 HEAT-TIMER.COM...
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