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Installation, Operating and Service Instructions for
Ranger
Models:
• RGR-3-067
• RGR-4-100
• RGR-5-134
• RGR-6-167
• RGR-7-201
Manual Contents
Read Before Proceeding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
3. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
4. Locating Boiler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
5. Preparing Boiler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
6. Venting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
7.
Water Piping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
8. Gas Piping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
9. Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
10. System Start-up and Checkout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
11. Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
12. Before Leaving Jobsite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
13. Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
14. How it Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
15. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
16. Service Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Appendix C Low Water Return Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Appendix D High Altitude Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Read these instructions carefully before installing. This boiler must only be installed, serviced, or repaired
by a qualified installer, service agency or gas supplier. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service,
or maintenance can cause severe personal injury, death, or substantial property damage. For assistance or
additional information, consult a qualified installer, service agency or gas supplier.
111954-03 - 8/24
Attention Installer - Affix these instructions
adjacent to boiler. Provide model number and
serial number when seeking information and
support.
Attention Building Owner - Retain these
instructions for future reference. Contact a
qualified installer, service agency or gas
Page
supplier for all issues and support.
!
WARNING
• Water Boiler
• Cast Iron
• Chimney Vent
• Gas Fired
!
WARNING
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Installation, Operating and Service Instructions for Ranger • Water Boiler • Cast Iron • Chimney Vent • Gas Fired Models: • RGR-3-067 • RGR-4-100 WARNING • RGR-5-134 Attention Installer - Affix these instructions • RGR-6-167 adjacent to boiler. Provide model number and •...
  • Page 2 Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual The City of New York requires a Licensed Master Plumber supervise the installation of this product. The Massachusetts Board of Plumbers and Gas Fitters has listed the RANGER Series Boiler. See the Massachusetts Board of Plumbers and Gas Fitters website, https://licensing.reg.state.ma.us/pubLic/pl_products/pb_pre_form.asp for the latest Approval Code or ask your local Sales Representative.

  • Page 3: Qualified Installer, Service Agency Or Gas Supplier

    Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger Qualified Installer, Service Agency or Gas Supplier Read Before Proceeding NOTICE: DANGER 1. Size boiler properly. A grossly oversized boiler Asphyxiation Hazard, Burn Hazard, Electrical will cycle excessively leading to premature Shock Hazard. failure of boiler and its components. Warranty •...

  • Page 4: User/Homeowner Read Before Proceeding

    Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual User/Homeowner Read Before Proceeding WARNING CAUTION Burn Hazard. Asphyxiation Hazard. Fire Hazard. Keep children and pets away from hot surfaces • A qualified installer, service agency or gas supplier should annually inspect boiler. of the boiler including boiler piping, vent piping, and vent terminals.

  • Page 5: Specifications

    Table 3-1: Ratings DOE Heating Model Input AFUE % Capacity Net AHRI (MBH) Number (MBH) (MBH) RGR-3-067 84.0 RGR-4-100 84.0 RGR-5-134 84.0 RGR-6-167 84.0 RGR-7-201 84.0 Input ratings can be used for elevations up to 2,000 ft. Refer to Appendix D High Altitude Installations for elevations 2,000 ft.

  • Page 6: Locating Boiler

    Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual Locating Boiler Table 4-1: Corrosive Combustion Contaminants Code Requirements and Sources 1. Installations must conform to requirements of authority having jurisdiction or, in the Contaminants to avoid: absence of such requirements, to National Fuel Spray cans containing chloro/fluorocarbons (CFC’s) Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.
  • Page 7 Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger Locating Boiler (continued) Before Removing Existing Boiler 4. Place in operation appliance being inspected. Follow Operating Instructions. See Figure 10- Take pictures and measure and/or mark existing 1. Adjust thermo stat so appliance will operate steam and condensate return piping to ensure continuously.
  • Page 8 A damaged front air dam will negatively affect the performance of this boiler, which can cause serious property damage, personal injury or death. Model RGR-3-067 6 in. 14 in. RGR-4-100 6 in. 16 in.

  • Page 9: Preparing Boiler

    Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger Preparing Boiler 4. Remove all boiler hold-down fasteners. DANGER 5. Tilt the boiler to one side and slide a wooden slat Use precautions and appropriate rigging under the two raised feet. apparatus when moving heavy objects. 6.
  • Page 10 Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual Venting (continued) E. Do not connect boiler into a chimney flue 3. Install vent damper. servicing an open fireplace or other solid fuel OPEN VENT DAMPER CARTON and remove appliance. Installation Instructions. READ INSTALLATION Prior to boiler installation, inspect chimney INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY before for obstructions or other defects and correct...
  • Page 11 Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger Venting (continued) A. Vent damper must be same size as outlet ii. Vent not reduced more than one of vent supplied with boiler (see Table 3-2). table size; Unpack damper carefully - DO NOT FORCE IT CLOSED! Forcing damper may damage motor and is not covered by warranty.

  • Page 12: Water Piping

    Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual Venting (continued) Roof Slope Heights (H) Roof Slope Flat to 6/12 Over 6/12 to 7/12 1.25 Over 7/12 to 8/12 Over 8/12 to 9/12 Over 9/12 to 10/12 Over 10/12 to 11/12 3.25 Over 11/12 to 12/12 Over 12/12 to 14/12 Over 14/12 to 16/12 Over 16/12 to 18/12...
  • Page 13 Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger Water Piping (continued) 4. Connect system supply and return piping to boiler. Refer to Figures 7-1, 7-2, and 7-3. Also consult Residential Hydronic Heating Installation and Design I=B=R Guide. Maintain minimum ½ inch clearance from hot water piping to combustible materials.
  • Page 14 Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual Water Piping (continued) 111954-03 - 8/24...
  • Page 15 Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger Water Piping (continued) 111954-03 - 8/24...

  • Page 16: Gas Piping

    Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual Gas Piping 1. Size gas piping. Design system to provide DANGER adequate gas supply to boiler. Consider these Explosion Hazard. factors: • Do not use matches, candles, open flames, or A. Allowable pressure drop from point of delivery other ignition sources to check for leaks.

  • Page 17: Electrical

    Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger Electrical WARNING DANGER Electrical Shock Hazard. Wiring errors can Electrical Shock Hazard. cause improper or dangerous operation. Verify • Disconnect electrical supply before installing or proper operation after installation. performing maintenance. 1. Install wiring so boiler is electrically bonded •...
  • Page 18 Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual Electrical (continued) 111954-03 - 8/24...
  • Page 19 Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger Electrical (continued) Figure 9-2: Schematic Ladder Diagram 111954-03 - 8/24...

  • Page 20: System Start-Up And Checkout

    Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual System Start-up and Checkout Open drain valve. DANGER G. Open fill valve. Explosion Hazard. Do not use matches, candles, open flames, or H. Allow water to flow through system until discharge from hose is bubble free for 30 other ignition sources to check for leaks.
  • Page 21 Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger System Start-up and Checkout (continued) Figure 10-1: Operating Instructions 111954-03 - 8/24...
  • Page 22 Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual System Start-up and Checkout (continued) B. PURGE AIR FROM GAS PIPING by loosening (or removing) “Inlet Pressure Tap” plug on gas valve (See Figure 10-2). Tighten (or replace) plug when you start to smell gas. Adequate ventilation must be provided and no smoking or open flame permitted.
  • Page 23 Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger System Start-up and Checkout (continued) 12. Check gas outlet (manifold) pressure. A. Install manometer on 1/8 in. outlet pressure tap on gas valve (see Figure 10-2). Use of shutoff valve between manometer and gas valve can prevent pressure surge that blows out manometer fluid.
  • Page 24 Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual System Start-up and Checkout (continued) 14. Measure carbon monoxide (CO) level in vent after 18. Check high limit control. (See Section 11 5 minutes of main burner operation. CO should "Operation - High Limit" for details). Set thermostat not exceed 150ppm air free.

  • Page 25: Operation

    Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger Operation A. Temperature Limit/LWCO Control Refer to HydroStat 3200 Installation Instructions and Operating Manual included with these instructions. B. Electronic Ignition Module See Figure 11-1 for electronic ignition (EI). Electronic Ignition Modules with LED indicators. Table 11-2 cross-references ignition module terminal designations to ignition terminal numbers in wiring ladder diagrams.
  • Page 26 Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual Operation (continued) v. Check pilot flame. It must be blue, h. Check pilot burner operation/ignition steady and envelop flame sensing sequence during ignition cycle: rod 3/8 in. to ½ in. i. Restore boiler power at circuit vi.

  • Page 27: Before Leaving Jobsite

    Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger Before Leaving Jobsite Before Leaving Jobsite: Check CO alarm installed  Boiler and system filled with water  Performed gas leak test  Checked pilot burner flame  Checked main burner flames  Checked gas input rate ...

  • Page 28: Service And Maintenance

    Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual Service and Maintenance Important Product Safety Information: Refractory Ceramic Fiber Product WARNING Some boiler components use materials that contain refractory ceramic fibers (RCF). RCF has been classified as a possible human carcinogen. When exposed to elevated temperatures, RCF may change into crystalline silica, a known carcinogen.
  • Page 29 Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger Service and Maintenance (continued) WARNING This boiler should be serviced by a qualified installer, service agency, or gas supplier. Inspections should be performed at intervals specified in this manual. Maintain manual in a legible condition. •...
  • Page 30 Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual Service and Maintenance (continued) 6. Inspect Temperature/Pressure Gauge. 4. Clean Main Burners and Combustion Chamber. A. Water temperature needle should move with A. To remove burners for cleaning, changing variation in water temperature. orifices, or repairs: B.

  • Page 31: How It Works

    Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger How It Works See Figure 14-1 for component locations. HydroStat 3200 contains features such as high limit switch, Low Water Cut- Off, and circulator relay. Energy is saved by using a thermal target feature which adjusts boiler target temperature depending on heat required.
  • Page 32 Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual How It Works (continued) Figure 14-1: Control Locations 111954-03 - 8/24...

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger Troubleshooting A. Before Troubleshooting When troubleshooting boiler, keep in mind: 1. Troubleshooting should be completed by a professional heating technician. 2. Before seeking technical assistance, the servicing technician should have an electrical meter and gas pressure gauge available for use.
  • Page 34 Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual Troubleshooting (continued) Start Before troubleshooting, familiarize yourself with the Note: "Call for heat" 24 VAC supply is connected to the 24 V terminal on the control. Startup and Checkout procedures. Turn gas supply off. Turn thermostat (controller) to "Call For Heat".

  • Page 35: Service Parts

    All Ranger Service Parts may be obtained through your local Archer Boilers Wholesale Distributor. Should you require assistance in locating an Archer Distributor in your area or have questions regarding the availability of Archer products or service parts, please contact Customer Service at (888) 432-8887.
  • Page 36 Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual Service Parts (continued) Part Number [Quantity] Description RGR-3-067 RGR-4-100 RGR-5-134 RGR-6-167 RGR-7-201 Base Wrapper Base Tray Burner Tray 109613-03 [1] 109613-04 [1] 109613-05 [1] 109613-06 [1] 109613-07 [1] Base Side Insulation (Nat Gas)* (Nat Gas)*...
  • Page 37 Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger Service Parts (continued) Natural Gas Only Part Number [Quantity] Description RGR-3-067 RGR-4-100 RGR-5-134 RGR-6-167 RGR-7-201 Gas Valve (Natural Gas), Honeywell 109620-01 [1] VR8204C3007 Gas Valve (Natural Gas), Honeywell 109622-01 [1] VR8304P4496 Gas Valve (LP Gas), Honeywell...
  • Page 38 Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual Service Parts (continued) Part Number [Quantity] Key No. Description RGR-3-067 RGR-4-100 RGR-5-134 RGR-6-167 RGR-7-201 Hydrostat 3200 LWCO/Limit 109631-01 [1] Honeywell S8610M EI Module 109633-01 [1] 111954-03 - 8/24...
  • Page 39 Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger Service Parts (continued) Part Number [Quantity] Description RGR-3-067 RGR-4-100 RGR-5-134 RGR-6-167 RGR-7-201 Wrap-around Jacket Panel Jacket Vestibule Panel 111808-03 111808-04 111808-05 111808-06 111808-07 Top Jacket Panel Front Door Jacket Panel Tie Bar Jacket Panel...
  • Page 40 Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual Service Parts (continued) Part Number [Quantity] Description RGR-3-067 RGR-4-100 RGR-5-134 RGR-6-167 RGR-7-201 Water Manifold 109614-01 [1] Temperature/Pressure Gauge 105894-01 [1] 30 PSI Relief Valve 109038-01 [1] Drain Valve Obtain Locally (3/4 in. NPT boiler connection)
  • Page 41 Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger Service Parts (continued) Part Number [Quantity] Key No. Description RGR-3-067 RGR-4-100 RGR-5-134 RGR-6-167 RGR-7-201 Power Supply Harness 109636-01 [1] 109639-01 [1] Main Control Harness 109637-01 [1] 109640-01 [1] Ignition Harness 109641-01 [1] Accessories: Part Number [Quantity] Key No.

  • Page 42: Appendix A Combination Refrigeration/Heating System

    Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual Appendix A Combination Refrigeration/ Heating System 1. If boiler is used in connection with refrigeration 2. If boiler is connected to heating coils located in systems, boiler must be installed with chilled air handling units where they may be exposed to medium piped in parallel with the heating boiler refrigerated air, boiler piping must be equipped using appropriate valves to prevent chilled...

  • Page 43: Appendix B Water Quality And Boiler Additives

    Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger Appendix B Water Quality and Boiler Additives The heat exchanger used in this boiler is made from Other non-metallic tubing is equipped with an cast-iron. Once filled with water, it will be subjected oxygen barrier to prevent migration of oxygen to effects of corrosion as well as fouling from any into water.

  • Page 44: Appendix C Low Water Return Temperature

    Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual Appendix C Low Return Water Temperatures Thermal Shock: Cast iron boilers are very robust. 110oF and below return water temperatures will not cause thermal shock to U.S. Boiler castings. Condensation is a different matter: Cast iron boilers will tolerate intermittent periods of condensation, but are not designed for extended condensation periods.
  • Page 45 Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger Appendix C Low Return Water Temperatures (continued) Primary-Secondary Pumping: This is an improvement over simple by-pass piping to reduce condensation. Again this is a fixed system. It can not adapt to variations in temperature and flow. Best Alternative: U.S.

  • Page 46: Appendix D High Altitude Installations

    Installation, Operating & Service Manual Appendix D High Altitude Installations (above 2,000 ft.) Installations above 2,000 ft. require conversion kit listed in Table D-1 Table D-1: High Altitude Conversion Kits Natural Gas Elevation RGR-3-067 RGR-4-100 RGR-5-134 RGR-6-167 RGR-7-201 2,001-5,400 109697-01...
  • Page 47 Installation, Operating & Service Manual Ranger SERVICE RECORD DATE SERVICE PERFORMED 111954-03 - 8/24...
  • Page 48 Ranger Installation, Operating & Service Manual Archer Boilers (888)432-8887 www.archerboiler.com 111954-03 - 8/24...

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