Super Hot BT Series Installation And Service Manual

Bt series electrick boiler 6 kw to 54 kw, 208 vac to 600 vac, single or three phase

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Risk of electric shock. This unit may be connected to more than one
electrical circuit. Disconnect all electrical circuits before servicing.
IMPORTANT
• The boiler must be installed in accordance with all applicable national, provincial/state,
and local codes, laws, regulations, and ordinances.
• This manual must be left with owner and should be located adjacent to the boiler for
reference.
• Ensure boiler is full of water before turning on electricity. Elements will burn out
immediately without water in the boiler.
• A boiler installed above radiation level (or as required by an Authority having
jurisdiction) must be provided with a low-water cut-off device at the time of boiler
installation.
• Overcurrent protection between the power supply and the boiler must be provided in
accordance with the related national and/or local codes.
• Always ensure power is turned off before servicing.
• Electrical wiring or internal controls must be serviced by a qualified electrician. Any
adjustment of the internal controls must be performed by a qualified service technician.
Post these instructions in a visible place.
DATE OF INSTALLATION :
INSTALLED BY :
PHONE :
Manufacturers of Gas and Electric Boilers, Stainless Steel Tanks, Tankless Coils, Electric Boosters
94 Riverside Drive, North Vancouver, B.C. V7H 2M6 • Telephone (604) 929-1214 • FAX (604) 929-5184
PN4152451
INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MANUAL
BT SERIES ELECTRIC BOILER
FOR HYDRONIC HEATING APPLICATIONS
6 kW to 54 kW, 208 Vac to 600 Vac, Single or Three Phase
WARNING
Featuring our newest
"BiTronic Control System"
Manufactured by
Allied Engineering Company
Division of E-Z-Rect Manufacturing Ltd.
Branches: Calgary • Edmonton • Toronto
(OPTIONAL)

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MANUAL BT SERIES ELECTRIC BOILER FOR HYDRONIC HEATING APPLICATIONS 6 kW to 54 kW, 208 Vac to 600 Vac, Single or Three Phase WARNING Risk of electric shock. This unit may be connected to more than one electrical circuit.
  • Page 2: Technical Specifications

    59.6* 47.7* 54BT 184,248 64.9 52.0 Note: Other models of the BT Series Electric Boiler may be available subject to inquiry. * Delta connection (unbalanced load) amperage of high leg indicated. Approximate shipping weights: Ŧ Model Weight 6BT & 9BT...
  • Page 3: General Dimensions

    BT Series Electric Boilers – Installation, Operating and Maintenance Instructions WATER TEMPERATURE RISE vs FLOW RATE NOTE: The boiler should be properly sized for its heating application and maintain an adequate water flow rate during operation. Significantly oversizing the boiler or decreasing boiler water flow rate will cause excessive stage cycling and result in premature failure of the contactors.
  • Page 4: Installation Instructions

    INTRODUCTION Super Hot Electric Boilers are controlled by a three-stage electronic temperature controller. controller controls the boiler water temperature with three stages and turns stages on based on the heating demand, time delay, and the preset boiler outlet water temperature. The controller also can control 120Vac circulating pumps rated up to 5A or 600VA.
  • Page 5: Wall Mounting

    BT Series Electric Boilers – Installation, Operating and Maintenance Instructions WALL MOUNTING CAUTION: Failure to correctly position the boiler may result in element burn out. This boiler must be installed using the attached wall mounting brackets. It is critical that the boiler be installed level and oriented as shown in Figure 2 (below).
  • Page 6: Electrical Wiring

    BT Series Electric Boilers – Installation, Operating and Maintenance Instructions Wiring Section 3 ELECTRICAL WIRING All electrical wiring must be done in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1 Part 1, and/or any local regulations and codes in Canada, or the National Electrical code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest edition) and/or any local regulations and codes in U.S.A..
  • Page 7 BT Series Electric Boilers – Installation, Operating and Maintenance Instructions Startup Instructions Section 4 WARNING WARNING The following instructions are intended as a guide for qualified persons. Before switching the power on, fill the system with water and vent air. Check for and repair any leaks in the water piping.
  • Page 8: Maintenance Instructions

    BT Series Electric Boilers – Installation, Operating and Maintenance Instructions Maintenance Instructions Section 5 SERVICE HINTS a. This boiler has been designed to provide years of trouble free performance under normal operating conditions. However, the owner should conduct a general external examination at the beginning of each heating season and at mid-heating season to assure good working performance is continued.
  • Page 9 BT Series Electric Boilers – Installation, Operating and Maintenance Instructions Transformer: Power Rating: 40 VA Input Voltage: 120 Vac, 60 Hz, single phase Output Voltage: 24 Vac, 60 Hz Power Output: 1. Three 24 Vac, 3 AMP relays drive stage 1, stage 2 and stage 3. Maximum load of the individual drive or the total load of three relays should not exceed 1.33 A or 32 VA.
  • Page 10: Controller Operation

    BT Series Electric Boilers – Installation, Operating and Maintenance Instructions CONTROLLER OPERATION When the controller is powered-up, the green “Power” light will come on. If no sensor or high limit errors are present, the controller enters the operating mode. Once in operating mode, the controller uses the operating sensor to continuously monitor the boiler water temperature.
  • Page 11: Troubleshooting Guide

    BT Series Electric Boilers – Installation, Operating and Maintenance Instructions Troubleshooting Guide Section 7 TROUBLESHOOTING – For Use of Licensed Electricians Only WARNING RISK OF ELECTROCUTION – HIGH VOLTAGE - ALWAYS SHUT OFF MAIN POWER TO THE ELEMENT HEATING CIRCUIT BEFORE TROUBLESHOOTING! Also, be careful of 120V power while troubleshooting near Line-in terminals (L1&L2), Pump terminals (P1&P2) and other areas...
  • Page 12 BT Series Electric Boilers – Installation, Operating and Maintenance Instructions PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION / CHECK No heat when called by thermostat and • Main fuses blown (if applicable). • Check main fuses and replace if stage LEDs are lit. blown.
  • Page 13: Sensor Check

    BT Series Electric Boilers – Installation, Operating and Maintenance Instructions SENSOR CHECK 1. SHUT OFF MAIN POWER TO THE ELEMENT HEATING CIRCUIT BEFORE TROUBLESHOOTING! Also, be careful of 120 Vac power while troubleshooting near Line-in terminals (L1&L2), Pump terminals (P1&P2) and other areas of the Controller.
  • Page 14: Replacement Parts

    BT Series Electric Boilers – Installation, Operating and Maintenance Instructions Replacement Parts Section 8 ORDERING Replacement parts or a replacement electric boiler may be purchased through any Allied Engineering Company distributor – call us if you need help locating a distributor near your area. If you require any...
  • Page 15 BT Series Electric Boilers – Installation, Operating and Maintenance Instructions Notes Section 9...
  • Page 16 BT Series Electric Boilers – Installation, Operating and Maintenance Instructions Index Section 10 11.0 INDEX ............................... Section Page Dimensions and Specifications Technical Specifications ........................2 Water Temperature Rise vs Flow Rate.................... 3 General Dimensions ........................3 Installation Instructions Receiving ............................4 Introduction ............................

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