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C.S.A Design-Certified Complies with ANSI Z21.13/CSA 4.9 Gas-Fired Low Pressure Steam and Hot Water Boilers ASME Code, Section IV Certified by Harsco Industrial, Patterson-Kelley C.S.A Design-Certified Complies with ANSI Z21.13/CSA 4.9 Gas-Fired Low Pressure Steam and Hot Water Boilers Model #:_______...
® MACH Gas Fired Boiler .. I NTRODUCTION ..............................7 .. S AFETY ................................7 General ............................. 7 Training ............................. 8 Safety Features ..........................8 Safety Labels ............................ 8 Safety Precautions ........................... 9 ...
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler WARNING Improper use may result in fire or injury. Read instructions/safety manual before installing, operating or servicing boiler. 1998 HCS, Inc. 800-748-0241 Reorder No. 6020-V2WHPK If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
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Installation and service must be performed by a qualified and knowledgeable individual ® who has been trained on the Harsco Industrial, Patterson-Kelley MACH boiler. The same features which permit this boiler to achieve high-efficiency performance make it unlike most other boilers of this general size, so it is...
Harsco Industrial, Patterson-Kelley cannot be responsible for the design or operation of such systems and a qualified engineer or contractor must be consulted.
Operating and service personnel must be thoroughly familiar with the basic construction of the MACH C1500H/C2000H/C2500/C3000/C4000 boilers, the use and locations of the controls, the operation of the boilers, adjustment of their various mechanisms, and all applicable safety precautions. If any of the provisions of this manual are not fully and completely understood, contact Harsco Industrial, Patterson-Kelley Technical Service at 570.476.7261 or toll free at 877.728.5351.
1998 HCS, Inc. 800-748-0241 The safety labels shown above are affixed to your boiler. Although the labels are of high quality, they may become dislodged or unreadable over time. Contact Harsco Industrial, Patterson-Kelley at 570.476.7261 or toll-free at 877.728.5351 for replacement labels.
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Combustion Condensate – an acidic pH of approximately 3.0 to 5.0 can be expected. Use PVC, CPVC, or other corrosion resistant piping for drainage. Collection and disposal must be in accordance with all applicable regulations. A condensate neutralization kit is General Warning available. Please contact your local Harsco Industrial, Patterson-Kelley representative.
® MACH Gas Fired Boiler 2.5.5 Pressure Hazards Pressure hazard! Hot fluids. Install isolation valves on boiler water inlet and outlet. Make sure isolation valves are closed before servicing boiler. Pressure hazard! Hot fluids. Annually test safety relief valve for proper operation. Do not operate boiler with faulty relief valve.
® MACH Gas Fired Boiler OMPLIANCE WITH ODES ® MACH boilers with standard components and with many options complies with American National Standard/CSA Standard ANSI Z21.13/CSA 4.9, latest edition, Gas Fired Low Pressure Steam and Hot Water Boilers. The heat exchanger is constructed and stamped in accordance with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section IV for 125 psig maximum operating pressure.
® MACH Gas Fired Boiler Minimum Clearances from Adjacent Walls, Ceiling, and Obstructions Type of Surface Dimensions (inches) C† Combustible Surfaces Minimum Clearances Recommended Clearances 18** for Service Access † "C" Space required for pipes, ducts, etc. in this area above the boiler. * “B”...
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler 3.4.3 High Voltage (TB2) Terminal Block ® For MACH C3000/C4000 boilers, the high voltage (TB2) terminal block is for 120VAC output pilot duty loads only. Do not connect any 120VAC supply voltage to the high voltage (TB2) terminal block. Connecting a 120VAC supply voltage to TB2 can result in serious injury or death.
The outdoor air sensor and programming help are available from the local Harsco Industrial, Patterson-Kelley Representative. This circuit is energized by the boiler with a 5 V potential. The temperature sensor must be a NTC having 12 k @ 77°F.
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler These codes and standards contain information for the venting of gas fired appliances, including, but not limited to vent sizing, location, clearance to combustibles, and safe installation practices. The installation must comply with both the above Federal Codes and with state, provincial and local codes. Design and installation of venting systems should be done only by qualified and knowledgeable venting systems personnel and in accordance with vent system manufacturer’s installation instructions.
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Venting Materials for Flue/Exhaust Systems ® The MACH C1500H/C2000H/C2500/C3000/C4000 boilers are dual certified as a Category II and Category IV appliance, which vents with a temperature that is likely to cause condensation in the vent. Therefore, any venting ® system used with the MACH boiler must comply with the requirements for either Category II or Category IV venting systems as specified in the latest edition of NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1 in the US or the latest edition of CAN/CSA B-149.1...
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Table of Acceptable Materials for Venting Systems Table of Applicable Vent Materials Country CPVC POLYPROPYLENE Model AL29-4C 316L SS NOTE 3 C1500H NOTE 3 C2000H NOTE 3 C2500 NOTE 3 C3000 NOTE 3 C4000 Canada NOTE 2...
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The air intake duct can be fabricated from PVC, CPVC, single wall galvanized steel, or other suitable materials. The duct must be rigid C1500H enough to maintain the full required cross sectional area under all operating conditions. Proper sealing of the intake ductwork is necessary to prevent infiltration of air from conditioned space.
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AIR SOURCE INDOOR AIR SUPPLY OUTDOOR AIR SUPPLY TWO OPENINGS ® MACH Boiler SAME FLOOR DIFF FLOORS ONE OPENING VERT HORIZ MODEL DIRECT DUCT DUCT C1500H 1500 3000 C2000H 2000 4000 1000 C2500 2500 5000 1250 C3000 3000 6000 1000 1500...
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® MACH C1500H/C2000H/C2500/C3000/C4000 boilers are dual certified as a Category II and Category IV appliances, as defined in ANSI Z21.13/CSA 4.9, latest edition. The vent material must be as listed in the Table of Acceptable Materials for Venting Systems in Section 3.5.1.2 above. The exhaust vent can be run horizontally or vertically.
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® MACH Boiler Model Natural Gas LP Gas Resistance Temperature C1500H/ C2000H/C2500 0.22” W.C. 220 °F 9.2% 10.4% C3000/C4000 Do not use a barometric damper with this boiler when installed with Category IV venting. Positive exhaust pressure may exist which may leak flue gases into the room.
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler Do not locate intake or exhaust terminations directly above a walkway; dripping of condensation can cause icing of the walking surface. Maintain a minimum clearance of 6 ft (1.83 m) horizontally from any electric or gas meter, regulator or relief equipment. Conventional Vent Systems Clearances The following termination clearance requirements are for conventional, non-direct vent installations.
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler 3.5.3.3 Flue Connection When applying a Category IV vent system, the boiler vent should not be connected into any portion of another mechanical draft system without consulting the vent manufacturer. The boiler shall not be connected to any part of a vent system serving a Category I or II appliance, nor shall a Category I or II appliance be connected to any part of the vent system serving this...
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Vertical vents are allowed to be terminated with a variety of ends, including plain straight pipe, elbow or vent tee. Horizontal vents must be terminated as illustrated in section 3.5.5. A bird screen with 1” x 1” openings is recommended for the termination. Harsco Industrial, Patterson-Kelley does not recommend using a vent rain cap of any type.
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-0.2” W.C., the vent duct loss cannot exceed 0.24” W.C. ® The MACH C1500H/C2000H/C2500/C3000/ C4000 boilers are certified for direct sidewall or roof venting within a sealed combustion. Both the air inlet and the exhaust vent must...
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler 3.5.5 Removing an Existing Boiler (From a common venting system) When an existing boiler is removed from a common venting system, the common venting system is likely to be too large for proper venting of the appliances remaining connected to it. At the time of removal of an existing boiler, the following steps shall be followed with each appliance remaining connected to the common venting system placed in operation, while the other appliances remaining connected to the common venting system are not in operation.
® MACH Gas Fired Boiler 4. Mettre l’appareil inspecté en marche. Suivre les instructions d’allumage. Régler le thermostat de façon que l’appareil fonctionne de façon continue. 5. Faire fonctionner le brûleur principal pendant 5 min ensuite, déterminer si le coupe-tirage déborde à l’ouverture de décharge.
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler RECOMMENDED GAS PIPING INSTALLATION Remote Gas Supply Shutoff Drip Leg Boiler Main Gas Meter Valve Union Field Gas Piping NOTICE! See Pipe Capacity for Natural Gas chart on the following page for required pipe size, based on overall length of pipe from meter plus equivalent length of all fittings.
The flow rates published for both boiler models are applicable at 100% firing rate. Model Max Flow GPM for Min Flow GPM for DP ft. at 20ºF ΔT 40ºF ΔT max flow C1500H C2000H C2500 C3000 C4000 Pressure Drop Curve MACH C1500H, C2000H, C2500, C3000, C4000 C3000...
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When installed in a two-pipe system that provides both chilled and hot water, the control system should be configured so as to limit the time rate of change of temperature at the boiler. Consult your authorized Harsco Industrial, Patterson-Kelley boiler representative for application guidance.
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These couplings must be used with the EPDM Victaulic seals. Isolating valves must be installed in both water connections. Adapters from Victaulic to NPT are available from Harsco Industrial, Patterson-Kelley. The bottom rear connection to the boiler is the INLET and must be used for the return from the system.
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The condensate is acidic (pH between 3.0 and 5.0) and may be corrosive to some building drain systems. A condensate neutralization system may be required and is available from Harsco Industrial, Patterson-Kelley. NOTICE! Condensate must be trapped prior to being piped to the drain in accordance with all national, state and local codes.
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler The boiler condensate trap has an inlet for draining the vent condensate. But, the vent condensate can be run separately if needed. As indicated in above, condensate can be collected from the vent either, horizontally or vertically. The need for the vent drain is to reduce or eliminate the condensate from returning back into the boiler from the vent system.
® MACH Gas Fired Boiler TART HECK Before attempting to start the boiler, make sure the following items have been completed. 1. Inspect the gas train, blower, ignition electrode and boiler in general to be sure there was no damage during shipment or installation.
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler After completing this test, turn off the boiler and open the downstream manual isolation valve and turn the boiler back 3.9.2 Test of Low Water Cut-out The boiler is furnished with a probe-type low water cut-out in the outlet nozzle. Test as follows: Push and hold the red “Push to test”...
Gas Fired Boiler 3.10 NITIAL DJUSTMENTS 3.10.1 Operating Temperature Controller ® The MACH C1500H/C2000H/C2500/C3000/ ® C4000 boilers are equipped with ENVI control; an intelligent control system with advanced features such as text-based display, communication capabilities, and boiler sequencing. Errors are date and time stamped providing built-in history of boiler status and performance.
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler 3.10.2 Boiler Setpoint The factory default setpoint is 180 °F. If a different setpoint is desired, push the menu button and then select PARAMETERS from the menu. A screen opens that allows the user to view and change operating parameters (see screenshot below.) Parameters Parameters...
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler Additional CH Parameters are available and used for the various CH Modes other than mode 0, the standard Setpoint ® & (Thermo) Stat control mode. These modes are further described in the ENVI Control Advanced User’s Guide. 3.10.4 Other Parameters Other parameters include the settings for DHW (Domestic Hot Water), Boiler Settings and OEM Settings.
NOTICE: Adjustments shall only be performed by qualified and knowledgeable installer or service agency specifically ® trained and certified to perform maintenance and/or startup on the Harsco Industrial, Patterson-Kelley MACH boiler. Main gas shut off with...
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler 3.11.2 Gas valve adjustment The gas valve is located inside the cabinet. Each valve is labeled and adjusted for a specific fuel. See specific section for proper application. Check the combustion using a combustion analyzer and adjust the fuel/air ratio of the valve being used according to the procedures below.
® MACH Gas Fired Boiler 3.11.3 Checking Flame Signal Using the control panel, enter the information mode and scroll down view the flame signal. This shows μA when the boiler is firing and shows 0μA when the boiler is not firing. 7-8μA is a strong flame signal. 4 OPERATION ENERAL 4.1.1...
® MACH Gas Fired Boiler ORMAL IGHTING AND ROCEDURES Do not use this boiler if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the boiler and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.
Total Gas Flow Rate (CFH) Number Rating Amperage (BTU/Hr) Natural Gas LP Gas Output Capacity (Btu/hr) 1030 2500 Btu/cu. ft. Btu/cu. ft. C1500H 1,500,000 120/1/60 Less than 15 1456 1,440,000 C2000H 2,000,000 120/1/60 Less than 15 1942 1,920,000 C2500 2,500,000...
® MACH Gas Fired Boiler 5 MAINTENANCE AINTENANCE AND NSPECTION CHEDULE This schedule applies when the boiler is in use. Verify proper operation after servicing. Proper lockout/ tag out procedure must be employed when servicing this unit. Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation.
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) analyzer and compared to the values stated in Table 3-1 of section 3.11.2.1. If an adjustment in the combustion is necessary, call a qualified and knowledgeable installer or ® service agency that has been trained on the Harsco Industrial, Patterson-Kelley MACH boilers. 5.1.3 Monthly 1.
11. Test pressure safety relief valve. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer or service agency that has been trained on the ® Harsco Industrial, Patterson-Kelley MACH boiler. Note: Annual Maintenance kits can be ordered through you local HIP-K Representative.
® MACH Gas Fired Boiler EMOVING THE XCHANGER Heat Exchanger is heavy and may cause injury if improperly handled. Removal of the heat exchanger should be performed only by knowledgeable and experienced personnel. FTER EPAIRS OR AINTENANCE 1. Follow "Pre-Start Check List" (Section 3.8) and all "Safety Checks" (Section 3.9). 2.
® MACH Gas Fired Boiler ROUBLESHOOTING If any “Manual Reset” limit device trips, DO NOT reset without determining and correcting the cause. (Manual Reset Limits include: Flame safeguard, high or low gas pressure, high temperature limit, stack temperature, low water level.) ®...
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler 5.6.6 Low Air If the display panel indicates Locking A34 AIR SWITCH NOT OPEN or Locking A35 AIR SWITCH NOT CLOSED this indicates improper airflow through the boiler. Check the hoses leading to the air switches. Verify proper blower operation.
® MACH Gas Fired Boiler -A##A (OR LOCKING ERROR CODES) ANUAL RESET ERROR CODES A Code Error Int. nr Description Three unsuccessful ignition attempts in a row IGNIT ERROR Three times flame was lost during on demand TOO MANY FLAME FAILURES Overheat stat is open T MAX LOCK ERROR Problems with gas valve relay= internal hardware error...
® MACH Gas Fired Boiler -E## ( RESET ERROR CODES OR BLOCKING ERROR CODES ® Code ENVI Lockout Description Control Display Flow sensor not connected T FLOW OPEN Return sensor not connected T RETURN OPEN Flue sensor not connected T FLUE OPEN DHW sensor not connected T DHW OPEN Heat exchanger sensor not connected...
Gas Fired Boiler PARTS/TECHNICAL SUPPORT Spare parts and replacement parts can be ordered from Harsco Industrial, Patterson-Kelley by calling toll free (877) 728-5351. The fax number is (570) 476-7247. Refer to the parts list shown on the assembly drawing provided in this manual.
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler ® 6.1.9 MACH C1500HGG/C2000HGG/C2500GG/C3000GG/4000GG Dual Fuel Control Wiring...
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6.1.10 Terminal Block Assignments – Power Block ® The MACH C1500H/C2000H/C2500 boiler power is connected on the front top right side in Terminal box 2 or TB2 on terminals 1, 2,and 8. Pictured below Field service power connections for C1500H/C2000H and C2500...
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6.1.11 Terminal Block Assignments – High Voltage Circuit (TB2) Terminal Label Description Number 120VAC Line FOR C1500H/C2000H/C2500. NOT USED ON THE C3000/C4000 120VAC Neutral FOR C1500H/C2000H/C2500. NOT USED ON THE C3000/C4000 120VAC Neutral Neutral for use with TB2-10, Switched Output 120VAC Neutral...
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler 6.1.12 Terminal Block Assignments – Low Voltage Circuit (TB1) Terminal Number Label Description ENABLE / DISABLE Boiler Enable, Contact Closure. DO NOT ENERGIZE. ENABLE / DISABLE EXTERNAL INTERLOCK External Limit, Contact Closure. DO NOT ENERGIZE. EXTERNAL INTERLOCK OUTDOOR TEMP SENSOR Outdoor temperature sensor...
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler Before making any electrical connections to the boiler, verify that the transformer is properly configured for 208VAC, or 240VAC, or 480VAC, three phase, 60 hertz service. Do not reconfigure for any other voltage. Improper configuration of the transformer could result in serious injury or death. NOTICE! Check for correct transformer wiring on the C3000/C4000 boilers ®...
C3000/C4000: 480 VAC, three phase, 60 hertz Transformer diagram OILER ARTS ® 6.2.1 Main Assembly MACH C1500H/C2000H Natural Gas (NG), Propane (P) and Dual Fuel (GG) boilers 1. Boiler supply 2. Boiler return 3. Nat. gas inlet 4. LP gas inlet 5. Relief valve 6.
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler ® 6.2.2 Main Assembly MACH C2500/C3000/C4000 Natural Gas, Propane and Dual Fuel (GG) Boilers 1. Boiler supply 2. Boiler return 3. Nat. gas inlet (see 3&4 note below) 4. LP gas inlet (see note below) 5.
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler ® 6.2.3 Control Panel for MACH C1500H/C2000H/C2500/C3000/C4000 Mark Description Terminal Block 1 (TB1) Air Switch High Exhaust Back Pressure Switch (HEBP) High Temperature Limit ® ENVI Control Main Board Low Water Cut Off (LWCO) On/Off Switch 5 Amp Circuit Breaker ®...
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler ® 6.2.4 Control Panel for MACH C1500HGG/C2000HGG/C2500GG/C3000GG/C4000GG Mark Description Terminal Block 1 (TB1) Air Switch High Exhaust Back Pressure Switch (HEBP) High Temperature Limit ® ENVI Control Main Board Low Water Cut Off (LWCO) On/Off Switch 5 Amp Circuit Breaker ®...
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler ® 6.2.5 MACH C1500H/C2000H Heat Engine Mark Description Outlet Water Victaulic Connection Outlet Water Manifold Pressure Relief Valve Heat Exchanger Sectional Castings Inlet Water Victaulic Connection Manual Drain valve Condensate Collector Inlet Water Manifold Ignition Assembly...
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler ® 6.2.6 MACH C2500/C3000/C4000 Heat Engine Mark Description Outlet Water Victaulic Connection Outlet Water Manifold Pressure Relief Valve Heat Exchanger Sectional Castings Inlet Water Victaulic Connection Manual Drain valve Condensate Collector Heat Exchanger Sectional Castings Inlet Water Manifold Ignition Assembly Burner...
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Natural Gas venture inlet NOTE: Notice propane and natural gas venturi connection. Visual Identification can confirm configuration. ® 6.2.8 MACH C1500H GG/C2000H GG Dual Fuel Gas Train Mark Description Burner Burner transition piece Blower Venturi Propane gas Manual shut off gas...
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler ® 6.2.9 MACH C2500/C3000 Natural Gas Train NOTICE! For Propane Gas, parts description and general location are the same. Mark Description Burner Burner Transition Piece Blower Transition Piece Blower Venturi Secondary Manual Gas Shutoff Natural automatic gas valve Main Gas Shutoff Valve with test port...
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler ® 6.2.10 MACH C2500GG/C3000GG Dual Fuel Gas Train Mark Description Burner Burner Transition Piece Blower Transition Piece Blower Venturi Secondary Manual Shutoff Valve quantity of two second not shown Propane or LP Automatic Gas Valve Natural automatic gas valve Main Gas Shutoff Valve...
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler ® 6.2.11 MACH C4000 Natural Gas Train NOTICE! For Propane Gas, parts description and general location are the same. Mark Description Venturi High Gas Pressure Switch Main Gas Valve Primary Manual Shutoff Valve Low Gas Pressure Switch Secondary Manual Shutoff Valve Burner Blower...
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® MACH Gas Fired Boiler ® 6.2.12 MACH C4000GG Dual Fuel Gas Train Mark Description Air Intake Plenum Natural Gas Low Pressure Switch Propane or LP Gas Low Press Natural Automatic Gas Valve Propane Automatic Gas Valve Primary Manual Shutoff Valves Natural High Gas Pressure Switch(not pictured) Propane or LP High Gas...
LIMITED WARRANTY Subject to the terms and conditions herein, Harsco Industrial, Patterson-Kelley, Seller, warrants to the original owner at the original installation site that products manufactured by Seller will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of start up (the "Warranty Period"), provided that start up is completed within six months from the date of shipment.
® MACH Gas Fired Boiler ® 3 – MACH PPENDIX OILER LTITUDE ERATE SCHEDULE For installations over 2000 ft elevations, a derate schedule is applied. The boiler input rating must be reduced by 4% per 1000 ft. This is illustrated using the following graph. 4% Derate Schedule 2000 3000...
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