RBI 8900 Series Installation & Operation Manual Download Page 21

SERIES 8800 & 8900 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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Whenever the gas supply piping is pressure tested the 
boiler/water heater gas controls must be protected. 
If the test pressure is equal to, or less than 

1/2 psig

3.5 kPa

 isolate the boiler/water heater by closing it’s 

manual shut off valve, see Figure 12. If the test pressure 
is greater than, or equal to 

1/2 psig

3.5 kPa

, disconnect 

the boiler/water heater and its individual shut-off valve.

ELECTRICAL WIRING

Electrical Power Connections

CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection 
when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause 
improper and dangerous operation! Verify proper 
operation after servicing!

ATTENTION. Au moment de l’entretien des 
commandes, étiquetez tous les fi ls avant de les 
débrancher. Des erreurs de câblage peuvent 
entraîner un fonctionnement inadéquat et dangereux. 
S’assurer que l’appareil fonctionne adéquatement 
une fois l’entretirn terminé.

The electrical connections to this boiler/water heater 
must be made in accordance with all applicable local 
codes and the latest revision of the National Electrical 
Code, ANSI /NFPA-70. Installation should also conform 
with CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code Part I if 
installed in Canada. 

Install a separate 120 volt 15 amp circuit for the boiler/
water heater. A shut-off switch should be located at the 
boiler/water heater. The boiler/water heater must be 
grounded in accordance with the authority having 
jurisdiction, or if none, the latest revision of the National 
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA-70.

Line voltage fi eld wiring of any controls or other devices 
must conform to the temperature limitation of type T wire 
at 

95°F

35°C

 above room temperature. Use copper 

conductors with a minimum size of #14 awg.

Refer to the wiring diagram supplied with the boiler/
water heater for proper wiring connections.

GENERAL OPERATION

WARNING: Before proceeding read and fully 
understand the instructions contained in this 
manual. Do not attempt to operate this boiler/
water heater if it has not been installed in 
accordance with the guidelines set forth in this 
manual. Failure to comply with this warning can 
result in extensive property damage, severe 
personal injury or death!

Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut 
off, tur n off the manual gas control valve to the 
appliance. Do not interrupt water fl ow through the boiler/
water heater.

En cas de surchauffe ou si l’alimentation en gaz ne 
s’arrête pas, fermez manuellement le robinet d’arrêt de 
l’admission de gaz.

Hydronic Heating Boilers

Open the make-up water valve and slowly fi ll the boiler 
and all of the radiation with water. Ensure that all bleed 
and drain valves are closed.

Adjust the make-up water pressure regulator so a 
minimum 

12 psig

82.7kPa

 system pressure is 

maintained at the highest point in the system piping. If 
a make-up water pump is used adjust it to maintain a 
minimum 

12 psig

82.7 kPa

 system pressure.

Open the system bleed and drain valves, one at a time, 
to purge the air trapped in the heating system piping.

With the boiler off, run the system pump for at least 30 
minutes and bleed the system piping using the bleed 
valves. If strainers are used in the system piping, the 
make-up water valve should be closed and the strainers 
checked and cleaned.

The system expansion tank should be checked to 
ensure that the correct water level in the tank is 
maintained. The tank should be less than half full 
of water with the system full and adjusted to the correct 
operating pressure.

Start the boiler as described in the “OPERATING 
INSTRUCTIONS” section. Run the boiler for at least an 
hour. The system pump(s) and all radiation units must 
be operated during this time. Ensure that the make-up 
water valve is open.

Summary of Contents for 8900 Series

Page 1: ...or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch d...

Page 2: ...8800 and 8900 finned copper heating boiler water heater pool heater To obtain the safe dependable efficient operation and long life for which this heating boiler water heater was designed these instru...

Page 3: ...mum site will be level central to the piping system close to a chimney and have adequate fresh air for combustion Ensure that the boiler water heater is level from front to back and from side to side...

Page 4: ...a confined space minimum clearances listed in Table 1 or 1A must be maintained between the boiler water heater and any combustible construction When installed in a confined space Figures 1 2 3 4 and 5...

Page 5: ...he free area necessary to meet the make up air requirements of the enclosure consideration must be given to the blockage effects of louvers grills and screens Screens must have a minimum mesh size of...

Page 6: ...age 6 Figure 2 Vertical Venting Using A Masonary Chimney And Inside Air 8900 8800 Series Figure 3 Dual Flue Outlets And Inside Air 8900 8800 Series 10 FT 3 1 m 3 FT 1 m 5 FT 1 52 m 3 FT 1 m 10 FT 3 4...

Page 7: ...0FT 3 1 m 3 FT 1 m 5 FT 1 52 m PITCH PIPE DOWN TOWARDS TERMINAL CAP 1 4 IN PER FOOT 20MM M OF RUN TO ALLOW FOR CONDENSATE DRAINAGE BUILDING OVERHANG 4 FT 1 2 M MAX 3 FT 9 m 1 5 FT 0 5m MINIMUM DISTANC...

Page 8: ...large enough to safely vent the combined output of all the appliances WARNING If an appliance using any type of a mechanical draft system operating under positive pressure is connected to a chimney f...

Page 9: ...ord s au syst me d vacuation commun et tous les ventilateurs d extraction comme les hottes de cuisin re et les ventilateurs des salles de bain S assurer que ces ventilateurs fonctionnent la vitesse ma...

Page 10: ...y piping adjacent to the boiler outlet connection CAUTION Failure to properly install the flow switch may result in damage to the boiler water heater heat exchanger voiding the warranty HEATING SYSTEM...

Page 11: ...ow Rate Press Drop Flow Rate Press Drop Flow Rate Press Drop Flow Rate Press Drop Flow Rate Press Drop Flow Rate Press Drop GPM Ft L s kPa GPM Ft L s kPa GPM Ft L s kPa GPM Ft L s kPa 4 0 4 3 4 7 5 0...

Page 12: ...ow Return Water Temperatures To prevent the problems associated with condensation of the products of combustion due to low return water temperatures a primary secondary piping system with a bypass and...

Page 13: ...guration and valving Check with local codes and ordinances for specific requirements Adjustment Procedure To Maintain Inlet Temperature Above Dew Point T1 Temp Min 110 For Atmospheric T1 Temp Min 125...

Page 14: ...s furnished with factory mounted outlet water temperature gauge 4 Boiler pump purging required Use terminals supplied 5 Secondary loop pipe diameter must be sized large enough to handle maximum flow t...

Page 15: ...tion of the pump size and temperature rise A cupro nickel heat exchanger may also be required The manufacturer should be consulted when these water conditions are encountered See Table 7A CAUTION The...

Page 16: ...elow can be employed to prevent this condition from occurring A balancing valve should be installed on the outlet side of the water heater for purposes of adjusting the flow rate through the heat exch...

Page 17: ...SERIES 8800 8900 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 17 Table 7B 8900 Pumping Performance RequirementTable...

Page 18: ...SERIES 8800 8900 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 18 Table 7B 8800 Pumping Performance RequirementTable...

Page 19: ...formance Table before making selection 6 Common piping must be sized for maximum combined heater flow 7 Hot water tanks should be equipped with a combination temperature pressure relief valve 8 MA Cod...

Page 20: ...type of gas available at the installation site call the nearest RBI representative to resolve the problem NOTE A minimum gas supply presssure of 6 in 152 mm W C natural or 11 in 279 mm W C propane and...

Page 21: ...diagram supplied with the boiler water heater for proper wiring connections GENERAL OPERATION WARNING Before proceeding read and fully understand the instructions contained in this manual Do not attem...

Page 22: ...n interrupteur ne pas vous servir des t l phones se trouvant dans le b timent Appelez imm diatement votre fournisseur de gaz depuis un voisin Suives les instructions du fournisseur Si vous ne pouvez r...

Page 23: ...reil ne se met pas en marche suivez les instructions intitul es Comment couper l admission de gaz de l appareil et appelez un technicien qualifi ou le fournisseur de gaz inches W C mm W C Natural 3 5...

Page 24: ...anifold pressure tap plug CAUTION Never force the regulator adjustment screw beyond the stop limits or damage to the regulator will occur PROPANE GAS Optimum results are obtained when the boiler water...

Page 25: ...water is 130 F 54 C The operating control should be set to the lowest setting that will satisfy the consumer s needs WARNING Setting the thermostat or operation control too high can result in scaldin...

Page 26: ...osion or other deposits that would impair the boiler water heater s performance Refer to page 30 8900 or page 39 8800 for component identification Combustion Chamber Inspection 1 Remove the left or ri...

Page 27: ...the GENERAL OPERATION and CHECKING AND ADJUSTMENTS sections of this manual for reference 1 Check the thermostat or operating controls for proper operation 2 A float type low water cutoff device must...

Page 28: ...ose or broken wire between pilot valve and PV MV PV terminals 24V at pilot gas valve leads Replace module Adjust the pilot gas pressure using the pilot regulator Pilot ignition problems can be caused...

Page 29: ...f valve is properly sized for the system never exceed 160 psi Expansion tank is waterlogged Ensure expansion tank is properly sized for the system Expansion tank is isolated Ensure valve between expan...

Page 30: ...SERIES 8800 8900 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 30 PARTS LIST MODELS 420 1900 36 33...

Page 31: ...0113 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 RH Lower Front Corner Post 03 0114 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 5 24 Jacket End Panels Upper Lower 72 0016 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 Inlet Outlet Header Cast...

Page 32: ...0 0277 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 Burner Tube w Bracket 70 0635 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 NS Burner Spacers 03 0309 1 03 0310 1 03 0311 1 03 0312 1 03 0313 1 03 0314 1 03 0315 1 03...

Page 33: ...1 NS Bracket Refractory Upper End 03 0306 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 NS Bracket Refractory Lower End 03 0307 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 18 End Refractory Panel Left Right 05 0001 2 2 2 2 2 2 2...

Page 34: ...70 0189 1 70 0190 1 70 0191 1 NS Upper Rear Refractory Channel 70 0162 1 70 0163 1 70 0164 1 70 0165 1 70 0166 1 70 0167 1 70 0168 1 70 0169 1 70 0170 1 70 0171 1 70 0172 1 70 0173 1 70 0174 1 70 0175...

Page 35: ...0057 1 27 Jacket Top Panel 03 0001 1 03 0002 1 03 0003 1 03 0004 1 03 0005 1 03 0006 1 03 0007 1 03 0008 1 03 0009 1 03 0010 1 03 0011 1 03 0012 1 03 0013 1 03 0014 1 03 0015 1 27a Jacket Top Panel Du...

Page 36: ...Heat Exchanger Assembly Cupronickel 70 0087 1 Cast Iron Headers 70 0088 1 70 0089 1 70 0090 1 70 0091 1 70 0092 1 70 0093 1 70 0094 1 70 0095 1 70 0096 1 70 0097 1 70 0098 1 70 0099 1 70 0100 1 70 01...

Page 37: ...or LP 24V 11 0375 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Solenoid Valve w Regulator NG 120V 11 0372 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Solenoid Valve w Regulator LP 120V 11 0374 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 35 Man...

Page 38: ...G 10 0019 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 Orifice 47 LP 10 0009 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 Orifice 49 2 000 3 999 LP 10 0010 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 Or...

Page 39: ...SERIES 8800 8900 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 39 PARTS LIST MODELS 2000 4000 22 7 36 33 30 8 6 39 42 18 21 25 19 21a...

Page 40: ...et Return Headers ASME 57 0492 24 24 24 24 24 24 NS Heat Exchanger V Baffle 03 1147 15 03 1148 30 03 1149 30 03 1150 30 03 1151 30 03 1152 30 12 Base Frame Assembly 70 1708 1 70 1709 1 70 1710 1 70 17...

Page 41: ...Only 11 0455 1 1 18 End Refractory Panel Left Right 05 0050 2 2 2 2 2 2 19 Center Refractory Panel 853413 4 4 6 8 8 10 20 Corner Refractory Panel 05 0052 4 05 0053 4 05 0054 4 05 0055 4 05 0056 4 05 0...

Page 42: ...4V 70 9013 1 1 1 1 1 1 Ignitor PSE NA185 NG 120V 70 9014 1 1 1 1 1 1 Ignitor PSE NA29 LP 24V 70 0631 1 1 1 1 1 1 Ignitor PSE NA185 LP 120V 70 0632 1 1 1 1 1 1 33 Solenoid Valve w Regulator NG 24V 11 0...

Page 43: ...0007 20 24 28 32 36 40 Orifice 22 4 000 5 999 NG 10 0095 20 24 28 32 36 40 Orifice 25 6 000 7 999 NG 10 0097 20 24 28 32 36 40 Orifice 34 LP 10 0021 20 24 28 32 36 40 Orifice 37 2 000 3 999 LP 10 002...

Page 44: ...the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment is installed in a crawl space or an attic the hard wired carbon monoxide detector with alarm and battery back up may be installed on the next ad...

Page 45: ...led instructions for the installation of the venting system design or the venting system components and 2 A complete parts list for the venting system design or venting system d MANUFACTURER REQUIREME...

Page 46: ...nd erosion on the inside of the heat exchanger tubes caused by high water velocity through the tubes and is not covered by the manufacturer s warranty See Installation Instructions for proper pump per...

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