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INSTALLATION DATA

720 SERIES

HOT SURFACE IGNITION GAS VALVE

The Robertshaw® 720 series gas valves for use on hot surface ignition 
systems are designed for a wide variety of applications. The 720 series 
valves incorporate a manual valve, dual automatic valves and a main 
gas pressure regulator. Models for step-opening are also available.
720 valves have their pressure regulators factory pre-set at 3.5 W.C. for 
natural gas. Uni-Kit models can be converted to L.P. by installing the 
regulator conversion kit (included).
720 series valves feature wiring connections, manual selector and 
adjustments that are all easily accessible on top of the valve. With a 
3-9/16” swing radius, the 720 series lends itself well to replacing many

 

O.E.M. valves. The 720 valves are multi-position and can be mounted in 
any position (except upside down).

SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical Ratings .........................................................24 VAC, .5 amps
Pressure Regulator

Natural Gas 

 ....................................................factory set at 3.5” W.C.

L.P. Gas..........................................................factory set at 11.0” W.C.

Ambient Temperature

 ......................................................-40° to 175°F

Maximum Inlet Pressure ......................................................... 1/2” PSI

REGULATION CAPACITIES

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

SIZE

MIN.

MAX.

  MIN.

MAX.

3/8” x 3/8”

15,000

175,000

15,000

437,000

1/2” x 3/8”

15,000

175,000

15,000

437,000

1/2” x 1/2”

15,000

200,000

15,000

500,000

1/2”x 3/4”

15,000

200,000

15,000

500,000

3/4” x 3/4”

15,000

200,000

15,000

500,000

NATURAL

L.P.

TYPE GAS

CAUTION

THIS DEVICE SHOULD BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED 
TECHNICIAN WITH DUE REGARD FOR SAFETY AS IMPROPER 
INSTALLATION COULD RESULT IN A HAZARDOUS CONDITION.

 

 

        FOR YOUR SAFETY 

IF YOU SMELL GAS: 

(A) turn off gas at line valve or meter, (B) open 

windows, (C) do not touch electrical switches, (D) extinguish all open 
flames, (E) immediately call your gas supplier from neighbors.

To avoid possible injury, fire and 
explosion, please read and follow 
these precautions and all  

 

instructions on the appliance. 
This bulletin is intended as a 
guide to qualified servicemen 

installing or servicing Robertshaw 

Controls. Repairs, adjustments 

and servicing  should be limited 

to the operations listed in this 
bulletin or on the appliance.

Turn off gas supply and electrical power to 

 

equipment before servicing

PIPING

1.  Check replacement valve for multiple outlets (side outlets). If it has 

 

  them, be sure all unused outlets are plugged using the sockets  

  provided.
2.  Pipe or tubing must be clean and free of scale and dirt.
3.  Make sure gas piping is pressure tested before control is connected. 

 

  High pressure can damage control causing a hazardous condition. 

 

  Do not subject control to more than 1/2 PSI, (14” W.C.) inlet 

 

  pressure.

Summary of Contents for 720 SERIES

Page 1: ... 175 000 15 000 437 000 1 2 x 1 2 15 000 200 000 15 000 500 000 1 2 x 3 4 15 000 200 000 15 000 500 000 3 4 x 3 4 15 000 200 000 15 000 500 000 NATURAL L P TYPE GAS CAUTION THIS DEVICE SHOULD BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN WITH DUE REGARD FOR SAFETY AS IMPROPER INSTALLATION COULD RESULT IN A HAZARDOUS CONDITION For Your Safety IF YOU SMELL GAS A turn off gas at line valve or meter B open w...

Page 2: ... into the control using fitting provided and tighten for a gas tight seal WIRING DO NOT short gas valve terminals This will damage wall thermostat and void warranty Check the system for the proper transformer by comparing the VA ratings of the transformer and the system The system rating is determined by multiplying the voltage draw times the amp draw Normally 20VA transformers are sufficient for ...

Page 3: ...or explosion 5 WARNING The gas control must be replaced if it has been exposed to water INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CON T OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Turn wall thermostat to its lowest setting Remove burner access panel s Selector arm must only be operated by hand see below DO NOT use pliers wrenches or other tools to operate the arm The selector arm cannot be moved into the off position without first ...

Page 4: ...h small screwdriver rotate adjustment screw B clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease pressure to comply with manufacturer s specifications 4 Replace regulator adjustment screw cap A REGULATOR CONVERSION CAUTION Main burner and pilot orifices must be changed when regulator is converted from one type of gas to another The 720 series valves can be converted from natural to L P by insta...

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