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Document No. 155-253P25 

TB 239

 

December 9, 2003 

 

Calibration Kit for Room and Duct 
Thermostats 

 

Product Number 

832-177 

 

 

 

 

Caution Notation 

CAUTION: 

 

Equipment damage or loss of data may occur if you do not 
follow procedures as specified. 

 

Description 

This kit contains the equipment required to test pneumatic room and duct thermostats 
and pneumatic devices such as valve or damper actuators or positioning relays. 
Table 1 lists the items contained in the calibration kit. 

Table 1.  Calibration Kit Parts List. 

Item 

Description 

Quantity 

Reference 

Dial thermometer 

Figure 1 

Baumanometer 

Figure 2 

Dual scale pressure gauge 0 to 30 psi and 0 to 200 kPa 

Figure 3 

1/16-inch (1.6 mm) hex Allen wrench 

Figure 4 

1/4-inch (6.4 mm) OD plastic tubing, 2-3/4-inch (70 mm) long 

Figure 5 

1/4-inch (6.4 mm) OD plastic tubing plug 

Figure 6 

1/4-inch (6.4 mm) OD by 1/4-inch (6.4 mm) OD plastic by  
1/8-inch (3.2 mm) NPT brass tee 

Figure 7 

3/16-inch (4.8 mm) ID rubber tubing, 12 inches (305 mm) long 

Figure 8 

Calibration Tool Kit (Part Number 832-178) 

TB 240 

 

Dial Thermometer 

The dial thermometer is used to determine 
the ambient temperature at the thermostat 
sensing element. 

 

Figure 1.  Dial Thermometer. 

Baumanometer 

The baumanometer is a squeeze bulb with 
a restrictor type shut-off valve. It is used if 
a source of air pressure is not available or 
if a gradual air pressure change is required 
to operate a pneumatic device such as a 
valve or damper actuator. 

 

Figure 2.  Baumanometer. 

 
Item Number TB 239, Rev. 020

 

Summary of Contents for Powers 832-177

Page 1: ... 0 to 30 psi and 0 to 200 kPa 1 Figure 3 4 1 16 inch 1 6 mm hex Allen wrench 1 Figure 4 5 1 4 inch 6 4 mm OD plastic tubing 2 3 4 inch 70 mm long 2 Figure 5 6 1 4 inch 6 4 mm OD plastic tubing plug 2 Figure 6 7 1 4 inch 6 4 mm OD by 1 4 inch 6 4 mm OD plastic by 1 8 inch 3 2 mm NPT brass tee 1 Figure 7 8 3 16 inch 4 8 mm ID rubber tubing 12 inches 305 mm long 2 Figure 8 9 Calibration Tool Kit Part...

Page 2: ... mm OD plastic tubing is used to make connections between rubber tubing and barbed fittings Figure 5 1 4 Inch 6 4 mm OD Plastic Tubing Tubing Plug The tubing plug is used to plug pressurized 1 4 inch 6 4 mm OD plastic tubing air lines that have been disconnected during calibration Figure 6 Tubing Plug Brass Tee The brass tee holds the pressure gauge and connects the baumanometer Figure 2 to the co...

Page 3: ...mostat 23 Free Energy Band TH193 HC Hesitation Room Thermostat 27 TH 180D and TH 180R Single Temperature Room Thermostats Required Tools Small flat blade screwdriver not included Nozzle Wrench Cover Screw and Calibration Wrench Dial Thermometer Pressure Gauge Assembly see Figure 9 Thermometer Calibration 1 Verify that the room temperature is between 70 F and 80 F 21 C and 27 C 2 Remove cover using...

Page 4: ... 8 psi 48 2 kPa to 55 1 kPa turn the nozzle with the Nozzle wrench until it does If less than 7 psi to 8 psi turn the nozzle counterclockwise If greater than 7psi to 8 psi turn the nozzle clockwise 7 Replace thermostat cover and secure the two screws The thermostat is now in calibration and the setpoint adjustment can be changed to the desired room temperature Changing Sensitivity NOTE To change t...

Page 5: ...t cover and tighten the two screws Control pressure remains at maximum 25 psi to 30 psi 172 2 kPa to 206 7 kPa 1 Use a flat blade screwdriver to gently push the center leg of the bi metal away from the throttling pin 2 If the control pressure does not drop to approximately 1 2 psi 3 4 kPa check for a clogged nozzle or a sticking throttling pin NOTE Replacement parts are no longer available for thi...

Page 6: ...h 3 Invert cover and place the Cover screw and calibration wrench in the center of the coil of spiral and carefully rotate until the pointer tip indicates the correct room temperature See Figure 11 NOTE Do not breathe on or touch the bi metal element to avoid influencing the temperature reading Figure 11 TH 182 HC Thermostat Details Thermostat Calibration The thermostat is factory calibrated to pa...

Page 7: ... into the center of the setpoint dial and turning to the desired temperature 4 Construct the Pressure gauge assembly as shown in Figure 9 5 Loosen the test screw approximately 1 2 turn Place the pressure gauge hose over the test port body Stand away from the thermostat for approximately five minutes to prevent body heat temperature influence 6 If the control pressure gauge does not read 7 psi to 8...

Page 8: ... Remove the gaskets and restriction plate 7 Clean the restriction hole with compressed air 8 Replace the gasket restriction plate rubber gasket and cover 9 Tighten screws 10 Replace thermostat cover and tighten the two screws If control pressure remains at maximum 18 or 25 psi 124 0 or 172 2 kPa 1 Test both the heating and cooling supply pressures since either nozzle could be clogged 2 Use a flat ...

Page 9: ...is approximately 2 1 4 psi per degree Fahrenheit 27 9 kPa per degree Celsius Any change in temperature setting or sensitivity of the heating side does not affect the cooling setting and vice versa Day Setting Calibration Use 18 psi 124 1 kPa air supply right bi metal 1 Verify that the room temperature is between 70 F and 80 F 21 C and 27 C 2 Remove the thermostat cover using the Cover screw and ca...

Page 10: ...si 172 4 kPa To latch lock in the selector its handle must point down This position is stamped DAY on the cover To operate push the selector in toward the thermostat until it latches To return to night setting rotate the handle until it unlatches and comes out to its normal position This position is stamped AUTO on the cover Changing Sensitivity To change the sensitivity carefully move the sensiti...

Page 11: ...e remains at maximum 18 or 25 psi 124 0 or 172 2 kPa 1 Test both the day and night supply pressures since either nozzle could be clogged 2 Use a flat blade screwdriver to gently push the center leg of the bi metal away from the throttling pin 3 If the control pressure does not drop to approximately 1 2 psi check for a clogged nozzle or a sticking throttling pin NOTE Replacement parts are no longer...

Page 12: ...control pressure does not read 7 psi to 8 psi 48 kPa to 55 kPa turn adjustment screw with the D Adjustment Key as follows If less than 7 psi to 8 psi 48 kPa to 55 kPa turn the adjustment screw clockwise If greater than 7 psi to 8 psi 48 kPa to 55 kPa turn the adjustment screw counterclockwise If there is no change in pressure the thermostat is not functioning and should be replaced with Part Numbe...

Page 13: ... actual room temperature The test gauge should then read 7 psi to 8 psi 48 to 55 kPa If this is not the case turn the adjusting post using the D Adjustment Key as follows If less than 7 psi to 8 psi 48 kPa to 55 kPa turn the adjustment screw counterclockwise If greater than 7 psi to 8 psi 48 kPa to 55 kPa turn the adjustment screw clockwise If there is no change in pressure the thermostat is not f...

Page 14: ...s not return to the left hand side when the supply pressure is 18 psi 124 kPa the tension of spring will have to be increased by turning the adjustment spring retainer clockwise About one complete turn of the adjustment spring retainer clockwise will increase the pressure change about 1 psi 7 kPa For example If the manual reset lever is returned to the day setting at 17 1 2 psi 120 6 kPa system pr...

Page 15: ...y Adjustment The factory thermostat sensitivity setting is approximately 2 5 psi F 31 kPa C To change the sensitivity use a flat blade screwdriver to carefully move the sensitivity slide see Figure 15 to the desired position as follows Graduation closest to the rigid end of the bi metal element 4 psi F 50 kPa C Graduation closest to the minimum MIN end of the bi metal element 1 psi F 12 kPa C CAUT...

Page 16: ...Allow the thermostat to stand for about five minutes to adjust to the new setting 4 Moisten the needle and insert the test gauge and needle adapter in the output pressure test port see Figure 15 Read the control pressure 5 If the control pressure gauge does not read 7 to 8 psi 48 2 kPa to 55 1 kPa turn the calibration screw with the Cover screw and calibration wrench or 1 8 inch wrench until it do...

Page 17: ...d adjusted to occur between 14 psi and 22 psi 96 kPa and 152 kPa 1 Connect a pressure gauge or a manometer to measure the supply pressure to the thermostat Use 30 psi 207 kPa supply through a positioning switch so pressure can be fully variable 2 Determine the current changeover point Turn the cooling dial so that the cooling and heating control pressures are different Then note the changeover poi...

Page 18: ... not already done remove the thermostat cover using the Cover screw and calibration wrench 2 Use a needle nose pliers to pull the limit stop tab see Figure 16 3 Rotate the limit stop to its new position 4 Reposition between the setpoint cam gear teeth Do not pull the limit stop any more than necessary to clear the gear teeth 5 Repeat with second limit stop tab NOTE Changing the limit stop position...

Page 19: ...and 27 C 2 Verify that the supply pressure is 25 psi 172 kPa Set the heating dial to the room temperature by turning the exposed adjustment knob Allow the thermostat to stand for about five minutes to adjust to the new setting 3 Moisten the needle and insert the test gauge and needle adapter in the output pressure test port see Figure 16 Read the control pressure 4 If the control pressure gauge do...

Page 20: ...able to occur between 14 psi and 22 psi 96 kPa and 152 kPa 1 Connect a pressure gauge or a manometer to measure the supply pressure to the thermostat Use 30 psi 207 kPa supply through a positioning switch so pressure can be fully variable 2 Determine the current changeover point Turn the cooling dial so that the cooling and heating control pressures are different Then note the changeover point on ...

Page 21: ...f not already done remove the thermostat cover using the Cover Screw and Calibration Wrench 2 Use a needle nose pliers to pull the limit stop tab see Figure 17 3 Rotate the limit stop to its new position 4 Reposition between the setpoint cam gear teeth Do not pull the limit stop any more than necessary to clear the gear teeth 5 Repeat with second limit stop tab NOTE Changing the limit stop positio...

Page 22: ... let the pressure stabilize 8 Verify that the pressure is between 7 psi to 8 psi 48 kPa to 55 kPa The Day calibration is now complete Proceed to Night Calibration Night Setting Calibration 1 Verify that the room temperature is between 70 F and 80 F 21 C and 27 C 2 Verify that the supply pressure is 18 psi to 25 psi 124 kPa to 172 kPa Set the night left dial to the room temperature by turning the e...

Page 23: ...e center of the thermometer assembly see Figure 18 Carefully rotate the thermometer assembly until the pointer tip indicates the correct room temperature Figure 18 Free Energy Band TH193 HC Thermostat Details NOTE Do not breathe on or touch the bi metal element to avoid influencing the temperature reading Sensitivity Adjustment The factory thermostat sensitivity setting is approximately 2 5 psi F ...

Page 24: ...are both at 72 F 22 C No adjustments are required if these settings are appropriate If the thermostat has been tampered with the sensitivity changed or it is out of adjustment recalibrate the instrument The output pressure test port see Figure 18 is accessible without removing the thermostat cover through the eighth opening NOTE For one pipe thermostats the test port is on the right side For two p...

Page 25: ...rclockwise 6 Remove the wrench and let the pressure stabilize 7 Verify that the pressure is between 7 psi to 8 psi 48 kPa to 55 kPa The cooling calibration is now complete Proceed to Heating Calibration Heating Calibration 1 Verify that the room temperature is between 70 F and 80 F 21 C and 27 C 2 Verify that the supply pressure is 18 psi to 25 psi 124 kPa to 172 kPa Set the heating dial left to t...

Page 26: ...ling or 25 psi heating 124 or 172 kPa Use the Dual Scale Pressure Gauge and Pressure Tap Needle to measure the control pressure at the output test port see Figure 18 The output pressure test port is accessible without removing the thermostat cover through the eighth opening from the top as follows NOTE For one pipe thermostats the test port is on the right side For two pipe thermostats the test po...

Page 27: ... of the thermometer assembly see Figure 19 Carefully rotate the thermometer assembly until the pointer tip indicates the correct room temperature Figure 19 Free Energy Band TH193 HC Hesitation Thermostat Details NOTE Do not breathe on or touch the bi metal element to avoid influencing the temperature reading Sensitivity Adjustment The factory thermostat sensitivity setting is approximately 2 5 psi...

Page 28: ...th at 72 F 22 C No adjustments are required if these settings are appropriate If the thermostat has been tampered with the sensitivity changed or it is out of adjustment use the following steps to recalibrate the instrument The output pressure test port see Figure 19 is accessible without removing the thermostat cover through the eighth opening NOTE For Free Energy Band TH193 HC Hesitation Thermos...

Page 29: ... the calibration screw clockwise If greater than the required pressure turn the calibration screw counterclockwise 7 Remove the wrench and let the pressure stabilize 8 Verify that the pressure is correct The cooling calibration is now complete Proceed to Heating Calibration Heating Calibration 1 Verify that the room temperature is between 70 F and 80 F 21 C and 27 C 2 Verify that the supply pressu...

Page 30: ...perature 2 Adjust the relief valve using the Cover screw and calibration wrench until the control pressure is at the dead band output pressure see Figure 19 Adjust counterclockwise to increase pressure Adjust clockwise to decrease pressure 3 Set the heating and cooling dials to the desired setpoints The dead band is between these two setpoints 4 Replace the thermostat cover and tighten the two scr...

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