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MAXITROL GV60 IGNITION SYSTEM
TROUBLESHOOTING

Maxitrol GV60

Diagram 14

-To test for power at the fan, set meter to AC voltage, in a range of 200VAC and place one probe on 
each of the fan terminals.  Reading should be 120 VAC on high.  See list on page 16 for expected 
voltages at other speeds.

Summary of Contents for Maxitrol GV60

Page 1: ...SimTech Troubleshooting Guide Surefire Electronic Ignition Systems ProFlame 1 ProFlame 2 Maxitrol GV60 To be used by FPI trained service technicians 919 758 03 08 17...

Page 2: ...designed to operate on 110 120V power Batteries are for back up purposes only WARNING RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK USE CAUTION WHEN CONDUCTING TESTS WARNING USE CAUTION WHEN TESTING AND OPERATING APPLIAN...

Page 3: ...this guide 4 S I T Proflame 1 Troubleshooting Guide 5 S I T ProFlame 1 Remote Control Functionality 17 S I T Proflame II Troubleshooting Guide 30 S I T ProFlame 2 Remote Control Functionality 43 Maxit...

Page 4: ...Surefire Electronic Ignition System SIT ProFlame 2 Continuity Volts AC Volts DC Amps Ohms VAC VDC ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS USED IN THIS GUIDE INSPECT VERIFY TEST Troubleshooting Motto 4...

Page 5: ...S I T PROFLAME 1 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 5 5 SUREFIRE ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM S I T PROFLAME 1 TROUBLESHOOTING SimTech Proflame I...

Page 6: ...und wire connects to the valve The ground connected to CN2 on the DFC is connected to the chassis ground lug then grounded to the pilot area Diagram 5 7 Is a spark visible at CN3 electrode connection...

Page 7: ...flame sensor If pilot is steady replace the DFC Module See Diagram 13A for potential causes for flame sensor not to prove Pilot is lit but Igniter continues to spark YES 1 Confirm battery voltage See...

Page 8: ...connector for breaks or abrasion Pilot Ground Clip Clean ground contact points from hood to assembly Diagram 2 Confirm the igniter wire is properly connected and check for any breaks in the wire or co...

Page 9: ...connection at the 1 and 3 positions If the reading is 4 4 vdc or less replace the batteries VOLTS DC TEST VDC If the A C adapter is connected check the 2 red and 3 black positions The reading should...

Page 10: ...installed by the manufacturer Diagram 6 Remove the spark electrode wire from CN3 Connect a jumper wire to the exposed spade terminal Hold the opposite end of the jumper 1 8 away from ground and turn t...

Page 11: ...check voltage at the switch Switch must be in off position The reading should be approximately 3 vdc If no voltage proceed to the next step Diagram 8 VOLTS DC TEST VDC Check the voltage at the DFC Swi...

Page 12: ...agram 9 CONTINUITY TEST Ohms Put the switch in the CPI constant pilot closed position Disconnect the switch and check for continuity Diagram 10 VOLTS DC TEST VDC Check the blue and white CPI IPI wires...

Page 13: ...ow resistance replace the valve Diagram 12 VOLTS DC TEST VDC With system complete conduct the following test Check voltage at EV1 pilot coil with the orange wire connected to the valve With the leads...

Page 14: ...ers tight and keep run as straight as possible Gas Supply Issues See each units manuals for required pressure Ensure Sediment Trap Drip Leg is installed in supply line prior to the gas valve SIT requi...

Page 15: ...flame I Diagram 14 CONTINUITY TEST Ohms Check continuity resistance of the EV2 main burner coil Disconnect the green wire from EV2 It should read approximately 340 ohms 20 ohms If there is no continui...

Page 16: ...leads in place switch the unit on For approximately 2 seconds the voltage should read 4 6 vdc then drops to 5 1 vdc If there is voltage replace the valve If there is not voltage replace the DFC Diagr...

Page 17: ...DFC Set multi meter to volts DC Place one lead at the 2 Red and one lead to 3 Black While 4 4 vdc is the min voltage to operate it is recommended to change the batteries at 5 vdc or less Diagram 22 R...

Page 18: ...ontinuity or high resistance replace the modulator Diagram 27 1 A fan is not an option selected be sure the handheld is GTMF or GTMFS 2 Is the Fan Control Module FCM plugged in and is there power to t...

Page 19: ...19 19 SUREFIRE ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM S I T PROFLAME 1 TROUBLESHOOTING SimTech Proflame I SIT Pro Flame Remote Download Video of Pro Flame Features...

Page 20: ...ws Manual Mode on high The photo on the right shows Manual Mode on flame level 4 Diagram 17 Check to ensure the receiver switch is set to the remote position In center Set to Remote Position In Center...

Page 21: ...IC IGNITION SYSTEM S I T PROFLAME 1 TROUBLESHOOTING SimTech Proflame I Icon indicates SMART Mode Icon indicates Thermostat Mode Thermostat Key Diagram 18A This example shows the remote in Thermostat m...

Page 22: ...EM S I T PROFLAME 1 TROUBLESHOOTING SimTech Proflame I Diagram 19 This example shows the fan set on level 4 and the 110 Volt Auxiliary mode turned on Fan Icon Indicates Fan is active Auxiliary Accent...

Page 23: ...23 23 SUREFIRE ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM S I T PROFLAME 1 TROUBLESHOOTING SimTech Proflame I Diagram 20 This shows the Low Battery Indicator Low Battery Indicator Blank Screen Nor mally Unlit...

Page 24: ...y voltage at 2 and 3 positions While 4 4 vdc is the minimum voltage to operate it is recom mended to change the batteries at 5 vdc or lower Diagram 23 Check the remote wiring harness green and white w...

Page 25: ...4 Check to ensure the remote wire harness connector is properly attached to the keyed backside of the receiver Diagram 25 If in thermostat mode confirm the set temperature is higher than the room temp...

Page 26: ...es When burner is signaled to come on you should see continuity If not follow the previous troubleshooting flowchart to check the DFC and the valve Diagram 27 Check the flame modulator and connection...

Page 27: ...he modulator for continuity First test the orange and yellow wires at the contact points Second check the black and brown wires The reading should be approximately 26 ohms for each test To Main Power...

Page 28: ...Diagram 30 Confirm the FCM COM plug is properly connected to the Fan Control Module FCM This Way Up Connected to FCM at the COM Port Diagram 31 The photo shows the fan snap disc open cold When it is a...

Page 29: ...TRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM S I T PROFLAME 1 TROUBLESHOOTING SimTech Proflame I Diagram 32 AC Volts Test VAC Measuring the output to the fan from the Fan Control Module FCM Expect 110 vac to 120 vac Use Ca...

Page 30: ...S I T PROFLAME II TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 30 SUREFIRE ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM S I T PROFLAME 2 TROUBLESHOOTING SimTech Proflame II...

Page 31: ...Outlet 6 Main Gas Outlet 7 Main Gas Inlet 1 2 3 4 6 5 7 1 2 3 4 6 5 7 S I T 886 VALVE DESCRIPTION Blue LCD display ON OFF display THERMOSTAT Key UP DOWN Arrow Key MODE Key PROFLAME 2 HANDHELD AND DIS...

Page 32: ...esidetheSW1switch willpulsesteadily Adouble beep will be made by the IFC whenever a command is made when backup batteries are below 4V Flame sense problem If the pilot flame is not detected or the fla...

Page 33: ...ode fully seated into the X2 terminal on the IFC Diagram 5 If no connect and test If connected more to next step 5 Test the X2 spark terminal To test remove the spark electrode lead from the X2 termin...

Page 34: ...1 Confirm that power is available to the IFC Diagram 1 3 2 Ensure green wire is attached to EV2 terminal on valve 3 Test incoming gas pressure Use manometer to verify that minimum incoming fuel press...

Page 35: ...tely 120 VAC If the correct voltage is present see next Step WARNING RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK USE CAUTION WHEN CONDUCTING TESTS Diagram 2 If batteries are being used to operate the system ensure the b...

Page 36: ...IFC terminal connection X5 positions 1 and 2 Reading should be between 5 and 7 VDC If the reading is 4 4 VDC or less replace the batteries If 5V or more see next Step 36 SUREFIRE ELECTRONIC IGNITION S...

Page 37: ...iter wire is properly connected at terminal X2 and check for any breaks in the wire or connector Check Igniter Wire Connection Pilot Assembly is comprised of three parts Pilot hood Splits the flame in...

Page 38: ...from X2 Connect a jumper wire to the exposed spade terminal Hold the opposite end of the jumper 1 8 away from ground and turn the unit on If there is a spark replace the electrode if not replace the I...

Page 39: ...DC in a range of 10V or greater and ensure all connections are made to valve and IFC Place one probe to the EV1 terminal orange and one probe to the valve body ground Turn pilot on and watch meter car...

Page 40: ...s Confirm the flame sensor has continuity If there is no continuity or infinite resistance replace it If continuity is good see next Step 40 SUREFIRE ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM S I T PROFLAME 2 TROUBL...

Page 41: ...ssure Ensure Sediment Trap Drip Leg is installed in supply line prior to the gas valve Measure static and working pressures on inlet and outlet taps Measure Outlet Gas Pressure with unit ON call for h...

Page 42: ...et meter to Volts DC in a range of 10V or greater and ensure all connections are made to valve and IFC Place one probe to the EV2 terminal green and one probe to the valve body ground Turn burner on a...

Page 43: ...the SW1 button on the IFC will pulse three times in intervals To clear lockout remove unit from power for 30 seconds and re connect See error codes pg 5 7 Check receiver wire harness connection 14 pin...

Page 44: ...osition In center Set to Remote Position In Center Receiver Front Cover Receiver Switch Hole marked PRG Coding Button Thermostat Display Off Indicates Manual Mode Remote Handheld ON OFF Button Up Down...

Page 45: ...am 13a Volts DC Test VDC Check the battery voltage at the X5 terminal While 4 4 vdc is the minimum voltage to operate it is recommended to change the batteries at 5 vdc or lower Receiver Batteries Rem...

Page 46: ...e of the receiver Diagram 15 If in thermostat mode confirm the set temperature is higher than the room temperature Keyed Molex Connector Room Temperature Set Point or Required Temperature Thermostat M...

Page 47: ...owest range possible Disconnect modulator from X6 terminal on IFC Plug end of modulator will have access to test on one side Test between the black and brown wires then yellow and orange Diagram 16 Ea...

Page 48: ...r to release the 4 x clips located at the bottom of the IFCs short sides The plastic cover can now be removed allowing access to the board Plug the antenna into the X14 terminal located on the right s...

Page 49: ...ty Test Ohms Check the modulator for continuity First test the orange and yellow wires at the contact points second check the black and brown wires The reading should be approximately 26 ohms for each...

Page 50: ...ire and the other on the black lead your reading should be approximately 120 VAC on HI When testing the lights at X11 set meter to VAC and test between the 2 yellow wires at X11 Should be approximatel...

Page 51: ...Remote Fan OFF Remote HI Diagram 18 Diagram 18a 51 SUREFIRE ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM S I T PROFLAME 2 TROUBLESHOOTING SimTech Proflame II...

Page 52: ...Diagram 19 52 SUREFIRE ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM S I T PROFLAME 2 TROUBLESHOOTING SimTech Proflame II...

Page 53: ...MAXITROL GV60 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 53 MAXITROL GV60 IGNITION SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING Maxitrol GV60...

Page 54: ...Receiver has auto re setting poly fuse Ensure the Receiver antenna and spark electrode wire are separated and not crossed See Diagram 3 If so separate wait 5 minutes for fuse to reset and test fire ag...

Page 55: ...ain See Diagram 9 5 Remove spark electrode from receiver Attach a jumper to the Spark terminal on the receiver and hold other end of jumper 1 8 away from ground and turn unit on See Diagram 12 Should...

Page 56: ...in burner will not light Yes 1 Ensure gas valve Manual knob is in the ON position See Diagram 11 If OFF turn to ON and test again 2 Check 8 wire umbilical cable Ensure it is fully seated into receiver...

Page 57: ...DC in the lowest possible range above 10VDC Place positive probe on the left most pin of the 5 pin connector at the Receiver Place negative probe to ground valve body ground lug or bare metal of chass...

Page 58: ...ange above 10 VDC With the AC adaptor plugged in place the Positive probe inside plug tip and Place the Negative probe on exterior of plug tip Meter should read approximately 6 7 VDC If NO voltage out...

Page 59: ...or small screwdriver tip to press and hold the RESET button on the receiver until two beeps are heard Diagram 2 Within 20 seconds press and hold the flame down button small flame on the handheld tran...

Page 60: ...ains a self re setting fuse that can be tripped when started with spark electrode and Receiver Antenna crossed Separate wires wait 5 minutes for fuse to re set and test again Diagram 4 Upon a call for...

Page 61: ...ase Both can lead to pilot drop out and or nuisance shut downs When installing Interrupter block and Thermocouple tighten by hand only and then ONLY ad ditional turn by wrench See Diagram 3 4a If dama...

Page 62: ...t a Set meter to mV DC in lowest range possible b Place Positive probe on Yellow terminal at receiver c Place Negative probe to ground valve body ground lug or bare metal of chassis d Turn fireplace o...

Page 63: ...ositive probe on valve ground lug See Diagram 8 for location c Place Negative probe to the yellow wire terminal on the 5 wire connector to the receiver See Diagram 8a for location d Meter should read...

Page 64: ...lace spark electrode Diagram 10 Test Thermocouple output a Set meter to mV DC in lowest range available b Turn on pilot For manual operation see Diagram 5 c Place Positive probe on the RED spade conne...

Page 65: ...ove Spark Electrode from Receiver b Attach a jumper to the Spark terminal on Receiver c Hold the other end of the jumper 1 8 away from ground Bare metal of chassis d Turn unit on Receiver should beep...

Page 66: ...e the red LED will be lit If power is not available and LED is not be lit ensure the unit is plugged in and that the outlet has power Diagram 12 12a Tests the fan control module for incoming power It...

Page 67: ...67 MAXITROL GV60 IGNITION SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING Maxitrol GV60 Diagram 12 Diagram 12a If power 120 VAC is available at the fan control module the red LED will be lit...

Page 68: ...m 13a To test for power coming in to the Fan control module remove the 4 wire Molex from the fan control module Set meter to AC voltage in a range of 200VAC and place one probe in the end of each blac...

Page 69: ...TING Maxitrol GV60 Diagram 14 To test for power at the fan set meter to AC voltage in a range of 200VAC and place one probe on each of the fan terminals Reading should be 120 VAC on high See list on p...

Page 70: ...70 July 2017 Product Specifications Book NOTES...

Page 71: ...Technical Contact Number 844 REG FIRE 844 734 3473 Toll Free Number is for DEALER USE ONLY Do not give out to consumers...

Page 72: ...Regency Fireplace Products LTD 6988 Venture Street Delta BC V4G 1H4 Canada www regency fire com To be used by FPI trained Service Technicians...

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