
2 G—G861 Series Integrated Function Direct Spark Ignition Control Technical Bulletin
Table 1: Specifications
Ignition Type
Direct
Ignition Source
High voltage spark, capacitive discharge
High Voltage Cable Length
1,220 mm ( 48 in.) maximum
Flame Detection Means
Flame rectification
Flame Detection Types
Remote sensing
Minimum Flame Current
Flame Threshold Current (I
TH
)
Insufficient Flame
Marginal Flame
Good Flame
0.250 microampere
±
25%
Flame current <I
TH
I
TH
< flame current <4 x I
TH
Flame current >4 x I
TH
Flame Failure Response Time
0.8 second @ 0.500 microampere flame current
Spark Gap
3.17 mm (0.125 in.) nominal
Ignition Trials
3
Ignition Trial Time
7, 8, 10, or 11 seconds*
Prepurge Time
0, 10, or 30 seconds*
Postpurge
15, 30, or 45 seconds*
Interpurge
10 seconds*
Automatic Retry Delay Period
60 minutes*
Flameout Recycles
16 including the initial ignition trial
Circulator/Blower “On Delay”
30 seconds*
Circulator/Blower “Off Delay”
90, 120, 180, or 240 seconds*
Power Requirements
Line Voltage
120 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Control:
24 VAC, 50/60 Hz, nominal
Operation Current: 0.3A @ 24 VAC
Contact Rating
Main Valve:
2A continuous at 24 VAC, 5A inrush
Inducer:
2A continuous, 120 VAC
Blower:
1/3 hp (7.20 FLA), 125 VAC
Ambient Operating and Storage
Temperature
-40 to 70
°
C (-40 to 160
°
F)
Humidity
95% RH non-condensing
Wiring Connections
Spark:
Spike, rajah, or 1/4 in. male tab
Types of Gas
Natural, Liquefied Petroleum (LP), manufactured, mixed,
or LP gas-air mixture
Packaging
Bulk pack supplied to original equipment manufacturer
(individual pack optional).
Bulk Pack Quantity
24
Bulk Pack Weight
8 kg (18 lb)
Agency Listing
CSA (AGA/CGA) Certificate Number 11250-7
Specification Standards
ANSI Standard Z21.20
CSA C22.2-No. 199
*Timings listed are for 60 Hz operations. Timings increase by 20% under 50 Hz operation.
The performance specifications are nominal and conform to acceptable industry
standards. For application at conditions beyond these specifications, consult the local
Johnson Controls office. Johnson Controls, Inc. shall not be liable for damages resulting
from misapplication or misuse of its products.
Refer to the G861 Product Bulletin (LIT-4350440) for necessary information on operating and
performance specifications of this product.