Benchmark with Edge [I]: Operation-Maintenance Manual
SECTION 6
– MODES OF OPERATION
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SECTION 6.
STANDALONE MODES OF OPERATION
The descriptions and instructions in this chapter apply to
Standalone
units
only
; the unit cannot
be a BST Client or BST Manager.
To verify that the unit is
not
a BST Client or Manager, go to
:
Main Menu
→
Advanced Setup
→
BST Cascade
→
Cascade Configuration
, then verify that
Unit Mode
=
Off
.
For instructions on configuring BST modes of operation, see Chapter 7:
Boiler Sequencing
Technology
, below
Benchmark standalone boilers are capable of being operated in any one of six different modes.
The following sections provide descriptions of each of these operating modes. Each boiler is
shipped from the factory tested and configured for the ordered mode of operation. All
temperature related parameters are at their factory default values, which work well in most
applications. However, it may be necessary to change certain parameters to customize the unit
to the system environment. After reading this section, parameters can be customized to suit the
needs of the specific application.
6.1 OUTDOOR AIR RESET MODE
The
Outdoor Air Reset
operating mode is based on outside air temperatures. As the outside
air temperature decreases, the supply header temperature will increase and vice versa. For this
mode, it is necessary to install an outside air sensor.
To enable this operating mode:
1. Go to
Main Menu
→
Advanced Setup
→
Unit
→
Unit Application Configuration
.
2. Set the
Unit Application
parameter to
SH
.
3. Set the
Unit SH Operating Mode
parameter to
Outdoor Reset
.
4. Set the
Outdoor Air Temp Sens
parameter to
Network
,
Direct
or
BAS
.
6.1.1
Outdoor Air Temperature Sensor Installation
The outdoor air temperature sensor must be mounted on the North side of the building in an
area where the average outside air temperature is expected. The sensor must be shielded from
the sun's direct rays, as well as direct impingement by the elements. If a cover or shield is used,
it must allow free air circulation. The sensor may be mounted
up to 200 feet (61m)
from the
unit. connections are made at the Input/Output (I/O) Box on the front of the boiler.
The Outdoor Air Temp Sensor must be connected to the I/O board strip J3, terminals 1 (labeled
Outside Temp +)
and 2 (
Outside Temp
–
). Use shielded 18 to 22 AWG wire for connections.
For additional information on wiring see to Section 2.11.1:
Outdoor Air & Air Sensor Common
in
the
Benchmark 750-6000 with Edge [i]: Install-Startup Manual
(OMM-0144, GF-217).