Honeywell VR8215S Installation Instructions Manual
Honeywell VR8215S Installation Instructions Manual

Honeywell VR8215S Installation Instructions Manual

Single & two stage; direct ignition gas controls
VR8215S,T Single Stage
VR8215Q,N Two Stage
Direct Ignition Gas Controls
APPLICATION
The VR8215S,T Single Stage and VR8215Q,N Two
Stage Direct Ignition Gas Controls are used in gas-
fired appliances with up to 150 ft
wc pressure drop on natural gas. They have been
optimized for direct ignition applications and include
a on/off switch and a pressure regulator.
Size
Inlet x
Outlet
Model
(in. NPT)
VR8215
1/2 x 1/2
a
Capacity based on 1000 Btu/ft
natural gas at 0.25 kPa pressure drop).
b
Minimum regulation for LP gas is 30,000 Btu/h (0.85 m
Table 2. Gas Capacity Conversion Factor.
Gas
Specific Gravity
Manufactured
Mixed
Propane
Table 3. Model Number Suffix Letter Designation.
Model Number
Regulation
Suffix Letter
Single Stage
Two Stage
Options:
3/16 in. (4.8 mm) and 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) male quick-
connect ground terminals.
Barbed vent fittings for seated combustion:
Single stage: 1/8 in. (3.2 mm) and 1/4 in. (6.4 mm)
Two stage: 1/4 in. (6.4 mm)

SPECIFICATIONS

Body Pattern: Straight through; see Table 1 for inlet
and outlet size.
3
/hr capacity at 1 in.
Table 1. Valve Capacity.
AGA Certified Capacity
for Natural Gas
3
3
ft
/hr
m
150
4.25
3
, 0.64 sp gr natural gas at 1 in. wc pressure drop (37.3 MJ/m
Multiply Listed
Capacity By
0.60
0.516
0.70
0.765
1.53
1.62
Pressure
Regulator Type
S
Standard
T
Slow Opening
Q
Standard
N
Slow Opening
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
• Valve capacities are shown in Table 1.
• Table 2 provides gas capacity conversion factors.
• For suffix letter designation, see Table 3.
a
AGA Certified
Minimum Regulation
for Natural Gas
3
/hr
ft
/hr
m
b
0.42
15
3
/hr).
Electrical Ratings:
Voltage and Frequency: 24 Vac, 50/60 Hz.
Current Draw:
Single Stage: 0.5 A.
Two Stage: 0.9 A.
Field Wiring:
Single Stage: Two 1/4 in. spade quick-connect terminals.
Two Stage: Molex and spade quick-connect terminals
Capacity: See Table 1.
Conversion:
Use conversion factors in Table 2 to convert
capacities for other gases.
Regulation Range: See Table 6.
Natural-LP Gas Conversion Kits: See Table 4.
Approvals:
CSA Design Certificate #112395.
(-40 °F to +175 °F; -40 °C to +79 °C)
Australian Gas Association Certificate #7960.
(single stage only) (-20 °C to +79 °C only)
Outlet: Class 2, Grade 20 pressure regulator
Auto shutoff valve function: Class 3
AGA Certified
Maximum Regulation
for Natural Gas
3
3
/hr
ft
/hr
200
(two 1/4 in. and one 3/16 in.).
3
m
/hr
5.66
3
, 0.64 sp gr
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  • Page 1: Specifications

    VR8215Q,N Two Stage Direct Ignition Gas Controls INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS APPLICATION The VR8215S,T Single Stage and VR8215Q,N Two • Valve capacities are shown in Table 1. Stage Direct Ignition Gas Controls are used in gas- • Table 2 provides gas capacity conversion factors.
  • Page 2: Planning The Installation

    VR8215S,T SINGLE STAGE VR8215Q,N TWO STAGE DIRECT IGNITION GAS CONTROLS Table 4. Natural-LP Gas Conversion Kits. Model Number Suffix Letter Kit to Convert Natural Gas to LP Kit to Convert LP to Natural Gas S, T 396221 396222 Q, N...
  • Page 3: Install Bushings To Control

    VR8215S,T SINGLE STAGE VR8215Q,N TWO STAGE DIRECT IGNITION GAS CONTROLS Install Piping to Control CAUTION All piping must comply with local codes and Equipment Damage Hazard. ordinances or with the National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI Can burn out thermostat or transformer.
  • Page 4 VR8215S,T SINGLE STAGE VR8215Q,N TWO STAGE DIRECT IGNITION GAS CONTROLS IMPORTANT All wiring must comply with applicable electri- DROP PIPED cal codes and ordinances. HORIZONTAL CONTROL SUPPLY WARNING RISER Electrical Shock Hazard or Equipment CONTROL Damage Hazard. PIPED Can cause serious injury, death or equipment 3 IN.
  • Page 5: Startup And Checkout

    VR8215S,T SINGLE STAGE VR8215Q,N TWO STAGE DIRECT IGNITION GAS CONTROLS 3. Light the main burner. Stand clear of the main DUAL VALVE S89C,G,J/S890C,G,J burner while lighting to prevent injury caused COMBINATION HOT SURFACE from hidden leaks that could cause flashback in...
  • Page 6: Check Safety Shutdown Performance

    VR8215S,T SINGLE STAGE VR8215Q,N TWO STAGE DIRECT IGNITION GAS CONTROLS 4. If necessary, adjust the pressure regulator to NOTE: When using the VR8215T or VR8215N, match the appliance rating. the specified ignition control safety 5. If the desired outlet pressure or flow rate cannot lockout time must exceed 8.5 seconds...
  • Page 7: If Main Burner Does Not Come On With Call For Heat

    VR8215S,T SINGLE STAGE VR8215Q,N TWO STAGE DIRECT IGNITION GAS CONTROLS SERVICE Regular preventive maintenance is important in applications in the commercial cooking and agricultural and industrial industries that place a heavy load on system controls because: WARNING • In many such applications, particularly commercial cooking, the equipment operates 100,000 to Fire or Explosion Hazard.
  • Page 8: Converting Gas Control From Natural Gas To Lp Gas (Or Lp Gas To Natural Gas)

    VR8215S,T SINGLE STAGE VR8215Q,N TWO STAGE DIRECT IGNITION GAS CONTROLS CONVERTING GAS CONTROL FROM NATURAL GAS TO LP GAS (OR LP GAS TO NATURAL GAS) WARNING Fire Or Explosion Hazard. Can cause property damage, severe injury or death. 1. Always change the main orifices when converting from natural to LP gas or from LP to natural gas.
  • Page 9 VR8215S,T SINGLE STAGE VR8215Q,N TWO STAGE DIRECT IGNITION GAS CONTROLS Two Stage 6. Rotate regulator assembly 6 turns to reach a nominal high fire setting of approximately To convert from one gas to another: 3.5 inches WC. 1. Turn off gas supply at the appliance service 7.
  • Page 10 VR8215S,T SINGLE STAGE VR8215Q,N TWO STAGE DIRECT IGNITION GAS CONTROLS 1. Consult the appliance manufacturer's instruc- tions to obtain the high and low fire regulator pressure settings. 2. Install the regulator spring and regulator adjust- CONVERSION TOOL • 7/16 HEX ment as per the conversion instructions above.
  • Page 11: Instructions To The Homeowner

    VR8215S,T SINGLE STAGE VR8215Q,N TWO STAGE DIRECT IGNITION GAS CONTROLS INSTRUCTIONS TO THE HOMEOWNER To Turn ON Appliance WARNING Fire or Explosion Hazard. STOP! Read the Warnings Can cause property damage, severe injury, or death. Above Before Proceeding. Follow these warnings exactly: 1.
  • Page 12 VR8215S,T SINGLE STAGE VR8215Q,N TWO STAGE DIRECT IGNITION GAS CONTROLS WEEE Directive: At the end of their useful life the packaging and product should be disposed of by a suitable recycling centre. Do not dispose of with normal household waste.

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