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HydroTherm KN SERIES User Manual

HydroTherm KN SERIES
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IOMKN2-508
IN UNITED STATES: 260 NORTH ELM ST. • WESTFIELD, MA 01085 • (413) 564-5515 • FAX (413) 568-9613
IN CANADA: 7555 TRANMERE DRIVE • MISSISSAUGA, ONT. L5S 1L4 • (905) 672-2991 • FAX (905) 672-2883
www.hydrothermkn.com
CAUTION: Do not use automotive anti-freeze in the boiler waterways. If the use of antifreeze is necessary an
anti-freeze specifi cally formulated for hydronic heating systems must be used or damage to the boiler may
occur voiding the warranty!
INSTALLER, THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO BE AFFIXED ADJACENT TO THE BOILER / WATER HEATER.
CONSUMER, RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE PURPOSES.
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fi re or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Do not store or use gasoline or other fl ammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch. Do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fi re department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualifi ed installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
DESIGNED AND TESTED ACCORDING TO A.S.M.E. BOILER AND PRESSURE VESSEL
CODE, SECTION IV FOR A MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE WORKING PRESSURE OF 100 PSI,
700 kPa, WATER.
MEA #444-05-E MASS Plumbers #G1-06-04-28
Advanced Thermal Hydronics
KN SERIES GAS BOILER
WITH CONTROL
INSTALLATION & OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS

Questions and Answers:

HydroTherm KN SERIES Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHydroTherm
ModelKN SERIES
CategoryBoiler
LanguageEnglish

Summary

RATINGS & CAPACITIES

BOILER LOCATION

COMBUSTION AIR & VENTILATION

All Air From Inside The Building

Requirements for air supply from within the building.

All Air From Outside The Building

Requirements for air supply from outdoors via ducts.

Direct Intake Air Option - General

Using dedicated pipes for combustion air intake.

Direct Intake Air Option - Vertical

Guidelines for vertical intake air pipe installation.

Direct Intake Air Option - Horizontal

Guidelines for horizontal intake air pipe installation.

GENERAL VENTING GUIDELINES

VENT SYSTEM OPTIONS

Direct Vent - Positive Pressure, Category IV

Venting using a positive pressure, Category IV system.

Side Wall Vent - Positive Pressure, Category IV

Sidewall venting with positive pressure, Category IV.

Vertical Vent - Positive Pressure, Category IV

Vertical venting with positive pressure, Category IV.

Vertical Vent - Negative Pressure, Category II

Vertical venting with negative pressure, Category II.

Horizontal Direct Vent Systems

Installation guidelines for horizontal direct vent systems.

COMMON VENT SYSTEMS

GENERAL PIPING REQUIREMENTS

Relieve Valve

Installation and safety guidelines for the pressure relief valve.

Flow Switch

Function and installation of the optional water flow switch.

HEATING SYSTEM PIPING

General Piping Requirements

Boiler and system piping installation standards.

Cleaning Boiler

Procedure for flushing and cleaning the boiler cavity.

Boiler Piping Connections

Sizing of supply and return piping connections.

Water Treatment

Requirements for closed-loop system water quality.

Pump Requirements

Sizing the system pump for minimum water flow.

Low Water Cutoff

Boiler equipped with factory-installed low water cutoff.

Expansion Tank & Air Separator

Controlling thermal expansion and removing air.

Reverse Return Piping

Recommended piping configuration for multiple boilers.

Primary/Secondary Piping

Alternative piping method for boiler systems.

Piping For Use With Cooling Units

Boiler piping when used with refrigeration systems.

DOMESTIC WATER SUPPLY PIPING

General Piping Requirements

Using the boiler with an indirect tank for domestic hot water.

Expansion Tank

Installing an expansion tank for water heating systems.

Thermostatic Mixing Valve

Tempering hot water to prevent scalds.

CONDENSATE PIPING

GAS SUPPLY PIPING

ELECTRICAL WIRING

Electrical Power Connections

Requirements for electrical connections and grounding.

BOILER OPERATION

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Safety and operational procedures for starting the boiler.

SEQUENCE OF OPERATION

Step-by-step process of the boiler's start-up sequence.

KN Series "Heat Net Control" Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting A Startup

Identifying and resolving common boiler startup problems.

CHECKING, ADJUSTMENT & OPERATION

Spark Gap

Measuring and adjusting the igniter spark gap.

Pilot Adjustment

Setting the pilot pressure and flame characteristics.

Pilot Flame UV Signal

Verifying pilot flame signal polarity and voltage.

Main Burner Combustion

Adjusting high and low fire burner combustion settings.

Ignition Safety

Input Rate, Natural Gas

Low Water Cutoff

DIAGNOSTICS

MAINTENANCE

Burner Removal & Inspection

Inspecting the burner and combustion chamber components.

Heat Exchanger Cleaning

Procedure for cleaning a blocked heat exchanger.

Air Intake & Vent System

Inspecting and maintaining air intake and vent systems.

Condensate Pan

Cleaning the condensate pan and drain trap.

Controls

Checking and maintaining operational controls for proper function.

SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

Commonwealth of Massachusetts Installation Requirements

INSTALLATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS

Requirements for installing CO detectors in the installation area.

APPROVED CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS

Specifications for approved carbon monoxide detectors.

SIGNAGE

Requirements for gas vent signage installation.

INSPECTION

Role of inspectors in approving installations.

Exemptions

Equipment exempt from specific Massachusetts regulations.

Manufacturer Requirements - Gas Equipment Venting System Provided

Requirements when venting system is included by manufacturer.

Manufacturer Requirements – Gas Equipment Venting System Not Provided

Requirements when venting system is not included by manufacturer.

Hydrotherm KN Series Water Boiler Limited Warranty

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