RBI SERIES 8800 User Manual

SERIES 8800 & 8900 FINNED COPPER
GAS BOILERS (MODEL HB) &
WATER HEATERS (MODEL HW)
INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL
CIOM-6
42-9134 Rev. 4
260 North Elm Street 7555 Tranmere Drive
Westfield, MA 01085
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Mississauga, Ontario L5S 1L4 Canada
Phone: (413) 568-9571 Phone: (905) 670-5888
Fax: (413) 568-9613 Fax: (905) 670-5782
INSTALLER, THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO BE AFFIXED ADJACENT TO THE HEATER.
CONSUMER, RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE PURPOSES.
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire
or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable 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 fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified 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 160 PSI, 1103 kPa WATER.
WARNING: Failure to properly vent this unit can cause excessive amounts of carbon
monoxide resulting in severe personal injury or death!

RBI SERIES 8800 Specifications

General

Brand	RBI
Model	SERIES 8800
Category	Boiler
Language	English

Summary

Before You Start

Ratings & Capacities

Boiler/Water Heater Location

Combustion Air & Ventilation

All Air From Inside The Building

Specifies requirements for air supply from within the building for combustion.

All Air From Outside The Building

Details air supply requirements from outdoors for combustion.

Chimney & Vent Pipe Connections

Chimney Inspection & Sizing

Instructions for inspecting and sizing masonry chimneys for proper venting.

Vent Connections

Details requirements for connecting vent pipes and ensuring clearances.

Common Vent Systems

General Piping Requirements

Relief Valve

Instructions for piping the pressure relief valve discharge.

Flow Switch

Details the installation and function of the flow switch.

Heating System Piping

Pump Requirements

Specifies pump requirements for proper boiler operation and flow.

Low Water Cutoff

Details the installation and function of low water cutoff devices.

Expansion Tank

Explains the requirement and placement of expansion tanks.

Primary/Secondary Piping

Describes primary/secondary piping systems for boiler isolation.

Low Return Water Temperatures

Addresses preventing condensation with primary/secondary piping.

Domestic Water Supply Piping

General Piping Requirements

Ensures proper materials and connections for potable water systems.

Water Chemistry

Discusses water hardness and pH impact on heat exchanger and pump selection.

Pump Requirements

Details pump sizing and flow rate requirements for optimal operation.

Temperature Rise Control

Methods to prevent condensation and protect the heat exchanger.

Gas Supply Piping

Electrical Wiring

General Operation

Hydronic Heating Boilers

Instructions for filling and purging hydronic heating systems.

Operating Instructions

QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DE GAZ:

Steps to take if a gas odor is detected.

To Turn Off Gas To Appliance

Procedure for safely shutting off gas supply to the appliance.

CHECKING & ADJUSTMENTS

Procedures for checking and adjusting system components.

Pilot Adjustment

Gas Pressure Adjustment

CONTROL DESCRIPTION

Boiler Thermostat

Guidance on thermostat installation, location, and adjustment.

High Limit (Aquastat)

Describes the high limit control and its setting.

Low Water Cutoff

Details the installation and function of low water cutoff devices.

MAINTENANCE

Combustion Chamber Inspection

Steps for inspecting the combustion chamber and its components.

Burner Drawer & Burner Removal

Procedure for removing and inspecting burners and burner drawer.

Heat Exchanger Inspection & Cleaning

Steps for inspecting and cleaning the heat exchanger.

Heat Exchanger Replacement

Indicates when heat exchangers need replacement and why.

Vent System

Instructions for inspecting and replacing vent system components.

TROUBLE-SHOOTING FLOW CHART FOR HONEYWELL OR UTC IGNITION MODULE

Trouble-Shooting

Sooting of Heat Exchanger

Troubleshooting steps for heat exchanger sooting.

PARTS LIST (MODELS 420-1900)

SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST (MODELS 420-1900)

PARTS LIST (MODELS 2000-4000)

SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST (MODELS 2000-4000)

NOTICE! Commonwealth of Massachusetts Installation Requirements

INSTALLATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS

Mandates installation of CO detectors for side wall vented gas equipment.

APPROVED CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS

Specifies standards for approved carbon monoxide detectors.

SIGNAGE

Requirement for signage indicating gas vent location.