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White Rodgers 50M56X-843 User Manual

White Rodgers 50M56X-843
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Included in the box:
1 – 50M56X-843 Ignition Control
1 – HotRod
TM
Ignitor
1 – Installation Instructions
4 – 1/2” Sheet Metal Mounting Screws
6 – 3/16” QC crimp on terminals
6 – 1/4” Female Spade Terminals
4 – Mounting Standoffs
50M56X-843
Universal Integrated Single Stage
120V Hot Surface Ignition Control Kit
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
DESCRIPTION
50M56X-843 is an aftermarket universal replacement control
kit for single stage furnace applications with PSC or ECMx
(constant torque) blower motors. A HotRod
TM
120V ignitor
is included to replace ignitors in most furnaces as well as
upgrade 80V systems to 120V.
With 50M56X-843 no complex adapter harnesses are
required, instead all connectors and terminals used in the
major OEM brands are included on the control itself. This
allows for OEM wiring to be connected directly to the control
for a faster and easier installation.
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Failure to comply with the following warnings could result
in personal injury or pro perty damage.
Installation should be done by a qualified heating and
air conditioning contractor or licensed electrician.
All wiring must conform to local and national electrical
codes and ordinances.
Following installation or replacement, follow
manufacturer’s recommended installation/service
instructions to ensure proper operation.
FIRE HAZARD
Do not exceed the specified voltage.
Protect module from direct contact with water (dripping,
spraying, rain, etc.).
If the module has been in direct contact with water,
replace the module.
Label all wires before disconnection when servicing
modules. Wiring errors can cause improper and
dangerous operation.
Route and secure wiring away from flame.
SHOCK HAZARD
Disconnect electric power before servicing.
Ensure proper earth grounding of appliance.
Ensure proper connection of line neutral and line hot
wires.
Ensure module has ¼” clearance between all sides of
module and grounded metal.
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Shut off main gas to appliance until installation is
complete.
WARNING
!
FAILURE TO READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE
INSTALLING OR OPERATING THIS CONTROL COULD CAUSE PERSONAL
INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
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OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE:
-40° to 176°F (-40° to 80°C)
HUMIDITY RANGE:
5 to 95% relative humidity (non-condensing)
GASES APPROVED:
Natural, Manufactured, Mixed, Liquid Petroleum,
and LP Gas Air Mixtures
Specification Value Unit
Input Voltage 18-30 VAC
Input Current Max 800 mA
Line Frequency 60 Hz
Inducer Relay at 120V 2.8A FLA
Gas Valve Relay @ 30V 1.5 Amperes
Ignitor Relay @ 120V 1.2 Amperes
PSC Circulator Relay 10 FLA
INSTALLER MUST READ
APPLICATION AND OPERATION NOTES ON
PAGES 5, 6, & 7
CONTENTS
Description ...................................................................... 1
Precautions ..................................................................... 1
Configuration .................................................................. 2
Installation ...................................................................... 3
Application & Operation Notes........................................ 5
Wiring Diagram ............................................................... 7
Troubleshooting.......................................................... ....11

Questions and Answers:

White Rodgers 50M56X-843 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model Number50M56X-843
TypeIntegrated Furnace Control
Voltage24V AC
Voltage Rating24V AC
Ignition TypeDirect Spark Ignition
CompatibilityCompatible with most furnace models
DisplayLED
FeaturesDiagnostic LEDs

Summary

Product Description

Electrical Specifications

Safety Warnings and Hazards

General Warnings

Compliance with warnings prevents injury or property damage. Installation by qualified professionals is required.

Fire Hazard Precautions

Avoid exceeding voltage, protect from water, label wires, and route away from flame to prevent fire risks.

Shock Hazard Precautions

Ensure proper grounding, disconnect power before servicing, and maintain 1/4" clearance from grounded metal.

Explosion Hazard Precautions

Shut off main gas supply to the appliance until installation is fully complete to prevent explosion.

Mobile App Configuration

On-Board Configuration

Installation Guide

Configuration Menu Options

Table detailing configuration menu items, options, and factory default settings for the control.

Installation Steps

Mounting Instructions

Guidance on physically mounting the control unit using provided hardware and OEM patterns.

Application and Operation Notes

Ignitor Replacement Cross Reference

Cross-reference list for replacing 80V ignitors with the included 120V HotRod ignitor.

Goodman Hybrid 2-Stage Compatibility

Notes on using the control with specific Goodman Hybrid furnace systems and staging logic.

Air Conditioner & Heat Pump Pairing

How to connect and operate the control with 1 or 2 stage AC/HP systems and defrost cycles.

Dehumidification Functionality

Details on how the control supports dehumidification via thermostat DHUM terminal.

Automatic Configuration Process

Explanation of the control's automatic configuration for OEM applications and wiring.

Application Notes Details

Blower Type Selection and Speed Settings

Configuring blower motor type (PSC/ECMx) and speed settings for optimal furnace operation.

Roll Out Configuration

Instructions for bypassing rollout switch inputs for specific furnace brands like Trane and York.

OEM Wiring Terminal Spacing Connector Retrofit

Handling Trane/American Standard spade terminal blocks for wiring connections.

Flame Sensor Kit Requirement

Requirement for a specific flame sensor kit on older Rheem/Ruud models.

Replacing Previously Installed Universal Controls

Guidance on removing old universal controls and their adapter harnesses.

Status Display During Active Calls

Understanding the 7-segment display codes during heating, cooling, or fan operation.

Wiring Diagram Overview

Properly Matching OEM Wiring Harness Connectors

Tips for identifying and connecting OEM wiring harnesses to the 50M56X-843 connectors.

Specific Wiring Configurations

Nordyne/Nortek & Rheem/Ruud Configurations

Wiring diagrams for 6-socket Nordyne/Nortek and Rheem/Ruud configurations.

Goodman/Amana & Trane/American Standard Configurations

Wiring diagrams for 4-pin Goodman/Amana and Trane/American Standard configurations.

Lennox/Allied Air & Goodman/Amana Inline Configurations

Wiring diagrams for 4-socket Lennox/Allied Air and 6-pin inline Goodman/Amana.

Carrier/Bryant/Payne/ICP Configurations

Wiring diagrams for 2-pin Carrier/Bryant/Payne/ICP configurations.

Advanced Wiring Diagrams

Goodman/Amana & Alt. Configurations

Wiring for 9-socket Goodman/Amana and alternative configurations.

Nordyne/Nortek/Rheem/Ruud Configurations

Wiring for 9-socket Nordyne/Nortek/Rheem/Ruud configurations.

12-Pin Configurations

Wiring diagrams for 12-pin configurations including Goodman/Amana Hybrid and Lennox/Allied Air.

Inline Wiring Diagrams and Thermostat Connections

Trane/American Standard Inline Configurations

Wiring diagrams for 10-pin inline Trane/American Standard and alternative configurations.

Carrier/Bryant/Payne/ICP Inline Details

Detailed wiring information for 11-pin inline Carrier/Bryant/Payne/ICP, including specific pinouts.

Thermostat Connections

Overview of thermostat wire connections and color coding for various terminals.

Troubleshooting Guide

7-Segment Display Codes

Table of 7-segment display codes and their corresponding conditions and troubleshooting steps.

Diagnostic Codes and Status Indicators

Explanation of LED displays for various operational states, errors, and diagnostic codes.

Advanced Troubleshooting

Fault Code Recall and Reset

Procedures for recalling and resetting stored fault codes on the control.

Control Reset Procedures

Methods for resetting the control, including automatic reset and manual power cycling.

Flame Current Display and Test Pins

Information on measuring flame current using the 7-segment display and test pins.

Self-Test Mode Operation

How to enter and utilize the self-test mode to diagnose furnace components.

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