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Installation and Operation Instructions
Document 1330A
H2374100A
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
nearby 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 gas
supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY: This product must be installed and serviced by a professional service technician,
qualified in hot water boiler and heater installation and maintenance. Improper installation and/or operation
could create carbon monoxide gas in flue gases which could cause serious injury, property damage, or
death. Improper installation and/or operation will void the warranty.
AVERTISSEMENT
Assurez-vous de bien suivres les instructions
données dans cette notice pour réduire au
minimum le risque d’incendie ou d’explosion
ou pour éviter tout dommage matériel, toute
blessure ou la mort.
Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d’essence ni
d’autres vapeurs ou liquides inflammables dans
le voisinage de cet appareil ou de tout autre
appareil.
QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DE GAZ:
• Ne pas tenter d’allumer d’appareils.
• Ne touchez à aucun interrupteur. Ne pas vous
servir des téléphones dansle bâtiment où vous
vous trouvez.
• Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de
gaz depuis un voisin. Suivez les instructions
du fournisseur.
• Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur de
gaz, appelez le sservice des incendies.
L’installation et l’entretien doivent être assurés par
un installateur ou un service d’entretien qualifié ou
par le fournisseur de gaz.
Installation and Operation
Instructions for
NEOTHERM
®
with Touchscreen Display
Modulating Boiler
Model NTH
Sizes 285–850 MBTU/h
Water Heater
Model NTV
Sizes 150–850 MBTU/h
LAARS Heating Systems
Section 1 -
General Information
1.1
Introduction........................................................ 1
1.2
Model Identification............................................ 1
1.3
Appliance Overview........................................2-5
1.4
Warranty............................................................ 6
1.5
Unpacking.......................................................... 6
1.6
Dimensions........................................................ 6
Section 2 -
Locating the Appliance
2.1
General Information........................................... 8
2.2
Locating Appliance for Correct Vent Distance
from Outside Wall or Roof Termination.............. 8
Section 3 -
Venting and Combustion Air
3.1
General Venting................................................. 9
3.2
Combustion Air................................................ 10
3.3
Venting............................................................. 11
3.4
Locating Vent & Combustion Air Terminals...... 13
3.5
Common Vent Test.......................................... 16
Section 4 -
Gas Supply and Piping
4.1
Gas Supply and Piping.................................... 16
Section 5 -
Pump Requirements
5.1
NeoTherm Boiler Flow and
Head Requirements......................................... 17
5.2
NeoTherm Water Heater
Flow and Head Requirements......................... 17
Section 6A -
Water Connections - NTH Boiler
6A.1
NTH System Piping: Hot Supply
Connections..................................................... 18
6A.2
NTH Cold Water Make-Up............................... 18
6A.3
Condensate Drain............................................ 19
6A.4
Freeze Protection............................................ 19
6A.5
NTH Suggested Piping Schematics................ 19
6A.6
Recognized Chemicals.................................... 19
Section 6B -
Water Connections - NTV Water Heater
6B.1
NTV Water Quality........................................... 27
6B.2
Piping Requirements....................................... 27
6B.3
Cold Water Make-Up....................................... 28
6B.4
Condensate Drain............................................ 28
6B.5
Freeze Protection............................................ 28
6B.6
NTV Suggested Piping Schematics................. 28
6B.7
NTV Suggested Pumps..................................... 28
Section 7 –
Electrical and Wiring Diagrams
7.1
Installation Warnings........................................ 31
7.2
Main Power Connections................................. 31
7.3
Pump Connections and Operation................... 31
7.4
Hydronic Heating Using External Mod............. 31
7.5
Optional Field Connection............................... 33
7.6
Connections to a Building Automation Sys...... 33
7.7
Ladder and Wiring Diagrams........................... 33
Table of Contents
i
NeoTherm Boilers and Water Heaters
ii
Section 9 -
First Start Up and Adjustment
9.1
Filling the Boiler System.................................. 54
9.2
First Operation................................................. 54
9.3
Shutting Down the NeoTherm Unit.................. 55
9.4
Restarting the NeoTherm Unit......................... 55
Section 10 -
Maintenance
10.1
System Maintenance....................................... 56
10.2
Appliance Maintenance and Component
Description....................................................... 56
10.3
Gas Conversion............................................... 59
Section 11 -
Troubleshooting
11.1
About Lockouts, Holds, and Alerts.................... 60
11.1.1 Responding to a Lockout, Hold, or Alert...... 60
11.1.2 Viewing the Lockout and Alert Histories....... 61
11.2
Troubleshooting Table..................................62-73
11.3
Diagnostic Tests and Input/Output Indicators... 74
11.4
Lead/Lag Slave Diagnostics............................. 75
11.5
Statistics............................................................ 75
11.6
Analysis............................................................. 75
11.7
Control Snapshot.............................................. 75
11.8
Operating Sequence......................................... 76
Section 12 -
Replacement Parts
12.1
General Information........................................77
12.2
Parts List....................................................77-79
12.3
Parts Illustrations.......................................80-88
Section 8 -
Navigating the Touch Screen
8.1
The Touch Screen .........................................35
8.2
Using the Touch Screen.................................35
8.3
Verification Process for Safety-Related
Parameters.....................................................37
8.4
While Operating - Checking Individual
Parameters.....................................................38
8.5
Configuring Parameters on Individual
Controllers......................................................39
8.6
Setting the Date and Time..............................40
8.7
Configuration Menus (ALL).....................41
8.7.1 System Identification & Access....................41
8.7.2 CH - Central Heat Configuration..................41
8.7.3 Outdoor Reset Configuration.......................41
8.7.4 DHW - Domestic Hot Water Configuration..42
8.7.5 Warm Weather Shutdown Configuration.....42
8.7.6 Demand Priority Configuration....................42
8.7.7 Modulation Configuration.............................42
8.7.8 Pump Connections......................................42
8.7.9 Statistics Configuration................................43
8.7.10 High Limits...................................................43
8.7.11 Stack Limits.................................................43
8.7.12 Anti-Condensation Configuration.................43
8.7.13 Frost Protection Configuration.....................44
8.7.14 System Configuration..................................44
8.7.15 Fan Configuration........................................44
8.7.16 Sensor Configuration...................................44
About Lead / Lag ................................................ 45
8.7.17 Lead Lag Slave Configuration.....................47
8.7.18 Lead Lag Master Configuration...................49
8.8
Connections to a
Building Automation System...........................49
8.9
Optional VARI-PRIMETM.................................49
Combustion Setup .............................................50
8.10.1 Combustion Setup Procedure........................50
8.10.2 Adjusting CO2................................................52
NEOTHERM Boilers and Water Heaters
Section 1 -
GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING
NeoTherm units must be installed in accordance
with the procedures detailed in this manual, or the
LAARS Heating Systems warranty will be voided. The
installation must conform to the requirements of the
local jurisdiction having authority, and, in the United
States, to the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54. In Canada, the installation
must conform to the latest edition of CSA B149.1
Natural Gas and Propane Gas Installation Code, and/
or local codes. Where required by the authority having
jurisdiction, the installation of NeoTherm boilers must
conform to the Standard for Controls and Safety
Devices for Automatically Fired Boilers, ANSI/ASME
CSD-1. Any modifications to the boiler, its gas controls,
or wiring may void the warranty. If field conditions
require modifications, consult the factory representative
before initiating such modifications.
1.1 Introduction
This manual provides information necessary for the
installation, operation, and maintenance of LAARS Heating
Systems NeoTherm appliances. Read it carefully before
starting the installation.
All application and installation procedures should be reviewed
completely before proceeding with the installation. Consult
the LAARS Heating Systems factory, or local factory
representative, with any problems or questions regarding
this equipment. Experience has shown that most operating
problems are caused by improper installation.
NeoTherm is protected against over pressurization. A
pressure relief valve is included with each NeoTherm. Some
NeoTherms may require that the PRV be installed prior to
filling the system. Refer to Figures 1-7 for PRV locations.
DANGER
The inlet gas pressure to the appliance must not
exceed 13” W.C. (3.2kPa).
All installations must be made in accordance with
1) American National Standard Z223.1/NFPA54-Latest
Edition “National Fuel Gas Code” or
2) CSA B149.1 “Natural Gas and Propane Installation
Code” and with the requirement of the local utility or other
authorities having jurisdiction. Such applicable requirements
take precedence over the general instructions contained
herein.
All electrical wiring is to be done in accordance with the local
codes, or in the absence of local codes, with: 1) The National
Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70-latest Edition, or 2)
CSA STD. C22.1 “Canadian Electrical Code - Part 1”. This
appliance must be electrically grounded in accordance with
these codes.
1.2 Model Identification
Consult the rating plate on the unit. The following information
describes the model number structure.
(1-2) Model Series Designation
N T = NeoTherm
(3)
Usage
H = Hydronic
V = Volume Water
(4-6) Size
1 5 0 = 150,000 BTU/hr input, NTV only
1 9 9 = 199,000 BTU/hr input, NTV only
2 1 0 = 210,000 BTU/hr input, NTV only
2 8 5 = 285,000 BTU/hr input
3 9 9 = 399,000 BTU/hr input
5 0 0 = 500,000 BTU/hr input
6 0 0 = 600,000 BTU/hr input
7 5 0 = 750,000 BTU/hr input
8 5 0 = 850,000 BTU/hr input
(7)
Fuel
N = Natural Gas
P = LP Gas
(8)
Options Code
X = Standard Unit
J = CSD-1, FM, GAP, IL Code (size 500-850 only)
C -
STANDARD (Canada)
D -
CSD-1 (Canada)
E -
OUTDOOR
F -
OUTDOOR (Canada)
G -
CSD-1, OUTDOOR
H -
CSD-1, OUTDOOR (Canada)
(9)
Pump Options
N = Pump included (80-500 only)
X = No pump (configuration available for all sizes)
(10) Revision
3 = Third version
Model Nomenclature
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
SERIES
N T
USAGE
H - HYDRONIC
V - VOLUME
WATER
SIZE
MBTU/h
1 5 0
1 9 9
2 1 0
2 8 5
3 9 9
5 0 0
6 0 0
7 5 0
8 5 0
FUEL
N - NATURAL
P - PROPANE
OPTIONS CODE
X - STANDARD
J - CSD-1, FM, GAP,
IL (500-850 only)
C - STANDARD (Canada)
D - CSD-1 (Canada)
E - OUTDOOR
F - OUTDOOR (Canada)
G - CSD-1, OUTDOOR
H - CSD-1, OUTDOOR
(Canada)
PUMP OPTIONS
N - PUMP INCL.
(80-500 only)
X - NO PUMP
REVISION
3 - THIRD
REG DESIG
B
3
N T
B - INTERN
LAARS Heating Systems
Figure 1. Location of Components, Sizes 150-210
Figure 2. Location of Components, Size 285
EXHAUST VENT CONNECTION
GAS CONNECTION
AIR PRESSURE SWITCH
TOUCHSCREEN
HEAT EXCHANGER
GAS VALVE
VENTURI
AIR/ GAS
BLOWER
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
WATER INLET
WATER OUTLET
AIR INLET CONNECTION
DRAIN VALVE
CONDENSATE TRAP
AIR TRANSITION
ON / OFF SWITCH
EXHAUST VENT CONNECTION
AIR INLET CONNECTION
GAS CONNECTION
TOUCHSCREEN
HEAT EXCHANGER
GAS VALVE
VENTURI
AIR/ GAS
BLOWER
WATER INLET
WATER OUTLET
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
AIR PRESSURE SWITCH
DRAIN VALVE
CONDENSATE TRAP
AIR TRANSITION
ON / OFF SWITCH
1.3 Appliance Overview - See Figures 1 through 6.
NEOTHERM Boilers and Water Heaters
Figure 4. Location of Components, Size 399
EXHAUST VENT CONNECTION
GAS CONNECTION
TOUCHSCREEN
HEAT EXCHANGER
MANUAL SHUTOFF
GAS VALVE
VENTURI
AIR/ GAS
BLOWER
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
WATER INLET
WATER OUTLET
AIR INLET CONNECTION
DRAIN VALVE
CONDENSATE TRAP
GAS VALVE
ON / OFF SWITCH
Figure 3. Location of Components, Size 500
EXHAUST VENT CONNECTION
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
AIR PRESSURE SWITCH
TOUCHSCREEN
HEAT EXCHANGER
MANUAL SHUTOFF
GAS VALVE
VENTURI
GAS VALVE
WATER INLET
WATER OUTLET
AIR INLET CONNECTION
DRAIN VALVE
CONDENSATE TRAP
GAS CONNECTION
AIR/ GAS BLOWER
GAS PRESSURE
SWITCH
AIR PRESSURE SWITCH
ON / OFF SWITCH
LAARS Heating Systems
Figure 5. Location of Components, Size 600
EXHAUST VENT CONNECTION
GAS CONNECTION
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
TOUCHSCREEN
HEAT EXCHANGER
MANUAL SHUTOFF
GAS VALVE
VENTURI
AIR/ GAS BLOWER
AIR PRESSURE SWITCH
WATER INLET
WATER OUTLET
AIR INLET CONNECTION
DRAIN VALVE
CONDENSATE TRAP
GAS VALVE
MANUAL SHUTOFF
GAS VALVE
ON / OFF SWITCH
1.4 Warranty
LAARS Heating Systems NeoTherm appliances are covered
by a limited warranty. The owner should complete the
warranty registration at www.Laars.com.
All warranty claims must be made at www.Laars.com. or to an
authorized LAARS Heating Systems representative. Claims
must include the serial number and model (this information
can be found on the rating plate), installation date, and
name of the installer. Shipping costs are not included in the
warranty coverage.
Some accessory items may be shipped in separate packages.
Verify receipt of all packages listed on the packing slip.
Inspect everything for damage immediately upon delivery,
and advise the carrier of any shortages or damage. Any such
claims should be filed with the carrier. The carrier, not the
shipper, is responsible for shortages and damage to the
shipment whether visible or concealed.
1.5 Unpacking
The NeoTherm unit is shipped in a single crate with the
following standard components packed with the appliance.
(See Figure 7)
A. Exhaust vent terminal (US only)
B. Air intake terminal
C. Temperature/pressure gauge kit
D. Circulator pump/wire harness (units with pump)
E. CPVC exhaust pipe section (199-850) (US only)
F. Outdoor/system sensor kit
G. Flow switch kit (399-850)
H. Alternate size vent/terminal screens
J. Exhaust vent adapter CPVC/ST ST (750-850)
K. 4x6 PVC adapter with 4x7 PVC pipe section
(750-850) (not to be used on exhaust in Canada)
1.
Remove all packing and tie-down materials.
2.
Check the contents of the carton against the items
shown.
NEOTHERM Boilers and Water Heaters
Figure 6. Location of Components, Sizes 750 and 850
WATER INLET
WATER OUTLET
AIR INLET
DRAIN VALVE
CONDENSATE TRAP
AIR/ GAS BLOWER
PRESSURE RELIEF
VALVE
TOUCHSCREEN
HEAT EXCHANGER
EXHAUST VENT
CONNECTION
VENTURI
GAS VALVE
GAS CONNECTION
MANUAL SHUTOFF
GAS VALVE
ON / OFF SWITCH
Figure 7. Contents of Shipping Package
LAARS Heating Systems
Table 1.
Dimension Drawing, Sizes 150-850
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
J
K
M
N
Size/Model
in
cm
in
cm
in
cm
in
cm
in
cm
in
cm
in
cm
in
cm
in
cm
in
cm
in
cm
150 NTV
13¼ 34
5¼ 14
19 48
3¼ 8
10¾ 28
7½ 19
14¼ 36
19½ 49
7½ 19
15¼ 39
13 33
199 NTV
20½ 52
5¼ 14
19 48
3¼ 8
17¾ 45
7½ 19
14¼ 36
19½ 49
11¾ 30
15¼ 39
13 33
210 NTV
20½ 52
5¼ 14
18¼ 46
3¼ 8
17¾ 45
7½ 19
14¼ 36
19½ 49
11¾ 30
15¼ 39
13 33
285 NTH
20¼ 52
7¼ 19
19¼ 49
6¼ 16
11¼ 29
13½ 34
14 36
15
38
17 43
18¾ 48
13 33
285 NTV
20¼ 52
7¼ 19
19¾ 50
4¼ 16
11¼ 29
13½ 34
14 36
15
38
17 43
18¾ 48
13 33
399 NTH
25 64
5¼ 13
19¼ 49
4¼ 11
14¾ 37
18½ 47
19¼ 49
16½ 42
21¾ 55
18¾ 48
13 33
399 NTV
25 64
5¼ 13
19¾ 50
4¼ 11
14¾ 37
18½ 47
19¼ 49
16½ 42
21¾ 55
18¾ 48
13 33
500 NTH
30¼ 77
5¼ 13
19½ 50
4¼ 11
15¼ 38
20 51
20½ 52
19
48
26 66
18¾ 48
13 33
500 NTV
30¼ 77
5¼ 13
19¾ 50
4¼ 11
15¼ 38
20 51
20½ 52
19
48
26 66
18¾ 48
13 33
600 (both) 29¾ 76
5
13
19½ 50
4¼ 11
15
38
20 51
3
8
19
48
26 66
18¾ 48
8¼ 21
750 (both) 35½ 90
6
15
19½ 50
5¼ 13
19
48
40½ 103
3¼
8
19
48
30¾ 78
18¾ 48
8¼ 21
850 (both) 39¾ 101
6
15
19½ 50
5¼ 13
19
48
44¾ 114
3½
9
19
48
35 89
18¾ 48
8¼ 21
Dimensions are nominal and are shown in inches, cm.
*NeoTherm is shipped with adapters for the air and vent
that accept standard pipe of the proper size and type.
W
L
H
AIR INLET
VENT
SIZE
IN
CM
IN
CM
IN
CM
IN
CM
IN
CM
150
25 64
19½ 68
38¼ 97
3 7.6
3 7.6
199/210 25 64
26¾ 68
38¼ 97
3 7.6
3 7.6
285
25 64
26¾ 68
38¼ 97
4
11
4
11
399
25 64
31½ 80
38¼ 97
4
11
4
11
500
25 64
37¾ 96
38¼ 97
4
11
4
11
600
25 64
37¾ 96
38¼ 97
4
11
4
11
750
25 64
51 130
38¼ 97
4
11
6
17
850
25 64
55¼ 130
38¼ 97
4
11
6
17
1.6 Dimensions
All NeoTherm model dimensions are shown in Table 1
(width) (length) (height)
LAARS Heating Systems
Section 2 -
LOCATING THE APPLIANCE
2.1 General Information
The NeoTherm unit is designed for indoor installations
only.
The appliance should be located to provide clearances on all
sides for maintenance and inspection. It should not be located
in an area where leakage of any connections will result in
damage to the area adjacent to the appliance or to lower floors
of the structure.
When such a location is not available, it is recommended that
a suitable drain pan, adequately drained, be installed under the
appliance.
The appliance is design certified by CSA-International for
installation on combustible flooring; in basements; in closets,
utility rooms or alcoves. NeoTherm Boilers must never be
installed on carpeting. The location for the appliance should
be chosen with regard to the vent pipe lengths and external
plumbing and on a level surface. The unit shall be installed
such that the gas ignition system components are protected
from water (dripping, spraying, rain, etc.) during operation
and service (circulator replacement, control replacement, etc.).
When vented vertically, the NeoTherm must be located as
close as practical to the vertical section of the vent. If the vent
terminal and/or combustion air terminal terminate through a
wall, and there is potential for snow accumulation in the local
area, both terminals should be installed at an appropriate level
above grade or the maximum expected snow line.
The dimensions and requirements that are shown in Table 2
should be met when choosing the locations for the appliance.
2.2 Locating Appliance for Correct Vent
Distance from Outside Wall or
Roof Termination
The forced draft combustion air blower in the appliance has
sufficient power to vent properly when the guidelines in
Table 3 are followed.
NOTE: When located on the same wall, the NeoTherm
combustion air intake terminal must be installed a
minimum of 12” below the exhaust terminal.Models 399-
850 also require a minimum horizontal distance from
intake to exhaust terminal of 36”.
For concentric vent terminal kit (optional), follow installation
instructions included with the kit.
APPLIANCE
SUGGESTED SERVICE ACCESS CLEARANCE
SURFACE
INCHES
CM
Left Side
1
2.5
Right Side
12
31
Top
24
61
Back
6
15
Closet, Front (285-500)
6
15
Alcove, Front (285-500)
24
61
Front (600-850)
24
61
Vent
–
–
Certified by CSA for zero clearance to
combustible materials on all sides.
INTAKE / EXHAUST
STANDARD
MAX EQUIV.
OPTIONAL
MAX EQUIV.
SIZE
VENT
FT.
M
VENT
FT.
M
150
3”
100
30.5
n/a
—
—
199/210
3”
100
30.5
n/a
—
—
285
4”
100
30
n/a
—
—
399
4”
100
30
n/a
—
—
500
4”
100
30
n/a
—
—
600*
4”
40
6.1
6”
100
30
750
4”
40
6.1
6”
100
30
850
4”
40
6.1
6”
100
30
Installations in the U.S. require exhaust vent pipe that is a combination
of PVC & CPVC complying with ANSI/ASTM D1785 F441 or stainless
steel complying with the stainless steel vent suppliers listed in Section 3.
Installations in Canada require exhaust vent pipe that is certified to
ULC S636.
Intake (air) pipe must be PVC or CPVC that complies with ANSI/ASTM
D1785 F441, ABS that complies with ANSI/ASTM D1527 or galvanized
material.
The installer must comply fully with the manufacturer’s installation
instructions, including use of minimum exhaust length CPVC, to main-
tain ANSI Z21.13 safety certification.
Closet and alcove installations do not allow the use of PVC under any
circumstances
To calculate max equivalent length, measure the linear feet of the pipe,
and add 5 feet (1.5m) for each 90°* elbow used.
* For any combination of vent and intake lengths up to 40 equivalent
feet, any even or uneven combination of length is allowed. For overall
lengths greater than 40 equivalent feet, the exhaust may be up to 20
feet greater than the intake length.
*Add 2 1/2 feet (.76 meters) for each 45 elbow used.
Table 2.
Clearances
Table 3.
Vent / Air Pipe Sizes and Length
NEOTHERM Boilers and Water Heaters
Section 3 -
VENTING AND COMBUSTION AIR
3.1 General Venting
This product requires a special venting system. Refer to
venting supplier’s instructions for complete parts list and
method of installation. The manufacturers and product lines
listed on the following tables have been tested and authorized
to safely operate with Laars equipment. Suppliers of stainless
steel and polypropylene venting that are not listed on these
tables are not permitted for use with Laars vent
category III/ IV products.
NOTES:
1.
“x”, “xx”, and “xxxx” refer to variations in nominal size. See manufacturer’s catalog for a particular application.
Table 4.
Allowable Single Wall Stainless Steel Vent Suppliers and Part Numbers
Table 5.
Allowable Polypropylene Vent Manufacturers / Trade Names
Do not mix venting suppliers and models in venting systems.
Failure to comply could result in personal injury, property
damage, or death.
Installations must comply with applicable national, state and
local codes.
ALLOWABLE SINGLE WALL STAINLESS STEEL VENT SUPPLIERS AND PART NUMBERS
Selkirk
DuraVent
NovaFlex
Safe-T Vent EZ Seal
FasNSeal
Z Flex
90° Elbow
9x14
FSELB90xx
2SVEExx90
Pipe
9x07
FSVLxxxx
2SVEPxxxx
Boiler Adapter
5x01BOI
FSAAUx
2SVSAxx (OD)
2SVSTTAxx (ID)
Horizontal Termination (bird screen
9x92
FSBSx
2SVSTPXxx
Vertical Termination (rain cap)
5X00CI
FSRCx
2SVSRCxx
Inlet Air Termination
9xTERM
FSAIHXX*
2SVSTEXxx90
Adapter, SS to CPVC
FSA-xxFNSM-xPVCF
Adapter SS to PP
FSAAUx-xPP
2ZDCPVCx**
*4", 6" & 7" only
**up to 6"
ALLOWABLE POLYPROPYLENE VENT MANUFACTURERS / TRADE NAMES
CentroTherm
DuraVent
Selkirk
NovaFlex
InnoFlue
PolyPro
PolyFlue
Z-Dens
Single Wall Pipe
ISVLxxxx
xPPS-x
83x002
ZDPx
Elbow
ISELxxxx
xPPS-E90L
83x08
2ZDEx87
PVC Adapter
ISAGLxxxx
xPPS-ADL (to 4")
xPPS-xxPVCM-xPPF (>4")
83x040
2ZDCPVCx
Horizontal Termination
(bird screen)
IASPPxx (2" - 4")
IASSSxx (5" - 12")
xPPS-BG (2" - 6")
83x050
2ZDESx
Vertical Termination
IASPPxx (2" - 4")
IASSSxx (5" - 12")
xPPS-VKL (<5")
xPPS-VTML (5"-8")
83x050
2ZDESx
Air Inlet
2ZDESx
MFR MODEL NUMBER (ABBREVIATED)
MFR MODEL NUMBER (ABBREVIATED)
Trade Name / Model
Example Components
Example Components
Trade Name / Model
3.2 Combustion Air
NeoTherm boilers and water heaters must have provisions
for combustion and ventilation air in accordance with the
applicable requirements for Combustion Air Supply and
Ventilation in the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223 1; or in
Canada, the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA
B149.1. All applicable provisions of local building codes must
also be adhered to.
A NeoTherm unit can take combustion air from the space
in which it is installed, or the combustion air can be ducted
directly to the unit. Ventilation air must be provided in either
case.
LAARS Heating Systems
of all equipment in the enclosure. When communicating to
the outdoors through horizontal ducts, each opening shall
have a minimum free area of not less than 1 square inch per
2000 Btu/hr (1100 square mm/kW) of total input rating of all
equipment in the enclosure.
Method 2: One permanent opening, commencing within
12” (300mm) of the top of the enclosure, shall be permitted.
The opening shall directly communicate with the outdoors
or shall communicate through a vertical or horizontal duct
to the outdoors or spaces that directly communicate with the
outdoors and shall have a minimum free area of 1 square inch
per 3000 Btu/hr (734 square mm/kW) of the total input rating
of all equipment located in the enclosure. This opening must
not be less than the sum of the areas of all vent connectors in
the confined space.
Combustion Air From Room
In the United States, the most common requirements specify
that the space shall communicate with the outdoors in
accordance with method 1 or 2, which follow. Where ducts
are used, they shall be of the same cross-sectional area as the
free area of the openings to which they connect.
Method 1: Two permanent openings, one commencing within
12” (300mm) of the top and one commencing within 12”
(300mm) of the bottom, of the enclosure shall be provided.
The openings shall communicate directly, or by ducts, with
the outdoors or spaces that freely communicate with the
outdoors. When directly communicating with the outdoors, or
when communicating to the outdoors through vertical ducts,
each opening shall have a minimum free area of 1 square inch
per 4000 Btu/hr (550 square mm/kW) of total input rating
INSTALLATION STANDARDS
MATERIAL
UNITED STATES
CANADA
ABS
ANSI/ASTM D1527
PVC, sch 40
ANSI/ASTM D1785 or D2665
Air pipe material must be chosen
CPVC, sch 40
ANSI/ASTM F441
based upon the intended application of the boiler.
Single wall galv. steel
26 gauge
PRO TECH (FasNSeal)
HEAT FAB (Saf-T-Vent)
Z FLEX (Z-Vent)
SIZE
Boiler
Flue
Intake Air
Boiler
Intermediate
Flue
Intake Air
Boiler
Flue
Intake Air
Adapter
Termination
Termination
Adapter
Adapter
Termination Termination
Adapter
Termination
Termination
399-600
F303759
FSBS4
FSAIH04
KB285600 9454BUREZ-1*
9492
9414TERM
2SVSLA04
2SVSTP04
2SVSTEX0490
FSRC4(R.C)
303888
5400CI
2SVSRCX04
750-850
F303759
FSBS6
FSAIH04
303888
Figure 8. Approved Stainless Terminations and Adapters
HORIZONTAL INTAKE AND EXHAUST PVC VENT TERMINAL KITS
Size
2” PVC
3” PVC
4” PVC
6” PVC
Standard
Concentric
CA006000
Flush Mount
CA010100
Standard
CA005900
Concentric
239-44069-01
Flush Mount
CA010101
Standard
Flush Mount
CA010102
Standard
80
incl.
opt.
opt.
opt.
opt.
opt.
n/a
n/a
n/a
105
incl.
opt.
opt.
opt.
opt.
opt.l
n/a
n/a
n/a
150
n/a
n/a
n/a
incl.
opt.
opt.
n/a
n/a
n/a
199/210
n/a
n/a
n/a
incl.
opt.
opt.
n/a
n/a
n/a
285
n/a
n/a
n/a
opt.
opt.
opt.
incl.
opt.
n/a
399
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
incl.
opt.
n/a
500
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
incl.
opt.
n/a
600
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
incl.
opt.
opt.
750
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
incl.
n/a
opt.
850
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
incl.
n/a
opt.
Concentric vent terminal = 10 ft. pipe length
HORIZONTAL INTAKE AND EXHAUST PVC VENT TERMINAL KITS
Size
2” PVC
3” PVC
4” PVC
6” PVC
Standard
Concentric
CA006000
Flush Mount
CA010100
Standard
CA005900
Concentric
239-44069-01
Flush Mount
CA010101
Standard
Flush Mount
CA010102
Standard
80
incl.
opt.
opt.
opt.
opt.
opt.
n/a
n/a
n/a
105
incl.
opt.
opt.
opt.
opt.
opt.l
n/a
n/a
n/a
150
n/a
n/a
n/a
incl.
opt.
opt.
n/a
n/a
n/a
199/210
n/a
n/a
n/a
incl.
opt.
opt.
n/a
n/a
n/a
285
n/a
n/a
n/a
opt.
opt.
opt.
incl.
opt.
n/a
399
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
incl.
opt.
n/a
500
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
incl.
opt.
n/a
600
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
incl.
opt.
opt.
750
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
incl.
n/a
opt.
850
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
incl.
n/a
opt.
Concentric vent terminal = 10 ft. pipe length
Table 6.
PVC Vent Terminal Kits
Figure 9. Required Combustion Air Pipe Material
NEOTHERM Boilers and Water Heaters
Other methods of introducing combustion and ventilation air
are acceptable, providing they conform to the requirements in
the applicable codes listed above.
In Canada, consult local building and safety codes or, in
absence of such requirements, follow CAN/CSA B149.
Ducted Combustion Air
The combustion air can be taken through the wall, or through
the roof. When taken from the wall, it must be taken from
out-of-doors by means of the LAARS horizontal wall
terminal, kit, See Table 6.
See Table 3 to select the appropriate diameter air pipe.
When taken from the roof, a field-supplied rain cap or an
elbow arrangement must be used to prevent entry of rain
water. (See Figure 10)
Use ABS, PVC, CPVC or galvanized pipe for the combustion
air intake. (See Table 4.) The pipe should be sized per Table
2. Route the intake to the boiler as directly as possible. Seal
all joints. Provide adequate hangers. The unit must not support
the weight of the combustion air intake pipe. Maximum linear
pipe length allowed is shown in Table 3. Subtract 5 allowable
linear ft. (1.5m) for every elbow used.
The connection for the intake air pipe is at the top of the unit.
In addition to air needed for combustion, air shall also be
supplied for ventilation, including air required for comfort
and proper working conditions for personnel. Refer to the
applicable codes.
3.3 Venting
The NeoTherm is a Category IV appliance and may be
installed with PVC and CPVC that complies with ANSI/
ASTM D1785 F441, polypropylene that complies with
ULC-S636 Class IIb, or a stainless steel venting system that
complies with UL 1738 Standard. (See Table 5)
The unit’s vent can terminate through the roof, or through an
outside wall.
When using PVC/CPVC for vent material, venting must be
Figure 10. Combustion Air and Vent Through Roof
INSTALLATION STANDARDS
MATERIAL
UNITED STATES
CANADA
Stainless Steel
UL 1738
Venting must be ULC-S636 certified for use as
PVC, sch 40
ANSI/ASTM D1785
venting material. The venting material class must be
CPVC, sch 40
ANSI/ASTM F441
chosen based upon the maximum flue gas temperature
Polypropylene
ULC-S636
and the intended application of the boiler.
Figure 11. Required Exhaust Vent Material
*
*
*
*
*
*
* In Canada, refer to CAN/CSA B199.1
WARNING
Failure to use polypropylene CPVC or stainless steel
venting for the first 20” (285-600) / 30” (199 / 210)
of vent material or for any part of the venting that is
installed inside a closet may lead to property damage,
personal injury or death. The proper length of this
material is supplied with boiler. Boilers in the U.S. may
use pipe included with the boiler.
Failure to use the appropriate vent material, installation
techniques, glues/sealants could lead to vent failure
causing property damage, personal injury or death.
All venting must be installed according to this manual
and any other applicable local codes, including but
not limited to, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, CSA B149.1,
CSAB149.2 and ULC-S636. Failure to follow this manual
and applicable codes may lead to property damage,
severe injury, or death.
The flue temperature of the NeoTherm changes
dramatically with changes in operating water
temperature. Therefore, it is necessary to assess the
application of the boiler to determine the required
certified vent class. If the NeoTherm is installed in an
application where the ambient temperature is elevated,
and/or installed in a closet/alcove, polypropylene, CPVC
or stainless steel material is required. If the system
temperatures are unknown at the time of installation,
Class IIB or higher venting material is recommended.
LAARS Heating Systems
connected to the CPVC section included with NeoTherm sizes
80-850. The CPVC vent section included with the NeoTherm
may be broken by CPVC fittings if necessary, but never
reduced in total length. See Table 3 to select the appropriate
vent pipe diameter. When using polypropylene, all vent
material must be produced by the same manufacturer, and
have a ULC-S636 rating.
All installations should be done following the vent supplier’s
recommended installation techniques. If manufacturer’s
instructions are not available for the material used, follow the
Laars recommendations.
The vent pipe must pitch upward, toward the vent terminal,
not less than 1/4” per foot, so that condensate will run back
to the NeoTherm to drain. Route vent pipe to the heater as
directly as possible. Seal all joints and provide adequate
hangers as required in the venting system manufacturer’s
Installation Instructions. Horizontal portions of the venting
system must be supported to prevent sagging and may not
have any low sections that could trap condensate. The unit
must not support the weight of the vent pipe. Please see Table
2 for proper diameter vs. length allowed.
IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT COMMON VENTING: A
single vent that is shared by multiple NeoTherm units
MUST be engineered by a competent venting specialist,
and involves the selection of draft inducing equipment,
hardware and controls to properly balance flue gas
pressures. Do not common vent NeoTherm units
unless the vent system meets this requirement.
NeoTherm units are never permitted to share a vent
with Category I appliances.
Venting Requirements Unique to Canada
NeoTherm boilers and water heaters are Vent Category IV
appliances. Per the requirements of CAN/CSA-B149.1,
only BH vent systems can be connected to these units and
such vent systems, either ULC S636 certified stainless steel
or other ULC S636 certified BH vent (eg. plastics) must be
installed per the vent manufacturer’s certified installation
instructions.
As a result, two items listed in the Unpacking section (Figure 7)
are not included with NeoTherm units for Canada (underlined):
A
exhaust vent terminal (not included)
B.
air intake terminal
C.
temperature/pressure gauge kit
D.
circulator pump/wire harness (units with pump)
E.
CPVC exhaust pipe section (80-500) (not incl.)
F.
outdoor/system sensor kit
G.
flow switch kit (399-850)
H.
alternate size vent/terminal screens
J.
exhaust vent adapter CPVC/ST ST (750-850)
It is the responsibility of the appropriately licensed technician
installing this NeoTherm unit to use ULC S636 certified vent
material consistent with the requirements as described in the
Venting and Combustion Air section.
Class I venting systems are suitable for gas-fired appliances
producing flue gas temperature of more than 135°C, but not
more than 245°C.
Class II venting systems are suitable for gas-fired appliances
producing flue gas temperatures of 135°C or less.
Class II venting systems are further classified into four
temperature ratings as follows:
A
Up to and including 65°C
B
Up to and including 90°C
C
Up to and including 110°C, and
D
Up to and including 135°C
IMPORTANT! It is also the responsibility of the installer
to ensure that a flue gas sampling port is installed in the vent
system. This flue gas sampling port must be installed near the
flue connection of the NeoTherm unit: within 2 feet of the
flue connection. There is no flue gas sampling port internal
to the NeoTherm, so one must be installed in the vent system
external to the NeoTherm unit. A flue gas sampling port
available as a component of the ULC S636 certified vent
system is preferred. However, if one is not available with
the certified vent system, Laars suggests using a tee with the
branch connection sized to allow for insertion of a flue gas
analyzer probe. The branch connection must be resealable
with a cap or other by other means to ensure the vent system
remains sealed. (See Figure 12)
Consideration must be given to the placement and orientation
of the flue gas sampling port to ensure that condensate is free
to flow back into the NeoTherm unit and not collect anywhere
in the vent system - including in the flue gas sampling port.
Figure 12. Test Port - ULC-S636 system
NEOTHERM Boilers and Water Heaters
An exhaust vent terminal must be installed. If an exhaust vent
terminal is not available with the certified vent system, Laars
suggests the use of a coupler fitting from the certified vent
system into which the vent terminal screen, included with the
NeoTherm and shown in the Unpacking section, be installed.
Be sure to install and terminate both vent and combustion
air pipes per the Venting and Combustion Air section of the
NeoTherm instructions.
3.4 Locating Vent and Combustion Air
Terminals
Side Wall Vent Terminal
The appropriate Laars side wall vent terminal must be used.
The terminal must be located in accordance with ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54 and applicable local codes. In Canada, the
installation must be in accordance with CSA B149.1 or .2
and local applicable codes. Consider the points listed on the
following page when installing the terminal.
1.
Figure 13 shows the requirements for mechanical vent
terminal clearances for the U.S. and Canada.
2.
Vent terminals for condensing appliances or appliances
with condensing vents are not permitted to terminate
above a public walkway, or over an area where
condensate or vapor could create a nuisance or hazard.
3.
Locate the vent terminal so that vent gases cannot be
drawn into air conditioning system inlets.
4.
Locate the vent terminal so that vent gases cannot enter
the building through doors, windows, gravity inlets or
other openings. Whenever possible, avoid locations
under windows or near doors.
5.
Locate the vent terminal so that it cannot be blocked
by snow. The installer may determine that a vent
terminal must be higher than the minimum shown in
codes, depending upon local conditions.
6.
Locate the terminal so the vent exhaust does not settle
on building surfaces or other nearby objects. Vent
products may damage surfaces or objects.
7.
If the boiler or water heater uses ducted combustion air
from an intake terminal located on the same wall.
If the vent termination is located in an area exposed to high
winds, an optional PVC tee (the same diameter as the vent
pipe) may be used. The tee’d vent termination offers greater
protection from wind related operating issues.
Side Wall Combustion Air Terminal
The LAARS side wall combustion air terminal, or concentric
terminal must be used when the heater takes air from a
side wall. (See page 10 ) Contact Laars for AL29-4C
termination fittings. Consider the following when installing
the terminal. (See Figure 13 throuFigure 15.)
1.
Do not locate the air inlet terminal near a source of
corrosive chemical fumes (e.g., cleaning fluid, chlorine
compounds, etc.)
2.
Locate the terminal so that it will not be subject to
damage by accident or vandalism. It must be at least 7
feet (2.1m) above a public walkway.
3.
Locate the combustion air terminal so that it cannot be
blocked by snow. The National Fuel Gas Code requires
that it be at least 12 inches (30cm) above grade, but the
installer may determine it should be higher, depending
upon local conditions.
4.
If the NeoTherm is side-wall vented to the same wall,
locate the vent terminal at least 1 foot (0.3m) above the
combustion air terminal.
5.
For concentric vent, follow instructions included
with vent kit.
6.
Multiple vent kits should be installed such that the
horizontal distance between the outlet group and the
inlet group is 36” (90cm). (Figure 14.)
7.
The vent outlet for models 199-285 must be no lower
than the center of the air inlet, and must be at least 12”
(30cm) away from the air inlet. Vent outlets for models
399-850 must be at least 12” above the top of the air
inlet, and must be at least 36” (90cm) horizontally from
the air inlet. (page 15.)
Vertical Vent Terminal
When the unit is vented through the roof, the vent must extend
at least 3 feet (0.9m) above the point at which it penetrates
the roof. It must extend at least 2 feet (0.6m) higher than
any portion of a building within a horizontal distance of 10
feet (3.0m), and high enough above the roof line to prevent
blockage from snow. The vent terminal included with the
NeoTherm can be used in both vertical and horizontal
applications. When the combustion air is taken from the roof,
the combustion air must terminate at least 12” (30cm) below
the vent terminal. (See Figure 10.)
Vertical Combustion Air Terminal
When combustion air is taken from the roof, a field-supplied
rain cap or an elbow arrangement must be used to prevent
entry of rain water. (Figure 10.) The opening on the end of the
terminal must be at least 12” (30cm) above the point at which
it penetrates the roof, and high enough above the roof line to
prevent blockage from snow. When the vent terminates on the
roof, the combustion air must terminate at least 12” (30cm)
below the vent terminal.
Installations in the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts
In Massachusetts the following items are required if the
side-wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7) feet
above finished grade in the area of the venting, including but
not limited to decks and porches. From Massachusetts Rules
and regulations 248 CMR 5.08 (begininning on 2nd page
following):
LAARS Heating Systems
*When vent terminal is less than 10 feet (3m) horizontally
from a forced air inlet, the terminal must be at least 3 feet
(0.9m) above the air inlet. (US only)
Figure 13. Combustion Air and Vent Through Side Wall
U.S. Installations (see note 1)
Canadian Installations (see note 2)
A= Clearance above grade, veranda, porch,
12 inches (30 cm)
12 inches (30 cm)
deck, or balcony
See note 6
See note 6
B= Clearance to window or door that may be
Direct vent only: 12 inches (30cm);
36 inches (91 cm)
opened
Other than Direct vent: 4 ft (1.2m) below or to
NT 80 only - 12 inches (30 cm)
side of opening; 1 ft (30cm) above opening
C= Clearance to permanently closed window
See note 4
See note 5
D= Vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located
above the terminal within a horizontal
See note 4
See note 5
distance of 2 feet (61cm) from the center
line of the terminal
E= Clearance to unventilated soffit
See note 4
See note 5
F= Clearance to outside corner
See note 4
See note 5
G= Clearance to inside corner
See note 4
See note 5
H= Clearance to each side of center line
3 feet (91 cm) within a height 15 feet
extended above meter/regulator assembly
See note 4
above the meter/regulator assembly
I=
Clearance to service regulator vent outlet
See note 4
3 feet (91 cm)
J=
Clearance to nonmechanical air supply
Direct vent only: 12” (30cm) 80-285; 36” (91cm)
inlet to building or the combustion air inlet
399-850. Other than Direct vent: 4 ft (1.2m) below
36 inches (91 cm)
to any other appliance
or to side of opening; 1 ft (30cm) above opening
NT 80 only - 12 inches (30 cm)
K= Clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet
3 feet (91 cm) above if within 10 feet (3 m)
6 feet (1.83 m)
horizontally
L= Clearance above paved sidewalk or paved Vent termination not allowed in this location
7 ft (2.1 m)
driveway located on public property
for category IV appliances.
See note 5
M= Clearance under veranda, porch, deck,
See note 4
12 inches (30 cm) (see note 3)
or balcony
Notes:
1. In accordance with the current ANSI Z223.1 / NFPA 54 National Fuel Gas Code.
2. In accordance with the current CAN/CSA-B149.1 Installation Codes.
3. Permitted only if veranda, porch, deck, or balcony is fully open on a minimum of two sides beneath the floor.
4. For clearances not specified in ANSI Z223.1 / NFPA 54, clearance is in accordance with local installation codes and the requirements of the
gas supplier.
5. For clearances not specified in CAN/CSA-B149, clearance is in accordance with local installation codes and the requirements of the gas
supplier.
6. IMPORTANT: Terminal must be placed such that it remains a minimum 12” above expected snow line. Local codes may have more
specific requirements, and must be consulted.
NEOTHERM Boilers and Water Heaters
1. Installation of Carbon Monoxide Detectors
At the time of installation of the side wall vented gas
fueled appliance, the installing plumber or gas-fitter shall
observe that a hard-wired carbon monoxide detector with
an alarm battery back-up is installed on the floor level
where the gas appliance is to be installed. In addition, the
installing plumber or gasfitter shall observe that a battery
operated or hard-wired carbon monoxide detector with an
alarm is installed on each additional level of the dwelling,
building or structure served by the side-wall horizontally
vented gas fueled equipment. It shall be the responsibility
of the property owner to secure the services of qualified
licensed professionals for installation of hard-wired
carbon monoxide detectors.
a. In the event that the side-wall horizontally vented gas
fueled equipment is installed in a crawl space or an attic,
the hard-wired carbon monoxide with alarm and battery
back-up may be installed on the next adjacent floor level.
b. In the event that the requirements of the subdivision
cannot be met at the time of completion of installation,
the owner shall have a period of thirty (30) days to
comply with the above requirements, provided, however,
that during said thirty (30) day period, a battery operated
carbon monoxide detector with an alarm be installed.
2. Approved Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Each carbon monoxide detector shall comply with NFPA
720 and be ANSI/UL 2034 listed and IAS certified.
3. Signage
A metal or plastic identification plate shall be
permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at
a minimum height of eight (8) feet above grade directly
in line with the exhaust vent terminal for horizontally
vented gas fueled heating appliance or equipment. The
sign shall read, in print no less than one-half (1/2) inch in
size: “GAS VENT DIRECTLY BELOW, KEEP CLEAR
OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS.”
4. Inspection
The state or local gas inspector of the side-wall
horizontally vented gas fueled appliance shall not approve
the installation unless, upon inspection, the inspector
observes carbon monoxide detectors and signage installed
in accordance with the provisions of 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a)
1-4.
Figure 14. Minimum Venting Distance
Figure 15. Multiple Side-Wall Terminals,
LAARS Heating Systems
Section 4 -
GAS SUPPLY AND PIPING
Gas piping should be supported by suitable hangers or floor
stands, not the appliance.
Review the following instructions before proceeding with the
installation.
1.
Verify that the appliance is fitted for the proper type of
gas by checking the rating plate. NeoTherm will function
properly without the use of high altitude modification at
elevations up to 10,000 feet (3050 m).
2.
The maximum inlet gas pressure must not exceed 13”
W.C. (3.2kPa). The minimum inlet gas pressure is 4”
W.C. (1.0kPa).
3.
Refer to Table 7 to size the piping.
4.
Run gas supply line in accordance with all applicable
codes.
5.
Locate and install manual shutoff valves in accordance
with state and local requirements.
6.
A sediment trap must be provided upstream of the gas
controls.
7.
All threaded joints should be coated with piping
compound resistant to action of liquefied petroleum gas.
8.
The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping during any
pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess
of 1/2 PSIG (3.45kPa).
9.
The unit must be isolated from the gas supply system by
closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any
pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test
pressures equal to or less than 1/2 PSIG (3.45kPa).
10.
The appliance and its gas connection must be leak tested
before placing it in operation.
11.
Purge all air from gas lines.
WARNING:
Open flame can cause gas to ignite and result in
property damage, severe injury, or loss of life.
NOTE: The NeoTherm appliance and all other gas
appliances sharing the gas supply line must be firing at
maximum capacity to properly measure the inlet supply
pressure. The pressure can be measured at the supply
pressure port on the gas valve. Low gas pressure could
be an indication of an undersized gas meter, undersized
gas supply lines and/or an obstructed gas supply line.
Some NeoTherm units are equipped with low and high
gas pressure switches that are integrally vent limited.
These types of devices do not require venting to
atmosphere.
3.5 Common Vent Test
NOTE: This section does not describe a method for
common venting NeoTherm units. It describes what
must be done when a unit is removed from a common
vent system. NeoTherm units require special vent
systems and fans for common vent. Contact the factory
if you have questions about common venting NeoTherm
units.
When an existing boiler is removed from a common venting
system, the common venting system is likely to be too large
for proper venting of the appliances remaining connected to it.
At the time of removal of an existing boiler, the following
steps shall be followed with each appliance remaining
connected to the common venting system placed in operation,
while the other appliances remaining connected to the
common venting system are not in operation.
1. Seal any unused openings in the common venting system.
2. Visually inspect the venting system for proper size and
horizontal pitch and determine there is no blockage or
restriction, leakage, corrosion and other deficiencies
which could cause an unsafe condition.
3. Insofar as it is practical, close all building doors and
windows and all doors between the space in which the
appliances remaining connected to the common venting
system are located and other spaces of the building. Turn
on clothes dryers and any appliance not connected to
the common venting system. Turn on any exhaust fans,
such as range hoods and bathroom exhausts, so they will
operate at maximum speed. Do not operate a summer
exhaust fan. Close fireplace dampers.
4. Place in operation the appliance being inspected. Follow
the lighting instructions. Adjust the thermostat so the
appliance will operate continuously.
5. Test for spillage at the draft hood relief opening after
5 minutes of main burner operation. Use the flame of a
match or candle, or smoke from a cigarette, cigar or pipe.
6. After it has been determined that each appliance
remaining connected to the common venting system
properly vents when tested as outlined above, return
doors, windows, exhaust fans, fireplace dampers and any
other gas burning appliance to their previous conditions
of use.
7. Any improper operation of the common venting system
should be corrected so that the installation conforms to
the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 and/
or CSA B149.1, Installation Codes. When resizing any
portion of the common venting system, the common
venting system should be resized to approach the mini-
mum size as determined using the appropriate tables and
guidelines in the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1
NFPA 54 and/or CSA B149.1, Installation Codes.
NEOTHERM Boilers and Water Heaters
SCHED 40 METAL PIPE CAPACITY FOR 1.50 SPECIFIC GRAVITY
UNDILUTED PROPANE
NOMINAL PIPE SIZE @ 11” W.C. INLET AND 0.5” W.C. PRESSURE DROP
SIZE
1/2”
3/4”
1”
1-1/4”
1-1/2”
2”
LENGTH
MAXIMUM CAPACITY IN THOUSANDS OF BTU PER HOUR
20
200
418
787
1616
2422
4664
40
137
287
541
1111
1664
3205
60
110
231
434
892
1337
2574
80
94
197
372
763
1144
2203
100
84
175
330
677
1014
1952
NOTES:
1. Follow all local and national LP gas codes for line sizing and equipment
requirements.
2. Verify that inlet gas pressure remains between 4 and 13 inches of water
column before and during operation.
Source: ANSI Z223.1-80 National Fuel Gas Code.
Table 11.
Nominal Pipe Size @ 0.11” W.C. and 0.5” Press Drop
EQUIVALENT LENGTHS OF STRAIGHT PIPE FOR TYPICAL SCH 40 FITTINGS
NOMINAL PIPE SIZE
FITTING
1/2”
3/4”
1”
1-1/4”
1-1/2”
2”
LINEAR FEET
90° ELBOW 3.6
4.4
5.2
6.6
7.4
8.5
TEE
4.2
5.3
6.6
8.7
9.9
12
Table 8.
Equivalent Lengths of Straight Pipe, SCH 40
SCH 40 METAL PIPE CAPACITY FOR 0.60 SPECIFIC GRAVITY NATURAL GAS
NOMINAL PIPE SIZE @ 0.30” W.C. PRESSURE DROP
LENGTH
1/2”
3/4”
1”
1-1/4”
1-1/2”
2”
FT
CUBIC FEET OF GAS PER HOUR
20
92
190
350
730
1100
2100
40
130
245
500
760
1450
60
105
195
400
610
1150
80
90
170
350
530
990
100
150
305
460
870
Table 9.
Nominal Pipe Size @ 0.30” W.C. Press Drop
NEOTHERM
NATURAL GAS
REQUIRED
CU FT
SIZE
/ HR.
150
150
199/210 199/210
285
285
399
399
500
500
600
600
750
750
850
850
Table 7.
To Size Your Piping
TO SIZE PIPING:
Measure linear distance from meter outlet to last
boiler. Add total input of all boilers and divide
by 1000 to obtain cu ft / hr required. Add total
equivalent length of fittings used according to
Table 8. Align total length (pipe and fittings) on left
side column of Table 9 with highest cubic feet of
gas required.
Notes:
Consult and confirm with Applicable Fuel Gas
Code before beginning work. Verify gas inlet
pressure is between 4 and 13 in W.C. before
starting boiler.
Section 5 -
PUMP REQUIREMENTS
5.1 NeoTherm Boiler Flow and Head
Requirements
NORMAL WATER*
Flow
H/L
Temp
Flow
H/L
Temp
Size
gpm
feet Rise °F
lpm
m
Rise °C
150
19
49
15
72
14.9
8
199
25
28
15
95
8.5
8
285
36
33
15
98
10.1
8
399
50
35
15
189
10.7
8
500
63
28
15
239
8.5
8
600**
60
24
19
227
7.3
11
750**
68
35
21
257
10.7
12
850**
68
26
24
257
7.9
13
* Maximum water hardness of 10 grains per gallon allowed.
** See SECTION 6B.7 for pump information.
Table 12. Water Heater Flow Data
5.2 NeoTherm Water Heater Flow and
Head Requirements
TEMPERATURE RISE IN °F
20°F
25°F
30°F
35°F
40°F
FLOW H/L
FLOW H/L
FLOW H/L
FLOW H/L
FLOW H/L
SIZE GPM
FT
GPM
FT
GPM
FT
GPM
FT
GPM
FT
150 14.3 28.5
11.4 19
9.5 13.6
8.1 11.2
7.1 8.8
199/210 20 24.1
16 16.7 13.4 11.6 11.3
9
9.9 6.9
285
27 25.5
22 17.5
18
14
15 10.5
13
8
399
39
28
31
20
25 14.5
22
11
19
9
500
48
24
38
16
32
12
27
9
24
8
600
58
44
46
31
38
22
33
18
29
15
750
72
37
58
23
48
17
41
13
36
10
850
81
33
65
22
54
15
46
10
41
8
TEMPERATURE RISE IN °C
11°C
14°C
17°C
19°C
22°C
FLOW H/L
FLOW H/L
FLOW H/L
FLOW H/L
FLOW H/L
SIZE
lpm
m
lpm
m
lpm
m
lpm
m
lpm
m
150
54
8.7
43 5.8
36
4.1
31
3.4
27
2.7
199/210 76 7.3
61 5.1
51
3.5
43
2.7
37
2.1
285 102 7.8
83 5.3
68
4.3
57
3.2
49
2.4
399 148 8.5
117 6.1
95
4.4
83
3.4
72
2.7
500 182 7.3
144 4.9
121 3.7
102 2.7
91
2.4
600 220 13.4
174 9.4
144 6.7
125 5.5
110 4.6
750 273 11.3
220 7.0
182 5.2
155 4.0
136 3.0
850 307 10.1
246 6.7
204 4.6
174 3.0
155 2.4
Table 10. Water Flow Requirements
LAARS Heating Systems
NeoTherm’s efficiency is higher with lower return
water temperatures. Therefore, to get the most of low return
temperature with multiple boilers, pipe as shown in Figures 17-19.
NeoTherm NTV models 150-500 can be ordered with or
without a pump included.
NeoTherm NTH models 80-500 can also be ordered with or
without a pump included.
NeoTherm with a pump MUST be piped in a primary-
secondary fashion (using either piping or a hydraulic
separator) such that the pump that is mounted on the boiler
ONLY serves the boiler.
When the pump is supplied by Laars, the NeoTherm boiler
must be located within 15 feet (4.6m) of the supply and return
header (or the hydraulic separator). Pumps supplied by Laars
are sized for a maximum of 30 feet (9.1m) of connection size
piping and the headloss of the boiler only. (See Table 10.)
If longer pipe lengths are required, the pump should be sized
for the boiler and for the piping it will serve, and should be
supplied to job separately. Even with pumps supplied by
others, Laars strongly recommends primary-secondary piping.
6A.2 NTH Cold Water Make-Up
1.
Connect the cold water supply to the inlet connection of
an automatic fill valve.
2.
Install a suitable back flow preventer between the
automatic fill valve and the cold water supply.
3.
Install shut off valves where required.
The boiler piping system of a hot water heating boiler
connected to heating coils located in air handling appliances
where they may be exposed to refrigerated air circulation
must be equipped with flow control valves or other automatic
means to prevent gravity circulation of the boiler water during
the cooling cycle.
A boiler installed above radiation level, or as required by the
authority having jurisdiction, must be provided with a low
water cutoff device either as a part of the boiler or at the time
of boiler installation.
NTH
PIPE SIZE,
NTV
PIPE SIZE,
SIZE
INCHES
SIZE
INCHES
150
1
150
1¼
210
1¼
199
1¼
285
1¼
285
2
399
1¼
399
2
500
1½
500
2
600
1½
600
2
750
2
750
2
850
2
850
2
Table 13. Water Connection Pipe Sizes
Section 6A -
WATER CONNECTIONS -
NTH BOILER
Section 6 is divided into two parts. Section
6A covers NTH units designed for hydronic
heating. Section 6B covers NTV models, which
are designed exclusively for “volume water”
domestic hot water applications. Refer to the
proper section for instructions on installing
and piping your product. Refer to Table 9 for
the connection pipe sizes required.
6A.1 NTH System Piping -
Hot Supply Connections
NOTE: This appliance must be installed in a closed
pressure system with a minimum of 12 psi (82.7kPa)
static pressure at the boiler.
Hot water piping should be supported by suitable hangers or
floor stands. Do not support piping with this appliance. Due
to expansion and contraction of copper pipe, consideration
should be given to the type of hangers used. Rigid hangers
may transmit noise through the system resulting from the
piping sliding in the hangers. It is recommended that padding
be used when rigid hangers are installed. Maintain 1” (2.5cm)
clearance to combustibles for hot water pipes.
Pipe the discharge of the relief valve (full size) to a drain or
in a manner to prevent injury in the event of pressure relief.
Install an air purger, an air vent, a diaphragm-type expansion
tank, and a hydronic flow check in the system supply loop.
Minimum fill pressure must be 12psig (82.7kPa). Install
shutoff valves where required by code.
NEOTHERM Boilers and Water Heaters
6A.3 Condensate Drain
A condensate drain trap is built into the NeoTherm unit.
Connect a 3/4” PVC pipe between the drain connection and
a floor drain (or a condensate pump if a floor drain is not
accessible).
The condensate drain must be installed so as to prevent
accumulation of condensate. When a condensate pump is not
used, the tubing must continuously slope downward toward
the drain with no spiraling.
Consult local codes for the proper disposal method for the
condensate.
Caution
Condensate is mildly acidic (pH = 5), and may harm
some floor drains and/or pipes, particularly those
that are metal. Ensure that the drain, drainpipe,
and anything that will come in contact with the
condensate can withstand the acidity, or neutralize
the condensate before disposal. Damage caused by
failure to install a neutralizer kit or to adequately
treat condensate will not be the manufacturer’s
responsibility.
6A.4 Freeze Protection
WARNING
Glycol must not be used in domestic hot water
applications. Refer to Section 6B.4 for instructions on
NTV, domestic hot water freeze protection.
NeoTherm units are certified for indoor use only, and are not
design-certified for placement outdoors.
Proper precautions for freeze protection are recommended
for boiler installations in areas where the danger of freezing
exists.
Power outage, interruption of gas supply, failure of system
components, activation of safety devices, etc., may prevent a
boiler from firing. Any time a boiler is subjected to freezing
conditions, and the boiler is not able to fire, and/or the
water is not able to circulate, there is a risk of freezing
in the boiler or in the pipes in the system. When water
freezes, it expands which may result in bursting of pipes, or
damage to the boiler, which could result in leaking or flooding
conditions.
Do not use automotive antifreeze. To help prevent freezing,
Laars recommends the use of inhibited glycol concentrations
between 20% and 35% glycol. Typically, this concentration
will serve as burst protection for temperatures down to
approximately -5°F (-20°C). If temperatures are expected to
be lower than -5°F (-20°C), glycol concentrations up to 50%
can be used. When concentrations greater than 35% are used,
water flow rates must be increased to maintain a 20°F to 25°F
temperature rise through the boiler.
NOTE: Laars supplied pumps are not all capable of
maintaining the reduced temperature rise required
with glycol concentrations greater than 35%. If glycol
concentrations required are greater than 35% a field
supplied pump should be used.
Caution
Different glycol products may provide varying degrees of
protection. Glycol products must be maintained properly
in a heating system, or they may become ineffective.
Consult the glycol specifications, or the glycol
manufacturer, for information about specific products,
maintenance of solutions, and set up according to your
particular conditions.
6A.5 NTH Suggested Piping Schematics
Figure 16 through Figure 22 show suggested piping
configurations for NTH boilers. These diagrams are only
meant as a guide. All components or piping required by local
code must be installed.
6A.6 Recognized Chemicals
The following manufacturers offer glycols, inhibitors, and
anti foamants that are suitable for use in the NeoTherm.
Please refer to the manufacturers instructions for proper
selection and application.
1.
Sentinel Performance Solutions Group
2.
Hercules Chemical Company
3.
Dow Chemical Company
LAARS Heating Systems
Figure 16. Hydronic Piping — Single Boiler, Zoning with Circulators
NEOTHERM Boilers and Water Heaters
Figure 17. Hydronic Piping — Single Boiler, Low Temp Radiant Space Heating Using Low Loss Header and
Zone Valves
LAARS Heating Systems
Figure 18. Hydronic Piping — Multiple Boilers, Zoning with Circulators
NEOTHERM Boilers and Water Heaters
Figure 19. Hydronic Piping — Multiple Boilers with Indirect DHW Tank Piped from System Loop
LAARS Heating Systems
Figure 20. Hydronic Piping — Multiple Boilers, Reverse Return, Multi-Temp Zones, Zoning with Circulators
NEOTHERM Boilers and Water Heaters
Figure 21. Hydronic Piping — Heating Zones with Indirect DHW Tank Piped with Zone Pumps
The indirect DHW tank is piped directly off of the boiler. The boiler pump must shut down during DHW operation.
LAARS Heating Systems
Figure 22. Hydronic Piping, Multiple Boilers with Indirect DHW Off of One Boiler
The boiler pump must shut down during DHW operation.
NEOTHERM Boilers and Water Heaters
not be warranted. If the water in use exceeds the conditions
recommended, a water softener or other device should be
installed to improve water quality.
6B.2 Piping Requirements
Water piping should be supported by suitable hangers and
floor stands. Do not support piping with the appliance. Due
to expansion and contraction of copper pipe, consideration
should be given to the type of hangers and supports used.
Rigid hangers may transmit noise through the system resulting
from piping sliding in the hangers. It is recommended that
padding be used when rigid hangers are installed. Maintain 1”
(2.5cm) clearance to combustibles for hot water pipes.
Pipe the discharge of the relief valve (full size) to the drain or
in a manner to prevent injury in the event of pressure relief.
Install a diaphragm-type expansion tank, flow check, and
shutoff valves where needed or as required by code.
NeoTherm 150-500 can be ordered with pumps. Whether the
Section 6B -
WATER CONNECTIONS -
NTV WATER HEATER
Section 6 is divided into two parts. Section
6A covers NTH units designed for hydronic
heating. Section 6B covers NTV models, which
are designed exclusively for “volume water”
domestic hot water applications. Refer to the
proper section for instructions on installing
and piping your product. Refer to Table 13
on page 18 for the connection pipe sizes
required.
6B.1 NTV Water Quality
NTV water heaters must be installed in water conditions
of 10gpg hardness or less with a pH range of 8.2 to 9.5.
Operating the NTV in water with higher hardness levels will
cause heat exchanger fouling, erosion, or corrosion leading
to premature component failure, reduced efficiency, heat
exchanger failure or system failure. Failure of this type will
Figure 23. DHW Piping, One Heater, One Vertical Tank
NOTES:
1. Optional CWMU & Recirc. line location.
2. Locate NTV DHW sensor or remote aquastat well
in lower 1/3 of tank.
3. Back flow preventer may be required - check local codes.
4. Thermal expansion tank may be required - check local codes.
5. Factory mounted pumps are sized for a max pipe length of
30’ total, 6-90° elbows, full pipe size.
6. Caution: Pump sizing must be based on water hardness at job site.
WARNING: This drawing shows
suggested piping configuration and
valving. Check with local codes and
ordinances for additional requirements.
LAARS Heating Systems
factory pumps or other pumps are installed, the piping should
be installed such that the pump supplies flow to the heater it
is attached to only. The factory pumps are sized for 30 feet
and 6 elbows of total pipe length, so the heater should be
placed within 15 feet of the tank. If longer runs are required, a
properly-sized field-supplied pump should be used.
6B.3 Cold Water Make-Up
The cold water make-up may be connected to the tank or to
the inlet of the boiler as shown in Figure 23 through Figure
26. Install back flow preventers and shut offs where needed
or required by code. Pipe sizes may have to be increased to
accomodate cold water make-up flow.
6A.4 Condensate Drain
A condensate drain trap is built into the NeoTherm unit.
Connect a 3/4” PVC pipe between the drain connection and
a floor drain (or a condensate pump if a floor drain is not
accessible).
The condensate drain must be installed so as to prevent
accumulation of condensate. When a condensate pump is not
used, the tubing must continuously slope downward toward
the drain with no spiraling.
Consult local codes for the proper disposal method for the
condensate.
Caution
Condensate is mildly acidic (pH = 5), and may harm
some floor drains and/or pipes, particularly those
that are metal. Ensure that the drain, drainpipe,
and anything that will come in contact with the
condensate can withstand the acidity, or neutralize
the condensate before disposal. Damage caused by
failure to install a neutralizer kit or to adequately
treat condensate will not be the manufacturer’s
responsibility.
6B.5 Freeze Protection
NeoTherm heaters are not certified for outdoor installation,
so the chance of freezing is minimized. In an event such as
power outage, component failure or other issue when freezing
is likely, the heater and system must be drained to avoid the
risk of damage due to freezing. Glycol must not be used in
volume water heating applications.
6B.6 NTV Suggested Piping Schematics
Figure 24 through Figure 26 show suggested piping
configurations for NTV boilers. These diagrams are only
meant as guides. All components or piping required by local
code must be installed.
6B.7 NTV Suggested Pumps
Possible pumps for NTV sizes 600-850 are Grundfos model
TP 40-160/2B, or for size 600 (only) is Armstrong model
E22B. See Table 10 on page 17 for heater water flow and
head requirements.
Note - The head loss for the piping, fittings, and accessories
must be calculated and added to the heater head loss to get the
total required pump head. An undersized pump will result in
insufficient flow. The can result in scale buildup and failure
of the heat exchanger.
NEOTHERM Boilers and Water Heaters
Figure 24. DHW Piping, One Heater, Two Vertical Tanks
NOTES:
1. Optional CWMU & Recirc. line location.
2. Locate NTV DHW sensor or remote aquastat well
in lower 1/3 of tank.
3. Back flow preventer may be required - check local codes.
4. Thermal expansion tank may be required - check local codes.
5. Factory mounted pumps are sized for a max pipe length of
30’ total, 6-90° elbows, full pipe size.
6. Caution: Pump sizing must be based on water
hardness at job site.
WARNING: This drawing shows
suggested piping configuration and
valving. Check with local codes and
ordinances for additional requirements.
LAARS Heating Systems
Figure 25. DHW Piping, Two Heaters, One Vertical Tank
Figure 26. DHW Piping, Two Heaters, Two Vertical Tanks
NOTES:
1. Optional CWMU & Recirc. line location.
2. Locate NTV DHW sensor or remote aquastat
well in lower 1/3 of tank.
3. Back flow preventer may be required - check
local codes.
4. Thermal expansion tank may be required -
check local codes.
5. Factory mounted pumps are sized for a max
pipe length of 30’ total, 6-90° elbows, full pipe size.
6. Caution: Pump sizing must be based on
water hardness at job site.
WARNING: This drawing shows
suggested piping configuration and
valving. Check with local codes and
ordinances for additional requirements.
NOTES:
1. Optional CWMU & Recirc.
line location.
2. Locate NTV DHW sensor
or remote aquastat well
in lower 1/3 of tank.
3. Back flow preventer may be
required - check local codes.
4. Thermal expansion tank may be
required - check local codes.
5. Factory mounted pumps are sized
for a max pipe length of 30’ total,
6-90° elbows, full pipe size.
6. Caution: Pump sizing must
be based on water
hardness at job site.
WARNING: This drawing shows
suggested piping configuration and
valving. Check with local codes and
ordinances for additional requirements.
NEOTHERM Boilers and Water Heaters
Section 7 -
INSTALLATION AND WIRING
7.1 Installation Warnings
7.2 Main Power Connections
Connect a 15A fused, 120-volt supply to the main power
switch. (The hot leg is connected directly to the switch.)
The neutral leg is connected directly to the white wire. The
ground wire can be connected to the grounding lug on the
control panel. (See Figure 27.)
7.3
Pump Connections and Operation
The controller in the NeoTherm energizes the pump contacts
when it receives a call for heat. Once the call for heat is
satisfied, the pump will remain on for the defined pump
overrun time.
The Boiler Pump terminals (TB5 - max 7.4 FLA) are fed
by 120V (violet wire) internally from the main power feed.
The System and DHW contacts are dry contacts. Appropriate
voltage must be supplied to the System and DHW pumps for
proper operation.
The System pump connections are located on terminal block
5 (TB5) in the control panel. (See Figure 27.) The System
pump contacts are rated for 120Vac, 7.4 Amps. To use the
contacts, power must be supplied on one terminal with the
other terminal wired to the pump or a relay controlling the
pump.
The DHW pump connections are located on terminal block
5 (TB5) in the control panel and are rated for 120Vac, 7.4
Amps. To use the contacts, power must be supplied on one
terminal, and the other terminal wired to the pump or a relay
controlling the pump.
Additional 120VAC circuits may be required for the pumps.
WARNING
The appliance must be electrically grounded in
accordance with the requirements of the authority
having jurisdiction or, in the absence of such
requirements, with the latest edition of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, in the U.S. and with
the latest edition of CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical
Code, Part 1, in Canada. Do not rely on the gas or
water piping to ground the metal parts of the boiler.
Plastic pipe or dielectric unions may isolate the boiler
electrically. Service and maintenance personnel, who
work on or around the boiler, may be standing on wet
floors and could be electrocuted by an ungrounded
boiler. Electrocution can result in severe injury or
death.
Single pole switches, including those of safety
controls and protective devices, must not be wired in
a grounded line.
All electrical connections are made on the terminal
blocks that are located inside the control panel.
Wiring connections are shown in Figure 34.
All internal electrical components have been
prewired. No attempt should be made to connect
electrical wires to any other location except the
terminal blocks.
Caution
The supply voltage to the NeoTherm unit must not
be disconnected, except for service or isolation, or
unless otherwise instructed by procedures outlined
in this manual. To signal a call for heat, use the 24V
field interlock, as shown in the wiring diagram.
DO NOT MAKE AND BREAK THE LINE VOLTAGE
TO THE NEOTHERM UNIT TO SIGNAL A CALL
FOR HEAT. A call for heat/ end call for heat MUST
be connected to the field interlock terminals. Some
NeoTherm components are designed to have
constant voltage during normal operation. If the
NeoTherm’s supply voltage is toggled as a call for
heat signal, premature failure of these components
may result.
The NeoTherm unit does not recognize 4mA as a
signal to shut off. If the call for heat is not connected
between the field interlock terminals, the NeoTherm
will remain in low fire when it sees 4mA as a
modulating signal.
7.4
Hydronic Heating Using External
Modulation Control -
About External Control -
When the NeoTherm is used for hydronic heating with
external modulation control, a call for heat must be
supplied to the “T-T or Interlock” terminal. Once the call
is supplied the control starts the Boiler and System pumps
and begins the ignition process. Once in Run, the NeoTherm
monitors the flame signal, call for heat, safeties, and
water temperatures. The boiler setpoint is used to limit the
maximum water temperature leaving the boiler only. The
modulation rate is controlled by a 4-20mA signal supplied
by an external control. (This can also be 0-10Vdc using a
converter - Laars part number CA006100.) When setting up
a system using an external control, take care to set Anti-Short
Cycle feature to prevent “hunting “ and possible premature
component failure.
LAARS Heating Systems
WATER HEATER
SIZES
VOLTS
PHASE
AMPS
199-500
120
Single
2*
No pump
199
120
Single
7*
With pump
285-500
120
Single
8*
With pump
600-850 See Pump Rating Plate FLA
No pump (must be less than 7.4 FLA)
*Minimum 15A circuit required
BOILER
PUMP CONNECTIONS
RATINGS
SIZES
VOLTS PHASE
AMPS
(Boiler, System Pump and
DHW Pump Connections)
199–850
120
Single
2*
115V – Maximum 1HP
No Pump
or 7.4A max
199-500
Less
With Pump
120
Single than
115V – Maximum 1HP
6*
or 7.4A max
*Minimum 15A circuit required
Table 14. NTH Electrical Data
Figure 27. Control Panel Layout
Figure 29. BAS Connections to a Lead/ Lag System
Lead or
master
boiler
Controller
Controller
Master
System
display
TB3 - 24VAC
TB4 - NEU
Operator
interface
(HMI)
Customer
communication
(RS-485)
MB1
MB1
MB2
MB2
Second or
slave
boiler
Com1
Com2
Figure 28. BAS Connections to a Single
Boiler
Operator
interface
(HMI)
Boiler
Controller
MB1 MB2
Customer
communication
(RS-485)
Table 15. NTV Electrical Data
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Figure 30. Ladder Diagram
Connections for External Control -
Connect the 4-20mA signal from an external control or
building automation system to terminal block 7 (TB7) in
the control panel. The connections are labeled Remote
Analog Input. When making the connections, follow the
polarity designations shown on the label.
Terminal block 8 (TB8) in the control panel can be used
for connecting optional components, such as low water
cutoffs, flow switches, additional high limits and other
field-supplied devices that must be interlocked with
the boiler. These are non-powered dry contacts only.
All safeties or end switches must be wired in series by
removing the supplied jumpers.
7.6
Connections to a
Building Automation System
NeoTherm boilers can be controlled and monitored
through the included Modbus ports. The Modbus wiring
should be completed according to the diagrams shown
below. If alternate communication protocols are desired,
Laars offers “gateways” to allow BACnet, LON, and other
communications protocols. For additional information on
setting up Modbus and other communication protocols,
contact the factory.
Signals from a Building Automation System can be
connected to the MB2 Modbus connections on the
controller. See Figure 28. (MB1 is used to connect to the
Operator Interface (UI).
If multiple boilers are connecting in a cascading Lead/ Lag
arrangement, the signals from the Building Automation
System must be brought in through a System Display.
See Figure 29.
7.7
Ladder and Wire Diagrams
See Figure 30 and Figure 31
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Figure 31. Wiring Diagram, All Sizes
BOILER
PUMP
GND
BLK
WH
GN
COM 2
24Vac
24V com
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
TO TB4-1
TO TB3-1
COM 1
BL/GN
Y/GN
PRESSURE
SWITCH
BR
OR/WH
BR
OR/WH
NC
COM
MB1
MB2
ECOM
B A
VDC
B
GND
THERMO-FUSE
OPTIONAL SWITCH
USED ON SOME
MODELS. IF SWITCH
IS NOT INSTALLED IN
THIS LOCATION. THE
TERMINAL JUMPER
SHOULD BE IN PLACE
1
OR
BL
GY/WH
DKB/Y
TO TB4
J6-8
J6-7
J6-3
SEE
TABLE 2
OPTIONAL SWITCH
USED ON SOME
MODELS. IF SWITCH
IS NOT INSTALLED IN
THIS LOCATION. THE
TERMINAL JUMPER
SHOULD BE IN PLACE
J8-5
J8-4
J8-3
PUMP
SYS
DHW
FACTORY INSTALLED
OPTION FOR 500 -850
CSD-1 ONLY
TABLE 2. GAS VALVE WIRE COLORS
TABLE 1.
COLOR ABBREVIATIONS
NO
COM
VT
BLK/Y
GR
Y
BLK
BLK/Y
TAN/R
TN/BL
TN/BLK
WH
TN/BRN
OR
BRN
BRN
PUMP
BYPASS
RELAY
7
8
5
3
1
2
4
6
R1
R2
MS-1
MS-2
GY/WH
SYSTEM SENSOR
AQUASTAT
OPTION
BLK/OR
DHW TEMP SENSOR
ALARM
WH/OR
WH/GY
OR/BLK
BL/Y
BL
TO J6-8
TO J6-7
ALARM
TB6
FIELD
CONNECTIONS
WH & GR
Y
BLK/OR
OR/BLK
J10-8
J10-7
7
3
2
GND
GAS
VALVE
4
1
2
3
PRESSURE
SWITCH
OR
PUR
OR
PUR
SPARK
IGNITOR
J1-3
J1-2
GY
2
1
2
1
6
1
1
6
1
6
6
1
1
2
2
1
TO
GAS
VALVE
P1
WH
WH
DRY CONTACTS
ONLY
FIELD
OPTIONS
OUTDOOR TEMP SENSOR
L
NEUTRAL
PUMP
L
NEUTRAL
GY
CRIMP NUT
GR
WH
BLK
TO TB8 P1
BLK
GY
DKB
GY
TO TB4-P1
TO J4-10
Y
TO TB6 P1
TO TB6 P2
WH/GY
WH/OR
TO J6-2
WH/R/GN
GY/R
GR/VT
R
GR/BL
BL
WH/GY
TN/BLK
WH
TN
TN/Y
PUR/BLK
PUR
R/Y
BRN
BRN/WH
WH/R
TO TB2 PIN2
TO XFORMER
WH
TO TB1 PIN2
TO
XFORMER
BLK
FLOW
SWITCH
R
ADD'L
HIGH
LIMIT
BL
Y
GR/BL
GR/VT
WH/GY
FIELD INSTALLED
OPTIONS
LOW
WATER
CUTOFF
GY/R
BLK
BLK
Y
WH
WH
VT
GY/BL
Y
R
WH
BLK
Y
DKB
Y
Y
TN/R
TN/BL
OR
TN/BRN
GY/R
WH/R/GN
CL
CL
CL
CL
CL
WH
GR/R
WH/GN
R/BLK
PK
DKB/Y
FS-1
R
R/Y
BR/WH
BR
TN/Y
TN
R
Y
WH/R
WH/R
WH/BL
WH/BL
DKB
DKB
FS-2
DKB
DKB/Y
DKB
WH/BL
PUR/BLK
PUR
R
CONTROL MODULE
(Honeywell)
CUSTOMER
POWER INPUT
GR
WH
BLK
TB1
110V
"HOT"
TB2
110V
NEUTRAL
TB3
24V
"HOT"
TB4
24V
COMMON
SW 1
J4-6
J4-10
J4-12
GND
J4-7
TB5
BOILER
CONNECTIONS
J4-5
J4-4
J4-3
J4-2
J5-1
J5-2
SAFETY
CHAIN
J8-12
J8-11
J8-10
J8-9
J8-8
J8-7
J8-6
J8-2
J8-1
J2-1
J2-2
J2-3
J2-4
J9-6
J9-5
J9-4
J9-2
J9-1
TB7
FIELD
CONNECTIONS
OUTDOOR TEMP SENSOR
ANALOG INPUT -
ANALOG INPUT +
T-T OR INTERLOCK
OUTLET
TEMP
SENSOR
(P2)
INLET
TEMP
SENSOR
(P1)
STACK
TEMP
(P3)
GND
2 1
3
TB8 FIELD
CONNECTIONS
J6-2
J6-1
1
5
1
3
P4
P5
HV
SPARK
GND
TRANSFORMER
110VAC INPUT
24VAC OUTPUT
BLOWER
FLAME
ROD
CONDENSATE
LEVEL SWITCH
HIGH/LOW
GAS PRESSURE
SWITCH
500-850 CSD-1 ONLY
1
2
3
4
1 2
3 4
2
GY
DISPLAY
TOUCH-SCREEN
LTGN
OR/GN
A
V-
V+
GY/WH
THERMO-FUSE
(ON SOME MODELS)
BOILER PUMP
INTERRUPT
JUMPERS
BL = BLUE
WH = WHITE
Y = YELLOW
H2355400B
DKB = DARK BLUE
CL - CLEAR
BRN = BROWN
R = RED
1.
TN = TAN
VT = VIOLET
TABLE 1 -COLOR ABBREVIATIONS
PUR = PURPLE
LTGN = LIGHT GREEN
GY = GRAY
GN = GREEN
BLK = BLACK
ALL CONNECTORS ARE VIEWED FROM REAR
NOTES:
OR = ORANGE
OF CONNECTOR (INSERTION END)
TABLE 2 - GAS VALVE WIRE COLORS
GAS VALVE PIN NO.
80-285
399-500
600-850
Y
R
B
Y
1
K
B
L
B
-
2
L
B
-
B
K
D
3
N
R
G
A
N
N
G
4
(Kit # KM50D7130)
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Figure 32. NeoTherm with Touch Screen
Touch Screen
Section 8
Navigating the Touch Screen
8.1 The Touch Screen
The Touch Screen is located front and center on the
NeoTherm and allows you to navigate into all of the
functionality and control that is available to setup and
customize your heating and/or hotwater system.
8.2 Using the Touch Screen
A screen saver is programmed into the display. Simply
touch the screen to wake it up.
While under normal operation, the Touch Screen will
automatically present this Home screen. See Menu 1
Menu 1.
Home Screen
Menu 2.
Status Summary
The home screen shows a picture of the NeoTherm
controller. The color of the controller depends on the
status of the NeoTherm, as shown below.
Color Status Control
Icon
Blue
Normal operation
Red
Lockout
Gray
Standby mode (Burner
switch off)
Gray and
crossed
out
Communication
problem
Yellow
Hold state. This could
be Anti short cycle, fan
speed transitions, etc.
Figure 33. Boiler Status Colors
To check the operation of the appliance, press the large
Control Icon on the Home screen. The system will
present a Status Summary screen for the appliance:
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Screen Menu Icons
There are several icons at the top of the Touch Screen
Menus (and most of the other screens) that will help
you move around the system:
Home
Upper
left-hand
corner
Return to Home page
Camera
Upper
left-hand
corner
Screen-shot of current
menu as a JPG file
Bell
Upper
left-hand
corner
System in Lockout,
Reset required
Padlock
Upper
right-hand
corner
Shows whether a
password has been
entered so parameters
can be changed
Back
Upper
right-hand
corner
Return to previous screen
Sometimes a screen is used to present a list, and often
the list is too long to present on a single screen view. To
see the rest of the list, pull down on the bar on the right
side of the screen, or use the up- and down-arrows.
To make a change, or to get more information about one
of the items on the list, press on the line for that item.
To change some parameters, a password is required.
The control system includes three levels of password
protection:
OEM Password
Setup and parameter changes
available only to the factory.
Installer Password Setup and parameter changes
made when the system is
installed, and some diagnostic and
troubleshooting functions.
The installer level password is
“lnt” (lower case “LNT.”)
User Level (no password required)
Non-critical adjustments and
functions, including adjusting
the Central Heat and Domestic
Hot Water setpoints, monitoring
the input and output variables,
reading parameters from the
controller, and reading the error
log
(For some special safety-related functions, besides
entering the correct password, the system will
ask you to go through an additional “verification”
process. For more information, see the section on
“Configuration.”)
When a password is necessary, the system will
present the keyboard screen. See Menu 3.
Login
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
-
=
q
w
e
r
t
y
i
o
p
[
]
u
a
s
d
f
g
h
j
k
l
:
*
z
x
c
v
b
n
m
,
.
/
Shift
Backspace
OK
Clear
Cancel
Menu 3.
Keyboard Screen
The passwords used by this system are “case
sensitive” – it matters whether a letter in the
password is capitalized or not. Pressing the Shift
key toggles between capital and lower case letters.
“BS” stands for “Back Space,” and also works as a
Delete key.
Anyone can view all of the parameters. However,
to change most of the parameters, you will need a
password.
At the bottom of the screen, the system indicates that
you need to enter a password.
Menu 4.
Login Required
The screen used to Login is similar to the Keyboard
screen.
It may be difficult for some operators to press the
keys on this screen. In this case, use the back of a
plastic pen, or a stylus, or a pencil eraser. (Do not
use sharp metal tools – these may damage the plastic
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surface of the screen.)
Each time you press a key, the system will respond
with a beep. If you are entering a password, an
asterisk (*) will appear for each character you enter.
The beeps and asterisks will help you enter the correct
number of characters for your password.
When changing a numerical value, the system presents
a numerical entry screen, as shown below.
Menu 5.
Numeric Entry Screen
8.3 Verification Process for Safety-
Related Parameters
The verification process allows the user to
confirm that all the changes made are correct
and that there have not been any inadvertent
changes made.
1.
When you start to change a parameter that
is related to safety, the system will present a
warning which looks like this:
Menu 6.
Parameter Safety Warning
WARNING
Changing safety parameters should only be
conducted by experienced, licensed boiler operators
and mechanics. Hazardous burner conditions can
happen with improper operations that may result in
PROPERTY LOSS, PHYSICAL INJURY, or DEATH.
Press OK to continue. The system will ask you
to login before you make a change. (For more
information on logging in, see Section 8.2.)
2.
If you make a change in any group that could
affect the safe operation of the unit, the control
system will ask you to “verify” the change before
it is accepted.
3.
Once all parameters have been changed, return
to the configure menu. In the lower right hand
corner of the screen you will see ‘VERIFY’
Press VERIFY, then press BEGIN to start
verification.
Notes –
• Once you change one of these safety-related
parameters, you must finish the verification process
for the group that includes the parameter, or the
control system will not let the boiler operate. You
can wait to do the verification until you have changed
parameters in other groups, but before you return the
boiler to service, you must complete the verification
process for all groups that have been changed.
• At the end of the verification process, you must press
the Reset button on the front of the controller. See
Figure 34. You have to do this within 30 seconds, or
the verification will be cancelled. To make it easy to
reach the Reset button, open the door on the front
of the boiler and slide out the control panel before
beginning the verification.
Figure 34. Reset Button on Controller
4.
The system will present a listing for each group
of parameters that need verification
See Menu 7.
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Menu 7.
Safety Parameter Confirmation
5.
For each group, check the list carefully. Press
Yes if all of the parameters in the group have
been entered correctly. For each group, you are
given 30 seconds to select Yes/No.
A count-down timer is shown at the bottom of
the screen.
If you made changes in other safety-related
groups, verify the entries in those groups in the
same way. Do this until the following screen
shows
Menu 8.
Safety Parameter Reset
6.
When the process is complete, the system will
tell you to reset the control system. The Reset
button is located on the front of the controller.
You must press the Reset button within 30
seconds, or the verification will be cancelled. A
count-down timer is shown at the bottom of the
screen.
8.4 Checking Individual Parameters
1.
From the ‘Home’ screen (Menu 9), press the
icon for the controller.
Menu 9.
‘Home’ screen
2.
The Status Summary page for the controller
will appear. This shows the current operating
condition of the controller, and also shows some
of the configuration settings.
See Menu 10
Menu 10. Status Summary Screen
Notice the four buttons at the bottom of each
Status Summary screen:
• Configure – Allows an installer to change
some of the setup parameters used by the
system. A password may be required.
• Operation – Used to adjust the setpoints,
change the fan speed, turn a burner on or off,
or turn the pumps on or off.
• Diagnostics – Allows you to run diagnostic
tests, or check the inputs and outputs used by
the system.
• Details – Allows you to check the status of all
of the setup parameters on the control system.
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8.5 Configuring Parameters
In this section, we will give you a quick explanation
of how to change parameters on the controller.
1.
From the Home Page screen (Menu 11), press
the icon for the controller.
Menu 11. Home Page Screen
2.
The Status Summary page for that controller
will appear. See Menu 12
Menu 12. Status Summary Screen
3.
Press the Configure button to start a
configuration session for the controller.
Menu 13. Configuration Screen
This screen lists all of the configuration groups
that will be outlined in Section 8.
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8.6 Setting the Date and Time on the
System Display
The display includes an internal clock, which keeps
track of the date and time. This setting is important,
because log entries for Lockouts and Alerts include
time listings. If the Date and Time setting for the
boiler is not correct, the listings in the Lockout and
Alert logs will be incorrect.
To set the clock:
1.
Start at the ‘Home’ screen.
Menu 14. ‘Home’ screen
2.
Press the Setup button on the lower right
corner of the screen. The system will present
the Setup screen.
Menu 15. Setup Screen
3.
Press the Display Setup button at the bottom
of the screen.
Menu 16. Display Setup Screen
4.
Press ‘Set Date/Time’ button.
Menu 17. Date and Time
5.
Use the arrows to change the date and time, and
then press the OK button.
Battery
The display has a removable battery (CR2032) to
store time, date, lockout, and alerts in the event of a
power failure. It has an expected lifetime of 10 years.
The battery can be accessed from the back of the
Touchscreen display.
Battery ( CR2032 )
(Back)
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8.7 Configuration Sub-Menus (ALL)
Menu 18. Home Screen
To navigate to the Configuration Menu Screen, first touch
the controller icon on the home screen to access the Status
Summary screen,
Menu 19. Status Summary Screen
From the Status Summary Screen, touch the ‘Configure’ button
on the bottom left, to access the Configuration Menu.
Menu 20. Configuration Menu
8.7.1 through 8.7.15 are the
Configuration Sub-Menus.
8.7.1 System Identification & Access
This sub-menu will display information regarding software,
date codes, model numbers and program name, as well as
giving the installer access to re-name the boiler and to change
the modbus addresses for lead lag operation.
8.7.2 CH - Central Heat Configuration
When using the NeoTherm for hydronic heating, a call for
heat must be supplied to the “T-T” terminals found on TB7
labeled “T-T or Interlock”. Once a call for heat is established,
the control will start the appropriate (selected) pumps, and
begin the ignition process. From the “Home” screen touch the
Sola icon, then press “Configure”. Choose ‘CH-Central Heat
Configuration to make adjustments to setpoint, and modulation
for a single boiler CH demand.
8.7.3 Outdoor Reset Configuration
Description of Outdoor Sensor
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8.7.4 DHW - Domestic Hot Water
Configuration
DHW - Domestic Hot Water is used to configure the DHW
temperature parameters for water heaters (NTV) and for
indirect water heaters that are used with boiler (NTH) systems.
8.7.5 Warm Weather Shutdown
Configuration
From this sub-menu you will be able to enable/disable the
Warm Weather Shutdown feature and adjust the set point.
8.7.6 Demand Priority Configuration
From the Demand Priority Configuration, the installer can
adjust the priority of the different demand types.
-Central Heat
-Domestic Hot Water
-Lead Lag
The control uses arrows as indicators to point to the loop with
higher priority.
8.7.7 Modulation Configuration
From this sub-menu the installer has the ability to adjust
the range of modulation for the CH, and DHW demands.
NeoTherm is designed with a 5:1 turn down ratio. Any
change to the minimum and maximum modulation rates
will affect the overall ratio of the boiler. The installer level
password will allow changes to these parameters. Consult
the factory if an adjustment is needed to any of these
parameters.
8.7.8 Pump Connections
The controller in the NeoTherm energizes the pump contacts
when it receives a call for heat. Once the call for heat is
satisfied, the pump will remain on for the defined pump
overrun time.\
The Boiler Pump terminals (TB5 - max 7.4 FLA) are fed by
120V (violet wire) internally from the main power feed. The
System and DHW contacts are dry contacts. Appropriate
voltage must be supplied to the System and DHW pumps for
proper operation.
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The System pump connections are located on terminal block
5 (TB5) in the control panel. The System pump contacts are
rated for 120Vac, 7.4 Amps. To use the contacts, power must
be supplied on one terminal with the other terminal wired to
the pump or a relay controlling the pump.
The DHW pump connections are located on terminal block
5 (TB5) in the control panel and are rated for 120Vac, 7.4
Amps. To use the contacts, power must be supplied on one
terminal, and the other terminal wired to the pump or a relay
controlling the pump.
Additional 120VAC circuits may be required for the pumps.
8.7.9 Statistics Configuration
The statistics configuration sub-menu allows the installer to
view Burner Cycles, Burner Run Time, DHW Pump Cycles,
Boiler Pump Cycles, and System Pump Cycles.
This sub-menu is ‘Read-Only’
8.7.10 High Limits
The outlet High limit can be adjusted using the installer
password. After a change is made, the control will lockout and
require a Safety Verification (see Section 8.3 for more details
on Safety Verification).
8.7.11 Stack Limits
8.7.12 Anti-Condensation Configuration
Anti-condensation (frost protection) is enabled/disabled
on this screen
8.7.8 Pump Connections (cont)
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8.7.13 Frost Protection
Frost protection will assist in keeping the NeoTherm
from freezing when the unit is not able to fire, but is still
able to run the pumps. The frost overrun time can be
changed on this screen.
8.7.14 System Configuration
The installer can set the control to display temperature
units in °F or °C, can adjust the anti short -cycle time,
the low fire cutoff time, burner off inhibit time, and can
set the time allowed for an alarm to sound before being
silenced.
8.7.15 Fan Configuration
To increase/decrease the speed at which the fan control
loop reacts to a decrease in fan speed, adjust the Fan
gain down parameter. Similarly, to increase/decrease
the speed at which the fan control loop reacts to an
increase in fan speed, adjust the Fan gain up parameter.
The minimum duty cycle is a view only parameter. To
set a fixed RPM at which the fan should ramp up or
down, adjust the Speed up ramp or Speed down ramp
respectively.
8.7.16 Sensor Configuration
The outdoor temperature can be read from the outdoor
sensor that is shipped with the NeoTherm.
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Figure 35. Lead / Lag Operation, 2 boilers.
Low demand -
The first boiler in
sequence fires at
less than 65%
First
boiler
Second
boiler
Demand increases -
Once the first boiler
reaches 65%,
the second boiler
switches on, and
both modulate
together between 20%
and 65%
Nearing max. demand -
Once both reach 65%,
then they are both
allowed to go over
65%
About Lead/Lag Operation
About Lead/Lag Operation -
If an installation includes two or more boilers, they
may be set up for “Lead/Lag” operation. One boiler
will be set up as the “Master”, and the others will
operate as “Slaves.” Figure 35 shows an installation
with eight boilers. (A Lead/Lag system can include up
to eight boilers.) The boiler controllers are connected
in a “daisy chain” using a Modbus connection.
A single System sensor is used to monitor the demand
for heat. The input from this sensor is used by the
Master controller to control the modulation rates of all
of the operating boilers.
Lead/Lag Modulation Cycle -
Note - We will explain the modulation cycle here, in
case you need to understand how the Lead/Lag system
actually operates. If you are installing the unit(s)
and want to skip this section, just remember that, as
the heating demand increases, the Lead/Lag system
puts more boilers on-line. As the heating demand is
reduced, the Lead/Lag system shuts off some of the
boilers.
The signal from the System sensor is sent to the unit
operating as the Lead/Lag Master. A Run sequence is
initiated when the system temperature falls to the Lead/
Lag Central Heat setpoint. (Actually this is the LL
CH setpoint less the On Hysteresis value. The default
setting for On Hysteresis is 5°F, but this is adjustable.)
Notice that, when a boiler is operating as part of a
Lead/Lag system, it does not use the normal CH
setpoint – it uses the special LL CH setpoint on the
Lead/Lag Master.
The unit acting as the Lead/Lag Master
decides which boiler is assigned to start first. This
assignment is rotated across all of the available
boilers so that any one boiler does not run
significantly longer than the others. The Lead/Lag
controller tracks the run times for all of the boilers,
and uses this to calculate the starting order for the
boilers. This means that each time the system starts
up, a different boiler may start first.
Figure 36. “Lead/Lag” Operation in a System with Eight Boilers. Note: The Displays on Boilers 2 through 8
will display information pertaining only to that specific boiler.
Touch
Screen
Lead Lag
Master
Addr
1
Addr
2
Addr
3
Boiler 4
Addr
4
Boiler 5
Addr
5
Boiler 6
Addr
6
Boiler 7
Addr
7
Boiler 8
Addr
8
Boiler 3
Boiler 2
Boiler 1
Caution
You should set the Modbus addresses before
you connect the Modbus wiring. If the wiring
is attached before the Modbus addresses on
the controls are changed, there will be multiple
controls with the same address, and the system
will not work.
WARNING
If the Modbus addresses are not assigned
properly, the system could fail to operate
correctly, or it might operate in an unsafe
manner. This could lead to property damage,
personal injury or death.
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Figure 37. Lead / Lag Operation, 3 or more boilers
Low demand -
The first boiler in
sequence fires at
less than 65%
1
2
3
4
Demand increases -
Once the first boiler
reaches 65%,
the second boiler
switches on, and
both modulate
together between 29%
and 65%
Demand increases -
Once the first two
boilers reach 65%,
the third boiler
switches on, and all
boilers modulate together
between 29% and 65%. This continues as demand increases.
5
6
7
8
Nearing max. demand -
The last boiler becomes
active. Once all boilers
reach 65%, all are
allowed to go over
65%
The Lead/Lag controller will change the firing order of
the burners, based on the run time of each burner.
Number of boilers
installed
Base load value
1
NA
2
65%
3
50%
4
35%
5
35%
6
35%
7
35%
8
35%
Figure 38. Base Load Settings
• When the Run sequence is initiated, the
boiler with the least amount of runtime
will fire.
• If the heating demand increases so that
the firing rate of that first boiler rises to
your boiler configurations Base Load
Value (see Figure 37), the next boiler in
the sequence will start up and begin firing
at 20 to 35% fan speed (depending on
your configuration). After this, the entire
configuration of boilers will modulate
up or down together, in reaction to the
changes in demand.
Control Settings for Lead/Lag System -
Part 1
1. Power up all of the boilers in the system.
2. In an installation with several boilers, you
must give each boiler a different name, sot
that the controller of the Lead/Lag Master
can communicate with the other units. All of the units
come from the factory with a Modbus address of “1,”
so you will need to change some of these addresses.
On each unit, go to the screen for “System ID and
Access,” and enter a unique name.
3. The unit operating as the Lead/Lag Master must be
‘Master Enabled’ first and then set up address “1,”
and the other boilers should each be ‘Slave Enabled’
and have unique Modbus address numbers typically 2
through X (total number of boilers)
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Menu 23. Configuration Menu,
Scroll down and select
‘Lead Lag Slave Configuration’.
In the Lead Lage Slave Sub-Menu, Identify each unit
(including the Lead/Lag Master) as a slave by turning on
“Slave Enable.”
8.7.17 Lead/Lag Slave Configuration
Menu 21. Home Screen
On the boilers, touch the controller Icon on the Home Screen.
Menu 22. Status Summary Screen
Select ‘Configure’.
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8.7.18 Lead Lag Master Configuration
Then set up the Master controller by going to the Lead
Lag Master boiler and opening up the Lead Lag Master
Configuration in that boilers Configuration Menu. Select
Master Enable
Select OK and then Back out to the Main Menu.
Wiring Connections for Lead/Lag -
Now you can make the Modbus wiring connections
between the units. The controller in each boiler includes
two wiring terminals for the Modbus system, labeled
“MB1” and “MB2.” MB1 has the wiring connections to
the User Interface display on each unit, and MB2 is used
to communicate with the other boilers in the Lead/Lag
system.
To reach the controller, open the cabinet of the boiler by
turning the door lock and then opening the doors.
The wiring from the controller on the first boiler runs to
the controller on the next boiler. Use 22 AWG or thicker
shielded twisted-pair wire with drain. Two twisted pairs
or three conductors are needed. Wire A on MB2 of Boiler
1 must be connected to A on MB2 of Boiler 2, wire B on
Boiler 1 goes to B on Boiler 2, and wire C on Boiler 1
goes to C on Boiler 2. Repeat this wiring for any other
boilers in the system. Connect all of the drain wires and
ground the drain wire on one end of the assembly only.
Menu 24. Enabling COM2 Menu
You will be prompted to sign in. This can be done by pressing
the ‘LOCK’ symbol at the top right
type in ‘LNT’ and press OK.
Then you can select Slave Enable.
Select ‘Enable slave for built-in Lead Lag master’ .
Then select OK
Then select a Modbus address (number) for that boiler.
Then select OK
Repeat on all boilers, keeping them in a sensible sequencial
order. ’ .
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Figure 39. BAS connnections to a Single Boiler
8.8
Connections to a
Building Automation System
NeoTherm boilers can be controlled and monitored
through the included Modbus ports. The Modbus
wiring must be completed according to the diagrams
shown below. If alternate communication protocols are
desired, LAARS offers “gateways” to allow BACnet,
LON, and other communications protocols. For
additional information on setting up Modbus and other
communication protocols, see Section 7.6 of this manual
and Figure 30 and Figure 31. Or contact the factory.
Operator
interface
(HMI)
Boiler
Controller
MB1 MB2
Customer
communication
(RS-485)
Figure 40. BAS connnections to a Lead Lag System
Lead or
master
boiler
Controller
Controller
Master
System
display
TB3 - 24VAC
TB4 - NEU
Operator
interface
(HMI)
Customer
communication
(RS-485)
MB1
MB1
MB2
MB2
Second or
slave
boiler
Com1
Com2
8.9 Optional VARI-PRIMETM
VARI-PRIME is a variable speed pump control that
is optional equipment on all commerical NeoTherm
boilers. Pump speed is controlled to maintain a user-
chosen temperature rise between the inlet and outlet of
the NeoTherm.
VARI-PRIME will operate the boiler pump at
maximum flow during boiler startup to ensure stable
operation is reached before introducing variable water
flow. This key feature keeps the boiler’s combustion
and variable speed pump’s flow in phase with each
other, protecting the heat exchanger from potential low
flow conditions.
Contact your Laars Representative for all details.
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8.10.1 – Combustion Setup Procedure
In this section, we will explain how to set up the gas
valve so the boiler will run efficiently at both the
High Fire and Low Fire conditions.
Required tools: Screwdrivers, Torx bits, Allen
Wrench Set, Combustion Analyzer
WARNING
Improper adjustment may lead to poor combustion
quality, increasing the amount of carbon monoxide
produced. Excess carbon monoxide levels may
lead to personal injury or death.
1.
On the Main Gas Valve, locate the adjustments
for high fire throttle, and low fire offset.
Refer to Table 1 for appropriate CO2 ranges.
2.
Press the Control Icon at the center of the
Home Screen.
Menu 25. ‘Home’ screen
3.
The system will present the Status Summary
screen.
Menu 26. Status Summary Screen
4.
Press the ‘Configure’ button in the lower left
corner.
Menu 27. Configuration Menu
5.
NeoTherm is equipped with a zero governing,
negative regulator valve. The valve throttle
should be adjusted only at high fire, and the offset
adjustment is only to be done at low fire. From the
“Home” screen, touch the control icon, then press
the ‘Operation’ button.
From the ‘Operation’ Menu, you can select ‘Firing
Rate’ which will prompt you for a password. Once
installer level password has been entered, press the
‘Firing Rate’ box again.
6.
Press the box for Firing Rate again. The controller
will present the Manual Firing Rate screen shown
in Figure 41
Menu 28. Manual Firing Rate
7.
Notice the three options on the left side of the
screen:
Auto -
The firing rate will be set automatically by the
controller, based on the heat load. Set this item to
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Auto at the end of the test.
Manual in Run -
The Manual in Run control will only set the fan
speed when the control has proven flame and the
unit has entered the Run mode.
Manual in Run and Standby -
Using this setting, the manual control will set the
fan speed whether the boiler is operating or not.
For this test, select Manual in Run.
8.
Type in a value for high fire RPM, which can be
found on the ‘Modulation Configuration’ screen
(see Section 8.7.7). (The actual RPM will not go
this high – the control will limit the fan speed to
the maximum set at the factory.)
By using the manual control, and entering a high
RPM value, this forces the burner to run at full
combustion so you can adjust the gas valve for the
correct CO2 output.
Figure 41 shows the adjusting points on the gas
valve. Adjust the High Fire screw to get the
proper CO2 level for high fire. See Table 16 and
Table 17. To raise the high fire CO2 level, turn the
High Fire adjustment screw counter-clockwise.
To lower the high fire CO2 level, turn the screw
clockwise.
9.
Repeat step 8, except this time set the fan speed
RPM to 1200rpm. (Again, the actual RPM will not
go this low – the control will limit the fan speed to the
minimum set at the factory.) This will force the boiler
to operate in low fire. Adjust the Low Fire screw so
the CO2 matches Table 16 and Table 17.
To raise the low fire CO2, turn the Low Fire
adjustment screw clockwise. To lower the low fire
CO2, turn the screw counter-clockwise.
10. The adjustment you made for the Low Fire setting
could affect the High Fire setting, so you need to
re-check the High Fire setting. Go back to the
Operations screen and set the Firing Rate back
to high fire. The CO2 should still be about at the
level listed in Table 14 and Table 15. If the CO2 is
not correct, repeat the steps listed above.
11. Set the Firing Rate back to 1200 RPM, and re-
check the CO2 during Low Fire.
12. Once the CO2 values are correct for both High Fire
and Low Fire, go back to the Operation screen and
select Automatic operation. At this point, you have
set up the burner for this boiler.
LAARS Heating Systems
500
399
GAS TYPE
HIGH FIRE, CO2
LOW FIRE, CO2
DIFFRNTL PRESSURE
(inches wc)
Natural
8.8 to 9.8%
0.5% lower than
3.6” to 3.9”
Propane
9.8 to 10.2%
high fire setting
Table 16. (Residential, sizes 150 - 285 Mbtu)
CO2 Range and Differential Pressure
GAS TYPE
HIGH FIRE, CO2
LOW FIRE, CO2
MANIFOLD
PRESSURE
Natural
8.8 to 9.0%
0.5% lower than
-.005” to
Propane
9.8 to 10.0%
high fire setting
-.015” wc
150–285
Figure 41. NeoTherm Gas Valves (ALL)
Outlet Gas
Pressure
(manifold
pressure)
8.10.2 – Adjusting CO2
See Section 8.10
Table 17. (Commercial, sizes 399 - 850 Mbtu)
CO2 Range and Manifold Pressure
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600
750, 850
Inlet gas pressure
High f re CO2 adjustment
(under cap)
Gas
pressure
tap
Low f re CO2
adjustment
Outlet gas
pressure
Inlet gas
pressure
Low f re CO2
adjustment
High f re CO2
adjustment
(under cap)
Outlet
gas pressure
Gas pressure tap
Outlet Gas
Pressure
(manifold
pressure)
Table 18. NeoTherm Boiler Efficiencies
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14.
Prime the condensate trap with water. (This is not
required for NTH 600, 750, and 850 units.)
15.
Refer to local codes and the make-up water valve
manufacturer’s instructions as to whether the make-up
water valve should be left open or closed.
16.
After placing the unit in operation, the ignition system
safety shutoff device must be tested.
First, shut off the manual gas valve, and call the unit
for heat. The main gas terminals will be energized, and
attempt to light, for four seconds, and then will de-
energize. The unit will go into lockout after the required
number of trial for ignition periods.
Next, turn the power Off, and then On again. Press
the manual reset button on the boiler control, open the
manual gas valve, and allow the unit to light. While the
unit is operating, close the manual gas valve and ensure
that power to the main gas valve has been cut.
17.
Within three days of start-up, recheck all air bleeders
and the expansion tank as described in Steps 4 and 8
above.
Important Note: The installer is responsible for
identifying to the owner/operator the location of all
emergency shutoff devices.
WARNING
Do not use this appliance if any part has been under
water. Laars Heating Systems requires boilers and
water heaters to be replaced, not repaired, if they
have been partially or completely submerged.
9.2 First Operation
Caution
The initial setup must be checked before the unit is
put in operation. Problems such as failure to start,
rough ignition, strong exhaust odors, etc. can be due
to improper setup. Damage to the boiler resulting
from improper setup is not covered by the limited
warranty.
REQUIRED TOOLS: differential pressure gauge capable of
reading negative 0.01 inches W.C. (0.002kPa), screw drivers,
Torx bits, combustion analyzer.
1.
Using this manual, make sure the installation is
complete and in full compliance with the instructions
and all local codes.
2.
Determine that the appliance and system are filled with
water and all air has been bled from both. Open all
valves.
3.
Observe all warnings on the Operating Instructions
Section 9 -
First Start Up and Adjustment
9.1 Filling the Boiler System
1.
Ensure the system is fully connected. Close all bleeding
devices and open the make-up water valve. Allow the
system to fill slowly.
2.
If a make-up water pump is employed, adjust the
pressure switch on the pumping system to provide a
minimum of 12 psi (81.8 kPa) at the highest point in
the heating loop.
3.
If a water pressure regulator is provided on the make-
up water line, adjust the pressure regulator to provide
at least 12 psi (81.8 kPa) at the highest point in the
heating loop.
4.
Open all of the bleeding devices on all radiation units
at the high points in the piping throughout the system,
unless automatic air bleeders are provided at these
points.
Note - There is an air bleed located on the left side of
NeoTherm unit, on top of the water manifold.
5.
Cycle the boiler pump on and off 10 times, 10 seconds
on and 10 seconds off, to remove all air from the heat
exchanger. Then run the system and appliance pumps
for a minimum of 30 minutes with the gas shut off.
WARNING
Failure to remove all air from the heat exchanger
could lead to property damage, severe injury or death.
6.
Open all strainers in the circulating system, check the
operation of the flow switch (if equipped), and check
for debris. If any debris is present, clean it out to ensure
proper circulation.
7.
Recheck all air bleeders as described in Step 4.
9.
Start up the boiler according to the procedure listed in
this manual. Operate the entire system, including the
pump, boiler, and radiation units for one hour.
11.
Shut down the entire system and vent all radiation units
and high points in the system piping, as described in
Step 4.
12.
Close the make-up water valve and check the strainer
in the pressure reducing valve for sediment or debris
from the make-up water line. Reopen the make-up
water valve.
13.
Check the gauge for correct water pressure and also
check the water level in the system. If the height
indicated above the boiler insures that water is at the
highest point in the circulating loop, then the system is
ready for operation.
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label and turn on the gas and electrical power to the
appliance.
4.
The NeoTherm unit will begin the start sequence.
The blower and pump will energize for the pre-purge
period, then the ignition sequence will start. After all
safety devices have been verified, the gas valve will
open. If ignition doesn’t occur, turn off the NeoTherm,
and check that there is proper gas supply. Wait 5
minutes before restarting.
5.
Turn the NeoTherm on.
6.
After placing the appliance in operation, the Burner
Safety Shutoff Device must be tested:
•
Close the gas shutoff valve with the burner operating.
•
The flame will go out and the blower will
continue to run for the post purge cycle. One
or three additional attempts to light will follow.
Each cycle will include pre-purge, ignitor on,
valve/flame on, and post purge. Ignition will not
occur because the gas is off. The ignition control
will lockout.
•
Open the gas shutoff valve. Reset the boiler
control by pressing the Reset button on the
control or on the display. Restart the appliance.
The ignition sequence will start again and the
burner will start. The appliance will return to its
previous mode of operation.
DANGER
If you detect any odor of gas, or if the gas burner
does not appear to be functioning in a normal
manner, CLOSE THE MAIN SHUTOFF VALVE.
Do not shut off the switch. Contact your heating
contractor, gas company, or factory representative.
9.3 Shutting Down the NeoTherm Unit
1.
Turn off the main electrical disconnect switch.
2.
Close all manual gas valves.
3.
If you think the NeoTherm unit might freeze, drain it.
All water must be removed from the heat exchanger,
or damage from freezing may occur. Also be sure to
protect the piping in the building from freezing.
Caution
This step must be performed by a qualified service
person.
9.4 Restarting the NeoTherm Unit
If the unit has been drained, see Section 9.1 in this
manual for instructions on filling and purging the unit
properly.
1.
Turn off the main electrical disconnect switch.
2.
Close all manual gas valves.
3.
WAIT FIVE (5) MINUTES.
4.
Set the aquastat or thermostat to its lowest setting.
5.
Open all manual gas valves.
6.
Reset all safety switches (pressure switch, manual reset
high limit, etc.).
7.
Set the temperature controller to the desired
temperature setting, and switch on electrical power.
8.
The burner will go through a prepurge period and
ignitor warm-up period, followed by ignition.
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Section 10
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Disconnect all power to the appliance before
attempting any service. Contact with electricity can
result in severe injury or death.
10.1 System Maintenance
Do this once a year, unless otherwise noted.
1.
Lubricate the system water-circulating pump, if
required, per the instructions on the pump.
2.
If a strainer is employed in a pressure reducing valve or
the piping, clean it every six months.
3.
Inspect the venting system for obstruction or leakage at
least once a year. Periodically clean the screens in the
vent terminal and combustion air terminal (when used).
4.
Keep the area around the appliance clear and free of
combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable
vapors and liquids.
5.
If the appliance is not going to be used for extended
periods in locations where freezing normally occurs,
it should be isolated from the system and completely
drained of all water.
6.
Low water cutoffs, if installed, should be checked every
year. Float-type low water cutoffs should be flushed
periodically.
7.
Inspect and clean the condensate collection, float switch
and disposal system yearly.
8.
When a means is provided to neutralize the condensate,
ensure that the condensate is being neutralized properly.
9.
Inspect the flue passages, and clean with a brush or
vacuum if necessary. Sooting in flue passages indicates
improper combustion. Determine the cause for this and
correct it.
10.
Inspect the vent system and air intake system, and
ensure that all joints are sealed properly. If any joints
need to be resealed, completely remove any existing
sealing material, and clean the joint(s) with alcohol.
Apply new sealing material, and reassemble.
10.2 Appliance Maintenance and
Component Description
Use only genuine LAARS replacement parts.
Caution
Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing
controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and danger-
ous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.
The gas and electric controls in the unit are engineered
for long life and dependable operation, but the safety of
equipment depends on their proper functioning. Only a
qualified service technician should inspect the basic items
listed below every year:
a. Appliance control
f. Flow switch
b. Automatic gas valve
g. Low water cutoff
c. Pressure switches
h. Burner
d. Blower
i. Heat exchanger
e. Pump
Burner
Check the burner for debris. Remove the blower arm assembly
to access the burner. Remove the four bolts connecting the
blower to the arm. (See Figure 47.) Remove the five bolts
which hold the burner arm in place. Pull the burner up and
out. Clean the burner, if necessary, by blowing compressed
air from the outside of the burner into the center, and wipe
the inside clean with glass cleaner. A dirty burner may be an
indication of improper combustion or dirty combustion air.
Determine the cause of this, and correct it. If the burner gasket
is damaged, replace it when replacing the burner.
NOTE: When installing the burner, make sure the flange
is aligned with the mating surface, as each is keyed to
control the fit.
Modulating Gas Valve / Venturi
The modulating gas valve consists of a valve body that
incorporates the On/Off gas flow control and a negative
pressure regulator. It provides the air/gas ratio control in
combination with the Venturi to the unit. It is designed to
operate with a gas supply pressure between 4 and 13 inches
w.c. To remove the gas valve and/or Venturi, shut off the 120
Volt power supply to the boiler. Turn off all manual gas valves
connecting the boiler to the main gas supply line. Remove
the front door of the boiler to gain access to the gas valve
and Venturi. Disconnect the four flange bolts connecting the
gas manifold pipe to the gas valve. Remove the electrical
connections to the gas valve. Remove the bolts connecting the
Venturi flange to the blower. This allows the entire gas valve
and Venturi assembly to be removed to facilitate inspection
and cleaning.
Reassemble the valve/Venturi assembly in reverse order,
making sure to include all gaskets and O-rings. Turn on
the manual gas valves and check for gas leaks. Turn on the
120 Volt power. Place the unit in operation following the
instructions in Section 9. Once the boiler is operating. check
for leaks again and confirm that all fasteners are tight.
Check the appliance setup according to Section 9.
Appliance Control
The NeoTherm unit has an integrated control that incorporates
manual reset high limit control, operating temperature
control, modulating control, ignition control, outdoor reset
control, pump control and many other features. If any of
these features are thought to be defective, please consult the
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factory for proper trouble shooting practices prior to replacing
the control. If control replacement is required, turn off all
power to the appliance and shut off all manual gas valves
to the appliance. Remove the front door to the appliance
and the plastic bezel and the control panel. Remove all
wire connections from the control board. The control board
connections are keyed to only allow connection in the proper
location, but proper handling techniques should be used to
avoid damage to the wiring or connectors. To remove the
control, push in on the two tabs on the left side of the board
to unlatch the clips from the control panel. Rotate the control
around the fastening points on the right side of the control
to remove the hooks from the control panel. To replace the
control, repeat the steps listed above in the reverse orders
making sure to connect all wires in the proper locations. Place
the appliance in operation following the steps outlined in
Section 9.
Ignitor Assembly
The ignitor assembly is a two rod system that consists of a
ground rod and a spark rod (See Figure 47). To remove the
ignitor assembly, shut off the 120 Volt power supply to the
appliance. Turn off all manual gas valves connecting the
appliance to the main gas supply line. Remove the front door
of the boiler to gain access to the ignitor assembly. Remove
the two wires connected to the assembly. Then remove the
two bolts connecting the ignitor assembly to the burner door.
If the old ignitor assembly is determined to be defective,
install a new ignitor assembly (check that the spark gap is
3/16”). Replace the gasket if necessary.
Flame Sensor
The flame sensor is a single rod system. To replace the flame
sensor electrode, shut off the 120 Volt power supply to the
boiler. Turn off all manual gas valves connecting the boiler
to the main gas supply line. Remove the front door of the
boiler to gain access to the flame sensor electrode. Remove
the flame sensor wire from the electrode. Remove the two
bolts fastening the electrode to the burner doors. Remove
and replace the old flame sensor gasket. If the old electrode
is determined to be defective, install a new flame sensor
electrode in the reverse order.
Figure 47 - Burner Service
18
3/16”
Ignitor Assembly
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Caution
The ignitor and sensor may be hot, and can cause
burns or injury.
Transformer with Integral Circuit Breaker
The appliance has a 24Vac transformer with integral 4 amp
circuit breaker installed to supply the control voltage required
for the appliance. The transformer is sized to provide power
for the NeoTherm unit only, and should not be used to
supply power to additional field devices. If additional loads
are added, or a short occurs during installation, the integral
circuit breaker may trip. If this happens, be sure to reset the
circuit breaker before replacing the transformer.
The transformer is mounted underneath the control panel.
If the transformer must be replaced, turn off the 120Vac
power to the appliance. Remove the transformer wires
from the terminal blocks. Remove the fasteners holding the
transformer, then remove the transformer. Replace with a new
transformer in the reverse order.
If the transformer is replaced with a part other than the OEM
transformer, be sure to add circuit protection if it is not
integral to the new transformer.
WARNING
Failure to include proper circuit protection may lead
to premature component failure, fire, injury or death.
Blower
The combustion air blower is a high-pressure centrifugal
blower with a variable speed motor. The speed of the motor
is determined by the control logic. 120 Volt power remains
on to the blower at all times. If the blower must be changed,
turn off the 120 Volt power and gas supply to the unit. Take
the front panel off. Disconnect the 120 Volt and control
signal connections from the blower. Disconnect the bolts
connecting the Venturi to the blower housing. Disconnect the
fan outlet bolts from the burner door blower arm. If the fan
is determined to be defective, replace the existing fan with a
new one, reversing the steps listed above. Be sure to install
all of the required O-rings and gaskets between the blower
arm and the blower and blower face and venturi flange.
Heat Exchanger Coils
Black carbon soot buildup on the heat exchanger is caused
by one or more of the following; incomplete combustion,
combustion air problems, venting problems, or heater short
cycling. Soot buildup or other debris on the heat exchanger
may restrict the flue passages.
If black carbon soot buildup on the heat exchanger is
suspected, disconnect the electrical supply to the unit, and
turn off the gas supply by closing the manual gas valve on the
unit. Access the heat exchanger through the burner door at the
front of the boiler, and inspect the tubing using a flashlight. If
there is a buildup of black carbon soot or other debris on the
heat exchanger, clean using this procedure:
WARNING
Black carbon soot buildup on a dirty heat exchanger
can be ignited by a random spark or flame. To prevent
this from happening, dampen the soot deposits with
a wet brush or fine water spray before servicing the
heat exchanger.
1.
Shut off the 120 Volt power supply to the boiler
2.
Turn off all manual gas valves connecting the boiler to
the main gas supply line.
3.
For NT 600 models only:
(All other sizes please skip to step four)
NT 600 models will require the gas valve to be removed
in order to remove the burner door. To do this, remove
the wiring connections from the gas valve. Remove the
flange bolts from the gas supply pipe connected to the
gas valve (1B). Remove the flange bolts connecting
the gas train to the Venturi (1A). Remove the gas train
assembly, and keep the gaskets and O-rings.
4.
Remove the four bolts connecting the blower flange to
the burner door arm.
5.
Remove the nuts located on the outside diameter of the
burner door to the heat exchanger.
6.
Remove the burner door and burner assembly from the
heat exchanger.
7.
Disconnect the condensate drain line.
8.
Attach a longer hose to the drain and run it to a bucket.
9.
Clean the heat exchanger by brushing away any light
accumulations of soot and debris. Use a brush with soft
bristles (non metallic) to avoid damaging the surfaces of
the heat exchanger tubes.
10.
Once the tubes have been brushed clean, rinse the tubes
and combustion chamber with a small amount of water
to rinse all of the debris out of the bottom of the flue
collector and into the longer condensate trap line. This
will be diverted into the separate container.
NOTE: The Warranty does not cover damage caused
by lack of required maintenance, lack of water flow,
or improper operating practices.
WARNING
Failure to rinse the debris from the heat exchanger
and temporary drain line may lead to clogged
condensate lines, traps and neutralizers. Condensate
pumps (if used) may also be damaged by the debris
left behind, possibly causing property damage.
11.
Install all components removed in the reverse order
to place the appliance back in operation. Be sure all
gaskets are in place as the components are installed.
Replace any damaged gaskets. Do not reuse damaged
gaskets.
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12.
Place the appliance in operation according to the
instructions in Section 10. Check all gas connections for
leaks. Confirm that all fasteners are tight.
Optional Gas Pressure Switches
The high and low gas pressure switches are 24V manual reset
switches that act to cut power to the gas valves if the gas
pressure is too low or too high for proper operation. The gas
pressure switches used are integrally vent limited, and do not
require venting to atmosphere. To remove a switch, remove
the screw on the plastic housing and pull the clear cover off.
Disconnect the two wires from the screw terminals. Twist
the switch off the pipe nipple. Reassemble in reverse order.
For natural gas, set the low gas pressure switch to 3” w.c. For
propane, set the low gas pressure switch to 5” w.c. For natural
and propane, set the high gas pressure switch to 14”.
10.3 Gas Conversion
NeoTherm units can easily be converted from natural to
propane gas or from propane to natural gas in the field. Some
units require the addition of a gas orifice along with proper
gas valve adjustment. Other units require no additional parts
- only proper gas valve adjustment. Please contact the Laars
factory for specific information regarding the gas conversion
of a particular appliance. If a gas conversion is performed,
the unit must be identified with the appropriate gas labels
and a conversion sticker to allow technicians performing
maintenance in the future to properly identify the type of gas
being used in the appliance.
NT size (mbtu)
Kit number
150
CA006203
199
CA006204
210
CA006204
285
CA006205
399
CA008600
500
CA008600
600
CA008600
750
CA008600
850
CA008600
Table 16a - Propane Gas Conversion Kits
NT size (mbtu)
Kit number
150
CA006206
199
CA006206
210
CA006206
285
CA006206
399
CA008600
500
CA008600
600
CA008600
750
CA008600
850
CA008600
Table 16b - Natural Gas Conversion Kits
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Section 11
TROUBLESHOOTING
11.1 Lockouts, Holds, and Alerts
The control system on the NeoTherm responds to
three kinds of trouble indications:
•
LOCKOUT: A “lockout” is caused by a
serious problem that might involve a safety
issue. Once the controller enters a lockout, the
burners will shut down, and will not be allowed
to run again until the cause of the problem
is corrected, and the control is manually
reset. The controller will also lockout if you
change a safety-related parameter, and the unit
will require ‘Safety Verifi cation’ before the
control will be allowed to operate. (For more
information on verifi cation, see Section 9)
During a lockout condition, the image of the
affected controller on the ‘home’ screen will
appear in red. A bell symbol will appear in the
upper left-hand corner of the control screen.
The system maintains a “history” of the 15
most recent lockouts.
•
HOLD: The system may enter a “hold” for
a period of time before locking out. This
allows the controller to see if the error becomes
resolved prior to the hard lockout. Holds may
also show during ignition sequence and normal
operation, as the control moves from one task
to another.
•
ALERT: An “alert” indicates that some feature
of the control system’s operation was not
correct, delayed or waiting for a response.
This indicates a change in state of the control
system and doesn’t necessarily mean there is
a problem. For example, Alerts occur as the
fan speed transitions from the pre-purge to the
startup. This indicates that the control system
is waiting for a condition to be satisfi ed. No
Reset is required to recover from an alert. The
system maintains a “history” of the 15 most
recent alerts. Sometimes it can be helpful to
check this list as a troubleshooting aid.
11.1.1 Responding to a Lockout, Hold, or Alert
1. If a problem occurs while the system is starting
up, the system will declare a Hold. A brief
explanation of the cause of the Hold will
appear in an orange bar across the bottom of
the screen. If you tap the orange bar, the system
will present more information about the Hold.
Correct the cause of the problem, and press the
button on the screen to clear the Hold.
2. If a serious problem continues, the system will
Lockout. A brief explanation of the cause of the
Lockout will appear in an orange bar across the
bottom of the screen. If you tap the orange bar,
the system will present more information about
the Lockout.
Correct the cause of the problem, and press the
Reset button.
3. If an Alert occurs while the system is running,
the system will present a note across the bottom
of the screen. If you tap the orange bar, the
system will present more information about the
Alert. Press the OK button to indicate that you
have seen the Alert.
4. If an audible alarm on the display is active, you
can use the Silence button to stop it.
12.1.2 Viewing the Lockout and Alert
Histories
If your boiler is in a Lockout status, the Home
Screen will be look like Menu 1
1. To view the Lockout/Alert history, start at the
‘home’ screen Menu 1.
Menu 1. ‘Home’ screen (shown in Lockout)
2. Touch the Control Icon in the center of the
screen and the Status Summary Screen will
appear.
Menu 2. Status Summary Menu
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3. Press the long Yellow Alert or Yellow Lockout
Bar (the long bar will be a long Grey ‘History’
Bar if not currently in Alert or Lockout).
Menu 3. OK, Lockouts, Alerts, or Silence.
Choose which history list you would like to see.
OK: brings you back to the status summary screen.
LOCKOUTS brings you to a list of the last 15
lockout events.
ALERTS brings you to a list of the last 15 alerts.
SILENCE allows you to silence an alarm.
From here you can select ‘OK’ to back out of current
screen or ‘Lockouts’ to bring up a list of the
last 15 Lockout occurances. Press ‘Alerts’ to
bring up a list of the last 15 Alerts, and ‘Silence
Alarm’ in the event of a lockout condition.
By silencing the alarm, the audible alert has
been disabled. However, the Lockout is still
active. Reset of the control is needed once the
condition has been repaired.
If you choose ‘ALERTS’, this menu will appear.
Menu 4. Alert History
If you choose ‘LOCKOUTS’, this menu will appear.
Menu 5. Lockout History
4. You can see more detailed information of an alert
or lockout by touching the special entry on the
screen.
Menu 6. Lockout History (showing selected)
Note: The most recent Lockout or Alert will be at
the top of the menu list.
Menu 7. Lockout Detail
Return back to the Status Summary Menu by
pressing the ‘Back’ arrow.
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11.2 Troubleshooting Table
This table includes a listing of the fault codes that may be displayed. Some of these can be corrected by
changing a parameter, while other conditions are more complicated, and will require a service technician.
The fi rst column lists the code number that will appear at the beginning of the Lockout or Hold message in
the orange bar at the bottom of the screen. The second column lists the text as it will appear on the Touch
Screen. The third column shows whether the condition will cause a Hold, or Lockout, or both. The fourth
column lists some suggestions for corrective action.
Code
Description
Lockout
or Hold
Procedure
1
Unconfi gured
safety data
L
1. New device, complete device confi guration and safety verifi cation.
2. If fault repeats, replace module
2
Waiting for
safety
data verifi cation
L
1. Device in Confi guration mode and safety parameters need verifi cation
and a device needs reset to complete verifi cation.
2. Confi guration ended without verifi cation, re enter confi guration, verify
safety parameters and reset device to complete verifi cation.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
3
Internal fault:
Hardware fault
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
4
Internal fault:
Safety Relay key
feedback error
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
5
Internal fault:
Unstable power
(DC DC) output
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
6
Internal fault:
Invalid
processor clock
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
7
Internal fault:
Safety relay
drive error
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
8
Internal fault:
Zero crossing
not detected
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
9
Internal fault:
Flame bias out
of range
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
10
Internal fault:
Invalid burner
control state
L
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
11
Internal fault:
Invalid burner
control state fl ag
L
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
12
Internal fault:
Safety relay
drive cap short
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
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13
Internal fault:
PII (Pre-Ignition
Interlock)
shorted to ILK
(Interlock)
H or L
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
15
Internal fault:
Safety relay test
failed due to
feedback ON
L
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
16
Internal fault:
Safety relay test
failed due to
safety relay OFF
L
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
17
Internal fault:
Safety relay test
failed due to
safety relay not
OFF
L
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
18
Internal fault:
Safety relay test
failed due to
feedback not ON
L
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
19
Internal fault:
Safety RAM
write
L
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
20
Internal fault:
Internal fault:
Flame ripple and
overfl ow
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
21
Internal fault:
Flame number
of sample
mismatch
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
22
Internal fault:
Flame bias out
of range
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
23
Internal fault:
Bias changed
since heating
cycle starts
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
24
Internal fault:
Spark voltage
stuck low or
high
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
25
Internal fault:
Spark voltage
changed too much
during fl ame
sensing time
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
26
Internal fault:
Static fl ame
ripple
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
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27
Internal fault:
Flame rod
shorted to
ground detected
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
28
Internal fault:
A/D linearity
test fails
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
29
Internal fault:
Flame bias
cannot be set in
range
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
30
Internal fault:
Flame bias
shorted to
adjacent pin
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
31
Internal fault:
SLO electronics
unknown error
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
32-46
Internal fault:
Safety Key 0
through 14
L
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
47
Flame Rod to
ground leakage
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
48
Static fl ame (not
fl ickering)
H
Internal fault
1. Reset module
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
49
24 VAC voltage
low/high
H
1. Check the module and display connections.
2. Check the module power supply and make sure that frequency, voltage
and VA meet the specifi cations.
50
Modulation fault
H
Internal sub-system fault.
1. Review alert messages for possible trends.
2. Correct possible problems.
51
Pump fault
H
Internal sub-system fault.
1. Review alert messages for possible trends.
2. Correct possible problems.
52
Motor
tachometer fault
H
Internal sub-system fault.
1. Review alert messages for possible trends.
2. Correct possible problems.
53
AC input phases
reversed
L
1. Check the module and display connections.
2. Check the module power supply and make sure that both frequency
and voltage meet the specifi cations.
3. On 24 VAC applications, assure that J4 terminal 10 and J8 terminal 2
are connected together.
59
Internal Fault:
Mux pin shorted
L
Internal Fault.
1. Reset module.
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
61
Anti short cycle
H
Will not be a lockout fault. Hold Only.
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62
Fan speed not
proved
H
Will not be a lockout fault. Hold Only.
63
LCI (Limit
Control Input)
OFF
H
1. Check wiring and correct any faults.
2. Check Interlocks connected to the LCI to assure proper function.
3. Reset and sequence the module; monitor the LCI status.
4. If code persists, replace the module
64
PII (Pre-Ignition
Interlock) OFF
H or L
1. Check wiring and correct any faults.
2. Check Preignition Interlock switches to assure proper functioning.
3. Check the valve operation.
4. Reset and sequence the module; monitor the PII status.
5. If code persists, replace the module.
67
ILK (Interlock)
OFF
H or L
1. Check wiring and correct any possible shorts.
2. Check Interlock (ILK) switches to assure proper function.
3. Verify voltage through the interlock string to the interlock input with a
voltmeter.
4. If steps 1-3 are correct and the fault persists, replace the module.
68
ILK (Interlock)
ON
H or L
1. Check wiring and correct any possible shorts.
2. Check Interlock (ILK) switches to assure proper function.
3. Verify voltage through the interlock string to the interlock input with a
voltmeter.
4. If steps 1-3 are correct and the fault persists, replace the module.
70
Wait for leakage
test completion
H
1. Internal Fault. Reset module.
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
78
Demand Lost in
Run
H
1. Check wiring and correct any possible errors.
2. If previous steps are correct and fault persists, replace the module.
79
Outlet high limit
H or L
1. Check wiring and correct any possible errors.
2. Replace the outlet high limit.
3. If previous steps are correct and fault persists, replace the module.
80
DHW (Domestic
Hot Water) high
limit
H or L
1. Check wiring and correct any possible errors.
2. Replace the DHW high limit.
3. If previous steps are correct and fault persists, replace the module.
81
Delta T limit
H or L
1. Check inlet and outlet sensors and pump circuits for proper operation.
2. Recheck the Delta T Limit to confi rm proper setting.
3. If previous steps are correct and fault persists, replace the module.
82
Stack limit
H or L
1. Check wiring and correct any possible errors.
2. Replace the Stack high limit.
3. If previous steps are correct and fault persists, replace the module.
91
Inlet sensor fault
H
1. Check wiring and correct any possible errors.
2. Replace the Inlet sensor.
3. If previous steps are correct and fault persists, replace the module.
92
Outlet sensor
fault
H
1. Check wiring and correct any possible errors.
2. Replace the Outlet sensor.
3. If previous steps are correct and fault persists, replace the module.
93
DHW (Domestic
Hot Water)
sensor fault
H
1. Check wiring and correct any possible errors.
2. Replace the DHW sensor.
3. If previous steps are correct and fault persists, replace the module.
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94
Header sensor
fault
H
1. Check wiring and correct any possible errors.
2. Replace the header sensor.
3. If previous steps are correct and fault persists, replace the module.
95
Stack sensor
fault
H
1. Check wiring and correct any possible errors.
2. Replace the stack sensor.
3. If previous steps are correct and fault persists, replace the module.
96
Outdoor sensor
fault
H
1. Check wiring and correct any possible errors.
2. Replace the outdoor sensor.
3. If previous steps are correct and fault persists, replace the module.
97
Internal Fault:
A2D mismatch.
L
Internal Fault.
1. Reset module.
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
98
Internal Fault:
Exceeded
VSNSR voltage
tolerance
L
Internal Fault.
1. Reset module.
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
99
Internal Fault:
Exceeded
28V voltage
tolerance
L
Internal Fault.
1. Reset module.
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
100
Pressure Sensor
Fault
H
1. Verify the Pressure Sensor is a 4-20 ma source.
2. Check wiring and correct any possible errors.
3. Test Pressure Sensor for correct operation.
4. Replace the Pressure sensor.
5. If previous steps are correct and fault persists, replace the module.
105
Flame detected
out of sequence
H or L
1. Check that fl ame is not present in the combustion chamber. Correct
any errors.
2. Make sure that the fl ame detector is wired to the correct terminal.
3. Make sure the F & G wires are protected from stray noise pickup.
4. Reset and sequence the module, if code reappears, replace the fl ame detector.
5. Reset and sequence the module, if code reappears, replace the module.
106
Flame lost in
MFEP
L
1. Check main valve wiring and operation - correct any errors.
2. Check the fuel supply.
3. Check fuel pressure and repeat turndown tests.
4. Check ignition transformer electrode, fl ame detector, fl ame detector
siting or fl ame rod position.
5. If steps 1 through 4 are correct and the fault persists, replace the module.
107
Flame lost early
in run
L
1. Check main valve wiring and operation - correct any errors.
2. Check the fuel supply.
3. Check fuel pressure and repeat turndown tests.
4. Check ignition transformer electrode, fl ame detector, fl ame detector
siting or fl ame rod position.
5. If steps 1 through 4 are correct and the fault persists, replace the module.
108
Flame lost in run
L
1. Check main valve wiring and operation - correct any errors.
2. Check the fuel supply.
3. Check fuel pressure and repeat turndown tests.
4. Check ignition transformer electrode, fl ame detector, fl ame detector
siting or fl ame rod position.
5. If steps 1 through 4 are correct and the fault persists, replace the module.
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109
Ignition failed
L
1. Check main valve wiring and operation - correct any errors.
2. Check the fuel supply.
3. Check fuel pressure and repeat turndown tests.
4. Check ignition transformer electrode, fl ame detector, fl ame detector
siting or fl ame rod position.
5. If steps 1 through 4 are correct and the fault persists, replace the module.
110
Ignition failure
occurred
H
Hold time of recycle and hold option. Will not be a lockout fault. Hold
Only. Internal hardware test. Not a lockout.
111
Flame current
lower than weak
threshold
H
Hold time of recycle and hold option. Will not be a lockout fault. Hold
Only. Internal hardware test. Not a lockout.
113
Flame circuit
timeout
L
Flame sensed during Initiate or off cycle, hold 240 seconds, if present
after 240 seconds, system will lockout.
119
Control
Interaction Fault
H
Flap valve identifi cations confi gured incorrectly.
122
Lightoff rate
proving failed
L
1. Check wiring and correct any potential wiring errors.
2. Check VFD’s (Variable-speed Fan Drive) ability to change speeds.
3. Change the VFD
4. If the fault persists, replace the module.
123
Purge rate
proving failed
L
1. Check wiring and correct any potential wiring errors.
2. Check VFD’s (Variable-speed Fan Drive) ability to change speeds.
3. Change the VFD
4. If the fault persists, replace the module.
128
Fan speed failed
during prepurge
H or L
1. Check wiring and correct any potential wiring errors.
2. Check the VFDs (Variable-speed Fan Drive) ability to change speeds.
3. Change the VFD
4. If the fault persists, replace the module.
129
Fan speed
failed during
preignition
H or L
1. Check wiring and correct any potential wiring errors.
2. Check the VFDs (Variable-speed Fan Drive) ability to change speeds.
3. Change the VFD
4. If the fault persists, replace the module.
130
Fan speed failed
during ignition
H or L
1. Check wiring and correct any potential wiring errors.
2. Check the VFDs (Variable-speed Fan Drive) ability to change speeds.
3. Change the VFD
4. If the fault persists, replace the module.
131
Fan movement
detected during
standby
H
1. Check wiring and correct any potential wiring errors.
2. Check the VFDs (Variable-speed Fan Drive) ability to change speeds.
3. Change the VFD
4. If the fault persists, replace the module.
132
Fan speed failed
during run
H
1. Check wiring and correct any potential wiring errors.
2. Check the VFDs (Variable-speed Fan Drive) ability to change speeds.
3. Change the VFD
4. If the fault persists, replace the module.
137
ILK (Interlock)
failed to close
H
1. Check wiring and correct any possible shorts.
2. Check Interlock (ILK) switches to assure proper function.
3. Verify voltage through the interlock string to the interlock input with a
voltmeter.
4. If steps 1-3 are correct and the fault persists, replace the module.
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149
Flame detected
H or L
Holds if fl ame detected during Safe Start check up to Flame Establishing
period.
150
Flame not
detected
H
Sequence returns to standby and restarts sequence at the beginning of
Purge after the HF switch opens if fl ame detected during Safe Start check
up to Flame Establishing period.
154
Purge Fan
switch On
H or L
1. Purge fan switch is on when it should be off.
2. Check wiring and correct any errors.
3. Inspect the Purge Fan switch J6 terminal 3 and its connections. Make
sure the switch is working correctly and is not jumpered or welded.
4. Reset and sequence the relay module.
5. If the fault persists, replace the relay module.
155
Purge fan switch
OFF
H or L
1. Purge fan switch is off when it should be on.
2. Check wiring and correct any errors.
3. Inspect the Purge Fan switch J6 terminal 3 and its connections. Make
sure the switch is working correctly and is not jumpered or welded.
4. Reset and sequence the relay module.
5. If the fault persists, replace the relay module.
156
Combustion
pressure and
fl ame ON
H or L
1. Check that fl ame is not present in the combustion chamber. Correct
any errors.
2. Make sure that the fl ame detector is wired to the correct terminal.
3. Make sure the F & G wires are protected from stray noise pickup.
4. Reset and sequence the module, if code reappears, replace the fl ame detector.
5. Reset and sequence the module, if code reappears, replace the module.
157
Combustion
pressure and
fl ame OFF
L
1. Check that fl ame is not present in the combustion chamber. Correct
any errors.
2. Make sure that the fl ame detector is wired to the correct terminal.
3. Make sure the F & G wires are protected from stray noise pickup.
4. Reset and sequence the module, if code reappears, replace the fl ame detector.
5. Reset and sequence the module, if code reappears, replace the module.
158
Main valve ON
L
1. Check Main Valve terminal wiring and correct any errors.
2. Reset and sequence the module. If fault persists, replace the module.
159
Main valve OFF
L
1. Check Main Valve terminal wiring and correct any errors.
2. Reset and sequence the module. If fault persists, replace the module.
160
Ignition ON
L
1. Check Ignition terminal wiring and correct any errors.
2. Reset and sequence the module. If fault persists, replace the module.
161
Ignition OFF
L
1. Check Ignition terminal wiring and correct any errors.
2. Reset and sequence the module. If fault persists, replace the module.
164
Block intake ON
L
1. Check wiring and correct any errors.
2. Inspect the Block Intake Switch to make sure it is working correctly.
3. Reset and sequence the module.
4. During Standby and Purge, measure the voltage across the switch.
Supply voltage should be present. If not, the Block Intake Switch is
defective and needs replacing.
5. If the fault persists, replace the relay module.
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165
Block intake OFF
L
1. Check wiring and correct any errors.
2. Inspect the Block Intake Switch to make sure it is working correctly.
3. Reset and sequence the module.
4. During Standby and Purge, measure the voltage across the switch.
Supply voltage should be present. If not, the Block Intake Switch is
defective and needs replacing.
5. If the fault persists, replace the relay module.
172
Main relay
feedback
incorrect
L
Internal Fault.
1. Reset module.
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
174
Safety relay
feedback
incorrect
L
Internal Fault.
1. Reset module.
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
175
Safety relay open
L
Internal Fault.
1. Reset module.
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
176
Main relay ON at
safe start check
L
Internal Fault.
1. Reset Module.
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
178
Safety relay ON
at safe start check
L
Internal Fault.
1. Reset module.
2. If fault repeats, replace module.
184
Invalid
BLOWER /
SPARK output
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
185
Invalid Delta
T limit enable
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
186
Invalid Delta T
limit response
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
187
Invalid DHW
(Domestic Hot
Water) high limit
enable setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
188
Invalid DHW
(Domestic Hot
Water) high limit
response setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
189
Invalid fl ame
sensor type
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
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192
Invalid igniter
on during setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
193
Invalid ignite
failure delay
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
194
Invalid ignite
failure response
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.\
195
Invalid ignite
failure retries
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
196
Invalid ignition
source setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
197
Invalid interlock
open response
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
198
Invalid interlock
start check
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
199
Invalid LCI
(Limit Control
Input) enable
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
200
Invalid lightoff
rate setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
201
Invalid lightoff
rate proving
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
202
Invalid MFEP
(Main Flame
Establishing
Period) time
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
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203
Invalid MFEP
(Main Flame
Establishing
Period) fl ame
failure response
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
204
Invalid NTC
sensor type
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
205
Invalid Outlet
high limit
response setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
207
Invalid PII
(Pre-Ignition
Interlock) enable
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
210
Invalid
Postpurge time
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
211
Invalid Power
up with lockout
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
212
Invalid
Preignition time
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
213
Invalid Prepurge
rate setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
214
Invalid Prepurge
time setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
215
Invalid Purge
rate proving
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
216
Invalid Run
fl ame failure
response setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
LAARS Heating Systems
217
Invalid Run
stabilization
time setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
218
Invalid Stack
limit enable
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
219
Invalid Stack
limit response
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
220
Unconfi gured
Delta T limit
setpoint setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
221
Unconfi gured
DHW (Domestic
Hot Water) high
limit setpoint
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
222
Unconfi gured
Outlet high limit
setpoint setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
223
Unconfi gured
Stack limit
setpoint setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
224
Invalid DHW
(Domestic Hot
Water) demand
source setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
225
Invalid Flame
threshold setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
226
Invalid Outlet
high limit
setpoint setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
227
Invalid DHW
(Domestic Hot
Water) high
limit setpoint
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
228
Invalid Stack
limit setpoint
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
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229
Invalid
Modulation
output setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
230
Invalid CH
(Central Heat)
demand source
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
231
Invalid Delta
T limit delay
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
232
Invalid Pressure
sensor type
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
234
Invalid Outlet
high limit enable
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
235
Invalid Outlet
connector type
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
236
Invalid Inlet
connector type
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
237
Invalid DHW
(Domestic
Hot Water)
connector type
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
238
Invalid Stack
connector type
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
239
Invalid Header
connector type
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
240
Invalid Outdoor
connector type
setting
L
1. Return to Confi guration mode and recheck selected parameters,
reverify and reset module.
2. If fault repeats, verify electrical grounding.
3. If fault repeats, replace module.
LAARS Heating Systems
11.3
Diagnostic Tests and Input/
Output Indicators
Two kinds of screens are grouped together in this
section:
• Detailed indications of the input and output
signals
• Diagnostic tests of the pumps and burner
modulation
Note that these functions apply to just one selected
controller.
To access the diagnostic functions, from the home
screen, touch the control icon, then touch the
‘Diagnostics’ button.
1.
The buttons at the bottom of the screen select
the types of inputs and outputs displayed. The
Burner Control I/O button leads to Menu 8
Menu 8.
Burner Control I/O Screen
A green dot indicates a function that is “on.”
2.
Press the Digital I/O button to see parameters
with the functions that are either “on” or “off.”
See Menu 9.
Menu 9.
Digital I/O Screen
3.
The button for Analog I/O displays items that
change continuously between two limits. See
Menu 10
Menu 10. Analog I/O Screen
4.
Press the button for Diagnostic Tests. The
Modulation test allows you to change the
rate at which the burner fi res, and watch the
results. See Menu 11
Menu 11. Modulation Test
5.
Press the Pump Test button. The Pump test
shows detailed information about the three
pumps that may be used by the system.
Menu 12. Pump Test
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11.4 Lead/Lag Slave Diagnostics
The control system includes a diagnostic screen that
lists some information on the Lead/Lag slaves in the
system. See Menu 13
Menu 13. Lead/Lag Diagnostics
Use the left- and right-arrows to see all of the
columns in the display.
11.5
Statistics
The controller can present some summary information
about the operation of the system – number of pump
cycles, number of burner cycles, etc.
Menu 14. Statistics Confi guration Screen
11.6
Analysis
The control system includes an Analysis branch
that can display the behavior over a period of time
for several different parameters: fan speed, outlet
temperature, inlet temperature, etc.
Menu 15. Analysis Setup Screen
To use this function, select the parameter you want
to track from the pull-down list. The system will
present a graph that tracks that variable.
To see the graph for the currently-selected function,
press the View button.
Menu 16. Trend Analysis Graph
The time scale can be adjusted by pressing the
Seconds button in the lower left-hand corner.
11.7
Control Snapshot
The software allows you to take a “snapshot” of
the current state of the controller, including setup
information and operating information. This
information can be helpful during troubleshooting.
Menu 17 shows the Control Snapshot screen.
Menu 17. Control Snapshot List Screen
LAARS Heating Systems
Select one of the controllers listed on the right side
of the screen. Press one of the buttons below the
right column to see the snapshot. See Menu 18.
Menu 18. Typical Control Snapshot
The Show Status button captures the current status
of the I/O of the control only. Show Confi guration
captures the current parameter settings and the
control setup. You can save the snapshot, give it a
name, or send a copy to the USB port.
11.8 Operating Sequence
When there is a call for heat, the unit will close
pump contacts to energize the customer supplied
relay/contactor to start water fl ow. Once the LCI
circuit (fl ow switch, gas pressure switches, LWCO,
and High Limit aquastats) are completed the unit
will start the blower and begin the ignition sequence.
NeoTherm is equipped with a low and high fi re air
pressure switch. The unit will pre-purge at 65% fan
for 30 seconds and prove fan through the blocked
intake switch. Once fan is proven, the blower will
proceed to 24% and the 10 second Pre-ignition timer
will begin to make the ignitor spark.
Once the Pre-ignition timer has expired the control
will open the Pilot solenoid and the Pilot Flame
Establishing Period (PFEP) will start for 10
seconds to establish fl ame. Once fl ame has been
established and the 10 second timer has expired
the control will open the main valve and the Main
Flame Establishing Period will begin for a period
of 5 seconds. If fl ame is established within those 5
seconds then unit will proceed to Run, if fl ame does
not establish the unit will post-purge to 100% for
30 seconds and the sequence for ignition will begin
again. For Non CSD-1 units retry for ignition is 3
times before Lockout 109 (Ignition Failure) occurs.
For CSD-1 units there is a single retry before
Lockout 109 occurs.
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12.2 Parts List
SIZE
SIZE
SIZE
SIZE
SIZE
SIZE
SIZE
ITEM DESCRIPTION
NTH 210
NTH 285
NTH 399
NTH 500
NTH 600
NTH 750
NTH 850
NTV 199
NTV 285
NTV 399
NTV 500
NTV 600
NTV 750
NTV 850
Jacket Components – See Figure 63
1
Front Panel Assembly
R60D3200
R60D3200
R60D3201
R60D3202
R60D3202
R60D3202
R60D3202
2
Front Panel Handle
R50D3204
R50D3204
R50D3204
R50D3204
R50D3204
R50D3204
R50D3204
3
Rear Panel
R50D3101
R50D3101
R50D3101
R50D3101
R50D3101
R50D3101
R50D3101
4
Left Side Panel
R19D3002/
R30D3002
R40D3002
R50D3002
R50D3002
75D3002
85D3002
R20D3002
5
Right Side Panel
R30D3001
R30D3001
R40D3001
R50D3001
R50D3001
75D3001
85D3001
6
Left Top Panel
R20D3303
30D3312
R40D3303
50D3308
60D3303
75D3303
85D3303
7
Middle Left Top Panel
20D3403
30D3311
40D3401
50D3401
60D3302
75D3302
85D3302
7A
Middle Right Top Panel
20D3402
30D3313
—
—
—
—
—
8
Right Top Panel
R20D3301
30D3314
40D3402
50D3402
60D3301
75D3301
85D3301
9
Jacket Angle Support
R30D3102
R30D3102
R40D3102
R50D3102
R50D3102
75D3102
85D3102
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2) NTH
(2)
(2)
(2)
R51D3102
(2) NTV
10
Jacket Support,
R50D3003
R50D3003
R50D3003
R50D3003
R50D3003
R50D3003
R50D3003
Left Stanchion
11
Jacket Support,
R50D3004
R50D3004
R50D3004
R50D3004
R50D3004
R50D3004
R50D3004
Right Stanchion
12
Front Bezel
R50D7121
R50D7121
R50D7121
R50D7121
R50D7121
R50D7121
R50D7121
13
Touchscreen Display
E2339800
E2339800
E2339800
E2339800
E2339800
E2339800
E2339800
Internal Components – See Figure 64
20
Base Assembly
R15D1100
R30D1100
R40D1100
R50D1100
60D1100
75D1100
85D1100
21
Left Rear Support
R50D1001
R50D1001
R50D1001
R50D1001
R50D1001
R50D1001
R50D1001
Stanchion
22
Left Front/Right Rear
—
R50D1002
R50D1002
R50D1002
R50D1002
R50D1002
R50D1002
Support Stanchion
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
23
Cantilevered Base
R40D1001
R40D1001
R40D1001
R40D1001
R50D1003
75D1002
75D1002
Stanchion
24
Brace, Front,
20D1005
85D1005
85D1005
85D1005
60D1005
85D1005
85D1005
HX Stanchion
24A Brace, Rear,
20D1007
R50D1005
85D1005
85D1005
85D1005
85D1005
85D1005
HX Stanchion
25
Mounting Rail
R30D1004
R30D1004
40D1004
R50D1004
R50D1004
75D1004
85D1004
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
26A Diagonal Brace
—
—
—
—
—
75D1006
75D1006
(2)
(2)
27
Condensate Trap Assy
R20D4020
R50D4020
R50D4020
R50D4020
R2075701
R2075701
R2075701
Section 12 -
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use only genuine LAARS replacement parts.
12.1 General Information
To order or purchase parts for the LAARS NeoTherm, contact your nearest LAARS dealer or distributor. If they cannot supply
you with what you need, contact Customer Service. (See the back cover for the address, telephone and fax numbers.)
LAARS Heating Systems
SIZE
SIZE
SIZE
SIZE
SIZE
SIZE
SIZE
ITEM DESCRIPTION
NTH 210
NTH 285
NTH 399
NTH 500
NTH 600
NTH 750
NTH 850
NTV 199
NTV 285
NTV 399
NTV 500
NTV 600
NTV 750
NTV 850
28
Heat Exch. Rail Clip
—
R50D1006
—
—
—
—
—
(2)
(2)
(2)
30
PVC Reducer
RP2053000
RP2052900
RP2052800
50D4027
RP2052800
RP2052800
RP2052800
30a CPVC Reducer
RP2065600
—
—
—
—
R75D4020
R75D4020
or Coupling
30b 2” Dia. Pipe, CPVC
RD2010213
—
—
—
—
—
—
NTV
RD2010213
NTH
31
Hose Barbed Adapter
RP2056100
RP2056100
—
—
—
—
—
33
Air Inlet/Exhaust Bracket R20D3120
30D3505
40D3005
85D3005
85D3005
85D3005
85D3005
Gas Train Components – See Figure 65
40
Combustion Air Blower RA2114200
RA2114200
RA2113100
RA2113100
R2012101
R2012101
R2012101
41
Gas Valve/Venturi
RV2017903
RV2017904
—
—
—
—
—
42
Gas Valve
—
—
RV2019200
V2019600
V2018500
V2018500
V2018500
43
Gas/Air Venturi
—
—
—
RA2116700
A2115000
A2115000
A2115000
44
Manual Gas Valve
—
—
RV2000200
V2003000
V2003000
V2003200
V2003200
(2)
44A Manual Gas Valve
—
—
—
RV2000200
—
V2003000
V2003000
45
Gas Valve Flange Kit
—
—
—
RP2050100
RP2050100
RP2050100
RP2050100
46
Gas Valve/Venturi
—
—
—
RS2104900
RS2104900
RS2104900
RS2104900
Cork Gasket
47
Gas Valve O-Ring
R30-227
R30-227
—
—
—
—
—
48
Venturi O-Ring
—
—
RS2105200
RS2105200
RS2105200
RS2105200
RS2105200
49
High Gas Pressure Switch
—
—
—
R50D5014
R50D5013
R75D5014
R75D5014
50
Low Gas Pressure Switch
—
—
—
R50D5015
R50D5012
R75D5015
R75D5015
51
Duct/Venturi Transition
R10D5013
R30D5013
—
R50D5017
R60D5052
R60D5052
R85D5052
52
Gas Supply Pipe
RP2051400
RP2051500
P2054300
P2054300
P2054300
P2064200
P2064200
53
Gas Pipe, 3/4” NPT
—
—
RP2056500
—
—
—
—
Formed Nipple
55
Air Inlet Flex Hose
D0091401
D0091401
RD0091202
D0091301
RD0091201
RD0091203
RD0091203
56
Air Inlet Collector
—
—
RV2019400
—
—
—
—
57
Electrical Connector w/Cable —
—
RE2331700
RE2331700
—
—
—
58
Elbow Adapter
—
—
RV2019300
RV2019300
—
59
Blower Gasket W/Fasteners —
—
—
—
RS2107500
RS2107500
RS2107500
Heat Exchanger Components – See Figure 66
60
Heat Exchanger
RS2105700
RS2111100
RS2111200
RS2111300
RS2111300
RS2111400
RS2111500
NTH
S2111000
NTV
61
Pump Assembly
R20D4140
R30D4110
R40D4110
R50D4110
—
—
—
NTH
NTH
NTH
NTH
15D4040
50D4040
50D4040
50D4040
NTV
NTV
NTV
NTV
62
Low Water Cutoff Switch—
—
—
—
RE2076500
RE2076500
RE2076500
RE2076500
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SIZE
SIZE
SIZE
SIZE
SIZE
SIZE
SIZE
ITEM DESCRIPTION
NTH 210
NTH 285
NTH 399
NTH 500
NTH 600
NTH 750
NTH 850
NTV 199
NTV 285
NTV 399
NTV 500
NTV 600
NTV 750
NTV 850
63
Inlet Water Temp Sensor RE2320600
RE2320600
RE2320600
RE2320600
RE2320600
RE2320600
RE2320600
64
Duplex Outlet Water
RE2319900
RE2319900
RE2319900
RE2319900
RE2319900
RE2319900
RE2319900
Temperature Sensor
65
Duplex Stack
RE2319700
RE2319800
RE2319800
RE2319800
RE2319800
RE2319800
RE2319800
Temperature Sensor
66
Pressure Relief Valve,
R51-182
RA2113602
RA2113602
RA2113602
RA2113602
RA2113602
RA2113602
NTH
(30 PSI)
(75 PSI)
(75 PSI)
(75 PSI)
(75 PSI)
(75 PSI)
(75 PSI)
Pressure Relief Valve,
A2114802
A2114802
A2114802
A2114802
A2114802
A2114802
A2114802
NTV
(125 PSI)
(125 PSI)
(125 PSI)
(125 PSI)
(125 PSI)
(125 PSI)
(125 PSI)
67
Air Vent
R1-592
R1-592
R1-592
R1-592
R1-592
R1-592
R1-592
68
Burner Door w/gasket
RS2112801
RS2112801
RS2112801
RS2112801
RS2112801
RS2115301
RS2115301
68A Gasket-only (rubber only)
R2069400
R2069400
R2069400
R2069400
R2069400
R2077400
R2077400
69
Burner Gasket
RS2108500
RS2108500
RS2108500
RS2108500
RS2108500
S2113000
S2113000
69A Gasket Set
RS2109100
RS2109100
RS2109100
RS2109100
RS2109100
R2077600
R2077600
(burner gasket, ignitor gasket, sensor gasket & rubber door gasket)
70
Front Refractory Tile
RT2109001
RT2109001
RT2109001
RT2109001
RT2109001
T2110300
T2110300
71
Rear Refractory Tile
R50D2021
R50D2021
R50D2021
R50D2021
R50D2021
R50D2021
R50D2021
72
Main Burner w/gasket
R2069104
R2069105
R2069106
R2069106
R2069107
R2069108
R2069109
73
Flame Sensor w/gasket R2069200
R2069200
R2069200
R2069200
R2069200
R2071400
R2071400
74
Ignitor w/gasket
R2069300
R2069300
R2069300
R2069300
R2069300
R2071500
R2071500
74A Ignitor Gasket
RW2013300
RW2013300
RW2013300
RW2013300
RW2013300
RW2013300
RW2013300
74B Screw, Ignitor/
m4-.7X8mm
m4-.7X8mm
m4-.7X8mm
m4-.7X8mm
m4-.7X8mm
m4-.7X8mm
m4-.7X8mm
Flame Sensor
S2112700
S2112700
S2112700
S2112700
S2112700
S2112700
S2112700
74C Flame/Sensor Gasket
RW2013400
RW2013400
RW2013400
RW2013400
RW2013400
RW2013400
RW2013400
75
Air/Gas Channel (80-600) RS2108700
RS2108700
RS2108700
RS2108801
RS2108801
RS2115400
RS2115400
Air Adapter (750-850)
75A Screw, Air/Gas
RS2109400
RS2109400
RS2109400
RS2109400
RS2109400
RF2029200
RF2029200
Channel
(5)
(5)
(5)
(5)
(5)
(5)
(5)
76
Drain
R10-143
R10-143
R10-143
R10-143
R10-143
R10-143
R10-143
77
Sight Glass
R50D2020
R50D2020
R50D2020
R50D2020
R50D2020
R50D2020
R50D2020
Electrical Components – See Figure 67
80
Control Panel Enclosure R50D7001 R50D7001
R50D7001
R50D7001
R50D7001
R50D7001
R50D7001
81
Transformer
RE2108700
RE2108700
RE2108700
RE2108700
RE2108700
RE2108700
RE2108700
82
High Voltage Shield
R50D7002
R50D7002
R50D7002
R50D7002
R50D7002
R50D7002
R50D7002
83
Top Panel Bracket
R50D7003
R50D7003
R50D7003
R50D7003
R50D7003
R50D7003
R50D7003
84
Electronic Control
Contact Customer Service at 800 900-9276 x11
Module, Standard
84
Electronic Control
Contact Customer Service at 800 900-9276 x11
Module, CSD-1
85
Rocker Switch
RE2322700
RE2322700
RE2322700
RE2322700
RE2322700
RE2322700
RE2322700
87
Wire Harness
R50D7414
R50D7408
R50D7406
R50D7402
R50D7410
R50D7409
R50D7409
89
Air Pressure Switch
RE2334701
RE2334700
—
RE2334700
RE2334700
RE2334701
RE2334700
90
Water Flow Switch
—
—
R2008400
R2008400
R2008400
R2008400
R2008400
NEOTHERM Boilers and Water Heaters
Parts Illustration 2.
Internal Components,
Sizes 150–210
Parts Illustration 3.
Internal Components,
Sizes 285–600
NEOTHERM Boilers and Water Heaters
Parts Illustration 5.
Gas Train Components, Sizes 150-500
Sizes 150-285
NEOTHERM Boilers and Water Heaters
Parts Illustration 7.
Heat Exchanger Components
68A
Sizes 285 -
LAARS Heating Systems
Parts Illustration 8.
Electrical Components
(Front)
Battery ( CR2032 )
Touchscreen
(Back)
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