Algas SDI PHOENIX VH100 Manual

Models: VH100 – VH200
Operations & Maintenance
Manual
151 South Michigan Street, Seattle, Washington, USA 98108
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone] Web: www.algas-sdi.com
This manual covers units built after April 2022 After S/N: 3220019135
FILE: MANUAL PN 57000 VH100-VH200 rev 05-05-2022

WARNING
Read the OPERATION MANUAL before operating this equipment.
This equipment uses LPG and Natural Gas – flammable
fuels. Inherent hazards exist and a thorough
understanding of the equipment is required to allow safe
operation and maintenance.
Allow only a TRAINED and FULLY QUALIFIED
PERSON to service this equipment.
Any time a component must be replaced, use the same
type, model, etc. DO NOT SUBSTITUTE! The
consequences from such actions are unpredictable
and may lead to dire consequences.

Symbols and Conventions
Special symbols are used to denote hazardous or important information.
You should familiarize yourself with their meaning and take special
notice of the indicated information.
Please read the following explanations thoroughly.
GENERAL WARNING OR CAUTION
Indicates hazards or unsafe practices which can result in
damage to the equipment or cause personal injury. Use
care and follow the instructions given.
FLAMMABLE GAS HAZARD
Indicates a potential hazard which can result in severe
personal injury or death. Use extreme care and follow the
instructions given.
ELECTRICAL DISCONNECT REQUIRED
Indicates a potentially dangerous situation which can result
in severe personal injury or death or damage to equipment.
Use great care and follow the instruction given.
PARTS AND PRICES
For parts and prices contact your Algas-SDI distributor.
ASDI CONTACT NUMBERS
If you have questions, need help with your equipment,
or want information on other products, contact your
distributor or Algas-SDI at:
Telephone: [phone]
Facsimile: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Internet: http://www.algas-sdi.com

Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................................... 1
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ...................................................................................................................................................1
MAJOR COMPONENTS ....................................................................................................................................................2
2. INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................................................ 3
HANDLING ....................................................................................................................................................................3
STORAGE ......................................................................................................................................................................3
CHECKLIST BEFORE INSTALLATION......................................................................................................................................3
INTAKE .........................................................................................................................................................................3
EXHAUST ......................................................................................................................................................................3
ACCESS ........................................................................................................................................................................3
ENVIRONMENT ..............................................................................................................................................................4
PREPARING THE BURNER .................................................................................................................................................4
ROTATE THE REAR COVER (OPTIONAL) ...............................................................................................................................5
INSTALLING THE FLAME SUPERVISION .................................................................................................................................6
INSTALLING THE IGNITER ..................................................................................................................................................7
BURNER INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................................................7
ALLOY COMBUSTOR........................................................................................................................................................8
CHECKLIST AFTER INSTALLATION........................................................................................................................................9
PREPARE FOR START UP/ADJUSTMENT...............................................................................................................................9
3. OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................... 1
INITIAL SETUP ................................................................................................................................................................1
FIXED AIR SYSTEMS (AIR FLOW)........................................................................................................................................2
FIXED AIR SYSTEMS (GAS FLOW).......................................................................................................................................2
ON-RATIO GAS SYSTEMS (AIR FLOW).................................................................................................................................3
ON-RATIO GAS SYSTEMS (GAS FLOW)................................................................................................................................3
MANUAL STARTUP GUIDE................................................................................................................................................4
MANUAL SHUTDOWN GUIDE ...........................................................................................................................................4
4. MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................................................... 1
MAINTENANCE ..............................................................................................................................................................1
MONTHLY CHECKLIST (OPTIONAL).....................................................................................................................................1
ANNUAL CHECKLIST ........................................................................................................................................................2
5. TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................... 1
TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES......................................................................................................................................1
SPARE PARTS LIST MODELS VH100 –VH200 ....................................................................................................................3
SPARE PART LIST MODELS VH100 –VH200......................................................................................................................4

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1. INTRODUCTION
Product Description
The Phoenix VH (velocity heat) burner is a direct-fired nozzle-mix
burner, that utilizes ambient combustion air to supply a focused high
temperature flame with flexibility of fuel options.
The Phoenix VH burners are available in three models all with high
velocity and medium velocity combustor options:
VH100 (1,000,000 Btu/hr)
VH150 (1,500,000 Btu/hr)
VH200 (2,000,000 Btu/hr
For performance and operational specifications refer to the Phoenix
VH Specification Sheet.
Figure 1.1 – Phoenix VH Burner

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Major Components
The Phoenix VH Burners consist of the following components
(Refer to Figure 1.2):
Burner Body
Burner Nozzle
Burner Rear Cover
Combustor
Fuel Inlet Block
Air Inlet Block
Igniter
Flame Supervision
O-rings
Orifice Plates
Utilizing a nozzle mix design, fuel enters through the center of the body
while air enters around and through the inlet holes in the nozzle.
Combustion takes place within the nozzle and combustor.
Figure 1.2 – Major Components

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2. INSTALLATION
Handling
Verify that the area is clean.
Protect the burner from weather, dirt and moisture.
Protect burner from excessive temperature and humidity.
Take care not to drop or damage the burner.
Storage
Verify that the burner is clean and free of damage.
Store burner in a cool, clean, dry room.
After ensuring that everything is present and in good
condition, keep the burner in the original package if
possible.
Checklist Before Installation
Intake
To admit fresh combustion air from outdoors, provide an opening in the
room of at least one square inch per 4,000 BTU/hr. In the presence of
corrosive fumes or materials in the surrounding environment, supply
burner with clear air from an uncontaminated area or provide a filtering
system which shall not impede burner operation.
Exhaust
Do not allow exhaust to accumulate in the work area. Provide means
for exhausting them from the furnace and the building.
Access
Install the burner in such a way that you can get easy access for
inspection and maintenance.

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Environment
Verify the local environment matches the operating specifications of
the burner. Check the following items:
Type and supply pressure of the fuel
Availability of enough fresh, clean combustion air
Humidity, altitude and temperature of air
Absence of damaging corrosive fumes or materials in the air
Preparing the Burner
Several components must be installed on a burner before it can
operate. See installation instructions below.

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Rotate the Rear Cover (Optional)
To rotate the rear cover, do the following (see Figure 2.1).
Disconnect the fuel piping at a union in the piping or the inlet
block provided on the burner (1).
Remove the four bolts on fuel inlet (1).
Remove the inlet block, O-rings, and Orifice Plate from the
rear cover (1).
NOTE: Be careful not to lose or damage the orifice plate or the
O-rings.
Remove the four bolts on rear cover (2).
Rotate the rear cover (3) to the desired position.
Install the four bolts on rear cover (2).
Reconnect the inlet block, O-rings, orifice plate and the
piping. Verify that the O-rings show no signs of damage.
Figure 2.1 – Rotate the Rear Cover
1
2
3

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Installing the Flame Supervision
Figure 2.2 – Installing the Flame Supervision
Both UV scanner and flame rod flame supervision options are offered
with Phoenix VH burners. Check the specification sheet to verify
availability.
CAUTION: 7000-volt ignition transformer must be used to supply
power to igniter. If equipment other than those that are recommended
are used, performance may vary from Algas-SDI published values.
Install the flame supervision into the ½” NPT opening in the rear cover.
Verify that you connect the flame supervision of a burner to the
electrical circuit of that burner.
WARNING: If you connect the flame supervision of a burner to the
flame safety system of the wrong burner, you can cause fires and
explosions.
Igniter
Flame
Supervision