Raypak MVB 503 User manual

Models 504 thru 2004
Category I with ertical ent
Models 503 thru 2003
Category IV Venting
Up to 88.4% thermal efficiency!
CSA Certified Lead Content
Less Than .25 Pb

Raypak’s Next Generation
Modulating Boiler
Time-honored technologies unite with cutting-edge advancements in
Raypak’s MVB modulating vertical boiler. Never before has a vertical
boiler provided both the installer and building owner such installation
flexibility, ease-of-commissioning, reliability and long-term perform-
ance. Small space, not a problem. The MVB has the smallest installed
footprint of any vertical boiler, only 5.4 square feet. Raypak’s MVB is
built with commercial-grade components and materials. rom our
steel channel base to our stainless steel flue wrapper, you can tell the
MVB is built to last. It’s easy to handle and install, but still user
friendly to service. Our compact design fits through a 30” door open-
ing making it the perfect choice for those hard to reach retrofit proj-
ects. Now is the perfect time to take a closer look at Raypak.
Flexibility
Small diameter vents and industry-leading vent length allowances
afford greater vent location options, thus reducing wasted space. Vent
versatility is further enhanced by the self-tuning combustion system
which compensates for unusual chimney and vent configurations.
C tegory I* -CSA-certified 84% boiler and up to 85% water heater
models available. Our category I solution is the perfect replacement
for your retro-fit applications. This reduces the installed cost by using
existing category I venting or chimney. Installation couldn’t be easier;
all connections are on the back of the unit. Start-up is a snap, it’s as
close to plug-n-play as a boiler can get.
C tegory IV -CSA-certified 87% efficiency at full fire–the highest pos-
sible for non-condensing boilers
(Up to 88.4% at part load!) When
the job requires high efficiency, our category IV solution meets your
needs.
At the heart of every Raypak MVB is a unique integral evaporator
system - the first defense against harmful condensation. Raypak’s
evaporator system collects and re-evaporates condensate which may
form during initial start-up or brief periods of cold-water operation,
eliminating the need for a boiler condensate drain. This saves you
money on installation costs as well as the headache of dealing with
multiple condensate drains.
rue Modulation
Modulation is nothing new to Raypak, we have honed our gas modu-
lation experience for over 50 years. The Raypak MVB will infinitely
track the heating load precisely with it’s built in TempTracker Mod
control, eliminating costly overshooting. Utilizing the latest European
technology for the blower-gas valve package, the optimum fuel-air
ratio is maintained throughout the entire range of the load-tracking
operation. Our smooth 4:1 turndown (503 thru 2003) ensures effi-
ciency is maintained through out the firing rate and actually increases
during part load, right when you want it! The MVB automatically self-
tunes to accommodate the widest range of gas supply pressures. The
high quality integrated blower-gas valve is self-correcting and allows
smooth operation with fluctuating gas supply pressures. The Raypak
MVB is cutting edge technology with atmospheric simplicity.
Key Features
•12 models from 500,000 to 2,000,000 BTUH
•Up to 85% efficiency (Cat. I*);
•Up to 88.4% efficiency (Cat. IV)
•No boiler condensate drain required (proprietary design)
•Lowest minimum required inlet water temperature (120 )
•Modulating gas valve and burner, up to 4:1 (503 thru 2003)
turndown
•Engineered with precisely matched system components
•Smallest installed footprint (5.4 square feet) design fits tight
spaces and easily replaces larger boilers
•Advanced diagnostics center, real English fault codes
•All models indoor/outdoor certified
•Complete cabinet protects all controls and wiring
•Meets all current Low NOx regulations
•Suitable for altitudes up to 10,000 ft. (derate above 5,000 ft.)
•With all copper and optional bronze waterways, the MVB is
available in boiler and water heater configurations
•Inline combustion air filter (MERVB)
Category I*-up to 85% efficiency
Category IV-up to 88.4% efficiency
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*Category I with vertical vent, category III with horizontal venting and no extractor.

1. Control P nel
ully enclosed controls and wiring protect against dam-
age or vandalism. Cabinet design affords easy access to
controls for installation and service.
2. Temp-Tr cker Mod Control
This factory-mounted multi-function control
delivers precise load-tracking with selectable
mode displays that are easy to access and read.
3. On Bo rd Di gnostic Center
actory-mounted standard equipment. Gives relevant
service feedback as well as possible solutions to clear
the fault. All in plain English, no cryptic codes to deci-
pher. The control also stores up to 16 fault codes in its
history file for the service technician to review.
4. We ther-Proof J cket
Heavy gauge galvanized steel with a UV-resistant
Polytuf powder coat finish is impervious to weather and
corrosion.
5. Combustion Air F n
Cast aluminum, non-sparking construction.
6. Vent Pressure Switch
Monitors vent pressure and provides safe shut down if
back pressure is excessive.
7. Minimum Cle r nce Requirements
Only one inch of side clearance is required from
combustible surfaces.
8. Vertic l He t Exch nger
Cylindrical, multi-pass heat exchanger captures all radi-
ant energy, eliminating the need for heavy refractory.
9. Rugged C st He ders
Bronze headers standard on water heater models. Cast-
iron standard on boiler models, with bronze headers
optional.
10. Tube Sheet Construction
Eliminates the repair & maintenance problems associat-
ed with rolled-tube construction. Easy, cost-effective
component replacement.
11. Viewing Port
Allows easy burner inspection.
12. Low Volt ge Wiring Connections
Up front and easy to get to. Makes sensor wiring and
external control wiring simple and clean.
13. Dr in V lves
Two drain valves located at the bottom of the heat
exchanger. This allows for complete winterizing and
drainage of the heater.
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Cold Water Solutions
Cold Water Start – or applications that
require reliable protection against harmful con-
densation caused by frequent, extended, cold
water start-ups. Raypak’s Cold Water Start pro-
tection system utilizes a proportional three-
way valve to bypass water from the boiler out-
let to the inlet during start-up, when the sys-
tem return water temperature is below the minimum acceptable
level. (See Cat. #1000.19)
Cold Water Run – or applications requir-
ing constant condensation protection. Raypak’s
Cold Water Run system utilizes a variable-
speed pump to inject just the right amount of
water from the main system loop into the boil-
er to maintain the optimum inlet temperature.
This approach allows the full capacity of the
boiler to be utilized to meet the system load,
while at the same time continuously maintaining the optimum inlet
water temperature to prevent condensation. (See Cat. #1000.19)
Multi Boiler Solutions
State of the art European combustion technology
Optional Equipment
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emp racker Mod+ Hybrid– Controls up
to 16 Raypak boilers with PID logic. Automatic
or manually selectable lead-lag boiler opera-
tion. TempTracker Mod+ Hybrid monitors and
displays supply water temperatures on all
applications including outdoor temperature
when outdoor reset mode is selected. Can
also be used to control a mix of condensing
and non condensing boilers using our Hybrid
control algorithm. Now available with
optional BACnet®BMS link.
(See Cat. # 5100.22)
Hybrid Control
BACnet BMS Link

Smallest Installed Footprint
The MVB’s compact design allows for easy installation in the most challenging equip-
ment rooms. It’s easy to handle and install, but still user friendly to service. The MVB has
the smallest installed footprint of any vertical boiler, only 5.4 square feet. The MVB con-
tains all of it’s components to the inside of the cabinet, so there won’t be any fans or
valves hanging off the cabinet that need extra clearance. The compact design fits
through a 30” door opening making it the perfect choice for those hard to reach retrofit
projects.
Model Venting
Category
†
Boilers Water Heaters Input
Min.
Input Output Efficiency Input Output Efficiency
503 IV 500 435 87% 500 435 87% 125
753 IV 750 653 87% 750 653 87% 188
1003 IV 999 869 87% 999 869 87% 250
1253 IV 1250 1088 87% 1250 1088 87% 312
1503 IV 1500 1305 87% 1500 1305 87% 375
1753 IV 1750 1523 87% 1750 1523 87% 438
2003 IV 1999 1739 87% 1999 1739 87% 500
504 I* 500 420 84% 500 420 84% 357ª
754 I* 750 630 84% 750 630 84% 536ª
1104 I* 1100 924 84% 1045 888 85% 786ª
1504 I* 1500 1260 84% 1425 1211 85% 1071ª
2004 I* 1999 1679 84% 1900 1615 85% 1428ª
MBTUH
Models Dimensions (inches) Operating
Weight
(lbs.) Amps‡
MVB
Cat. I*
MVB
Cat. IV
B
Ht. D E G†
NPT
H
NPT
K-Ø
Cat. I*
K-Ø
Cat. IV
M
Cat I*
M
Cat IV
N
CA Ø P R V
504 503 43 32 35 23-3/4 1 2 8 6 14-1/8 14-1/2 6 35 6 2 600 12
754 753 49 38 41 29-3/4 1 2 10 6 16 14-1/2 6 41 6 2 660 12
1104 1003 55 44 47 35-3/4 1-1/4 2-1/2 10 6 16 14-1/2 6 47 6 2 720 12
1504 1253 61 50 53 41-3/4 1-1/4 2-1/2 12 8 18-1/8 17-3/4 8 53 6 2 780 12
1503 67 56 59 47-3/4 1-1/4 2-1/2 8 17-3/4 8 59 6 2 840 12
2004 1753 75 62 65 53-3/4 2 2-1/2 14 8 20-1/8 17-3/4 8 68 9 5 940 18
2003 81 68 71 59-3/4 2 2-1/2 8 17-3/4 8 74 9 5 1000 18
PHYSICAL DATA
*Category I with vertical vent, category III with horizontal venting and no extractor.
†Category IV requires sealed vent with condensate drain. Category I uses conventional B vent.
ªBoilers only.
Note: Ratings are for natural or propane gas and for elevations up to 5,000 ft. above sea level. For higher elevations, consult the factory.
*Category I with vertical vent, category III with horizontal venting and no extractor.
†NPT is for Natural Gas. For Propane, NPT= 1” for all water heater/boiler sizes.
‡Current draw is for heater only. (Supply breaker must have a delayed trip.)
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TOP VIEW
FRONT VIEW FRONT VIEW
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Note: Current draw (Amps) is for pump only Water hardness grains per gallon
Soft = 0-4 • Medium = 5-15 • Hard = 16-25
Heater
Side
rom Combustible
Surfaces (min.)
or Service
(recommended)
loor* 0” 0”
Rear 12” 24”
Right Side 1” 1”
Left Side 1” 1”
Top Indoor
Outdoor
0”
Unobstructed
10”
Unobstructed
ront Open 24”
Vent Stack Indoor 1” 1”
Vent Cap Outdoor 12” 12”
CLEARANCES
MVB
Model
Water Hardness
Soft Medium Hard
HP Amps HP Amps HP Amps
503/504 1/4 6 1/4 6 3/4 11
753/754 1/4 6 1/2 7 3/4 11
1003/1104 1/4 6 1/2 7 1 14
1253 1/2 7 1 14 1 14
1503/1504 3/4 11 1 14 1 14
1753 1 14 1-1/2 15 1-1/2 15
2003/2004 1 14 1-1/2 15 1-1/2 15
*Do not install on carpeting
Note: Local codes may require increased clearances
PUMP
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All components are contained inside the
cabinet (except PRV) , no external fans or
valves to deal with.

On-Board Diagnostic Center
Raypak’s MVB comes equipped with a microprocessor-controlled diagnostic control center that displays its information on a 2x20 character LCD
display in plain English. This control monitors system safeties, ignition faults and system status, while storing up to 16 reported faults. Raypaks
diagnostic center monitors the fault outputs of the enwal ignition control. Converting the enwal’s flashing lights into real English fault codes
that anyone can understand. The control is also equipped with a SPDT dry contact relay output that is switched anytime a safety fault occurs.
This can be used for a heater alarm or a BMS safety interface.
CA EGORY I*
BOILERS
( YPE H)
MVB
Model
low Rates Pressure Drops
Minimum low Maximum low 20° 30° 40°
GPM ⌬P T ⌬T ° GPM ⌬P T ⌬T ° GPM ⌬P T GPM ⌬P T GPM ⌬P T
504 25 1.1 34 100 11.3 8 42 2.7 28 1.4 N/A N/A
754 32 1.7 40 100 13.8 13 63 6.0 42 2.9 32 1.7
1104 46 4.1 40 113 18.6 16 92 13.3 62 6.7 46 4.1
1504 63 8.0 40 113 22.2 22 N/A N/A 84 13.3 63 8.0
2004 84 16.0 40 113 27.2 30 N/A N/A 112 26.9 84 16.0
CA EGORY I*
WA ER HEA ERS
( YPE WH)
MVB
Model
low Rates Pressure Drops
Minimum low Maximum low 20° 30°
GPM ⌬P T ⌬T ° GPM ⌬P T ⌬T ° GPM ⌬P T GPM ⌬P T
504 50 2.8 17 100 11.3 8 N/A N/A 28 1.4
754 50 3.5 25 100 13.8 13 64 6.1 42 3.0
1104 60 6.3 30 113 18.6 16 90 12.6 60 6.3
1504 82 12.6 30 113 22.2 22 N/A N/A 82 12.6
2004 109 25.5 30 113 27.2 29 N/A N/A 109 25.5
CA EGORY IV BOILERS
& WA ER HEA ERS
( YPE H & WH)
MVB
Model
low Rates Pressure Drops
Minimum low Maximum low 20° 30° 40°
GPM ⌬P T ⌬T ° GPM ⌬P T ⌬T ° GPM ⌬P T GPM ⌬P T GPM ⌬P T
503 25†1.1 35 100 11.3 9 43 2.8 29 1.4 N/A N/A
753 33†1.9 40 100 13.8 13 65 6.4 43 3.1 33 1.9
1003 43‡3.7 40 113 18.6 15 87 12.0 58 6.0 43 3.7
1253 54‡6.2 40 113 22.2 19 109 20.9 73 10.2 54 6.2
1503 65‡9.5 40 113 25.5 23 N/A N/A 87 16.0 65 9.5
1753 76‡13.4 40 113 27.2 27 N/A N/A 101 22.5 76 13.4
2003 87‡15.2 40 116 30.2 30 N/A N/A 116 31.9 87 18.9
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*Category I with vertical vent, category III with horizontal venting and no extractor.
† Minimum flow 50GPM for WH hot water supply.
‡ se 30° column as minimum flow for hot water supply.
Boiler Only
Diagnostic Information
S fety F ults Ignition Control F ults
•Condensate Drain •Low Air
•Manual High Limit •lame- No C H
•Auto High Limit •Ignition Lockout
•Low Water Cut-off •Low HSI Current
•Vent Pressure •Low 24VAC
•High Gas Pressure •Internal Control ault
• Low Gas Pressure
•Controller Alarm
•low Switch
•Blower Switch
•actory Option
•External Interlock
•Cold Water Run

emp racker Mod
Raypak’s MVB comes standard with TempTracker Mod. This control can be used for space
heating and hot water supply with eight application-specific modes to meet various appli-
cations, including outdoor reset for heating systems. The control monitors and displays
inlet and outlet temperatures on all applications as well as monitor outdoor temperature
when an outdoor reset mode is selected. Only Raypak’s TempTracker Mod allows for a
user definable outdoor reset slope. Boiler adjustable limits prevent over cycling, saving
energy and extending the life of the boiler. Your MVB is never down with a sensor failure
thanks to Raypak’s exclusive TempTracker software. It can operate with as little as one
functioning sensor, keeping you up and running until service arrives.
•P or PID logic •0-10VDC Setpoint/Direct Drive Input
•4-20ma output •LCD Display
•Building management direct control
Cat. I*
84%
85%
Cat. I*
84%
Cat. IV
87%
MVB
Input
Recovery Rates (GPH)
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150
500 5,091 2,545 1,697 1,273 1,018 848 727 636 566 509 463 424 392 364 339
750 7,636 3,818 2,545 1,909 1,527 1,273 1,091 955 848 764 694 636 587 545 509
1100 11,200 5,600 3,733 2,800 2,240 1,867 1,600 1,400 1,244 1,120 1,018 933 862 800 747
1500 15,273 7,636 5,091 3,818 3,055 2,545 2,182 1,909 1,697 1,527 1,388 1,273 1,175 1,091 1018
1999 20,353 10,177 6,784 5,088 4,071 3,392 2,908 2,544 2,261 2,035 1,850 1,850 1,566 1,454 1,357
MVB
Input
Recovery Rates (GPH)
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150
500 5,091 2,545 1,697 1,273 1,018 848 727 636 566 509 463 424 392 364 339
750 7,636 3,818 2,545 1,909 1,527 1,273 1,091 955 848 764 694 636 587 545 509
1045 10,640 5,320 3,547 2,660 2,128 1,773 1,520 1,330 1,182 1,064 967 887 818 760 709
1425 14,682 7,341 4,894 3,670 2,936 2,447 2,097 1,835 1,631 1,468 1,335 1,223 1,129 1,049 979
1900 19,576 9,788 6,525 4,894 3,915 3,263 2,797 2,447 2,175 1,958 1,780 1,631 1,506 1,398 1,305
MVB
Input
Recovery Rates (GPH)
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150
500 5,273 2,636 1,758 1,318 1,055 879 753 659 586 527 479 439 406 377 352
750 7,909 3,955 2,636 1,977 1,582 1,318 1,130 989 879 791 719 659 608 565 527
999 10,535 5,267 3,512 2,634 2,107 1,756 1,505 1,317 1,171 1,053 958 878 810 752 702
1250 13,182 6,591 4,394 3,295 2,636 2,197 1,883 1,648 1,465 1,318 1,198 1,098 1,014 942 879
1500 15,818 7,909 5,273 3,955 3,164 2,636 2,260 1,977 1,758 1,582 1,438 1,318 1,217 1,130 1,055
1750 18,455 9,227 6,152 4,614 3,691 3,076 2,636 2,307 2,051 1,845 1,678 1,538 1,420 1,318 1,230
1999 21,080 10,540 7,027 5,270 4,216 3,513 3,011 2,635 2,342 2,108 1,916 1,757 1,622 1,506 1,405
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MVB
HEA EXCHANGERJACKEO HER GAS RAIN SAFE IES OPERA ING CON ROLS
ASME, National Board Registered, 160 PSI • HLW Stamp N/A
• H Stamp N/A 
Heat Exchanger Tubes • Copper 
• Cupro Nickel 
Bronze Headers 
Cast Iron Headers N/A 
Pressure Relief Valve • 60 PSI 
• 125 PSI 
• 30, 45, 75, 150 PSI 
Temperature & Pressure Gauge 
Pump • 120V, Single-Phase 
Indoor/Outdoor Certified 
Vent Terminal • Outdoor 
• Through-The-Wall 
ully-Enclosed Controls 
Combustible loor Rated 
120V Power Supply With 120V/24V Transformer 
On/Off Switch 
Programmable Pump Time Delay, Single-Phase • Included In TempTracker Mod Controller 
Terminal Block Connections • Enable / Disable 
• External Interlocks 
• 0-10 VDC Setpoint/Direct Drive Input 
Diagnostic LCD Display With Up To 16 aults 
Status Display Lights (4) 
Temperature Controller With 3 Water Sensors • TempTracker Mod (Up To 4:1 Turndown, Cat. IV) 
• Outdoor Reset Sensor N/A 
Multiple Boiler Controller • TempTracker Mod+ Hybrid BACnet, Up To 16 boilers 
• Multi-Mod Platinum (BACnet) 
Hot Surface Ignition System • 1-Try (Standard On Cat. IV) 
• 3-Try (Standard On Cat. I) 
High/Low Gas Pressure Switches 
Blocked Vent And Air Pressure Switches 
High Limit Switch • Manual Reset, ixed 
• Manual Reset, Adjustable 
• Automatic Reset, Adjustable 
Low Water Cut-Off, 24V • With Manual Reset And Test Buttons 
low Switch 
Modulating Combination Gas Valve 
Combustion Air Blower 
TruSeal Direct-Vent Ready 
Additional Safety Valve • Motorized (Externally Mounted) 
• Solenoid (Externally Mounted) 
CSA-Certified Efficiency • Cat. IV - 87% At ull ire 
• Cat. I - 84% to 85% (See MBTUH Table) 
Air ilter (Shipped Loose) 
Alarm System 
CSD-1 / GE GAP Control System 
Low NOx • Meets All Current Requirements 
Cold Water Start • Prevents Internal Condensation On Start-Up 
Cold Water Run • Prevents Condensation In Continuous Low-Temp Operation 
Water Heaters
(Type WH)
Boilers
(Type H)
  = Standard   = Optional
R yp k, Inc. • 2151 Eastman Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93030 • phone: [phone] • fax: [phone] • www.raypak.com
Cat. No. 3400.11H Effective 05-01-11 Replaces 02-15-10
LLC
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