
VR4304 INTERMITTENT PILOT COMBINATION GAS CONTROL
69-0695—03 6
Fig. 8. Proper flame adjustment.
Check and Adjust Gas Input to Main Burner
1. Do not exceed the input rating stamped on the
appliance nameplate, or manufacturer
recommended burner orifice pressure for the
size orifice(s) used. Make certain the primary
air supply to the main burner is properly
adjusted for complete combustion (refer to the
appliance manufacturer instructions).
2. IF CHECKING GAS INPUT BY CLOCKING THE
GAS METER:
• Make sure that the only gas flow through the
meter is that of the appliance being checked.
• Make certain that other appliances are
turned off with pilot burners extinguished (or
deduct that gas consumption from the meter
reading).
• Convert the flow rate to Btuh as described in
form 70-2602, Gas Controls Handbook, and
compare to the Btuh input rating on the
appliance nameplate.
3. IF CHECKING GAS INPUT WITH A MANOMETER
(PRESSURE GAUGE):
• To connect the manometer, be sure the gas
control knob is in the PILOT position before
removing the outlet pressure tap plug.
• When removing the manometer, turn the gas
control knob back to PILOT and replace the
outlet pressure tap plug.
• Shut off the gas supply at the appliance
service valve, or at the gas tank for LP gas,
before removing the outlet pressure tap plug
and before disconnecting the manometer
and replacing the outlet pressure tap plug.
• Perform the Gas Leak Test at the outlet
pressure tap plug.
Standard-Opening and Slow-Opening
Pressure Regulator
1. The gas control outlet pressure should match the
manifold pressure listed on the appliance
nameplate.
2. With the main burner operating, check the gas
control flow rate by using the meter clocking
method or check the gas pressure using a
manometer connected to the gas control outlet
pressure tap. Refer to Fig. 4.
3. If necessary, adjust the pressure regulator to
match the appliance rating. Refer to Table 5 or 6 for
the factory set nominal outlet pressures and
adjustment setting ranges.
a. Remove the pressure regulator adjustment cap
screw.
b. Using a screwdriver, turn the inner adjustment
screw clockwise to increase or
counterclockwise to decrease the main
burner gas pressure.
c. Always replace the cap screw and tighten
firmly to safeguard proper operation.
4. If the desired outlet gas pressure or gas flow rate
can not be achieved by adjusting the gas control,
check the gas control inlet pressure by using a
manometer at the inlet pressure tap. If the inlet
pressure is in the normal range (refer to Table 5 or
6), replace the gas control. Otherwise, take the
necessary steps to provide proper gas pressure to
the gas control.
Step-Opening Pressure Regulator
1. The gas control outlet pressure should match the
manifold pressure listed on the appliance
nameplate.
2. With the main burner operating, check the gas
control flow rate by using the meter clocking
method or check the gas pressure by using a
manometer connected to the gas control outlet
pressure tap. Refer to Fig. 4.
3. If necessary, adjust the pressure regulator to
match the appliance rating. Refer to Table 5 or 6 for
factory set nominal outlet pressures and
adjustment ranges.
a. Remove the pressure regulator adjustment cap
screw.
b. Using a screwdriver, turn the inner adjustment
screw clockwise to increase or
counterclockwise to decrease the main
burner gas pressure.
c. Always replace the cap screw and tighten
firmly to safeguard proper operation.
4. If desired outlet pressure or flow rate can not be
achieved by adjusting the gas control, check the
inlet pressure by using a manometer at inlet
pressure tap or upstream of the gas control. If the
inlet pressure is in the normal range (refer to
Table 5 or 6), replace the existing gas control.
Otherwise, take the necessary steps to provide
proper gas pressure to the gas control.
5. Carefully check main burner lightoff at the step
pressure. Make sure the main burner lights
smoothly and without flashback to the orifice and
that all ports remain lit. Cycle the main burner
several times, allowing at least 30 seconds
between cycles for the regulator to resume the step
function. Repeat after allowing main burner to cool.
Readjust the full rate outlet pressure, if necessary,
to improve lightoff characteristics.
Check Safety Shutdown Performance
Fire or Explosion Hazard
Can cause property damage, severe injury, or
death.
Perform the safety shutdown test anytime work is
done on a gas system.
NOTE: Read steps 1 through 7 below before starting
and compare to the safety shutdown or safety
lockout tests recommended for the intermittent
pilot (IP) module. Where they differ, use the
procedure recommended for the module.
PROPER FLAME
ADJUSTMENT
IGNITER-
SENSOR
M3080A
3/8 TO 1/2 INCH
(10 TO 13 mm)