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Gas Line Pressure
The boiler gas valve is equipped with a line pressure test port; see Figure 2-1. Use the following procedure to
measure the gas line pressure to the boiler to ensure it falls within the range given in Table 2-1:
1. Turn the supply of gas to the boiler off.
2. Open the bleed screw of the line pressure test port approximately 1-1/2 turns. This port is directly connected to
the gas line feeding the boiler. See Figure 2-1.
3. Force 1/4ID tubing over the housing of the line pressure test port; install the other end of the tubing to an
appropriate line pressure test gauge or manometer. Ensure both ends of the tubing make a tight connection.
4. Turn the gas supply to the boiler on and check for gas leaks.
5. Observe the line pressure under static conditions and compare it to Table 2-1. The pressure will be greatest
under static conditions.
6. With all other gas appliances in the application running, operate the burner to the maximum firing rate (See I/O
manual) and compare the observed line pressure with Table 2-1. The pressure will be lowest during the
maximum flow of gas.
7. Adjust the gas line pressure to ensure the parameters in Table 2-1 are attained under all conditions. If possible
adjust the line pressure to the "Nominal/Desired" value listed in Table 2-1 while the unit is operating at the
maximum modulation rate.
8. Continue observing the gas line pressure until the completion of a combustion analyses in case adjustments need
to be made.
9. Complete pressure testing, remove the ¼”tube from the test port and then return the bleed screw of the Line
Pressure Test Port to the closed position.
The line pressure is a function of the gas supply and is affected solely by field provided
parameters such as line size and regulator settings. Under no circumstances can the boiler gas
valve influence or be used to adjust the gas line pressure.
Failure to close the bleed screw of the Line Pressure Test Port will cause a severe leakage of
gas, resulting in a fire or explosion causing property damage, serious injury or death.
Table 2-1 Line Pressure and Combustion Parameters
Line Pressure (inches wc)
*Note: Observe the combustion products with the burner operating at the maximum modulation rate.
Table 2-2 Minimum and Maximum Input Ratings and Respective Modulation Rates
Min. Modulation Rate
(RPM)
Max. Modulation Rate
(RPM)
Notes:
1Canada: Altitudes between 2000-4500 ft, de-rate by 10%. Consult local authorities for de-rating for altitudes above
4500ft.
2When operating with LP-Gas models CHS-85 and CHS-110 have min/max Input ratings of 17.6/88 and 22.6/113 MBH
respectfully.
Carbon Monoxide –DO NOT leave the unit operating if producing Carbon Monoxide (CO)
concentrations in excess of 175ppm. Failure to comply may result in serious injury or death.
Manifold Pressure - DO NOT adjust or measure the Manifold Pressure of the boiler. Correct
manifold pressure is factory set. Field adjustment could result in improper burner operation
resulting in fire, explosion, property damage or death.