THERMOLEC B-3TMB Electric Boiler Instruction Manual

: June 12, 2024
: THERMOLEC

**THERMOLEC B-3TMB Electric Boiler Instruction Manual

**

Important

These instructions should be used as a general guide only. Electrical Code and local utility requirements must be followed and take precedence over these instructions.

Thermolec electric boilers are manufactured with quality components for maximum life, durability and
minimum service. To ensure a satisfactory installation it is imperative that you read these instructions carefully before installing and operating the heating system. Failure to do so may result in breach of warranty.

Unpacking

Inspect the unit and check whether there are missing parts.
Report any damage or claims to the carrier immediately.
For all returns to be accepted they must be authorized by the manufacturer.

Location and dimensions

These boilers are designed for wall mounting. Please see Table 1 below for overall dimensions.
Table 1 also gives the minimum clearances to combustible material as well as recommended distances for ease of service (e.g. replacement of tubular elements).

Table 1

Dimensions and Clearances

Models| Overall dimensions| | Clearances
Width| Height| Depth| Front| Back| Top| Right| Others
Short Models up to 23 kW 1ph up to 18 kW 3ph| 18″| 18″| 9-1/2″| | 36″| 0″| 12″| 6″| 12″
Long Models up to 40 kW| 18″| 28″| 9-1/2″| | 36″| 0″| 24″| 6″| 12″
TMB| 13″| 18″| 9″| | 36″| 0″| 12″| 6″| 12″

The boiler room should be well ventilated as to maintain the temperature below 25°C (77°F).
The unit must be mounted level on a vertical wall with the outlet fitting on the left side of the unit.

Components

Note: The model shown here is a typical Dual-Energy boiler 23kW / 240 Volts / 1phase.

Standard specifications for all models

Table 2 on the following page give specifications and current for the standard models.

Table 2

Standard Model Specifications @ 240V / 1ph (Canada)

Dual-Energy Models| B-5| B-6| B-8| B-9| B-10| B-12| B-15
kW| 5| 6| 8| 9| 10| 11.5| 15
BTU / H| 17,060| 20,472| 27,296| 30,708| 34,120| 39,238| 51,180
Total Amps| 20.83| 25.00| 33.33| 37.50| 41.67| 47.92| 62.50
No. Of Power Supplies (Amps Per Breaker)| 1 x 30A| 1 x 30A| 1 x 50A| 1 x 50A| 1 x 60A| 1 x 60A| 1 x 80A
Dual-Energy Models| B-18| B-20| B-23| B-27| B-30| B-35| B-40
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
kW| 18| 20| 23| 27| 30| 35| 40
BTU / H| 61,416| 68,240| 78,476| 92,124| 102,360| 119,420| 136,480
Total Amps| 75.00| 83.37| 95.83| 112.50| 125.00| 145.83| 166.67
No. Of Power Supplies (Amps Per Breaker)| 1 x 100A| 1 x 125A| 1 x 125A| 2 x 80A| 2 x 80A| 2 x 100A| 2 x 125A
TMB MONO Model Specifications @ 240V / 1ph (Canada)

Mono Models| B-3TMB| B-6TMB| B-9TMB| B-11TMB
kW| 3| 6| 9| 11
BTU/H| 10,236| 20,472| 30,708| 37,532
Total Amps| 12.5| 25.0| 37.5| 45.8
Breaker size| 1 x 20A| 1 x 40A| 1 x 50A| 1 x 60A
Standard Model Specifications @ 3ph (Canada)

Dual-Energy Models| B-18| B-24| B-30| B-35| B-36| B-42
kW| 18| 24| 30| 35| 36| 42
BTU / H| 61,416| 81,888| 102,360| 119,420| 122,832| 143,304
Amps @ 208V / 3ph| 48.00| 66.69| 83.37| 96.00| n/a
Disconnect Switch| 60A| 100A| 100A| 100A
Amps @ 600V / 3ph| 17.34| 23.12| 28.90| n/a| 34.68| 40.46
Disconnect Switch| 30A| 30A| 30A| 60A| 60A

NOTE: Other models, voltages and capacities available upon request. Please contact the factory.

Please use Table 3 below to select the wire size for the power supply.

Table 3

Cable Amps Capacity vs Wire Size

Wire Size| 12| 10| 8| 6| 4| 3| 2| 1| 0| 00| 000
Amps @ 75°C (167°F)
Amps @ 90°C (194°F)| 20| 30| 45| 65| 85| 100| 115| 130| 150| 175| 200
20| 30| 45| 65| 85| 105| 120| 140| 155| 185| 210
Notes : 1- This table should be used as a guide only. Always select the wire size according to the local Electrical Code.2- Always use wire suitable for 75°C (167°F) minimum, 300V or 600V as required.3- All models with suffix “ U ” over 12 kW at 240V / 1ph require two feeders. Divide the total Amps by 2 to select the proper wire size.4- COPPER WIRE ONLY.

Water circulation and plumbing notes

The system is designed to operate with a maximum output temperature of 180°F or lower and a temperature rise across the unit of 20°F or lower. Please refer to Table 4 for the recommended flow rate versus the capacity of the boiler.

Table 4

Recommended Water Flow Rate vs Capacity

Capacity (kW)| Imp. Gallons / min| US Gallons / min
3| 0.9| 1.1
5| 1.5| 2.0
6| 1.7| 2.0
8| 2.3| 2.8
9| 2.6| 3.1
10| 2.9| 3.5
11| 3.2| 3.9
12| 3.5| 4.2
15| 4.4| 5.3
18| 5.2| 6.2
20| 5.8| 7.0
23| 6.7| 8.0
25| 7.3| 8.8
30| 8.7| 10.4
35| 10.2| 12.2
36| 10.4| 12.5
40| 11.6| 13.9
42| 12.2| 14.6

In order to ensure an adequate flow rate :

Pressure loss (referred as “Head”) caused by water friction in the system should not exceed the capacity of the pump.
Please refer to Table 5 below to find the copper pipe diameter (type L) recommended to accommodate the water flow found in Table 4 above

Table 5

Maximum Flow Rate @ 15 psi

Maximum Flow Rate| Pipe Diameter
Imp. Gallons / min| US Gallons / min| (Type L Copper)
3.6| 4.3| 3/4″
8.4| 10.1| 1″
14.4| 17.3| 1-1/4″

Elbows and valves will greatly add to the head loss in the system. An appropriate water flow rate must be maintained to avoid tripping of the temperature limiter. Pipes with diameters larger than specified in Table 5 will not help to increase water flow.

The installation must have a drain valve, an expansion tank, maintenance valves and an automatic pressure reducing fill valve set at 15 PSI (104 kPA). A “T” fitting (1-1/4″ NPT) must be installed at the supply outlet of the unit. This “T” must be equipped with a reducing bushing 1-1/4″ to 3/4″ NPT, facing upwards, to accept a 3/4″ NPT pressure relief valve. This safety valve must be installed vertically. Except for the pressure relief valve, the above plumbing supplies are not supplied with the unit. Please refer to illustrations A, B and C at the end of this manual.

The automatic pressure relief valve supplied with the boiler is required to prevent dangerous pressure build-ups in the system in case of system malfunction and may under certain conditions vent hot water. Do not install the system where water could damage rugs, furniture, etc. When piping the relief valve to a drain, check with local authority for recommended method of installation. Do not open or tamper with the relief valve. If operated frequently or used to drain or flush the system, the valve could fail to seat properly and thus leak.

Important safety notice : This safety valve is mandatory and must be installed as shown in the illustrations A, B and C at the end of this manual. The omission of the safety valve installation will create a very serious safety hazard and will void all warranties.

Automatic air vents should be installed at the highest point of the installation, ideally on all radiator units for best results or at points where air could possibly be trapped in the system. Caution : Make sure the system has been reasonably vented before starting the unit.

Mechanical installation

Mounting brackets are located on the sides of the boiler. Depending on the size of the unit, four or six holes are provided. The unit may be attached directly to a combustible surface.

Use a circulator pump of appropriate capacity for the intended application. The pump should be placed as close as possible to the boiler. Ensure that the water direction is correct. An arrow indicating the circulation direction is generally visible on the pump casing.

Install inlet and outlet piping.

Install air vents, valves, the pressure relief valve supplied with the unit, expansion tank, etc.

When everything is finished, install the temperature / pressure gauge.

Electrical installation

Disconnect all power sources before opening the main panel and working within.

Read the nameplate and other markings carefully and wire strictly in accordance with the wiring diagram.

Wires and protective equipment must be sized according to the applicable Electrical Code.

Use only wires suitable for minimum 75°C (167°F).

Install the outdoor sensor on an exterior North wall and connect it with 18/2 wire to terminals “OT / OT” on the electronic board (TH-600 series controller).

On the electronic aquastat (marked “WATER TEMPERATURE”), select the maximum water temperature required (1-10) by the type of installation. Please see Table 6 below for the temperature obtained according to the knob position. The minimum water temperature is reset automatically by the outdoor sensor. Please see the variation graph in Fig 5.

Table 6

Water Temperature controlled by Electronic Aquastat

Set-point| 10| 9| 8| 7| 6| 5| 4| 3| 2| 1
Maximum temperature| °C| 88| 81| 75| 67| 58| 50| 45| 42| 39| 36
°F| 190| 178| 167| 153| 137| 122| 113| 107| 102| 97
Minimum temperature| °C| 48| 48| 48| 45| 40| 38| 34| 31| 29| 28
°F| 118| 118| 118| 113| 104| 100| 93| 88| 84| 82

Graph

The outdoor sensor will :

a) Maintain the selected maximum water temperature when the outdoor temperature is at -10°C (+14° F) or colder.
b) Automatically and proportionally compensate by varying the water temperature between the maximum and minimum when the outdoor temperature is between –10°C (+14°F) and +10°C (+50°F).
c) Maintain the minimum water temperature when the outdoor temperature is between +10°C (+50°F) and +20°C (+68°F).
d) Prevent boiler operation above +20°C (+68°F)

NOTE : If you choose not to use the outdoor sensor, don’t connect it to the “OT / OT” terminals nor jumper
these terminals. You will not use this feature and the water will simply be maintained at the maximum selected temperature

Connect the thermostat or the zone valve end switch wires to “C” and “W1” terminals on the electronic board.

Circulating Pump Control. The “P / P” terminals are connected to dry contacts of a relay (capacity up to 1 HP) and are used to start the pump. This relay is switched ON with the first heating step and OFF after the last one. A separate 120V / 1Ø service must be provided from the electrical panel to the boiler for the pump. For Mono-Energy Boilers, refer to the wiring diagram. See the diagram for dual-energy as the pump must also run when another source of heat is selected. Follow the extra steps dedicated to a dual-energy installation in the start-up sequence.

Set the room thermostat heat anticipator (when available) to 0.2 Amperes.

If the system is used with Load Management control, connect the Utility signal to “S1 / S2” terminals. A closed contact enables the boiler, an open contact disables the boiler.

The installation is now ready for start-up procedure and testing.

Start-up procedure and test sequence

Double check the following carefully :

All wiring and plumbing is complete.

Pipes have been cleaned, the system has been flushed and filled again.

Without powering the entire unit, install a jumper between the “P / P” terminals and switch the pumpbreaker ON as to let the pump run alone. Verify that the pump is running freely and check for leaks. During this test, a lot of bubbles will travel through the system and air will be eliminated by the automatic vents. You can accelerate the process by purging the radiators manually. Shut off the pump breaker at the panel, then remove the jumper between the “P / P” terminals.

The pressure in the system has been stabilized at approximately 15 PSI (104 kPA).

The entire system is now almost free of air.

The room thermostat anticipator (when available) has been set at 0.2 Amperes.

Switch the boiler breaker ON at the main panel.

Set the thermostat above the room temperature. The system should start.

Make sure the pump starts running as soon as the system starts.

Heating stages will be switched ON in sequence at 30 second intervals, confirmed by green lights on the left hand side of the PC board on the TH600 or by red lights on the TH22.

Wait for two minutes and measure the current drawn by the boiler and compare it with the one shown on the nameplate.

When the required maximum water temperature selected on the aquastat (0-10) or controlled by the
outdoor sensor is reached, the electronic controller will modulate the boiler capacity to maintain the water temperature, as long as the demand for heating is not satisfied. The bottom green light flashes continuously on the TH600 or one of the red lights on the TH22 to indicate that the boiler is maintaining the setpoint. When the room thermostat is satisfied, the heating stages will come OFF in sequence at 5 second intervals.

Set the room thermostat to the desired set point.

The boiler is now ready and functional.

Extra test steps for “Dual-Energy” installation.

Disconnect the room thermostat wires from the existing boiler and connect them to “C” and “W1” terminals on the electronic board of the electric boiler.

Connect two (2) wires from “B / B” control terminals of the electronic board to the thermostat terminals of the existing boiler.

Terminals “S1 / S2” on the electronic board should receive the utility Dual- Energy Signal wires.

Connect the pump terminals “P / P” in parallel to the existing thermostatic pump control as to allow the operation of the pump in any of the “Dual-Energy” modes selected.

Test sequence for “Dual-Energy” systems

A “Dual-Energy” boiler is supplied with a three-position mode selector switch. Because of differences in
regional regulations, the electronic board has been factory set so as to allow the activation of the electric mode depending on the unit destination. In the “Mazout / Oil” position the thermostat will call upon the gas or oil boiler or furnace to maintain the house temperature at the desired level. The “Dual- Energy” mode gives automatic control to the outdoor sensor or alternate switching signals from the local utility for
“Dual-Energy” control. When the “Dual-Energy” contacts are closed, the “Electric” mode is selected. When these contacts are open, the “Mazout / Oil” mode is selected. If the “Electric” mode is manually selected the controller allows only the electric mode operation. A green pilot light indicates the mode that has been selected.

The positions of the manual selector are :

Heating by means of original furnace (electric or mazout/oil)

Dual-Energy mode (signal given by the utility company)

Electric mode only

Fig. 6 Models with manually selected Electric mode available

Simulate a heating demand by setting the thermostat higher than the room temperature.

Switch the mode selector to position and check that the burner responds to the thermostat demand.

Switch the mode selector to the “Dual-Energy” position . Install a jumper between terminals “S1 / S2”; the electric mode is automatically selected. The pump will start and the heating stages will be switched ON in sequence at 5 second intervals. Measure the current drawn by the boiler and compare it with the one shown on the nameplate. If you remove the jumper from terminals “S1 / S2”, the system should switch back to the “Mazout / Oil” mode. Switch the mode selector to the “Electric” position . The controller allows only electric heating even if the contact “S1 / S2” is open.

Switch the mode selector to the desired position and set the room thermostat to the desired temperature.

Your boiler is now ready and functional.

Installation examples

Installation A shows a Thermolec electric boiler in a Full-Electric Configuration.

Installation B shows a Thermolec electric boiler in a Dual-Energy-Series Configuration. Water is always passing through both boilers even if only one heat source is selected at a time.

Installation C shows a Thermolec electric boiler in a Dual-Energy- Parallel Configuration. Water is forced only through the selected heat source by means of a motorized valve.

Position and electric values of heating elements

Standard values of heating elements at 240 Volts are 3kW, 5kW, 5.75kW, 8.75kW et 10 kW. Please refer
to the following sketches and tables to find the position and test value in ohms of each element. Please ensure you disconnect the element completely before you make the resistance reading.

Replacement of heating elements

Heating elements nuts and cover bolts have been factory torqued with a calibrated tool. Please make sure you have a torque driver and the proper sockets handy before you open the boiler tank. Elements nuts should be torqued at :

Newton-meter (Nm) or equivalent
Please ensure you use the double wrench method (i.e. an open key inside of the tank to hold the
element hexagon flange firmly and the torque wrench outside). Don’t let the element turn while tightening. Cover hex bolts should be torqued at :

Newton-meter (Nm) or equivalent
Please make sure to tighten all nuts by hand first, then tighten them as per fig. 8 and finally apply the
proper torque with the torque wrench. Resist the feeling that the bolts could get torqued more (even if possible) because that action would simply squash the silicone gasket to the point where it would eventually lose all its resiliency and sealing properties. Keep in mind that an equal torque is far more important.
Parts

Warranty

Thermolec Ltd. warrants against defects in materials in the heat generator casing of its boiler and the heating elements for ten ( 10 ) years and all other components for two ( 2 ) years after date of shipment from its factory.

Any claim under this warranty shall be considered only if the product has been installed and operated in
accordance with Thermolec’s written instructions.

Any misuse of the system or any repair by persons other than those authorized by Thermolec, carried out without its written consent, voids this warranty.

Thermolec’s responsibility shall be limited in any case to the replacement or repair, in its factory or in the field, by its own personnel or by others choosen by Thermolec, at its option, of such boiler or parts thereof, as shall prove to be defective within the warranty period.

Thermolec Ltd. will not be held responsible for accidental or consequential damages, nor for delays, nor for damages caused by the replacement of the said defective boiler.

Electric Boiler Warranty Registration Form

Form

Please send this registration form to
Thermolec Ltd.
Warranty Registration
2060 Lucien-Thimens St.
Ville St-Laurent, Montreal
Quebec, Canada
H4R 1L1

Or fax it to 514-336-3270

Elements Position, Electric Data and Part

Height

| Volts / Phases| Total KW| Position 1| Position 2| Position 3| Position 4
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Watts| Ohms| Part #| Watts| Ohms| Part #| Watts| Ohms| Part #| Watts| Ohms| Part #
**** 13″Cylinder| **240/1| 3.00| 3000| 19.2| CBLR065| | | | | | | | |
5.00| 5000| 11.5| CBLR055| | | | | | | | |
6.00| 5750| 10.0| CBLR060| | | | | | | | |
8.00| 5000| 11.5| CBLR055| 3000| 19.2| CBLR065| | | | | |
9.00| 5750| 10.0| CBLR060| 3000| 19.2| CBLR065| | | | | |
10.00| 5000| 11.5| CBLR055| 5000| 11.5| CBLR055| | | | | |
12.00| 5750| 10.0| CBLR060| 5750| 10.0| CBLR060| | | | | |
15.00| 5000| 11.5| CBLR055| 5000| 11.5| CBLR055| 5000| 11.5| CBLR055| | |
18.00| 5000| 11.5| CBLR055| 5000| 11.5| CBLR055| 5000| 11.5| CBLR055| 3000| 19.2| CBLR065
20.00| 5000| 11.5| CBLR055| 5000| 11.5| CBLR055| 5000| 11.5| CBLR055| 5000| 11.5| CBLR055
23.00| 5750| 10.0| CBLR060| 5750| 10.0| CBLR060| 5750| 10.0| CBLR060| 5750| 10.0| CBLR060
| | | | | | | | | | | | | |
** 23″Cylinder| **240/1| 27.00| 8750| 6.6| CBLR058| 8750| 6.6| CBLR058| 5000| 11.5| CBLR055| 5000| 11.5| CBLR055
30.00| 10000| 5.8| CBLR059| 10000| 5.8| CBLR059| 5000| 11.5| CBLR055| 5000| 11.5| CBLR055
35.00| 8750| 6.6| CBLR058| 8750| 6.6| CBLR058| 8750| 6.6| CBLR058| 8750| 6.6| CBLR058
40.00| 10000| 5.8| CBLR059| 10000| 5.8| CBLR059| 10000| 5.8| CBLR059| 10000| 5.8| CBLR059
| | | | | | | | | | | | | |
TMB 13”Cylinder| ****240/1| 3.00| 3000| 19.2| CBLR065| | | | | | | | |
6.00| 3000| 19.2| CBLR065| 3000| 19.2| CBLR065| | | | | |
9.00| 3000| 19.2| CBLR065| 3000| 19.2| CBLR065| 3000| 19.2| CBLR065| | |
11.00**| 3000| 19.2| CBLR065| 3000| 19.2| CBLR065| 5000| 11.5| CBLR055| | |

Instruction

Elements Position, Electric Data and Part

Height

| Volts / Phases| Total KW| Volt / element| # élém.| Position 1, 2, 3| Configuration|
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Watts| Ohms| Part #| ****|
13″ Cyl.| **208/3| 18.00| ** 208| 6| 3000| 14.4| CBLR051|
** 23″ Cyl.| 24.00| 6| 4000| 10.8| CBLR052|
30.00| 6| 5000| 8.7| CBLR053|
36.00| 6| 5750| 7.5| CBLR054|
|
**|
13″ Cyl.| **480/3| 18.00| ** 277| 3| 6000| 12.8| CBLR056|
** 23″ Cyl.| 24.00| 3| 8000| 9.6| CBLR061|
30.00| 3| 10000| 7.7| CBLR062|
35.00| 3| 11600| 6.6| CBLR063|
40.00| 3| 13300| 5.8| CBLR064|
|
**|
13″ Cyl.| **600/3| 18.00| ** 347| 3| 6000| 20.1| CBLR057|
** 23″ Cyl.| 24.00| 3| 8000| 15.1| CBLR066|
30.00| 3| 10000| 12.0| CBLR067|
36.00| 3| 12000| 10.0| CBLR068|
42.00**| 3| 14000| 8.6| CBLR069|
| |