Dettson HYDRAI016-208-3 Electric Boiler Electronic Control Instruction Manual
- June 13, 2024
- Dettson
Table of Contents
Instalation Instraction and Homeowner’s Manual
HYDRA
INDUSTRIAL
HYDRAI016-208-3 Electric Boiler Electronic Control
ELECTRIC BOILER
ELECTRONIC CONTROL Models :
HYDRAI016-208-3 HYDRAI016-240-3 HYDRAI016-480-3 HYDRAI016-600-3
HYDRAI024-208-3 HYDRAI024-240-3
HYDRAI024-480-3 HYDRAI024-600-3 HYDRAI032-208-3 HYDRAI032-240-3
HYDRAI032-480-3 HYDRAI032-600-3
HYDRAI040-208-3 HYDRAI040-240-3 HYDRAI040-480-3 HYDRAI040-600-3
HYDRAI048-240-3 HYDRAI048-480-3
HYDRAI048-600-3 HYDRAI064-480-3 HYDRAI064-600-3 HYDRAI080-480-3
HYDRAI080-600-3 HYDRAI096-480-3
HYDRAI096-600-3
Attention
Do not tamper with the unit or itscontrols. Call a qualified service
technician.
INSTALLER / SERVICE TECHNICIAN:
USE THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL FOR THE INSTALLATION / SERVICING OF THE
BOILER AND KEEP THE DOCUMENT NEAR THE UNIT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
HOMEOWNER:
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL NEAR THE BOILER FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Manufactured by :
Dettson Industries Inc.
Sherbrooke (Quebec) Canada http://www.dettson.ca/
SECTION 1. INSTALLATION
1.1- DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION
The words DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION are used toidentify the levels of
seriousness of certain hazards. It is importantthat you understand their
meaning. You will notice these words inthe manual as follows:
DANGER
Immediate hazards which WILL result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices which CAN result in death or injury.
CAUTION
Hazards or unsafe practices which CAN result in personal injury, product or
property damage.
1.2- HEATING THE HOT WATER
Your HYDRA INDUSTRIAL electric boiler was carefully assembledand checked in
our plant, so that it will deliver warmth and comfortfor many years to come.
This manual is intended to provide the necessary information forthe
installation of the unit, how it functions and explains securitymeasures which
are particular to this type of equipment.
It is essential that the persons installing, operating or adjusting theboiler
carefully read this manual, in order to completely understandand be familiar
with the procedures to be followed.
Any questions relative to the operation, maintenance or guaranteeshould be
directed to the company where the equipment waspurchased.
Upon completion of the installation, this manual should be placed back into
its original envelope and kept near the boiler for future reference.
1.3- DELIVERY
Upon delivery of the boiler, check the nameplate to be sure that you have
received the model with the correct rating and proper voltage.
The following items are supplied with the unit:
- A pressure relief valve, adjusted to 30 psi;
- A drain valve;
- An exterior probe for modulation;
- Two 2’’ X ¾’’ reducing couplings for the pressure relief valve and drain valve.
1.4- INSTALLATION
WARNING
The installation of this unit must be performed by a qualified technician and
it must conform to the standards and regulations in force as well as the
Canadian Installation Code for Hydronic Heating Systems CSA B214-01.
1.4.1- Positioning
The unit must be installed in an area that is dry, non-corrosive, without
excessive dust, well ventilated and where the ambient temperature does not
exceed 27° C (80 ºF).
The boiler can be installed using the included mounting brackets.
Position the top bracket and secure it to a wall. Place the boiler on the top
bracket and then secure the bottom. Finally, use selftapping screws to secure
the tabs to the bracket. Ensure that the unit is well fixed on the wall
utilizing the 2 mounting brackets.
The boiler can be installed in 4 possible configurations as shown in figure 1.
Ensure that it is installed level and that the clearances indicated in Table 1
are respected. 1.5- CLEARANCES
The following clearances should be provided for the servicing of the unit:
Table 1: Minimum clearance to combustible materials
LOCATION | CLEARANCE |
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Top (access to elements) | 13 ¼‘’ (34 cm) |
Sides | 4’’ (10 cm) |
Bottom | 0 |
Front* | 0 |
Back | 0 |
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If the boiler is in an enclosure, provide a door or a removable panel in front to access the control panel.
1.6- DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
The proper functioning of your heating system is directly related tothe quality of the plumbing installation. Therefore, the entireinstallation must be performed by qualified technicians.
The heating system must be set-up to operate at a maximum
pressure of 28 psi and the operating temperature may range from 15 ºC to 88 ºC (60 ºF to 190 ºF).
1.7- FREEZE PROTECTION (WHEN REQUIRED)
WARNING
Only propylene glycol may be used in this hydronic heating system, to prevent freezing. It is recommended to add a maximum of 50% of propylene glycol mixture to ensure proper operation. Do not use automotive anti-freeze, ethylene glycol or any undiluted anti-freeze. If the above recommendations are not followed, severe personal injury, death or substantial property damage can result.
All installations must include the following items:
a. 1 pressure regulator, adjusted to 12 psi, must be installed
between the boiler and the main water supply in the building;
b. 1 expansion tank, pre-pressurized to 12 psi and of appropriate size;
c. 1 or more automatic air purge valves;
d. 1 or more circulating pumps of appropriate capacity.
CAUTION
To avoid water damage and/or scalding due to relief valve operation, a discharge line must be connected to the valve outlet and run to a drainage area. The discharge line shall be installed in such a way that it will allow for the complete drainage of the valve and the discharge line.
1.8- BOILER INSTALLATION
At the time of installation, the following steps should be followed.
Choose an appropriate location. Mount the boiler securely on the wall, with the help of the mounting plate. Ensure that it is level and that the minimum clearances are observed;-
Install the drain valve and the safety valve according to the mounting configuration as shown in Figure 1;
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An automatic air vent should be installed on the unit.
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Install the water supply and return piping with the 2” NPT fitting;
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The heating supply line must include:
a. 1 circulator along with 2 maintenance valves;
b. 1 automatic pressure reducing valve, with a shut-off valve on the return water line;
c. 1 expansion tank;
d. 1 automatic vent. -
In order to ensure satisfactory water flow, the friction in the piping system must not exceed the capacity of the circulator;
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After having completed all piping connections, run water through the system and purge the air. The automatic vent should be in operation.
Note: Remove the plastic cover and check to see if the elements are watertight.
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1.9- ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY
All electrical wiring must conform to the standards and regulations in force
and the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1.
Electrical power to the boiler must come from a 208 or 240 or 480 or 600 VAC
60 Hz 3 phase (3 conductors), grounded circuit, protected by an appropriately
sized breaker, based on the total rating of the boiler. Refer to the boiler
nameplate and the technical specifications in this manual to select the proper
breaker and wire size.
Make sure to turn off all circuits when working in the appliance.
WARNING
Fire Hazard.
The conductor sizing must conform to the last edition of the local or national
codes. Failure to follow this rule can result in death, bodily injury and/or
property damage.
Power supply to the unit can be made using copper or aluminum wires. The wire
size must be decided in accordance to unit power consumption, the over current
protection type and capacity, the wire type and length, and the environment
where the unit is installed. If an aluminum wire is used, other precautions
(such as the use of a DE-OX inhibitor) must be taken to insure the conformity
of the installation. In all cases, all the factors affecting the wire gauge
must be considered and the installation codes followed.
The exterior of the unit must have an uninterrupted ground to minimize the
risk of bodily harm. A ground terminal is supplied with the control box for
that purpose.
In the event that wires inside the unit require replacement, these must be the
same type as the originals. (Copper wiring only).
1.9.1- Connecting the circulating pump
Connect circulating PUMP-PUMP connection points in series with power source.
The relay is limited to 400 VAC 5 amps. The electric control will activate the
circulating pump on thermostat demand, with a heat purge delay at the end of
the heating cycle or continuously. Refer to electronic control section to
learn how to configure this function.
1.9.2- Power stealing thermostat
A 150 OHMS – 10W must be installed if a power stealing thermostat is used.
This resistance must be connected to C-W as shown in Figure 2 Power stealing
thermostat resistance.
1.9.3- Thermostat
connection
Single heating zone
Connect the low voltage thermostat to R-W terminals located inside the control
panel.
Multiple heating zone
Connect the contacts of the motorized valves or pump controls to R-W terminals
inside the control panel.
1.9.4- Outdoor sensor connection
Mount the sensor on an outside wall, protected from direct sunlight, so that
it will accurately measure the outside temperature. Install 2
SECTION 2. OPERATION
2.1- ADJUSTEMENTS AND START-UP
CAUTION
The boiler must be filled with water and all air purged from the system,
turning on the power.
CAUTION
If the power is turned on before the boiler is filled with water, the elements
will become seriously damaged.
- Adjust the set point of the boiler on the electronic control. See control section for adjustments.
- Turn on the power;
- Set the thermostat at 30°C (85°F). The circulator should start as well as the electrical elements in sequence with a 15 seconds delay;
- The circulator stays on for as long as there is a call for heat except if differently configured on the electronic control.
2.2- MECHANICAL HIGH LIMITS
The two high limit controls must be adjusted 28 above electroniccontrol set
point temperature. The aquastat labeled « high limit »
will deactivate the upper contactors. The aquastat labeled “controlwill
deactivate the lower ones.
2.3- QUIET MODE
To make the boiler quieter, in the installer menu, choose noisemode to low.
The low noise option reduces the switching frequency of thecontactors. This
option shall be used only in installation areaswhere noise is problematic.
The normal mode allows the boiler to attain the temperaturesetpoint more
precisely optimizing the energy consumptionPreferably, use the normal mode.
2.1- LOAD-SHEDDING
When a jumper in connected to the D1 and D2 terminals, the boiler will reduce
the maximum power to the number of elements programmed in the installer menu.
This function allows the building owner to reduce his peak consumption. Please
refer to the electronic control section of this manual for more details on how
to activate this mode.
2.2- LOW FLOW
The boiler will automatically detect a low flow condition and will keep a low
heating power in order to avoid overshoots. It is also possible to connect a
low flow switch to the LF1 and LF2 terminals. In this case, a low flow
condition would turn off the highlimit contactors which would de-energize the
heating elements.
2.3- COMMUNICATION
For installation needing more heating power many appliances can be
connected in parallel. A serial communication allows the different units to
exchange operational information. There can be up to 255 appliances connected
on the same BUS.
In order to use this function, the COM+ COM- connections must be used between
each appliance.
The master appliance will need to be configured in the installer menu while
the other appliances will be configured as slaves.
When change in the configuration is required only the master appliance need to
be configured, while the others will be automatically modified.
If an exterior sensor is used it shall be connected to the master appliance
only. 2.4-
ELECTRONIC CONTROL
Display and electronic controller : PUMP: Pump state
SET P: Setpoint temperature
TARGET: Target temperature
T° IN: Water temperature
T° OUT: Outdoor temperature
Cmd : Indicates the percentage of power sent to the elements
Consumption:
The consumption menu shows an approximated value of the power consumed by the
boiler since it was last reset.
Consumption is written in kilowatt hour and time since last reset is given in
hours or in days.
As shown on the screen, pressing the central button will reset the time and
power consumed.
Alarm:
Some events may alter the functionality of the device in an undesired manner.
These events trigger alarms in the system that remains stored in the device’s
memory. Reasons for alarms are: troubles with the internal or the external
temperature sensors, problems with elements and overheating.
Using the left and right buttons, the arrow on the screen can be moved and the
central button will allow the user to activate the element pointed by it.
CURRENT: Indicate the alarms currently afflicting the device.
PAST: Shows the history of the alarms triggered on the device.
CLEAR ALARM: Ends alarms that still appear active on the device. The past
alarm function allows you to revisit the previous 25 alarm messages and an
approximated time span since they happened. The arrow buttons allow the user
to scroll through the alarm reports and the central button allows them to
return to the alarm menu
Configuration:
The configuration menu’s purpose is to allow the user to adjussettings linked
to the interface, such as the temperature’s unitsand the language.
UNITS: allows switching between Fahrenheit and Celsius.
LANGUAGE: allows switching th displayed text between French and English.
Important: Access to the Tests tab appearing on the controller’s screen is
protected by a password. Under no circumstances should a user try to access
it. This function is used at the Dettson factory to test the Hydra before it
is shipped. If the user manages to enter the correct password the machine will
be stuck in the test function. To exit the test function, the machine must be
shut down, it will then return to the main screen after being subsequently
turned on.
Installer:
The installer menu’s goal is to make the installer’s work easier. This menu is
protected by a password that can be found on the electrical schematic affixed
to the plastic case of the Hydra.
The password consists of a combination of characters entered with the three
buttons of the Hydra (left, center, right then center). The user shouldn’t try
to gain access to this menu as it is used to program the behavior of the
device. TYPE: Gives a preset value to the temperature set point. Mass, Plinth,
Light and Cast Iron are the preset values. Manual allows the installer to
manually choose the set point.
PUMP: Off means the pump will activate only when there is a demand from the
thermostat. “On” means that the pump will always be active. 20 Seconds
indicate that the pump will deactivate 20 seconds following the end of a
heating demand from the thermostat.
SET P: Set the target temperature the device will try to reach upon the
reception of a signal from the thermostat.
T° EXT: Allows the device to know if an external sensor is being used. DEV ID:
Allows to configure the boiler when used in parallel with other boilers
LOW FL: When active, the boiler will make sure the water flow is adequate
before activating more elements
RELIEF: This parameter represents the number of elements active when a jumper
is connected between D1 and D2
NOISE: The low noise function will prevent contactors to cycle rapidly which
will make the output temperature less precise
Boost Mode: The boost mode menu allows the user to raise the boiler’s
temperature set point by 10 degrees Fahrenheit during 24 hour. Press the
central button while in this menu to activate or deactivate this
measure Table 2: Alarm
description
Alarm | Description | Possible causes |
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T in | The boiler temperature sensor returns a temperature that is not within | |
standard values | Misconnected sensor T in and T ext inverted Damaged wire | |
T out | The outdoor temperature sensor returns a temperature that is not within | |
standard values | Misconnected sensor T in and T ext inverted Damaged wire | |
Overheat | The control is experiencing an increase in temperature when it does | |
not send command to elements | Remaining heat in system |
Oil boiler active in dual energy systems Defective relay or element
Err. Heater| The temperature in the boiler does not increase at a standard
rate| The load is more important than usual (large house, concrete floor,
beginning of season)
Not all the elements are heating Make sure the current drawn by the unit
corresponds to the one on the rating plate
SECTION 3. MAINTENANCE
The property owner has the following responsibilities:
a. To maintain the area around the boiler clean at all times and free from
combustible and highly flammable material;
b. To ensure that the ambient air at the boiler is not excessively dusty or
humid;
c. To have all water leaks repaired in the system as they arise.
d. To ensure that the ambient temperature in the area where the unit is
installed does not exceed 27 °C (80 °F).
CAUTION
The boiler guaranty may be invalidated if: water leaks in the system are not
repaired; the boiler is used as a source of domestic hot water or a
significant amount of new water or air is introduced into the system.
It is recommended that the boiler be purged annually, in order to eliminate
sediment and sludge that may have accumulated at the bottom of the boiler and
covered the heating elements.
Procedure:
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Let the boiler cool down;
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Close the maintenance valves, which are installed at the water inlet and outlet of the boiler. N.B.: It is not recommended to drain the water from the heating pipe system;
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Hook-up a garden hose to the drain valve and place it close to
a floor drain; -
Open the purge valve until the water comes out clean and clear;
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Close the valve.
It is recommended to perform a visual inspection of the boiler electrical
compartment annually, during the heating season. The items to check are the
water tightness of the elements, signs of overheating of the electrical
components and the wiring. Corrective measures must be undertaken as required,
as soon as possible.
⇒ Defective components should always be replaced with the Original Equipment
Manufacturer’s parts.;
SECTION 4. INFORMATION
Model:……….
Serial number:……….
Installation date of the electric boiler:………..
Service telephone # – Day:…………
Night:………….
Dealer name and address:…………..
SECTION 5. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Table 3: Technical specifications
SECTION 6. PARTS LIST
DESCRIPTION| PART #| 16kW 600VAC| 32kW 600VAC| 16kW
240V
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TERMINAL BLOCK| L99F007| 1| 1| 1
GROUND TERMINAL| L99G005| 1| 1| 1
CONTROL TERMINAL BLOCK| L05F013| 2| 2| 2
AQUASTAT – HL(B04184)| R02F018| 2| 2| 2
CONTACTOR| L01H032| 2| 4| 4
HIGH LIMIT RELAY| L01H009| 1| 1| 1
24V RELAY (PUMP)| L01H030| 1| 1| 1
RECTIFIER RELAY CARD| R99G006| 1| 1| 1
TRANSFORMATOR 680V – 480V| L01F015| 1| 1| 0
TRANSFO 120/208/240/277/480 – 24VAC| L01F014| 1| 1| 1
ELEMENT 208V – 8KW| L99H023| 0| 0| 0
ELEMENT 240V – 8KW| L99H021| 0| 0| 2
ELEMENT 480V – 8KW| L99H019| 0| 0| 0
ELEMENT 480V – 16KW| L99H020| 0| 0| 0
ELEMENT 600V – 8KW| L99H017| 0| 0| 0
ELEMENT 600V – 16KW| L99H018| 1| 2| 0
RELIEF VALVE| G11F025| 1| 1| 1
PURGE VALVE| G11Z002| 1| 1| 1
LOW WATER CUTOFF| R99H006| 1| 1| 1
PRESSURE TRANSDUCER| R99F052| 1| 1| 1
TEMPERATURE SENSOR| R02Z010| 2| 2| 2
SENSOR WELL| R02J013| 2| 2| 2
RELAY DELAY CONTROL CARD| R99G007| 0| 0| 0
CURRENT TRANSDUCER| R99F054| 1| 1| 1
OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR| A20015| 1| 1| 1
2” – 3/4” NPT REDUCER| G03J012| 2| 2| 2
DETTSON LABEL 3.5” DIA| X50044| 1| 1| 1
ELEC LABEL 2.5” DIA| X50043| 1| 1| 1
PLASTIC DOOR| B04238| 1| 1| 1
HIGH TEMPERATURE WIRE HARNESS (ELEMENTS)| B04241| 1| 2| 2
CONTACTORS WIRE HARNESS| B04256| 1| 1| 1
CONTROL WIRE HARNESS| B04257| 1| 1| 1
DETTSON CONTROLLER (INDUSTRIAL)| R99G021| 1| 1| 1
CONTROLLER LABER| X50039| 1| 1| 1
END INSULATION| B04218| 1| 1| 1
CONTOUR INSULATION| B04240| 1| 1| 1
GASKET ELEMENT| B03970| 1| 2| 2
HEXAGONAL NUT 5/16-18 BRASS| F07F015| 4| 8| 8
END PLATE| B04247| 1| 1| 1
TOP REAR PLATE| B04249| 1| 1| 1
TOP FRONT PLATE| B04248| 1| 1| 1
CONTROLLER BRACKET| B04251| 1| 1| 1
WALL BRACKET| B04252| 2| 2| 2
MACHINE BRACKET| B04262| 2| 2| 2
CONTACTOR BRACKET| B04263| 2| 2| 2
TANK ASSEMBLY| | B04268-01| B04268-02| B04268-02
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