BASO H15 User Manual

Installation Instructions Issue Date February 22, 2013

H15 Series BASO® 100% Shutoff,

Automatic Pilot Valve

Application

The H15 Series pilot valves provide safe lighting and complete shutoff of pilot and main burner gas on a variety of domestic and commercial gas burning equipment. Applications include room heaters, wall heaters, unit heaters, central heating equipment, crop dryers, dish washing machines, industrial ovens, and degreasing equipment.

IMPORTANT: Verify that the valve is installed only in applications where the specified maximum ambient (surface) temperature and maximum operating pressures do not exceed the limits in the Technical Specifications section.

Installation

IMPORTANT: Only qualified personnel should

install or service BASO Gas Products products. These instructions are a guide for such personnel. Carefully follow all instructions in this document and all instructions for the appliance.

IMPORTANT: Make all gas installations in accordance with applicable local, national, and regional regulations.

CAUTION: Risk of Electrical Shock.

Disconnect power supply before making electrical connections to avoid electrical shock

Note: In applications that do not require electrical power, disregard the above caution.

WARNING: Risk of Explosion or Fire.

Shut off the gas supply at the main manual shutoff valve before installing or servicing the H15. Failure to shut off the gas supply can result in the release of gas during installation or servicing, which can lead to an explosion or fire, and may result in severe personal injury or death.

To install the H15 valve:

1. Shut off power to the appliance (if applicable).

2. Shut off the gas at the main manual shutoff valve.

3. Ensure that the main gas flow through the gas valve body must be in the direction indicated by either “IN” and “OUT” or the arrow on the valve body. If the valve is installed with the gas flow in the opposite direction of the arrow, leakage can occur.

IMPORTANT: Do not use a wrench on any surface other than the casting flats provided at the inlet and outlet ends of the valve body. The H15 may be damaged in the mounting process if a wrench is used on any other surface. Using a wrench incorrectly may void the warranty.

4. Mount the valve to the pipework. The H15 valve may be mounted in any convenient position. Use an approved pipe joint sealing compound on the male threads before assembly. Remove excess compound after mounting the valve to the pipework. Threads of the pipe and nipples must be smooth and free of tears and burrs. Steam clean all piping to remove foreign substances such as cutting oil or thread chips. A sediment trap should also be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1). (See Figure 1 and Figure 2.)

5. Attach the thermocouple securely to the pilot burner, and screw the terminal end to the BASO® power unit terminal on the valve. Make sure this connection is clean. Tighten the thermocouple lead nut finger tight, plus a maximum of 1/8 turn. Do not overtighten.

6. Pilot gas connections. a. Internal Pilot Gas Valve Models receive pilot

gas internally from the valve body. Note: Pilot gas flow comes out of either gas

valve top housing ports. On internal pilot gas valve models, plumb the

pilot burner fitting to either of the pilot gas ports on the valve. Plug the unused pilot gas port on the gas valve. See Figure 1 and Figure 2.

b. External Pilot Gas Valve Models receive

pilot gas from an external gas source.

WARNING: Risk of Explosion or Fire.

Verify that there are no gas leaks by testing with appropriate equipment. Never use a match or lighter to test for the presence of gas. Failure to test properly can lead to an explosion or fire and may result in severe personal injury or death.

7. Check for leakage. a. Shut off the gas at the main manual shutoff

valve and open the pressure connection between the manual shutoff valve and the H15 valve.

Note: Pilot gas flow through the gas valve top housing can be in either direction as indicated by the arrows.

On external pilot gas valves models, plumb the pilot gas line from an external gas source to either pilot gas port on the gas valve. Plumb the other pilot gas port to the pilot burner fitting. See Figure 3.

c. Gas valve models with black arrows are

limited to applications up to 175˚F (80˚C).

d. Gas valve models with red arrows are limited

to applications up to 300˚F (150˚C).

WARNING: Risk of Explosion or Fire.

Never connect an external gas line to an internal pilot gas model. Pilot gas would flow freely in one port and out the other, which could lead to an explosion or fire and may result in severe personal injury or death.

b. Connect air tubing with a maximum pressure

of 1-1/2 times the valve’s maximum operating pressure (as indicated on the valve) to the opened pressure connection.

c. Paint all valve body connections with a rich

soap and water solution. If bubbles occur, this is an indication of a

leak. To stop a leak, tighten joints and connections. Replace the part if the leak cannot be stopped.

If bubbles do not occur, remove the air tubing and close the pressure connection.

8. Perform the Checkout before leaving the installation.

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Gas Suppl

Shutoff

Valve

3 in. (76.2 mm)

Sediment Trap

Plug

Reset Button

indicates possible

locations f or other contr ol s.

Thermocouple

Pilot Burner

Gas Line

Lead

Figure 1: Typical Installation of an H15 Valve with Internal Pilot Gas Flow (Models H15_A and H15_B)

Shutoff

Valve

Rotor

Valve

Reset

Button

indicates po ssible

locations f or other contro ls .

3 in. (72.6 m m)

Sediment Trap

Pilot Burner

Gas Line

Thermocouple

Lead

Figure 2: Typical Installation of an H15 Valve with Internal Pilot Gas Flow and Rotor “B” Valve

(Models H15_H)

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Shutoff

Valve

Gas Suppl

Optional

Valve

Reset Button

indicates possible

locations f or other contr ol s.

3 in. (76.2 mm)

Sediment Trap

Pilot Burner

Gas Line

Thermocouple

Lead

Figure 3: Typical Installation of an H15 Valve with External Pilot Gas Flow (Models H15_Q and H15_R)

Setup and Adjustments

Checkout

WARNING: Risk of Explosion or Fire.

Follow this or an equivalent checkout procedure after installation. Before leaving the installation, verify that the gas valve functions properly and that the system has no gas leaks. Gas leaks can lead to an explosion or fire, and may result in severe personal injury or death.

Make sure all components are functioning properly by performing the following test.

1. Test all joints and connections for leaks with a rich soap and water solution. If leaks occur, see Step 6 in the Installation section.

2. Close the main upstream shutoff valve and the B valve (applications with a B valve only) and wait at least 5 minutes for unburned gas to escape from the appliance, then reopen the valves.

3. Push the reset button and light the pilot burner. Continue to hold the reset button for 30 to 45 seconds or until the pilot remains burning when the reset button is released.

4. Check the millivoltage output of the thermocouple and the milliampere dropout range of the BASO power unit to be sure they meet the values in Table 1 and Table 2. Step-by-step procedures for these checks are included with the Y99AB-4

BASO Test Kit Application Note (Part No. 24-8711-838).

5. Observe at least three complete operating cycles

to make sure that all components are functioning properly.

6. Reset the thermostat to the desired setting before

leaving the installation.

Table 1: Thermocouple Output

Thermocouple mV Range Lead Type Turn

Down

K15 K16 K19

4 mV 20-28 15 4 mV 25-35 17 4 mV 25-35 17

Normal Not Less

Than

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Table 2: Dropout Range

Series Number

H15AA, H15AB, H15AR, H15CA, H15CB, H15CH, H15CQ, H15DA, H15DB, H15DH, H15DQ, H15HQ, H15HR, H15QB, H15QR

H15EQ, H15FA, H15FQ

Pilot Servicing

If pilot flame problems occur, check the following:

• If the pilot flame burns yellow, it may be due to dirt or lint covering the lower portion of the pilot burner. Remove this using a soft brush or a vacuum.

• A flame approximately 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) high must surround the thermocouple tip (Figure 4).

• Because this is an electrical connection, the thermocouple lead connection to the BASO power unit must be clean and free of grease.

mA Range of Power Unit Assembly

Low High

100 300

50 165

Repairs and Replacement

WARNING: Risk of Explosion or Fire.

Field repairs must not be made to the H15 valve. If the thermocouple meets the output listed in Table 1 and the valve does not function, replace the entire valve. Any attempt to repair this assembly voids the manufacturer’s warranty. For a replacement valve, contact the original equipment manufacturer or the nearest BASO Gas Products distributor.

Figure 4: Flame Position

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Technical Specifications

Product Rated Inlet Pressure Valve Body Permissible Ambient

(Surface) Temperature

Recommended Thermocouple Lead Lengths

Inlet and Outlet Body Connections

Valve Torsion Group Gas Valve Classification Types of Gas Packaging Bulk Pack Quantity Bulk Pack Weight Agency Listing

Specification Standards

H15 Series BASO 100% Shutoff, Automatic Pilot Valve

0.5 psi (35 mbar [3.5 kPa]) Aluminum

-30 to 175°F (-34 to 79°C) models without rotor B valve 32 to 175°F (0 to 79°C) models with rotor B valve 32 to 300°F (0 to 149°C) H15_B and H15_R models only

K15: 12 to 48 in. (305 to 1,220 mm) K16: 12 to 72 in. (305 to 1,830 mm) K19: 18 to 72 in. (457 to 1,830 mm)

1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 3/4, or 1 in. NPT

Group 2 (EN 125) Class B (EN 125) Natural, Liquefied Petroleum (LP), and LP gas-air mixtures Bulk pack supplied to original equipment manufacturer (individual pack option al) 32 and 40 (depending on valve size) 24 to 42 lb (11 to 19 kg) CSA Certificate Number 229521-1656080

Australian Gas Association Certificate Number 4236 (Specific models without rotor valve only) AGA Class 1, Valve Type Flame Safeguard (excludes H15Q_ and H15_B) EC Type Examination Certificate Number E0485 (excludes models with rotor “B” valve, H15E_, and H15Q_) UL File Number MH2926 (H15CA, DA, and CH models only)

ANSI Z21.20, CAN1-6.4 ANSI Z21.21, CSA 6.5 ANSI Z21.78, CSA 6.20 AS 4620 EN 125 UL Standard 372

Performance specifications are nominal and conform to acceptable industry standards. All agency certification of BASO products is performed under dry and controlled indoor environmental conditions. Use of BASO products beyond these conditions is not recommended and may void the warranty. Product must be protected if exposed to water (dripping, spraying, rain, etc.) or other harsh environments. The original equipment manufacturer or end user is responsible for the correct application of BASO products. Consult BASO Gas Products LLC for questionable applications. BASO Gas Products LLC shall not be liable for damages or product malfunctions resulting from misapplication or misuse of its products.

Refer to the H15 Series BASO 100% Shutoff Automatic Pilot Valve Product Bulletin (BASO-PB-H15) for necessary information on operating and performance specifications of this product.

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