Heat Controller Patriot 80 Owner's Manual

USER’S INFORMATION MANUAL

Models: ODF, ODR, OUF, OLF, OLR

Oil-Fired Furnaces

Congratulations...

...you have one of the most modern oil furnaces made. Your unit has been carefully selected to keep you warm and comfort­able during the winter months. It will deliver superb performance with only minimal help from you.

To keep your operating costs low and to eliminate unnecessary service calls, we have provided a few guidelines to help you
with your furnace. These guidelines will help you understand how your furnace operates and how to maintain it so you can get

years of safe and dependable service.

For your safety – read before operating

This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light the burner by
hand.

Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the
appliance and to replace any part of the control system and oil control which has been under water.

Periodic Inspections

Your oil furnace is designed to give many years of efficient, satisfactory service. However, the varied air pollutants commonly
found in most areas can affect longevity and safety. Chemicals contained in everyday household items such as laundry
detergents, cleaning sprays, hair sprays, deodorizers, and other products which produce airborne residuals may have an
adverse affect upon the metals used to construct your furnace.

It is important that you visually inspect the conditions of the burner and vent from the furnace. A flashlight will be useful for
these inspections. Make one inspection prior to the beginning of the heating season and another during the middle. Should
you observe unusual amounts of rust, flakes or other deposits, coatings, or corrosion, it is important that you call your authorized
dealer at once to obtain a qualified service inspection. Even if no unusual rust or other deposits are observed, it is recommended

that the furnace be inspected and serviced at least once per year by a qualified service technician.

WARNING

If the information in this manual is not followed exactly,
a fire or explosion may result causing property damage,
personal injury, or loss of life. For assistance or
additional information, consult a qualified installer or
service agency.

WARNING

Do not store combustible materials or flammable items,
including gasoline and other flammable vapors and
liquids, near the furnace, vent pipe, or warm air ducts.
The furnace area must not be used as a broom closet or
for any other storage purposes. Never burn garbage or
paper in the heating system. Such uses may result in
actions that could cause property damage, personal injury,
or death.

Save these instructions for future reference

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer or service agency.

PERIODIC INSPECTIONS ....................................................... 1

OPERATING YOUR FURNACE ............................................... 2

Lighting Instructions ................................................. 2

Temperature Control ................................................ 2

Fan Operation .......................................................... 2

MAINTENANCE OF YOUR FURNACE ................................... 2

Cleaning/Replacing Filters ....................................... 2

Combustion/Ventilation Air ....................................... 3

Venting and Furnace Support .................................. 3

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CAUTION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Operating Your Furnace

F

A

N

O

N

A

U

T

O

Fan SwitchSelector Switch

Cooling

(if applicable)

&

Heating

Temperature

Setting

Room

Temperature

50

60

80

70

60

50

70

80

Lighting Instructions

1. STOP! Read the previous safety information.

2. Set the thermostat to the lowest setting. Turn off electric
power to the appliance.

3. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device. Do

not try to light the burner by hand.

4. Check the oil supply valve.

5. Turn on electric power to the appliance.

6. Set the thermostat to the desired setting.

7. The burner should light and the system should be
controlled by the thermostat. If the appliance will not
operate, call your service technician.

What to do if your unit is not heating properly

If your unit is operating but fails to provide complete comfort,
check the following before calling for service:

1. Be sure the thermostat setting is correct.

2. Check to see if the filter is clean.

3. Be sure air can circulate freely throughout your home.
Do not block supply registers or return grilles with
furniture or rugs.

And if you also have cooling...

4. Keep surface of the outdoor coil free from dirt, lint, paper,
or leaves.

5. Check and clean indoor coil if necessary. (This check
should be made at the start of each cooling season by
your service technician.)

What to do if your unit fails to operate

1. Be sure the main switch that supplies power to the unit
is in the “ON” position.

2. Replace any burned-out fuses or reset circuit breakers.

3. Be sure the thermostat is properly set.

4. If the unit still does not start, call your service technician.

Temperature Control

There are many types and styles of thermostats. Yours may
look different from the one pictured in Figure 1, depending
on the type of thermostat and whether cooling was installed
with the system. However, almost all thermostats perform
the same basic functions described in the following section.

Thermostat

Thermostat Operation (when you have heating and
cooling)

There are two switches located on the thermostat. One
switch controls the heating and cooling functions. The other
switch is for “FAN” operation, either continuous or automatic.
On the thermostat is the temperature range for the heating
temperature and the cooling temperature desired.

To put the system into operation, push the switch to either
“HEAT” or “COOL” position.

After you have chosen the type of operation you desire, move
the thermostat dial or lever to select the temperature you
would like the system to maintain.

Fan Operation

You may wish to increase your comfort by setting your system
for continuous air circulation of the indoor air. The fan switch
on the thermostat permits you to do this (see Figure 1).

With the switch in the “ON” position the fan will operate
continuously. “AUTO” position gives fan operation only when
the unit is in either heating or cooling.

Maintenance Of Your Furnace

There are routine maintenance steps you should take to keep
your unit operating efficiently. This will assure longer life,
lower operating costs, and fewer service calls. The steps
given in this publication are easy to follow and are not time
consuming. Certain service and maintenance procedures
require the skill of a trained service person who has
specialized tools and training for their use. Please call your
dealer for service. Personal injury can result if you are

not qualified to do this work.
Cleaning/Replacing the Filter

WARNING

Always turn off the power to your furnace before removing
the doors or filters. Failure to turn the power off could result
in property damage, personal injury, or death.

It is very important to clean or replace the air filter regularly.
A dirty air filter can sharply increase the operational costs of
your unit...in some cases it can double the cost. The air

filter should be inspected at least every 6 weeks and
cleaned or replaced as required.

The unit may contain either a disposable filter or a permanent
filter. The type of filter may be indicated on a label attached
to the filter. If a disposable filter is provided, replace with
the same type and size as the original filter. If a permanent
filter is provided, clean filter and place back in furnace. To
clean a permanent filter, shake filter to remove excess dirt
and/or use a vacuum cleaner. Wash filter in soap or

Figure 1

Thermostat Operation (when you have heating only)

The thermostat is the only control you’ll need to set, as the
furnace is completely automatic. Just set the temperature
to the desired comfort level.

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detergent water and replace after filter is dry.
If your air distribution system has a central return air filter-

grille, you do not need a filter in your furnace. Be sure to
clean the filter-grille as recommended above.

Dirty filters are the most common cause of inadequate
heating or cooling performance. A clogged filter will not
permit adequate