Lochinvar Knight 50-210 User Manual
Service Manual
Models: 50 - 210
This manual must only be
used by a qualified heating
installer / service technician.
Read all instructions,
including this manual and the
Knight Wall Mount
Installation and Operation
Manual, before installing.
Perform steps in the order
given. Failure to comply
could result in severe personal
injury, death, or substantial
property damage.
WARNING
Save this manual for future reference.
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Hazard definitions
The following defined terms are used throughout this manual to bring attention to the presence of hazards of various risk levels
or to important information concerning the life of the product.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
NOTICE
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in property damage.
NOTICE indicates special instructions on installation, operation, or maintenance that are important but not
related to personal injury or property damage.
CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Hazard Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
PLEASE READ BEFORE PROCEEDING . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Handling Ceramic Fiber Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
When servicing boiler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Boiler operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Boiler water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Freeze protection fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
WHAT IS IN THIS MANUAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1. SERVICE
Near Boiler Piping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
The Knight Wall Mount Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Control Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Control Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Sequence of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-12
Display Panel Menu Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Display Panel Parameter Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Parameter Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16
Viewable and Changeable Control Parameters . . . . . . . 17-22
2. MAINTENANCE
Maintenance and Annual Startup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-27
3. TROUBLESHOOTING
Before Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Check Control Module Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Table 3A - Troubleshooting Chart - No Display . . . . . . . . 29
Checking Temperature Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Table 3E - Troubleshooting Chart - Noisy System . . . . . 31
Table 3F - Troubleshooting Chart - Fault Messages . . . . 32-39
Combustion Analysis Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Table 3G - Troubleshooting Chart - Combustion Levels 40
Table 3H - Flue Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Gas Valve Adjustment Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Revision Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
Contents
Service Manual
Please read before proceeding
Installer – Read all instructions,
including this manual and the Knight
Wall Mount Installation and Operation
Manual, before installing. Perform steps
in the order given.
User – This manual is for use only by a
qualified heating installer/service
technician. Refer to the Knight Wall
Mount User’s Information Manual for
your reference.
Have this boiler serviced/inspected by a
qualified service technician at least
annually.
Failure to comply with the above could
result in severe personal injury, death or
substantial property damage.
When calling or writing about the boiler –
Please have the boiler model and serial
number from the boiler rating plate.
Consider piping and installation when
determining boiler location (see the Knight
Wall Mount Installation and Operation
Manual).
Any claims for damage or shortage in
shipment must be filed immediately against
the transportation company by the
consignee.
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Handling ceramic fiber materials
REMOVAL OF COMBUSTION CHAMBER LINING
The combustion chamber door insulation in this product contains ceramic fiber material. Ceramic fibers
can be converted to cristobalite in very high temperature applications. The International Agency for
Research on Cancer (IARC) has concluded, “Crystalline silica inhaled in the form of quartz or cristobalite
from occupational sources is carcinogenic to humans (Group 1).”:
Avoid breathing dust and contact with skin and eyes.
• Use NIOSH certified dust respirator (N95). This type of respirator is based on the OSHA
requirements for cristobalite at the time this document was written. Other types of respirators may
be needed depending on the job site conditions. Current NIOSH recommendations can be found on
the NIOSH website at http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/homepage.html. NIOSH approved respirators,
manufacturers, and phone numbers are also listed on this website.
• Wear long-sleeved, loose fitting clothing, gloves, and eye protection.
Apply enough water to the combustion chamber lining to prevent airborne dust.
Remove the combustion chamber lining from the boiler and place it in a plastic bag for disposal.
Wash potentially contaminated clothes separately from other clothing. Rinse clothes washer
thoroughly.
NIOSH stated First Aid.
Eye: Irrigate immediately.
Breathing: Fresh air.
WARNING
NOTICE
WARNING
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When servicing boiler –
• To avoid electric shock, disconnect electrical supply
before performing maintenance.
• To avoid severe burns, allow boiler to cool before
performing maintenance.
Boiler operation –
• Do not block flow of combustion or ventilation air to
the boiler.
• Should overheating occur or gas supply fail to shut off,
do not turn off or disconnect electrical supply to
circulator. Instead, shut off the gas supply at a location
external to the appliance.
• Do not use this boiler if any part has been under water.
The possible damage to a flooded appliance can be
extensive and present numerous safety hazards. Any
appliance that has been under water must be replaced.
Boiler water –
• Thoroughly flush the system (without boiler
connected) to remove sediment. The high-efficiency
heat exchanger can be damaged by build-up or
corrosion due to sediment.
• Do not use petroleum-based cleaning or sealing
compounds in the boiler system. Gaskets and seals in
the system may be damaged. This can result in
substantial property damage.
• Do not use “homemade cures” or “boiler patent
medicines”. Serious damage to the boiler, personnel,
and/or property may result.
• Continual fresh make-up water will reduce boiler life.
Mineral buildup in the heat exchanger reduces heat
transfer, overheats the stainless steel heat exchanger, and
causes failure. Addition of oxygen carried in by makeup
water can cause internal corrosion. Leaks in boiler
piping must be repaired at once to prevent the
introduction of makeup water.
Freeze protection fluids –
• NEVER use automotive antifreeze. Use only inhibited
propylene glycol solutions which are specifically
formulated for hydronic systems. Ethylene glycol is
toxic and can attack gaskets and seals used in hydronic
systems.
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What is in this manual?
Service
Near boiler piping
• Typical system components
The Knight wall mount boiler display
• Display panel readout, buttons and their functions
Control module inputs
• Control module inputs and options
Control module outputs
• Control module outputs and options
General
• How the boiler operates
• How the control module operates
• Access modes -- user and installer
• Sequence of operation -- Domestic Hot Water
(DHW)/space heating
Control panel menu access
• Accessing programming mode and locating menus
(See separate guide covering the PC interface.)
Control panel parameter access
• Accessing and changing parameters from the display panel
Quick start information -- parameter
table
• An index of available adjustments and readouts, where to
access them and where to find detailed information.
Knight wall mount boiler operation
• A: General
• B: Temperature Setting
• C: Data Logging
• D: Functions
• E: DHW Settings
• F: Outdoor Air Reset Curve
• G: Anti-cycling
• H: Control Modes
• I: Circulation Pumps
• J: Service Notification
Maintenance
• Service and maintenance schedules
• Address reported problems
• Inspect boiler area and boiler interior
• Clean condensate trap
• Check all piping for leaks
• Check air openings
• Flue vent system and air piping
• Check water system
• Check expansion tank
• Check boiler relief valve
• Inspect ignition electrode
• Check ignition ground wiring
• Check all boiler wiring
• Check control settings
• Perform start-up and checks
• Check burner flame
• Check flame signal
• Check flue gas temperature
• General maintenance
• Review with owner
• Cleaning boiler heat exchanger
• Oiled bearing circulators
Troubleshooting
• Troubleshooting table - No display
• Checking temperature sensors
• Sensor tables
• Troubleshooting table - Fault messages displayed on
boiler interface
• Combustion analysis procedure
• Gas valve adjustment procedure
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Near boiler piping
This piping reference is included to specify the Near Boiler Piping specific to the Knight wall mount boiler. This piping scheme
is important for proper operation of the SMART SYSTEM control. See the Knight Wall Mount Installation and Operation
Manual for more detailed piping diagrams.
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The Knight wall mount display
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Control inputs
GAS PRESSURE SWITCH
DHW THERMOSTAT
ROOM THERMOSTAT /
ZONE CONTROL
FLOW SWITCH
SYSTEM SENSOR
OUTDOOR SENSOR
LOW VOLTAGE
CONNECTION
BOARD
SEQUENCER / BUILDING
MANAGMENT SYSTEM
LOW WATER CUTOFF
INLET TEMPERATURE
SENSOR
OUTLET TEMPERATURE /
HIGH LIMIT SENSOR
FLUE GAS SENSOR
AIR PRESSURE SWITCH
FLAME SENSOR
BLOCKED DRAIN SWITCH
SMART CONTROL
MODULE
PC INTERFACE
DISPLAY PANEL
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Control outputs
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General Operation
How the boiler operates
The Knight wall mount boiler uses an advanced stainless steel
heat exchanger and an electronic control module that allows
fully condensing operation. The blower pulls in gas and air
and pushes flue products out of the boiler through the heat
exchanger and flue piping. The control module regulates
blower speed to control boiler firing rate. The gas valve senses
the amount of air flowing into the boiler and allows only the
right amount of gas to flow.
How the control module operates
The Knight wall mount control module receives input from
boiler sensors. The control module activates and controls the
blower and gas valve to regulate heat input and switches
boiler, DHW and system pumps on and off as needed. The
user/installer programs the module to meet system needs by
adjusting control parameters. These parameters set operating
temperatures and boiler operating modes. Boiler operation
can be based on boiler outlet water temperature, boiler return
water temperature or system supply temperature, depending
on the parameter setting.
Sequence of operation
Table 1 shows control module normal sequences of operation
for space heating and DHW operation. The combined
operation sequence is for a typical application, programmed
to provide DHW priority.
Access modes
User
The user can adjust space heating set point using the UP and
DOWN buttons at any time during normal operation. By
entering the USER code (0704), the user can also change
temperature units, time and date, and night setback settings.
In user mode, the following parameters can be viewed but not
changed: Boiler outlet water temperature in DHW mode;
boiler model number; software version; total operating hours,
and total cycles.
Installer
Most parameters are available only to the installer, accessible
only by entering the installer access code (5309).
Saving parameters
To save parameters:
Press the ENTER/RESET button.
To keep parameter settings only for a current operating cycle:
Press the MENU/EXIT button 1 time to return to the
parameter listings; press again to return to the menu listings.
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Sequence of operation
Table 1A Sequence of operation - space heating and DHW
OPERATION DISPLAY
1. Upon a call for heat, the control turns on the appropriate pumps
(system and boiler pumps for space heating call; DHW pump
for DHW call).
BLR: Standby
OUT: 123.8F(129)
2. The control connects 120 vac to the blower. The blower does
not run at this time.
• If the unit is equipped with a flow switch or low water cutoff, it
must close before the control powers up the blower.
• If the unit is equipped with a manual reset high limit it must be
closed before the control powers up the blower.
• If the unit is equipped with a solenoid valve and/or a vent
valve, they will be energized along with the blower.
• If the unit is equipped with a gas pressure switch, it must close
at this time.
• If there is an auxiliary device connected to the unit, the unit
will then provide 24 vac to its enable relay. If the auxiliary
device has a proving switch, it must close before the
sequence continues.
BLR: Standby
OUT: 123.8F(129)
3. The control then starts a 10 second prepurge cycle.
BLR: PREPURGE
OUT: 123.9F(129)
4. Once the prepurge cycle is complete, and the blocked drain
switch and auto-reset high limit are closed, the control starts
the 5 second trial for ignition by sending spark voltage to the
spark electrode and opening the gas valve.
BLR: IGNITION
OUT: 123.9F(129)
5. If the control does not detect flame by the end of the trial for
ignition, the control performs a 10 second postpurge, another
prepurge and tries to light the burner again. If the burner does
not light after 4 trials, the control locks out for 1 hour and then
tries another set of 4 trials.
BLR: POSTPURGE, PREPURGE
OUT: 123.9F(129)
6. If the control detects a flame before the trial for ignition ends, it
begins to modulate the burner in order to maintain the set point.
If the boiler lights due to a space heating call for heat, and the
ramp delay function is active (default is off), the modulation
will be held to a series of increasing limits after the burner has
lit.
BLR: SH 20% RATE
OUT: 124.8F(129)
7. If the space heating call for heat is active, and the DHW
thermostat closes, the control will turn on the DHW pump, wait
2 seconds, and then turn off the boiler pump. This will divert
the hot water away from the heating zone(s) and send it to the
DHW tank instead. The control will then modulate to maintain
the outlet temperature to the DHW boiler set point.
BLR: DHW 85% RATE
OUT: 177.8(180)
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Sequence of operation (continued)
Table 1A (continued from previous page) Sequence of operation - space heating and DHW
OPERATION DISPLAY
8. If the DHW thermostat remains on for more than 30 minutes,
and the space heating call for heat is also on, then the control
will turn on the boiler pump, turn off the DHW pump after 2
seconds, and resume modulating based on the space heating
set point. As long as both the space heating and DHW calls for
heat remain active, the control will switch back and forth
between the two modes until one of them is satisfied.
BLR: SH 41% RATE
OUT: 123.0F(129)
9. Once both calls for heat are satisfied, the control will turn off the
burner. The blower will remain on for the 10 second postpurge
cycle. Any pumps that are running will continue to run for their
respective pump delay times, then turn off.
BLR: POSTPURGE
OUT: 127.4F(129)
10. Boiler pump off, system pump continues its delay if longer.
BLR: Standby
OUT: 124.7F(129)
11. System pump off.
BLR: Standby
OUT: 122.9F(129)
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Display panel menu access
Table 1B Use this procedure to access menus from the display panel
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Display panel parameter access
Table 1C This is a typical example of accessing a parameter, shown for parameter I2, boiler pump delay
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