White Rodgers 3049, 3098 User Manual

3049 and 3098 SERIES

WHITE-RODGERS

Operator: Save these instructions for future use!

FAILURE TO READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THIS CONTROL COULD CAUSE
PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

These Mercury Flame Sensors are designed to replace flame
sensors used on automatic pilot ignition systems on original
equipment and retrofit applications. Type 3049 Flame Sensors
are equipped with three quick-connect terminals, while Type
3098 are manufactured with three-prong plugs and designed to
plug into the receptacle on the 36C84 series gas valve. Both
types have SPDT switch mechanisms which are activated by the
heat from the pilot flame.

Mercury Flame Sensors

INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS

DESCRIPTION

3098 MERCURY

FLAME SENSOR

If in doubt about whether your wiring is millivolt, line, or low
voltage, have it inspected by a qualified heating and air condi­tioning contractor, electrician, or someone familiar with basic
electricity and wiring.

Do not exceed the specification ratings.
All wiring must conform to local and national electrical codes and

ordinances.
This control is a precision instrument, and should be handled

carefully. Rough handling or distorting components could cause
the control to malfunction.

WARNING

!

Do not use on circuits exceeding specified voltage.
Higher voltage will damage control and could cause
shock or fire hazard.

ATTENTION!

This product contains mercury. There will not be any exposure to mercury under normal conditions of use. This product may
replace a unit which contains mercury. Do not open mercury cells. If a cell becomes damaged, do not touch any spilled
mercury. Wearing non-absorbent gloves, take up the spilled mercury with sand or other absorbent material and place into a
container which can be sealed. If a cell becomes damaged, the unit should be discarded. Mercury must not be discarded in
household trash. When this unit or the unit it is replacing is to be discarded, place in a suitable container and return to us.

PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION

!

To prevent electrical shock and/or equipment dam­age, disconnect electric power to system at main fuse
or circuit breaker box until installation is complete.

Shut off main gas to heating system until installation
is complete.

Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing
controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dan­gerous operation.

Following installation or replacement, follow appli­ance manufacturer's recommended installation and/
or service instructions to insure proper operation.

SPECIFICATIONS

The sensing bulb is for direct flame immersion in the pilot flame.
The top

Contact Action: SPDT, snap-action

3

⁄4” should be surrounded by flame.

WHITE-RODGERS DIVISION

EMERSON ELECTRIC CO.
9797 REAVIS RD., ST. LOUIS, MO. 63123
[phone], Fax [phone]

9999 HWY. 48, MARKHAM, ONT. L3P 3J3
[phone], FAX [phone]

Printed in U.S.A.

Timing: Contacts close approximately 60 seconds after the pilot
is ignited. Contacts open approximately 40 seconds after the
flame is extinguished.

PART NO. 37-3609D

Replaces 37-3609C

9627

INSTALLATION

REMOVING THE OLD FLAME SENSOR

The 3049 flame sensors are manufactured with different termi­nal/panel configurations. Some models have three
terminals, while others have two 1⁄4” spade terminals and one pin
terminal. Figure 5 illustrates the terminal layout and internal
switch action for each variation.

The service technician must identify the terminal configuration
on the existing sensor, and confirm that it matches the replace­ment. If the sensor terminals do not match, replacement cannot
be made.

Before removing old flame sensor, perform the following:

1. On Type 3049 Flame Sensor - record the color code for
each wire attached to the three quick-connect terminals
and disconnect the wiring. Refer to Fig. 5 for terminal/panel
configurations.

2. For both types of mercury flame sensors - inspect the pilot
burner, flame sensor bulb, and the adaptors and clips used
to hold the bulb within the pilot burner bracket. Note the
exact arrangement of clips and adapters so that the same
arrangement is used for the replacement flame sensor.

3. For both types of mercury flame sensors - note the exact
location and mounting method for the ignition electrode
attached to the pilot burner bracket or flame sensor bulb.
This location must be used when the replacement flame
sensor is installed. Failure to exactly locate the electrode
will cause pilot ignition problems.

There are generally three styles of electrode mountings:
A. Electrode and pilot burner manufactured as a one-

piece unit. In this case, electrode position should not be
disturbed. The flame sensor bulb can be removed
without disassembling the electrode.

B. Electrode mounted to the pilot burner via a perforated

mounting strap. In most cases using the perforated
mounting strap, the electrode will NOT be disturbed
when the flame sensor is removed.

3

⁄32" to 5⁄32"

Element (push-in

type only)

Sensing Bulb

3

⁄32" to 5⁄32"

1

⁄4” spade

Hood

C. Electrode mounted using the bracket that attaches to

the flame sensor bulb. In this case, the electrode must
be removed before the bulb can be pulled from the pilot
burner bracket.

4. Carefully remove the flame sensor bulb from the pilot
burner bracket noting the positions of the adaptors and the
ignition electrode.

5. For flame sensors with stud-mount sensing bulbs, remove
the nut from the bulb stud and pull the sensing bulb down
through the pilot burner.

INSTALLING THE REPLACEMENT FLAME SENSOR

1. Check the sensing bulb of the defective flame sensor and
note the positions of any C-ring(s) installed on the bulb. If
the replacement flame sensor does not have C-rings,
remove the C-ring(s) from the old flame sensor and install
in the same position on the new flame sensor bulb. Do not
uncoil the new flame sensor capillary until it is ready to be
installed.

2. Carefully uncoil enough capillary to allow installation of the
new flame sensor. Do not kink or sharply bend the capillary
to prevent damage.

3. Slip the bulb of the replacement flame sensor into the pilot
burner bracket and secure it with the same method used for
the defective flame sensor. The bulb should be held by the
pilot burner so that movement from side to side is mini­mized.

4. If the ignition electrode was removed or changed position,
reinstall it so that it is in its original position. The spark gap
should be
electrode to the sensing bulb or pilot hood, depending on
the original configuration.

5. Carefully uncoil enough capillary to install the switch mecha­nism on the same position as the original unit. Be sure to
prevent excessive strain where the capillary enters the
bulb.

6. Mount the switch mechanism (for plug-in types) plug flame
sensor into gas valve socket.

7. For type 3049 flame sensors, attach the wires to their
respective terminals.

8. Energize the system and observe the pilot burner and
ignition electrode. Sparking should occur in the middle of
the pilot gas stream.

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⁄32” minimum to 5⁄32” maximum from the tip of the

Electrode Mounted

With Slip-on Bracket

26-0079 26-0080

Pilot Burner Adaptors

Clamp

Electrode

Figure 1

71-1139

69-1913

Figure 2

Electrode Mounted Using

Perforated Strap

NOTE: Part no. 71-1139 is
for use with stud bulb
type pilots

6-1662

Electrode

Mounting Bracket

The maximum operating temperature as taken by
thermocouples attached to the automatic pilot
must not be more than shown.

Grooves for C-Ring(s)

1450°F

Mercury Element

Figure 3

2

500°F

Avoid Bends at This Point