vr8345 universal electronic ignition gas valve training module

VR8345Universal Electronic Ignition

Gas ValveTraining Module

2 HONEYWELL - CONFIDENTIAL File Number

What you will learn

• Gas Valve Families and Nomenclature• VR8345 Features and Benefits• Universal Product Installation Features• Product Cross Reference – finding the correct cross reference

• VR8345 Gas Valve Advantage


Standing VR8300 VR8200Pilot

Intermittent VR8304 VR8204Pilot

Direct VR8305 VR8205Burner Ign.

Millivoltage VS8510,20

Types of Honeywell Gas Valves

Universal VR8345

Honeywell VR8345 valves numbers: VR8345M4302, VR8345H4555 and VR8345Q4563.


Honeywell Gas Valve Nomenclature

• Gas valve nomenclature is defined by a combination of numbers and letters.

-Valve Type

-Opening Characteristic

-Voltage

-Size of Valve


Honeywell Gas Valve Nomenclature

Opening CharacteristicA, M = StandardC, P = Step OpenH, K = Slow OpenJ = Delay & SlowR = ConvertibleK, M & P = - 40 ratingQ = 2 stage

VR8345M4302

Type of ValveV = Single seated valveVR = Dual seated valveVS = Millivoltage valveSV = SmartValve™

For each family:Higher number = larger valve

Size of ValveVoltage4 = Line voltage5 = Mechanical

operation8 = Low voltage

The VR8345 is available in three valve openings – VR8345M4302 (standard) VR8345H4555 (slow) and VR8345Q4563 (two stage).


Valve Opening Characteristics

Standard Slow Two Stage

M H Q

Pre

ssu

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Time

VR8345M Opening type,Temperature rating

-40 F-40 F

0 F

Low

High

VR8345 Product Features


VR8345 Universal Gas Valve Applications

• The Universal Gas Valve for gas fired furnaces, boilers & pool heaters

- Works with ANY Intermittent Pilot or Direct Ignition (direct spark

or hot surface) Application

Always have the right valve!

Universal valve part numbers: VR8345M4302

VR8345H4555

VR8345Q4563


VR8345 Universal Gas Valve

• Why choose the Honeywell VR8345?

Universal Application

•Replaces 30+ Honeywell models & 30+ third party valves

•40M plus installed valves in the market are replaceable by the VR8345

Reduce inventory on the shelf and in the truck

•Save time and reduce callbacks by stocking the VR8345 universal valve

Easy Installation and Adjustments

• Installation, set up and adjustments are simple with the available universal features


Why choose the Honeywell VR8345..continued

Compact Design

•This valve adapts to the tightest applications

Proven Honeywell Brand

•Excellent Track Record for Quality & Reliability

Complete cross reference information

•Multiple resources to reference makes the right choice simple


VR8345 Features

- Broad capacity range 30 to 415 cfh gas flow (natural) or 48K to 672K BTU’s (LP)

• Suitable for virtually all appliances

- Valve Opening Characteristics Available in Standard, Slow and 2-Stage

- Use with gas types Natural, Manufactured or LP Gas

• Internal inlet screen blocks contaminants in gas line from entering valve

- LP Conversion Kits & Adapter bushings included Simple conversion eliminates the need for another valve or

purchasing a separate kit.

- Compact fit and multi-poise mounting

Four-inch swing radius allows easy rotation inside the tightest

furnace spaces – no need to adapt pipe or remove burner


VR8345 Features

- Easy installation

All adjustments and wiring connections accessible from

the top of the control

Includes manual valve, 2 automatic operators, pressure

regulator, pilot adjustment, pilot plug and ignition adapter

Clearly marked, keyed terminal block allows quick

attachment of wires and IP/DSI/HSI jumper

Universal Installation Features


Compact Fit and Multi-Poise Mounting

• Adapter available for tight places• Adapter flange

- Thread on manifold

- Bolt to valve

• Eliminates the need to remove the manifold in many cases

• Works on any Honeywell valve


Installing VR8345 (DSI, HSI or IP)

Direct Burner Ignition (DSI or HSI)1. Leave plug in pilot outlet2. Plug electrical adapter into terminal

block

Intermittent Pilot Ignition (IP)1. Remove plug from pilot outlet2. Connect pilot gas tube3. Use three terminals on valve for

connections to module

OR

Works with ANY Intermittent Pilot or Direct Ignition

(direct spark or hot surface) Application.


Wiring of the VR8345

• Follow installation instructions including wiring to thermostat and other controls as required.

Easy access to wiring connections and adjustments



Example #1 - Intermittent Pilot

S8610U

Intermittent Pilot Ignition

System



S8910U

Hot Surface Ignition System

Example #2 – Hot Surface Ignition



S87 Direct Spark Ignition system

(single rod application)

Example #3 – Direct Spark Ignition

Product Cross Reference


Product Cross Reference

• Where do I find Honeywell gas valve cross reference and selection information?

- www.customer.honeywell.com

- Honeywell Application Selection and Cross

Reference Guide – Form 63-9575

- Honeywell Laminated Truck Visor – Form 63-9581

- Honeywell Gas Valve Counter Mat – Form 63-9580

- Honeywell Residential Technical Support: 1-800-468-1502


Product Cross Reference Guide

Forms 63-9575 and 63-9581 – information also found in product installation sheets.


www.customer.honeywell.com

• See Cross Reference Search box in right column.


VR8345 Universal Gas Valve Advantage

• When promoting the VR8345 Universal Gas Valve keep these advantages in mind:

It’s truly universal and works with ANY Intermittent Pilot or Direct Ignition (direct spark or hot surface) Application and replaces many Honeywell and competitors valves.

Inventory on the shelf and in the truck is reduced – always have the right part and save money with less inventory.

Easy installation and adjustments saves time and minimizes callbacks.

The compact design makes this valve the right choice to adapt to the tightest spaces.

Proven Honeywell brand for quality and reliability results in satisfied customers, improving your bottom line.

VR8345 Universal Electronic Ignition

Gas Valve Knowledge Test


• Now that you completed this training module, take the short quiz to test your knowledge.

VR8345 Gas Valve Knowledge Test


Test

1. The VR8345 replaces Intermittent Pilot and Direct Burner Ignition Applications? T or F

2. The first number in the gas valve nomenclature VR8 identifies the voltage? T or F

3. The VR8345M is a dual seated, low voltage, slow opening valve? T or F

4. The VR8345 is available in 3 valve opening types: standard, slow and two stage? T or F

5. The VR8345 is suitable for natural or LP gas? T or F

6. In order to convert from natural to LP gas, a separate converter kit must be purchased? T or F


Test

7. The VR8345 includes an adapter for tight fit applications and this adapter can be used on ANY Honeywell valve? T or F

8. In a Direct Burner Ignition application you REMOVE the pilot plug? T or F

9. The Honeywell VR8345 replaces over 30 Honeywell valves, as well as numerous White Rodgers and Robertshaw valves? T or F

10. A universal gas valve is intended to reduce inventory, minimize customer callbacks, save time and money on installation and improve your bottom line? T or F


Answer Key

1. T2. T3. F4. T5. T6. F7. T8. F9. T10.T

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