Troubleshooting – AERCO KC1000 Heater 2002 User Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING

7-3

KC1000 WATER HEATER TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE – Continued

FAULT INDICATION

PROBABLE CAUSES

CORRECTIVE ACTION

DELAYED

INTERLOCK OPEN

1. Delayed Interlock Jumper not

installed or removed.

2. Device proving switch hooked to

interlocks is not closed

1. Check for a jumper properly installed across the delayed

interlock terminals in the I/O box.

2. If there are 2 external wires on these terminals, check to see if

an end switch for a device such as a pump, louver, etc. is tied
these interlocks. Ensure that the device and or its end switch
are functional. (jumper may be temporarily installed to test
interlock)

DIRECT DRIVE

SIGNAL FAULT

1. Unit “Type” is improperly set up as

Boiler instead of Water Heater.

1. Check the “Unit Type” menu option in the Configuration Menu

to ensure that the Unit Type is set to Water Heater. Change
menu option if necessary.

FLAME LOSS

DURING IGN

1. Worn flame detector

2. No spark from Spark Plug

3. Defective Ignition Transformer

4. Defective Ignition/Stepper (IGST)

Board

5. Defective SSOV





6. Defective Differential Pressure

Regulator

7. Carbon or other debris on Burner


1. Remove and inspect the flame detector for signs of wear.

Replace if necessary.

2. Close the internal gas valve in the boiler. Install and arc a spark

ignitor outside the unit.

3. If there is no spark, check for 120VAC at the primary side to the

ignition transformer during the ignition cycle.

4. If 120VAC is not present, the IGST Board in the Control Box

may be defective. Refer fault to qualified service personnel.

5. While externally arcing the spark ignitor, observe the

open/close indicator in the Safety Shut-Off Valve to ensure it is
opening. If the valve does not open, check for 120VAC at the
valves input terminals. If 120VAC is not present, the IGST
board in the Control Box may be defective. Refer fault to
qualified service personnel.

6. Check gas pressure readings using a gauge or manometer into

and out of the Air/Fuel Valve to ensure gas is getting to the
burner.

7. Remove the burner and inspect for any carbon or debris. Clean

and reinstall

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