NTI – MATRIX INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS VERSION DATE: 9-15-10 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................................ 3 2.0 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................................. 4 3.0 VENTING....................................................................................................
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 0.0 INTRODUCTION General Installation Requirements This document pertains to the correct installation and operation of NTI Matrix appliance, models numbers M100 and M100V. The instructions detailed in this document supersede any and all previous instructions provided by NTI, written or otherwise.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 1.0 SPECIFICATIONS Table 1.1 General Specifications Model CSA Input 1,2 (MBH) DOE Heating Capacity 1,3 (MBH) 136 136 Net I=B=R Rating 1,3 (MBH) 118 118 DOE AFUE 3 (%) Supply Plenum (inches) Return Plenum (inches) Airflow Heating (CFM) Airflow Cooling (CFM) Ventilation (CFM) Dimensions H-W-D (inches) Vent/Air 4 Size M100 25-150 95.1 22.5x18.5 18x18 400-1200 400-1600 53-28-38 3” M100V 25-150 95.1 22.5x18.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 2.0 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS The installation of your NY Thermal Matrix gas furnace/boiler must conform to the requirements of your local authority, and the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 and or CAN/CGA B149 Installation Codes. Where required by the Authority, the installation must conform to the standard for “Controls and Safety Devices for Automatically Fired Boilers ANSI/ASME CSD-1.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions ….Continued. (c)MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS – GAS EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM PROVIDED. When the manufacturer of Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas equipment provides a venting system design or venting system components with the equipment, the instructions provided by the manufacturer for installation of the equipment and the venting system shall include: 1. 2.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 3.0 VENTING The NY Thermal Matrix is a high efficiency condensing gas furnace/boiler utilizing induced power venting. Exhaust gases are to be vented directly outdoors, using the venting method detailed in this section. Under no conditions, may this unit vent gases into a masonry chimney, unless it is vacant, and utilizes Matrix approved venting material as illustrated in the figures in this section.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 3.1 Vent/Air-Intake Pipe Material Table 3.1 Acceptable Vent and Air-Intake Pipe Material Installation Standards Items 1 Materials 2, 3 Canada 4 United States PVC - DWV ANSI/ASTM D2265 All venting material in All plastic Vent materials Vent Pipe and installed on gas fired PVC Schedule 40 ANSI/ASTM D1785 Canada must be Fittings ULC S636 approved.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 3.2 Venting Configurations 3.2.1 Two-Pipe Vent Termination Figure 3.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 3.2.3 Roof Venting Exhaust Figure 3.4 Roof Venting Inlet Air 24” Roof weather seal Flashing (field supplied) 18” 12” Plus Snow Support (Field supplied) Inlet Air Exhaust IMPORTANT USE OF EXISTING CHIMNEY It is permissible to run vent pipe through an existing chimney as long as: 1. 2. 3. 4. The chimney is not to be used by any other appliance. Flue gases don’t enter the vacant chimney. Only Trinity certified venting materials are used, see Section 3.1.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 3.3 Venting Rules and Guidelines 1. It is highly recommended that the vent terminal be located where it will not be exposed to normal prevailing winds. 2. The exhaust must be a minimum of 18” above the air inlet, and the air inlet must always be a minimum of 12” plus snow allowance above any surface that will support snow. (Two feet plus snow allowance is highly recommended). Consult your weather office for the maximum typical snowfall for your region.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 3.4 Venting Clearances These are code restrictions for the location of the Flue gas vent terminal. Compliance doesn’t insure a satisfactory installation; good common sense must also be applied. The vent terminal shall not terminate: 1. Directly above a paved sidewalk or a paved driveway that is located between two buildings, and that serves both buildings; 2.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 3.6 Outdoor Venting Vent piping outside the building is permitted under the following conditions: o The maximum length outside the building is 20 feet. (Outdoor length must be included in the overall vent length calculation.) o All normal termination clearances are maintained. o All exterior exhaust vent pipes are insulated with 3.5”-ID, ½”thick, Closed Cell Foamed Polyolefin Tubing i.e., “Tundra Seal Plus” or equivalent.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 4.0 CONDENSATE DRAIN This unit produces water as a product of combustion. Much of this water condenses on the heat exchanger and in the venting system. All exhaust piping must be on a slope back to the boiler ¼” per linear foot of vent. Steps must be taken to ensure that condensate does not collect in the venting system. Condensate must be drained from the boiler into a household drain.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 5.0 INSTALLING GAS PIPING 5.1 Installation Refer to the current National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or CAN/CGA B149.1 installation codes, and local codes for gas piping requirements and sizing. Figure 5.1 Gas Inlet Connection It is highly recommended to use flexible gas pipe, the gas valve and blower cannot support the weight of piping.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions Figure 5.2 Setting Combustion Manifold Input Screw out The gas valve is equipped with a throttle/input adjustment screw. The input screw “MUST NEVER BE ADJUSTED” without verifying proper combustion with a calibrated combustion analyzer. Gas IN Air In Line Pressure CAUTION The Matrix is tested with Natural Gas having a heating value of 1020 BTU per cubic foot. For areas with lower heating values, a combustion test is required to obtain optimum operation.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 6.0 BOILER PLUMBING WARNING THIS APPLIANCE CONSISTS OF A “LOW-MASS” BOILER AND MUST HAVE ADEQUATE WATER FLOWING THROUGH IT WHENEVER THE BURNER IS ON. FAILURE TO DO THIS WILL DAMAGE THE UNIT AND VOID THE WARRANTY. PLUMBING MUST INCORPORATE A PRESSURE REGULATING FILL VALVE AND PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE. WARNING HYDRONIC SYSTEMS, OLD AND NEW, MUST BE FLUSHED TO REMOVE SEDIMENT, FLUX, FILINGS, ETC. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL SERIOUSLY DAMAGE THE BOILER, VOIDING WARRANTY.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 6.1 Plumbing (Minimum Requirements) Pressure Regulator “Fill Valve” (Supplied): The Matrix operates as a boiler to provide heat, thus it must be installed and operated as such. A 12-15 PSI pressure regulator is provided with the Matrix and must be field installed as per the installation instructions. Note: Local authorities may require the installation of a certified “back-flow preventer” immediately before the pressure regulator.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 6.2 Matrix Boiler Connections Figure 6.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions The Matrix provides heat to hydronic heating systems in two ways: 1. Hydronic Call (24 VAC @ H without a call for forced air heating) – A boiler demand is initialized by sending a ‘Hydronic Demand’. The boiler will then maintain a set point of ‘HYD’ (See Table 9.3). 2. Hydronic Shared Call (24 VAC @ H concurrent with a forced air call) – With this demand the forced air system is given priority.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 6.3.1(B) Multiple High Temperature Zones (Zone Valves) – Wiring w/ Zone Controller 6.3.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 6.3.2(A) Multiple High Temperature Zones (Zone Circulators) Zone #3 Zone #2 Zone #1 Check Valves Zone Circulators Air Separator NTI Make Up Water Backflow Preventer Pressure Reducing Valve Expansion Tank 6.3.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 6.3.3 Multiple Controlled-Temperature Zones (Tempering Valves) • Use wiring configuration in 6.3.2(B) Temp #2 Temp #3 Temp #1 Zone Circulators Tempering Valves M Air Separator H M M H C H C C NTI Make Up Water Backflow Preventer Pressure Reducing Valve Expansion Tank 6.3.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 6.3.4(B) Single Controlled-Temperature Zones (Injection System) – Wiring Tekmar 356 6.3.5 Multiple Controlled-Temperature Zones (Injection System) Low Temp.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 7.0 Domestic Hot Water System 7.1 DHW Description of Operation The Matrix heats domestic hot water on demand, indirectly, using a brazed plate heat exchanger. Using an internal flow meter, the Matrix recognizes a DHW demand when the DHW flow rate is greater then 0.4gpm.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions Cleaning: Brazed plate heat exchangers operate with high turbulence flow, even at low flow rates. This high turbulence keeps small particles in suspension minimizing fouling and scaling. However, in some applications the fouling tendency can be very high, e.g. when using extremely hard water at high temperatures. In such cases it is always possible to clean the exchanger by circulating a cleaning liquid.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions Procedure for Setting up Domestic Hot Water: If the Matrix is being installed in an application that uses municipal water, often the pressure is high enough to generate flow rates at the faucets that will exceed the appliances capacity to heat it. See the following table to determine what flow can be expected at various inlet and outlet water temperatures. Outlet Water (F) Table 7.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions Figure 7.1 DHW Piping (Tankless – On demand) Figure 7.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 8.0 WIRING 8.1 Field Wiring to Matrix All wiring must be in accordance with the Canadian Electrical code, CSA C22.2, and any applicable local codes. Ensure that the wiring is in accordance with this manual. The boiler must be electrically grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, or local codes, and/or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1. All connections to the Matrix are made at the terminal board provided.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions Figure 8.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions Table 8.1 Low Voltage Field Connections (See Figure 8.2) Terminal Description Plenum Sensor Plenum Temperature Sensor – Each Matrix is provided with a temperature sensor that is to be field installed in the supply plenum. When installed the Matrix Fan (blue) controller with display the plenum temperature and may provide additional features depending on the application.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 8.2 Matrix Factory Wiring Schematic 8.2.1 Boiler Control Wiring Consult diagram on unit for exact wire routing.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 8.2.2 Fan Control Wiring Consult diagram on unit for exact wire routing.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 9.0 CONTROL SETUP The Matrix used two devices to control the functions required by the Matrix. The Matrix Boiler Control (red face) controls and ensures the safe operation of the boiler functions of the Matrix much the same as the Sentry 2100 does in the Trinity products. The Matrix Fan Control (blue face) controls all of the operation and safety functions related to air handling and hot water dispatching.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 9.2 Operation and Set-up The Matrix employs a pneumatic modulation system. This modulation system increases or decreases the velocity of the combustion blower, to meet the demand for heating. The gas valve senses this change in blower pressure and introduces the required amount of gas to ensure correct combustion.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions Table 9.4 Matrix Boiler Control Programming Menu Level Main Value Description Typical Settings Program Mode - When Run is displayed controller is in ‘Prog’ mode.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 9.3 Outdoor Sensor Operation The outdoor sensor is connected to the terminal board on the left side of the matrix. The two terminals are labeled ‘OUTDOOR SENSOR’. When the Outdoor sensor is not used, or the outdoor temperature is below 0°F, the Matrix operates at a boiler water temperature equal to the HYD or HI setpoint during a call for Hydronic or Emergency Heat respectively.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 10.0 MATRIX BLOWER OPERATION 10.1 Forced Air Heating The Matrix forced-air heating module is a step-modulated system, which provides varying heat output rates by adjusting air flow and water temperature through a fan coil. Table 10.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions Call for Heat (24VAC @ W1): Normal Thermostat call, Matrix operates as a step-modulating furnace as described above. If HRV set to ‘ON’, HRV will operate at the low (continuous) ventilation rate. Call for Auxiliary Heat (24 VAC @ W2): When calling, furnace will provide heat at a stage 10 output rate. With a call for auxiliary heating the Matrix will function as a single stage, full fire appliance.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 11.0 HEAT RECOVERY VENTILATION 11.1 Ventilation Needs With the evolution toward more energy efficient, tighter homes, air quality problems have increased. With less natural ventilation pollutants such as pet dander, humidity, tobacco smoke and wood ash now become trapped inside the home. Mechanical ventilation is the process of exhausting the polluted air from the space and replacing it with fresh air from outside.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 11.2 Types of Installation There are two basic methods of installing the ventilator in the Matrix: Exhaust at the source. Stale air is drawn from the kitchen and bathrooms. External Ducting to be 6” insulated with Vapor Barrier Warm Air Supply 6’-0” min Cold Air Return 18” min Stale Air From Kitchen and Bathroom Exhaust from the return (Simplified System). Stale air is drawn from the return plenum.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions IMPORTANT When using the Simplified System method, exhaust connection to the return must be 4’ from where the return connects to the Matrix. IMPORTANT All main HRV ductwork to be 6” round. Exterior connections are to be insulated and include a vapor barrier. 11.3 Damper Box Included in the installation kit is a damper box. This damper box eliminates the infiltration of cold outside air when the HRV is off or in defrost mode.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 11.5 HRV Balancing The HRV must be balance properly in order to operate at maximum efficiency and avoid problems. The balancing process ensures the volume of fresh air from outside is equal to the amount of stale air being expelled from the home over all air handler conditions. A variation of 10% is acceptable with the greater volume being stale air drawn from the home. The Matrix uses motor speed to balance airflows.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions Stale Exhaust Figure 11.1 Sample Balancing Setup Fresh Supply 6” Flow Measurement Station, Averaging Pitot Tube, or Pitot TransferTube Magnehelic (0-.25 inwg) or Digital Manometer Table 11.1 HRV Balancing Table Menu Item EOH SOH EOL SOL ECH SCH ECL SCL Description HRV Exhaust at Override (high ventilation) rate, balanced during High air circulation rate (800/1000/1200CFM).
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 12.0 LIGHTING BOILER Before Start-up refer to Mandatory Pre-commissioning Procedure for Plastic Venting in Section 3.0. Failure to follow these instructions can result in explosions, injury or death. Prior to turning the gas supply on and lighting the appliance, ensure all aspects of the installation are complete and in conformance with the instructions provided in this manual, including the Vent/AirIntake, Condensate Drain, and System Water Piping.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions The initial lighting of the appliance must be performed by a licensed Gas Technician. Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, serious injury or death. • • • Ensure the appliance is wired in accordance with this manual. Ensure the gas shut-off valve is turned on, and that the gas system has been fully tested for leaks. Ensure the system is completely filled with water, and that ALL the air is purged out.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 13.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING This section is intended to assist the service technician in detecting and correcting common errors. The Matrix Boiler and Fan Controls are equipped with an internal diagnostic system that verifies control operation. The following series of error codes has been developed to aid in diagnosing control problems: Symptom Detected Problem Solution 1.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions Symptom Detected Problem AL1 Communication Error with HRV AL2 Plenum Temperature Limit of 160ºF Exceeded Solution 1. 2. 3. 1. 2. 3. Fenwal Fan Controller (Blue Face) 1. AL5 “DHW Time-Out” The Control has locked out DHW due to the demand lasting longer than 2.5 hours. AL7 ‘Boiler Control Error’ Fan controller has failed to receive run status from Boiler Control. AL8 (& Blower Off) ‘Furnace Blower Error’ Blower has failed to meet a minimum speed.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions Symptom Detected Problem Solution 1. Boiler will not stay lit. Indicates lack of a flame signal. In order to stay running the flame signal must be at least 0.7 µAmps 2. 3. 1. Boiler bangs or hisses Bangs or sounds like a kettle while burner is running indicates insufficient flow 2. General 3. 1. 2. Boiler Lights rough or pulsates 3. Typically an imbalance in the Air to gas ratio 4.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions Figure 13.1 M atrix Thermistor Resistance Chart 1 Mohm Water Probe (Low Temp.) Resistance (Mega Ohms) 2.25 2 1.75 1.5 1.25 1 0.75 0.5 0.25 0 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 Water Tem perature ( oF) Figure 13.2 M atrix Thermistor Resistance Chart 1 Mohm Water Probe (Hi Temp.) Resistance (Kilo Ohms) 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 160 170 180 190 200 210 220 230 o Water Tem perature ( F) Figure 13.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 14.0 SEQUENCE OF OPERATION Figure 14.1 Matrix Boiler Control Sequence Of Operation 120v Power Applied Displays version b1.0 Furnace Control closes T-C circuit. Boiler in standby mode Awaiting Input From Furnace Control at Contacts A-C-T Furnace Control closes A-C circuit. Furnace Control closes A-C and T-C circuit.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 15.0 INSTALLATION CHECKLIST Installation 1. If operating on Propane Gas, convert appliance using kit number 82650-1. 2. Install the Vent/Air-Intake piping in accordance with Sections 3.0 this manual. Ensure all joints are secured and cemented properly. Both the Vent and Air-Intake pipes must terminate outdoors. Perform the Mandatory Pre-commissioning Procedure for Plastic Venting in Section 3.1. 3. Connect the condensate drain in accordance with Section 4.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 16.0 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION This unit must be inspected at the beginning of every heating season by a Qualified Technician. Annual Inspection Checklist 1. Lighting is smooth and consistent, and the combustion fan is noise & vibration free. 2. The condensate freely flows from the unit, and is cleaned of sediment. 3. Relief Valve and air vents are not weeping. 4. Low water cut off is flushed (if applicable) 5. Examine all venting for evidence of leaks.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions Refractory Ceramic Fibers (RFC) Personal Protective Equipment Recommended - Read the following warnings and handling instructions carefully before commencing any service work in the combustion chamber. The insulating material on the inside of the burner door and at the back of the combustion chamber contain Refractory Ceramic Fibers and should not be handled without personal protective equipment.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 16.2 HRV/Air Handler Maintenance WARNING ALWAYS REMOVE POWER (120V) TO THE UNIT PRIOR TO SERVICING. Once every three months. Replace furnace filter. May be required more frequently in beginning, especially if new construction. The Matrix HRV module is relatively maintenance free but does require routine cleaning. Table 14 describes the necessary maintenance. Table 16.
Matrix Installation and Operation Instructions 17.0 PARTS LIST Replacement parts are available from your stocking wholesaler. Homeowners must contact their local Installer or Wholesaler. Installers or Wholesalers may contact NY Thermal Inc. for assistance at 506-657-6000. No. P.N. Description 1 82657 Premix burner, 135.
