VR8345 Universal Electronic Ignition Gas Valve Training Module

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VR8345Universal Electronic Ignition Gas
ValveTraining Module
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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

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Types of Honeywell Gas Valves
Standing VR8300 VR8200 Pilot Intermittent
VR8304 VR8204 Pilot Direct
VR8305 VR8205 Burner Ign. Millivoltage
VS8510,20
Universal VR8345
Honeywell VR8345 valves numbers VR8345M4302,
VR8345H4555 and VR8345Q4563.
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Honeywell Gas Valve Nomenclature

• Gas valve nomenclature is defined by a
  combination of numbers and letters.
• Valve Type
• Opening Characteristic
• Voltage
• Size of Valve

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Honeywell Gas Valve Nomenclature
VR8345M4302

• Opening Characteristic
• A, M Standard
• C, P Step Open
• H, K Slow Open
• J Delay Slow
• R Convertible
• K, M P - 40 rating
• Q 2 stage

Type of Valve V Single seated valve VR Dual
seated valve VS Millivoltage valve SV
SmartValve
Voltage 4 Line voltage 5 Mechanical operatio
n 8 Low voltage
Size of Valve
For each family Higher number larger valve
The VR8345 is available in three valve openings
VR8345M4302 (standard) VR8345H4555 (slow) and
VR8345Q4563 (two stage).
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Valve Opening Characteristics
Opening type, Temperature rating
VR8345M
Standard Slow Two Stage M H Q
-40 F
0 F
-40 F
High
Low
Pressure
Time
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VR8345 Product Features
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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
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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

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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

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VR8345 Features

• Broad capacity range
• 30 to 415 cfh gas flow (natural) or 48K to 672K
  BTUs (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

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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

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Universal Installation Features
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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

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Installing VR8345 (DSI, HSI or IP)
Works with ANY Intermittent Pilot or Direct
Ignition (direct spark or hot surface)
Application.
OR
Intermittent Pilot Ignition (IP) 1. Remove plug
from pilot outlet 2. Connect pilot gas
tube 3. Use three terminals on valve for
connections to module
Direct Burner Ignition (DSI or HSI) 1. Leave plug
in pilot outlet 2. Plug electrical adapter into
terminal block
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Wiring of the VR8345
Easy access to wiring connections and adjustments

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

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Wiring of the VR8345

• Example 1 - Intermittent Pilot

S8610U Intermittent Pilot Ignition System
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Wiring of the VR8345

• Example 2 Hot Surface Ignition

S8910U Hot Surface Ignition System
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Wiring of the VR8345

• Example 3 Direct Spark Ignition

S87 Direct Spark Ignition system (single rod
application)
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Product Cross Reference
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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

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Product Cross Reference Guide
Forms 63-9575 and 63-9581 information also
found in product installation sheets.
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www.customer.honeywell.com

• See Cross Reference Search box in right column.

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VR8345 Universal Gas Valve Advantage

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

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VR8345 Universal Electronic Ignition Gas Valve
Knowledge Test
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VR8345 Gas Valve Knowledge Test

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

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Test

• The VR8345 replaces Intermittent Pilot and Direct
  Burner Ignition Applications? T or F
• The first number in the gas valve nomenclature
  VR8 identifies the voltage? T or F
• The VR8345M is a dual seated, low voltage, slow
  opening valve? T or F
• The VR8345 is available in 3 valve opening types
  standard, slow and two stage? T or F
• The VR8345 is suitable for natural or LP gas?
  T or F
• In order to convert from natural to LP gas, a
  separate converter kit must be purchased? T or F

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Test

• 7. The VR8345 includes an adapter for tight fit
  applications and this adapter can be used on ANY
  Honeywell valve? T or F
• In a Direct Burner Ignition application you
  REMOVE the pilot plug? T or F
• 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

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Answer Key

• T
• T
• F
• T
• T
• F
• T
• F
• T
• T