Operating information – Lochinvar KNIGHT XL 801 User Manual
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Operating information
Ramp delay
For systems with lower fl ow, the SMART SYSTEM can 
limit the fi ring rate (when enabled) when a space heating 
call for heat starts, or when switching from a DHW call for 
heat to a space heating call for heat. There are six (6) limits 
that can be programmed, as well as six (6) time intervals 
corresponding to each limit. The sixth limit will also limit 
the fi ring rate for the rest of the call for heat.
Gradient limiting
If during operation of the boiler the outlet water temperature 
is rising too quickly, the control will reduce the fi ring rate 
to its lowest setting.
Outdoor air reset
If an outdoor air sensor is connected, the control module 
will calculate the set points of the three (3) space heating 
demands based on the programmed reset curves. The 
installer can change the slope of the reset curves by several 
adjustable parameters. The user can limit the maximum 
set point for the system using the space heating set points.
Boost function
If outdoor air reset is active, and any space heating 
demand has been active continuously for a set period of 
time (time adjustable by installer) and there has been no 
DHW demands, the control will increase the set point of 
that demand by a fi xed number of degrees (adjustable by 
installer). This process will continue until the space heating 
demand ends, the set point reaches the programmed set 
point or a maximum of 20 increases has occurred. Once the 
system heat demand is satisfi ed, the set point will revert to 
the value determined by the reset curve.
Night setback
The controller may be programmed to reduce the space 
heating and DHW set points during certain times each week. 
Seven different start and stop times may be programmed 
for the space heating setback and seven start and stop times 
for the DHW setback.
Flame current support
To prevent nuisance shutdowns when the boiler is fi ring 
at minimum rates, the control will increase the fi ring rate 
when the fl ame signal drops too low.
Protection features
Outlet temperature, fl ue temperature, and temperature 
rise limiting
The outlet temperature is monitored by the boiler outlet 
temperature sensor. When the outlet temperature exceeds 
185°F, the unit will reduce the fan speed. If the outlet water 
temperature exceeds 195°F (90°C) the control will shut the unit 
down until it cools off.
The control module monitors the fl ue temperature by a sensor 
located in the fl ue exhaust. If the fl ue temperature exceeds 
215°F (102°C) the control will reduce the maximum fan speed. 
If the fl ue temperature exceeds 240°F (115°C) the control will 
shut the unit down. The unit will restart automatically once the 
fl ue temperature drops 25°F (-4°C) and the minimum off time 
has expired.
The control monitors the temperature difference between 
the inlet and the outlet sensor. If this difference exceeds 55°F 
(13°C) the control will reduce the maximum fan speed. If the 
temperature difference exceeds 60°F (15°C) the control will 
shut the unit down. The unit will restart automatically once the 
temperature difference has dropped below 55°F (13°C) and the 
minimum off time has expired.
Freeze protection
DO NOT install the boiler in a room likely to freeze.
The following integral feature of the SMART SYSTEM control 
module provides some protection for the boiler only -- not for 
the system.
• The SMART SYSTEM control module provides 
 
freeze-up protection as follows when the boiler
water temperature drops below 45°F (7°C):
• Below 45°F (7°C), the boiler and system pumps 
 
operate constantly.
•
Below 37°F (3°C), the boiler turns on.
• Boiler and pumps turn off if boiler water
temperature rises above 45°F (7°C).
•
Lower temperatures may be programmed for systems
with anti-freeze solutions.
This feature of the SMART SYSTEM 
control module does not eliminate the 
possibility of freezing. The installation must 
still use recognized design, installation and 
maintenance practice to prevent freeze 
potential for the boiler and system.
ƽ CAUTION
NOTICE
When system return temperatures 
are maintained below the dew point, 
condensation will form on the inside of the 
boiler jacket causing some internal sheet 
metal components to rust.
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