1. S8610U3009 Universal Electronic Ignition Modules Training Module (plus Universal Retrofit Kits Y8610U4001 and Y8610U6006)

2. What you will learn Ignition Types S8610U3009
Features and Benefits
Installation and Set Up
Troubleshooting
S8610U Advantage
Y8610U Retrofit Ignition Kit Overview
Product Cross Reference Information

3. Ignition Sources There are 3 different ways a burner can be ignited:
1) Standing Pilot Ignition
2) Intermittent Pilot Ignition
Intermittent Pilot - S8610U
3) Direct Burner Ignition
Hot Surface Ignition – S8910U
Direct Spark Ignition – S87

4. S8610U3009

5. Universal Intermittent Pilot Module
What is the S8610U3009?
Provides electronic control of intermittent pilot ignition systems used on gas fired furnaces, boilers, and other heating appliances
It’s the brain of the ignition system
Receives call for heat signal from the thermostat
Starts the spark ignition
Opens the pilot valve
Senses to see if the pilot is lit
Opens the main burner
Shuts things down at the end of the call for heat
Monitors damper as opened or closed, if damper is attached
One Part Number:
S8610U3009

6. Normal Operation of an Intermittent Ignition Module
Call for Heat On
Off
Valve On
Pilot Lights
Prove Pilot
Burner Lights
Valve On
End Call for Heat
Main
Burner
Pilot
Ignition
On a call for heat, both the Pilot valve and the Ignition come on together.
Once the pilot is proved, the Ignition shuts off and the Main burner opens and remains open throughout the call for heat.
When the call for heat ends, both the Main burner and Pilot shut off together.

7. S8610U Features Universal Compatibility Application Flexibility
Replaces more than 400 Honeywell and competitive models
Application Flexibility
Works in single-rod and dual-rod applications
Works with both natural and LP gas
Quality Honeywell Control
Provides electronic control for nearly any intermittent pilot ignition systems used on gas-fired furnaces, boilers and more
Suitable for use with vent dampers
Provides the ignition sequence, flame monitoring and 100% safety shutoff
Enhanced Features
Single LED indicates flame strength and gives diagnostic information
Direct flame signal readout form the board
Simplified error codes on label

8. The Benefits Benefit Feature Allows for more options in the field:
0 or 30 second prepurge and
15 or 90 second trial for ignition
Assures selected sequence is retained permanently
Green LED indicates status, error codes and pilot flame strength
If senses use with a vent damper it locks the control, so damper must be used
Provides 100% shutoff for both Natural and LP applications
Feature
Field selectable operating sequence can be customized
Control locks to selected sequence on 20th “call for heat”
LED communicates system status
Integral damper connector
Continuous retry ignition sequence

9. Additional benefits Feature Benefit
Single-rod or dual-rod flame sensor
Terminal-to-terminal wiring instructions
Flame sense terminal 3/16” male QC (virtually all 2-rod systems sold have the sense terminal as 3/16” QC)
Spark cable adapter
2.0 A main valve load rating
Benefit
Works in more applications
Reduces wiring errors
Prevents possible mis-wire of spark sense and potential for abnormal appliance light-off
Includes adapter for rajah and nail type cable on existing systems; Simplified use
Broader application; Fits more jobs

10. Ignition Sequences when a pilot fails to light
Call for Heat
Lockout
Continuous
Retry
Non- Lockout
Valve & Ignition On
Valve & Ignition Off
or...
5 Min Off
90 Sec Trial
Trial Period
Shuts off and does not retry
Does not shut off, could be a safety issue
S8610U - Continuous retry with 100% safety shutoff between trials

11. S8610U Control Layout SPARK MV TH-W (OPT.) REMOTE SENSE MV/PV
24V (OPT.) PV
SENSE JUMPER WIRE
24 GND
BRN/GND
CUSTOMIZE OPERATING SEQUENCE
P1 VENT DAMPER CONNECTOR
FLAME CURRENT MEASUREMENT PORTS
STATUS LED

12. Installation

13. Installation of the S8610U Mount new ignition module Wire the module
Do not mount with terminals facing up
protect the module from exposure to water, moisture, corrosive chemicals and excessive dust and grease.
Wire the module
Wire the module per the installation instructions
Verify the thermostat anticipator setting

14. Wiring continued
For systems with a vent damper connect the damper to P1
Once the vent damper connection is made, the control must be used with a vent damper.

15. Use With 1-Electrode Pilot
S8610U CONTINUOUS RE-TRY
24V, 60 Hz; PV = 1A Max.; MV = 2A Max.
! WARNING MV
MV/PV PV
GND
24V
TH-W
If module has been used with
vent damper, it will only work
with damper connected.
Honeywell
STATUS S1 ON
SPARK
SENSE
DAMPER
90 Sec. Trial for Ignition
0 Sec. Prepurge
To wire this up, one wire runs from the Igniter to the module SPARK terminal. The black jumper connected to the SENSE terminal remains connected
Jumper
remains on
SENSE

16. OR Use With 2-Electrode Pilot
On a two rod application, there will be two wires running from the pilot to the module. The high voltage wire to SPARK and the flame sensor wire to SENSE MV
MV/PV PV
GND
24V
TH-W
! WARNING
Honeywell
DAMPER
S8610U CONTINUOUS RE-TRY
24V, 60 Hz; PV = 1A Max.; MV = 2A Max.
If module has been used with
vent damper, it will only work
with damper connected.
90 Sec. Trial for Ignition
0 Sec. Prepurge
STATUS
Unplug jumper
and cut off wire ON S1
SPARK
SENSE
Spark Wire
Sense Wire

17. Set Up

18. Set Up the S8610U Review the module installation and set up for use
Visually inspect, safety check, and review operating sequence per installation instructions
Customize the operating sequence based on the specifications of the originally installed control

19. Customize Operating Sequence
Set the dip switches per the application.
Prepurge Trials for Ignition Sw 1 Sw 2
None 90 Seconds OFF OFF
30 Seconds 90 Seconds ON OFF
None 15 Seconds Off ON
30 Seconds 15 Seconds ON ON

20. Troubleshooting

21. Troubleshooting of the S8610U
Flame signal is not getting back to the module
This is a common problem
Probable causes
Bad wiring in the flame detection circuit
Pilot not burning properly
Flame sensor damaged/corroded
Cracked/contaminated ceramic

22. LED status and flame strength
Green LED status codes
Indicates status, error codes and
flame strength

23. Status LED Green Status LED Codes OFF No “call for heat”
Flash fast Power up – internal check
Heartbeat Normal startup – ignition started
2 5 min. retry delay
3 Recycle
4 Flame out of sequence
5 Damper error
6 Control internal error
7 Flame rod shorted to ground
8 Low voltage
4-second solid on followed by “x” 1-second flashes indicates flame current

24. Flame current measurement
Pilot flame current can be measured using a standard micro-ammeter

25. Universal IP Retrofit Ignition System Kits Y8610U

26. Universal IP Retrofit Ignition System Kit
What is the Y8610U?
Complete kit converting conventional standing pilot systems to intermittent pilot systems.
Use with 24 Vac gas-fired atmospheric furnaces, boilers and heating appliances
Natural or LP gas (includes LP conversion kit)
Reintroduced in 2007 to include the new S8610U3009

27. Y8610U6006 Features
The Y8610U6006 (replaced Y8610U3003) Ignition System Kit includes:
S8610U3009 Intermittent Pilot Ignition Module
VR8304M3558 Gas Valve - ¾” x ¾”
Harness Assembly, Ignition Cable Assembly, Mounting Kit, Ignitor, L.P. Conversion Kit, Pipe Bushing or Fitting and ¾” Straight Flange
Y8610U6006 FEATURES :
Continuous Retry Ignition Sequence
LP or Natural Gas
Valve Capacity – 270K BTUH
¾” to ½” Bushings
LP Kit

28. Y8610U4001 Features Y8610U4001 (replaced Y8610F5003) includes:
S8610U3009 Intermittent Pilot Gas Burner Control
VR8204A2142 Gas Valve – ½” X ½”
Harness Assembly, Ignition Cable Assembly, Mounting Kit, Igniter Kit, L.P. Conversion Kit, and ¾” Straight Flange
Y8610U4001 FEATURES :
Continuous Retry Ignition Sequence
LP or Natural Gas
Valve Capacity – 150K BTUH
LP Kit

29. Product Cross Reference

30. Product Cross Reference
Where do I find Honeywell electronic ignition cross reference and selection information?
Honeywell Application Selection and Cross
Reference Guide – Form
Honeywell Laminated Truck Visor – Form G
S8610U Technicians Quick Reference Guide – Form
Honeywell Residential Technical Support: G

31. Product Cross Reference Guide
Forms and G – information also found in product installation sheets.

32.
See Cross Reference Search box in right column.

33. The S8610U Advantage
When promoting the S8610U keep these advantages in mind:
The S8610U replaces over 400 Honeywell and competitor’s ignition modules, reducing inventory and callbacks.
Easy Installation saves the contractor valuable time and resources.
Field-selectable pre-purge and ignition timings make the S8610U a Universal replacement
The S8610 is application flexible and can be used with single rod or dual rod systems, and natural or LP gas.
The diagnostic LED and flame signal indicator make troubleshooting simple, solving the problem quickly and satisfying the customer.

34. S8610U Universal Electronic Ignition Knowledge Test

35. Universal Electronic Ignition Knowledge Test
Now that you completed this training module, take the short quiz to test your knowledge.

36. Test The S8610U3009 is an intermittent pilot ignition module? T or F
The S8610U is application flexible and work with single or dual rod systems? T or F
On the S8610U once the controls senses a vent damper, the control can be used without a vent damper? T or F
The operating sequence on the S8610U is customized by setting dip switches on the device? T or F
A new feature on the S8610U includes a separate LED flame signal indicator? T or F

37. Test
The S8610U has continuous retry and 100% safety shut off between cycles? T or F
The S8610U works with only natural gas? T or F
Flame strength readings can be taken directly from the board with a standard micro-ammeter? T or F
The Y8610U kits convert applications from standing pilot to hot surface ignition? T or F
The Honeywell S8610U replaces over four hundred Honeywell and competitive ignition modules? T or F

38. Answer Key T F