1. VR8345 Universal Electronic Ignition Gas Valve Training Module

2. 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

3. Types of Honeywell Gas Valves
Standing VR VR8200
Pilot
Intermittent VR VR8204
Direct VR VR8205
Burner Ign.
Millivoltage VS8510,20
Universal
VR8345
Honeywell VR8345 valves numbers: VR8345M4302, VR8345H4555 and VR8345Q4563.

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

5. 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 = 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
operation
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).

6. Valve Opening Characteristics
VR8345M
Opening type,
Temperature rating
Standard Slow Two Stage
M H Q
-40 F
-40 F
0 F
High
Standard open valve
Fast open
Reaches full rate in 1 or 2 seconds depending on capacity
Slow open valve
Takes about 4 or 5 seconds to get fully open
under max capacity may even take 9 or 10 seconds to get fully open
For service replace with slow open
Two stage
Thermostat stage one opens the valve to about ½ pressure
Thermostat stage two opens valve to full rated pressure
Low
Pressure
Time

7. VR8345 Product Features
Most of the installation considerations for this valve are well known to you.

8. 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

9. 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

10. 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

11. VR8345 Features Broad capacity range
30 to 415 cfh gas flow (natural) or 48K to 672K BTU’s (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

12. 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

13. Universal Installation Features
Most of the installation considerations for this valve are well known to you.

14. 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
If there isn’t room to swing the valve on the manifold in the normal manner, use the adapter flange.
Put it on the manifold
Bolt the valve to the flange

15. 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

16. Wiring of the VR8345 Easy access to wiring connections and adjustments
Follow installation instructions including wiring to thermostat and other controls as required.

17. Intermittent Pilot Ignition System
Wiring of the VR8345
Example #1 - Intermittent Pilot
S8610U
Intermittent Pilot Ignition System

18. Hot Surface Ignition System
Wiring of the VR8345
Example #2 – Hot Surface Ignition
S8910U
Hot Surface Ignition System

19. S87 Direct Spark Ignition system (single rod application)
Wiring of the VR8345
Example #3 – Direct Spark Ignition
S87 Direct Spark Ignition system
(single rod application)

20. Product Cross Reference

21. Product Cross Reference
Where do I find Honeywell gas valve cross reference and selection information?
Honeywell Application Selection and Cross
Reference Guide – Form
Honeywell Laminated Truck Visor – Form
Honeywell Gas Valve Counter Mat – Form
Honeywell Residential Technical Support:

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

23.
See Cross Reference Search box in right column.

24. VR8345 Universal Gas Valve Advantage
When promoting the VR8345 Universal Gas Valve keep these advantages in mind:
It’s 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.

25. VR8345 Universal Electronic Ignition Gas Valve Knowledge Test
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26. VR8345 Gas Valve Knowledge Test
Now that you completed this training module, take the short quiz to test your knowledge.

27. 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

28. 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

29. Answer Key T F