RM7838A
7800 SERIES Relay Modules
APPLICATION
The Honeywell RM7838A is a microprocessor-based
integrated on/off burner control for semi-automatically
fired gas, oil, or combination fuel single burner
applications. The RM7838A Relay Module is intended to
replace the Industrial R4138A,B,C and D Flame Safeguard
Primary Control, but does not include an override on
momentary power interruptions. The RM7838A System
consists of a relay module, keyboard display module,
subbase, amplifier and purge card. Options include Data
ControlBus Module™, remote display mounting, first-out
expanded annunciator and Modbus™ communications
capable.
This document covers the following modules:
RM7838A1014
RM7838A2014
Functions provided by the RM7838A include semi-
automatic on/off burner sequencing, flame supervision,
system status indication, system or self-diagnosis and
troubleshooting.
This document provides installation and static checkout
instructions. Other applicable publications are:
Form Number
32-00110
S7800A2142 4-line LCD Keyboard
Display Module Product Data
32-00160
Tester for 2000 Series Flame Relays
A7800A2010, (accommodates
grounding pin)
32-00166
204729A/C KDM NEMA4 Covers for
4-line LCD KDM
32-00235
R7824, R7847, R7848, R7849, R7851,
R7861, R7886 Flame Amplifiers for
the 7800 SERIES Product Data (for CE,
Modbus module S7810M1029 only)
65-0084
Q7800A,B 22-Terminal Wiring
Subbase Product Data.
65-0089
ST7800A,C Plug-In Purge Timer
Installation Instructions.
65-0090
S7800A 2-line VFD Keyboard Display
Module Product Data.
Description
SIL
3
Capable
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Form Number
65-0091
S7810A Data ControlBus Module™
Product Data.
65-0101
S7830 Expanded Annunciator Product
Data.
65-0131
221818A Extension Cable Assembly
Product Data.
65-0229
7800 Series Relay Modules Checkout
and Troubleshooting Product Data.
65-0295
50023821-001/2 NEMA4 Covers for
2-line Keyboard Display Module
SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical Ratings, see Table 3:
Voltage and Frequency: 120 Vac (+10/-15%), 50/60 Hz
(±10%).
Power Dissipation: 10W maximum.
Maximum Total Connected Load: 2000 VA.
Fusing Total Connected Load: 15A maximum, type SC
fast blow or equivalent.
Environmental Ratings:
Ambient Temperatures:
Operating: -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C).
Storage: -40°F to 150°F (-40°C to 66°C).
Humidity: 85% relative humidity continuous, noncon-
densing.
Vibration: 0.5G environment.
SIL 3 Capable:
SIL 3 Capable in a properly designed Safety Instrumented
System. See form number 65-0312-04 for Certificate
Agreement.
Approvals:
cULus Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Listed: File No.
MP268. ANSI/UL 60730-2-5 / CSA C22.2 No. 60730-
2-5 - Automatic Electrical Controls for Household and
Similar Use, Part 2-5: Particular Requirements for
Automatic Electrical Burner Control Systems
FM Factory Mutual Approved: Report No. 1V9A0.AF.
Swiss Re (formerly Industrial Risk Insurers): Acceptable.
FCC Federal Communications Commission: Part 15, Class
B, Emissions.
Description
32-00213-01