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Transformer with RWG Terminals. Sequence of Operation

HydroTech23
HydroTech23 Member Posts: 2
in Strictly Steam


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  • HydroTech23
    HydroTech23 Member Posts: 2
    This is an original American Standard Transformer that supplies voltage to the gas valve. I need to replace it but its so old I cant find it.
  • Steamhead
    Steamhead Member Posts: 17,378
    What is the secondary voltage and VA?
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  • EdTheHeaterMan
    EdTheHeaterMan Member Posts: 9,378
    edited April 3
    This is the replacement https://www.supplyhouse.com/Resideo-AT72D1683-Foot-Mounted-Plate-Mounted-or-Clamp-Mounted-120-Vac-Transformer-w-9-in-Lead-Wires-40VA
    Steamhead said:

    What is the secondary voltage and VA?

    A close look at the black cover shows 40VA

    Some assembly is required since this is a multi-mount universal transformer.

    Edward Young Retired

    After you make that expensive repair and you still have the same problem, What will you check next?

  • EdTheHeaterMan
    EdTheHeaterMan Member Posts: 9,378
    edited April 3
    Why did the transformer fail? Could be old age. OR there could be a failed section of wire insulation causing a dead short. If that is the case, you will be purchasing a second transformer if that short circuit is not corrected before connecting the new one.

    Try adding a fuse to the R terminal, then connect the red wire to the other side of the fuse. Like This
    I don't really sell these, Just get some fuses and wire connectors from the auto parts store.

    Edward Young Retired

    After you make that expensive repair and you still have the same problem, What will you check next?

  • 109A_5
    109A_5 Member Posts: 1,660
    Hello @HydroTech23,
    Looks like 24 VAC at 10 VA on the cover plate. So a transformer with the same secondary Voltage and the same VA rating or greater should work as long as there is no system defect that cause the original transformer to fail.





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  • Sylvain
    Sylvain Member Posts: 154
    for a 24V transformer, chose the fuse (on the low voltage side) with a rating lower or equal to I=VA/24.
  • EBEBRATT-Ed
    EBEBRATT-Ed Member Posts: 16,469
    Looks to me like with R<W & G the old one is a fan center with maybe a relay on the other side that is not being used.

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