FRS 7../6 NPT Threaded and FRS 5...

ISO Flanged
Gas Appliance Pressure Regulator/Line Pressure Regulator (Class I)
Installation Instructions
SPECIFICATIONS
FRS The FRS series pressure regulator is a spring-loaded pressure regulator with adjustable setpoint spring and an
internal sensor for regulating output pressure.
Body sizes Size Maximum pressure drop and gas velocity
FRS 705/6 1/2” NPT The maximum pressure drop is limited by the velocity of
FRS 707/6 3/4” NPT the gas. Do not exceed a gas velocity of 30 meters/s.
FRS 710/6 1” NPT Ambient / Fluid Temperature
FRS 712/6 1 1/4” NPT FRS 7../6 series:
FRS 715/6 1 1/2” NPT • +5 °F to +160 °F for up to 10 PSI for regulating behavior
FRS 720/6 2” NPT (+/-10% of setpoint).
FRS 725/6 2 1/2” NPT • -40 °F to +160 °F: Diaphragms are suitable for the low
FRS 730/6 3” NPT temperature, but there may be out of range regulating
FRS 5040 1 1/2” DN (ISO) Flanged behavior.
FRS 5050 2” DN (ISO) Flanged • CSA Certified for -40 °F to +160 °F.
FRS 5065 2 1/2” DN (ISO) Flanged FRS 5... Flanges series:
FRS 5080 3” DN (ISO) Flanged • +5 °F to +150 °F (-15 °C to +70 °C) for up to 7 PSI.
FRS 5100 4” DN (ISO) Flanged Mounting Position
FRS 5125 5” DN (ISO) Flanged Regulator dome vertically upright
FRS 5150 6” DN (ISO) Flanged or lying horizontally.
Gases Vent Limiter and Vent Line Connection
Natural gas, propane, butane, air and other inert gases. Vent line connection is G 1/4 thread in accordance to ISO
Maximum Operating Pressure 228. An NPT adapter is available. A vent limiter is factory
• 10 PSI (700 mbar) for FRS 7../6 series. installed on all FRS‘s.
• 7 PSI (700 mbar) for FRS 5...Flanged series. Droop and Hysteresis
• 5 PSI (350mbar) applies to the CSA Certification for FRS Hysteresis/repeatability is less than 10% for up to 7 PSI
7../6 and for FRS 5...Flanged series. inlet. Average droop at 20:1 turndown is 10% for up
Output pressure range to 7 PSI.
Adjustable with different springs. 1 to 80 in. W.C. Approvals
Materials in contact with gas • FRS 7../6 series are CSA Certified to ANSI Z21.18/CSA 6.3
Housing is aluminum and steel free of non-ferrous & to ANSI Z.21.80/CSA 6.22 as Class I: File No: 1205610.
metals. Seals and diaphragms are NBR. • FRS 5... series are CSA Certified to ANSI Z21.18/CSA 6.3.
Test Port • Commonwealth of Massachusetts Approved Product
Depends on model; see details page 3. Approval code G1-1107-35.

ATTENTION
• Read these instructions carefully. • Check the ratings in the specifications to make sure that
FRS Installation Manual - P/N 80109 - Ed. 01/08

• Failure to follow them and/or improper installation may they are suitable for your application.
cause explosion, property damage and injuries. • Never perform work if gas pressure or power is applied,
• Installation must be done with the supervision of a or in the presence of an open flame.
licensed burner technician. • Once installed, perform a complete checkout including
• The system must meet all applicable national and local leak testing.
code requirements such as but not limited to NFPA 86, • Verify proper operation after servicing.
CSD-1, ANSI Z21.13, UL 795, NFPA 85, or CSA B149.3.

MOUNTING PREPARATION
Mounting Preparation FRS 7../6 & FRS 5... Flanged • Carefully examine the unit for shipping damage.
• The main gas supply must be shut off before • Remove all dirt and debris before installing. Failure to
starting the installation. remove dirt/debris could result in damage or improper
• Read these installation instructions carefully. performance.

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 MOUNTING
Procedure to Mount the FRS 7../6 • Do not overtighten the pipe. Follow the maximum
• Install the FRS.../6 with the gas flow matching the torque values listed.
direction indicated by the arrows on the casting. • After installation is complete, perform a leak test using
• Mount the FRS.../6 with the regulator dome vertical or a soapy water solution.
horizontal. • Install the FRS 5... with the gas flow matching the
• Use new, properly reamed and NPT threaded pipe free of direction indicated by the arrows on the casting.
chips. • Mount the FRS 5... with the regulator dome vertical or
• Apply good quality pipe sealant, putting a moderate horizontal.
amount on the male threads only. If using LP gas, use • Insert seal inbetween flanges.
pipe sealant rated for use with LP gas. • Insert bolts, tighten in a star pattern to ensure uniform
• Do not thread pipe too far. FRS.../6 distortion and/or tightness.
malfunction may result from excess pipe in the valve • Do not overtighten bolts. Follow the maximum torque
body. values listed.
• Apply counterpressure with a parallel jaw wrench only • After installation is complete, perform a leak test using a
to the flats of the FRS.../6 when installing pipe. soapy water solution

FRS 7../6 Threaded Series FRS 5... Flanged Series

NPT 1/2” 3/4” 1” 1-1/4” 1-1/2” 2” 2 1/2” 3” Bolts: as per DIN 939
Tmax [Ib-in] 443 560 750 875 940 1190 1310 1310 Tmax [Ib-in] 443
CAUTION: Do not overtorque threaded connection or CAUTION: If the flow is not in the same direction as
bolts permanent damage will occour. the arrows, the FRS will not operate properly.

FRS Flange Accessories

Size Weld neck part # # of bolts connection Bolt size **Bolt part # ***Seal part #

DN ISO 40 227-137 4 M16x55 135-940 100-164

DN ISO 50 227-138 4 M16x55 135-940 030-221
DN ISO 65 227-139 4 M16x65 135-930 099-408
DN ISO 80 227-140 8 M16x65 135-930 030-254
DN ISO 100 227-141 8 M16x65 135-930 030-304
DN ISO 125 227-142 8 M16x75 148-830 030-312
DN ISO 150 227-143 8 M20x80 135-950 030-403
DN 65 to 2 1/2"NPT 243-690 4 M16x65 135-930 099-408
DN 80 to 3"NPT 243-219 8 M16x65 135-930 030-254
* When a control is used alone, one mating flange is needed for each end, for a total of two flanges. When one control is bolted to another, such as an
FRS to a DMV dual modular safety valve, one mating flange is needed for each end, for a total of two flanges
** Includes one bolt, one lock washer, and one nut
*** One seal needed for each flange

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 PRESSURE TAP CONNECTIONS
Pressure taps
FRS 7../6 Threaded
1) Vent/breather connection*.
FRS 705/6 - FRS 710/6, G 1/4 in.
FRS 712/6 - FRS 730/6, G 1/2 in.
2) External feedback pressure connection. See caution below.
FRS 705/6 - FRS 710/6, G 1/4 in. - one side.
FRS 712/6 - FRS 730/6, G 1/4 in. - both sides.
3) Upstream pressure connection.
FRS 705/6 - FRS 710/6, 1/4 in. NPT - one side.
FRS 705/6 - FRS 710/6, G 1/4 in. - one side.
FRS 712/6 - FRS 730/6, 1/4 in. NPT - both sides.
4) Downstream pressure connection.
FRS 705/6 - FRS 710/6, 1/4 in. NPT - one side.
FRS 712/6 - FRS 730/6, 1/4 in. NPT - both sides.

Pressure taps
FRS 5... Flanged
1) Vent/breather connection*.
FRS 5040 - FRS 5150, G 1/2 in.
2) External feedback pressure connection. See caution below.
FRS 5040 - FRS 5150, G 1/4 in. - both sides
3)Upstream pressure connection.
FRS 5040 - FRS 5150, G 1/4 in. - both sides

*All FRS regulators incorporate a factory installed vent limter that limits the escape of gas to the ambient to less than 0.5 ft3/hr
in case of diaphragm failure.
CAUTION: When using optional external feedback connection, seal the interal impulse connection with a silicone or
RTV sealant. Failure to do so will cause the improper outlet pressure regulation.

BREATHER PLUG
• All FRS’s have a breather plug that threads into the regu-
lators’s vent connection. DO NOT REMOVED PLASTIC
BREATHER PLUG UNLESS VENTING OUTDOORS IS
REQUIRED. This plug is not the vent limiter, and it prevents
debris from entering the upper chamber of the regulator.
Debris in the upper chamber of the regulator will adversly
affect regulator performance.
• The FRS regulator must also be able to exchange air through
the breather hole in order to properly regulate. Do not plug
the breather hole, and clean it out if necessary.
Breather plug

Breather hole

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 VENT LIMITER AND VENT LINE CONNECTION
Vent Limiter
The FRS/6 series regulator contains a factory installed,
which limits the escape of gas to less than 0.5 CFH in case
diaphragm ruptures. No venting is required when accepted
by the authority having juridiction.
Vent Line Requirements
• Follow the local code for vent sizing and termination require-
ments. In the absence of local codes, follow National Fuel
Gas Code NFPA 54 or the International Fuel Gas Code for
venting requirements.
• Terminate the vent to an approved location.
• At the point of termination, the vent line must be protect
ed from insects and water intrusion. It is highly recom-
mend to install an insect screen and terminate the pipe
with the exit facing downwards to prevent rain water from
entering.
Installation Procedure
• If venting is required, the vent line is to be connected to
the upper dome of the FRS regulator as illustrated.
• Remove the beather plug.
• On indoor installations requiring venting outdoors, run the
piping as short and as direct as possible.
CAUTION: In the absence of venting codes and
• The vent connecton is G 1/4 for FRS 705/6 to FRS 710/6
where venting is required, each regulator must be
and G 1/2 for FRS 712/6 to FRS 730/6 and for all ISO flan-
vented separately from all other vents.
ged regulators. G 1/4 to 1/4”NPT adapters are available:
(part number 231-944) and G 1/2 to 1/2 NPT (part number
231-945).

EXTERNAL IMPLUSE
• When it is desirable to use the external impluse as the
feedback for the regulator, the internal impluse must be The external impulse must terminate back
plugged. Seal the interal impulse connection with a into the gas piping at a point that is upstream
silicone or RTV sealant suitable for exposure to natural two safety shutoff valves in series.
gas, propane, or butane.
• The external impulse must be properly terminated and
made of a durable, metal material that is suitable for gas
service.

External
Impulse
Connection Internal Impulse

Silicone or RTV sealant

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 OUTLET PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT
Adjusting the FRS outlet pressure
1. Verify that the intended output pressure is within the Adjustment Cover
spring range that is installed in the regulator by compar-
ing the colored outlet pressure label with the table on - + Outlet pressure adjustment
page 6. CCW reduces outlet pressure
CW increases outlet pressure
2. Remove the black adjustment cover.
3. To increase outlet pressure, turn the adjustment spindle
clockwise. To decrease the outlet pressure, turn the
adjustment spindle counterclockwise.
4. Always use an accurate pressure gauge connected
downstream of the regulator to measure the actual outlet
pressure as the FRS is mounted in the operating posi-
tion.
5. Reinstall the black adjustment cover.
6. To prevent unauthorized adjustment, holes in the black
adjustment cover and the side of the regulator can be
used to secure a lead seal.

SPRING REPLACEMENT
Spring Replacment
• Remove the adjustment cover. HEAD INJURY RISK: Never have your
• Completely release the spring tension by turning the head above or near the aluminum
adjustment spindle completely counterclockwise with a cap when removing regulator spring.
screwdriver, and remove the aluminum cap. The spring tension can be high
• Remove existing spring and insert new spring.
•  Re-install the adjusment cover, and apply the new outlet
enough to rapidly eject the aluminum
pressure label provided with new outlet pressure range cap with a large force.
onto the name plate.
• Reinstall the adjustment cover.

Adjustment cover

Adjustment spindle for

outletpressure adjustment

Aluminum Cap.Turn only to remove

outlet pressure spring

Spring

Breather plug
Outlet pressure label

Inlet Filter

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Outlet Pressure Spring Selection. Values apply to horizontal mount. Subtract 1”W.C. for vertical mount.
Spring Range (inW.C.) 1 to 3.6 2 to 5 2.8 to 8 4 to 12 10 to 22 12 to 28 24 to 40 40 to 60 60 to 80
Spring color brown white orange blue red yellow black pink grey
Not CSA standard Not CSA
FRS 705/6 229-817 229-818 229-820 229-821 229-822 229-823 229-824 229-825 229-826
FRS 707/6 229-833 229-834 229-835 229-836 229-837 229-838 229-839 229-840 229-841
FRS 710/6 229-842 229-843 229-844 229-845 229-846 229-847 229-848 229-849 229-850
FRS 712/6, 715/6, 229-851 229-852 229-853 229-854 229-869 229-870 229-871 229-872 229-873
5040
FRS 720/6 & 5050 229-874 229-875 229-876 229-877 229-878 229-879 229-880 229-881 229-882
FRS 725/6, 730/6, 229-883 229-884 229-885 229-886 229-887 229-888 229-889 229-890 229-891
5065, 5080
FRS 5100 229-892 229-893 229-894 229-895 229-896 229-897 229-898 229-899 229-900
FRS 5125 229-901 229-902 229-903 229-904 229-905 229-906 229-907 229-908 243-416
FRS 5150 229-909 229-910 229-911 229-912 229-913 229-914 229-915 229-916 243-417

REPAIR KITS
Repair Kit Part # Repair Kit Part #
(contains all internal hardware to rebuild regulator) (contains all internal hardware to rebuild regulator)

FRS 705/6 Not available FRS 725/6 & 5065 068-940

FRS 707/6 Not available FRS 5080 & 730/6 091-868
FRS 710/6 Not available FRS 5100 091-876
FRS 712/6, 715/6 & 5040 068-924 FRS 5125 069-005
FRS 720/6 & 5050 068-932 FRS 5150 069-013

FLOW CURVE
Natural Gas Flow with FRS in regulated state.
0utlet pressure = 4 in. W.C.
Inlet pressure = 20 in. W.C.
Vmin = 0.05 x Vmax
NOTE: Flow tables are available.

Operating Range

Inlet Pressure 20 in. W.C.

Outlet Pressure 4 in. W.C.

A minimum of 2 in. W.C. ∆p is required when sizing at maximum flow capacity for optimal control.

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