Field Controls
Field Controls 963801 6M Barometric Draft Control hvac control
Regulates draft in residential oil, wood or coal heating systems with infinitely variable screw adjustment for precise control
- Infinitely variable screw adjustment enables extremely fine instrument settings
- Side wings with curved gates compensate for horizontal and vertical installation differences
- Designed for 0.01" to 0.1" settings for precise draft control
- Recommended for residential oil or coal-fired heating applications
- New Field Controls barometric draft control for stable, accurate operation
Product Identity
The Field Controls 963801 is a 6M barometric draft control built for residential oil, wood and coal heating systems. It provides precise draft regulation through an infinitely variable screw adjustment that allows extremely fine instrument settings.
Ideal Users and Limits
This control suits installers and homeowners who need stable, accurate draft management in the 0.01 to 0.1 range for solid-fuel or oil appliances. It is not suited for systems that require automated electronic modulation or for installations where a larger diameter connection is specified.
Installation Checks
Verify that the appliance flue accepts a six-inch male connection and that the mounting orientation matches the gate curvature design for horizontal or vertical runs. Confirm the draft range required by the appliance falls within the control’s adjustable span before fitting.
Highlights
- Infinitely variable screw adjustment enables extremely fine instrument settings
- Side wings with curved gates compensate for horizontal and vertical installation differences
- Designed for 0.01" to 0.1" settings for precise draft control
- Recommended for residential oil or coal-fired heating applications
- New Field Controls barometric draft control for stable, accurate operation
Specifications
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Questions about this item
What type of heating appliance must the 6M draft control be installed on?
The 6M is designed for residential oil, wood or coal-fired heating appliances.
Can the 6M control operate in both horizontal and vertical duct orientations?
Yes, the gate curvatures on the side wings compensate for differences in horizontal and vertical settings.
How do I verify the 6M is regulating draft at the intended set point after installation?
Adjust the infinitely variable screw to the required setting between .01" and .1" and observe stable draft with a manometer.
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