The Honeywell RM7838B1013 Burner Control 120V, 50/60 HZ. SELECTABLE INTERMITTENT OR INTERRUPTED Pilot. Pilot Valve HOLD, MANUAL OPEN Switch.
RM7838B1013 Installation Guide
Overview
The Honeywell RM7838B1013 is a semi-automatic ON/OFF programming burner control in the RM7800 / RM7838B family, designed for 120 VAC operation. It features full sequencing, flame supervision, diagnostics, memory retention of lockouts, and selectable flame timing options. Its modular plug-in design supports fast servicing and deployment in industrial burner systems.
Features
Semi-automatic ON/OFF control module for 120 VAC burners
Microprocessor-based flame safeguard with built-in diagnostics
Five LED indicators for sequence and fault status
Retains fault and history memory after power loss (non-volatile)
Selectable pilot flame establishing (4 s or 10 s)
Main flame establishing period options: 10 s or intermittent
Early spark termination (5 s)
Uses a purge timer card (external) for prepurge timing
Supports interlocks, preignition checks, and lockout on fault
Modular plug-in design for easy replacement and integration
Specifications
| Part Number | RM7838B1013 |
| Application | Semi Automatic Programming Control |
| Dimensions (in.) | 5 in. wide x 5 in. high x 5 1/4 in. deep with Q7800A Subbase x 6 3/32 in. deep with Q7800B Subbase |
| Dimensions (mm) | 127 mm wide x 127 mm high x 133 mm deep with Q7800A Subbase x 155 mm deep with Q7800B Subbase |
| Weight (lb) | 1 lb 10 oz |
| Weight (kg) | 7 kg |
| Comments | Includes S7800 Display |
| Frequency | 50 Hz; 60 Hz (±10%) |
| Approvals, Underwriters Laboratories Inc. | Component Recognized, File No. MP268; Guide No. MCCZ. |
| Approvals, Canadian Standards Association | Certified, File No. LR95329-3. |
| Voltage | 120 Vac (+10, -15%) |
| Shipping and Storage Temperature Range (F) | -40 F to +140 F |
| Shipping and Storage Temperature Range (C) | -40 C to +60 C |
| Approvals, Federal Communications Commission | FCC Part 15, Class B, Emissions. |
| Flame Establishing Period – Pilot | 4 sec or 10 sec |
| Flame Establishing Period – Main | 10 sec or Intermittent |
| Interlocks | Lockout |
| Preignition | Yes |
| PrePurge | Determined by ST7800A Purge Timer Card |
| Early Spark Termination | Yes, 5 sec |
| Required Components | Q7800A,B Universal Wiring Subbases. R7847, R7848, R7849, R7851, R7852, R7861, or R7886 Flame Signal Amplifier. ST7800A Plug-in Purge Timer Card. |
| Pilot Type | interrupted |
| Vibration | 5 G environment |
| Approvals, Control Safety Devices | Acceptable: CSD-1 |
| Approvals, Swiss RE | Acceptable |
| Approvals, Factory Mutual | Report No. OX4A5.AF |
Applications
The RM7838B1013 is suited for industrial and commercial burner systems requiring semi-automatic flame control, diagnostic feedback, and modular device architecture. Use cases include:
Packaged boilers and furnaces
Process heating systems
Combustion systems using gas, oil, or combination fuels
Control environments needing modular replacement capability
It ensures safe ignition sequencing, flame supervision, and fault-based shutdown.
Benefits
Integrated flame safeguard and sequencing in one module
Diagnostic LEDs and memory simplify service and troubleshooting
Modular plug-in design reduces downtime
Flexible timing options for various burner systems
Built with industrial safety standards and quality








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