Robertshaw 700-059 High Capacity Natural Gas Valve 720,000 BTU 24V 1 Inch Slow Opening

The Robertshaw 700-059 is a high-capacity 700 Series Universal Gas Valve designed for intermittent pilot, direct spark, and hot surface ignition applications. This professional-grade Uni-Kit valve delivers exceptional performance for natural gas systems with a capacity of 720,000 BTU, making it ideal for demanding residential and commercial installations.

Integrated Valve System:

This complete valve assembly incorporates a manual valve, pilot valve, and main gas pressure regulator in a single unit. The 1-inch straight-through design provides efficient gas flow, and includes two 1-inch x 3/4-inch reducer bushings for installation flexibility. All wiring connections, manual selector switches, and pressure adjustments are easily accessible for simplified installation and maintenance.

Key Specifications:

• Voltage: 24V AC, 60 Hz operation
• Inlet/Outlet Size: 1 inch NPT straight-through configuration
• Maximum Inlet Pressure: 14 inches WC (0.5 PSI)
• Regulator Setting: 4.0 inches WC for natural gas
• Capacity: 720,000 BTU per hour
• Slow opening feature for soft ignition (field removable)
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°F to 175°F (-40°C to 79°C)
• Standard NEMA terminals with inlet filtered screen

Universal Conversion Kit:

Each Uni-Kit includes all necessary components and detailed instructions to convert between intermittent pilot, direct spark, or hot surface ignition systems. This versatility makes it an excellent choice for retrofit applications or new installations where flexibility is required.

Applications:

Designed for natural gas use in central heating units, wall heaters, boilers, mobile home furnaces, and commercial heating equipment. This valve serves as a direct replacement for Honeywell VR844M series high-capacity valves and numerous OEM part numbers from manufacturers including A.O. Smith, Bradford White, Raypak, Lennox Industries, and others.

What's Included:

• 700-059 Gas valve assembly with on/off adjustment knob
• Two 1-inch x 3/4-inch reducer bushings
• Conversion parts for direct spark and hot surface applications
• Outlet pressure tap for testing and adjustment
• Complete installation instructions

The Robertshaw 700-059 meets industry standards and is RoHS compliant, ensuring reliable, long-lasting performance in professional HVAC applications.