Innovation Water Heaters Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual
CHAPTER 6 – MAINTENANCE
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AERCO International, Inc.
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100 Oritani Dr.
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Blauvelt, NY 10913
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87
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206
GF-128
Phone: 800-526-0288
PRI: 11/25/2014
Figure 6-8. Anode Assembly and Combustion Chamber Head
6.8 HEAT EXCHANGER CLEANING
For hard water installations, AERCO high recommends use of its Scale Reducer system. The
Scale Reducer, Model SR300, is strongly recommended for installations in areas with hard water
(>3.5 grains/gal). It provides an economical, maintenance free treatment of hard water without the
use of salt or any chemicals. The SR300 prevents new scale build-up and eliminates existing
build-up in water heaters, boilers and storage tanks, hot water piping, valves, recirculation lines
and pumps, mixing valves, showerheads and other plumbing fixtures. This eliminates the
associated heat exchanger overheating and lets the water heater continue to perform at its peak
efficiency (low-water heating cost). In addition to reduced inspection frequency, the periodic
maintenance to remove and flush the water heater for scale deposits is no longer necessary.
Alternatively, AERCO recommends
that the heat exchanger of the unit be cleaned annually to
maintain maximum heat transfer efficiencies using a solution of HydroSkrub and water.
HydroSkrub is distributed by AERCO International, Inc. and is designed to dissolve the toughest
water scale, lime, mud and rust deposits from virtually any type of water-based equipment.
Please review MSDS, specifications, and our website (
www.aerco.com)
for
additional information, or call technical service at (800) 526-0288.
Do not drain the unit without venting the shell! A vacuum in the unit may displace
the head liner causing serious damage not covered by warranty.
CAUTION
CAUTION
3/8-16 HEX
BOLTS
(2 Each)
5/16-24 POSITIONING BOLT
(1 Each)
1/4-20 HEX BOLT
(4 Each)
COMBUSTION
CHAMBER
HEAD
COMBUSTION
CHAMBER
HEAD
LIFTING HOOK
SUPPORT
BRACKET
