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System Features

Introduction

©Aqua-Hot®

 125-DN1 Service Manual 

REV 220421

©Aqua-Hot®

 125-DN1 Service Manual 

REV 220421

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Maintenance Schedule

Monthly Maintenance 

Check the Aqua-Hot’s antifreeze and distilled water heating 

solution to ensure that it is at the proper level. This can be 

accomplished by visually checking the coolant level in the Aqua-

Hot’s expansion bottle; reference Figure 84 on page 41.
Please note that the coolant level should be checked ONLY 

when the Aqua-Hot is at maximum operating temperature. 

This should be done immediately after the electric element 

disengages, or after the diesel burner has completed a cycle.
At maximum operating temperature, the antifreeze and distilled 

water heating  solution should be at the level marked “HOT” on 

the expansion bottle.
It is also recommended to run the diesel burner once a month 

for a full cycle (at least 20 minutes) to ensure optimum heater 

condition.

Annual Maintenance

To maintain the Aqua-Hot at its full potential, it is highly 

recommended to have the diesel burner tuned up annually. This 

involves the fuel filter replaced, burner cleaned, inspecting the 

exhaust and combustion air lines for damage and ensure they 

are clear, checking the fuel lines for any leaks, checking the 

hoses and wiring to make sure there is no damage or cracks.

Replenishing the Antifreeze and Water Heating 

Solution

If the antifreeze and distilled water heating solution needs 

replenishing, remove the cap for the expansion bottle and fill 

it to the “HOT” mark (only when the tank is to temperature). 

Replace the expansion bottle cap when this is complete. DO 

NOT  operate  the  unit  without  first  replacing  the  cap  of  the 

bottle. Reference Figure 84 for additional information. Excess 

air will escape through this bottle as the stir pump of the unit 

operates. While bleeding this system of air, it will be necessary 

to continue to fill the bottle until this process is complete.

Reference the Appendix on page 55 for the proper tool and 

instructions for usage in measuring the system’s antifreeze 

mixture ratio.
The Aqua-Hot does not need regular replacement of the 

ethylene glycol antifreeze and distilled water heating solution, 

but in the event that more antifreeze is required, contact Aqua-

Hot Heating Systems to purchase antifreeze, or for guidance 

in selecting an appropriate antifreeze product for use with this 

unit.

When the Aqua-Hot is at maximum operating temperature, 

the  coolant  is  very  hot.  If  the  Aqua-Hot  heating  system  is 

accessed,  scalding  by  hot  vapor  or  coolant  may  occur. 

Before cleaning or servicing, disconnect all power supplies.

DO  NOT  operate  the  diesel  burner  and/or  electric  heating 

element without antifreeze and distilled water heating 

solution present in the Aqua-Hot’s boiler tank. Doing so will 

cause serious damage to the heater.

Overheat Protection

Every Aqua-Hot is equipped with at least two overheat 

protection devices. These are commonly known as the high-

limit thermostats. These thermostats operate by maintaining a 

circuit while the unit is below 218°F.

In the event of an overheat condition, the high limit 

thermostats will cut the operating signal to the diesel burner, 

and/or the electric element. When this signal is interrupted, the 

electric element and diesel burner will immediately disengage. 

Contact Aqua-Hot Heating Systems LLC for assistance in 

locating  a  qualified  person  to  service  this  heater  after  an 

overheat situation.

In order to provide the best freeze protection, boil-over 

protection, anti-corrosion, and rust protection, a mixture 

of 50/50 ethylene glycol antifreeze and distilled water is 

recommended. The Aqua-Hot 125DN boiler tank holds 

approximately 1.8 gallons.

The mixture may be modified to provide the most adequate 

freezing, boiling, and rust/anti-corrosive protection. A 50/50 

mixture of ethylene glycol and distilled water has a freeze point 

of  approximately  -35°F  and  a  boiling  point  of  approximately 

223°F. Refer to the table below to determine the best protection 

mixture ratio. Reference page 55 for measuring the antifreeze 

mixture with a refractometer.

Freeze 

Point (°F)

Concen-

tration (%)

32 25 20

15

10

5

0

-10 -20 -30 -40 -50

0

10 16 21 25 29 33 39 44 48 52 56

Ethylene Glycol

DO  NOT  attempt  to  reset  the  high-limit  thermostats  after 

an overheat condition until the unit has been serviced by a 

qualified technician. Failure to do so could result in damage 

to the unit, personal injury, or death.

All vehicle installations must comply with the requirements 

listed in the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association’s 

(RVIA) ANSI/NFPA 1192 Handbook for Recreational Vehicle 

Standards.

Figure 6

NOTE:

 This product label is attached to the side of the 

Aqua-Hot and provides a ready reference to specifications, 

test standards, and important safety notices.

Maintenance Schedule

System Specifications

Electric Element

Power Consumption ......................................1500 W (maximum)

Voltage ..............................................................................120V AC

DC Power

Consumption ..................................................... 84 W (maximum)

Zone Heat Circulation

Pumps ...........................................................................................1

Power Consumption (max) ...............................................21W/7A 

Voltage ............................................................................... 12V DC

Interior Heating

Maximum Heating Zones .............................................................3

Cozy........................................................6W/0.5A - 8,000 BTU/hr

Whisper............................................4.5W/0.37A - 4,000 BTU/hr

H.E. II...................................................3W/0.25A - 4,000 BTU/hr

Domestic Water Heating

Maximum ......................................................................... 0.8

 

GPM

Physical Specifications

Dimensions (US)..............................17.66”L x 7.50”W x 11.50”H

Dry Weight ............................................................................45lbs.

Wet Weight ............................................................................59lbs.

NOTE:

 Control Panel “Quiet Mode” reduces heat exchanger power 

consumption by 20%

Summary of Contents for Aqua-Hot 100 Series

Page 1: ...Service Manual 100Series AHE 125 DN1...

Page 2: ...ed by transfer from the heated antifreeze and distilled water solution The heated domestic water then flows through the tempering valve to be mixed with cool water from the fresh water tank to achieve...

Page 3: ...a Hot please contact our Technical Service Department at 574 AIR XCEL 574 247 9235 from 7 00am to 4 00pm MST Monday through Friday As with any appliance allow the Aqua Hot to completely shut down BEFO...

Page 4: ...cing disconnect all power supplies DO NOT operate the diesel burner and or electric heating element without antifreeze and distilled water heating solution present in the Aqua Hot s boiler tank Doing...

Page 5: ...2 Tempering Valve 3 Aqua Hot Controller 4 Antifreeze and Water Heating Solution Tank 5 AC Electric Element 6 AC Activation Relay 7 Plate to plate Heat Exchanger 8 Three Way Valve 9 Zone Air Bleed Val...

Page 6: ...LCD screen From here the end user will select their interior temperature set points activate or deactivate the diesel burner and the electric element Zone Control 1 Precise zone control display will d...

Page 7: ...utilized with the Aqua Hot 5in display Using the Aqua Hot with this new display will ensure that you can take advantage of all of the tools and features of this controller Features This new controller...

Page 8: ...dicates that heat is either not needed or not requested by the zone thermostat 71 This indicates the set point of the coach thermostats The example in Figure 18 is showing the coach thermostat is requ...

Page 9: ...ones have been directly wired to the Aqua Hot as described in the installation manual Heating sub systems can be activated independent of their control circuits and other control sensors as a means of...

Page 10: ...ate Ensure the controller is properly oriented reference Figure 32 10 Using the 4 nuts previously removed fasten the controller to the mounting plate 11 Insert the controller and mounting plate into t...

Page 11: ...to the INPUTS FROM AQUA HOT section HOME Aqua Hot Diagnostics DIAG Locate LLCO Does LLCO display TANK FULL Yes No This fluid level sensor is functioning as intended Replace the controller Troubleshoo...

Page 12: ...this thermostat Yes No Depress the red button in the center of the high limit thermostat Figure 40 Re test for continuity Does the thermostat now have continuity Yes No This thermostat is functioning...

Page 13: ...inue troubleshooting to the right Open a hot water faucet within the coach 1 1 2 2 Figure 47 Continue trouble shooting here Low Temperature Cutoff Thermostat Introduction The Low Temperature Cutoff Th...

Page 14: ...s of the Three Way Valve to ensure it is out of the way 6 On the top of the Three Way Valve move the two 2 constant tension clamps AWAY from the tee fitting so that they are as far from the barb as po...

Page 15: ...the Aqua Hot and slide the red and blue PEX through their ports in the front face of the Aqua Hot Use soapy water as necessary to lubricate the PEX going through the rubber grommets in the ports DO NO...

Page 16: ...Figure 60 If no functionality replace the AC electric relay Figure 59 If tank temperature is not 180 F check element for 11 2 13 amps Replace the Electric element This AC Electric system is operating...

Page 17: ...switch the electric heating element on and off in conjunction with the interior switch panel and ETS module even though the electric element is on a separate circuit Troubleshooting Procedure Trouble...

Page 18: ...ely the same Yes This ETS module is functioning as intended Disconnect the ETS module from its leads on the wire harness Navigate back to the INPUTS FROM AQUA HOT section of the LCD screen No Yes No D...

Page 19: ...Requirements Parts needed PLX 125 HA1 High Altitude Kit Potential other parts needed PLE 125 FL1 Kit 100 Series Fuel Line only if fuel lines are damaged PLX 125 003 Fuel Filter 100 Series only if fue...

Page 20: ...Pins Figure 79 1 2 Ground goes to Pin 1 Power goes to Pin 2 If you would rather use a plug instead of the wire and gator clips the mating part numbers needed for the connector are Housing 1 967644 1 T...

Page 21: ...uction A lack of interior heat or hot water when provided with adequate heat from either the electric element and or the diesel burner can be attributed to an overheat thermostat the Aqua Hot controll...

Page 22: ...rner Troubleshooting This section will cover any issues with the external diesel burner The diesel burner is the primary heat source to the 125DN The troubleshooting procedures listed below are arrang...

Page 23: ...or damage Check plumbing lines and circulation pump to make sure they are properly secured and free of any damage Check the fuel pump and circulation pump for any damage Run the burner for 20 minutes...

Page 24: ...System Schematics System Schematics Aqua Hot 125 DN1 Service Manual REV 220421 Aqua Hot 125 DN1 Service Manual REV 220421 p 47 p 46 ZONE THERMOSTATS ZONE HEAT EXCHANGERS...

Page 25: ...System Schematics System Schematics Aqua Hot 125 DN1 Service Manual REV 220421 Aqua Hot 125 DN1 Service Manual REV 220421 p 49 p 48 EXTERNAL DIESEL BURNER ELECTRIC ELEMENT...

Page 26: ...de Connectors ELE 014 711 Thermistor Tank Temperature Sensor ELE 102 201 Aqua Hot AC Harness ELE 102 211 Burner DC Harness ELE 400 900 Harness Buehler C20 Pump ELX THM 309 Thermistor 10K NTC Room Temp...

Page 27: ...00 Low Temperature Cutoff Thermostat w Spade Terminals ELX 2E7 102 125DN Element 1 NPSM 120 VAC 1500W Heating MSX 907 162 Refractometer EXE 103 0EX Heat Exchanger Cozy III PLX CTB 290 Clamp Hose Const...

Page 28: ...that is complete peer through the eyeglass of the refractometer to continue to the next step Adjust the Boundary Line Once the glycol solution has been properly applied adjust the calibration screw u...

Page 29: ...Heating Systems LLC 7501 Miller Drive Frederick CO 80504 Visit us online at www aquahot com Call us at 574 AIR XCEL 574 247 9235 2022 Aqua Hot Heating Systems LLC Printed in the USA Service Manual 10...

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