background image

1

Under no circunstances is the manifacturer to be held liable for any water damage in connection with this water heater.

CONSUMER RESPONSIBILITIES

THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED TO ACQUAINT YOU WITH THE INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND 
MAINTENANCE OF YOUR GAS WATER HEATER AND TO PROVIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
WE URGE YOU TO READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY before attempting installation or operation of 
your water heater. Keep these instructions for future reference.

The manufacturer of this water heater will not ne liable for any damages caused by failure to comply with the installation and 
operating instructions outlined on the following pages. These instructions are a guide for the correct installation of your water 
heater. If you lack the necessary skills required or have difficulty following the directions, you should not proceed but get help 
from a qualified person for that part of the installation you do not understand. Failure to follow this warning can result in an 
incorrect installation that can result in

 

DEATH, INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

This water heater is design-certified by CSA International as a power vent water heater, which takes
it’s combustion air, either from the installation area or from air ducted to the unit from outside.

This water heater must be installed according to all local and state codes, or in the absence of local and state codes, the “ 
National Fuel Gas Code”,ANSI Z223.1 (NFPA 54)-Latest Edition. This code is available from the following:

          

Important WARNINGS:

 

Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. 

Immediately call a qualified service technician.. Water heaters subjected to flood conditions,

or anytime the gas controls, main burner or pilot have been submerged in water, require replacement

of the entire water heater.

American Gas Association 
400 North Capitol, St;  NVV
Washington D.C. 20001-0000
E mail AGA.org

National Fire Protection Agency
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
Check your local phone listings for the local authorities having 
jurisdiction over your instalation.

• 

This water heater may not be installed in a mobile home.

• 

Location selection should be as close to the stack or chimney as 
practical and as centralized with the piping system as possible.

• 

Water heater should be located in an area not subject to freezing 
temperatures.

• 

The water heater should be located so that the controls and 
drain are easily accessible (at least 24 inches of open space of  the 
water heater).

• 
• 

A suitable drain pan must be installed under the heater. 

• 

Remove exterior packaging and place installation 
components aside.

• 

Inspect all parts for damage prior to installation 
and startup.

• 

Completely read all instructions before 
attempting to assemble and install this product.

When referring to your water heater always have the 
information listed on the rating plate readily available.

WARNING

WARNING

UNPACKING THE

 

Water Heater

Such pans must have a minimum length and width of at least two 
inches greater than the diameter of the heater, and must be piped 
to an adequate drain. The pan must not restrict combustion air flow. 
(Figure 1)

LOCATION

Use two or more people to move and install water heater, 
unless proper handling equipment is utilized. Failure to do so 
can result in back or other injury.

Important: Do not remove any permanent instructions, labels, 
or the data label from outside of the water heater or on the 
inside of panels.

Summary of Contents for Standard Residential

Page 1: ...valve for the correct gas DO NOT USE THIS WATER HEATER WITH ANY GAS OTHER THAN THE ONE LISTED ON THE DATA PLATE Failure to use the correct gas can cause problems which can result in DEATH SERIOUS BOD...

Page 2: ...operation Be alert for thermal expansion Refer to instruction manual for installation and service Water temperature over 125 F 52 C can cause severe burns instantly resulting in severe injury or deat...

Page 3: ...ce replacement instructions 25 Burner maintenance replacement 26 Draining and flushing interior of tank Venting system inspection tampering 27 Emergency shutdown condensation smoke odor L P and natura...

Page 4: ...service technician Water heaters subjected to flood conditions or anytime the gas controls main burner or pilot have been submerged in water require replacement of the entire water heater American Gas...

Page 5: ...ame vicinity or area containing or gas water heater or other flammable or spark producing appliance Do not locate the water heater near an air moving device The operation of air moving devices such as...

Page 6: ...CAP OR PLUG THE END AIR GAT 6 MINIMUM CAP DRIP LEG SEDIMENT TRAP MINIMUM LENGHT 3 DRAIN LINE SHOULD BEAT LEAST 3 4 IN AND PITCHED FOR PROPER DRAINAGE TO AN OPEN DRAIN DRAIN PAN MUST LIMIT WATER ACCUM...

Page 7: ...1 000 BTU per hour of the total input rating of all gas utilization equipment in the confined space but not less than 100 square inches The confined space shall be provided with two permanent openings...

Page 8: ...r heater must be properly vented for the removal of exhaust gases to the outside atmosphere Correct installation of the vent pipes system is mandatory for the proper and efficient operation of this wa...

Page 9: ...er of this water heater recommends installing a thermostatic mixing valve or an anti scald device in the domestic hot water line These valves reduce the point of use temperature of the water by mixing...

Page 10: ...temperature and pressure relief valve and discharge line 5 Must terminate at an adequate drain 6 Must not have any valve between the relief valve and the heater Failure to maintain the properly liste...

Page 11: ...ure it is fully seated around the cold water pipe Also ensure that the base of insulation is flush with the water heater Once seated secure the insulation with a section of tape SPACE HEATING POTABLE...

Page 12: ...r control or temperature and pressure relief valve Tampering with any of these componets is DANGEROUS and can result in property damage or severe injury Tampering avoids all warranties Only qualified...

Page 13: ...the center line of the terminal 12 in L above paved sidewalk or paved driveway located on public property 7 ft E to unventilated soffit 12 in M under veranda porch deck or balcony 12 in F to outside...

Page 14: ...ith the heater The power cord supplied may be used on a unit only where local codes permit If local codes do not permit use of flexible power supply cord a Make sure the unit is unplugged from the wal...

Page 15: ...eater must be vented separately from all other appliances The unit may be vented horizontally through a wall or vertically through the roof Pipe runs must be adequately supported along both vertical a...

Page 16: ...ent temperature and humidity of installation location ambient temperature and humidity of venting space vent discharge and slope and product usage In certain conditions installations in unconditioned...

Page 17: ...of condensate from the flue gases can develop Provision must be made for the condensate to drain freely from the system or to be collected in a condensate trap s that can be drained Damage or fracture...

Page 18: ...ipe for various elbows using Schedule 40 PVC CPVC and polypropylene Vent Pipe Size Elbow Type Short Sweep Short Radius Long Sweep Long Radius Notes 1 Use long radius elbows where possible Minimum dist...

Page 19: ...alues shown in Table 1 6 Measure the vent piping and cut to required lengths Pipes must be cut at right angles and deburred to ensure a good smooth fit with sufficient overlap for the glue joints Corr...

Page 20: ...nnections must be properly seated and tightened to prevent the leakage of flue gases into the area See Figure 19 through Figure 22 2 The water heater is supplied with a 3 x 2 rubber coupling to accept...

Page 21: ...ON OF MATERIALS PCV and CPVC VENTING Cutting Device Saw or Pipe Cutter Deburring Tool Knife File or Beveling Machine 2 and above Brush Pure Bristle Rag Cotton Not Synthetic Primer and Cleaner Solvent...

Page 22: ...uantity of cement must be applied to the joint to fill the gap between the pipe and fitting The gap must be filled to obtain a strong leak free joint D Inspection cleaning priming Visually inspect the...

Page 23: ...ill soft The joint should not be disturbed immediately after the cementing procedure and sufficient time should be allowed for proper curing of the joint Exact drying time is difficult to predict beca...

Page 24: ...e latest edition of National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Horizontal piping slopes at an upward pitch of 1 8 in rise per 4 ft away from the water heater Not obstructed in any way Venting properly...

Page 25: ...anufacturer of this heater will not be liable for incidents arising or resulting from the use of external insulation blankets The manufacturer will not be liable for corrosion of the parts which may h...

Page 26: ...swich on the right side of the gas valve down to the OFF position 6 Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety in...

Page 27: ...resistant to the action of liquefied petroleum L P gases Apply pipe dope sparingly to the male threads only DO NOT apply pipe dope to the gas valve The water heater and its individual gas shut off val...

Page 28: ...e electronig gas valve thermostat do not use pipe wrench or vise the grip body Do not insert any pipe of blunt instrument into the inlet or outlet connections Use these type tools may result in damage...

Page 29: ...ior door with the top seal 9 Turn the gas valve on and make sure all connections are tight and no gas smell is present Then light on the heater according to the aperating instructions Once the burner...

Page 30: ...with a vacuum cleaner by vacuuming both the top and bottom surfaces When reinstalling the burner assembly make sure all gasket material is positioned properly If any of the gasket are damaged the heat...

Page 31: ...ondition During the summer months the warmer incoming water temperatures will benefit the performance of your water heater and reduce the amount of condensation developed Condesation does not mean tha...

Page 32: ...the condensation will stop Operting the warer heater at the lowest electronic valve temperature setting can keep the water heater in the condensation mode Adjusting the electronic valve setting slight...

Page 33: ...installed at least one anode rod see Parts section for protection of the tank Certain water conditions will cause a reaction between this rod and the water This is defined as smelly water and removal...

Page 34: ...LAINTS ARE DUE TO ITEMS NOT DIRECTLY RELATED TO THE WATER HEATER DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE WATER HEATER OF PERFORM OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS ON THIS LIST UNLESSYOU ARE TRAINED AND QUALIFIED TO DO SO V...

Page 35: ...th correct orifice see rating plate 3 Turn temperature knob to higher setting 4 Refer to gas control error codes 5 Drain flush provide water treatment if needed 6 Install adequate heater 7 Correct pip...

Page 36: ...NG AND CARBON FORMATION 1 Air inlets blocked 2 Insufficient air 3 Low gas pressure 4 Orifice too large 5 Flue clogged 6 Defective gas control valve 7 Heater installed in a confined are 8 Burner flame...

Page 37: ...eplace High limit switch HOT SURFACE IGNITER NOT GLOWING FOLLOWING WARM UP PERIOD 1 I20VAC polarity reversed at 120VAC outlet receptable 2 Defective hot surface igniter 3 Defective gas control valve 4...

Page 38: ...when the main controller fails and must be replaced The gas control valve includes a temperature limiting ECO Energy Cut Off system that will shut off the water heater if the water temperature is too...

Page 39: ...Limit Lockout thermostat temperature limit was exceeded Five Flash three second pause Flame Out Of Sequence Six One Flash three second pause Soft Lockout Retry Limit Failed Trial For Ignition Six Two...

Page 40: ...th pipes was not 6 exceeded 7 Ensure there are no obstructions in the exhaust and air intake pipes 8 If there are excessive restrictions in the air intake pipe the air pressure switch N C will open 9...

Page 41: ...uctions in the exhaust and air intake pipes 7 If there are excessive restrictions in the air intake pipe the air pressure switch N C will open 8 Check air pressure switch performance Check blower vacu...

Page 42: ...CE 15 FV SENSOR 16 VAPOR SENSOR BRACKET 17 HARNESS SENSOR FVR AND TOD NOT SHOWN 18 EXTERIOR DOOR 19 ELECTRICAL SWITCH ITEM PARTS DESCRIPTION REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION LEGEND A Special anode rod see pa...

Page 43: ...40...

Page 44: ...ne directory commercial listings or local utility for qualified service assistance 2 Should your problem not be solved to your complete satisfaction you should then contact the Manufacturer s Service...

Reviews: