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Installation Check List

A. Water Heater Location

• Installed indoors.

• Close to area of mostly used outlet.

• Protected from freezing temperatures.

• Proper clearance from combustible surfaces observed.

• Sufficient fresh air supply for proper operation of water heater.

• Air supply free of corrosive elements and flammable vapors.

• Provisions made to protect area from water damage.

• Sufficient room to service heater.

• Combustible materials, such as clothing, cleaning materials, rags, etc. clear of the heater and vent piping.

• Water heater is properly attached to the wall.

B. Water Supply

• Water supply has sufficient pressure.

• Air purged from water heater and piping.

• Water connections tight and free of leaks

• Water filter is clean and in place.

• Materials used are as instructed in this manual.

• Water pipes are insulated.

C. Gas Supply

• Gas type matches rating plate.

• Gas supply pressure is sufficient for the water heater.

• Gas line equipped with shut-off valve, union and sediment trap.

• Approved pipe joint compound used.

• Commercial leak detector or soap and water solution used to check all connections and fittings for possible

gas leak.

• Gas Company inspected installation (if required).

D. Relief Valve

• Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to open drain.

• Discharge line protected from freezing.

E . Electrical Wiring

• Voltage matches rating plate.

• Water heater is properly grounded .

• Wiring meets all local codes.

• GFCI Protection where required.

Lighting the Water Heater

Before operating this water heater, be sure to read and follow the instructions on the label pictured below

and all other labels on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in this manual. Failure to do so can

result in unsafe operation of the water heater resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death. Should

you have any problems reading or following the instructions in this manual. STOP, and get help from a

qualified service technican.

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Summary of Contents for CA528

Page 1: ...CAMPLUX 20L Residential Indoor Tankless Gas Water Heater USE CARE MANUAL Visit Us Camplux com support camplux com 3330 A Marathon Ct Charleston SC 29418 844 538 7475 ...

Page 2: ...O IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliances Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier 150 PSI 1...

Page 3: ...e helpdesk located at www camplux com live chat and toll free at 844 538 7475 READ THIS MANUAL READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your water heater properly A little preventive care on your part can save you time and money over the life of your water heater You ll find many answers to common problems in the Troubleshooting Guide If you re...

Page 4: ... property damage personal injury or death FOR YOUR SAFETY Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause property damage personal injury or death Refer to this manual Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids or other combustible materials in ...

Page 5: ...uctions in this manual or have any questions STOP and get help from a qualified service technician or the local gas utility DANGER PROPERLY INSTALL WATER HEATER Failure to properly install the water heater outdoors as outlined in the Installation Instructions in this manual can result in unsafe operation of the water heater To avoid the risk of fire explosion or asphyxiation from carbon monoxide n...

Page 6: ...ame room or area near the water heater Keep flammable products 1 Far away from heater 2 In approved containers 3 Tightly closed 4 Out of children s reach Water heater has a main burner flame The main burner flame 1 Can come on at any time and 2 Will ignite flammable vapors Vapors 1 Cannot be seen 2 Are heavier than air 3 Go a long way on the floor 4 Can be carried from other rooms to the main burn...

Page 7: ...erature NOTICE When this water heater is supplying general purpose hot water requirements for use by individuals a thermostatically controlled mixing valve for reducing point of use water temperature is recommended to reduce the risk of scald injury Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for further informa tion NOTICE The factory recommended operating temperatures are between ...

Page 8: ... and or local laws rules regulations or customs Propane or propane gas must be used with great caution It is heavier than air and will collect first in lower areas making it hard to detect at nose level Before attempting to light the water heater make sure to look and smell for gas leaks Use a soapy solution to check all gas fittings and connections Bubbling at a connection indicates a leak that m...

Page 9: ...y before installing or operating the water heater Use this water heater only for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Manual Be sure your water heater is properly installed in accordance with local codes and the provided installation instructions Part of your water heater unless it is specifically recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified te...

Page 10: ...that a suitable catch pan adequately drained must be installed under the water heater The pan must not restrict combustion airflow The water heater should be installed as close as practical to the vent termination to minimize vent length and the number of elbows required for venting A gas fired water heater or any other appliance should not be installed in a space where liquids which give off flam...

Page 11: ... Hr of the total input rating of all the appliances in the enclosure If ducts are used the minimum dimensions of rectangular air ducts shall not be less than 4 NOTICE If the water heater is installed in an unconfined space within a building of conventional frame masonry or metal construction infiltration air is normally adequate for proper combustion and ventilation If the water heater is installe...

Page 12: ...e below INSTALLING THE WATER HEATER Typical Installation Some Items May Not Apply Vent Adapter 1 4 Per Feet Downward Slope Wall Thimble Manual Gas Appliance Shut Off Supplied Thermination Control Panel Gas Supply Line Remote Control Sold Separately Discharge Line To Suitable Drain Drain Valve Pressure Relief Valve Supplied To Hot Water Faucet s Expansion Tank If Needed Visit Us Camplux com support...

Page 13: ...nd dirt or other contaminates With inlet water temperatures above 32 F but not to exceed 90 F Free of lime and scale deposits DO NOT reverse the hot and cold water connections The water heater will not operate To ensure proper operation of the water heater the following water pressure guidelines should be followed Operation of the water heater requires the minimum water pressure of 14 PSI and a mi...

Page 14: ...ently damage the internal components of the water heater NOTICE If the water flow resistance of a shower head is too high the burner in the water heater will fail to ignite Keep the shower head clean from debris that could cause additional pressure drop NOTICE If using mixing valves on the outlet choose one which prevents cold water pressure from overcoming hot water line pressure DO NOT use pipes...

Page 15: ...ater heater must not exceed 10 5 w c for natural or 14 w c for propane gas For purposes of input adjustment the minimum inlet gas pressure with main burner on is shown on the water heater rating plate If high or low gas pressures are present contact your gas supplier for correction The water heater and its indivdual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pr...

Page 16: ...the relief valve and discharge line The end of the discharge line should not be threaded or concealed and should be protected from freezing No valve of any type restriction or reducer coupling should be installed in discharge line NOTICE The diagram below illustrates a pressure only relief valve If local codes require a combination temperature and pressure relief valve be installed an extension pi...

Page 17: ...utlined in the Venting section of this manual will result in unsafe operation of the water heater causing death serious injury explosion or fire To avoid the risk of fire explosion or asphyxiation from carbon monoxide NEVER operate the water heater unless it is properly vented and has adequate air supply for proper operation as outlined in the Venting section of this manual WARNING Use UL approved...

Page 18: ... inflammable insulation material that is at least 3 4 thick DO NOT let the insulation material make contact with flammable materials A minimum clearance of 6 between the vent pipe and ceiling should be maintained Follow local codes For maintenance and inspection purposes the following holes are required to be made Two 2 inspection openings that allow access to venting One 1 of these openings shoul...

Page 19: ...the horizontal run See page 20 Typical Horizontal Termination w 1 4 per foot UPWARD Slope or page 18 Standard Vertical Vent Termination for examples MINIMUM VENT LENGTH The venting may be as short as 12 provided one vent termination is installed to the outdoors through a sidewall one 90 elbow is included in the installation and the wall thimble is installed NOTICE Make sure that the seam of the ve...

Page 20: ...3ft 91cm above if within 10ft 3m horizontally Clearance to permanently closed window Vertical clearance to ventilated soffit located above the terminal within a horizontal distance of 2 feet 61cm from the center line in terminal Clearance to unventilated soffit Clearance to outside corner Clearance to inside corner Clearance to each side of center line extended above meter regulator assembly Clear...

Page 21: ...single family dwellings and serves both dwellings Permitted only if veranda porch deck or balcony is fully open on a minimum of two sides beneath the floor NOTES 1 In accordance with the current CSA B129 1 propane installation code 2 In accordance with the current ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 National fuel gas code INSTALLING THE WATER HEATER CONTINUED 1 4 Per Feet Downward Slope 6 Clearance 12 Minimum To ...

Page 22: ...cation of the remote control s DO NOT install any remote control outdoors Place remote control s out of children s reach The remote control s can be installed in convenient locations such as the kitchen laundry room or utility room The included remote control can be placed in a convenient location in a bathroom however AVOID areas where water may come into contact with the control s Avoid areas wh...

Page 23: ...on the water heater length is dependent on your requirements and throw away the other Then connect the wires of the aviation joint to the inlet wire of the connector and connect the two remote control to the outlet wires of connector INSTALLATION OF REMOTE CONTROL 1 Remove the front cover of the Remote Control See illustration below 2 At installation site mark and screw two holes with 0 24 with 1 ...

Page 24: ... supply cord Use only a power outlet with a ground terminal The installation of an electric leakage breaker is recommended GFCI Keep any excess of the power supply cord on the outside of the water heater If local codes require hardwiring see instructions for Hardwiring the Electrical Connections WARNING Shock hazard line voltage is present Before servicing the water heater turn off the electrical ...

Page 25: ...unding wire to water pipes gas pipes telephone cables lightning conductor circuits and to grounding circuit of other equipment that carry a ground fault interrupter An ON OFF switch must be provided and installed for the incoming 120VAC power Wire the water heater exactly as shown below A wiring diagram is also found inside of the cover panel A green screw is provided in the junction box for groun...

Page 26: ...o onto or in conjunction with the water heater The use of unauthorized energy saving devices may shorten the life of the water heater and may endanger life and property The manufacturer disclaims any responsibility for such loss or injury resulting from the use of such unauthorized devices PIPE INSTALLATION Inlet Pipe and Outlet Pipe Installation Use pressure resistant pipe to connect the inlet an...

Page 27: ...DO maintain proper clearances to combustibles as specified by applicable code DO ensure that the flue terminal location complies with the guidelines found in the Use Care Manual and National Fuel Gas Code CAN CGA B 149 in Canada DO NOT DON T block or restrict Air Intake Opening located on the back side of the water heater DON T remove the front cover unless absolutely necessary This should only be...

Page 28: ...cal code Owner must refer to vent manufacturer s instructions and specifi cations A BACK INSTALLATION 1 Insert the vent pipe through the installation holes in the wall with the terminal sticking out 2 Connect the elbow to the vent pipe and water heater moving straight backwards until the expansion screws go into the holes of the water heater Screw the nuts tight pay attention to the direction of t...

Page 29: ...r Gas line equipped with shut off valve union and sediment trap Approved pipe joint compound used Commercial leak detector or soap and water solution used to check all connections and fittings for possible gas leak Gas Company inspected installation if required D Relief Valve Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to open drain Discharge line protected from freezing E Elec...

Page 30: ... in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach y DO NOT e department C Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand don t try to repair it call a D DO NOT use this water heater if any part has been under water Immedi service technician ...

Page 31: ...flood physical damage or if the gas supply fails to shut off DO NOT turn on water heater unless water and gas supplies are fully opened DO NOT turn on water heater if cold water supply shut off valve is closed DO NOT allow combustible materials such as newspaper rags or mops to accumulate near water heater DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids such as adhesives or pain...

Page 32: ...t the temperature to a required setting in priority mode press the UP or DOWN temperature button Press and hold UP or DOWN to raise or lower the temperature continuously When the unit is in use the set temperature can increase to 122 F but there is no limit to temperature decrease To increase the temperature more than 122 F the water will need to be shut off first NOTICE If inlet water temperature...

Page 33: ...ce can harm the proper operation of this water heater which can cause carbon monoxide dangers excessive hot water temperatures and other potentially hazardous conditions Properly maintained your water heater will provide years of dependable trouble free service It is recommend ed that a periodic inspection of the burner relief valve water filter and venting system should be made by service personn...

Page 34: ...ow to correct this DO NOT plug the relief valve outlet NOTICE After inspection maintenance and or cleaning ensure proper operation by turning on a hot water faucet HOUSEKEEPING HOW TO CLEAN THE WATER FILTER 1 Make sure the unit is OFF and the electrical power supply has been disconnected 2 Turn the water supply OFF to the heater 3 Unscrew the water filter and slide the filter out 4 DO NOT tap the ...

Page 35: ...OWN If the water heater is to remain idle for an extended period of time the power and water to the appliance should be turned off The water heater and piping should be drained if they might be subjected to freezing temperatures After a long shut down period the water heater s operation and controls should be checked by qualified service personnel ANTI FREEZING While the Anti Freezers will help to...

Page 36: ...ctions while draining the water heater can cause serious damage to the water heater as well as personal injury including scalding Below are instructions for draining water out of the water heater 1 Turn off the switch on the remote control 2 Close the gas shut off valve s 3 Close the water shut off valve 4 Turn the on off switch to the OFF position and disconnect breaker at least 10 seconds after ...

Page 37: ...ot water faucet is not fully opened Open hot water faucet completely The main burner goes off when incoming water volume is inadequate Water piping is frozen Allow piping to thaw No electricity or water supply is cut off Check that proper power is being supplied and or water supply is adequate Unit is not ON Turn the unit ON by the button on the remote control The temperature may be set too low In...

Page 38: ...servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation VERIFY PROPER OPERATION AFTER SERVICING www camplux com 37 Error Code Service Possible Cause What To Do E0 Hot water sensor failure Junction port loose Short circuit Call for Service E1 Ignition systeme failure The gas valve is not opened or fully opened Water shut off valve is not open Junction port loose Check and open g...

Page 39: ...nit for any reason www camplux com 38 20 Exhaust Outlet 19 Exhaust Collector 16 Anti Freezer 1 Heat Exchanger 2 Ignition Needle 2 Ignition Needle 3 Flame Sensor Needle 4 Gas Distribution Pipe 5 Gas Valve Assembly 6 Cold Water Temp Sensor 7 Auto Water Flow Adjust Device Power Cord Connect Port of Remote Control 8 Gas Inlet Smoke Outlet Front Cover Control Panel Water Inlet Power Cord Gas Inlet Wate...

Page 40: ... Exhaust Collector Exhaust Outlet 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 WARNING For your safety DO NOT attempt to disassemble repair or replace any portion of this unit Refer all repairs service and or adjustment to qualified serviceman Address all parts orders to the distributor or manufacturer where the water heater was pruchased All parts orders should be included 1 The model and serial number of the w...

Page 41: ...se required Products repaired will be covered under this Limited Warranty for the remainder of term of the original purchase This Limited Warranty becomes null and void if any of the following are determined to be a contributing factor to the failure of the product 1 Abuse misuse alteration neglect or misapplication 2 Improper or inadequate maintenance 3 Inadequate water quality 4 Installation in ...

Page 42: ...Natural Gas 3 6 145 PSI Standard Not Included Automatic 90 140 1 Year 15 6 5 22 24 Inch WA686 INDOORS ONLY 68 000 Rated 2 64 GPM No 120 volts Liquid Propane Natural Gas 3 6 150 PSI Standard Not Included Automatic 80 160 1 Year 12 8 20 28 5 91 Inch INDOORS ONLY 82 000 Rated 3 18 GPM No 120 volts Liquid Propane Natural Gas 3 6 150 PSI Standard Not Included Automatic 80 160 1 Year 14 37 25 39 4 72 In...

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