Enviro 6G50100 series, Instruction Manual

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IntroductIon
Thank You for purchasing this water heater. Properly installed and
maintained, it should give you years of trouble free service.
abbrevIatIons used
Abbreviations found in this Instruction Manual include :
• ANSI - American National Standards Institute
• ASME - American Society of Mechanical Engineers
• GAMA - Gas Appliance Manufacturer’s Association
• NEC - National Electrical Code
• NFPA - National Fire Protection Association
• UL - Underwriters Laboratory
• CSA - Canadian Standards Association
qualIfIcatIons
qualIfIed Installer or servIce aGencY
Installation and service of this water heater requires ability
equivalent to that of a Qualified Agency (as defined by ANSI below)
in the field involved. Installation skills such as plumbing, air supply,
venting, gas supply and electrical supply are required in addition to
electrical testing skills when performing service.
ansI Z223.1 2006 sec. 3.3.83:
“Qualified Agency” - “Any
individual, firm, corporation or company that either in person or
through a representative is engaged in and is responsible for (a)
the installation, testing or replacement of gas piping or (b) the
connection, installation, testing, repair or servicing of appliances
and equipment; that is experienced in such work; that is familiar
with all precautions required; and that has complied with all the
requirements of the authority having jurisdiction.”
If you are not qualified (as defined by ANSI above) and licensed or
certified as required by the authority having jurisdiction to perform
a given task do not attempt to perform any of the procedures
described in this manual. If you do not understand the instructions
given in this manual do not attempt to perform any procedures
outlined in this manual.
preparInG for the InstallatIon
1. Read the entire manual before attempting to install or operate
the water heater. Pay close attention to the General Safety
Information on page 4 through 6. If you don’t follow the safety
rules, the water heater may not operate safely. It could cause
property damage, injury and/or death.
This manual contains instructions for the installation, operation,
and maintenance of the water heater. It also contains warnings
throughout the manual that you must read and be aware of.
All warnings and all instructions are essential to the proper
operation of the water heater and your safety.
Detailed installation diagrams are also found in this manual.
These diagrams will serve to provide the installer with a
reference. It is essential that all venting, water piping, gas
piping and wiring be installed as shown.
The principal components of the water heater are identified in
Features And Components on page 8 in this manual. Use this
reference to locate and identify various components on the
water heater.
See the Installation Checklist and Troubleshooting on page 50.
By using this checklist the user may be able to make minor
operational adjustments and avoid unnecessary service calls.
However, service and diagnostic procedures should only be
performed by a Qualified Service Agency.
note: Costs to correct installation errors are not covered
under the limited warranty.
2. Be sure to turn off power when working on or near the electrical
system of the water heater. Never touch electrical components
with wet hands or when standing in water.
3. The installation must conform to all instructions contained in
this manual and the local code authority having jurisdiction.
These shall be carefully followed in all cases. Authorities
having jurisdiction should be consulted before installation
begins if there are any questions regarding compliance with
local, state or national codes.
In the absence of local codes, the installation must comply
with the current editions of the CAN/CSA-B149.1, Natural
Gas and Propane Installation Code and CSA C22.1, the
Canadian Electrical Code. All documents are available from
the Canadian Standards Association 5060 Spectrum Way,
Suite 100, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L4W 5N6.
4. If after reading this manual you have any questions or do
not understand any portion of the instructions, call the toll
free number on the back cover of this manual for technical
assistance. In order to expedite your request, please have the
full Model, Serial and Series number of the water heater you
are working with available for the technician. This information
is located on the water heater’s rating plate.
5. Carefully plan the placement of the water heater. Examine
the location to ensure that it complies with the requirements
in Locating The Water Heater on page 10 and the Rough In
Dimensions on page 9.