FULTON PDWH1000, Installation, Operation And Maintanance Manual

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WARNING
Do not use matches, candles, flame or other sources
of ignition to check for gas leaks. Section 2.
NOTE
The vent line connection on the gas pressure regulator
and the low and high gas pressure switches must
be piped to outdoor air by installer in accordance
with the National Fuel Gas Code. Section 2.
WARNING
Do not attempt to start water heater to test wiring before filling
and purging the water heater. A dry-fire will seriously damage
the water heater and may result in property damage or
personnel injury and is not covered by warranty. Section 2.
NOTE
Solvent cements for plastic pipe are flammable liquids
and should be kept away from all sources of ignition.
Proper ventilation should be maintained to reduce
the hazard and to minimize breathing of solvent
vapors. Avoid contact of cement with skin and eyes.
Section 2.
NOTE
Time is critical at this stage. Do not allow primer to
dry before applying cement. Section 2.
NOTE
Assembly should be completed within 20 seconds
after last application of cement. Do not use hammer
to insert pipe. Section 2.
WARNING
Do not attempt to start water heater before filling and purging
water heater heating system. A dry fire will seriously damage
the water heater and may result in property damage or
personnel injury and is not covered by warranty. Section 2.
NOTE
The following purge procedure is applicable to the
recommended piping configuration only. See Figure
15. Section 2.
WARNING
This water heater shall not be connected to any heating
systems or component(s) previously used with a non-potable
water heating appliance.
If this water heater is also used for space heating applications,
all piping and components connected to the water heater shall
be suitable for use with potable water.
If a water heater is installed in a closed water supply system,
such as one having a back-flow preventer, check valve, water
meter with check valve, etc... in the cold water supply, means
shall be provided to control thermal expansion. Contact the
water supplier or plumbing contractor on how to control this
situation.
WARNING
Toxic chemicals such as used for treatment of boilers or non-
potable water heating appliances shall never be introduced into
a potable water space heating system.
WARNING
Never leave an opened manual air vent unattended.
In the event an opened vent is left unattended, water
damage could occur. Section 2.
NOTE
It is recommended that an authorized Fulton Pulse
start up agent make any required gas input adjustments.
Section 2.
WARNING
If you do not follow these instructions exactly a fire
or explosion may result causing property damage,
personnel injury, or loss of life. Section 3.
NOTE
Do not use this water heater if any part has been under water.
Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the
water heater and to replace any part of the control system
and/or gas control(s) which have been under water. Section 3.
NOTE
Prior to starting, make sure the procedure for purging
the heating system has been accomplished as detailed in
section 2. Section 3.
CAUTION
Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to
shut off, shut off the gas supply at a location external
to the water heater. Section 3.
NOTE
If for any reason, the air intake or exhaust vent piping is
disassembled, re-assemble the piping in accordance with the
installation procedure outlined in the installation section of this
manual. Section 4.
NOTE
Your Fulton Pulse Combustion Hydronic Water heater has
been designed for years of trouble-free performance. To
ensure the continued safety and efficiency of the water heater,
the schedule of maintenance outlined in this section should be
adhered to. The water heater should be inspected annually. All
service should be performed by a certified contractor. Section 4.
WARNING
Keep water heater area clear and free from combustible
materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.
Section 4.
NOTE
To prevent against untimely corrosion of hot and cold water
fittings, it is strongly recommended that di-electric unions or
couplings be installed on this water heater when connected to
copper pipe.
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