Rev. B 4-5-02
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MiniMax
®
NT Low NOx
Pool and Spa Heaters
Congratulations on your purchase of a MiniMax NT Low NOx high performance heating system. Proper
installation and service of your new heating system and correct chemical maintenance of the water will
ensure years of enjoyment. The MiniMax NT Low NOx is a compact, lightweight, efficient, induced-draft,
gas fired high performance pool and spa heater that can be directly connected to schedule 40 PVC pipe. The
MiniMax NT Low NOx, also comes equipped with the Pentair multifunction temperature controller which
shows, at a glance, the proper functioning of the heater. All HSI (hot-surface ignition) MiniMax NT Low
NOx heaters are designed with a direct ignition device (HSI) which eliminates the need for a standing pilot.
The MiniMax NT Low NOx requires an external power source (120/240 VAC 60 Hz) to operate.
IMPORTANT NOTICES
...For the installer and operator of the MiniMax NT Low NOx pool and spa heater. The manufacturer’s
warranty may be void if, for any reason, the heater is improperly installed and/or operated. Be sure to follow
the instructions set forth in this manual. If you need any more information, or if you have any questions
regarding to this pool heater, please contact Pentair Pool Products, Inc. at (800) 831-7133.
These heaters are designed for the heating of swimming pools and spas, and should never be employed for
use as space heating boilers, general purpose water heaters, in non-stationary installations, or for the heating
of salt water.
Do not use the heater to protect pools or spas from freezing if the final maintenance temperature desired is
below 60° F. as this will cause condensation related problems.
CODE REQUIREMENTS
The installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the latest National Fuel
Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, and the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70.
Installation in Canada to be made in accordance with the latest CAN/CGA-B149.1 or .2 and CSA C22.1
Canadian Electric Code, part 1.
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