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INSTOMAX

TM

 Integrated instantaneous water heater installation, use and care manual 

(Revision Sept  2013)

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Replacing  the  relief  valve  will  not  correct  the 
problem.  One  method  of  preventing  pressure 
build-up  is  to  install  an  expansion  tank  on  the 
cold 

water 

supply 

line 

between 

the 

INSTOMAX

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 unit and flow check valve. Contact 

your  installing  contractor,  water  supplier,  local 
plumbing inspector or plumbing supply house for 
assistance. 

 
3.5.6  Domestic  hot  water  pressure  relief 
valve 

The  INSTOMAX™  is  provided  with  a  factory 
installed domestic hot water pressure relief valve 
factory  set  at  860  kPa  (125  psig).  Connect  the 
supplied  relief  valve  outlet  downward  to  insure 
that any expelled water will be directed toward a 
safe location.  
Relief  valve  outlet  pipe  diameter  must  not  be  of 
samller diameter than the relief valve outlet. The 
end  of  the  pipe  must  be  visible  and  protected 
from freezing.  
 

3.5.7  Thermostatically  controlled  mixing 
valve 

The  INSTOMAX™  is  equipped  with  a  factory 
installed thermostatically controlled mixing valve. 
This  valve  allows  reducing,  setting  and 
regulating the domestic hot water temperature at 
a  safe  level.  In  order  to  adjust  the  mixing  valve 
to  the  desire  temperature,  create  a  demand  for 
domestic hot water, measuring the domestic hot 
water  temperature    will  indicate  the  adjustment 
required. 

 

3.6 ELECTRICAL  
 
3.61 Main electrical power supply  

 
The water heater electrical wiring and grounding 
connection  must  be  in  accordance  with  the 
National  Electric  Code  or  the  local  electric 
installation code applicable.  
It  is  the  electrical  technician  responsibility  to 
insure  that  the  electrical  installation  is  in 
accordance  with  the  applicable  code  and 
regulation. 

 

Electrical power supply must be of a 240 volts or 
208  volts  single  phase  60  Hz  providing  two 
conductors  (L1-L2)  with  a  ground  wire.  The 
installation  must  be  protected  by  an  appropriate 
capacity breaker.  
 
Since  the  INSTOMAX™  is  available  in  different 
power  capacities;  it  is  the  electrical  technician 
responsibility  to  check  the  amperage  rating 
shown  on  the  equipment  identification  sticker  in 
order  to  select  the  appropriate  wiring  and 
breaker  capacities.  The  wiring  used  can  be 
either of aluminum or copper, but must be rated 
for a minimum of 90°C (190°F). 

 

 
 

 

 

Summary of Contents for INSTOMAX 12

Page 1: ...nd maintenance of the boiler in order to insure your full satisfaction Installer and user MUST read carefully and understand these instructions Any questions regarding the operation maintenance service or warranty of this appliance should be directed to the dealer or distributor you purchased it from When all installation steps have been completed replace this installation manual in its original e...

Page 2: ...5 25 6 1x4 5 1x3kW 31 8 6 40 INSTOMAX 9 9 30 7 2x4 5kW 38 8 6 50 INSTOMAX 12 12 41 2x6kW 50 6 6 70 Can also be connected to a 208V 1ph source This would provide 75 of the nominal capacity at 240V Suggested Local code regulations and authority having jurisdiction may require different wiring and fuses Maximum operating pressure on the tank 207kPa 30psi Tank temperature range 10o C to 90o C 50o F to...

Page 3: ...ition of the National Plumbing Code and the National Electric Code In any case where instructions in this manual differ from local or national codes the local or national codes take precedence 2 3 CORROSIVE ATMOSPHERE The water heater should not be located near an air supply containing halogenated hydrocarbons or high humidity Such localisation would void any water heater warranty 2 4 SHIPMENT INS...

Page 4: ...ect to physical damage for example by moving vehicles area flooding etc All models can be installed on combustible floors and in alcoves If the water heater is to be installed in a restaurant or other location where the floor is frequently cleaned it must be elevated to provide at least 150mm 6 inches of clearance from the floor to comply with NSF International recommendations The room temperature...

Page 5: ...ated instantaneous water heater installation use and care manual Revision Sept 2013 Page 5 Figure 1 Top view components identification and their location Figure 2 Front view components identification and their location ...

Page 6: ...the water heater right side HOT WATER OUTLET and COLD WATER INLET 3 4 NPT FEM fittings are use for connections Use only clean new pipe for domestic water connection Local codes regulations and authorities having jurisdiction may required specific pipe material to be used for connections Insulate all pipes containing hot water especially in unheated areas A thermometer should be installed to indica...

Page 7: ...lled mixing valve This valve allows reducing setting and regulating the domestic hot water temperature at a safe level In order to adjust the mixing valve to the desire temperature create a demand for domestic hot water measuring the domestic hot water temperature will indicate the adjustment required 3 6 ELECTRICAL 3 61 Main electrical power supply The water heater electrical wiring and grounding...

Page 8: ...INSTOMAXTM Integrated instantaneous water heater installation use and care manual Revision Sept 2013 Page 8 ...

Page 9: ...jury and may be used as a guide in determining the safest water temperature for your applications TIME TO SCALDING VS TEMPERATURE RELATIONSHIP Temperature Time to scalding 50 C 120 F Over 5 minutes 52 C 125 F 1 1 2 to 2 minutes 54 C 130 F About 30 seconds 57 C 135 F About 10 seconds 60 C 140 F Less than 5 seconds 63 C 145 F Less than 3 seconds 66 C 150 F About 1 1 2 second 68 C 155 F About 1 secon...

Page 10: ...heat exchanger as described in sections 4 2 and 4 3 2 Adjust temperature levels as described in section 4 4 3 Turn ON the water heater electric breaker 4 The water heater main contactor should close with an audible snap sound and all elements should turn on along with their indicator light 5 Tank temperature should gradually increase Time required for the INSTOMAX to reach the tank water temperatu...

Page 11: ...ker before attempting any work on the water heater Visual inspection of the water heater electrical cabinet Checks for leaks at the heating elements sign of overheating of electrical components and wiring Check for t proper operation of the unit temperature control Check the thermostatic mixing valve proper operation by measuring domestic water temperature at a domestic hot water tap with a thermo...

Page 12: ...anty is void and shall not apply if A Defects or malfunctions resulting from installation repair maintenance and or usage that are not done in conformity with the manufacturer s installation manual or B Defects or malfunctions resulting from installation maintenance or repair that are not done in accordance with regulations in force or C Defects or malfunctions resulting from improper installation...

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