Voyager SSV100-45R, Operating Manual

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PAGE: 5 LP-41 REV: 3/1/03
GAS CONNECTION (CONTINUED)
Failure to follow all precautions could result in fire, explosion or death! It is recommended that a soapy solution be used to
detect leaks. Bubbles will appear on pipe to indicate a leak is present. The gas piping must be sized for the proper flow and length of
pipe, to avoid pressure drop. Both the gas meter and the gas regulator must be properly sized for the total gas load. If you experience
a pressure drop greater than 1" WC, the meter or regulator or gas line is undersized or in need of service. On the inlet side of the gas
valve, there is a 1/8" NPT plug, which can be removed to attach a hose barb, hose, and inches of water column meter. Also, you can
attach a meter to the incoming gas drip leg, by removing the cap and installing the meter. The gas pressure must remain between 7"
and 14" during stand-by and unit running heat cycle. If an in-line regulator is used, it must be a minimum of 10 feet from the Voyager.
It is very important that the gas line is properly purged by the gas supplier or utility. Failure to properly purge the lines or
improper line sizing, will result in the failure of the Voyager lighting off.
This problem is especially noticeable in NEW LP installa-
tions, and also in empty tank situations. This can also occur when a utility company shuts off service to an area to provide mainte-
nance to their lines. The gas valve is a special gas valve which has a Pressure Augmented Regulator feature, as well as negative out-
let pressure. This valve must not be replaced with a conventional valve under any circumstances. Make sure valve is in the “OFF”
position prior to turning gas supply on. As an additional safety feature, this valve has a left hand thread on the outlet end, and a special
tamper resistant electrical connector.
VENTING
FOR ALL MODELS 3" VENTED EXCEPT SSV100-45R AND SSV130-45R (WHICH ARE 2" VENTED)
(FOR 2" VENTED MODELS SSV100-45R AND SSV130-45R, SEE TOP OF PAGE 8)
For inlet air supply, top pipe on the right of the shroud, use 3" PVC schedule 40. It is very important that you plan the location properly,
to eliminate long pipe runs and excessive fittings. Inlet pipe size must not be reduced. Do not combine the inlet air with any other inlet
pipe including an inlet to an additional similar appliance. The joints must be properly cleaned, primed, and cemented. The piping must
also be properly supported as per local and national standard plumbing codes. It is important that the piping must be clean and free
from burs, debris, ragged ends, and particles of PVC.
For exhaust piping, lower pipe on the right of the shroud, for the first 7’, use 3” ABS sch 40 or 3”CPVC sch 40 or 80. For concrete con-
struction or to meet certain fire codes, exhaust piping - lower pipe on right of shroud, and inlet air piping - top pipe on the right of the
shroud, must be 3" CPVC schedule 40 or 80, (only to meet local fire codes). The balance of the inlet and exhaust piping may be PVC
schedule 40 or 80, or ABS solid only,
NOT FOAM CORE . For residential style wooden construction exhaust piping, lower pipe on right
of shroud, must be 3" ABS solid (NON FOAM CORE) or 3" CPVC schedule 40 or 80 for the first 7’ only. The balance of the inlet and
exhaust piping may be PVC or ABS solid NON FOAM CORE or CPVC to meet local codes.
The only approved exhaust vent materials are ABS solid NON FOAM CORE; first 84" or CPVC. The balance of the exhaust piping
must be ABS solid NON FOAM CORE, CPVC or PVC sch 40
NON FOAM CORE ONLY . Exhaust piping should be sloped back to the
connection on the Voyager, at least 1/4" per foot to remove additional condensate that forms within the pipe. The total combined
length of pipe (intake piping plus exhaust piping added together) including elbow allowances intake and exhaust (each elbow = 5' of
pipe) should not exceed 85'. The combined vent length should not be less than a combined length of 6' plus two 90 degree elbows.
Choose your vent termination locations carefully; see
pages 21 and 22 . You must additionally make certain that exhaust gas does not
re-circulate back into the intake pipe. You must place them in a open area, and follow the following guidelines.
1) Never vent into a walkway or patio area, or an alley, or otherwise public area less than 7' from the ground;
2) Never vent over or under a window or over a doorway;
3) Never install a heat saver or similar product to capture waste heat from exhaust;
4) Always have vent location at least 1' above maximum snow level;
5) Always have vent 1' above ground level, away from shrubs and bushes;
6) Follow local gas codes in your region or refer to National Fuel Gas Code, or Can B149;
7) Always have vent at least 3' from an inside corner of outside walls;
8) Maintain at least 4' clearance to electric, gas meters, and exhaust fans or inlets;
9) Very Important! Inlet air must be taken from outside of building, next to exhaust outlet, no closer than 8";
10) Always place screens in all openings in intake and exhaust to prevent foreign matter from entering the Voyager.