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Zodiac
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JXi
™
Gas-Fired Pool & Spa Heater
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Installation & Operation Manual
Section 3. Location Requirements
The JXi heater is shipped from the factory with an exhaust
vent configured for outdoor installation. The heater is
designed and certified, per AS 4560 for both outdoor and
indoor installation in Australia and for indoor and outdoor
installation of natural gas only heaters in New Zealand It
is shipped from the factory configured for outdoor use
only, and is intended for use with permanently installed,
swimming pools only. It should be installed on a level,
stationary, non-mobile location and should not be
subjected to intentional movement, vibration, etc. which
could negatively affect the plumbing, wiring, and venting
of the heater. For installation indoors, be sure to follow all
the instructions provided in this instruction manual. See
Section 3.3
for details.
Location of the heater below or above the pool water level
affects operation of its water pressure switch. See
Section
5.3
for more information.
NOTE:
If the heater is to be operated in below freezing conditions it
should be installed in a protected outdoor shelter.
CAUTION
When pool equipment is located below the pool surface, a leak from
any component can cause large scale water loss or fl ooding. Zodiac
Group Australia Pty, Ltd., cannot be responsible for such water loss
or fl ooding or resulting damage.
3.1
Clearances
The heater must be installed in a location that allows
clearances for maintenance and inspection. Minimum
distances from combustible surfaces must also be
maintained. All criteria given in the following sections
reflect minimum clearances as stated in the national
standards. However, each installation must also be
evaluated, taking into account prevailing local conditions
such as wind speed and direction, proximity and height of
obstructions that may block ventilation, and proximity to
public access areas.
Service Clearance:
91 cm (36") from top of heater for
removal of top panel.
46 cm (18") from one of either the front or rear panels.
Combustible Surfaces:
Each heater face requires a 15
cm (6") clearance from combustible surfaces. Although
not preferred, the heater is design certified for installation
on combustible surfaces for operation. However,
do not
install the heater on carpet.
Figure 2.
Clearances
Service clearance required
at front or rear main panel
*Clearance distance
from exhaust vent
required per AGA B149.1, section 4.14.2.
*See Figure 3 for details
Combustible
Surface
150 mm (6")
Service
Clearance
TOP: 915 mm (36
"
)
FRONT: 610 mm (24
")
NOTE:
Clearances are manufacturer’s
tested values. These are given as minimum
values. Where local and national codes
apply, and if the clearance values specified
in the applicable codes are different than
those listed in this manual, use the greater
value to ensure safest operation.
