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Page 1: ... Suit Water Heater Models Endurance 16 Endurance 20 Endurance 26 Endurance 32 Operation Installation Manual Continuous flow water heaters This appliance shall be installed in accordance with 4 5 7 8 4 9 7 ...

Page 2: ...NERAL WATER CONTROL INFORMATION 6 MAXIMUM DELIVERY TEMPERATURES 6 WATER CONTROLLERS 8 ABOUT THE WATER CONTROLLER 8 TURNING ON THE CONTROLLER 8 ADJUSTING TEMPERATURE 8 HOW TO USE TWO OR MORE WATER CONTROLLERS 9 TRANSFERRING PRIORITY 9 READYHOT PRE HEAT OPERATION 10 ABOUT THE READYHOT PREHEAT SYSTEM 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 INSTALLATION MANUAL 13 ACCESSORIES 25 PRODUCT RECORDS 25 OPERATION MANUAL ...

Page 3: ...Further information contact the Plumbing Industry Commission on 1800 015 129 Heated water can be dangerous especially for young children and the infirm Water temperatures above 50 C can cause severe burns instantly and may even result in death Those most at risk are children disabled elderly and the infirm Hot water at 65 C a very common hot water temperature in Australia can severely burn a child...

Page 4: ...e Continuous Flow Water Heater products are power flued appliances This makes them COMPACT saving both floor and wall space The temperature of hot water is CONSTANTLY MONITORED by a BUILT IN SENSOR If the temperature of the hot water rises to more than 3 C above the selected temperature the burner is turned OFF and only turned ON again when the temperature falls below the selected temperature The ...

Page 5: ...al for high efficiency appliances and does not indicate a fault Keep flammable materials spray cans fuel containers pool chemicals trees shrubs etc well clear of the flue outlet Do Not spray water directly into the flue terminal If freezing conditions are expected turn off water and gas and drain all water from the appliance If power and the automatic frost protection are connected freezing will b...

Page 6: ... of the water at the outlet There is no need to turn the water controller s off after use However if you prefer to turn the water controller s off selected temperatures to a maximum of 50 C will be stored in the system memory at all times whilst mains power remains connected As a safety precaution if a Kitchen Controller s temperature is set above 50 C transferring and then returning priority to t...

Page 7: ... at risk are children disabled elderly and the infirm Hot water at 65 C a very common hot water temperature in Australia can severely burn a child in less than half a second At 50 C it takes five minutes ALWAYS Test the temperature of the water with your elbow before placing your child in the bath also carefully feel water before bathing or showering yourself Supervise children whenever they are i...

Page 8: ... for the various models are as follows This does not apply to 50 degree compliant models To meet the regulatory requirements for these models the maximum delivery temperature is factory set and sealed Model Name Appliance Data Plate Codes Factory pre set Maximum Delivery Temperature C Can The Factory Pre Set Maximum Delivery Temperature Be Changed By An Authorised Person Endurance 16 DEU VR1620WG ...

Page 9: ...rature may be lowered However the set temperature cannot then be raised above 43 C In addition transfer of priority between water controllers is not possible These are safety features Suggested temperatures are Kitchen 50 C 55 C Shower 37 C 43 C Bath 39 C 45 C Temperature may not be available refer to Delivery Temperatures These temperatures are suggestions only You may find higher or lower temper...

Page 10: ...re a child is placed in contact with hot water see page 1 Whilst hot water outlets are open the set temperature may be lowered However they cannot then be raised above 43 C In addition transfer of priority between controllers is not possible These are safety features The beep sound can be muted by pressing the Hot water temp Up and Down buttons simultaneously for more than 3 seconds Indicates the ...

Page 11: ...BEFORE USE A parent or carer should always check the temperature before a child is placed in contact with hot water see page 1 Whilst hot water outlets are open the set temperature may be lowered However they cannot then be raised above 43 C In addition transfer of priority between controllers is not possible These are safety features Temperatures higher than 50ºC should not be able to be selected...

Page 12: ...heat indicator and the In Use indicators will illuminate signifying that the preheat system has been activated 4 Wait approximately two minutes before opening an outlet This will allow the water in the pipework to be warmed Other Controller Functions Controller functions such as temperature control and transfer of priority between multiple controllers is not affected by the operation of the prehea...

Page 13: ...tion No gas supply Check gas is turned on at water heater and gas meter or cylinder 12 Flame Failure Low gas flow Check gas is turned on at water heater and gas meter or cylinder Check there are no obstructions to the flue outlet 14 Remaining Flame Safety Device Service Call 16 Over Temperature Warning Service Call 32 Outgoing Water Temperature Sensor Faulty Service Call 33 Heat Exchanger Outlet S...

Page 14: ...12 Operation Manual Dux Endurance Continuous Flow Hot Water INTENTIONALLY BLANK PAGE ...

Page 15: ...ARANCES Extract from AS NZS 5601 17 HORIZONTAL OBSTRUCTIONS 18 MULTIPLE INSTALLATIONS OF EXTERNAL MODELS 18 APPLIANCE AND WATER CONTROLLER DIMENSIONS 19 WATER CONTROLLER INSTALLATION 20 WATER CONTROLLERS 20 POSITIONING OF WATER CONTROLLERS 20 WATER CONTROLLER CABLES 20 FITTING THE WATER CONTROLLER 20 OPTIONAL PROGRAMMING FOR THE WATER CONTROLLER 21 CONNECTING COMMUNICATION CABLES TO THE WATER HEAT...

Page 16: ... further information An AC240V 10 Amp earthed power point must be provided adjacent to the appliance For outdoor installations this power point must be weather proof It must be clear of the gas and water connections to the appliance and also the flue exhaust and water pressure relief valve The power cord of the appliance is 1 5 Metres long All appliances must be installed to ensure access can be g...

Page 17: ...tted to the cold water inlet A non return valve is not required unless required by local regulations Isolation Valves must not be fitted directly to the appliance If may be necessary to fit a temperature limiting device for delivery to areas used primarily for the purposes of personal hygiene Refer to the Water Heater and Controllers Installation Configurations Section of this document MOUNTING TH...

Page 18: ...rf before final connection of the appliance Swarf in either the gas or water supplies may cause damage Table 1 Model Gas Consumption MJ h Water Supply kPa Weight kg Fittings Min Max Hot Cold Gas 16 125 120 1000 15 R 15mm R 15mm R 20mm 20 160 160 1000 15 R 20mm R 20mm R 20mm 26 199 200 1000 16 R 20mm R 20mm R 20mm 32 250 180 1000 29 R 20mm R 20mm R 20mm ...

Page 19: ...aters up to 50 MJ hr input 150 150 Other appliances up to 50 MJ hr input 500 500 Appliances over 50 MJ h input and up to 150 MJ h input 1000 1000 Appliances over 150 MJ h input 1500 1500 1 Where dimensions c j or k cannot be achieved an equivalent horizontal distance measured diagonally from the nearest discharge point of the terminal to the opening may be deemed by the Technical Regulator to comp...

Page 20: ...tend vertically above and below the front cover There must be no partial obstructions to the front cover of the appliance or any other parts of the appliance casing This will avoid the appliance failing to operate under windy conditions MULTIPLE INSTALLATIONS OF EXTERNAL MODELS Dimension h above does not apply when multiple Dux external water heaters of the same model are installed on the same ver...

Page 21: ... Gas Connection from centre 77 83 77 83 32 470 244 600 644 115 61 99 52 61 110 A E F J H I G Please note that this measurement is to the left of the centre line P Q S R Dim Description P W idth Q Height R Depth S Distance between mounting hole centres DMC 91Q 2A 90 120 20 83 26 350 194 530 571 87 105 68 10 77 83 Endurance Models Gas Connection Length from base Cold Connection Length from base Hot ...

Page 22: ...all remote controllers against a metal wall unless the wall is earthed in accordance with AS NZS 3000 Water controllers MUST NOT be installed where chemicals such as benzine alcohol turpentine or other similar chemicals are in use POSITIONING CONSIDERATIONS FOR THE WATER CONTROLLER The water controller uses a Liquid Crystal Display LCD for the digital monitor Light reflections can make the LCD dif...

Page 23: ... Question 2 Fig 5 Fig 6 Is the water heater marked to state it delivers water not exceeding 50 C IF YES No further action required IF NO You will need to program the kitchen controller to enable selection of temperatures higher than 50 C STEP 1 For the controller in the KITCHEN ONLY press and hold the Transfer and On Off buttons simultaneously Fig 7 until a beep is heard approximately 5 seconds ST...

Page 24: ...er unless the electric power to the water heater is switched off otherwise damage to electrical components may occur 1 Isolate the electric power supply by switching the power point off and removing the power plug of the water heater from the electric power socket 2 Remove the retaining screw at the base of the appliance 3 Swing the door open and thread the cable through the weather seal of the ca...

Page 25: ...rocedure may need to be repeated to ensure the strainer remains clear especially on new installations 11 If water controllers are fitted it is necessary to test their operation through the complete range of functions refer to the Operation sections of this manual 12 Confirm the hot water delivery temperature s using a thermometer If controllers are fitted ensure temperatures exceeding 50 C cannot ...

Page 26: ...ncorrect operation have been eliminated Instructions for Gas Pressure Setting are to be found in the instruction pocket located inside the appliance front cover COMMISSIONING CHECK LIST A commissioning check list is provided on the appliance front cover to enable the installer to step through the correct commissioning procedure when installing a Dux Endurance Continuous Flow Water Heater The check...

Page 27: ...ble for painting Contact Dux for further information about our accessory range and model suitability details Please take a moment to record the following information below for your own records Model No Serial No Your Retailer Address Contact Number Purchase Date Your Installer Address Installers License No Contact Number Installation Date Certificate of Compliance No PRODUCT RECORDS ...

Page 28: ... call 1300 365 115 Australia 0800 729 389 New Zealand Manufacturing Limited ABN 19 077 879 844 Internet www dux com au Dux has a Service and Spare Parts network with personnel who are fully trained and equipped to give the best service on your appliance If your appliance requires service please call We recommend that this appliance be serviced every 3 years DUX 060 00012 34623 7 U298 1310 00 ...

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