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RPV-I&S

POWERED VENT GAS WATER HEATER

For your family’s comfort, safety and convenience we recommend

water heaters to be installed and serviced by a plumbing

professional.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION............................................................ 1

INSTALLATION........................................................................ 2

Locating The Water Heater ................................................ 2

Minimum Clearances .......................................................... 3

Venting .............................................................................. 3

Specifications for

48 Gal, 65,000 BTU input (189.3 L, 19.1 kW/Hr)

65 Gal, 65,000 BTU input (246.1 L, 19.1 kW/Hr)

75 Gal, 76,000 BTU input (283.9 L, 22.3 kW/Hr) ............. 4

Specifications for

40 Gal, 40,000 BTU input (151.4 L, 11.7 kW/Hr)

48 Gal, 40,000 BTU input (189.3 L, 11.7 kW/Hr) ............. 5

Combustion Air Supply .............................................................. 7

Water Connections .................................................................... 8

Gas Connections ........................................................................ 9

Electrical Connections ................................................................ 9

Wiring Diagram for

48 Gal, 65,000 BTU input (189.3 L, 19.1 kW/Hr)

65 Gal, 65,000 BTU input (246.1 L, 19.1 kW/Hr)

75 Gal, 76,000 BTU input (283.9 L, 22.3 kW/Hr) ............. 10

Wiring Diagram for

40 Gal, 40,000 BTU input (151.4 L, 11.7 kW/Hr)

48 Gal, 40,000 BTU input (189.3 L, 11.7 kW/Hr) ............. 11

GENERAL OPERATION ................................................................ 9

Lighting and Shutdown Instructions ..................................... 12

Thermostat Adjustment ......................................................... 12

Burner Flame Check ................................................................ 12

MAINTENANCE ........................................................................... 13

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR POTABLE WATER AND

SPACE HEATING ......................................................................... 14

VENT PIPE PREPARATION AND JOINING .................................... 14

GENERAL INFORMATION

This gas-fired water heater’s design is certified by CSA International under the

American National Standard Z21.10.1 

- (as indicated on the rating plate) and

CSA 4.1-M

 - (as indicated on the rating plate).

This water heater must be installed in accordance with local codes or, in the

absence of local codes, the 

National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI 

Z22

3.1

-Latest Edition)

and/or in Canada 

CAN/CGA B149 Installation Codes

 (Latest Editions). The

warranty for this water heater is in effect only when the water heater is

installed, adjusted, and operated in accordance with these Installation and

Operating Instructions. The manufacturer will not be held liable for any damage
resulting from alteration and/or failure to comply with these instructions.

This water heater is not design certified for installation in a mobile home. Such
an installation may create a hazardous condition and will nullify the warranty.

Do not use this appliance if any part has been submerged in water. You should

contact a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace
any part of the control system including the combination gas control which has

been submerged in water.

Make sure that you check the rating plate and combination gas control on the
water heater to be certain that the type of gas being supplied corresponds with

the marking on the rating plate and combination gas control.

A sacrificial anode is used to extend tank life. The removal of this anode, for

any reason, will nullify the warranty. In areas where water is unusually active,

an odor may occur at the hot water faucet due to a reaction between the
sacrificial anode and the impurities in the water. If this should happen, an

alternative anode may be purchased from the supplier that installed this water

heater. This will minimize the odor while protecting the tank. Additionally, the
water heater should be flushed with appropriate dissolvers to eliminate any

bacteria.

INSTALLATION & SERVICE MANUAL

 WARNING

If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly,

a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal

injury or death.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable, combustible, or

corrosive vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other

appliance.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any telephone

in your building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s

telephone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire

department.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer,

service agency or the gas supplier.

 CAUTION

Incorrect operation of this appliance may create a hazard to

life and property and will nullify the warranty.

 DANGER

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable, combustible,

or corrosive vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any

other appliance.

IMPORTANT

Before proceeding, please inspect the water heater and components for
possible damage.

 DO NOT

 install any damaged components. If damage is

evident then please contact the supplier where the water heater was
purchased or the manufacturer listed on the rating plate for replacement
parts.

Summary of Contents for RPV-I&S

Page 1: ...ged in water You should contact a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system including the combination gas control which has been submerged in water Make sure that you check the rating plate and combination gas control on the water heater to be certain that the type of gas being supplied corresponds with the marking on the rating plate and c...

Page 2: ... is recommended that a minimum clearance of four 4 inches 10 2 cm be provided on the side of the water heater for servicing and maintenance of the combination temperature and pressure relief valve MINIMUM CLEARANCES This installation must allow access to the front of the water heater and adequate clearance must be provided for servicing and operating this water heater The water heater may be insta...

Page 3: ...ainst on installations where condensation can form in the venting system Formation of condensation in the venting system of Power Vented water heaters is dependent upon installation conditions including but not limited to 1 Ambient temperature and humidity of installation location 2 Ambient temperature and humidity of venting space vent distance and slope 3 And product usage In order to effectivel...

Page 4: ... support brackets for every 3 feet 91 m of horizontal vent THROUGH THE ROOF VENTING VERTICAL VENTING Cut the necessary holes through the roof and ceiling and install the vent connector as shown in Figure 4 Make sure that the installation meets the local codes and or The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 Latest Edition or CGA CAN B149 Installation Code Figure 2 TABLE 3 VENT CONNECTOR LENGTHS FOR 4...

Page 5: ...ing with 3 7 6 cm PVC use a 3 7 6 cm to 2 5 1 cm reducer to exit through the building wall with 2 5 1 cm PVC Use the 2 5 1 cm vent terminal supplied with the water heater to terminate on the outside of the building If the length of the 2 5 1 cm needed to go through the wall is greater than 14 35 6 cm use 3 7 6 cm PVC to go through the wall and reduce to 2 5 1 cm PVC immediately after exiting the o...

Page 6: ... and or The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 Latest Edition or CGA CAN B149 Installation Code THROUGH THE WALL VENTING WITH LOW GROUND CLEARANCE When venting cannot exit through the wall at a height greater than or equal to 12 30 5 cm from the ground or from the anticipated snow level then the installation must be modified as shown below see Figure 10 Refer to Table 9 for maximum venting lengths...

Page 7: ...zation equipment in the confined space but not less than 100 square inches 645 cm2 One opening must be within 12 inches 31 cm of the top and one within 12 inches 31 cm of the bottom of the enclosure All Air From Outdoors The confined space must be provided with two permanent openings one commencing within 12 inches 31 cm of the top and one commencing within 12 inches 31 cm from the bottom of the e...

Page 8: ...ble from the local plumbing supplier Please consult with a plumbing professional CAUTION If sweat fittings are to be usedDO NOT apply heat to the nipples on top of the water heater Sweat the tubing to the adapter before fitting the adapter to the waterconnections Itisimperativethatheatisnotappliedtothenipplescontaining a plastic liner WARNING FAILURE TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN A NEW LISTED 3 4 X 3 4 ...

Page 9: ...supply to the corresponding locations that were connected to the flexible line cord The wiring diagram for the 48 gal 65 000 BTU 181 7 L 19 1 Kw Hr 65 gal 65 000 BTU 246 1 L 19 1 Kw Hr and 75 gal 76 000 BTU input 283 9 L 22 3 Kw Hr models is located in Figure 11 on page 10 The wiring diagram for the 40 gal 40 000 BTU 151 4 L 11 7 Kw Hr and 48 gal 40 000 BTU 181 7 L 11 7 Kw Hr models are located in...

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Page 12: ...anual gas control valve to the appliance and call a qualified service technician Note Whenever the water heater is filled with cold water condensate will form on the cool tank surface and drops of water will fall on the hot burner and combustion chamber surfaces producing a sizzling noise Condensation is normal and does not indicate a leak It will disappear when the tank becomes heated FOR YOUR SA...

Page 13: ...pplier or local plumbing inspector on how to correct this situation Do not plug the combination temperature and pressure relief valve outlet 10 A combination sacrificial anode rod hot water outlet nipple has been installed to extend tank life The anode rod should be inspected periodically every 2 years and replaced when necessary to prolong tank life Water conditions in your area will influence th...

Page 14: ...icals such as those used for boiler treatment must not be introduced into potable water used for space heating 3 This water heater must not be connected to an existing heating system or component s previously used with a non potable water heating appliance 4 When the system requires water for space heating at temperatures higher than required for other means a tempering valve must be installed to ...

Page 15: ...l c Applicator Tools i A pure bristle paintbrush or roller may be used to apply cement Prompt application of the cement is important due its fast drying properties 3 Inspection Cleaning Priming and Cementing a Inspect the pipe inside and out for dirt dust moisture or grease etc Check pipe and fittings for splits or cracks and replace if necessary b Clean pipe and fittings are imperative for proper...

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