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RESIDENTIAL GAS WATER HEATERS

Installation and Operating Manual

2006  

100324051_2000579115 

  _Rev. 01

KEEP THIS MANUAL IN THE POCKET ON HEATER FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WHENEVER MAINTENANCE ADJUSTMENT OR SERVICE IS REQUIRED.

POWER DIRECT VENT GAS ULTRA LOW NOx MODELS

WITH HOT SURFACE IGNITION

• 

For Your Safety

 •

AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED

BY THIS WATER HEATER.

Read and understand instruction 
manual and safety messages 
before installing, operating or 
servicing this water heater.
Failure to follow instructions and 
safety messages could result in 
death or serious injury.
Instruction manual must remain 
with water heater.

WARNING

ALL TECHNICAL AND WARRANTY QUESTIONS:

 SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE LOCAL DEALER FROM WHOM THE WATER HEATER WAS 

PURCHASED. IF YOU ARE UNSUCCESSFUL, PLEASE CONTACT THE COMPANY LISTED ON THE RATING PLATE ON THE WATER HEATER.

GPDNL-40   
GPDNL-50   

SERIES 100

   

   

- Do not store or use gasoline or other flamma-

ble 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 phone in your building.

  • Immediately call your gas supplier from a 

neighbor's phone. Follow the gas suppli-
er'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.

WARNING: If the information in these instruc-
tions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion 
may result causing property damage, personal 
injury or death.

Содержание ProLine XE GPDNL-40 Series

Страница 1: ...E DIRECTED TO THE LOCAL DEALER FROM WHOM THE WATER HEATER WAS PURCHASED IF YOU ARE UNSUCCESSFUL PLEASE CONTACT THE COMPANY LISTED ON THE RATING PLATE ON THE WATER HEATER GPDNL 40 GPDNL 50 SERIES 100 D...

Страница 2: ...25 Side Wall Vent Termination Standard 25 Roof Vent Termination Standard 25 Side Wall Vent option For Cold Climates 26 Deluxe Horizontal Venting Kit 26 Pyramid Vent Terminal Mushroom Vent Terminal Co...

Страница 3: ...the risk of injury This product is certified to comply with a maximum weighted average of 0 25 lead content as required in some areas IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS Qualified Installer A qualified installer mu...

Страница 4: ...expose water heater control to excessive gas pressure Use only gas shown on rating plate Maintain required clearances to combustibles Keep ignition sources away from faucets after extended period of n...

Страница 5: ...aged For operation above 10 100 a high altitude orifice must be installed Do not operate if soot buildup is present Do not obstruct water heater air intake with insulating jacket Do not obstruct blowe...

Страница 6: ...not operate properly It could cause DEATH SERIOUS BODILY INJURYAND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE This manual contains instructions for installation operation and maintenance of the gas fired water heater It also...

Страница 7: ...imum height of eight 8 feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appliance or equipment The sign shall read in print size no less...

Страница 8: ...ATION REQUIREMENTS 1 CONNECT ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED TIMER TO AN ALL BRONZE PUMP PUMP MUST ACTIVATE EVERY 6 HOURS FOR 60 SECONDS TURN PUMP TIMER OFF BEFORE CLOSING PIPING LOOP SHUT OFF VALVE 2 ALL W...

Страница 9: ...see Figure 4 25 Gear Clamp see Figure 4 26 Blower with Power Cord see Figure 4 27 Air Duct Adapter 28 Air Inlet Snorkel 29 Air Duct 30 Thermal Expansion Tank see Closed Water Systems and Thermal Expan...

Страница 10: ...lothes washing dish washing and other sanitizing needs can scald and cause permanent injury upon contact Short repeated heating cycles caused by small hot water uses can cause a temperature increase o...

Страница 11: ...valves Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat read the Operating The Temperature Control System section in this manual WATER HEATER OPERATION Figure 7 shows the water heater s sequence...

Страница 12: ...to purge the water lines of air and sediment and to ensure complete filling of the tank The electrical power may then be turned on Verify proper operation after servicing See also Installation Checkli...

Страница 13: ...on of the water heater 3 Avoid locations that could cause the water heater to freeze from outside air 4 Selected location must provide access to a properly grounded electrical branch circuit A dedicat...

Страница 14: ...ervicing When installing the heater consideration must be given to proper location Location selected should be as close to the wall as practicable and as centralized with the water piping system as po...

Страница 15: ...wed to collect and freeze Pooling of condensate can restrict airflow and can cause nuisance failures of the system INSULATION BLANKETS Insulation blankets are available to the general public for exter...

Страница 16: ...hemical Hazard WARNING Do not connect to non potable water system Consult a Qualified Installer or Service Agency Follow manufacturer s instructions for installation of valves Before changing the fact...

Страница 17: ...Combo Heating Systems require higher water temperatures than other applications When the system is used to supply water for Combo Heating applications a means such as Thermostatic Mixing Valves see F...

Страница 18: ...on tank should be installed on all closed systems to control the harmful effects of thermal expansion Contact a plumbing service agency or your retail supplier regarding the installation of a thermal...

Страница 19: ...xcessive length over 30 or use of more than four elbows can cause restriction and reduce the discharge capacity of the valve No valve or other obstruction is to be placed between the T P valve and the...

Страница 20: ...te the slit running the length of a section of pipe insulation 5 Spread the slit open and slip the insulation over the cold water inlet pipe Apply gentle pressure along the length of the insulation to...

Страница 21: ...oapy solution and wipe dry Use joint compound or tape compatible with natural gas and propane Leak test before operating heater Disconnect gas piping and shut off valve before pressure testing system...

Страница 22: ...receptacle until the heater has been fully installed Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of water To prevent damage to the tank the tank must be filled with water Water must flow...

Страница 23: ...of the vent pipe system is mandatory for the safe and efficient operation of this water heater and is an important factor in the life of the unit VENT KIT A Vent Kit included with this water heater ma...

Страница 24: ...or the combustion air inlet to any other appliance 6 in for appliances 10 000 BTUh 3 kW 9 in for appliances 10 000 BTUh 3 kW and 50 000 BTUh 15 kW 12 in for appliances 50 000 BTUh 15 kW C to window o...

Страница 25: ...izontal centerline of the air intake terminal may not be located more than 24 below the horizontal centerline of the exhaust vent terminal 4 To avoid exhaust recirculation the air intake terminal may...

Страница 26: ...intake susceptible to debris buildup the entry of birds other small animals or rodents If the debris screens are removed to prevent ice accumulation it is recommended that they be re installed when t...

Страница 27: ...100269737 2 Slide the exhaust vent piping over the exhaust fitting on the air box Ensure the O ring remains in place between the piping and the fitting 3 Slide the air intake vent piping over the air...

Страница 28: ...tance between hole centers can be found in Table 2 2 Slide both the intake and exhaust pipes through the holes Solvent cement both pipes to the base of the vent termination kit follow the solvent ceme...

Страница 29: ...on kit in a vertical roof installation Ensure the combustion air intake location is above the anticipated snow level VENT DIA P N 2 100112869 Table 3 STRAP FIELD SUPPLIED COMBUSTION AIR COMBUSTION AIR...

Страница 30: ...tion are permitted on the water heater models listed in Table 4 WATER HEATER MODEL MAX EQUIV VENT LENGTH VENT DIAM 40gal 40k BTU hr 50 2 50gal 40k BTU hr 50 2 Table 4 When a Tee termination is used tw...

Страница 31: ...Use of cellular core PVC ASTM F891 cellular core CPVC or Radel polyphenolsulfone in non metallic venting systems is prohibited POLYPROPYLENE VENT SYSTEMS Polypropylene vent systems do not use cement t...

Страница 32: ...mbined lengths of both systems Minimum pipe length is 2 with a minimum of one 90 elbow per side intake and exhaust 1 Determine termination type and pipe size 2 Determine number of elbows in vent syste...

Страница 33: ...ttings listed are only for installations at altitudes of up to and includeing 5 400 For operation at elevations above 5 400 but below 10 100 the heater requires a Hi Altitude Kit P N 100308933 Table 6...

Страница 34: ...Table 5 When required the restrictive screens may be located at the termination or next to the blower In freezing weather it is recommended to locate the restrictive screens next to the blower to redu...

Страница 35: ...d Note If a vent screen in the air intake vent system is located at the blower this joint should not be cemented but secured with a screw to allow servicing see Figure 44 through Figure 46 Vent Pipe R...

Страница 36: ...and fittings 6 and above Read instruction manual before installing using or servicing water heater Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any ot...

Страница 37: ...nt must be applied to the joint to fill the gap between the pipe and fitting The gap must be filled to obtain a strong leak free joint D Inspection cleaning priming Visually inspect the inside of the...

Страница 38: ...e Figure 44 through Figure 46 5 This water heater is a polarity sensitive appliance and will not operate if the power supply polarity is reversed Power to this water heater must be wired properly corr...

Страница 39: ...ent piping is firmly secured in the coupling and is gas tight Do not over tighten or cause distortion of any of the parts Ensure the bottom of the rubber coupling is firmly seated on the blower outlet...

Страница 40: ...at least halfway prior to operating the heater Ensure the end of the tube has access to a drain as condensate will flow from the end Secure the tubing to the side of the heater Caution must be used t...

Страница 41: ...e size length and number of elbows on exhaust vent system Installed in accordance with prevailing provisions of local codes or in the absence of such the latest edition of National Fuel Gas Code ANSI...

Страница 42: ...ch on the control to the OFF position 5 Do not attempt to light manually 6 Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas If you then smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information above on this label If...

Страница 43: ...people are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than others These include the elderly children the infirm or physically mentally handicapped If anyone using hot water fits into one of t...

Страница 44: ...peratures indicated are approximate The actual temperature of the heated water may vary In some cases repeated small draws of water can cause the hot and cold water in the tank to stack in layers If t...

Страница 45: ...s and should be considered normal OPERATIONAL CONDITIONS Smelly Water Each water heater contains at least one anode rod for corrosion protection of the tank Certain water conditions will cause a react...

Страница 46: ...while the heater is in operation Remove any debris that may have accumulated on the screen in the vent terminations Check all vent system connections for damage or deterioration which could cause imp...

Страница 47: ...lief valve operation make sure that 1 no one is in front of or around the outlet of the T P valve discharge line and 2 that water discharge will not cause any property damage as water may be extremely...

Страница 48: ...ct a qualified person 5 CLOSE the cold water inlet valve to the water heater 6 Open the drain valve on the water heater 7 If not already done open a hot water faucet to help the water in the tank drai...

Страница 49: ...ulfide gas dissolved in the water The removal of the anode rod requires a 1 1 16 socket Important Do not operate the water heater without a functioning anode rod as this will void any warranties A spe...

Страница 50: ...high water pressure in your area E The temperature pressure relief valve may be leaking at the tank fitting F Water from a drain valve may be due to the valve being slightly opened G The drain valve m...

Страница 51: ...27 Air Duct Adapter 28 Air Inlet Snorkel 29 Air Duct 31 Flame Sensor Rod see Figure 3 see also Figure 56 32 Sheet Metal Burner see Figure 3 see also Figure 56 33 Gas Orifice see Figure 3 see also Fig...

Страница 52: ...36 32 31 33 34 39 Figure 56 24 40 45 26 42 Shown with Junction Box Cover removed for clarity 41 44 25 43 Figure 57 Notes Items not supplied with the water heater Caution harness has 120 VAC during op...

Страница 53: ...the ON OFF switch to the OFF position Wait for 10 seconds and move the switch back to the ON position If the problem that caused the control to lock out has not been corrected the control will remain...

Страница 54: ...7 Six One Flash three second pause Soft Lockout Retry Limit Failed Trial For Ignition 8 Six Two Flash three second pause Soft Lockout Recycle Limit Pressure Switch High Limit opened 9 Six Three Flash...

Страница 55: ...Ensure the air pressure sensing tubes are properly connected and not kinked or damaged 3 Check continuity of the vent temperature limit switch replace switch if contact remain open 4 Check continuity...

Страница 56: ...d air intake pipes 7 If there are excessive restrictions in the air intake pipe the air pressure switch N C will open 8 Check air pressure switch performance Check blower vacuum with a manometer Compa...

Страница 57: ...et your family s hot water needs with the existing water heater by installing Thermostatic Mixing Valves see Figure 6 at each point of use and then turning the gas control knob to a higher setting Dri...

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