SPECIFICATIONS AND DATA FOR SUBURBAN STORAGE HOT WATER HEATER
1.
Specifications:
Capacity:
17.7 Liters (SW5EA)
26.4 Liters (SW7EA)
Maximum Working Pressure:
850
kPa
Electrical:
Heating Element
240 Volts 50 HZ A.C. 1440 Watts 6 Amp
2. Width:
320mm
Height:
320mm
Depth:
450mm (SW5EA)
500mm (SW7EA)
3.
Location of hot water inlet is 70mm from top dead center.
Location of cold water inlet is 55mm from bottom dead center.
4.
DO NOT
place articles on or against this appliance.
DO NOT
use or store flammable materials near this appliance.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
WARNING! Installation of this appliance must be made in accordance with
the written instructions provided in this manual. No agent, representative
or employee of Suburban or other person has the authority to change,
modify or waive any provision of the instructions contained in this
manual.
NOTE: Do not install the water heater with the door facing toward the
forward end of the coach. See Figures 9, 10 and 11.
This appliance shall be installed only by authorised persons and in accordance
with the manufacturer’s installation instructions, electrical wiring regulations, local
water supply regulations, and any other statutory regulations. Installation shall be
in accordance with AS/NZS 3500.4.
1.
Discharge pipe must be mounted at the pressure relief valve and installed
through floor line of caravan or motor home, and must be left open to free
air so as water can escape if required and is to be installed in a continuously
downward direction and in a frost-free environment. For convenience, a break
-thru grommet has been provided in the bottom of the control housing. The
center of the grommet may be pierced and piping routed through.
2.
A mains pressure reducing valve must be installed in the incoming water
line with a rating of 350 kPa (50 psi).
Please Note:
Warranty will be void if
pressure reducing valve is not installed.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Keep the heater at least 25mm clear of anything that is combustible, like walls,
cupboards and timber.
Provide an opening flush with floor in outer wall of coach as shown. Wall of coach
should be framed as shown in Figure 1. Maintain inside dimensions listed below.
Do not install on carpet unless the carpet is covered by a metal shield at least
50mm greater than the width of the water heater.
INSTALLATION USING HINGED DOOR
(See Figure 2 for illustration)
A.
In some limited accessibility applications, the chocks as illustrated in Figure 3
must be installed prior to setting water heater into position. Install chocks, one
on each side of water heater, as illustrated in Figure 3.
B.
Position heater into framed opening as illustrated.
C.
On mesa or yoder type sidewalls, flatten the wall area around the opening.
D.
Caulk around framed opening (trailer skin) as illustrated.
E.
Lay a bead of silicone caulking (or suitable caulking) around the inner edge of
the control housing (top, bottom and sides). See detail “A” in illustration. This
will seal frame to control housing.
F.
Apply a bead of silicone caulking (or suitable caulking) around back side of
door frame. See detail “A” in illustration. This will seal frame to coach skin.
G.
Fit the door frame into control housing (over the caulking already applied) and
pull frame tight to control housing using the three (3) No. 8-15 x 3 1/2” screws
provided.
H.
Push water heater into framed opening until back side of door frame (now
attached to control housing) is against the side of the coach and firmly attach
with screws around the perimeter of the frame.
NOTE
: The two (2) holes in
bottom of frame identified as “A” in Figure 2 are also used to mount door hinge
to the frame.
I.
If already installed, confirm chocks are supporting the water heater correctly.
If not already completed, install chocks, one on each side of water heater as
illustrated in Figure 3.
J.
Attach door to frame as illustrated.
K.
Close the door so that the door latch protrudes through the slot in the door.
Turn latch 90 degrees to fasten door.
2
MAKING WATER CONNECTIONS
WARNING! A tempering valve or other similar device must be installed
between the outlet of the hot water service and any faucet.
Connect water lines to rear of unit. Suitable fittings must be used in rear of hot
and cold water connections.
DO NOT
glue metal fittings. This will void warranty.
NOTE
: Inside each fitting is a plastic fill tube installed by manufacturer. Its purpose
is to enhance water circulation.
DO NOT REMOVE THE PLASTIC FILL TUBES.
Fill tank with water. Always open both the cold and hot water taps when filling
vehicle water tank to allow air pockets to be forced out of the water heater. When
tank is filled, turn off taps and check for leaks at connections.
After leak testing, drain water from tank.
MAKING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
240 VOLTS A.C.
A.
Refer to Figure 2 for location of A.C. junction box.
B.
The electrical connection must be made to conform with the local authority
having jurisdiction or in the absence of such requirement with the latest
Australian electrical code. All electrical work to be conducted by a licensed
electrician.
C.
Check rating plate and wiring diagram (Figure 5) before proceeding. Install
a fused safety switch or circuit breaker of adequate capacity between heater
and electrical power source. Attach the active and neutral wires from the fused
switch or breaker to corresponding terminals in heater junction box. An earth
wire from a well grounded source must be attached to the earth terminal in the
junction box.
CAUTION: Before applying the 240 VAC power to the water heater junction
box, be sure the switch for electric element is in the “OFF” position.
WARNING! Before the switch for the electric
element is turned to the
“ON” position, the water heater tank must be filled with water. See
“SAFETY WARNINGS”
MAINTENANCE
WARNING! If the user of this appliance fails to maintain it in the condition
in which it was shipped from the factory or if the appliance is not used
solely for its intended purpose or if appliance is not maintained in
accordance with the instructions in this manual, then the risk of a fire
exists which can cause personal injury, property damage or loss of life.
WARNING: For your safety, all repairs should be performed by an
authorised service person.
A.
Periodically check wiring and wire connection to be sure wiring is not damaged/
frayed and that all terminals and connections are tight and in compliance with
codes (See “Making Wire Connections”).