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When the outlet temperature exceeds 200°F, the automatic high
limit action occurs. The water heater shuts down until the outlet
water temperature cools below 190°F, and a 60 second timer has
expired. If the outlet temperature continues to increase, the
manual reset high limit action will occur at 210°F.
High limit test procedure
Monitor external limits
Connections are provided on the connection board for
external limits such as a flow switch and gas pressure
switches. The SMART SYSTEM will shut off the burner
and inhibit relighting whenever any of these external limits
open.
Runtime and alarm outputs
The water heater provides dry contacts for indicating
when the water heater is running, and when it is unable to
operate.
Runtime and cycle counting
The control uses a timer to monitor the total hours of
burner operation. The timer monitors the time the water
heater is firing.
The control uses two (2) ignition counters to monitor the
amount of water heater cycles. The first counter counts all
ignitions of the control. The second counter counts only
ignition attempts that have failed.
Service reminder
The control can be programmed for service reminder
notification. This notification will become active when
either a set amount of time has expired, or a set amount of
running hours or cycles has expired (all adjustable by the
installer). The display will show a Maintenance Required
screen. The installer’s name and phone number can be
programmed into the control. This information will appear
on the Maintenance Required screen. The service reminder
notification can be reset or disabled by the installer.
The time dependent feature has been disabled by the
manufacturer. To enable this feature change the parameter
to the desired time interval, reference the Outdoor Armor
Service Manual for details regarding parameters.
Error logging
The control will hold in memory the last 10 lockouts as
well as the last 10 blockings. The date and time of the
occurrence will be recorded as well. Only the 10 most
current occurrences of each will be held in memory.
Water heater temperature regulation
Operating temperature (target)
The SMART SYSTEM control module senses water
temperature and regulates water heater firing and firing rate
to achieve a target temperature. The target temperature can
be set between 60°F and 190°F.
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Operating information
(continued)
1. Turn ON the main power to the water heater by placing the
ON/OFF switch in the ON position.
2. From the Status Screen, press the NAVIGATION dial to
access the Set Points Screen.
3. Press the LEFT SELECT (LIMITS) key.
4. Select the manual reset high limit (MRHL) by rotating
the NAVIGATION dial counterclockwise, then press
the NAVIGATION dial.
5. Decrease the set point of the MRHL to below the current
outlet temperature (or to its minimum setting, whichever
is higher) by turning the NAVIGATION dial
counterclockwise.
6. Press the RIGHT SELECT [SAVE] key.
7. Press the RIGHT SELECT [HOME] key. The new
parameter will upload to the control.
8. If the current outlet temperature is above the new MRHL
set point, the MRHL will function causing water heater
lockout. If this occurs, skip to Step 11.
9. If the current outlet temperature is below the new MRHL
set point, locate the pinhole (SERVICE button) below the
RESET button on the display board. Insert a thin probe
(such as a paper clip) into the hole and press the button
continuously for five (5) seconds to place the water heater
into Service Mode. In Service Mode, the water heater will
fire at ignition speed and will then modulate up to full fire.
10. Once the outlet temperature rises up to the MRHL set
point, the MRHL will function, causing the water heater to
shut down and lock out.
11. Repeat Steps 2, 3 and 4.
12. Set the MRHL to the appropriate set point by turning the
NAVIGATION dial clockwise.
13. Repeat Steps 6 and 7.
14. Press the RESET button to clear the lockout.
15. If needed, press the RIGHT SELECT [STOP] key to exit
Service
Mode.
Low water cutoff protection
1. The SMART SYSTEM control module uses temperature
sensing of both supply and return areas of the heat exchanger.
If the flow rate is too low or the outlet temperature too
high, the control module modulates and shuts the water
heater down. This ensures water heater shutdown in the
event of low water or low flow conditions.
2. Some codes and jurisdiction may accept these integral
features of the control in lieu of requiring an additional
limit control or low water cutoff. Consult local jurisdiction
to determine. A low water cutoff is available from the
factory (WTR30024).
Please note that the brackets ([]) denote
screen status.
NOTICE
High limit operations
The outdoor water heater is equipped with a fixed automatic
reset high limit and an adjustable manual reset high limit.
The automatic reset high limit has a set point of 200°F and
the manual reset high limit has a maximum set point of
210°F.
Outdoor Armor Water Heater
Installation & Operation Manual
