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Be sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before attempting to install or operate this water 

heater. It may save you time and money. Pay particular attention to the Safety Instructions. Failure to follow these 

warnings could result in serious bodily injury or death. Should you have problems understanding the instructions in 

this manual, or have any questions, STOP, and get help from a qualified service technician, or the local gas utility.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

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Failure to install the blower assembly and properly vent the water heater to the outdoors 

as outlined in the Venting Section of the Installation Instructions in this manual can result 

in unsafe operation of the water heater. To avoid the risk of fire, explosion, or asphyxiation 

from carbon monoxide, never operate this water heater unless it is properly vented and 

has an adequate air supply for proper operation. Be sure to inspect the vent system for 

proper installation at initial start-up; and at least annually thereafter. Refer to the Care and 

Cleaning section of this manual for more information regarding vent system inspection.

DANGER!

INSTALL THE BLOWER ASSEMBLY AND PROPERLY VENT 

THE WATER HEATER

Gasoline, as well as other flammable materials and liquids (which include but are not 

limited to adhesives, solvents, paint thinners etc.), and the vapors they produce are 

extremely dangerous. DO NOT handle, use or store gasoline or other flammable or 

combustible materials anywhere near or in the vicinity of a water heater or any other 

appliance. Be sure to read and follow warning label pictured below and other labels on the 

water heater, as well as the warnings printed in this manual. Failure to do so can result in 

property damage, bodily injury or death.

WARNING!

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FLAMMABLES

Flammable Vapors

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD

Can result in serious injury or death.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids

in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Storage of or use of gasoline

or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other

appliance can result in serious injury or death.

W A R N I N G

NOTICE: This water heater is equipped with a flammable vapor sensor that will automatically shut 

down the water heater in the presence of gasoline vapors and some other flammable vapors.  If the 

flammable vapor sensor shuts down the water heater, contact a qualified service technician.  Clear any 

hazardous materials and ventilate the area around the water heater.  Do not turn off the appliance 

or adjust the ON/OFF switch in any way.  Do not tamper with the flammable vapor sensor.  Do not 

submerse the flammable vapor sensor in water.  Do not allow the flammable vapor sensor to come into 

contact with any substances such as bleach or cleaners.  See the “Gas Valve LED Error Code” Section 

of this manual for a list of error codes.

Содержание PowerVent AP14236

Страница 1: ...he basic directions and recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of the water heater and two for the owner operator to explain the features operation safety precautions maintenance a...

Страница 2: ...time and money over the life of your water heater You ll find many answers to common problems in the Troubleshooting Guide If you review the chart of Troubleshooting Tips first you may not need to ca...

Страница 3: ...s paint thinners etc and the vapors they produce are extremely dangerous DO NOT handle use or store gasoline or other flammable or combustible materials anywhere near or in the vicinity of a water hea...

Страница 4: ...rature Dial D A N G E R HOT Water temperature over 125 F can cause severe burns instantly or death from scalds Children disabled and elderly are at highest risk of being scalded See instruction manual...

Страница 5: ...LP gas must be used with great caution It is heavier than air and will collect first in lower areas making it hard to detect at nose level Before attempting to light the water heater make sure to look...

Страница 6: ...installation For residential water heaters of a capacity greater than 52 gallons consult the local building jurisdiction for acceptable bracing procedures Have the installer show you the location of t...

Страница 7: ...ate a shut down condition of the water heater which will not allow the water heater to ignite until examined by a Qualified Service Technician The water heater must be located so it is not subject to...

Страница 8: ...than one square inch per 4000 Btuh of the total input rating of all the appliances in the enclosure If horizontal ducts are used to communicate with the outdoors each opening must have a minimum net...

Страница 9: ...ondition and eliminating the repeated operation of the relief valve Other methods of controlling thermal expansion are also available Contact your installing contractor water supplier or plumbing insp...

Страница 10: ...ncealed and should be protected from freezing No valve of any type restriction or reducer coupling should be installed in the discharge line To Fill the Water Heater Make certain that the drain valve...

Страница 11: ...s supply piping at pressures equal to or less than 3 8 psi 10 5 w c for natural gas or 1 2 psi 14 w c for LP gas Gas Supply The branch gas supply line to the water heater should be clean 1 2 black ste...

Страница 12: ...nual have been met Carefully inspect the entire venting system for any signs of cracks or fractures particularly at the joints between elbows or other fittings and the straight length of vent pipe Che...

Страница 13: ...s For the 2 vent one 90 elbow is approximately equal to 6 feet of vent pipe One 45 elbow is approximately equal to 3 feet of vent pipe Minimum vent length for 2 vent pipe is one 1 foot of vertical pip...

Страница 14: ...t Pipe Length in Feet ft 0 Maximum Altitude See chart on upper left One 1 None 95 One 1 One 1 92 5 Two 2 None 90 Two 2 One 1 87 5 Three 3 None 85 Three 3 One 1 82 5 Four 4 None 80 Four 4 One 1 77 5 Fi...

Страница 15: ...xterior wall under the eaves and on surrounding objects Some discoloration to the exterior of the building is to be expected However improper location or installation can result in severe damage to th...

Страница 16: ...without additional support for vent Four 4 feet from any gable dormer or other roof structure with building interior access i e vent window etc Ten 10 feet from any forced air inlet to the building A...

Страница 17: ...the joint with a rag Allow 15 minutes before handling Cure time will vary according to fit temperature and humidity NOTICE Stir the solvent cement frequently while using Use a natural bristle brush or...

Страница 18: ...nce with latest edition of the National Electric Code ANSI NFPA No 70 Refer to the figures below for water heater internal wiring NOTE It is not recommended that this unit be installed on a GFCI circu...

Страница 19: ...ication of an external insulation blanket to this water heater pay careful attention to the following so as not to restrict the proper function and operation of the water heater Do not cover the opera...

Страница 20: ...cess Door unless absolutely necessary This should only be done by a qualified service technician A new burner access door gasket must be installed on any burner access door that has been removed DON T...

Страница 21: ...and free of leaks Gas line equipped with shut off valve union and sediment trap Approved pipe joint compound used Soap and water solution used to check all connections and fittings for possible gas l...

Страница 22: ...ating Installation Spring loaded check valve in heating unit hot water supply line and cold water return line not supplied with water heater NOTE This check valve is incorporated in some heating units...

Страница 23: ...s phone Follow the gas suppliers Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electric switch do not use any phone in your building WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS 9 10 Stop Read the safety informa...

Страница 24: ...temperature of the water in the water heater can be regulated by pressing the buttons on the front of the gas control thermostat Safety and energy conservation are factors to be considered when selec...

Страница 25: ...refore always remember to test the water temperature with your hand before use and remember that hotter water increases the risk of scald injury Also always supervise young children or others who are...

Страница 26: ...as valve which will extinguish the main burner flames The blower motor will stay energized for an additional 30 seconds after the control verifies that the burner flame is extinguished in order to cle...

Страница 27: ...ef valve on the water heater discharges periodically this may be due to thermal expansion in a closed water system Contact the water supplier or your plumbing contractor on how to correct this DO NOT...

Страница 28: ...ealed area If the burner access door is removed the burner access door gasket must be replaced For cleaning remove the burner from the water heater A vacuum cleaner can be used on the burner and floor...

Страница 29: ...Gas Caution in the Operating Instructions Anode Rod This water heater is equipped with an anode rod designed to prolong the life of the glass lined tank The anode rod is slowly consumed thereby elimin...

Страница 30: ...inlet openings on water heater jacket Not enough combustion or Proper operation of the water heater requires air for ventilation air supplied to combustion and ventilation See the Combustion and the...

Страница 31: ...ion Shutoff System Contact a qualified service technician tripped Water is too hot The gas control thermostat See the Water Temperature Setting of The Water is set too high Heater section of this manu...

Страница 32: ...d A B C Error in the hot surface ignitor cir cuit 1 Check that all wiring is correct and secure 2 Replace hot surface ignitor A B C System in lockout 1 Gas supply is off or too low to operate 2 Hot su...

Страница 33: ...hermostat burners vent connectors or other safety devices Refer repairs to qualified service personnel Use only original equipment replacement parts Blower Assembly Flue baffle and hanger Anode rod He...

Страница 34: ...34 Notes...

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Страница 36: ...an attic the hard wired carbon monoxide detec tor with alarm and battery back up may be installed on the next adjacent floor level b In the event that the requirements of this subdivision can not be...

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