GAS-FIRED WATER HEATER A Spanish language version of these instructions is available by contacting the company listed on the rating plate. La versión española de estas instrucciones se puede obtener al escribirle a la fábrica cuyo nombre aparece en la placa de especificaciones. INSTALLATION & OPERATION INSTRUCTION MANUAL WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result in property damage, personal injury, or death.
CONGRATULATIONS! You have purchased one of the finest water heaters on the market today! This installation, operation and instruction manual will explain in detail the installation and maintenance of your new Gas Water Heater. We strongly recommend that you contact a plumbing professional for the installation of this water heater. We require that you carefully read this manual, as well as the enclosed warranty, and refer to it when questions arise.
GENERAL INFORMATION This gas-fired water heater is design certified by CSA International under the applicable American National Standard, Z21.10.1 or Z21.10.3-(as indicated on the rating plate), or CSA 4.1-(as indicated on the rating plate), available from CSA International, 8501 East Pleasant Valley Road, Cleveland, OH U.S.A. 44131-5575. This water heater must be installed in accordance with local codes.
General Information continued- 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. This water heater has been manufactured for operation at altitudes from sea level to 2000 ft (610 m).
Installation (Locating the Water Heater) continued- Water heaters in residential garages must be installed so that all burner(s) and burner ignition device(s) are located not less than 18 in (45.7 cm) above the floor and be located, or protected, to avoid physical damage. For other installations refer to local codes. In the absence of local codes, the water heater must be installed in compliance with the National Fuel Gas Code, (ANSI Z223.1- Latest Edition), or in Canada CAN/CGA B149.
Installation (Locating the Water Heater) continued- WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT ANY GAS APPLIANCE IF YOU ARE NOT CERTAIN OF THE FOLLOWING: • Liquefied petroleum gases/propane gas and natural gas have an odorant added by the gas supplier that aids in detection of the gas. • Most people recognize this odor as a “sulfur” or “rotten egg” smell. • Other conditions, such as “odorant fade” can cause the odorant to diminish in intensity, or “fade,” and not be as readily detectable.
Installation (Minimum Clearances) continued- heater. The water heater may be installed on either a combustible or noncombustible floor. If the water heater is to be installed directly on carpeting, it must be installed on top of a metal or wood panel (or equivalent) extending beyond the full width and depth of the appliance by at least 3 in (7.
Venting continued- WARNING Carefully inspect the venting system of a replacement water heater installation before connecting to the venting system. All joints in the vent connector must be securely fastened with screws and fit tightly together. Inspect the venting system for signs of deterioration (rust and perforation) and replace any sections that are not in good condition. The chimney must be lined and in good condition. Check to make sure the venting system is properly sized for the water heater.
Combustion Air Supply WARNING Liquefied petroleum gases/propane gases are heavier than air and will remain at floor level if there is a leak. Basements, crawl spaces, closets and areas below ground level will serve as pockets for accumulation of leaking gas. Before lighting, smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor. IF YOU SMELL GAS: • Do not try to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any telephone in your building.
Combustion Air Supply continued- All Air from Outdoors: Provide two permanent openings, one commencing within 12 in (31 cm) of the top and one commencing within 12 in (31 cm) from the bottom of the enclosure. The openings must communicate directly or by ducts with the outdoors or spaces (crawl or attic) that freely communicate with the outdoors. 1.
Installation (Water Connections) continued- CAUTION If sweat fittings are to be used, DO NOT apply heat to the nipples on top of the water heater. Sweat the tubing to the adapter before fitting the adapter to the water connections. It is imperative that heat is not applied to the nipples containing a plastic liner.
Installation (Water Connections) continued- WARNING CONT. Note: Some models may already be equipped or supplied with a combination temperature and pressure relief valve. Verify that the combination temperature and pressure relief valve is in compliance with local codes. If the combination temperature and pressure relief valve does not comply with local codes, replace it with one that does. Follow the installation instructions above on this page.
Installation (Water Connections) continued- APPROXIMATE TIME/TEMPERATURE RELATIONSHIPS IN SCALDS 120°F (49°C) More than 5 minutes 125°F (52°C) 1½ to 2 minutes 130°F (54°C) About 30 seconds 135°F (57°C) About 10 seconds 140°F (60°C) Less than 5 seconds 145°F (63°C) Less than 3 seconds 150°F (66°C) About 1½ seconds 155°F (68°C) About 1 second Gas Connections The gas supply lines must meet all requirements of the National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1-Latest Edition), or in Canada CAN/CGA B149.
Installation (Gas Connections) continued- DO NOT apply pipe dope to the gas valve inlet and make certain that no pipe dope has become lodged in the inlet screen of the gas valve. Extreme care must be taken to ensure no pipe dope enters the gas valve. Avoid excessive torque when tightening the gas supply line to the gas valve. Excessive torque may result in cracking of the gas valve housing and could create a gas leak. When tightening gas supply line to L.P.
GENERAL OPERATION WARNING Water heaters are heat producing appliances. To avoid damage or injury there must be no materials stored against the water heater or vent-air intake system, and proper care must be taken to avoid unnecessary contact (especially by children) with the water heater and vent-air intake system.
Lighting & Shutdown- White Rodgers Mechanical Gas Control 16
Lighting & Shutdown- White Rodgers Electronic Gas Control 17
Lighting & Shutdown- Honeywell Gas Controls 18
Thermostat Adjustment - White Rodgers Mechanical Gas Control Thermostat Adjustment- White Rodgers Electronic Gas Control 19
Thermostat Adjustment – Honeywell Gas Control V1 Thermostat Adjustment – Honeywell Gas Control V2 20
General Operation continued- DANGER Hotter water increases the risk of scald injury. Scalding may occur within five (5) seconds at a temperature setting of 140F (60C). To protect against hot water injury, install an ASSE approved mixing valve in the water system. This valve will reduce point of discharge temperature by mixing cold and hot water in branch water lines. A licensed plumbing professional or local plumbing authority should be consulted.
General Operation continued- WARNING Do not run out of propane gas. Damage to the water heater may occur. WARNING Water heaters are heat producing appliances. To avoid damage or injury there must be no materials stored against the water heater or vent-air intake system, and proper care must be taken to avoid unnecessary contact (especially by children) with the water heater and vent-air intake system.
Maintenance continued- 5. Annually remove the inner door and main burner assembly to clean orifices and related parts of any dirt or other foreign material. Inspect the burner ports for obstructions or debris and clean with a wire brush as needed. Wire brush and/or vacuum clean the combustion chamber as needed to remove scale deposits and debris. NOTE: It is imperative for proper operation of the water heater that the inner door be replaced in the original location.
Maintenance continued- Contact your supplier or plumbing professional for replacement parts or contact the company at the address given on the rating plate of the water heater. Provide the part name, model and serial numbers of the water heater when ordering parts. READ THE WARRANTY FOR A FULL EXPLANATION OF THE LENGTH OF TIME THAT PARTS AND THE WATER HEATER ARE WARRANTED. Troubleshooting- Honeywell V1 LED Status Control Status Probable Cause 1. Gas valve is functioning normally. 2.
Troubleshooting- Honeywell V1 continued LED Status Control Status Probable Cause Five flashes and three second pause Temperature sensor fault. 1. Damage to the temperature wire. 2. Temperature sensor resistance out of range. 3. Replace temperature sensor. 4. If temperature sensor replacement does not correct the problem; verify control is not wet or physically damaged. 5. Turn set point knob to "OFF" position. Turn set point knob to "PILOT" position and light pilot. 6.
Troubleshooting- Honeywell V2 LED Status Control Status Probable Cause Gas valve is functioning normally. Gas valve is not powered. Light pilot. None (LED not on or flashing) Millivolt power is not present. Light pilot. One flash every four seconds (LED green) Not an error. Indicates pilot is lit and main burner is off. You can now turn the knob to a desired setpoint temperature. One flash every second (LED green) Not an error. Indicates main valve is open and main burner is lit. None.
Troubleshooting Chart- White Rodgers Electronic LED Status Control Status None (LED not on or flashing) Indicates control is off. Main and pilot burner are off. Gas valve is functioning normally. Gas valve is not powered. Light pilot. One flash every four seconds Not an error. Indicates pilot is lit and main burner is off. Gas valve is powered and waiting for the set point knob to be turned to a water temperature setting. If the set point knob is at desired setting, the thermostat is satisfied.
Troubleshooting continued- Manufactured under one or more of the following U.S.
PARTS LIST AND DRAWING Figure 12 PART NAME AND DESCRIPTION 1. Draft Diverter 2. Hole Closure 3. Flue Reducer 4. Magnesium Anode 5. Nipple 6. Flue Baffle Assembly 7. Dip Tube-Cold Water Inlet 8. Escutcheon 9. Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve 10. Combination Gas Control and Thermostat 11. Drain Valve 12. Inner Door (Left Side) 13. Hex Screw 10-12 x 3/4 14. Radiation Shield 15. Inner Door (Right Side) 16. Hex Screw 8-15 x 3/4 17. Outer Door 18. Combustion Chamber 19. Steel Burner 20. Orifice 21.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATIONS SUITABLE FOR WATER (POTABLE) HEATING AND SPACE HEATING Instructions are as follows: 1. All piping components connected to this water heater for space heating applications must be suitable for use with potable water. In Massachusetts, space heating piping length must NOT exceed 50 ft. 2. Toxic chemicals, such as those used for boiler treatment, must NOT be introduced into potable water used for space heating. 3.
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