GAS-FIRED WATER HEATER A Spanish language version of these instructions is available by contacting the company listed on the rating plate. La version Espanola de estas instrucciones se puede obtener al escribirle a la fabrica 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 (610m).
Installation (Locating the Water Heater) continuedWater 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 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.
Minimum Clearances WARNING Failure to adhere to these installation and operating instructions may create a hazard to life and property and will nullify the warranty. This installation must allow access to the front of the water heater and adequate clearance must be provided for servicing and operating this water heater. The water heater may be installed on either a combustible or noncombustible floor.
Venting WARNING The venting system must be installed properly following all local codes or in the absence of local codes, the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1- latest edition), or in Canada, The Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code (B149.1-00 latest edition). Failure to properly install the venting system could result in property damage, personal injury, or death.
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 continuedin the confined space, but not less than 100 in2 (0.06 m2). One opening must be within 12 in (31 cm) of the top and one within 12 in (31 cm) of the bottom of the enclosure. 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.
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) continuedWater temperature over 125°F can cause severe burns instantly or death from scalds. Children, disabled and elderly are at highest risk of being scalded. Review this instruction manual before setting temperature at water heater. Feel water before bathing or showering. Temperature limiting valves are available.
Installation (Gas Connections) continued- be installed as close to the water heater as possible in the gas supply line feeding the water heater to permit servicing of the water heater. Compounds used on the threaded joints of the gas piping must be resistant to the action of liquefied petroleum gases/propane gas. 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.
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 Control 18
Thermostat Adjustment- White Rodgers Mechanical Gas Control Thermostat Adjustment- White Rodgers Electronic Gas Control 19
Thermostat Adjustment – Honeywell V1 Gas Control Thermostat Adjustment – Honeywell V2 Gas Control 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.
Burner Flame Checks 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 continued5. 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.
Troubleshooting- Honeywell V1 LED Status Control Status Probable Cause None (LED not on or flashing) Millivolt power is not present. Light pilot. 1. Gas valve is functioning normally. 2. Gas valve is not powered. Light pilot. One flash and three second pause If set point knob is in “PILOT” position, then pilot flame is detected. (no faults). Gas valve is powered and waiting for the set point knob to be turned to a water temperature setting.
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 Chart- Honeywell V2 LED Status Control Status Probable Cause 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 (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.
Troubleshooting- White Rodgers Electronic LED Status Control Status Probable Cause 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.
Troubleshooting continuedManufactured under one or more of the following U.S. Patents: 5,277,171; 5,341,770; 5,372,185; 5,485,879; 5,574,822; 5,596,952; 5,660,165; 5,682,666; 5,761,379; 5,943,984; 5,954,492; 5,988,117; 6,056,542; 6,142,216; 6,442,178; 6,684,821; 6,935,280; 7,063,132; 7,063,133; 7,007,748; 7,270,087; 7,334,419; 7,337,517; 7,409,925; 7,458,341; 7,559,293; 7,621,238; 7,634,976; 7,650,859; 7,665,210; 7,665,211; 7,699,026; 7,866,168; 7,900,589; 7,971,560; 7,992,526 8,082,888; 8,146,772; Other U.
PARTS LIST AND DRAWING PART NAME AND DESCRIPTION 1. Draft Diverter 2. Flue Core Assembly (Certain Models) 3. Jacket Head Pan 4. Fiberglass Head Insulation 5. Flue Baffle Assembly 6. Magnesium Anode-Hot Water Outlet 7. Dip Tube-Cold Water Inlet 8. Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve 9. Glass Lined Tank 10. Foam Insulation 11. Combination gas control & thermostat 12. Drain Valve 13. Fiberglass Insulation 14. Outer Door (Varies by Model) 29 15. Jacket 16. Combustion Chamber 17. Radiation Shield 18.
THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR INSTALLATION OF: GAS WATER HEATERS SUITABLE FOR WATER (POTABLE) HEATING AND SPACE HEATING 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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