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TABLE OF CONTENTS

I) Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

II) Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

III) Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Air Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Vent and Exhaust Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Oil Supply Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Water Supply Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Electrical Supply Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

IV) Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

V) Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

VI) Combination Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

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JWF307 - JW317 - JW327

JWF507 - JW517 - JW527

JWF307V - JW717 - JW727

JWF657

PART NO. 61512 REV. F (05-03)

GSW WATER HEATING

599 Hill Street West

Fergus, ON, Canada N1M 2X1

WARNING:

If the information in these instructions is

not followed exactly, a fire or explosion

may result causing property damage, per-

sonal injury or death.

WARNING:

Improper installation, adjustment, alter-

ation, service, or maintenance can cause

injury or property damage. Refer to this

manual. For assistance or additional infor-

mation, consult a qualified Oil-Burner

Technician or the oil supplier.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

• Do not store or use gasoline or other

flammable vapors and liquids in the

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• Installation and service must be per-

formed by a qualified Oil-Burner

Technician or the oil supplier.

INSTALLATION RECORD

This water heater is protected by a five (5) year warranty against

leaks plus a one (1) year warranty on parts.

Record key data here for future reference and prompt service:

Installed By / Purchased From:

Location of Electrical Switch

or Circuit Protector:

Installation Date:

Serial Number

Model Number

Technical Support Line: 1-888-479-8324

OIL FIRED WATER HEATER

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Read and understand these instructions thoroughly before attempting

any installation or service.

GSW Water Heating is a division of GSW Water Products Inc.

Summary of content (20 pages)

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GSW WATER HEATING 599 Hill Street West Fergus, ON, Canada N1M 2X1 OIL FIRED WATER HEATER INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand these instructions thoroughly before attempting any installation or service. TABLE OF CONTENTS I) Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 II) Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 III) Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Location . . . . . . . . . . .
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Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING”. DANGER You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.
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II) SAFETY Relief Valve Requirements III) INSTALLATION Location For protection against excessive pressure and/or temperatures, an ASME approved Temperature and Pressure (T&P) Relief Valve must be installed in the opening provided and labeled near the hot water outlet. Pressure rating of the valve must not exceed the working pressure shown on the rating plate of the water heater. The discharge capacity of the T&P valve must be equal to or greater than the input capacity of the water heater.
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COMBUSTIBLE CEILING FLUE SEE TABLE FLUE SEE TABLE FLUE SIZES SEE TABLE TOP SEE TABLE 457mm (18 in.) MIN. NOTE: JWF307V requires additional “Through-the-wall Vent Kit” available in 3 lengths: 5’ (63320), 10’ (63321) or 20’ (63322). Refer to additional “Installation Instructions for Throughthe-wall Venting Components", 63391, that is supplied with the JWF307V. DRAFT REGULATOR 610mm (24 in.) MIN.
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H H G E E D D F C C B G B A F Model mm Diam. in. mm A in. mm B in. mm C in. mm D in. mm E in. mm F in. mm G in. mm H in.
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VENT FILL CAP DRAFT REGULATOR BLOCKED VENT SAFETY SWITCH SERVICE SWITCH LEVEL GAUGE RISE 20mm/m (1/4 in./ft.) T&P VALVE AQUASTAT OIL STORAGE TANK OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CUT OFF VALVE OIL FILTER OIL BURNER Figure 4 INSTALLATION DIAGRAM Air Requirements An adequate supply of combustion and ventilation air is required to: • Ensure proper combustion. • Reduce risk of property damage, severe bodily injury or death from possible flue gas leakage and carbon monoxide emissions.
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appliances in the enclosure, freely communicating with interior areas that have in turn adequate infiltration from the outside. It shall also have a combustion air supply opening so that the total air received through the opening will be at least as much as would be admitted by openings having a total free area of 4.5 cm2/kWh (1 in2/5000 Btu/h) of the total input rating of all oil-fired appliances in the enclosure.
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Chimney Be sure that the chimney is sufficiently high and large enough to meet the specifications of the burner unit installed. Check that there is sufficient draft for the proper burning of oil. At least -0.015 in. (-0.381mm) water column of over-fire draft is recommended. CK SERIES CONTROL KIT Blocked Vent Safety Switch SWG II 4HD POWER VENTER DRAFT REGULATOR Oil-fired water heaters installed in Canada must be fitted with the blocked vent safety switch supplied with your heater.
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Burning Equipment (NFPA 31)” (as applicable), local codes and the manufacturer’s instructions. The burner should be installed only by a qualified Oil-Burner Technician. Oil Supply Connections All aspects of oil tank location and installation, tank size, oil piping supply and burners, including any fittings, valves, filters or any fuel handling components must comply with: • “Installation Code for Oil Burning Equipment (CAN/CSA-B139)”, (Canada). • “Standard for the Installation of Oil-Burning Equipment.
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HOT WATER OUTLET BREECH CONNECTION COLD WATER SHUT-OFF NIPPLE FLUE COLLAR CAPPED FOR REAR FLUE USE (OPTIONAL) HOT WATER VACUUM BREAKER OUTLET COLD WATER SHUT-OFF TOP T&P VALVE T&P VALVE AQUASTAT TEMPERATURE CONTROL AQUASTAT TEMPERATURE CONTROL DRIP TUBE COLD INLET AND DRAIN VALVE COMBINATION DRAIN VALVE CENTER OF BLAST TUBE CENTER OF BLAST TUBE NON-COMBUSTIBLE FLOOR 150 TO 305mm 6 TO 12” Figure 7 PLUMBING CONNECTIONS (CENTER FLUE) up of lime in the T&P valve, there are two recommendations: 1.
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R7184 L1 BLACK LIMIT RED L2 WHITE VALVE VIOLET BURNER MOTOR ORANGE IGNITOR BLUE T JUMPER T3 ENVIRACOM™ TERMINAL 2 1 TO REMOTE ALARM CIRCUIT ALARM LINE VOLTAGE THERMOSTAT OR AQUASTAT® CONTROL L1 HOT LIMIT L2 NEUTRAL OIL VALVE BLOCKED VENT SAFETY SWITCH (CANADA ONLY) BURNER MOTOR IGNITOR YELLOW CAD CELL YELLOW CAD CELL Figure 9 TYPICAL PRIMARY CONTROL WIRING (R7184P).
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Startup Installation Checklist NOTE: refer to the instruction manual supplied with the burner for installation, start up and adjustment. MAKE SURE THAT THE HEATER IS FULL OF WATER. See “Filling the Water Heater” section. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START BURNER IF ANY OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS EXIST: 1. Excess oil has accumulated. 2. The unit is full of vapours. After the installation is finished and the installation checklist completed, proceed as follows: 1. Set the draft regulator for full draft. 2.
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Water Temperature Regulation Once installed, the operation will be completely automatic. The thermostat (aquastat) on the water heater is adjustable and will maintain water at the desired temperature. WARNING Water temperature over 52°C (125°F) can cause severe burns instantly or death from scalds. Children, disabled and elderly are at highest risk of being scalded. Feel water before bathing or showering. Temperature limiting valves are recommended.
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Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve 6. Manual Relief Valve 7. 8. 9. ter that may have entered the system. Close the cold water supply valve when clean water flows. If the heater is to remain empty for an extended period of time, it is suggested the drain valve be left open. When draining is complete, the hose may be removed. Perform any other servicing as required. Close the drain valve and disconnect hose.
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• • • • Black water can be an indication of organic contaminates in the water supply. This can be problematic in areas where the water is obtained from surface or contaminated sources. Organic particles can develop bacterial growth, causing potential health hazards. Contact your water supplier for proper filtration or water conditioning equipment. For bacterial problems contact your local health authority. See also “Hot Water Odour”.
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1. 2. 3. 4. Shut off the oil supply at the tank. Shut off the cold water supply to the heater. Turn "OFF" the electrical supply to the water heater. Open an upstairs hot water faucet (to relieve any pressure). When freezing temperatures are expected: NOTE: It is recommended that all water lines in the home be drained. Contact a qualified plumber for directions applicable to the heater. 1. 2. 3. 4. Shut off the oil supply at the tank. Shut off the cold water supply to the heater.
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HOT WATER TO HOUSE FIXTURE MIXING VALVE M HOT WATER TO HOUSE FIXTURE COLD SUPPLY CHECK VALVE (IF USED REQUIRES EXPANSION TANK) MIXING VALVE EXPANSION TANK (OPTIONAL) C H M FLOW CONTROL 8in TO 12in MAX. CHECK VALVE SUPPLY C H FLOW CONTROL HOSE BIB (OPTIONAL) RETURN WATER HEATER DRAIN/PURGE VALVE CHECK VALVE EXTERNAL CIRCULATOR COLD INLET HOT OUTLET HOSE BIB (OPTIONAL) WATER HEATER EXPANSION TANK (OPTIONAL) 8in TO 12in MAX.
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Model MFGR BECKETT BECKETT JW317 CARLIN CARLIN BECKETT BECKETT JW327 CARLIN CARLIN BECKETT JW517 BECKETT CARLIN BECKETT JW527 BECKETT CARLIN AERO BECKETT JW717 BECKETT CARLIN CARLIN AERO BECKETT JW727 BECKETT CARLIN CARLIN AERO AERO AERO AERO BECKETT BECKETT BECKETT JWF307 BECKETT BECKETT CARLIN CARLIN RIELLO RIELLO RIELLO WAYNE BECKETT BECKETT BECKETT JWF307V CARLIN RIELLO RIELLO Burner AFG GSW-J3037 AFG GSW-J3036 EZ197297AJW317 97297AJW317 AFG GSW-J3037 AFG GSW-J3036 EZ197297AJW317 97297AJW317 AFG GSW-J
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Model JWF507 JWF657 MFGR AERO AERO AERO AERO BECKETT BECKETT BECKETT BECKETT BECKETT BECKETT CARLIN CARLIN RIELLO RIELLO AERO BECKETT BECKETT BECKETT CARLIN CARLIN RIELLO Burner FAFC-2X SV-2X FAFC-2X SV-2X AFG GSW-J5006 AFG GSW-J5032 AFG GSW-J5031 AFG GSW-J5041 AFG GSW-J5040 AFG GSW-J5999 EZ196983AJW507 96983AJW507 R35.3.05.OR R35.3.05.OR HF-US-2-9 AFG GSW-J7006 AFG GSW-J7041 AFG GSW-J7040 EZ197397AJW517 96986AJW657 R35.5.07.OR Nozzle & Pump Press. 0.75 GPH 0.75 GPH 0.75 x 80A 0.75 x 80A 0.75 GPH 0.
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