Bradford-White Corp 238-37281-00R Water Heater User Manual
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1. chemicals calcium and sodium chloride waxes and process chemicals These materials are corrosive at very low concentration levels with little or no odor to reveal their presence NOTE DAMAGE TO THE WATER HEATER CAUSED BY EXPOSURE TO CORROSIVE VAPORS IS NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY DO NOT OPERATE THE WATER HEATER IF EXPOSURE HAS OR WILL OCCUR DO NOT STORE ANY POTENTIALLY CORROSIVE COMPOUNDS IN THE VICINITY OF THE WATER HEATER For exact venting specifications please consult the Venting section located on page 10 of these Installation and Operating Instructions It is recommended that a minimum clearance of 4 inches 10 2 cm be provided on the side of the water heater for servicing and maintenance of the combination temperature and pressure relief valve AMWARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT ANV GAS APPLIANCE IF VOU ARE NOT CERTAIN OF THE FOLLOWING e Liquefied petroleum gases propane gas and natural gas have an odorant added by the gas supplier that aids in detection of the gas e Most people recognize this odor as a sulfur or rotten egg smell e Other conditions such as odorant fade can cause the odorant to diminish in intensity or fade and not be as readily detectable e If you have a diminished sense of smell or are in any way unsure of the presence of gas immediately contact your gas supplier from a neighbors telephone e Gas detectors are available Contact your gas supplier or plumbing professional for2. 2 107 012 2 108 186 2 112 515 Complete the following information and retain for future reference Model No Serial No Service Phone Days Nights Address Supplier Supplier Phone No 21 TVPICAL INSTALLATION WATER CONNECTIONS IN HEATER ARE 3 4 TAPERED PIPE THREAD HOT WATER OUTLET TO FIXURES ROOF JACK UNION HOT WATER OUTLET FITTING ANODE lie TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE m RELIEF VALVE DISCHARGE GROUND JOINT UNIO LINE TO SUITABLE DRAIN DRIP LEG MANUAL GAS SHUT OFF COLD WATER SUPPLY DRAIN VALVE JACKET OUTER DOOR TO GAS SUPPLI TI CAP THERMOSTAT INNER DOOR WHEN PROVIDED FOR ACCESS AL TO BURNER AND PILOT REPLACE AFTER LIGHTING HEATER db 22 GAS FIRED MANUFACTURED HOME MOBILE HOME PARTS LIST PART NAME amp DESCRIPTION 1 Gas Conversion Kit 12 Inner Door 13 Thermostat w ECO Convertible Nat or L P Gas 3 Fiberglass Insulation 14 Pilot Assembly 4 Glass Lined Tank 15 Gas Feed Line Burner 5 Tank Skirt Assembly 16 Main Burner Orifice 6 Jacket Base Assembl 17 Burner 18 Pilot Orifice Not Shown 8 Cold Water Inlet Tube w Nipple 19 Outer Door 9 Magnesium Anode 10 Hot Water Outlet Nipple 21 T amp P Relief Valve Optional 11 Drain Valve 22 Jacket 2 Jacket Top 23 STEEL BURNER ASSEMBLV NOTE part description part n
3. and rotate gas control knob clockwise 4 to the OFF position 2 Change main gas regulator by removing cap from gas regulator Depress and rotate knob clockwise 4 to NAT setting using a screwdriver Replace cap MAIN BURNER REGULATOR APPROXIMATELY REMOVE CAP 120 F 48 9 C THERMOSTAT DIAL PILOT REGULATOR REMOVE CAP Figure 3 APPROXIMATELY APPROXIMATELY 160 F 71 1 C 85 F 29 4 C AR B G GAS CONTROL KNOB SHOWN IN OFF POSITION 3 Change the pilot regulator by removing pilot regulator cap Depress and rotate knob counterclockwise to the NAT setting using a screwdriver Replace cap 4 Remove the outer door Remove or slide open the inner door 5 Disconnect thermocouple gas supply tube and pilot tube from the gas valve and remove the burner assembly from the water heater 6 Remove the RED color coded L P orifice and pilot assembly and replace with natural gas orifice and pilot assembly provided in the cloth bag attached to the water heater 14 Gas Conversion Instructions continued 7 Close and or replace inner and outer doors To light pilot follow the lighting instructions RED COLOR INDICATES Replace the burner assembly reconnect Ca Ge all fittings and check for leaks Refer to Gas Connections page 13 MAIN BURNER ORIFICE provided on the water heater and in this installation LP GAS ORIFICE and opera
4. injury Certain appliances such as dishwashers and automatic clothes washers may require increased temperature water By setting the thermostat on this water heater to obtain the increased temperature water required by these appliances the potential for scald injury increases To protect against injury you should 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 supply lines Such valves are available from the manufacturer of this water heater or a local plumbing supplier Please consult with a plumbing professional A DANGER OO EB is EE f jil LRD IER IELI B OJ ATI E SLEG b Ss 12 Gas Connections The gas supplv lines must meet all requirements of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 Latest Edition or in Canada CAN CGA B149 1 Natural Gas Installation Code Latest Edition or CAN CGA B149 2 Propane Installation Code Latest Edition The minimum permissible gas supply pressure for the purpose of input adjustment is one 1 0 inch 0 25 kPa water column above the operating manifold pressure See the rating plate and gas valve for the manifold pressure and gas type The maximum permissible gas supply pressure is fourteen 14 0 inches 3 5 kPa water column for natural gas and liquefied petroleum gases propane gas 1 Connect this water heater only to the type of gas Natural or Propane gas as shown on the rating p
5. louver the total free area must be at least 9 in 22 9cm The following steps must be followed for proper installation of these air supply components Refer to Figure 2 2 Combustion air supply continued 1 After selecting the proper location for the water heater cut a 4 10 2cm diameter hole through the floor and all other lavers of flooring and sheathing directly beneath the front center of the water heater 2 Insert the air intake into the 4 10 2cm diameter hole and fasten to the floor with the screws provided 3 Adjust the air intake so the lower tube extends below the underside sheathing and secure with the screws provided THE BOTTOM OF THE AIR INTAKE MUST BE AT LEAST 12 30 5cm ABOVE THE GROUND LEVEL 4 Seal the openings around the air intake and underside sheathing to resist the entrance of rodents 5 Position the water heater so it is centered above the air intake Note The water heater should also be centered with the openings in the roof and ceiling to allow for correct assembly of the roof jack to the flue tube The water heater is to be secured in place using the supplied sheet metal strapping and screws Fasten the base of the water heater to the floor using the screws provided The perforated metal strapping must be fastened to the top of the water heater and to the adjacent walls with the screws provided See Figure 2 Venting AWARNING The vent system must be installed properly Fail
6. more information A WARNING Liquefied petroleum gases propane gas 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 e Do not try to light any appliance e Do not touch any electric switch do not use any telephone in your building e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s telephone Follow the gas supplier s instructions e If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department DO NOT OPERATE APPLIANCE UNTIL LEAKAGE IS CORRECTED Installation Locating The Water Heater continued This water heater MUST be installed indoors out of the wind and weather This water heater must be located in an area where leakage of the tank water line connections or the combination temperature and pressure relief valve will not result in damage to the area adjacent to the water heater or to lower floors of the structure When such locations cannot be avoided a suitable drain pan must be installed under the water heater The drain pan must have a minimum length and width of at least 4 in 10 2 cm greater than the diameter of the water heater and must not restrict proper combustion air flow to the water heater The drain pan as described above can be purchased from vour
7. valve certified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials as meeting the requirements of the Standard for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems ANSI 221 22 or the Standard CAN1 4 4 Temperature and Pressure and the Standard CAN1 4 4 Temperature Pressure Temperature and Pressure Relief Valves and Vacuum Relief Valves The combination temperature and pressure relief valve shall be marked with a maximum set pressure not to exceed the maximum working pressure of the water heater The combination temperature and pressure relief valve shall also have an hourly rated temperature steam BTU discharge capacity not less than the hourly rating of the water heater Install the combination temperature and pressure relief valve into the opening provided and marked for this purpose on the water heater 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 complies 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 Install a discharge line so that water discharged from the combination temperature and pressure relief valve will exit within six 6 inches 15 2 cm above or an
8. GAS WATER HEATER A Spanish language version of these instructions is available bv contacting the companv listed on the rating plate La versi n espanola de estas instrucciones se puede obtener al escribirle a la fabrica cuyo nombre aparece en la placa de especificaciones MANUFACTURED HOME MOBILE HOME CLOSED COMBUSTION DIRECT VENTING INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTION MANUAL WARNING If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable combustible or corrosive vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier For your family s comfort safety and convenience we recommend water heaters be installed and serviced by a plumbing professional 238 37281 00R REV 05 07 CONGRATULATIONSI Vou have just purchased one of the finest water heaters on the market today This installation operation and instruction manual will explain i
9. Metal Products Inc Model 3RJTA SS Silicone applied f 24 61 cm Figure 2 Hot water outlet i Perforated straping shipped Temperature amp Pressure in carton secure to enclosure Relief Valve walls and to top of heater Rubber Air Intake Seal Enclosure shipped in Roof Jack Package Cut a 4 10 2 cm dia hole Cold water nlet through all floor layers for a Gas Conversion package clearance hole for air intake Drain Valve Air intake Secure to floor with screws provided 4 12 MIN Floor 30 5 cm Fasten water heater base to the floor with screws provided Ground Water Connections NOTE BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE INSTALLATION CLOSE THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY VALVE After shutting off the main water supply open a faucet to relieve the water line pressure to prevent any water from leaking out of the pipes while making the water connections to the water heater After the pressure has been relieved close the faucet The COLD water inlet and HOT water outlet are identified on the top of the water heater The fittings at the cold water inlet and hot water outlet are dielectric waterway fittings with 3 4 NPT male thread Make the proper plumbing connections between the water heater and the plumbing system to the house Install a shut off valve in the cold water supply line AcauTION If sweat fittings are to be used DO NOT apply heat to the nipples on top of the
10. W C GAS FE For LP 107 wc 8 REGULATOR REMOVE CAP O Figure 4 LT a je APPROXIMATELV THERMOSTAT 120 F 48 8 C DIAL 15 Gas Conversion Instructions continued 7 8 9 Replace the burner assembly and reconnect all fittings and check for leaks Refer to Gas Connections page 13 Close and or replace inner and outer doors Note For closed combustion product make sure screws are tight and seal is made around gas supply tube to burner To light pilot follow the lighting instructions provided on the water heater and in this installation and operation instruction manual 10 Remove equipped for card from cloth bag and attach to gas piping as close to gas control as possible Remove and discard tag attached to water inlet fitting of the water heater To convert from natural gas to LP gas For control shown in figure 4 only 1 Follow the instructions above except remove cap from gas regulator and depress and rotate plunger counterclockwiser gt 2 Remove main burner orifice and pilot assembly and replace with RED color coded L P orifice and pilot assembly provided in cloth bag attached to the water heater 3 Replace equipped for tag with tag supplied in cloth bag for gas being used shown in LP Gas shown in Natural lt PILOS gt iti Gas position SS Geh Gas knob shown in OFF position GENERAL OPERATION WARNING Water heaters are heat producing appliances To avoid damage
11. ain valve has threads on the end that will allow the connection of a standard hose coupling Open a hot water faucet to allow air to enter the system To refill the water heater refer to To Fill the Water Heater Lighting and Shutdown Instructions FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING If you do not follow these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS e Do not try to light any appliance e Do not touch any electric switch do not use any telephone in your building e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbors phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand don t try to repair it call a qualified service technician Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any p
12. art of the control system and any gas control which has been under water LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS DI x o enm P STOP Read the safety information above on this label f applicable turn off all electric power to the appliance Set the thermostat to lowest setting Rotate and if applicable partially depress gas control knob clockwise 77w to OFF position GAS CONTROL KNOB SHOWN IN hoe SHON OFF POSITION OFF POSTION EXHIBIT A EXHIBIT B NOTE On exhibit B controls knob cannot be turned from PILOT to OFF unless knob is depressed slightly Do not force j Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas Then smell for gas including near the floor If you smell gas STOP Follow WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS in the safety information above on this label If you don t smell gas go to the next step j Remove outer door Remove inner door or slide it open ELECTRODE Find pilot Follow PLOT TS d u G aluminum tube from COUPLE the right underside of the gas control The pilot is adjacent to the burner 8 Tum the gas control knob counterclockwise to PILOT position 9a FOR EXHIBIT A GAS CONTROLS Depress and hold down red pilot set button Immediately light the pilot with a match Continue to hold down the button for about one 1 minute after the pilot is lit Release button and it should pop back up Pilot should remain lit If it goes out repeat steps 4 thro
13. as tested a representative sample of this water heater design for its safety of operation The UL listing of this water heater includes the field installation of the following components roof jack air intake tube and heater tie down materials These components for field installation may have been shipped with this heater and must be installed according to these instructions see figure 1 No other components are approved for use with this water heater This water heater has been designed and certified for the purpose of heating potable water The installation and use of this water heater for any purpose other than the heating of potable water may cause damage to the water heater create a hazardous condition and nullify the warranty ACAUTION Incorrect operation of this appliance may create a hazard to life and property and will nullify the warranty Do not use this appliance if any part has been submerged in water You should contact the plumbing professional who installed the water heater to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system including the combination gas control which has been submerged in water 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 Gene
14. e risk of scald injury Scalding may occur within five 5 seconds at a temperature setting of 140 F 60 C 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 Note This water heater is equipped with an energy cut out device to prevent overheating Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off turn off the manual gas control valve to the appliance and call a qualified service technician Note Whenever the water heater is filled with cold water condensate will form on the cool tank surface and drops of water will fall on the hot burner and combustion chamber surfaces producing a sizzling noise Condensation is normal and does not indicate a leak It will disappear when the tank becomes heated Burner Flame Check Steel Burner These models are equipped with self adjusting air mixture and do not have an adjustable air shutter See Figure 7 At periodic intervals a visual check of the main burner and pilot flames should be made to determine if they are burning properly The main burner flame should light smoothly from the pilot PILOT BURNER IN OPERATION STEEL BURNER FLAME PATTERN Figure 7 MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT The water heater should be inspected at a minimum annually by a q
15. he entire floor shall be covered by the panel Installation continued D Figure 1 Minimum Clearances From Combustible Materials A 0 Ocm B 0 Ocm C 3 7 62cm y D 78 1 98mm VENT Combustion Air Supply IMPORTANT The flow of combustion and ventilating air must not be obstructed All combustion air must be supplied from outdoors by one of the following installation methods and as illustrated in Figure 2 The flow of combustion and ventilating air must not be obstructed Adequate air must be supplied for combustion and ventilation An insufficient supply of air will cause recirculation of combustion products resulting in air contamination that may be hazardous to life Such a condition often will result in a yellow luminous burner flame causing carboning or sooting of the combustion chamber burners and flue tubes with possible damage to the heater AIR INTAKE INSTALLATION 3 7 6cm diameter telescoping air intake and leg enclosure are required to supply fresh air to the water heater for combustion kit P N 239 37025 01 for 30 gallon 113 5L water heaters and 239 37025 02 for 40 gallon 151 4L water heaters Note When a mobile home is tightly skirted an air inlet opening in the skirting must be provided The opening shall have a minimum free area of at least 9 in 22 9cm If the opening is screened or covered with a
16. here gasoline or flammable vapors are likely to be present unless the installation is such to eliminate the probable ignition of gasoline or flammable vapors The location of this water heater is of the utmost importance Before installing this water heater read the Installation section of these instructions DO NOT locate the water heater where water lines could be subjected to freezing temperatures Make sure the cold water pipes are not located directly above the gas control so that condensate during humid weather does not drip on the controls AWWARNING 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 components UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES MAY FLAMMABLE MATERIALS SUCH AS GASOLINE OR PAINT THINNER BE USED OR STORED IN THE VICINITY OF THIS WATER HEATER VENT AIR INTAKE SYSTEM OR IN ANY LOCATION FROM WHICH FUMES COULD l REACH THE WATER HEATER OR VENT AIR INTAKE SYSTEM 5 Installation Locating The Water Heater continued Water heater corrosion and component failure can be caused by the heating and breakdown of airborne chemical vapors Examples of some typical compounds that are potentially corrosive are spray can propellants cleaning solvents refrigerator and air conditioning refrigerants swimming pool
17. late Use clean black iron pipe or equivalent material approved by local codes and ordinances Dirt and scale from the pipe can enter the gas valve and cause it to malfunction The inlet gas line must have a minimum length of three 3 inches 7 6 cm drip leg sediment trap installed as close to the water heater s gas valve as possible A ground joint union must 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 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 control it is recommended to hold the inlet body of the control securely with an adequate wrench The suggested maximum torque is 31 5 ft lbs 4 4 kg m AAWARNING The manufacturer of this water heater will not be liable for any damage or injury caused as a result of a cracked gas inlet as a result of excessive torque 2 This water heater and its gas connection must be leak tested before placing the
18. n detail the installation and maintenance of vour new Direct Vent Gas Water Heater We strongly recommend that vou 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 If you have any specific questions concerning your warranty please consult the plumbing professional from whom your water heater was purchased For your records we recommend that you write the model serial number and installation date of your water heater in the maintenance section in the back of this manual This manual should be kept with the water heater TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION L nenennennnnannnnnenennnnnnnana nn mnn mmmnm anna nanna 4 INSTALLATION i i ie fada di aa i i a gd 5 Locating The Water Heater ssseesennnnnenzenzannnnnnznnenznzn 5 Minimum Clearances ss sennnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nanna nmennnmmnn mazza 7 Combustion Air SUppIV sen nnnnrennnnnnnenennnnnznnennnnzzznn nn nnzza 8 VERI a a At aa ned nace A 9 Water Goninection Si ii a a a i ai ii 10 Gas Connections 1sennunnennnnennnnnnnnmnnnamnnnnmmnn mann nn nmnnnnmmza mazza 13 Gas Conversion Instructions ss ss sennnenznanennnnnanenennnnnnna 14 GENERAL OPERATION L sum nnnnnennnzennnnannnnnenennnnannnnannnmnmnmnzn ana nna na 16 Lighting and Shutdown Instructions ss ssesseemennnzzon
19. nin 17 Thermostat Adjustment s sssssrnnenzznnennnnnnnnnenzznnenennnnnznz 18 Burner Flame Check ss ssenennnnnznnnnnnnnennnnnnnnnnnannnnannnnnnnnnna nn 19 MAINTENANCE 00 ccseeecceccsseececcnteecescnseeeesenseesesonseueesonseueesenseueeses 19 TYPICAL INSTALLATION ll enennnnnznennnnnnnnnnnnnnennnn nn enza re enza 22 PARTS LIST i e SE i ee een a a t 23 BURNER ASSEMBLY DRAWING L sssenennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnanemenenenzz 24 GENERAL INFORMATION This water heater must be installed in accordance with The Federal Manufactured Home Construction And Safetv Standard H U D Title 24 Part 3280 707d2 or CAN CSA 2240 MH series mobile home In the absence of such a standard the water heater should be installed in accordance with the Standard For Mobile Homes ANSI NFPA NO 501 B1977 The warranty for this water heater is in effect only when the water heater is installed adjusted and operated in accordance with these Installation and Operating Instructions The manufacturer will not be liable for any damage resulting from alteration and or failure to comply with these instructions This water heater is of the closed combustion type direct venting where all the combustion air is supplied from the outdoors through the air intake and all combusted gas products are vented directly to the outside by means of the roof jack No draft diverter vent hood is required for this water heater Underwriters Laboratories Inc h
20. or injury there shall be no materials stored against the water heater or vent air intake system and proper care shall be taken to avoid unnecessary contact especially by children with the water heater and vent air intake system UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL FLAMMABLE MATERIALS SUCH AS GASOLINE OR PAINT THINNER BE USED OR STORED IN THE VICINITY OF THIS WATER HEATER VENT AIR INTAKE SYSTEM OR IN ANY LOCATION FROM WHICH FUMES COULD REACH THE WATER HEATER OR VENT AIR INTAKE SYSTEM TO FILL THE WATER HEATER 1 Close the water heater drain valve by turning the knob clockwise Open the cold water supply shut off valve 2 3 Open several hot water faucets to allow air to escape from the svstem 4 When a steady stream of water flows from the faucets the water heater is filled Close the faucets and check for water leaks at the water heater drain valve combination temperature and pressure relief valve and the hot and cold water connections 16 General Operation continued TO DRAIN THE WATER HEATER Should it become necessarv to completelv drain the water heater make sure vou follow the steps below Rotate the thermostat dial to the lowest position ON PONS 6 Rotate and partially depress gas control knob clockwise ON to the OFF position Shut off the gas supplv to the water heater Close the cold water supplv shut off valve Open the drain valve on the water heater bv turning the knob counter clockwise r The dr
21. plumbing professional The drain pan must be piped to an adequate drain The piping must be at least 3 4 inch 1 9 cm in diameter and pitched for proper drainage To comply with NSF requirements this water heater is to be a Sealed to the floor with sealant in a smooth and easily cleanable way or b Installed with an optional leg kit that includes legs and or extensions that provide a minimum clearance of 6 beneath the water heater Note For California installation this water heater must be braced anchored or strapped to avoid falling or moving during an earthquake See instructions for correct installation procedures Instructions may be obtained from California Office of the State Architect 400 P Street Sacramento CA 95814 Minimum Clearances AWARNING Failure to adhere to these installation and operating instructions may create a hazard to life and property and will nullify the warranty This installation shall allow access to the front of the water heater and adequate clearance shall be provided for servicing and operating this water heater The water heater may be installed on either a combustible or non combustible floor If the water heater is to be installed directly on carpeting it shall 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 inches 7 6 cm in any direction or if the appliance is to be installed in an alcove or closet t
22. ral Information continued This water heater has been manufactured for operation at altitudes from sea level to 2000 feet 610m unless otherwise specified on the water heater For use of this appliance at an elevation greater than 2000 feet 610m contact the dealer or manufacturer listed on the rating plate for information on anv necessarv modification Uncorrected operation of this appliance mav create a hazard to life and propertv A DANGER Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable combustible or corrosive vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Make sure to check the rating plate and combination gas control on the water heater to be certain that the type of gas being supplied corresponds with the marking on the rating plate and combination gas control A sacrificial anode is used to extend tank life The removal of this anode for any reason will nullify the warranty In areas where water is unusually active an odor may occur at the hot water faucet due to a reaction between the sacrificial anode and the impurities in the water If this should happen an alternative anode may be purchased from the supplier that installed this water heater This will minimize the odor while protecting the tank Additionally the water heater should be flushed with appropriate dissolvers to eliminate any bacteria INSTALLATION Locating the Water Heater This water heater MUST NOT be installed in any location w
23. that lower temperature settings are more energy efficient Adjust the temperature by turning the thermostat dial It is suggested that the starting point setting not be greater than the y mark on the thermostat dial approximately 120 F 48 9 C as pictured above Rotate the thermostat dial clockwise to decrease the temperature setting Rotate the thermostat dial counter clockwise KON to increase the temperature setting Adjust the dial until the minimum acceptable temperature is achieved See figure 5 above for approximate temperature settings A n I APPROXIMATELY 120 F 48 9 C APPROXIMATELY APPROXIMATELY 160 F 71 1 C 85 F 29 4 C Figure 6 The thermostat dial is set to its lowest temperature setting when shipped from the factory Remember that lower temperature settings are more energy efficient Adjust the temperature by turning the thermostat dial It is suggested that the starting point setting not be greater than the A mark on the thermostat dial approximately 120 F 48 9 C as pictured above Rotate the thermostat dial counter clockwise to decrease the temperature setting Rotate the thermostat dial clockwise a RI to increase the temperature setting Adjust the dial until the minimum acceptable temperature is achieved See figure 6 above for approximate temperature settings 18 General Operation continued A DANGER Hotter water increases th
24. tinued 10 Who installed the water heater or the manufacturer listed on the rating plate for anode replacement information The use of a water softener mav increase the speed of consumption More frequent inspection of the anode is needed when using softened or phosphate treated water The vent svstem must be inspected at least once a vear to ensure against leakage of exhaust products ACAUTION FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT ATTEMPT REPAIR OF COMBINATION GAS CONTROL BURNERS OR GAS PIPING REFER REPAIRS TO A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN 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 Manufactured under one or more of the following U S Patents RE 34 534 l B1 5 341 770 4 416 222 4 628 184 4 669 448 4 672 919 4 808 356 4 829 983 4 861 968 4 904 428 5 000 893 5 023 031 5 052 346 5 081 696 5 092 519 5 115 767 5 199 385 5 277 171 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 6 142 216 6 684 821 7 063 132 6 395 280 7 007 748 Other U S and Foreign patent applications pending Current Canadian Patents 1 272 914 1 280 043 1 289 832 2 045 862 2 092 105
25. tion instruction manual Remove equipped for card from cloth bag and attach to gas piping as close to gas control as possible Remove and discard tag attached to water inlet fitting of the water heater To convert from natural gas to LP gas For control shown in figure 3 oniv 1 Follow the instructions above except add the RED main burner orifice and pilot assembly Replace with the ones originally provided with the water heater Change the main gas regulator to LP as noted in step 2 of the instructions Change the pilot regulator to LP as noted in step 3 of the instructions Replace equipped for tag with tag supplied in cloth bag for gas being used To convert from LP gas to natural gas For control shown in figure 4 only 1 2 Rotate and partially depress gas control knob clockwise Nto OFF position Change gas regulator setting by removing cap from gas regulator Depress and rotate plunger clockwise with a screwdriver releasing plunger 3 Replace cap 4 5 Disconnect thermocouple gas supply tube and pilot from gas valve and Remove outer door Remove and or slide open inner door remove burner assembly from water heater Remove RED color coded main burner orifice and pilot assembly and replace with orifice and pilot assembly provided in cloth bag attached to the water heater GAS CONTROL KNOB APPROXIMATELY 160 F 71 1 C OUT FOR NAT 4
26. 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 MWARNING When lifting lever of the combination temperature and pressure relief valve hot water will be released under pressure Be careful that anv released water does not result in bodilv injurv or propertv damage Atleast once a vear check the combination temperature and pressure relief valve to insure that the valve has not become encrusted with lime Lift the lever at the lever at the top of the valve several times until the valve seats properlv without leaking and operates freelv Monthly drain off a gallon of water to remove silt and sediment AAWARNING THIS WATER MAY BE HOT If the combination temperature and pressure relief valve on the appliance discharges periodically this may be due to thermal expansion in a closed water supply system Contact the water supplier or local plumbing inspector on how to correct this situation Do not plug the combination temperature and pressure relief valve outlet A combination sacrificial anode rod hot water outlet nipple has been installed to extend tank life The anode rod should be inspected periodically and replaced when necessary to prolong tank life Water conditions in your area will influence the time interval for inspection and replacement of the anode rod Contact the plumbing professional 20 Maintenance Con
27. ualified service technician for damaged components and or joints not sealed DO NOT operate this water heater if any part is found damaged or if any joint is found not sealed The following maintenance should be performed by a qualified service technician at the minimum periodic intervals suggested below In some installations the maintenance interval may be more frequent depending on the amount of use and the operating conditions of the water heater Regular inspection and maintenance of the water heater and vent air intake system will help to insure safe and reliable operation 1 Annually check the operation of the thermostat 19 Maintenance Continued 2 The flow of combustion and ventilation air MUST NOT be restricted Clear 3 4 the combustion air openings of any dirt dust or other restrictions A WARNING The ventilation air system may be HOT At all times keep the water heater area clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids Bi annually conduct a visual check of the main and pilot burner flames to determine that they are burning properly See Burner Flame Check section on page 19 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
28. ugh 9 9b FOR EXHIBIT B GAS CONTROLS Depress and hold down gas control knob Immediately light the pilot with a match Continue to hold down the knob for about one 1 minute after the pilot is lit Release the knob and it should pop back up Pilot should remain lit If it goes out repeat steps 4 through 9 FOR EXHIBIT A amp B GAS CONTROLS e H button or knob does not pop up when released stop and immediately call your service technician or gas supplier e If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries turn the gas control knob to OFF and call your technician or gas supplier 10 Replace inner door or slide it closed 11 Turn gas control knob counterclockwise v N to ON position 12 Set thermostat to desired setting 13 If applicable trun on all electric power to the appliance TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE to OFF position Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed Set the thermostat to lowest setting Rotate and if applicable partially depress gas control knob clockwise 17 Thermostat Adjustment APPROXIMATELV 160 F 71 1 C OUT FOR NAT 4 W C ei REG R IN FOR L P 10 W C APPROXIMATELY 120 F 48 8 C RISK OF SCALDING INCREASES WITH HOTTER WATER Figure 5 The thermostat dial is set to its lowest temperature setting when shipped from the factorv Remember
29. umber model and serial number and gas tvpe must be specified when ordering service parts ITEM NO PART DESCRIPTION Main Burner Main Burner Steel Burner 24
30. ure to properly install the vent system could result in property damage personal injury or death Make certain the flue baffle is in place and centered in flue tube Cut a 7 1 4 inch 18 5cm diameter hole in the ceiling and roof directly above the flue of the water heater Center the water heater beneath the 7 1 4 18 5cm inch diameter holes in the roof and ceiling for proper alignment of the flue tube and roof jack vent Apply non hardening mastic on the roof around the previously cut hole to form a weather seal with the flashing of the gas vent roof jack assembly Note Only the roof jacks listed in Figure 2 can be used on this water heater Insert the 3 7 62 cm vent connector extension shipped telescoped into the gas vent roof jack assembly and down onto the flue pipe extruding from the top of the water heater Fasten the 3 7 62 cm vent connector to the flue pipe using the 3 7 62 cm clamp provided After all connections are made apply a bead of silicone supplied with vent kit to all vent seams and connections above the flue pipe some kits may contain silicone bands to seal vent joints Installation Venting continued Roof jack This water heater shall use the following roof Roof flashing secure per Modern jacks only instructions supplied Stamping Co Model 73T Roof K amp H Enterprises Model KH70 Venting Div Philips Model V2073 Ceiling 2 5 1 cm Ref White
31. 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 WARNING FAILURE TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN A NEW LISTED 3 4 X 3 4 TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE WILL RELEASE THE MANUFACTURER FROM ANY CLAIM WHICH MIGHT RESULT FROM EXCESSIVE TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURES 10 Water connections continued If this water heater is installed in a closed water supplv svstem such as the one having a back flow preventer in the cold water supplv provisions shall be made to control thermal expansion DO NOT operate this water heater in a closed svstem without provisions for controlling thermal expansion Vour water supplier or local plumbing inspector should be contacted on how to control this situation After installation of the water lines open the main water supplv valve and fill the water heater While the water heater is filling open several hot water faucets to allow air to escape from the water system When a steady stream of water flows through the faucets close them and check all water connections for possible leaks NEVER OPERATE THE WATER HEATER WITHOUT FIRST BEING CERTAIN IT IS FILLED WITH WATER MWARNING For protection against excessive temperatures and pressure install temperature and pressure protective equipment required by local codes but not less than a combination temperature and pressure relief
32. water heater in operation Check for gas leaks with a soap and water solution and a brush or a commercial leak detector fluid NEVER USE A MATCH OR OPEN FLAME FOR TESTING AXCAUTION The water heater and individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of the system at test pressures in excess of 1 2 psi 3 5 kPa The water heater must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psi 3 5 kPa The supply line must be capped when not connected to the water heater 3 While checking for leaks care must be taken to prevent solution from contacting the electrical connections at the control If electrical connections at the control become wet they must be thoroughly dried before attempting to operate the water heater 13 Gas Conversion Instructions Unless specificallv ordered for operation on natural gas this water heater is normallv equipped for operation on liquefied petroleum LP gas but mav be converted by following these gas conversion instructions Caution Make sure gas to be supplied to this water heater following the conversion matches the gas being converted to ACAUTION All gas conversions must be performed by qualified service personnel only To convert from LP gas to natural gas For control shown in figure 3 only ii 1 Depress
33. y distance below the structural floor and cannot contact any live electrical part The discharge line is to be installed to allow for complete drainage of both the combination temperature and pressure relief valve and the discharge line The discharge opening must not be subjected to blockage or freezing DO NOT thread plug or cap the discharge line It is recommended that a minimum clearance of four 4 inches 10 2 cm be provided on the side of the water heater for servicing and maintenance of the combination temperature and pressure relief valve Do not place a valve between the combination temperature and pressure relief valve and the tank 11 Water Connections continued MWARNING Hvdrogen gas can be produced in an operating water heater that has not had water drawn from the tank for a long period of time generally two weeks or more Hvdrogen qas is extremelv flammable To prevent the possibilitv of injurv under these conditions we recommend the hot water faucet to be open for several minutes at the kitchen sink before you use any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system If hydrogen is present there will be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipes as hot water begins to flow Do not smoke or have open flame near the faucet at the time it is open This water heater can deliver scalding temperature water at any faucet in the system Be careful whenever using hot water to avoid scalding
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