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GAS WATER HEATER
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MANUFACTURED HOME (MOBILE HOME)
CLOSED COMBUSTION (DIRECT VENTING)
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARNING: If the information in these instructions is
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CONGRATULATIONS! You have just 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 Direct Vent 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. If you have
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page GENERAL INFORMATION............................................................ 4 INSTALLATION............................................................................. 5 Locating The Water Heater .................................................... 5 Minimum Clearances.............................................................. 7 Combustion Air Supply.......................................................... 8 Venting..................
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GENERAL INFORMATION This water heater must be installed in accordance with The Federal Manufactured Home Construction And Safety Standard (H.U.D. Title 24, Part 3280.707d2) or CAN/CSA Z240 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 w
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General 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 any necessary modification. Uncorrected operation of this appliance may create a hazard to life and property. DANGER Do not store or use gasolin
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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 chemicals, calcium and sodium chloride, waxes and process chemicals. These materials are corrosive at very low concentration levels with little or n
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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 d
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Installation continued- Figure 1 Minimum Clearances From Combustible Materials A 0” (0cm) B 0” (0cm) C 3” (7.62cm) 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 v
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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 layers 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 TH
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Installation (Venting) continued- Figure 2 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 ou
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Water connections continued- If this water heater is installed in a closed water supply system, such as the one having a back-flow preventer in the cold water supply, provisions shall be made to control thermal expansion. DO NOT operate this water heater in a closed system without provisions for controlling thermal expansion. Your water supplier or local plumbing inspector should be contacted on how to control this situation. After installation of the water lines, open the main wate
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Water Connections continued- WARNING Hydrogen 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). Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable. To prevent the possibility of injury under these co
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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 B149.1 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
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Gas Conversion Instructions Unless specifically ordered for operation on natural gas, this water heater is normally equipped for operation on liquefied petroleum (LP) gas but may 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. CAUTION All gas conversions must be performed by qualified service personnel only. To convert from LP gas to natural gas (Fo
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Gas Conversion Instructions continued- 7. Replace the burner assembly, reconnect all fittings and check for leaks. Refer to “Gas Connections”, page 13. 8. Close and/or replace inner and outer doors. 9. 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 dis
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Gas Conversion Instructions continued- 7. Replace the burner assembly and reconnect all fittings and check for leaks. Refer to “Gas Connections”, page 13. 8. 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. 9. 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
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General Operation continued- TO DRAIN THE WATER HEATER Should it become necessary to completely drain the water heater, make sure you follow the steps below: 1. Rotate the thermostat dial to the lowest position. 2. Rotate and partially depress gas control knob clockwise to the “OFF” position. 3. Shut off the gas supply to the water heater. 4. Close the cold water supply shut-off valve. 5. Open the drain valve on the water heater by turning the knob counter-clockwise . The drain
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Thermostat Adjustment Figure 5 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 ” “ mark on the thermostat dial (approximately 120°F [48.9°C]) as pictured above. Rotate the thermostat dial clockwise to decrease the te
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General Operation continued- DANGER Hotter water increases the 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 e
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Maintenance Continued- 2. The flow of combustion and ventilation air MUST NOT be restricted. Clear the combustion air openings of any dirt, dust, or other restrictions. WARNING The ventilation air system may be HOT. 3. At all times keep the water heater area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. 4. Bi-annually conduct a visual check of the main and pilot burner flames to determine that they are burning properly. See Burner F
