Page 1
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL Gas-Fired Pool and Spa Heater Low NOx Models 207A, 267A, 337A and 407A WARNING: If the information is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. — Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids or other combustible materials in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Page 2
QUICK START GUIDE CLEARANCES WATER CHEMISTRY Space required: See page 12. Water chemistry requirements: See page 5. Minimum and service clearances: See page 7 for clearances table. Note that local codes prevail. POWER Supply voltage: See page 21 for acceptable input voltages.
1. WARNINGS Pay Attention to These Terms Indicates the presence of immediate hazards which will cause severe personal injury, death or DANGER substantial property damage if ignored. Indicates the presence of hazards or unsafe practices which could cause severe personal injury, WARNING death or substantial property damage if ignored.
For your health and the protection of your pool equipment, CAUTION: Elevated water temperature can be it is essential that your water be chemically balanced. The hazardous. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety following levels must be used as a guide for balanced Commission has these guidelines: water.
Be sure that you receive the number of packages indicated 3. BEFORE INSTALLATION on the Bill of Lading. Receiving equipment Model Identification Number The manufacturer recommends that this manual be The model number of a pool heater can be found on the reviewed thoroughly before installing the pool/spa heater.
required. If necessary, the top can be changed at a later NOTE: The heater should not be located in an area where date to change from outdoor to indoor or vice versa. possible water leakage will result in damage to the area adjacent to the heater or to the structure.
Clearances less than these may require removal of the For Canadian installations, pool heaters shall not be heater to service either the heat exchanger or the burner installed with the top of the vent assembly within 10' (3 m) tray. In either case, the heater must be installed in a manner below, or to either side, of any opening into the building.
Page 9
WARNING: Indoor heaters require a drafthood that must be connected to a vent pipe and properly vented to the outside. Failure to follow this procedure can cause fire or fatal carbon monoxide poisoning. 4' (1.2 m) Minimum Outdoor and Indoor Stacks 4' (1.2 m) The outdoor and indoor stacks are optional equipment Minimum...
Page 10
Florida and Texas Building Code: Wind Speed = 150 mph 3 sec gust Exposure = C 31-13/16" Model (792 mm) in. (mm) 207A 20 (508) 267A 23 (584) 337A 26 (660) F10649 407A 29 (737) 28" (709 mm) 2" x 6" x 1/8" Pallet Anchor Bracket (4 Total) (Kit# 011636) 3"...
INDOOR STACK KIT All Air from Outdoors: (1) Drafthood, unpainted When air is supplied directly from outside the building, each (1) Adapter plate opening shall have a minimum net free area as noted: (3) Mounting brackets (clips) Typical Screened Typical Screened Unrestricted or Louvered and Louvered...
maintained. However single-wall metal vent pipe may be Vent Piping used as specified in the latest edition of the National Flue Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 (Canada - CAN/CSA-B149). WARNING: Indoor heaters require a drafthood that must be connected to a vent pipe and properly vented to the outside.
8' (2.4 m) CAUTION: The heater and its manual shut-off valve OR LESS VENT CAP must be disconnected from the gas supply during any 2' MIN pressure testing of that system at test pressures in (0.6 m) excess of 1/2 psi (3.45 kPa). Dissipate test pressure in the gas supply line before reconnecting the heater and 2' MIN its manual shut off valve to gas supply line.
This component provides protection to the heat exchanger UG PLUG against galvanic corrosion, when properly bonded to the UNITHERM GOVERNOR heat exchanger. It should be replaced when the weight of the ProTek Shield is reduced to about 40% of the original GASKET weight (1.46 #).
External Auxiliary Bypass Valve PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE Where Required - An auxiliary bypass valve should be PRV DISCHARGE used when flow rates exceed 125 GPM (473 lpm). Usually CONNECTION a high-performance pump size larger than two horsepower will exceed this flow rate. This valve is required to complement the function of the automatic bypass valve, particularly when starting the heater in winter or early spring when the spa or pool temperature is below 50°F...
The heater requires water flow and positive pressure to fire and operate properly. It must therefore be installed downstream of the discharge side of the filter pump. See. Figure 27 and Figure 28. A typical installation is plumbed as follows: 1.
heater is supplied with a dual-voltage transformer for 120 5. ELECTRICAL WIRING VAC or 240 VAC input power hookup. NOTE: If it is necessary to replace any of the original When operating on 120VAC power, units draw 6 amps. wiring, use 105°C wire or its equivalent, and/or 150°C When operating on 240VAC units draw 3 amps.
Page 22
240 VAC Wiring For 240 VAC input power to the unit, connect the black wire to the “L1” or hot leg of the power supply. Connect the red wire to the “L2” or second hot leg of the power supply. There should be no connection to the white wires for 240 VAC operation.
7. CONTROLS NOTE: Caution must be used to not damage controls or wiring. PRESSURE SWITCH TEMP SENSOR HL1 - HIGH LIMIT CONTROL MANUAL HL2 - HIGH LIMIT KNURLED BEZEL RESET SCREW ROLL-OUT UNITHERM SWITCH GOVERNOR F10647-3 VALVE Figure 37. Knurled Screw Location PILOT PROTEK AIR PRESSURE...
Mode Button Service Menu and Fault History The Mode button is used to select POOL or SPA operation. To access the Service Menu and fault history, press the It allows the user to turn the heater off electronically. The MODE and UP buttons simultaneously for 3 to 5 seconds. LCD remains energized and displays OFF, while continues The heater will continue to operate while in the Service to show the actual water temperature.
Page 26
Program Button Fahrenheit or Celsius 1. Remove the four screws holding the control cover, and Refer to step one above to access the program screen. swing the panel down so the back side of the board Press the MODE button until FAHRENHEIT or CELSIUS is visible.
The following conditions are displayed only while there is a Status and Diagnostics demand for heat present. The digital models are programmed to display a variety Display Condition of status and diagnostic messages, depending on the Water Sw Open Water pressure switch open. operating conditions.
Remote Control Installation Activating the Remote and Operation To activate or deactivate the remote function: 1. Press and hold the UP and DOWN arrow buttons for CAUTION: Before installing remote controls 3 to 5 seconds. to the heaters, read the following: The digital thermostat model is remote-ready in most cases.
Page 29
NOTE: The remote wires must be connected to the 7-pin connector before the connector is plugged into the board. 2-Wire Remote Control (On-Off) This application assumes that only one heating function (pool or spa) is required. 1. Turn on power to the heater. 2.
Page 30
Time Clock/Fireman’s Switch To operate the heater with a time clock, connect the timer to the fireman’s switch connection in the heater’s wiring. The time clock should be of the dual switch type and set to shut off the call for heat to the pool heater 15 to 20 minutes prior to shutting down the pool pump.
Page 31
Flame Roll-Out Safety Switch Pilot Safety Heaters are equipped with a thermal cutoff device to The heater employs a pilot safety which closes the main prevent flame roll-out in the event the heat exchanger gas valve within 8/10ths of a second whenever the pilot becomes blocked.
Page 32
5. Remove (2) screws that secure combustion blower 5. Turn vertical gas pipe from manifold slightly and to blower box. unscrew gas valve. 6. Reverse above procedure to reinstall. 6. Reverse above procedure to reinstall. Main Burner And Orifice Removal Heat Exchanger Removal 1.
Page 33
3. Remove retainer plug located next to the outlet pipe Desooting Procedure connection on polymer header models. 4. Unsnap old U.G. to remove from retainer plug. Snap WARNING: Soot Is Combustible. Exercise Extreme in new U.G. Care. 5. Reinstall retainer plug, taking care to lubricate Soot will clog areas between fins and cause eventual gasket with a non-petroleum based grease such as tube failure.
8. OPERATING Visual Inspection INSTRUCTIONS Flames can be observed through the opening below the plenum. Flame color is blue and evenly spread on the top surface of the burner. At least every three months a visual Before Start-Up inspection should be made of the burners. Burners Water Pressure Switch Keep heater area clear and free from combustibles,...
Page 35
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SHUT-OFF PROCEDURES ELECTRONIC IGNITION DIGITAL MODELS (AUTOMATICALLY–LIGHTED PILOT) FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING This appliance is equipped with an ignition de- *If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the vice which automatically lights the pilot. Do not fire department.
9. MAINTENANCE AND CARE Cold Weather Operation WARNING: Check the heater for possible rodent Important Freeze Information nests after long periods of non-use. MODERATE CLIMATE: Heater operation can continue during short-term cold spells. When temperatures are To be followed one month after start-up and then semi- between 0°F (-18°C) and 32°F (0°C), flow (continuous annually.
10. TROUBLESHOOTING IMPORTANT NOTICE: These instructions are intended for the use of qualified personnel who are specifically trained and experienced in the installation of this type of heating equipment and related system components. Installation and service personnel may be required by some states to be licensed. Persons not qualified shall not attempt to install this equipment nor attempt repairs according to these instructions.
Digital - Flow Chart WARNING: HIGH VOLTAGE For qualified technicians ONLY NOTE: Some heaters may be equipped with an ignition module that shuts off pilot gas if pilot fails to light. To reset, interrupt power to heater. START TURN GAS SUPPLY OFF. NOTE: Before troubleshooting, familiarize yourself with the start-up and check-out TURN THERMOSTAT procedure.
Control Logic - Flow Chart Power On • Check On/Off switch (under lid on control panel) Is the water • Check for 120/240 volts to the transformer temperature displayed? (time clock, circuit breaker, wire connections) • Check for 24 volts to Circuit Board (P6 connector) “Remote”...
11. REPLACEMENT PARTS NOTE: To supply you with the correct part, it is important that you supply the heater model number, serial number and type of gas when applicable. Any part returned for replacement under standard company warranties must be properly tagged with a return parts tag, completely filled in with the heater serial number, model number, etc., and shipped to the Company freight prepaid.
Page 43
19-HP (OPTIONAL) 19-HP (OPTIONAL) 19-HP 11-HP 11-HP 6 -C 8-HP 16-HP 18-HP 12-HP 8-HP 10-HP 16-HP 12-HP 18-HP 15-HP 2-HP 2-HP 13-HP 14-HP 17-HP 13-HP 14-HP 20-HP 17-HP FOR UNITS WITH POLYMER HEADERS PRIOR TO 10/2019 F OR UN I T S W I T H P O LY M E R H E AD E RS F R OM 1 0 / 2 0 19 19-M 20-M 22-M...
Page 47
Door Assy. Raypak Cool Dark & Warm Dark Gray 013871F 013872F 013873F 013874F Green 010267F 010268F 010269F 010270F Rheem Cool Dark & Warm Dark Gray 013875F 013876F 013877F 013878F Green 010271F 010272F 010273F 010274F Ruud Cool Dark & Warm Dark Gray (Units mfd after to 9/2012)
Page 48
ISO 9001 REGISTERED QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM www.raypak.com Raypak, Inc., 2151 Eastman Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93030 (805) 278-5300 Fax (805) 278-5468 Litho in U.S.A.