Section 3. Operation; Basic System Operation; Hsi (Hot-Surface Ignition) Lighting/Operation - STA-RITE Max-E-Therm® Operation & Installation Manual

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Operation Instructions

BASIC SYSTEM OPERATION

Start pump, make sure the pump is running and is primed, to close the water pressure switch and supply
power to heater. Be sure the pool and/or spa is properly filled with water. Follow the Lighting/Operating instructions
below.
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MAX-E-THERM
FOR YOUR SAFETY: READ BEFORE LIGHTING
If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
Do not attempt to light the heater if you suspect a gas leak. Lighting the heater can result in a fire or explosion
which can cause personal injury, death, and property damage.
START-UP AND OPERATION
START-UP AND SHUTDOWN INSTRUCTIONS ARE ON THE LABEL ATTACHED TO THE COVER OF THE APPLIANCE
CONTROL BOX.
BEFORE START-UP
A. This appliance does not have a pilot. It is equipped with
an ignition device which automatically lights the burners.
Do not try to light the burners by hand.
B. BEFORE OPERATING, 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
– 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.
C. Use only your hand to turn the gas control on or off.
Never use tools. If you cannot change the ON/OFF
setting by hand, don't try to repair it, call a qualified
service technician. Forced or attempted repair may result
in a fire or explosion.
D. Do not use this heater if any part has been under water.
Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect
the heater and to replace any part of the control system
and any gas control which has been under water.
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HSI ELECTRONIC IGNITION LIGHTING/OPERATION
WARNING
E. Do not operate the pool heater unless the pool or spa is
properly filled with water.
F. Before operating the appliance for the first time or after
it has been off for an extended time, perform the
following checklist:
1. Remove debris or other articles from inside the heater
and the area around the heater and its exhaust vent.
Make sure the ventilation openings are clear of debris
or obstruction. For installations in an enclosed space,
make sure openings for combustion and ventilation
air are unobstructed.
2. Keep heater area clear and free from combustibles,
flammable liquids and chemicals.
3. Check that all water connections are tight.
4. Water must be flowing through the heater during
operation. Make sure that pool/spa is filled with water
and have pump operating. Check that water flow is
unobstructed from the appliance. When operating for
the first time or after an extended shut-down, run
filter pump for several minutes to clear all air from
the system.

Section 3. Operation

Rev. B 6-23-08