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CANADIAN MANUAL
FVIR GAS WATER HEATER
(FLAMMABLE VAPOR IGNITION RESISTANT)
FOR SPACE HEATING AND POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY.
NOT FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES.
This water heater complies with ANSI Z21.10.1-current
edition / CSA 4.1-current edition regarding the accidental
or unintended ignition of fl ammable vapors, such as those
emitted by gasoline.
• Safety Instructions
• Installation
• Operation
INSTALLER:
•
AFFIX THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO OR ADJACENT
TO THE WATER HEATER.
OWNER:
•
RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. RETAIN THE
ORIGINAL RECEIPT AS PROOF OF PURCHASE.
WARNING: Gas leaks can not always be detected by
smell.
Gas suppliers recommend that you use a gas detector
approved by UL or CSA.
For more information, contact the your gas supplier.
If a gas leak is detected, follow the "WHAT TO DO IF YOU
SMELL GAS" instructions.
ALL TECHNICAL AND WARRANTY QUESTIONS: SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE LOCAL DEALER FROM WHOM THE WATER HEATER WAS PURCHASED.
IF YOU ARE UNSUCCESSFUL, CONTACT RESIDENTIAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AT 1-800-479-8324 or WWW.GSW-WH.COM.
PRINTED IN THE U.S.A. 0913
• Care and Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Parts List
Installation Instructions and Use & Care Guide
RESIDENTIAL GAS WATER HEATERS
AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED
WARNING: If the information in these
instructions 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 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.
1
For Your Safety
BY THIS WATER HEATER.
PART NO. 325694-001
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Page 1: Water Heater Safety
ALL TECHNICAL AND WARRANTY QUESTIONS: SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE LOCAL DEALER FROM WHOM THE WATER HEATER WAS PURCHASED. IF YOU ARE UNSUCCESSFUL, CONTACT RESIDENTIAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AT 1-800-479-8324 or WWW.GSW-WH.COM. PRINTED IN THE U.S.A. 0913... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Water Heater Safety ....................................1 Safe Installation, Use and Service ..............................3 Safety Precautions .................................... 3-4 Typical Installation ....................................5 Installing your Gas Water Heater ..............................6-8 Important Information About Your Water Heater ........................6 Consumer Information ................................6 Consumer Responsibilities .............................. -
Page 3: Safe Installation, Use And Service
SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE Your safety and the safety of others is extremely important in the installation, use and servicing of this water heater. Many safety-related messages and instructions have been provided in this manual and on your own water heater to warn you and others of a potential injury hazard. - Page 4 Fire or Explosion Harzard Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Avoid all ignition sources if you smell Natural or LP gas. Do not expose water heater control to excessive gas pressure.
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Page 5: Typical Installation
TYPICAL INSTALLATION GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELS A Vent Pipe J Inner Door S Gas Control Valve/Thermostat B Draft Hood K Outer Door T Drain Valve C Anode (Not Shown) L Union U Manifold/Burner Assembly D Hot Water Outlet M Inlet Water Shut-off Valve V Flue E Insulation... -
Page 6: Installing Your Gas Water Heater
INSTALLING YOUR GAS WATER HEATER Important Information About This Water Heater Unpacking the Water Heater This gas water heater was manufactured to voluntary safety standards to reduce the likelihood of a flammable WARNING vapor ignition incident. New technology used in meeting these standards makes this product more sensitive to installation errors or improper installation environments. -
Page 7: Location Requirements
Location Requirements If flammable liquids or vapors have spilled or leaked in the area of the water heater, leave the area immediately and call the fire department from a neighbor’s home. Do not attempt to clean the spill until all ignition sources have WARNING been extinguished. -
Page 8: Clearances And Accessibility
• Devices that will turn off the gas supply to a gas water heater while at the same time shutting off its water supply. EXHAUST FAN IMPORTANT: The water heater should be located in an area where leakage of the tank or connections will not result in REVERSE FLOW damage to the area adjacent to the water heater or to lower OF GASES... -
Page 9: Gas Supply
GAS SUPPLY WARNING MANUAL GAS SHUT-OFF VALVE GROUND JOINT UNION CHECK WITH LOCAL UTILITY FOR MINIMUM HEIGHT Explosion Hazard 3 in. (7.62 cm) MINIMUM 12 in. (300mm) • Use a new CSA approved gas supply line. MAXIMUM AIR GAP • Install a shut-off valve. SEDIMENT TRAP •... -
Page 10: Lp Gas Only
LP Gas Only WARNING Liquefied petroleum gas is over 50% heavier than air and in the occurrence of a leak in the system, the gas will settle at floor level. Basements, crawl spaces, closets and areas below ground level will serve as pockets for the accumulation of gas. -
Page 11: Combustion Air And Ventilation
COMBUSTION AIR & VENTILATION WARNING TABLE 1 Minimum Square Feet Typical Room Carbon Monoxide Warning BTU/HR (kW) (Square Metres) with 8 Foot Input with 8 Foot (2.44 Metre) Follow all the local and provincial codes or, in the (2.44 Metre) Ceiling absence of local and provincial codes, the “Natural Gas Ceiling... -
Page 12: All Air From Outdoors
However, it must never be lower than the relief opening of CONFINED the draft hood. See Figure 4. SPACE 12 in. (30.5 cm) MINIMUM AS CLOSE TO CEILING AS POSSIBLE AND ABOVE GRADE ABOVE DRAFT HOOD. & SNOW LEVELS GRADE COMBINATION CLOSET COMBUSTION/... -
Page 13: Draft Hood Installation
CSA B149.1-current edition (Natural Gas and Propane location. A single wall metal vent connector cannot pass Installation Code) and all local/provincial codes. through any interior wall. When installing a vent connector, please note the following The vent pipe installation must not be obstructed so as (See Figures 16-18): to prevent the removal of exhaust gases to the outside atmosphere. -
Page 14: Vertical Exhaust Gas Vent
Do not terminate the vent connector in a chimney that has not installations and may or may not be typical for your been certified for this purpose. Some local codes may prohibit specific application. Consult the “Natural Gas and Propane the termination of vent connectors in a masonry chimney. -
Page 15: Water System Piping
WATER SYSTEM PIPING Piping Installation IN A CLOSED SYSTEM, USE A THERMAL EXPANSION TANK Piping, fittings, and valves should be installed according to COLD WATER SUPPLY TO FIXTURES the installation drawing (Figure 11). If the indoor installation HOT WATER OUTLET area is subject to freezing temperatures, the water piping MAIN WATER SUPPLY must be protected by insulation. -
Page 16: Closed System/Thermal Expansion
• It is recommend that only full flow ball or gate valves are used in water piping installations. The use of valves that may cause excessive restriction to water flow is not recommended. TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURE RELIEF (T&P) VALVE (OPTIONAL TOP T&P RELIEF •... -
Page 17: Combination Space Heating/Potable Water System
to the insulation to ensure that it is fully seated on the of the temperature and pressure relief valve (T & P) T&P Relief Valve. Once seated, secure the insulation or higher than normal water temperatures are the first with duct tape, electrical tape, or equivalent. signs of thermosiphoning. -
Page 18: Important Information About This Water Heater
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS WATER HEATER This gas water heater was manufactured to voluntary safety standards to reduce the likelihood of a flammable vapor ignition incident. The new technology used in meeting these standards makes this product more sensitive to installation errors. -
Page 19: Operating Your Water Heater
OPERATING YOUR WATER HEATER Lighting Instructions WARNING Read and understand these directions thoroughly before attempting to light or re-light the pilot. Make sure the view Explosion Hazard port is not missing or damaged. (See Figure 21.) Make sure the tank is completely filled with water before lighting Replace view port if glass is missing the pilot. -
Page 20: Lighting Instructions
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS D'ALLUMAGE GAS CONTROL/ TEMPERATURE KNOB CADRAN DE RÉGLAGE DE TEMPÉRATURE/GAZ 120°F 120°F 120°F MAIN BURNER FIGURE 'A' FIGURE 'B' FIGURE 'C' (48.9°C) (48.9°C) (48.9°C) BRÛLEUR PRINCIPAL Mark Mark Mark Marque Marque Marque STATUS LIGHT THERMOPILE VOYANT D’ÉTAT "PILOT"... -
Page 21: Checking The Draft
Checking the Draft Water Temperature Regulation WARNING Water temperature over 125°F (52°C) can cause servere burns instantly resulting in severe injury or death. Burn Hazard Children, the elderly, and the physically or mentally disabled are at Do not touch vent. highest risk for scald injury. -
Page 22: Operating The Temperature Control System
Water Temperature Adjustment Time for Time for 1st Degree Water Temperature Permanent Burns The water temperature setting can be adjusted from Burn °F (°C) 2nd & 3rd Degree (Less Severe Burns) 55°F (12.7°C) to 155°F (68.3°C). Turn the Gas Control/ (Most Severe Burns) Temperature Knob to the desired setting/temperature. - Page 23 Excessive condensation can cause pilot outage due to 4. The ignition of flammable vapors. water running down the flue tube onto the main burner and A thermopile is used to determine if a pilot flame is putting out the pilot. present, and will shut off the gas supply to the main burner and the pilot if the flame is absent.
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Page 24: Draining And Flushing
The following are typical (but not all) signs of a depleted 3. Close the cold water inlet valve. anode rod: 4. Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate it to • The majority of the rod’s diameter is less than 3/8” an adequate drain or external to the building. -
Page 25: Maintenance Of Your Water Heater
properly. To prevent water damage, the valve must be TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURE properly connected to a discharge line which terminates at RELIEF VALVE MANUAL RELIEF an adequate drain. Standing clear of the outlet (discharged VALVE water may be hot), slowly lift and release the lever handle on the temperature and pressure relief valve to allow the valve to operate freely and return to its closed position. -
Page 26: Replacing The Pilot/ Thermopile Assembly
Replacing the Pilot/ Thermopile Assembly 7. Route the new pilot tube, igniter wire and thermopile wire through the opening in the manifold door. See Figure 23. 1. Remove the manifold door assembly as described in 8. Using the pilot screw removed earlier, attach the new “Removing the Manifold/Burner Assembly”... -
Page 27: External Inspection & Cleaning Of The Base-Ring Filter
External Inspection & Cleaning of the Replacing the Manifold/Burner Assembly Base-Ring Filter WARNING 1. Periodically check the base-ring filter (Figure 26) for any dust or debris that may have accumulated on the filter screen. NOTE: If the water heater is located in an area that is subjected to lint and dirt, it may be necessary to check the base-ring filter frequently. -
Page 28: Piezoelectric Igniter System
Removing and Replacing the Gas Control 7. Connect the white and red wires to the gas control valve/thermostat as shown in Figure 21. Also, ensure Valve/Thermostat that the red thermal switch wires are connected to the thermal switch on the manifold door.. IMPORTANT: This water heater has a resettable thermal switch installed. -
Page 29: Fvir System Operational Checklist
FVIR System Operational Checklist No leaks at pilot and manifold connection. Manifold gasket properly sealed. Manifold door screws securely tightened. Viewport not damaged or cracked. Depress the button on the thermal switch Flame-arrestor free of debris and undamaged. Manifold component block properly installed. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) - Page 30 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Insufficient combustion air 1. Provide ventilation to water heater. Check SLOW HOT WATER RECOVERY flue way, flue baffle, and burner 2. Water heater flue or vent system 2. Clean flue, locate source and correct blocked 3.
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Page 31: Pilot Light Troubleshooting Flowchart
PILOT LIGHT TROUBLESHOOTING FLOWCHART Section A: Pilot light will not light (new installation). Section C: Pilot light will not remain lit. Complete this section after completing Section B. Is the manual gas shut-off valve, Turn the manual gas shut-off valve to Check for insufficient combustion air. -
Page 32: Status Light And Diagnostic Code Troubleshooting Chart
STATUS LIGHT AND DIAGNOSTIC CODE TROUBLESHOOTING CHART LED STATUS PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION 0 FLASHES (LED NOT LIT) Pilot light is not lit or Thermopile Turn Gas Control Valve/Thermostat knob to OFF. Wait has not yet reached normal 10 minutes, then attempt to relight Pilot by following operating temperature. -
Page 33: Status Light And Diagnostic Code Troubleshooting Chart
STATUS LIGHT AND DIAGNOSTIC CODE TROUBLESHOOTING CHART (Continued) LED STATUS PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION 4 FLASHES The Gas Control Valve’s Relight pilot and verify 4 flashes. If 4 flashes are temperature sensor has detected observed, turn Gas Control Valve/Thermostat knob that the water temperature was to OFF. -
Page 34: Repair Parts
REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION When ordering repair parts, always give the following information: Model, serial, and product number Type of gas Item number Parts description Repair Parts List Item Parts Description DRAFT HOOD HEAT TRAP (COLD) - SOME MODELS HEAT TRAP (HOT) - SOME MODELS COLD WATER DIP TUBE ANODE ROD TEMPERATURE &... -
Page 35: Listed Parts Kits And Illustrations
Listed Parts Kits and Illustrations Item 11A: Pilot / Thermopile Assembly kit, which contains the pilot / pilot tube assembly, thermopile, and igniter electrode. (Natural Gas) Item 11B: Pilot / Thermopile Assembly kit, which contains the pilot / pilot tube assembly, thermopile, and igniter electrode. (L.P. -
Page 36: Notes
NOTES... - Page 37 NOTES...
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Page 38: Warranty
RESIDENTIAL STORAGE TANK TYPE WATER HEATER FOR INSTALLATION IN A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING A. WHO IS COVERED. GSW WATER HEATING AND ITS SUPPLIERS, (herein collectively referred to as “Manufacturer”) warrants only to the origi- nal consumer purchaser (hereinafter “Owner”) of the water heater, within the boundaries of the continental United States or Canada, or their territories, so long as he or she continuously occupies the single family dwelling in which this water heater is initially installed for the period specifi... - Page 39 GSW Water Heaters 599 Hill Street West Fergus, ON Canada N1M 2X1 Should you have any questions, please Visit us online at www.gsw-wh.com, or E-mail us at techsupport@gsw-wh.com, or Call our Technical Support line at 1 888 GSW TECH (479 8324)
- Page 40 GSW Water Heaters 599 Hill Street West Fergus, ON Canada N1M 2X1 Should you have any questions, please Visit us online at www.gsw-wh.com, or E-mail us at techsupport@gsw-wh.com, or Call our Technical Support line at 1 888 GSW TECH (479 8324)
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