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ABOVEGROUND POOL & SPA HEATERS
OPERATION & INSTALLATION MANUAL
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY - READ BEFORE OPERATING
Warning:
If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result,
causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Call (800) 831-7133
for additional free copies of these instructions.
Warning: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause
property damage, personal injury or death. Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
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For Your
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Safety
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Rev. F 1-22-04
MiniMax
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
WARNING
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.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in
the vicinity of this or other appliances.
Pentair Pool Products
1620 Hawkins Ave., Sanford, NC 27330
10951 West Los Angeles Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021
®
75 & 100
U.S. Patent Numbers
5,201,307 - 4,595,825
(919) 774-4151
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(805) 523-2400
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1
To
Consumer
Retain For
Future
Reference
P/N 471105
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Page 1: Important Safety Instructions
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or other appliances. 10951 West Los Angeles Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021 Rev. F 1-22-04 ® 75 & 100 WARNING WARNING Pentair Pool Products 1620 Hawkins Ave., Sanford, NC 27330 (919) 774-4151 •... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ............3 Codes . -
Page 3: Introduction
• Millivolt standing pilot versions in propane and natural gas, when no convenient line power is present. • Fuel gas input of 100,000 btu/hr with thermal efficiency in excess of 82%, (74,999 for the 75 Model). • Quiet and dependable operation from packaged burner system proven reliable in worldwide usage. -
Page 4: Warranty Information
This instruction manual provides operating instructions, installation, and service information for the MiniMax 100 high performance heater. The information in this manual applies to the MiniMax 75, and 100, natural gas and propane, DSI; and MiniMax 100 millivolt standing pilot heater models. -
Page 5: Direct Spark Ignition Lighting/Operation - Natural & Propane
Operation (contd.) MINIMAX 100 DIRECT-SPARK IGNITION LIGHTING/OPERATION- NATURAL GAS & PROPANE FOR YOUR SAFETY: READ BEFORE LIGHTING If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing personal injury, loss of life and property damage. Since propane gas is heavier than air, escaping propane will accumulate and remain at ground level. -
Page 6: Millivolt Lighting/Operation - Natural & Propane
Operation (contd.) MILLIVOLT LIGHTING/OPERATION- NATURAL GAS & PROPANE FOR YOUR SAFETY: READ BEFORE LIGHTING If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing personal injury, loss of life and property damage. Since propane gas is heavier than air, escaping propane will accumulate and remain at ground level. Do not attempt to light the heater. -
Page 7: Operating (Controls)
Operation (contd.) OPERATING (CONTROLS) DIRECT SPARK ELECTRONIC AND MILLIVOLT MODELS For convenience and economy all MiniMax 100 heaters are equipped with a thermostat on the front of the heater control panel; see Figure 5. Direct Spark MiniMax 100 heaters are equipped with an electronic thermostat while Millivolt MiniMax 100 heaters have a mechanical thermostat. - Page 8 Operation - Heater (contd.) Failure to Light- Lockout 1. Should the main burner fail to light, or flame is not detected during the trial-for-ignition (TFI) period the control will go into lockout and the valve will be turned off immediately. 2.
- Page 9 Operation - Heater (contd.) Proper Electrode Location Proper location of the ignition electrode assembly is important for optimum and safe system performance. The electrode assembly should be located as noted in Figure 6. The electrode assembly is NOT field repairable and must be replaced if damaged. Service Checks Symptom Cause/Cure...
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Page 10: Maintenance
Maintenance MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS It is recommended that you check the following items at least every six months and at the beginning of every swimming season. 1. Examine the venting system. Make sure there are no obstructions in the flow of combustion and ventilation air. -
Page 11: Chemical Balance
Maintenance (contd.) CHEMICAL BALANCE POOL AND SPA WATER Your Pentair Pool Products pool heater was designed specifically for your spa or pool and will give you many years of trouble free service provided you keep your water chemistry in proper condition. -
Page 12: Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions SPECIFICATIONS IMPORTANT NOTICE: These installation instructions are designed for use by qualified personnel only, trained especially for installation of this type of heating equipment and related components. Some states require installation and repair by licensed personnel. If this applies in your state, be sure your contractor bears the appropriate license. -
Page 13: Plumbing Connections
40 or 80 CPVC/ABS/PVC plumbing connections. Either a Quick-Flange or Quick-Flange II (depending on model ordered) has been included with the MiniMax 100 to insure conformity with Pentair Pool Products recommended CPVC/ABS plumbing procedure; see Figure 9. Other plumbing connections can be used. -
Page 14: Water Connections
Installation (contd.) WATER CONNECTIONS QUICK-FLANGE II INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR 1½ SCHEDULE 40 CPVC or ABS PIPE or SCHEDULE 80 PVC (you may adapt to SCH 40 PVC 12 inches beyond the Quick Flange II) (1½ in. npt x 1½ in. CPVC/ABS slip male adaptor may be required ) 1. -
Page 15: Gas Connections
7. For adjustment, remove the Regulator Adjustment Cap and using a screwdriver turn the screw clockwise to increase - counterclockwise to decrease gas pressure; see Figure 13. Figure 13. PENTAIR POOL PRODUCTS GAS PRESSURE SETTINGS* Normal Altitudes (0-2500 ft. Above Sea Level) Maximum inlet gas pressure... -
Page 16: Ventilation
Installation (contd.) VENTILATION OUTDOOR INSTALLATION This heater is certified by International Approval Services (AGA & CGA) for outdoor installation. If the heater is installed in very cold areas proper precau- tions are needed for freeze protection. The heater must be placed in a suitable area on a level, noncom- bustible surface. -
Page 17: Indoor Installation
Installation - Ventilation (contd.) INDOOR INSTALLATION The installation of venting system should conform with the latest edition of ANSI Z223.1, the National Fuel Gas Code, and/or in Canada, CAN/CGA-B149.1 or .2 or applicable provision of the local codes. All products of combustion and vent gases must be completely removed to the outside atmosphere through a vent pipe which is connected to the draft hood. -
Page 18: Vent Test
VENT TEST Use the following steps to perform a quick check of your venting installation. Allow the heater to operate for 15 minutes. Close the doors in the room, then strike a wooden match and blow out the flame. Hold the smoking match next to the draft hood;... -
Page 19: Electronic Direct Spark Ignition Wiring Diagram
Installation (contd.) MiniMax 100 Electronic Direct Spark Ignition Wiring Diagram SPARK IGNITER EXTERNAL BOND LUG TERMINATE SUPPLY SAFETY GROUND WIRE (GREEN) HERE GROUND SCREW WITH PAINT CUTTING WASHER CHASSIS SHEET METAL MiniMax 100 Millivolt Wiring Diagram Rev. F 1-22-04 MiniMax 100 ELECTRONIC WIRING DIAGRAM MODULE IF ORIGINAL FACTORY WIRING MUST BE REPLACED, INSTALLER MUST SUPPLY UL OR CSA (IF CANADA) APPROVED WIRE, 18 GAUGE, 600V, 150˚... -
Page 20: Troubleshooting - General
TROUBLESHOOTING - GENERAL Possible Cause Heater will not come on Automatic ignition system fails Pump not running Pump air locked Filter dirty Pump strainer clogged Defective wiring or connection Defective pressure switch Defective gas controls On-Off switch in "OFF" position Heater Short Cycling Insufficient water flow Defective wiring... -
Page 21: Parts List & Exploded View
Burner Tray Assy. (complete) Natural Gas Millivolt Burner Tray Assy. (complete) Propane Millivolt Burner Tray Assy. (complete) Natural Gas DSI Burner Tray Assy. (complete) Propane DSI Burner Tray Assy. (75) - (complete) Natural Gas Ignitor Electrode Gas Valve-Nat. Gas DSI-Robertshaw Gas Valve-Propane DSI-Robertshaw Gas Valve-Nat. - Page 22 EXPLODED VIEW P/N 471105 Rev. F 1-22-04...
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Page 23: Warranty Information
NOTES Rev. F 1-22-04 P/N 471105... -
Page 24: Save These Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Pentair Pool Products 1620 Hawkins Ave., Sanford, NC 27330 (919) 774-4151 • 10951 West Los Angeles Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021 (805) 523-2400 • P/N 471105 Rev. F 1-22-04...
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