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Raypak VERSA 055B Operating And Installation Manual

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OPERATING AND
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Models
055B
VERSA
SPA
and
HOT TUB HEATER
WARNING: If the information in these instructions are 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.
This manual should be maintained in legible condition and kept adjacent to the
heater or kept in a safe place for future reference.
CATALOG NO. 6100.52-K
Effective:
3-01-00
Replaces:
3-15-99
®
Part No. 240428

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  • Page 1 OPERATING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Models 055B VERSA HOT TUB HEATER WARNING: If the information in these instructions are 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents PART ONE - Owner's Operating Instructions SECTION 1 / START-UP PROCEDURES Before Start-Up Lighting Instructions & Shut-Off Procedures (manually lighted pilot MV) Operating Instructions & Shut-Off Procedures (automatically lighted pilot IID) After Start-Up SECTION 2 / CAUTION SECTION 3 / MAINTENANCE & CARE PROCEDURES Pool &...

  • Page 3: Part One - Owner's Operating Instructions

    PART ONE - OWNER'S OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY - READ BEFORE OPERATING SECTION 1 / START-UP PROCEDURES BEFORE START-UP BURNERS Clean main burners and air louvers of dust, lint and debris. Keep heater area clear and free from com- bustibles, flammable liquids and chemicals.

  • Page 4: Lighting Instructions & Shut-Off Procedures

    CAUTION: Propane gas is heavier than air and will settle on the ground. Since propane can accumulate in confined areas, extra care should be exercised when lighting propane heaters. LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS AND SHUT-OFF PROCEDURES A. This appliance has a pilot that must be lighted by hand.

  • Page 5: (Automatically Lighted Pilot Iid)

    CAUTION: Propane gas is heavier than air and will settle on the ground. Since propane can accumulate in confined areas, extra care should be exercised when lighting propane heaters. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SHUT-OFF PROCEDURES (ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEMS) A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot.

  • Page 6: After Start-Up

    AFTER START-UP Feel the inlet and outlet pipes. Outlet pipe should be only slightly warmer than the inlet. It should not be hot. WARNING: Should overheating occur or the gas sup- ply fail to shut off, turn off the manual gas control valve to the appliance.

  • Page 7: Pool & Spa Water Chemistry

    4. Make visual check of the burner and pilot flame. Flame pattern on the main burner and pilot is indicated in the previous illustration. Yellow flame means restriction of the air openings. Lifting or blowing flame indicates high gas pressure. Low flame means low gas pressure. Should this occur, shut the heater off and contact your gas supplier or qualified service agency.

  • Page 8: Part Two - Installation / Service Instructions

    When ordering parts, you must specify model and serial number of heater. When ordering under warranty conditions, you must also specify date of installation. Raypak recommends that this manual be reviewed thoroughly before installing your Raypak pool/spa heater. If there are any questions that this manual does not answer, please contact the factory or your local Raypak representative.

  • Page 9: Outdoor Heaters

    ALL HEATERS For clearances from combustible surfaces, see chart below. Clearances from Combustible construction. Indoor Installation: Top* (Drafthood) - 35"; Vent - 6"; Back - 2"; Right Side - 6"; Left Side - 6"; Floor - 0. Outdoor Installation: Top* (Stackless Top) - unobstructed;...

  • Page 10: Combustion Air

    HIGH WIND CONDITIONS (OUTDOOR UNITS ONLY) In areas where high winds are frequent, it may be necessary to locate the heater a minimum of 3' from high vertical walls, or install a wind break so the heater is not in direct wind current. INDOOR HEATERS The design is also certified for indoor installation when equipped with the approved draft hood.

  • Page 11: Vent Piping

    VENT PIPING WARNING: Indoor boilers require a draft hood 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. Vent piping the same size or larger than the draft hood outlet is recommended, however, when the total vent height is at least ten (10) feet (draft hood relief opening to vent terminal), the vent pipe size may be reduced as...

  • Page 12: Gas Supply Connections

    Propane Gas 2500 BTU/ FT @ 0.5" WC Pressure Drop 1/2" MODEL 055B GAS PRESSURE REGULATOR The gas pressure regulator is preset and sealed at 4" W.C. for natural gas, and ll" W. C. for propane gas. Between the gas valve and the burners is a l/8" pipe plug.

  • Page 13: Plumbing For Water Connections

    PLUMBING FOR WATER CONNECTIONS LOCATION The VERSA heater requires water flow and posi- tive pressure to fire and operate properly. It must therefore be installed downstream of the discharge side of the filter pump. A typical installation is plumbed as follows: 1.

  • Page 14: Electrical Wiring

    EXTERNAL AUXILIARY BYPASS VALVE (Where required) An auxiliary bypass valve should be used when flow rates exceed 60 GPM (usually a high performance pump size larger than 1 1/2 HP will exceed this flow rate). This valve is required to complement the function of the automatic bypass valve, particularly when start- ing the heater in winter or early spring when the spa or pool temperature is down below 55°F.

  • Page 15: Wiring Diagram Key

    For 120 V input power to the unit, connect the black wire WIRING DIAGRAM KEY to the “L1” or hot leg of the power supply. Connect the white wire to the “L2” or neutral leg of the power supply. PINK CONNECTOR BLUE CONNECTOR Attach the wire nut to the red wire.
  • Page 16 WIRING DIAGRAM MILLIVOLT UNITS WITH MECHANICAL THERMOSTAT WIRING DIAGRAM MILLIVOLT UNITS WITH SOLID STATE THERMOSTAT Fig. # 1934e Fig. # 2246e...
  • Page 17 WIRING DIAGRAM 152178 Model 055 IID...

  • Page 18: Section 4 / Servicing Instructions General Location Of Controls

    SECTION 4 / SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL LOCATION OF CONTROLS HIGH LIMITS (Located in the Inlet/Outlet header) Pressure Switch Burner & Pilot Thermal Fuse CONTROLS/ADJUSTMENTS/REPLACEMENTS CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.

  • Page 19: Pressure Switch Adjustment

    PRESSURE SWITCH ADJUSTMENT: 1. With pump and heater on, turn adjustment knob (clockwise) until a click is heard from the gas valve. 2. Turn adjustment knob (counter clockwise) 1/4 turn. 3. Turn pump off and on several times. Heater should shut off immediately. If it does not, repeat steps above until proper adjustment is made.

  • Page 20: Main Burner & Orifice

    BURNER DRAWER REMOVAL 1. Shut off main electrical power switch to heater. 2. Shut off gas upstream of heater. 3. Remove front door. 4. Disconnect gas line from gas valve. 5. Remove (2) screws that mount burner tray to unit. 6.

  • Page 21: Desooting Procedure

    DESOOTING PROCEDURE CAUTION: SOOT IS COMBUSTIBLE. EXERCISE EXTREME CARE. NEVER USE A WIRE BRUSH. Soot can clog areas between fins and cause even- tual tube failure. Any sign of soot at the base of the burners or around the outer jacket indicates a need for cleaning.

  • Page 22: Section 5 / Trouble Shooting Guide

    IMPORTANT NOTICE These instructions are primarily intended for the use of qualified personnel 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.
  • Page 23 Heater running after pump shuts off... Refractory damage... Sooted heater... RAYPAK POOL OR SPA HEATER ELECTRICAL CHECK WITH MV GAS VALVE CAUTION: For qualified service personnel only. Filter must be on with adequate water flow through heater. Gas valve must be "ON" position. Thermostat set higher than pool water temperature.
  • Page 24 ELECTRICAL (SOLID STATE THERMOSTAT MILLIVOLT) If the pool/spa/hot tub water is too cold, troubleshoot the system as follows: Check voltage at + and - terminals. VOLTAGE BETWEEN + 0.2 V and 0.75 V. (Polarity is critical) Set control to max. temperature. After 2-3 cycles, check water temperature.

  • Page 25: Electrical (Electronic Ignition Iid)

    ELECTRICAL (ELECTRONIC IGNITION IID) Intermittent Pilot System TROUBLESHOOTING HONEYWELL S8600 START TURN GAS SUPPLY OFF. TURN THERMOSTAT (CONTROLLER) TO CALL FOR HEAT POWER TO MODULE (24 V NOMINAL) SPARK ACROSS IGNITER/SENSOR GAP TURN GAS SUPPLY ON PILOT BURNER LIGHTS? SPARK STOPS WHEN PILOT IS LIT? MAIN BURNER LIGHTS? SYSTEM RUNS UNTIL...
  • Page 26 ELECTRICAL (SOLID STATE THERMOSTAT IID) If the pool/spa/hot tub water is too cold, troubleshoot the system as follows: Check voltage at 24 V terminals. VOLTAGE BETWEEN 21.5-28.5 V. Set control to max. temperature. After 2-3 cycles, check water temperature. TEMPERATURE BELOW 105°F Disconnect sensor leads from circuit board.

  • Page 27: Section 6/Replacement Parts List

    Any part returned for replacement under standard company warranties must be properly tagged with RAYPAK return parts tag, completely filled in with the heater serial number, model number, etc., and shipped to the Company Freight Prepaid. If determined defective by the Company and within warranty, the part will be returned in kind or equal substitution, freight collect.
  • Page 28 13-H 12-H 4-H 10-H 11-H 12-P 14-P Fig. #8132.0 13-P 15-P Fig. #8133.0 11-P 14-P...

  • Page 31: Warranty Conditions

    GENERAL Raypak, Inc. warrants that all parts of this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of TWO YEARS FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE FOR A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE (ONE YEAR IF OTHER THAN FOR SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE USE).
  • Page 32 Raypak, Inc., 31111 Agoura Road, Westlake Village, CA 91361-4699 (818) 889-1500 FAX (818) 889-4522 Raypak Canada LTD, 2805 Slough Street, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L4T 1G2 (905) 677-7999 FAX (905) 677-8036 Raypak Australia Pty. Ltd, 7 Geddes St., Mulgrave, Victoria, Australia 3170 (6139) 560 4944 FAX (6139) 560 4974 Litho in U.S.A.

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