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Reliance Water Heaters 11-03 Instruction Manual

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Instruction Manual for
Residential
Power Direct Vent
Gas Water Heaters
NOT FOR USE IN MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOMES
ALL TECHNICAL AND WARRANTY QUESTIONS: SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE LOCAL DEALER FROM
WHOM THE WATER HEATER WAS PURCHASED. IF YOU ARE UNSUCCESSFUL, PLEASE WRITE TO THE
COMPANY LISTED ON THE RATING PLATE ON THE WATER HEATER.
For Your Safety
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.
Save this Manual for Future Reference.
GAMA certification applies to all
residential gas water heaters with
capacities of 20 to 100 gallons
with input rating of 75,000
BTU/Hr. or less.
AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS
USED BY THIS WATER HEATER
Improper installation, adjustment, alter-
ation, service or maintenance can cause
DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE. Refer to this manual
for assistance or consult the local gas utility
for further information.
Flammable vapors may be drawn by air cur-
rents from other areas of the structure to
this appliance.
READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION
BEGINNING ON INSIDE COVER AND THEN
THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING
OR OPERATING THIS WATER HEATER.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
184333-001
11-03

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  • Page 1 BTU/Hr. or less. ALL TECHNICAL AND WARRANTY QUESTIONS: SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE LOCAL DEALER FROM WHOM THE WATER HEATER WAS PURCHASED. IF YOU ARE UNSUCCESSFUL, PLEASE WRITE TO THE COMPANY LISTED ON THE RATING PLATE ON THE WATER HEATER.

  • Page 2: General Safety

    Compliance with such local requirements must be satisfied by the installer or end user of the water heater with a locally pre- scribed temperature-pressure relief valve installed in the des- ignated opening in the water heater in place of the factory fur- nished valve.

  • Page 3: General Safety

    For this reason, it is not advisable to install the water heater in an attic or upper floor. When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan should be installed under the water heater.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ...5 Preparing for the New Installation Typical Installation Locating the New Water Heater Facts to Consider About Location ...7-8 Combustion Air and Ventilation ...8-9 Venting Clearances ...8-9 Air for Ventilation for Appliances Located in Confined Spaces ...9 Installing the New Water Heater Water Piping ...10...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    1. Read the “General Safety” section, pages 2 and 3 of this manual first and then the entire manual carefully. If you don’t follow the safety rules, the water heater will not operate properly. It could cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

  • Page 6: Typical Installation

    7' POWER CORD (Factory supplied) *Certain models do not have these connection assemblies shipped with the water heater. They (Part #9001262) are available through the manufacturer. See “Repair Parts” section for ordering information. This appliance has been design certified as complying with American National Standard/CSA Standard for water heaters and is considered suitable for: Water (Potable) Heating: All models are “considered suitable for water (potable) heating.”...

  • Page 7: Locating The New Water Heater

    DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY IN- JURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. 5. The water heater comes equipped with a 7 foot power cord which can be used to connect to a 110/120 volt power source if (1) local codes allow, and (2) there is a three prong receptacle available.

  • Page 8: Combustion Air And Ventilation

    DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. WARNING If this water heater will be used in beauty shops, barber shops, cleaning establishments, or self-service laundries with dry clean- ing equipment, it is imperative that the water heater or water heaters be installed so that combustion and ventilation air be taken from outside these areas.

  • Page 9: Air For Ventilation For Appliances Located In Confined Spaces

    Figure 5 WIRE FENCE When the water heater outlet terminal is low enough to be touched accidentally, or is accessible to small children, a wire mesh chain link fence (as shown in Figure 6) may be used. Care should be taken to maintain adequate ventila- tion around the outlet terminal.

  • Page 10: Installing The New Water Heater

    If a water heater is installed in a closed water supply sys- tem; such as one having a back-flow preventer, check valve, water meter with a check valve, etc. in the cold water supply;...

  • Page 11: Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve

    Compliance with such local requirements must be satisfied by the installer or end user of the water heater with a local- ly prescribed temperature-pressure relief valve installed in the designated opening in the water heater in place of the factory furnished valve.

  • Page 12: Filling The Water Heater

    CAUTION If wiring from the fuse box or circuit breaker box was aluminum for the old water heater, replace it with copper wire. If you wish to reuse the existing aluminum wire, have the connection at the water heater made by a competent electrician. Contact a local electrical contractor and/or the local electric utility.

  • Page 13: Wiring Diagram

    WARNING The vent outlet must connect to the water heater exhaust out- let. The vent inlet piping must connect to the water heater air inlet. Both the water heater connections are clearly marked. Failure to read this instruction can result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
  • Page 14 1. Two 3″ inlet and outlet PVC Schedule 40 - 45° vent caps. 2. A 3″ ABS Schedule 40 - 90 street ell; used to connect the out- let vent pipe to the water heater when the outlet vent pipe is to be turned horizontally directly off the blower.
  • Page 15 Installing the New Water Heater (cont'd) VENTING SYSTEM EXAMPLE INSTALLATIONS FOR ALL MODELS The vent piping cannot under any circumstances be run downhill. The vent piping can be installed as follows: 1. Horizontal runs require a minimum 3 ELBOW EXAMPLE...
  • Page 16 75 GAL.– 63 The 3″ PVC, ABS or CPVC Schedule 40 vent pipe can be run from the water heater through the wall or from the wall to the water heater, whichever is most convenient. The vent pipe must extend a minimum of 1 ″...
  • Page 17 A 5’ section of 3″ ABS Schedule 40 outlet vent pipe (75 Gal. Models and 50 Gal. 65,000 Btu/Hr Models only) is sup- plied. (More may be required and must be supplied locally). 1. The water heater requires its own (separate) venting VENT TO OUTDOORS...

  • Page 18: Venting

    “OFF” until the water heater installation is complete. A gas line of sufficient size must be run to the water heater. Consult the current edition of National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1, also referred to as NFPA 54 and the gas company concerning pipe size.
  • Page 19 SEDIMENT TRAP A sediment trap shall be installed as close to the inlet of the water heater as practical at the time or water heater instal- lation. The sediment trap shall be either a tee fitting with a capped nipple in the bottom outlet or other device recog- nized as an effective sediment trap.

  • Page 20: Installation Checklist

    DRIP LEG (Sediment trap) PIPE CAP 4. Is the water heater completely filled with water? See “Filling the Water Heater” instructions in the “Installing the New Water Heater” section. 5. Will a water leak damage anything? See the “Locating the New Water Heater”...

  • Page 21: Operating

    This water heater is equipped with an electrically operated venting system and electronic control. For the burner to come on, the water heater thermostat must call for heat. Then the system will begin sequencing, each section prov- ing itself before gas is allowed to flow to the burner.
  • Page 22 CHECK FOR LEAKS Be sure to check all your gas pipes for leaks before operat- ing your water heater. Use a soapy water solution, not a match or open flame. Check the factory gas fittings when the main burner is turned “ON”.
  • Page 23 Operating (cont’d) FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING WARNING: explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. BEFORE OPERATING: ENTIRE SYSTEM MUST BE FILLED WITH WATER AND AIR PURGED FROM ALL LINES. A. This appliance does not have a pilot. It is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner.

  • Page 24: Temperature Regulation

    Temperature Regulation Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water temperature in certain situations may vary up to 30°F high- er or lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc. Any water heaters intended purpose is to heat water. Hot water is needed for cleaning, (bodies, dishes, clothing).

  • Page 25: For Your Information

    Whenever the water heater is filled with cold water, a cer- tain amount of condensation will form while the burner is on. A water heater may appear to be leaking when in fact the water is condensing. This usually happens when: a.

  • Page 26: Air" In Hot Water Faucets

    See the “Temperature Regulation” section. 4. The gas company can check the gas input to see if it is correct. An underfired water heater will not heat water as quickly. 5. Look for leaking or open hot water faucet’s. Make sure all are closed.

  • Page 27: Periodic Maintenance

    Burner Inspection WARNING Flood damage to a water heater may not be readily visi- ble or immediately detectible. However, over a period of time a flooded water heater will create dangerous conditions which can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

  • Page 28: Gas Control Valve & Burner Assembly Replacement Information

    (C to D) are left hand threads. For ordering these replacement parts, please refer to the “Repair Parts” section of this manual. Housekeeping Vacuum around base of water heater for dust, dirt, and lint on a regular basis. WARNING INSTALLED IN SUITABLE AREA: To insure sufficient ventilation and combustion air supply, proper clear- ances from the water heater must be maintained.

  • Page 29: Draining

    5. OPEN the water heater drain valve to allow for tank draining. NOTE: If the water heater is going to be shut down and drained for an extended period, the drain valve should be left open with hose connected allowing water to ter- minate to an adequate drain.

  • Page 30: Leakage Checkpoints

    “Draining” instructions in the “Periodic Maintenance” section and then remove fitting. Put pipe dope or teflon tape on the threads and replace. Then follow “Filling the Water Heater” instructions in the “Installing the New Water Heater” section. Read this manual first. Then before checking the water heater make sure the gas supply has been turned “OFF”,...

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting WARNING This troubleshooting guide has been supplied for use by qualified service personnel who have a complete under- standing of both electricity and gas. Turn “ON” gas supply. Call gas company to increase gas pressure. Label all wiring before disconnecting any wiring; to ensure correct reconnection.
  • Page 32 Troubleshooting (cont’d) SYSTEMS CHECK Please check guidelines below. For your safety, water heater service should be performed only by a qualified service technician. LED STATUS An open earth ground circuit to the ▼ A B C ignition system. ● ●...

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    Proper dilution air must be provided for comb- ustion and dilution of flue temp. Refer to “INSTAL- LING THE NEW WATER HEATER” section. Supply air is too hot. Check for heat sources around intake terminal and blockage of dilution air leg.

  • Page 34: Repair Parts

    Repair Parts Outlet Parts Only 75 Gallon Models and 50 Gallon 65,000 Btu/Hr Models...
  • Page 35 †† - 40,000 Btuh Nat., 38,000 Btuh Propane (L.P.) Now that you have purchased this Water Heater, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact the com- pany it was purchased from or the manufacturer listed on the model rating plate on the water heater.
  • Page 36 Repair Parts Outlet Parts Only 75 Gallon Models and 50 Gallon 65,000 Btu/Hr Models...

  • Page 37: Repair Parts

    †† - 70,000 Btuh Nat., 65,000 Btuh Propane (L.P.) Now that you have purchased this Water Heater, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact the com- pany it was purchased from or the manufacturer listed on the model rating plate on the water heater.
  • Page 38 Notes...
  • Page 39 Notes...

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