Giant Factories UG50-58 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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RESIDENTIAL GAS-FIRED POWER VENT WATER HEATERS
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
UG50-62 (Nat) &
UG50-58 (LP) Models
High Input
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE BEGINNING THE INSTALLATION. PROPER
INSTALLATION WILL PROVIDE SAFE AND EFFICIENT SERVICE, AND AVOID NEEDLESS EXPENSE NOT
COVERED BY THE WARRANTY. READ THE PRODUCT WARRANTY CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL AND
REMEMBER TO FILL OUT AND RETURN TO THE MANUFACTURER ALL RELEVANT WARRANTY CARDS
AND CERTIFICATES. SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL DEALER OR
REFER TO THE GETTING SERVICE FOR YOUR WATER HEATER SECTION OF THIS MANUAL.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCES.
For your records, write the model and serial number here:
Model # _____________________________
Serial # _____________________________
54000060
© 2019 Giant Factories Inc. Printed in Canada
(EQUIPPED WITH FVIR TECHNOLOGY)
OWNER'S MANUAL
IMPORTANT
CAUTION
WARNING
This water heater IS NOT design certified for
DANGER
installation in a manufactured (mobile) home or
for installation outdoors.
CAUTION
AVERTISSEMENT
WARNING
ATTENTION
If the information in these instructions is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result
DANGER
causing property damage, personal injury, or
death.
AVERTISSEMENT
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapours and liquids in the vicinity of
ATTENTION
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.
• From a neighbour's phone, immediately
call your gas supplier. 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.
ISO 9001
ENREGISTRÉ
R
R
ISO 9001
REGISTRED
GI-IM054En-0319

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  • Page 1 REFER TO THE GETTING SERVICE FOR YOUR WATER HEATER SECTION OF THIS MANUAL. SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCES. ISO 9001 ENREGISTRÉ For your records, write the model and serial number here: Model # _____________________________ ISO 9001 REGISTRED Serial # _____________________________ 54000060 © 2019 Giant Factories Inc. Printed in Canada GI-IM054En-0319...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Information ....3 Installation Instructions for Installation Instructions ... . . 4 Water Heaters Approved for Space Heating and Potable Water Heating .
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety and the safety of others is extremely important during the installation, operation and servicing of this water heater. Many safety-related messages have been provided in this manual and on your water heater. Always read and abide by all safety messages. These messages will point out the potential hazard, tell you how to reduce the risk of injury and tell CAUTION you what will happen if the instructions are not followed.
  • Page 4: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT These instructions have been written as a guide for the proper installation and operation of your water heater, and the manufacturer of this water heater will not accept any liability where these instructions have not been followed. However, for your safety and to avoid damage caused by improper installation, this water heater must be installed by a Certified Licensed Professional, and meet all local codes or, in the absence of local codes, CSA B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Gas Installation Code, in Canada, and/or the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, in the United States.
  • Page 5: Combustion And Ventilation Air Supply

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Combustion and Ventilation Air Supply Figure 2 In order for the water heater to operate properly, it must be supplied with an uninterrupted flow of clean combustion and ventilation air. The area around the water heater must always be kept clear and the combustion air intake holes at the bottom of the water heater must never be blocked.
  • Page 6: Louvers And Grilles

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS to provide the free area specified. If the design and Figure 4 free area is not known, it may be assumed that wood louvers and grilles will allow 20-25% free area and metal louvers and grilles will allow 60-75% free area. Louvers and grilles must be installed in the open position or interconnected with the water heater so that they are opened automatically during water...
  • Page 7: Venting

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS The water might be vented using one of the following Figure 7 options only: • Three (3) inch (7.6 cm) or four (4) inch (10.2 cm) schedule 40 PVC or CPVC, pipe and fittings. • Three (3) inch (7.6 cm) or four (4) inch (10.2 cm) PolyPro ®...
  • Page 8 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Table 2 — Centrotherm™ Figure 8 Appliance adapter Increaser 3'' min. 2" 3-inch (7.6 cm) pipe ISAA0303 18'' min. 4-inch (10.2 cm) pipe ISAA0303 ISIA0304 ® DURAVENT POLYPROPYLENE PIPE ® (PolyPro single-wall gas vent system): PolyPro ® 18'' min. ®...
  • Page 9: Through-The-Wall Venting Installation

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PolyPro ® Through-the-Wall Venting Installation CENTROTHERM™ POLYPROPYLENE PIPE ® Cut or drill a hole through the exterior wall, slightly larger (InnoFlue single-wall vent system): InnoFlue ® than the diameter of the vent pipe selected. Extend a Make sure that all horizontal runs have a minimum rise of 5/8 inch per foot (56 mm/m) of run (see Figure 8).
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Figure 11 Inside corner detail = Vent terminal = Air supply inlet = Aera where terminal is not permitted The Vent Termination must have a: Installations (Canada) Installations (U.S.) Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or 12 inches (30 cm) 12 inches (30 cm) balcony.
  • Page 11: Through-The-Roof Venting Installation

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Through-the-Roof Venting Installation 4) Clean the pipe/fitting with the proper primer or cleaner. 5) Apply a thin coat of cement inside the fitting. Cut or drill a hole through the roof and ceiling, slightly larger than the diameter of the vent pipe selected. The 6) Apply a liberal coat of cement to the vent pipe, leaving no voids.
  • Page 12: Vent Termination Through-The-Roof

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION When a vent riser is necessary, it may produce excessive WARNING condensation in the vent system, so consideration must be taken to slope the vent piping (down) toward the water Check that all openings and gaps in the outside heater to prevent condensate water from collecting in any DANGER wall or roof near and around where the vent pipe...
  • Page 13: Condensation In The Venting System

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS pass the gasket groove. Put the gasket back into place. joint compound, and ensure all fittings are tight. It is When using four (4) inch (10.2 cm) vent pipe, a standard imperative that open flame is not applied to the inlet and wire mesh (supplied with the water heater) must be outlet fittings, as heat will damage or destroy the plastic- installed in all cases (see Table 4).
  • Page 14: Filling The Water Heater

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Pressure Build-up in a Water System The gas piping must be installed as indicated in Figure 10. For the correct size of piping for this When the water heater operates, the heated water water heater, consult CSA B149.1, National Gas and expands creating a pressure build-up.
  • Page 15: Installation Instructions For

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION 4) Do not use toxic chemicals to clean the potable WARNING water heating system. 5) Where water temperature in excess of 140°F U.L. and CSA recognized fuel gas and Carbon DANGER (60°C) is required for a space heating application, Monoxide (CO) detectors are recommended in a mixing valve must be installed in the potable all applications and should be installed using the...
  • Page 16: Wiring

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION Wiring Before operating your water heater, check that WARNING all of the wires have been installed correctly (see Figure 16). Make sure that none of the wires are This water heater uses an external electrical source DANGER grounded, have split, or are broken.
  • Page 17: Installation Checklist

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Checklist Location • Is the water heater located within the venting requirements and close to the main use of hot water? . . • Is the water heater protected from freezing temperatures? ........•...
  • Page 18: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION Operating the Water Heater WARNING DO NOT operate this water heater if: Before operating your water heater, DANGER make sure that you have read and • It is not full of water. understood all of the instructions and •...
  • Page 19: Water Temperature Regulation

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION Water Temperature Regulation 2. If this is the first time that the control has WARNING been used, the leftmost green indicator will be The higher the setting, the greater the risk of illuminated, indicating DANGER scalding. Hot water can cause third degree burns the water temperature in under one (1) second at 160 F (71°C), in five...
  • Page 20: Out Of Fuel

    GENERAL MAINTENANCE The gas control pictured in this manual is equipped they enter the combustion chamber and ignite. If the with a resettable type automatic high temperature cut- FV sensor detects the presence of flammable vapours off. Should the temperature of the water exceed 195 while the water heater is operating, the gas control C), the high temperature cut-off will automatically will switch to lock-out mode and the water heater will...
  • Page 21: Burner Ignitor Assembly

    GENERAL MAINTENANCE Anodes In extreme cases, the condensation may even extinguish the pilot flame. This condition is not This water heater is equipped with two (2) magnesium uncommon and must never be misinterpreted as anodes that are designed to prolong the life of a leaking tank.
  • Page 22: Draining The Water Heater

    GENERAL MAINTENANCE Draining the Water Heater Service Procedure Drain a pail of water through the drain valve at least If you are experiencing problems with your water once a year. This will remove excess sediment from heater, follow these three easy steps: the bottom of the tank.
  • Page 23: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS ID No. Description Blower Gas control assembly assembly Gas control electronic module Gas control body Flammable vapour sensor Protective Cover Ignitor assembly Burner assembly Inner access door kit Outer access door Resettable thermal switch Brass drain valve Overflow tube Closed end dip tube with heat trap Magnesium anodes (2) Temperature &...
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE CAUTION WARNING Disconnect the electrical power before servicing the water heater. Service should only be performed by a DANGER qualified service technician. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury and/or death. CONDITION (code#) CAUSE REMEDY AVERTISSEMENT An open earth ground circuit to the 1) Check that the earth ground conductor is properly connected at the fuse box or breaker panel and the...
  • Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE CONDITION CAUSE REMEDY The burner will not ignite. No gas. Check with gas utility company. Dirt in gas line. Notify utility company. Install drip leg in gas line. Combustion air intake holes blocked. With a vacuum cleaner, remove dirt, dust, and lint. Main burner line clogged.
  • Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE CONDITION CAUSE REMEDY Leaking water. Poorly sealed, hot or cold water Tighten threaded connections. connections, gas control threads, relief valve, or drain valve. Leakage from plumbing system or other Inspect plumbing system and other appliances. appliances. Refer to Condensation. Condensation.
  • Page 27: Model Dimensions

    MODEL DIMENSIONS DIMENSIONS inches (cm) Models All UG50 ⁄ (18) 41 (104) ⁄ (129) ⁄ (31) 52 (132) ⁄ (154) 3-4 (7.6-10.2) 24 (61) 8 (20) 15.6˚ 90˚ ⁄ (107) ⁄ (22) ⁄...
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