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Leave the valve stem and the warm water line disconnected until you intend to use the water heater. Thank you for purchasing a GA16ETL Gas Tankless Water Heater. In order to ensure proper installation, safe operation, and long life, please carefully read these instructions.
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READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. - This heater is designed only for the heating of water and should not be used for other applications or used to heat any other media. When using this equipment, basic precautions should always be followed. - Never use a fuel gas that is not listed on the nameplate as compatible with the Safety Definitions water heater.
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- The unit is highly flexible and provides hot water over a wide range of flow rates and incoming water temperatures across the capacity range of the unit. - GA16ETL heaters include a digital functionality that allows owners to control hot water consumption and conserve water.
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Control Panel “Water valve” - Indicates one of the following three states: The Control Panel and display are used to adjust the operational settings of the unit 1. No light indicates water heater is operating normally. as well as give information about the current state of operation. The following illustration shows all possible symbols and signs that may appear in various states 2.
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6. When the desired temperature is set above 122ºF (50ºC), the temperature 3. Displayed volume: Please note that the readout indicates the water quantity display blinks for approximately 4 seconds before the display switches to show divided by ten (10). Example – if the display shows “10”, this correlates to a volume actual water temperature.
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OPTIONAL WIRED REMOTE CONTROL PANEL (GA16ETL) to the system. At any given time, one of the control panels can become the “priority” controller. The priority controller becomes the master temperature control device for The heater may be controlled by a wired remote control (optional). The controller the system.
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- After a power outage, all settings return to their factory default values. 7. Open the drain valve plugs and completely drain the water heater. 8. Continue draining to empty the whole hot water system. The heater and water within the unit may be very hot. Allow time for the system to cool and use caution when draining to minimize risk of Note: Freezing temperatures below 32ºF (0ºC) can cause permanent damage to injury.
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Cold Weather with Potential Freezing Temperatures Routine Inspection Keep water flowing through the system to guard against freezing. The heater and exhaust piping will be hot during and shortly after Follow these steps: use. Use caution when working in the area around the heater.
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Examine venting system to insure system is clear of blockages, debris, and - Four gallons of virgin food grade white vinegar or virgin food grade citric acid. damage. - Small inline recirculation pump capable of circulating 2 - 4 gpm (8 – 16 l/m). Clean inside of unit by vacuuming or blowing out dust that collects in the unit.
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7. Open valves V1 and V2 into the water heater. Trouble Possible Cause Remedy 8. Operate the pump. Circulate the cleaning solution through the water heater for at No “CL” Power outage. Unit requires 120V power. Use least 45 minutes. displaying.
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Trouble Possible Cause Remedy Trouble Possible Cause Remedy Hot water is not Temperature set Power outage restores default Although the amount of heat the right point was reset due settings and custom set points output from the unit is still at full temperature to power outage.
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Trouble Possible Cause Remedy Code Indication Remedy The volume alarm Units incorrect Refer to “Set a Desired Blower system problem does not sound during input Volume” section to ensure units occurred. even though the (metric vs. English) and volume volume appears to (displayed volume number...
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Code Indication Remedy Code Indication Remedy 2.Ignition sequence 2. Check fuel gas supply (especially sudden event such unsuccessful. when first installed as air pockets excessively low pressure in might exist in the gas line. Retry the water supply or excessively high ignition process several times).
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Item Item # Quantity GA16ETL water heaters are suitable for installation as a single standalone unit or in installations involving combinations of multiple units (i.e. parallel or series). These Water Heater guidelines are for the installation of a single unit. Please contact authorized service center for multiple device connection assistance.
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- Ventilation requirements must be considered when choosing installation location. - Minimizing vent piping will reduce installation costs and maximize efficiency. We recommend that a service valve kit be used for the installation as it will reduce installation costs and make servicing the water heater easier. The Webstone 44043PR or similar service valve kit.
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3. Measure and mark the center locations for three (3) holes according to the Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes during installation measurements below. installation including the U.S. National Electric Code (NFPA 70) or the Canadian Electrical Code – Part 1 (CGAS C22.1) depending on location.
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8. Attach the wires to the terminal connectors using Y shaped crimp connections or 5. Reinstall the PCB controller and replace the front cover of unit. wrap the thermostat wires around the screws then fasten the screws to secure the terminal connectors.
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Ensure any leak check solution is non-corrosive and is completely Install proper drainage for discharge of temperature and pressure relief valves per rinsed from the piping after leak check is complete. local code when relief occurs and do not reduce or restrict line. Discharge line shall Corrosion of the gas piping and subsequent leaks could occur.
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- Air intake pipe may be ABS, PVC, galvanized steel, corrugated aluminum or other The exhaust pipe must maintain adequate clearances and be insulated with a materials acceptable to local codes. fireproof material if it passes through walls made of flammable materials. Consult local codes and vent pipe manufacture documentation for proper material selection - The heater requires a direct vent.
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Ref. Clearance Description US Install Canada InstalI THIS TABLE IS PROVIDED FOR REFERENCE ONLY. Above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or 12 inches 12 inches Please consult latest version of these standards to ensure installation is in balcony. (300 mm) (300 mm) compliance with current guidelines.
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Manufacture Product Appliance Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Vertical Adapter Termination Termination Concentric Concentric Termination Termination Z-Flex Z-Vent 2SVSNA03. 2SVSTPX04 2SVSRCF04 2SVSHTC43 5 with AL- V0303B above and expander 2SVSIO304 another AL- V303B for PVC air intake Hart & Cooley Model 3SUTI with 4STWP 4SRC 4STM, 4CHT,...
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Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids 7. If no gas is detected, proceed. in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. 8. Open the water supply valve to the unit. Inspect for any leaks. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: 9.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS GA16ETL Type of Appliance Temp. controlled continuous Flow Gas Hot Water Unit With/without remote controls, mounted in kitchen, Operation bathroom, etc Flue System Room Sealed-Forced Draught Flue Available default Temperatures Factory setting 107ºF 7 inch W.C.(1 740Pa) Rated gas...
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DESCRIPTION Inches (mm) Width 13.90 (353) Depth 5.59 (142) Height-Unit 22.37 (568.2) Height-with brackets 25.43 (646) Hot Water Outlet-from wall 2.59 (65.8) Hot Water Outlet-from center 5.16 (131) Cold Water Inlet-from wall 1.80 (45.8) Cold Water Inlet-from center 0.04 (1) Gas Connection-from wall 1.57 (39.8) Gas Connection -from center...
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