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Installation
Start-Up
Maintenance
Parts
Warranty
PHE130 / PHE199 Models*
* "LP" Denotes Propane Gas Operation
"S" Denotes Solar Models
"SNHX" Denotes Solar Models without Heat Exchanger
This manual must only be used by a qualified installer / service technician. Read all instructions in this manual before installing.
Perform steps in the given order. Failure to do so could result in substantial property damage, severe personal injury, or death.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or maintenance could void product warranty and cause property
damage, severe personal injury, or death.
California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make product changes or updates without notice and will not be held liable for
typographical errors in literature.
The surfaces of these products contacted by potable (consumable) water contain less than 0.25% lead by weight as required
by the Safe Drinking Water Act, Section 1417.
NOTE TO CONSUMER: PLEASE KEEP ALL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
272 Duchaine Blvd.
Versa Hydro
Combined Appliances
This Manual For Use With Appliances
Manufactured After
New Bedford, MA 02745
April 10, 2017
www.htproducts.com
LP-314 Rev. 012 Rel. 003 Date 9.27.19
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- Page 1 Versa Hydro Combined Appliances Installation Start-Up Maintenance Parts Warranty PHE130 / PHE199 Models* * “LP” Denotes Propane Gas Operation “S” Denotes Solar Models This Manual For Use With Appliances “SNHX” Denotes Solar Models without Heat Exchanger Manufactured After April 10, 2017 This manual must only be used by a qualified installer / service technician.
- Page 2 WARNING: If the information in these instructions is 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 •...
- Page 3 companies which pertain to this type of water heating equipment. Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) – The AHJ may be a federal, state, The following defined terms are used throughout this manual to local government, or individual such as a fire chief, fire marshal, chief bring attention to the presence of hazards of various risk levels or of a fire prevention bureau, labor department or health department, to important product information.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
D. Auxiliary Connections E. Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve for DHW F. Backflow Preventer From the Uniform Plumbing Code 2000 - Section 510 - G. Potable Expansion Tank Protection From Damage H. Hydronic Heating Module Piping 1. Appliances generating a glow, spark or flame capable of igniting I. -
Page 5: Part 1 - General Safety Information
To avoid severe burns, allow appliance and associated equipment to that does not reduce the performance of any fire rated assembly. cool before servicing. Altering any HTP, Inc. appliance with parts not manufactured by D. Appliance Water HTP, Inc. WILL INSTANTLY VOID the appliance warranty and could result in property damage, personal injury, or death. -
Page 6: High Elevation Installations
Neutralizers can be The Versa Hydro with Total System Control provides high efficiency installed in the field by the installer and purchased from HTP (7450P- central heating and domestic hot water from one appliance. Total 212). -
Page 7: Optional Equipment
• NOTE: To prevent condensing in the fan, it is recommended to C. Optional Equipment avoid prolonged exposure to temperatures below 45 Optional equipment available from HTP (and Part #): • 3” Stainless Steel Vent Termination Kit (V1000) • 4” Stainless Steel Vent Termination Kit (V2000) This appliance has a condensate disposal system that may freeze •... -
Page 8: Leveling
NOTE: A combustible door or removable panel is acceptable front clearance. High heat sources (generating heat 100 F / 37 C or greater, such as boiler flue pipes, space heaters, etc.) may damage plastic components of the appliance as well as plastic vent pipe materials. The space must be provided with combustion / ventilation Such damages ARE NOT covered by warranty. -
Page 9: Direct Vent Of Exhaust And Intake
Vents must be properly supported. Appliance exhaust and intake Failure to provide an adequate supply of fresh combustion air can connections are not designed to carry heavy weight. Vent support cause poisonous flue gases to enter the living space, resulting brackets must be within 1’... -
Page 10: Removing An Appliance From A Common Vent System
7. Any improper operation of the common venting system should Areas Likely Have Products to Avoid be corrected to conform to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. Contaminants When resizing any portion of the common venting system, the Spray cans containing Dry cleaning / laundry areas... - Page 11 • Hardness less than 12 grains (200 mg/L) (Residential Use - water temperatures below 140 • Hardness less than 7 grains (120 mg/L) (Commercial Use - water temperatures of 140 F and greater) • Hardness levels above the required amounts can lead to lime scale build-up throughout the system. Water below 5 grains/gallon (85 mg/L) may be over softened.
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Page 12: Part 4 - Domestic Hot Water And Hydronic Piping
appliance. This valve will reduce point of use discharge temperatures Part 4 - Domestic Hot Water and Hydronic Piping by mixing cold and hot water in the branch supply lines. Table 3 details the relationship of water temperature and time with regard to scald injury and may be used as a guide in determining the Failure to follow the instructions in this section WILL VOID the safest water temperature for your applications. -
Page 13: Mixing Valve Installation
2 to 1 ratio, please call to obtain increased water temperature, you may create a higher the HTP Technical Support Department. potential for scald injury. To protect against injury, you should install the ASSE approved thermostatic mixing valve (a device to... -
Page 14: Auxiliary Connections
Mixing Valve Maintenance and Service • It is recommended to check the mixing valve annually to ensure proper system capabilities. More frequent checks are To avoid water damage or scalding due to relief valve operation: recommended in adverse water conditions. •... -
Page 15: Hydronic Heating Module Piping
6. Install the system circulator as shown in the piping details in this H. Hydronic Heating Module Piping section. Make sure the circulator is properly sized for the system and The hydronic heating module comes pre-plumbed and connected friction loss. directly to the storage tank. - Page 16 Step 3 Select the correct circulator to meet the flow and resistance requirements for the system design. To calculate this, you must determine the flow and resistance through the system and heating module. The heating module requires 12 GPM at 10 feet of head. The system requires 12 GPM at 5 feet of head.
- Page 17 EXAMPLE: At 12 GPM there is approximately 10 ft of head loss. Figure 8 - Pressure Drop LP-314 Rev. 012 Rel. 003 Date 9.27.19...
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Page 18: Applications
M. Applications NOTES: Minimum pipe size should match connection size on appliance. Upsize pipe accordingly if greater flow is required. 2. A thermal expansion tank suitable for potable water must be sized and installed within the piping system between the check valve and cold water inlet of the appliance. - Page 19 NOTES: 1. Minimum pipe size should match connection size on appliance. Upsize pipe accordingly if greater flow is required. 2. A thermal expansion tank suitable for potable water must be sized and installed within the piping system between the check valve and cold water inlet of the appliance.
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Page 20: Filling The Appliance
N. Filling the Appliance Improper seating of vent pipe gaskets can cause eventual gasket failure and exhaust gas leakage. Ensure the exhaust vent pipe is The appliance must be full of water and the system fully purged properly beveled and seated before insertion into the flue adapter. BEFORE powering the appliance. -
Page 21: Approved Materials For Exhaust Vent And Intake Pipe
B. Approved Materials for Exhaust Vent and Intake Pipe Standards for Installation In: Item Material United States Canada Pipe and Fittings Approved for Intake ONLY ABS* ANSI/ASTM D2661 NOT PERMITTED PVC Schedule 40/80 ANSI/ASTM D1785 PVC, CPVC, and PP Venting PVC-DWV Schedule 40/80 ANSI/ASTM D2665 Must be ULC-S636 Certified. -
Page 22: Exhaust Vent And Intake Pipe Location
D. Exhaust Vent and Intake Pipe Location INSIDE CORNER DETAIL FIXED OPERABLE CLOSED FIXED CLOSED OPERABLE LP-179-CC 03/28/17 Exhaust Vent Terminal Intake Pipe Terminal Area Where Intake Terminal Is Not Permitted Figure 13 - Exit Terminals for Direct Vent Systems - ANSI Z223.1 / NFPA 54 for US and CAN/CSA B149.1 for Canada DESCRIPTION CANADA Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony... -
Page 23: Exhaust Vent And Intake Pipe Sizing
Standard E. Exhaust Vent and Intake Pipe Sizing Increased Vent Size Vent Connection and Reducing 1. The exhaust vent and intake pipe size is 2” for 130kBTU models and and Maximum Total Maximum Total Coupling 3” for 199kBTU models. Equivalent Length Equivalent Length 2. -
Page 24: Applications
11. The exhaust vent must terminate where vapors cannot make The following table lists optional exhaust/intake terminations accidental contact with people or pets, or damage air conditioners, available from HTP: shrubs, or other plants or objects. Description Stock Code 12. - Page 25 Sidewall Venting with Kit Take extra precaution to adequately support the weight of vent EXTERIOR WALL pipes terminating through the roof. Failure to properly support VENT KIT roof terminated piping could result in property damage, serious injury, or death. TWO PIPE ROOF VENTING WITH TEE (INTAKE) EXHAUST AND COUPLING (EXHAUST) INSERT INLET/EXHAUST...
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Page 26: Venting Through An Existing System
UNBALANCED VENTING WITH TEE (INTAKE) AND COUPLING (EXHAUST) EXHAUST Figure 17 - Unbalanced Venting - Roof Exhaust and Sidewall Intake NOTE: These drawings are meant to demonstrate system venting only. The installer is responsible for all equipment and detailing required by local codes. All vent pipes must be glued, properly supported, and the exhaust AIR INTAKE pitched a minimum of 1/4”... -
Page 27: Power Venting, Indoor Combustion Air In Confined Or Unconfined Space
NOTE: The following instructions refer only to venting through Unconfined space is space with volume greater than 50 cubic feet per an existing vent system, and not to venting with HTP’s optional 1,000 Btu/hour (4.8 cubic meters per kW) of the total input rating of concentric vent kits. - Page 28 Indoor Combustion Air (Single Pipe) DO NOT INSTALL WATER HEATER, BOILER, OR APPLIANCE NEAR DRYER Figure 19 - Do Not Place Appliance Near Dryer LP-325-X EXHAUST Outdoor Combustion Air (Single Pipe) UPPER AIR DUCT Boiler, Water Heater, or Appliance LOWER AIR DUCT LP-325-T 8/5/2010...
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Page 29: Part 6 - Condensate Removal
(kit p/n 554200 available from these instructions could result in component or product failure, HTP). If required by local authorities, a condensate filter of lime serious injury, or death. Such product failure IS NOT covered by crystals, marble, or phosphate chips will neutralize slightly acidic warranty. -
Page 30: Alarm Connections
on the exterior surface of the building. It is preferable to mount the sensor on the north side in an area that will not be affected by direct sunlight but will be exposed to varying weather conditions. Connect the outdoor sensor to terminals marked “Outdoor” in Figure 22. It is of extreme importance that this unit be properly grounded. -
Page 31: Customer Connection Board
F. Customer Connection Board Figure 22 - Customer Connection Board LP-314 Rev. 012 Rel. 003 Date 9.27.19... -
Page 32: Internal Wiring Diagram
G. Internal Wiring Diagram INTERNAL CONNECTION DIAGRAM 120 VAC J8-1 J8-6 NEUTRAL LINE BLACK WHITE POWER SWITCH DISPLAY BOARD ASSEMBLY J8-5 X6-1 X6-4 X6-2 J20-1 X4-13 J22-1 J22-2 UPPER TEMP SENSOR X5-8 BLACK WHITE J20-6 HYDRONIC X8-1 MODULE PUMP X5-6 J20-2 X4-12 PROTECTED BY... - Page 33 Figure 24 - Control Board Wiring LP-314 Rev. 012 Rel. 003 Date 9.27.19...
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Page 34: Part 8 - Gas Connections
utility company shuts off service to an area to maintain supply lines. Part 8 - Gas Connections Once all inspections have been performed, the piping must be leak tested. If the leak test requirement is a higher test pressure than the maximum gas inlet pressure, isolate the heater from the gas line to continue leak testing. -
Page 35: Lp (Liquid Propane) Gas Pipe Sizing
Do not do a gas conversion on this appliance without an officially The supply line must be sized for the maximum output of approved conversion kit and instructions supplied by HTP. Failure to the appliance being installed. If there are additional gas... -
Page 36: Checking Gas Pressure At The Appliance For Proper Operation
D. Checking Gas Pressure at the Appliance for Proper Operation Ensure the appliance is full of water before firing the burner. NOTE: Refer to Figure 39 when checking gas pressure. Failure to do so will damage the appliance. Such damage IS NOT 1. -
Page 37: Using The Control To Assist In Purging System Loops
is present. Close the zone isolation valves and proceed with the factory default is 140 F. NOTE: Values are determined based on next zone. Follow this procedure until all zones are purged. program settings. 7. Close the quick-fill valve and purge valve and remove the CENTRAL HEATING hose. -
Page 38: Part 10 - Start-Up Procedures For The Installer
will start to blink. Use ^ and v to adjust to your designed temperature. However, the control is programmed with factory defaults that may To store the new value press ENTER. already fit your hydronic design and may not require any adjustment 17. -
Page 39: Programming The Control
Left < and Right > ARROW Keys – The right and left arrow keys (< Clock Settings and >) are used to navigate between the default Display and Status (NOTE: The clock will reset if the appliance is powered off for more Display. - Page 40 Screen Description Function 13 Error System Sensor Function 2 Max Tank Temp Sets the control to display an error message if the system sensor is open or shorted. Sets the overall tank temperature maximum ERROR SYSTEM SENS MAX TANK TEMP NOTE: This error does not stop the appliance limit.
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Page 41: Control Status Menu
Solar Mode The top line indicates the amount of Function 52 (Available on Solar Appliances Only) hours the appliance has been powered POWER ON in its lifetime. The bottom line displays When turned ON, this parameter enables INPUT 0kBTU how much energy input (in thousand solar function of the control. -
Page 42: Resetting The Maintenance Schedule
NOTE: The appliance will automatically exit Test Mode after 20 This screen displays the sixth oldest minutes of operation. control lockout fault. The top line To leave Test Mode press ^ and v simultaneously. will alternate between the words FAULT HISTORY ‘FAULT HISTORY’... -
Page 43: User Interface Display
When servicing or replacing components that are in direct contact with appliance water, be certain that: • There is no pressure in the appliance. (Pull the release on the relief valve. Do not depend on the pressure gauge reading. • The appliance water is not hot. •... - Page 44 2. Disconnect TT wiring. If error clears, there is an issue in the thermostat wiring. Review external wiring. 3. If available, connect a PC and use HTP service software to check the 24v supply display in the lower left corner of the screen.
- Page 45 F02 indicates the top temperature sensor of the tank has failed. This code indicates a serious 1. Check the electrical connection to the thermistor on safety issue by the red fault light and LOCKOUT the outlet manifold. Verify 5 VDC by checking the Molex TOP TEMP SENSOR flashing on the display.
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Page 46: Part 12 - Maintenance
1. Monitor gas pressure to the unit while in operation. 2. Ensure the flame is stable when lit. 3. Check to see if the display readout changes from “GAS The flame was lost while the unit was lit 3 times VALVE ON”... -
Page 47: Part 13 - Shutdown
The appliance requires minimal periodic maintenance under normal D. Important Notice conditions. However, in unusually dirty or dusty conditions, periodic vacuuming of the cover to maintain visibility of the display and indicators is recommended. It is extremely important that whenever work is performed on the Periodic maintenance should be performed once a year by a plumbing system that either: qualified service technician to assure that all the equipment is... -
Page 48: Part 14 - Installation Checklist
Part 14 - Installation Checklist Before Installing Is there enough space to ensure proper installation? Does installation location allow for proper service clearances? Are water and gas lines properly sized and set at proper pressures for the installation? Is appliance location as near the exhaust vent / intake pipe terminations as possible? Have combustible materials been cleared from the installation location? Is there a drain close to the appliance? Water Piping... -
Page 49: Part 15 - Maintenance Report
Start-Up, Adjust, and Test Has the appliance been started? If necessary, has the appliance gas valve been adjusted? Has the installation been customized per installation location requirements? Have all customized system parameters been tested? Has proper appliance operation been confirmed? Final Installation Approvals Signed by Technician Date... - Page 50 Inspection Activities Date Last Completed Piping 1st Year 2nd Year 3rd Year 4th Year* Near appliance Check appliance and system piping for any sign of leakage; make sure piping pipes are properly supported. Check condition of all vent pipes and joints. Ensure the vent piping Vent terminations are free of obstructions and blockages.
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Page 51: Part 16 - Replacement Parts
Part 16 - Replacement Parts LP-314-K 06/13/18 06/13/18 Item Replacement Description Part # FLEX LINE - EXCHANGER SIDE (w/NUTS, WASHERS) 7100P-171 " 2 " 3 . S . CONTROL BOARD DISPLAY (w/MEMBRANE, BOARD, HOUSING, 7100P-266 CABLE) Figure 28 - Replacement Parts LP-314 Rev. - Page 52 See Table Figure 29 - Control Board Replacement Parts Model Control Board Part Numbers Model Control Board Part Numbers 130kBTU 55 Gal 7100P-1140 Solar 130kBTU 80 Gal 7100P-1146 130kBTU 80 Gal 7100P-1141 Solar 130kBTU 119 Gal 7100P-1147 130kBTU 119 Gal 7100P-1142 Solar 199kBTU 80 Gal 7100P-1148...
- Page 53 LP-314-H 09/25/19 09/25/19 Item Replacement Description Part # GASKET - MOUNTING PLATE 7100P-139 MOUNTING PLATE 7100P-007 GASKET - PROBES 7100P-155 FLAME RECTIFICATION PROBE (w/GASKET) 7100P-082 IGNITOR ELECTRODE - (w/GASKET) 7100P-124 10-32 X 3/8 SCREWS/#10 LOCK WASHERS NUTS - 5/16-18 GASKET - BURNER MOUNTING FLANGE 7100P-152 BURNER - 100/130K BTU 7100P-516...
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Page 54: Limited Warranty
B. 1. Residential Use - During the first through seventh year after cause damage to the area in which it is installed. the date of installation, HTP will repair or replace, at its option, any 9. Check condensate lines to confirm that all condensate drains defective Versa Hydro™... - Page 55 (over 160 F) applications, electric service voltage, wiring, designation of either a) field scrap, or b) return to HTP. If the product must fusing, or inadequately sized expansion device or piping. be returned to HTP, the returned product must arrive at HTP within thirty 15.
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Page 56: Maintenance Notes
Maintenance Notes LP-314 Rev. 012 Rel. 003 Date 9.27.19... -
Page 57: Customer Installation Record Form
Customer Installation Record Form The following form should be completed by the qualified installer / service technician for you to keep as a record of the installation in case of a warranty claim. After reading the important notes at the bottom of the page, please also sign this document. Customer’s Name Date of Installation Installation Address...
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