GSW 130 Series Instruction Manual

GSW 130 Series Instruction Manual

Power vented gas models with or without surface ignition

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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:
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
performed by a
service agency or the gas supplier.
Thank You for purchasing this Thermal Expansion Tank. Properly
installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble free
service.
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
KEEP THIS MANUAL IN THE POCKET ON HEATER FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WHENEVER MAINTENANCE
PRINTED 0421
LOW LEAD
CONTENT
and
service
must
qualified
installer,
RATING PLATE ON THE WATER HEATER.
ADJUSTMENT OR SERVICE IS REQUIRED.
POWER VENTED GAS MODELS W/HOT SURFACE IGNITION
NOT FOR USE IN MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOMES
be
AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED
Instruction Manual
RESIDENTIAL GAS WATER HEATERS
Read and understand this instruction
manual and the safety messages
herein before installing, operating or
servicing this water heater.
Failure to follow these instructions and
safety messages could result in death
or serious injury.
This manual must remain with the
water heater.
For Your Safety
BY THIS WATER HEATER.
100341946_2000557340B
130 SERIES MODELS
CANADA MANUAL

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual RESIDENTIAL GAS WATER HEATERS POWER VENTED GAS MODELS W/HOT SURFACE IGNITION NOT FOR USE IN MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOMES 130 SERIES MODELS CANADA MANUAL LOW LEAD CONTENT WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS CONTENTS SAFE INSTALLATION, USE, AND SERVICE .......3 ..........21 ............3 ......21 ........22 APPROVALS ................3 ............23 GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION ........4 ............25 ..........4 ..........25 INTRODUCTION ..............6 ...27 ........6 WATER HEATER INSTALLATION ........28 ..........6 ..........28 ..........6 ................28 FEATURES AND COMPONENTS .........7 ..............29 ......7 ............30 INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS ........9 TEMPERATURE REGULATION ..........31...
  • Page 3: Safe Installation, Use, And Service

    SAFE INSTALLATION, USE, AND SERVICE SAFE INSTALLATION, USE, AND SERVICE This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. Keep this manual near the water heater. DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, DANGER...
  • Page 4: General Safety Information

    GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION LIMITING THE RISK OF SCALDING Fire or Explosion Hazard Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Burn Hazard Avoid all ignition sources if you smell gas. Do not expose water heater controls to excessive gas To reduce the risk of unusually hot pressure.
  • Page 5 DANGER Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas • Install vent system in accordance with codes. • Do not operate water heater if any part has been exposed to flooding or water damage. • High altitude models should be installed at elevations above 5,300 feet (1,615 m).
  • Page 6: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION • READ ENTIRE • MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR OPERATE • THE WATER HEATER. • • • CSA-B149.1 Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA C22.1, Canadian American National Standard/CSA Standard for Gas Electrical Code Water Heaters ANSI Z21.10.3 • CSA 4.3 (current edition). QUALIFIED INSTALLER OR SERVICE AGENCY Canadian Electrical Code (C22.1).
  • Page 7: Features And Components

    FEATURES AND COMPONENTS FEATURES AND COMPONENTS REPLACEMENT PARTS AND DELIMING PRODUCTS INSTALL THERMAL EXPANSION TANK IF WATER HEATER IS INSTALLED IN A CLOSED WATER SYSTEM CONDENSATE ASSEMBLY (U) NATURAL GAS MAIN BURNER WITH IGNITER ASSEMBLY Temperature Indicators 6” (15 cm) Temperature MAXIMUM AIR GAP Adjustment...
  • Page 8 FEATURES AND COMPONENTS FEATURES AND COMPONENTS VENT SOUND SILENCER (SS2 FITTING) VENT SOUND SILENCER (SS2 FITTING) TOP (SHROUD) REMOVED FOR CLARITY TOP (SHROUD) REMOVED FOR CLARITY Figure 2. Features and Components - Left Side Access Panel Caution: This access panel covers a 2” NPT plug that was required during the manufacturing of this water heater.
  • Page 9: Installation Considerations

    INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS Figure 5. Rough-In Dimensions Diagram Table 1. Rough-In-Dimensions Units 12.5 15.5 180.64 174.50 131.83 53.09 23.24 31.75 55.88 20.32 39.37 67.63 Table 2. Capacity, Gas and Electrical Characteristics Approximate Capacity *Manifold Pressure Electrical Characteristics U.S.
  • Page 10 LOCATING THE WATER HEATER Fire or Explosion Hazard Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Avoid all ignition sources if you smell gas. Do not expose water heater controls to excessive gas pressure.
  • Page 11 Fire Hazard For continued protection against Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas risk of fire: Install water heater in accordance with Do not install water heater on the Instruction Manual and NFPA 54 or carpeted floor. CAN/CSA-B149.1. Do not operate water heater if To avoid injury, combustion and ventilation exposed to flooding or water air must be taken from outdoors.
  • Page 12 Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas Do not obstruct water heater air intake with insulating blanket. Gas and carbon monoxide detectors are available. Install water heater in accordance with the instruction manual. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or death.
  • Page 13: Installation Requirements

    INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS WATER PIPING THERMOSTATIC POINT-OF-USE MIXING VALVES Water temperature over 125°F (52°C) Water temperature over 125°F (52°C) can cause severe burns instantly can cause severe burns instantly resulting in severe injury or death. resulting in severe injury or death. Children, the elderly and the physically Children, the elderly and the physically or mentally disabled are at highest risk...
  • Page 14 Note: Figure 2 • Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code (CSA B149.1). • CAUTION • Property Damage Hazard • • • • • Burn Hazard If the space heating system requires water temperatures in excess of 129 °F, install thermostatic mixing valves according to the manufacturer’s instructions, in the potable hot water supply at each point of use to limit the risk of scald injury.
  • Page 15 CAUTION Figure 9. Installing Insulation for the T&P Valve Water Damage Hazard TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE • Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve discharge pipe must terminate at adequate drain. T&P Valve Discharge Pipe Requirements: Explosion Hazard • Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve must comply with ANSI Z21.22- •...
  • Page 16 Note: Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas Closed Water Systems Thermal Expansion Install water heater in accordance with the Instruction Manual and NFPA 54 or CAN/CSA-B149.1. To avoid injury, combustion and ventilation air must be taken from outdoors. Do not place chemical vapor emitting products near water heater.
  • Page 17 LOUVERS AND GRILLES OUTDOOR AIR THROUGH ONE OPENING DIRECT VENT APPLIANCES EXHAUST FANS Figure 11. Outdoor Air Through One Opening Figure 11 FRESH AIR OPENINGS FOR CONFINED SPACES Installation of Vent System OUTDOOR AIR THROUGH TWO OPENINGS OUTDOOR AIR THROUGH TWO HORIZONTAL DUCTS Figure 12.
  • Page 18 AIR FROM OTHER INDOOR SPACES OUTDOOR AIR THROUGH TWO VERTICAL DUCTS See Installation of Vent System Figure 14. Air From Other Indoor Spaces Figure 14. Figure 13. Outdoor Air Through Two Vertical Ducts OUTDOOR AIR THROUGH TWO VERTICAL DUCTS Figure 13. See Installation of Vent System...
  • Page 19 AIR FROM OTHER INDOOR SPACES Figure 15. Outdoor Air Through Two Vertical Ducts Figure 16. Air From Other Indoor Spaces Figure 16. Figure 15.
  • Page 20: Venting Installation

    VENTING INSTALLATION VENTING INSTALLATION Table 5. Max Pipe Lengths Per Number of 90° Elbows APPROVED VENT PIPE MATERIALS: Number of 2” Maximum 3” Maximum 4” Maximum 90° Elbows Pipe - ft. (m) Pipe - ft. (m) Pipe - ft. (m) •...
  • Page 21 See Figure 17 National Electrical Code NFPA Canadian Electrical Code C22.1 Figure 34 VENT SOUND SILENCER Figure 17. Blower Assembly Condensate Drains and Barb Fittings Figure 1 Figure 2 INSTALLATION OF VENT SYSTEM Vertical Vent Termination Installation Electrical Shock Hazard HORIZONTAL VENT TERMINATION INSTALLATION BEWARE OF CONCEALED WIRING AND PIPING INSIDE THE WALL.
  • Page 22 Figure 18. Figure 18. Sidewall Vent Termination Planning The Vent System Figure 19. Sidewall Vent Installation Snow Clearances Figure 18. Figure 20. Note: VERTICAL VENT TERMINATION INSTALLATION...
  • Page 23 • • • • • • • • Fire or Explosion Hazard Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Avoid all ignition sources if you smell gas. Do not expose water heater controls to excessive gas pressure.
  • Page 24 Applicators Table Important: Table 6. Recommended Brush* Size for Primer and Cement Applications Nominal Pipe (IPS) Size Brush Width • Note: • • Fire Hazard • Cans of primer and cements should be closed at all times when not in use to prevent evaporation of chemicals and Figure 21.
  • Page 25 Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas • Install vent system in accordance with codes. • Do not operate water heater if exposed to flooding or water damage. • High altitude models should be installed at Figure 24. Step F, Assembling the Joint elevations above 5,300 feet (1,615 m).
  • Page 26 Table 7. M & G Duravent PolyPro Nominal Pipe Adapter Ring 90 Degree Flue Outlet Adapter Vent Material Terminal(s) Diameter Connector Connector Elbow 2PPS 3PPS Table 8. Centrotherm InnoFlue SW Nominal Pipe Adapter Ring 90 Degree Flue Outlet Adapter Vent Material Terminal(s) Diameter Connector...
  • Page 27 TERMINATION CLEARANCES OTHER THAN SIDEWALL DIRECT VENT Inside corner detail 15 ft Fixed closed Operable Fixed Closed Operable Regulator vent outlet In the event no regulator is present, Legend: H and I can be = Area where terminal is not permitted = Vent terminal = Air supply inlet disregarded...
  • Page 28: Water Heater Installation

    WATER HEATER INSTALLATION WATER HEATER INSTALLATION CONDENSATE DRAIN INSTALLATION PRESSURE SWITCH COVER Do NOT block or plug any hole in this hex plug. PRESSURE DRAIN LINE Figure 17 CONDENSATE Figure U-ASSEMBLY, AKA. VENT PIPE ASSEMBLY #1 APPROXIMATELY 0.25" (6.35 mm) Note: *NO PORTION OF THE FIELD SUPPLIED DRAIN LINE BEYOND THE 1/2"...
  • Page 29 SEDIMENT TRAPS Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code (CSA B149.1) Fire and Explosion Hazard • • Contaminant in gas lines can cause fire or explosion. • • Clean all gas piping before installation. • • Install drip leg in accordance with NFPA 54 or CAN/CSA-B149.1.
  • Page 30 FILLING THE WATER HEATER CAUTION Property Damage Hazard To avoid water heater damage, fill tank with water before operating.
  • Page 31: Temperature Regulation

    TEMPERATURE REGULATION TEMPERATURE REGULATION See Figure 2 Figure 30. Water temperature over 125°F (52°C) can cause severe burns instantly resulting in severe injury or death. Children, the elderly and the physically temperature. or mentally disabled are at highest risk for scald injury. Feel water before bathing or showering.
  • Page 32 Temperature Indicators Temperature Adjustment Buttons Figure 30. Adjusting the Thermostat Time to Produce 2nd & 3rd Degree Water Temperature B C D E F Burns on Adult Skin...
  • Page 33: Start Up

    START UP START UP START UP CONDITIONS SMOKE/ODOR STRANGE SOUNDS HIGH WATER TEMPERATURE SHUTOFF SYSTEM See Condensate Drain Installation OPERATIONAL CONDITIONS SMELLY WATER HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas High altitude models should be installed at elevations above 5,300 feet (1,615 m).
  • Page 34 LIGHTING AND OPERATION LABEL FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING f i l A. This appliance does not have a pilot. It is equipped with ● If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. department.
  • Page 35: Troubleshooting Guidelines

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES INTELLI-VENT TROUBLESHOOTING CHART - USER CONTROL LED Status Problem Solution...
  • Page 36 INTELLI-VENT TROUBLESHOOTING CHART - USER CONTROL Problem Solution LED Status...
  • Page 37 PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Not enough hot water See Lighting And Operation Label Vent pipe too hot (above 170° F [77° C]) See Condensate Drain Installation Condensation Figure 1 Figure 2 Water leaks Leakage Checkpoints See Condensate Drain Installation Leaking T&P Hot water odors See Smelly Water (page 33).
  • Page 38 LEAKAGE CHECKPOINTS area. Filling the Water Heater Water Heater Installation Read and understand this instruction manual and the safety messages herein before installing, operating or servicing this water heater. Failure to follow these instructions and safety messages could result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 39: Periodic Maintenance

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE PERIODIC MAINTENANCE TO FLUSH THE WATER HEATER STORAGE TANK Table 9. Maintenance Schedule Component Operation Interval Reference See Draining and Flushing See Sediment and Lime Scale Removal. Burner See Burner Operation and Inspection Burner See Anode Rod Inspection See Temperature-Pressure Relief Filling the Water Heater Valve Test...
  • Page 40 Note: ® BURNER OPERATION AND INSPECTION DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Figure 1 • Figure 31. • Note: Draining and Flushing Figure 31. Abnormal Flame BURNER CLEANING Start Up . See Figure 1 New Unused Anode Rod Partially-Consumed Anode Rod ANODE ROD INSPECTION Property Damage Hazard Fully-Depleded Anode Rod...
  • Page 41 VENT SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas • Flue gases may escape if vent pipe is not connected • Be alert for obstructed, sooted, or deteriorated vent system to avoid serious injury or death. See Figure 33 • Do not store corrosive chemicals in the vicinity of the water heater.
  • Page 43: Repair Parts List

    REPAIR PARTS LIST REPAIR PARTS LIST Outer Door 17 26 WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: • MODEL NUMBER • • SERIAL NUMBER • PART DESCRIPTION THIS IS A REPAIR PARTS LIST, NOT A PACKING LIST.
  • Page 44: Wiring Diagram

    WIRING DIAGRAM WIRING DIAGRAM Electrical Shock Hazard CAUTION Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. 120 V ON/OFF SWITCH POWER SWITCH VENT TEMPERATURE BLOCKED BLOWER LIMIT CONDENSATE VACUUM...
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