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Operating, installation
and service manual
Residential Gas Water Heater
with Vaporshield Technology
WARNING: If the information in these
explosion may result causing property damage,
personal injury or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other fammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
I. Do not try to light any appliance.
2. Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any
phone in your building.
3. Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's
phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
THIS WATER HEATER SHALL NOT BE INSTALLED IN BATHROOMS, BEDROOMS, OR ANY OCCUPIED ROOM
NORMALLY KEPT CLOSED.
VAPORSHIELD® Technology Gas Water Heaters meet the new ANSI Z2I.10. I standard that deals with the accidental
or unintended ignition of Flammable Vapors, such as those emitted by gasoline.
WARNING: This water heater is equipped for one type of gas only. Check the data plate near the gas control
valve for the correct gas. DO NOT USE THIS WATER HEATERWITH ANY GAS OTHER THAN THE ONE
LISTED ON THE DATA PLATE. Failure to use the correct gas can cause problems which can result in DEATH,
SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. If you have any questions or doubts consult your gas
INSTALLER:
2.Before leaving premises: REVIEW this operation,
installation and service manual to be sure heater has
been installed correctly. Make sure unit is started and
operated for one complete cycle and water temperature
42001114130 - REV. APR 2021
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Residential
Water Heaters
Residential 30, 40 and 50 Gallons.
OWNER:
I. Retain these instructions and warranty for future
reference.
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 warranty or data plate which
came with your water heater.
CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER 1-888-883-0788
WITH ANY QUESTIONS DURING OR AFTER INSTALLATION.
HAVE YOUR MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER AVAILABLE BEFORE CALLING.
Gas
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- Page 1 Residential Water Heaters Operating, installation Residential 30, 40 and 50 Gallons. and service manual Residential Gas Water Heater with Vaporshield Technology WARNING: If the information in these explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. Do not store or use gasoline or other fammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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Page 3: General Safety
Page A GENERAL SAFETY WARNING Read and understand instruction manual and safety messages before installing, operating or servicing this water heater. WARNING Failure to follow instructions and safety messages could result in death or Fire Hazard serious injury. For continued protection against Instruction manual must remain with risk or fire: water heater. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Page B CONTENTS TABLE OF General Safety Table of contents, installation information Consumer responsibilities Location clearances from combustible construction Installation check list Typical installation Air supply, all air from inside the building, all air from outside the building Venting, water piping, gas piping installation, installations safety warning - L.P. - Page 5 Please complete the following information at the time of installation. This should be retained and presented along with the warranty in the event a claim is necessary. MODEL NUMBER: TYPE OF GAS: SERIAL NUMBER: INSTALLATION ADDRESS: DATE OF INSTALLATION: THIS WATER HEATER HAS BEEN INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND LOCAL CODE REQUIREMENTS ON DATE INSTALLER...
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Page 6: Consumer Responsibilities
CONSUMER RESPONSIBILITIES THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED TO ACQUAINT YOU WITH THE INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR GAS WATER HEATER AND TO PROVIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. WE URGE YOU TO READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY before attempting installation or operation of your water heater. Keep these instructions for future reference. -
Page 7: Location Clearances From Combustible Construction
WARNING NOTE: HEATER SHALL BE LOCATED OR PROTECTED When this heater is installed directly on carpeting, carpeting SO IT IS NOT SUBJECT TO PHYSICAL DAMAGE BY must be protected by a metal or wood panel beneath the MOVING VEHICLES OR AREA FLOODING. FIGURE 3: Garage must be covered by the panel. -
Page 8: Installation Check List
INSTALLATION LIST* CHECK *This is presented for ease of reference. It is not comprehensive. All instructions and warnings must be read and adhered to. A. Heater Location • Close to area of vent. of heater. • Air supply free of corrosive elements and •... - Page 9 FIGURE 2B Other than direct vent terminal clearances (See Clause 4.33.2) inside corner detail 15 ft Fixed closed Operable Fixed closed Operable Regulator vent outlet In the event no Legend: regulator is present, = Vent terminal H and I can be disregarded.
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Page 10: Typical Installation
INSTALLATION TYPICAL NOTE: INSTALL LEGS INTO When connecting more than one appliance into SLOTS ON THE a common chimney, the water heater’s vent HEATER TOP COVER connector must enter the chimney above all other vent connectors. Do not vent a natural draft appliance (such as this heater) and a forced draft or power vent appliance into the same chimney. - Page 11 ALL AIR OUTDOORS SUPPLY FROM Important air for combustion and ventilation must not come from a corrosive atmosphere.Any failure due to corrosive elements in two permanent openings, one commencing within 12 inches of the top and one commencing within 12 inches of the The following types of installation will bottom of the enclosure.The openings shall...
- Page 12 NOTE: If the equipment room is located against Chimney of Gas Vent an outside wall and the air openings communicate directly with the outdoors, each opening shall have a free area of not less than one square inch per 4,000 BTU per hour of the total input rating of all equipment in the enclosure.
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Page 13: Temperature And Pressure Relief Valve
DRAFTHOOD INSTALLATION Figure 10 FIGURE 10 Drafthood installation Align the legs of the draft hood with the slots provided. Insert Drafthood the legs on the slots as shown in Figure 10. Do not alter the draft hood in any way. If you are replacing an existing water heater, be sure to use the new draft hood supplied with the water heater. -
Page 14: Combination Space Heating/Potable Water Heating
TEMPERATURE & PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE testing laboratory that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials, as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shut-Off Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, Z2I.22 is furnished with this water heater. Do not thread, cap, or plug the end of this discharge line. - Page 15 DO NOT DO NOT use with piping that has been treated with chromates, boiler seal or other chemicals. DO NOT add boiler treatment or any chemicals to any heat piping, since the piping contains potable water. DO NOT use with ferrous piping. The system should be installed only with new piping that is suitable for potable water, such as copper or polybutylene.
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Page 16: Safety Instructions, Lighting Instructions
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or 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. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions. -
Page 17: Gas Supply, Gas Piping Installation, Pressure Warning
GAS REQUIREMENTS Read the data plate to be sure the water heater is made for the type of gas you will be using in your home.This information will be found on the data plate located near the gas control valve. If the information does not agree with the type of gas available, do not install or light. -
Page 18: Removing And Replacing Gas Control Valve/Thermostat
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE APPLIANCE UNTIL ALL LEAKAGE IS CORRECTED. DO NOT USE OPEN FLAME OR ANY KIND OF SPARK TO CHECK FOR LEAKS. PIEZO ELECTRIC IGNITER SYSTEM The piezo electric igniter system is part of the VAPORSHIELD Safety System and consists of the igniter button, electrode and wire.The pilot is ignited by an electric spark generated when the igniter button is pressed. -
Page 19: Replacing The High Temperature Cut Off Switch Assembly
REPLACING THE HIGH TEMPERATURE CUT OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY Your American Standard VAPOR SHIELD water heater is equipped with a high temperature cut off switch that on the switch to determine if the switch is still in the is provided to shut down the water heater when the open position.A continuity tester can also be used for... -
Page 20: Burner Maintenance/Replacemment
REMOVAL BURNER OF THE ASSEMBLY BURNER ADJUSTMENT the pressure regulator. BURNER MAINTENANCE however it could be the result of dirt or dust blocking the air intake screen on the upper left hand side of the burner plate, clean this screen if this occurs. WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE The burner on the VAPOR SHIELD water heater is... -
Page 21: Venting System Inspection, Tampering
DRAINING FLUSHING INTERIOR OF TANK The water heater should be drained if being shut down during freezing temperatures. Also periodic draining and cleaning of sediment from the tank may be necessary. “TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE” (Figure 4). 3. Open a nearby hot water faucet. 2. - Page 22 EMERGENCY SHUT DOWN Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off, turn off the manual gas control valve to the appliance. WARNING Stacking Stacking occurs when a series of shorts draws of hot water are taken from the water heater tank. This causes (3 gallons or less) increased cycling of the burner and can result in increased water temperatures at the hot water outlet.
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Page 23: Hydrogen Gas Warning, L.p. Models, Out Of Fuel
WARNING HYDROGEN GAS Hydrogen gas can be produced in a water system that has not been used for a long period of time . HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE.To prevent the (generally two weeks or more) several minutes at the kitchen sink before you use any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. -
Page 24: Troubleshooting Check List
SERVICE MUST QUALIFIED INSTALER, BE PERFORMED BY A SERVICE AGENCY OR GAS SUPPLIER THE FOLLOWING ISA LIST OF THE MOST COMMON COMPLAINTS RELATED TO THE USE OF WATER HEATERS. MANY COMPLAINTS ARE DUE TO ITEMS NOT DIRECTLY RELATED TO THE WATER HEATER. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE WATER HEATER OR PERFORM OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS ON THIS LIST UNLESS YOU ARE TRAINED AND QUALIFIED TO DO SO. - Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE (S) CORRECTIVE ACTION SLOW HOT WATER RECOVERY 2. Flue clogged 3. Low gas pressure 4. Improper calibration 3. Check with gas utility company 5. Thermostat set too low 4. Replace thermostat 6. Water heater too small 5.
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Page 26: Repair Parts Illustration
REPAIR ILLUSTRATION PARTS ITEM PARTS DESCRIPTION DRAFTHOOD REDUCER RING BAFFLE COLD WATER DIP TUBE HEAT TRAP (SOME MODELS) ANODE ROD (NOT SHOWN) TEMPERATURE & PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE DRAIN VALVE THERMOSTAT (PROPANE GAS THERMOSTAT WILL BE MARKED FOR LP GAS ONLY) MANIFOLD ORIFICE MAIN BURNER... -
Page 27: Ordering Part And Service
NEED SERVICE IF YOU Should your problem not be solved to your complete satisfaction, you should then contact the Manufacturer’s Service Department at the following address: American Standard Water Heaters American Standard Water Heaters 561 New York drive 2808 Metropolitan Place Pomona ,CA,91768 Pomona, CA. - Page 28 Notes:...
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