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CONDENSING TANKLESS GAS WATER HEATER
Thank you for purchasing this Noritz Tankless Gas Water Heater.
Before using, please:
Read this guide completely for operation instructions.
Completely fill out the warranty registration card (included separately) and mail the detachable portion to Noritz
America Corporation. Keep this guide (and the remainder of the warranty registration card) where
it can be found whenever necessary.
Installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54- latest edition and/or CSA B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code (NSCNGPIC).
Noritz America reserves the right to discontinue, or change at any time, the designs and/or specifications of its
products without notice.
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 inflammable 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 and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
Rev.03/16
Installation Manual
Models
NRCP1112-DV / NRCP982-DV (Eco TOUGH)
• Natural Gas ( NG ) / Liquid Propane Gas ( LP )
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- Page 1 CONDENSING TANKLESS GAS WATER HEATER Installation Manual Models NRCP1112-DV / NRCP982-DV (Eco TOUGH) • Natural Gas ( NG ) / Liquid Propane Gas ( LP ) Thank you for purchasing this Noritz Tankless Gas Water Heater. Before using, please: Read this guide completely for operation instructions. Completely fill out the warranty registration card (included separately) and mail the detachable portion to Noritz America Corporation. Keep this guide (and the remainder of the warranty registration card) where it can be found whenever necessary. Installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54- latest edition and/or CSA B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code (NSCNGPIC). Noritz America reserves the right to discontinue, or change at any time, the designs and/or specifications of its products without notice. 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 inflammable 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.
- Page 2 Chapter 1 Product Accessories 1-1 Included Accessories 1-2 Optional Accessories Chapter 2 Product Specifications 2-1 Specifications 2-2 Dimensions & Connections Chapter 3 Safety Requirements 3-1 Safety Precautions 3-2 Before Installation 3-3 Choosing Installation Site 3-4 High Elevation Installations 3-5 Installation Clearance Chapter 4 Installation 4-1 Securing to the wall 4-2 Vent Pipe Installation 4-3 Gas Piping 4-4 Water Piping...
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Page 3: Chapter 1. - Product Accessories
Chapter 1. – Product Accessories The following accessories are included with the unit. Check for any missing 1-1. Included Accessories items before starting installation. Part Shape Q’ty Part Shape Q’ty Owner’s Guide, Warranty Card, Installation Manual, Water Heater each Technical Data Sheet Quick Installation Guide, Part List Anchors / Vent screens with Wall mounting Finishing each bracket / (3") Emergency Kit The accessories listed below are not included with the unit, but may be... - Page 4 Specifications Chapter 2. – Product Specifications Specifications may be changed without prior notice.The capacity may differ slightly, 2-1. Specifications depending on the water pressure, water supply, piping conditions, and water temperature. Model Name NRCP1112-DV NRCP982-DV 199,000 Btu/h 180,000 Btu/h 18,000 Btu/h 18,000 Btu/h Gas Input Rate High Altitude (2,500~4,500ft) 180,000 Btu/h 180,000 Btu/h...
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Page 5: Chapter 2. - Product Specifications
Dimensions & Connections Chapter 2. – Product Specifications 2-2. Dimensions & Connections 11.5" [292mm] 4.6" [117mm] 2.6" [67mm] 3.2" [81mm] 6.8" [173mm] 9.8" [250mm] 13.6" [346mm] Description Size Exhaust 3" Air Intake 3" Hot Water 3/4" Condensate 1/2" Recirculation Return 3/4" Cold Water 3/4" 3/4" Name of Component Exhaust Igniter Ignition Plug Burner High Limit Switch Primary Heat Exchanger Secondary Heat Exchanger... -
Page 6: Chapter 3. - Safety Requirements
Installation and Owner’s Guide before installation, operation and service the Water Heater. Noritz cannot anticipate every circumstance that might involve a potential hazard. Therefore, all possible incidents are not included in our warnings. Proper installation, operation, and service are your responsibility. -
Page 7: Before Installation
Before Installation Chapter 3. – Safety Requirements 3-2. Before Installation DANGER Check the fixing brackets and vent pipe yearly for damage or wear. Replace if necessary. WARNING Precautions on Vent Pipe Replacement The vent system will almost certainly need to be replaced when this appliance is being installed. Only use vent materials that are specified in this Installation Manual for use on this appliance. -
Page 8: Choosing Installation Site
Choosing Installation Site Chapter 3. – Safety Requirements 3-3. Choosing Installation Site Locate the appliance in an area where leakage from the unit or connections will not result in damage to the area adjacent to the appliance or to the lower floors of the structure. When such locations cannot be avoided, it is required that a suitable drain pan, adequately drained, be installed under the appliance. -
Page 9: High Elevation Installations
1-866-766-7489 and request instructions. 3-4. High Elevation Installations •This unit is only ANSI/CSA certified for installation up to 4500 ft. (1,350 m) above sea level. •For installations at higher elevations, please refer to the directions below or contact Noritz America. Note: This water heater may be installed at elevation up to 10,000 ft for use with Natural Gas and Propane. The water heater must be set for a specific altitude using the Installer Mode Setting described below. -
Page 10: Installation Clearances
Installation Clearances Chapter 3. – Safety Requirements 3-5. Installation Clearances WARNING Before installing, check for the following: Install in accordance with relevant building and mechanical codes, as well as any local, state or national regulations, or in the absence of local and state codes, to the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/ NFPA 54 –... - Page 11 Installation Clearances Chapter 3. – Safety Requirements Clearance Requirements from Vent Terminations to Building Openings <When supplying combustion air from the outdoors (Direct Vent)> US Direct Vent Canadian Direct Vent Description Installations Installations Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony 12 in (30 cm) 12 in (30 cm) Clearance to window or door that may be opened 12 in (30 cm)
- Page 12 Installation Clearances Chapter 3. – Safety Requirements Clearance Requirements from Vent Terminations to Building Openings <When supplying combustion air from the indoors (Non-Direct Vent)> Description US Non-Direct Canadian Non-Direct Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck, or balcony 12 in (30 cm) 12 in (30 cm) 48 in (120 cm) below or to Clearance to window or door that may be opened side of opening;...
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Page 13: Chapter 4. - Installation
Securing to the wall Chapter 4. – Installation 4-1. Securing to the wall WARNING CLEARANCES FOR SERVICE ACCESS The water heater must be installed on a wall that can bear its weight. If you try to install the heater on a wall which cannot support its weight, please reconsider. The Water heater can be installed on any suitable internal wall (suitable sound proofi ng may be required when installing onto a stud partition wall). -
Page 14: Vent Pipe Installation
Chapter 4. – Installation Vent Pipe Installation 4-2. Vent Pipe Installation (Indoor Installation Only) General Requirements • Under normal conditions, this appliance will not produce an exhaust flue temperature in excess of 149°F (65°C) and schedule 40 PVC pipe may be used as the vent material. •... -
Page 15: Maximum Vent Length
Chapter 4. – Installation Vent Pipe Installation Maximum Vent Length The unit can be adjusted to accommodate longer vent runs; refer to the below table to find the maximum vent length based on the number of elbows. Allowable Schedule 40 Vent Length (PVC, CPVC, PP) Pipe diameter 3" (75mm) 2" (50mm) Max. straight Vent Length* No. of Elbows ´ ´ • 5 feet (1.5M) for each additional ´ ´ 3-inch 90-degree elbow • 2.5 feet (0.75M) for each additional ´ ´ 3-inch 45-degree elbow ´... - Page 16 Vent Pipe Installation Chapter 4. – Installation Vent Pipe Installation (DV-Direct Vent) Horizontal Vent Termination- PVC/CPVC Materials Only • As illustrated on the right, make sure to keep a distance of 3' (0.9m) or wider between the intake and exhaust when installing the vent piping. * If 3' (0.9m) remote distance between Intake and Exhaust cannot be ensured, the installation can be carried out only in the installa- tion method shown in page 18.
- Page 17 Vent Pipe Installation Chapter 4. – Installation Vent Pipe Installation (DV-Direct Vent) Concentric PVC/CPVC Termination • The concentric termination may be shortened, but not lengthened from its original factory supplied length. • 2" (50mm) & 3" (75mm) PVC or CPVC pipe may be used with the concentric termination. Reducers will be needed to connect 2" pipe. Maintain the same vent pipe diameter from the water heater flue to the termination.
- Page 18 Vent Pipe Installation Chapter 4. – Installation Vent Pipe Installation (DV-Direct Vent) Horizontal Vent Termination- PVC/CPVC Materials Only * When 3' (0.9m) remote distance between Intake and Exhaust cannot be ensured. * Can not use Hood termination (PVT-HL) • Intake and exhaust should face the same direc- tion. Intake and exhaust should stay within the same pressure zone.
- Page 19 Vent Pipe Installation Chapter 4. – Installation Vent Pipe Installation (SV-Non Direct Vent) When supplying combustion air from the indoors (SV-CK-3 Conversion Kit is required) Horizontal Vent Termination- PVC/CPVC Materials Only • A tee, the PVT-HL termination may be used for the vent termination. It is not necessary to use bird screens with the PVT- HL termination.
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Page 20: Gas Piping
The installer must be professionally trained to do such work and must always follow all local and national codes and regulations. Gas line sizing calculations must be performed for every installation. Please contact Noritz America at 866-766-7489 if you have any questions or concerns. -
Page 21: Pressure Test
5" WC for NG or 8" WC for LP, the heater may continue to operate, but the other appliances in the house may experience flame loss or ignition failure, which can result in gas leakage into the home. Refer to the NFPA 54 for details. Please contact Noritz for details. For corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) capacity tables, please consult with the manufacturer. - Page 22 Gas Supply Piping Chapter 4. – Installation Gas Line Sizing for a Noritz Condensing Tankless Gas Water Heater Table 1. For Less than 8" WC initial supply pressure Maximum Natural Gas Delivery Capacity (0.5" WC Pressure Drop) Length (ft) Pipe size 10'(3m) 20'(6m) 30'(9m) 40'(12m) 50'(15m) 60'(18m) 70'(21m) 80'(24m) 90'(27m) 100'(30m) 125'(37.5m) 3/4˝ 1˝ 1-1/4˝ 1390 1-1/2˝ 2090 1430 1150 2" 4020...
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Page 23: Water Piping
Water Piping Chapter 4. – Installation Installation must be performed by a qualified plumber. In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, this 4-4. Water Piping product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter in accordance with the Massachusetts Plumbing and Fuel Gas Code 248 CMR Sections 2.00 and 5.00. Observe all applicable codes. This appliance cannot be used for space heating applications only. -
Page 24: Drain Piping
If this water heater will be installed in an application where the supply water is hard, the water must be treated with either the Noritz H2Flow or Scale Shield or a water softener. Refer to the below tables for suggested treatment and maintenance measures to be taken based on the water hardness level. -
Page 25: Condensate Piping
Condensate Piping Chapter 4. – Installation 4-5. Condensate Piping CAUTION Due to the acidic nature of the condensate, be sure to properly drain and if necessary, treat the condensate prior to disposal. Damage caused by improperly handled condensate is not covered by the warranty. •... -
Page 26: Plumbing Applications
1. Standard Mode 1. Only POTABLE water may be plumbed through the water heater. 2. The water heater cannot be used for space heating applications. 3. Expansion tank is required if a backflow preventer is installed. 4. Noritz recommends the use of an Isolation valve kit with the installation. 5. This kit includes an integrated shut-off and service valve with unions and a pressure relief valve. - Page 27 Chapter 4. – Installation Plumbing Guidelines 2. External Recirculation mode The recirculation pipe must be installed in the field in order to apply the ‘External Recirculation Mode’. This mode allows the water heater recirculation pipes to be warmed up and serving as the freeze protection function. When using external recirculation mode with the built-in pump, check the following maximum recirculation pipe lengths including fittings (3/4" pipe is recommended): -1/2" Pipe- 200' (60m) of equivalent length -3/4" Pipe- 500' (150m) of equivalent length Lengths in excess of these limits will require an external recirculation pump.
- Page 28 Chapter 4. – Installation Plumbing Guidelines 3.Internal Recirculation mode This mode is available without a recirculation pipe installed. The water heater is preheated and protected from freezing.
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Page 29: Pressure Relief Valve
Chapter 4. – Installation Pressure Relief Valve Pressure Relief Valve • External pressure relief valve must be installed. Observe the following. Failure to comply with the guidelines on installing the pressure relief valve and discharge piping can result in personal injury, death or substantial property damage. •... -
Page 30: Electrical Wiring
Electrical Wiring Chapter 4. – Installation Do not connect electrical power to the unit until all electrical wiring has 4-7. Electrical Wiring been completed. Do not connect electrical power to the unit until all electrical wiring has been completed. This appliance must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of lo- cal codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. In Canada, the latest CSA C22.1 Electrical Code. Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. Field wiring to be performed at time of appliance installation. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Do not turn power on until electrical wiring is finished. Disconnect power before servicing. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury from electrical shock •... -
Page 31: Clock Adjustment
Setting the Control Panel Chapter 4. – Installation 4-8. Setting the Control Panel. (Recirculation mode) ►To use the ‘Recirculation Timer Mode’, the device’s internal clock should be adjusted to the current time. Clock settings can be set in the ‘User mode’. [ To enter ‘User Mode’ ] ‘[A:GA]’... -
Page 32: Setting Day
Setting the Control Panel Chapter 4. – Installation 3. Setting day : 25 Press the dial button to store Set the ‘day’ by turning the dial button. (Only the the setting. flashing number can be changed.) 4. Setting day of the week: Friday Set the ‘day of the week’... - Page 33 Chapter 4. – Installation Setting the Control Panel Setting the Control Panel. (Recirculation system) To set the recirculation type (External or Internal mode) 1. Turn off the power to the control panel. Press and hold the 4. Turn the dial button clockwise to select ‘on’ in order to activate ‘Function Button’ for approximately 5 seconds to get into the the recirculation function.
- Page 34 Chapter 4. – Installation Setting the Control Panel Setting the Control Panel. (High Elevation) To set the High Elevation Elevation above Sea Level 5:EL setting 0 ~ 1,999 ft (0 ~ 609 m) 0 - 2 2,000 ~ 4,999 ft (610 ~ 1,523 m) 2 - 5 5,000 ~ 7,999 ft (1,524 ~ 2,438 m) 5 - 8 8,000 ~ 10,000 ft (2,439 ~ 3,048 m)
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Page 35: Quick Connect Multi System Installation
Chapter 4. – Installation Quick Connect 4-9. Quick Connect Multi System Installation The Quick Connect Multi System allows the installation of two units together utilizing only the Quick Connect Cord. ㆍQuick Connect Multi System cannot allows more than 2 units. ㆍAll units within Quick Connect Multi System must be of the same model. ㆍDifferent models cannot work as Quick Connect Multi System. - Page 36 Quick Connect Chapter 4. – Installation ※ All units must be set to the same settings listed below before using in the Quick Connect Multi System. 1. Set “on” at [6:QC] in installer mode (Refer to below) 2. Current Clock Setting. (Refer to page 31 in the Installation Manual) 3. Recirculation Timer Setting, if recirculation is used. (Please refer to pages 22-27 in the Owner’s Guide) <Note>...
- Page 37 Common Vent Chapter 4. – Installation 4-10. Common Vent When Noritz water heaters are installed in a Noritz Quick Connect Multi System, you can install a common venting system. Do not use common venting if the water heater is used within a Noritz Quick Connect Multi System with other manufacturer’s water heaters or other models. Include a condensate drain in the main trunk as illustrated in the following examples. 1. Turn off the power to the control panel. Press and hold the 3. Press the dial button, the “on” or “oFF” character will be ‘Function Button’ for approximately 5 seconds to get into the flashing.
- Page 38 Chapter 4. – Installation 36" ● To determine the size of a common vent: 12" Determine the total length (L) of the common vent, 12" which consist of the horizontal width (W/W1) and vertical height (H/H1) Total Length (L) = W + H + W1 + H1 Require Load Total Length Total BTU/H (ft) 3"...
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Page 39: Chapter 5. - Installation Check
Maintenance Chapter 5. – Installation Check 5-1. Maintenance Periodically check the following to ensure proper operation of the water heater.. •The venting system must be examined periodically by a qualified service technician to check for any leaks or corrosion. • The burner flame must be checked periodically for a proper blue color and consistency. •... -
Page 40: Maintenance Report
Maintenance Report Chapter 5. – Installation Check MAINTENANCE REPORT CAUTION In unusually dirty or dusty conditions, care must be taken to keep water heater cabinet door in place at all times. Failure to do so VOIDS WARRANTY! WARNING Allowing the water heater to operate with a dirty combustion chamber will hurt operation. Failure to clean the heat exchanger as needed by the installation location could result in water heater failure, property damage, personal injury, or death. Such product failures ARE NOT covered under warranty. The water heater requires minimal periodic maintenance under normal conditions. However, in unusually dirty or dusty conditions, periodic vacuuming of the cover to maintain visibility of the display and indicators is recommended. Periodic maintenance should be performed once a year by a qualified service technician to assure that all the equipment is operating safely and efficiently. -
Page 41: Final Check List
Final check list Chapter 5. – Installation Check 5-2. Final Check List Final check : On the installation conditions. • Is the Water Heater securely mounted on the wall? • Is there space for a drain which is close to the Water Heater? • Is there any combustible material near the Water Heater and vent pipe? •... - Page 42 Memo...
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