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INSTALLATION GUIDE AND OPERATION MANUAL GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL: M26i(786126) M26i-50 DO NOT REMOVE ® ™ Thank you very much for purchasing our water heater. Before installing and operating your water heater, please read this manual WaterMark carefully and keep it for future reference.
CONTENTS PAGE 1. GENERAL INFORMATION 2. IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2.1. FOR THE INSTALLER 2.2. FOR THE SERVICEMAN 2.3. FOR THE PLUMBER 3. SPECIFICATIONS 4. INTRODUCTION 4.1. DIMENSIONS AND CONNECTION POINTS 4.2. SAFETY GUIDELINES 5. INSTALLATION 5.1. CONFIRMING APPLIANCE SUITABILITY 5.2. SELECTING SUITABLE INSTALLATION LOCATION 5.3.
1. GENERAL INFORMATION Maximum delivery temperatures Midea gas water heaters are factory pre-set to various maximum delivery temperatures depending on model and their intended application. For the majority of applications, the factory pre-set temperature is appropriate. In the unlikely event this is not the case this setting can be increased or decreased by an authorised person such as a licensed plumber.
AS 3498 Clause 7.2.1. Model number M26i-50 unit does NOT require a temperature control device to be installed. Please follow all the instructions in the installation and operation manual and the following additional instructions for the water heater outlet connection.
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Water Controller 3 Power Priority (OPTIONAL) ENSUITE Water Controller 3 Power Priority (OPTIONAL) ENSUITE Water Controller 2 Power Priority LAUNDRY (OPTIONAL) Water Controller 2 Power Priority LAUNDRY (OPTIONAL) BATHROOM Power Water Controller 1 Priority (OPTIONAL) BATHROOM Water Controller 1 Power Priority (OPTIONAL) KITCHEN...
3. SPECIFICATIONS TECHNICAL DATA AND DIMENSIONS Model M26i & M26i-50 Gas Type Natural ULPG Gas Input (MJ/h) Inlet Pressure (kPa) 1.13 2.75 Main Injector (mm) Ø1.8 Ø1.3 Test Point Pressure High/Low (kPa) 0.70 / 0.17 0.89 / 0.22 Water Heating Capacity (Raised 25°C)
NOTE • The appliances performance will be reduced where water pressure is below 340 kPa • For information relating to the burner test point pressures and injector sizes, please refer to the name plate (located on the right hand side of the case for each model - please refer to p.10) •...
ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES Check that the installation and operation manual and screws are included with the unit. Check that the installation and operation manual and screws are included with the unit. Check that the installation and operation manual and screws are included with the unit. Screws x 4 Manual Screws...
4.2 SAFETY GUIDELINES Ensure the following warnings and instructions are read and understood before commencing installation. WARNING • Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer (for example, a licensed plumber or gas fitter) • The installer (licensed professional) is responsible for the correct installation of the water heater and for compliance with all relevant national, state and local regulations •...
WARNING WARNING • Water temperatures above 50ºC can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Water temperatures above 50 ℃ can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Children, Children, the disabled and the elderly are at a high risk of being injured. Feel the water he disabled and the elderly are at a high risk of being injured.
CAUTION • This equipment is not suitable for pool or spa heating. • Water hardness may affect the water heater performance. It is important that the water heater is installed in water conditions that are suitable for long term operation. •...
5.3 LOCATION OF FLUE TERMINALS OF BALANCED FLUE, ROOM-SEALED, FAN-ASSISTED OR OUTDOOR APPLIANCES - AS/NZS 5601.1:2013 - FIGURE 6.2 (in part) O p e n i n g i n t o a b u i l d i n g D o o r D i re c t i o n o f S e e N o t e 1...
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WARNING WARNING WARNING This unit must be installed indoors and must NOT be installed outdoors. This unit must be installed indoors and must Not be installed outdoors. Never use this This unit must be installed indoors and must Not be installed outdoors. Never use this Never use this unit where no compulsory gas supply and exhaust pipe is installed.
5.4 GAS CONNECTION CAUTION • Turn off the electric power to the water heater and manual gas valve located on the outside of the unit before beginning gas connection. • Confirm the position of the gas inlet. Do not connect water line to gas inlet. It may cause severe damaged. 5.5 SIZING AND CONNECTION SUITABILITY Check the gas type label to make sure that the unit was built for the type of gas you will be using, and that the gas inlet pressure is within the appropriate range (please refer to p.6)
5.6 MEASURING INLET GAS PRESSURE AND TESTING FOR GAS LEAKAGE The appliance and its gas connections must be measured for inlet gas pressure and leak tested before placing the unit in operation for safe and effective operation. This is only to be done by a licensed professional. 1.
5.7 WATER CONNECTIONS WARNING Do not reverse the hot outlet and cold supply line connections to the water heater as this will cause your heater to operate improperly. • All pipes, pipe fittings, valves and other components, including soldering materials, must be suitable for potable water systems •...
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Do not reverse the hot outlet and cold supply line connections to the water hea will cause your heater to operate improperly. REMOVE BY TURNING COUNTER CLOCKWISE AND THEN CLEAN AND REPLACE 1. TURN OFF THE WATER INLET 3. REMOVE BY TURNING SUPPLY VALVE.
ater heater must be electrically grounded. Do not attach the ground wire to either the gas or piping. 5.8 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ater heater requires an AC 240V 50Hz electrical power supply and draws a current of 0.8A. eather-proof power point should be no more than 1 meter from the base of the water heater for •...
6. INSTALLATION OF FLUE PIPE 10. Installation guide of flue pipe 10. Installation guide of flue pipe 1. The maximum length flue pipe is 10 meters 10. Installation guide of flue pipe 1. The maximum length flue pipe is 10 metres 1.
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3. The v l ue pipe needs to be installed with a condensate collector atthe outlet of the water 3. The v 3. The v l ue pipe needs to be installed with a condensate collector atthe l ue pipe needs to be installed with a condensate collector atthe outlet of the water outlet of the water 3.
B. Remote controllers output temperature setting (70°C mode) The emperature setting points are: (For M26i - JSG52-26VH3 model) 38ºC,39ºC,40ºC, 41ºC, 42ºC, 43ºC, 44ºC, 45ºC, 46ºC, 47ºC, 48ºC,49ºC,50ºC,51ºC,52ºC,53ºC,54ºC, • The remote controller is able to adjust the output temperature setting between the range of 38ºC to 65ºC in 55ºC,55ºC,56ºC,57ºC,58ºC,59ºC,60ºC,61ºC,62ºC,63ºC,64ºC,65ºC.
7.1 REMOTE CONTROLLER INSTALLATION • The remote controller comes with a cable length of 10m. If a longer cable is needed, please purchase shielding line. Cut the original line and bind up the wire according to the polarity to avoid short circuit. a.
7.2 CONNECTION OF REMOTE CONTROLLER WIRING • Turn off the power supply to the water heater. • Remove the front cover from the water heater. There are 4 screws on the front cover. • Put the remote wires through the hole on the bottom of the unit case. •...
a.FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ BEFORE OPERATING: Check the GAS and WATER CONNECTIONS for leaks before startup for the first time. 8. INITIAL OPERATION Open the main gas supply valve to the unit using only your hand to avoid any spark. Never use tool If the knob will not turn by hand, do not try to force it;...
9. NORMAL OPERATION • Flow rate to activate the water heater: 2.3 litres per minute. • Flow rate to keep the water heater running: 1.8 litres per minute. 8.1 WITHOUT REMOTE CONTROLLER 9.1 WITHOUT REMOTE CONTROLLER The DIP Temperature setting Model DIP switch Setting-temperature...
ure. 9.2 WITH MULTIPLE REMOTE CONTROLLERS ULIPLE REMOTE CONTROLLER INSTALLED Power Priority ON/OFF Reduce Increase button temperature temperature button button e ON/OFF button. Then the Power light is lit on the remote controller and the setting • Press the ON/OFF button. The power light will light up on the remote controller and the temperature setting ature is displayed on the esch remote controller.
9.3 FREEZE PREVENTION CAUTION Any hot or cold water pipes located outside of the unit will not be protected. Properly protection and insulation of these pipes from freezing is required. WINTER SHUTDOWN If the user will not be using the heater for a long period of time, turn off the water heater and drain the water inside the unit.
10. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE The water heater should be checked at least once a year or as necessary by a licensed technician. If repairs are needed, any repairs should be done by a licensed technician. The water heater’s lifetime may be extended by frequency maintenance.
10.2 GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING TEMPERATURE AND AMOUNT OF HOT WATER PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS It takes long time to get hot water at the • The time it takes to deliver hot water from the water heater fixtures. to your fixtures depends on the length of piping between the two.
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WATER HEATER PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS The Unit does not ignite when water goes • Is the flow rate over 3.0l/min? through the unit • Check for the filter on cold water inlet. • Check for reverse connection and cross connection. •...
10.3 PCB ERROR CODES The water heater is self diagnostic for safety and convenience when troubleshooting. If there is a problem with the installation or the unit, it will display an error code on the remote controller. Consult the following chart for each error code.
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Thermostat When the system starts or works normally, it is Turn off water flow or (overheating) detected that the overheating protection thermostat shut down to eliminate failure is disconnected, and the thermostat is judged to be faulty Outlet When the system is in a burning state, if the outlet Turn off water flow or temperature over temperature is detected to exceed 85°C for 3...
The DIP Temperature setting The DIP Temperature setting The DIP Temperature setting The DIP Temperature setting The DIP Temperature setting The DIP Temperature setting 10.5 DIP TEMPERATURE SETTINGS M26i M26i M26i M26i M26i-50 M26i-50 M26i-50 M26i-50 M26i M26i M26i-50 M26i-50...
3、Remove the small baffle of the fixing hole of the bottom sealing plate 3、Remove the small baffle of the fixing hole of the bottom sealing plate 4、Install the purchased accessories as shown in the figure 4、Install the purchased accessories as shown in the figure The WiFi module is installed in the WiFi box and then fixed under the bottom shell with screws.
WARNING Do not jump or short circuit wires, otherwise the PCB may become damaged 11.1 INSTALLATION OF WI-FI MODULE (WITHOUT REMOTE CONTROLLER) In order to use the M-Smart life app for systems without a remote controller, the WiFi module and the WiFi connection switch must be installed as follows: 1.
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When you select the remote control, you can remove the WiFi connection switch, Because the remote control can realize the corresponding distribution network function. Power Priority ption of remote controller WiFi button distribution network off the water heater, on the water heater and the remote control displays the code "01", ess the "up"...
According to the App tips, if the product only supports 2.4GHZ wifi communication, please note A large number of devices on the WiFi router can affect network stability, there is no way that Midea can advise a specific number limitation as this depends on router quality and many other factors.
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Product is subject to change without notice. Please keep this manual for future reference...
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