Airxcel Aqua-Hot GEN1 Series Installation Manual
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- Page 1 Installation Manual GEN1 Series GEN-1 LPG...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Introduction Contents Caution Notes As you read this information, take particular note of the NOTICE, Caution Notes ................1 CAUTION, WARNING, and DANGER symbols when they appear. This information is important for safe and efficient use of the Installation Checklist ..............2 Aqua-Hot system. -
Page 3: Installation Checklist
Reference the Friday, between 7:00am to 4:00pm MST. You can also email installation and user manuals before installation or service. at service@airxcel.com. Authorized Service Centers can also be found online at www.aquahot.com. Contact your authorized service or Aqua-Hot Heating Systems if you have any questions before starting installation. -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction System Overview Read and understand all instructions before installing the Aqua-Hot system. Aqua-Hot Heating Systems is not liable for damage resulting from failing to follow instructions contained The Aqua-Hot Gen-1 Heater is a Heating System that can in this, and any other Aqua-Hot documentation relevant to this provide interior heat and hot water using a built-in electric unit. - Page 5 Introduction Safe Installation of the System Become familiar with the installation process before installing in the vehicle or towable. • Make sure to protect the heater during installation. Do not If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result, causing property damage, drop or stand on the heater.
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Page 6: System Features
System Features For full details and installation requirements, please see installation and owners manuals. Minimum Service Clearances: Front: 4 inches Back: 1 inch Sides: 0.5 inches Top: 2 inches Bottom: No Clearance Necessary This appliance must be installed in accordance with local codes, or in absence of local codes, the Standard for Recreational Vehicles, ANSI A119.2/NFPA 1192 or CAN/CSA-Z240 RV. -
Page 7: Component Cut-Aways
Component Cutaway System Features Aqua-Hot GEN-1 Heater 1. Heater 2. Air Intake Inlet 3. Exhaust Outlet 4. Controller Cover 5. Plastic Frame Feet 6. Aluminum Frame Feet Circulated Air Intake 8. Cold Water Connection (Inlet) 9. Propane Gas Connection 10. Hot Water Connection (Outlet) 11. -
Page 8: Installing The Aqua-Hot
Support and Clearance Installing the Heater Support and Clearances Make the following considerations when supporting the Install the Aqua-Hot in a compartment which protects the unit Aqua-Hot to ensure its most optimal operation and location. and allows service access to the top and front panel of the Dimensions for the mounting tabs are shown below. -
Page 9: Exhaust & Air Intake Systems
Support and Clearance Exhaust & Air Intake Exhaust & Air Intake System Exhaust Cowl (Air inlet & outlet) Installation • Cut the exhaust pipe and air intake pipe to length. The exhaust pipe passes through the air intake pipe. The exhaust pipe should be slightly shorter than the intake pipe. - Page 10 Support and Clearance Connecting to Heater Connecting Air Inlet to Heater Air inlet Installation • The heater draws in circulated air from inside of the RV There should be 20mm at the end of the exhaust - pipe should • The air intake opening must be installed in a position so no be compressed, not straightened.
- Page 11 Warm Air Intake System Support and Clearance Warm Air Intake & Distribution Installation Upper air outlets Lower air outlets • Warm air is distributed to the RV interior by flexible air ducts. (Ø 60mm) • The air ducts must be properly installed for the heater to correctly operate.
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Page 12: Fuel Supply
Support and Clearance Gas Supply Gas Supply Propane System Requirements • The connections must not cause the pipe to twist, bend, • The heater operating pressure must be in accordance with or be crushed (#2 below) and the pipe must not come a 12 ±... -
Page 13: Domestic Water System
Domestic Water System Support and Clearance Domestic Water System • All connections must be secured by clamps or crimp rings. The domestic water system must be installed by a qualified • All water pipes, valves, and connectors must be safe for technician and must follow all local code requirements or drinking water, pressure resistant (up to 60 PSI), and hot regulations. -
Page 14: Filling The Domestic Water System
Support and Clearance Domestic Water System Filling the Water System Disinfecting the Domestic Water System Before filling up the system with domestic water, confirm that the relief valve and drain valve are closed. • Turn on the pump power supply at the pump switch. •... -
Page 15: Connections And Sensors
Support and Clearance Electrical Connections Connecting the Thermistor Electrical Connections The thermistor must be installed or the system will not operate The electrical panel is located on the heater under the cover as properly. It is recommended to install the sensor away from shown below. -
Page 16: Connecting To 12V Dc Power & Ac Power
Connecting to AC/DC Power Support and Clearance Connecting the Aqua-Hot to AC Power Connecting to 12V DC Power The following section will detail how to connect the Aqua- The section will outline the requirements, steps, and Hot to the vehicle’s AC electric system. When the RV is information necessary to connect the Aqua-Hot to the vehicle’s connected to an AC power source (plugged into shore power or 12V DC power system. -
Page 17: Mounting The Aqua-Hot Lcd
Mounting the Aqua-Hot LCD Aqua-Hot LCD Aqua-Hot LCD LCD Bracket Opening 81mm 84mm 74mm 91mm Figure 20 1 Display Area 2 Return Button 3 Rotary Button Mounting Considerations: • Install the LCD controller in an interior waterproof location Figure 21 and at eye level. -
Page 18: Operating The Lcd
Mounting the Aqua-Hot LCD Operating the LCD Operating the LCD Power ON: Hold the rotary button for 3seconds to turn on LCD. After a few seconds, the time is displayed as 00:00. Click the rotary button to display the initial options in the display. Clock setting (current time setting) •... - Page 19 Mounting the Aqua-Hot LCD Operating the LCD Shutdown Press the rotary button for more than 3s at the initial interface to shut down. When the LCD switch is turned off, the heating process and any connected equipment are also automatically turned off.
- Page 20 Configuring the Zones Operating the LCD .This icon will flash until the predetermined water Heating Start temperature is reached. After the setting is finished, press the return key or wait for 10s to enter the clock interface, and the heating starts. The clock In the "heating and hot water mode", the water temperature and set temperature are displayed alternately.
- Page 21 Configuring the Zones Operating the LCD Enter the End Time Select Fan Speed Level • Use the rotary button to set the end time. • Use the rotary button to set the desired fan speed • Click the rotary button to confirm and proceed to the next •...
- Page 22 Configuring the Zones Operating the LCD Voltage Inquiry Switching Temperature Units • Click the rotation button to display the voltage: 12.0V. Use the knob to switch between Celsius and Fahrenheit, then click to confirm Air Pressure and Temperature Inquiry • Click the rotation button to select the at ATMOS icon.
- Page 23 Configuring the Zones Operating the LCD Fast Pump Settings Select pump oil icon GoOil with rotary button. • Click on the rotary button to enter the fast pump oil. The default fast pump time is 90 seconds. The remaining time can be adjusted with a knob.
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Page 24: System Schematic
Configuring the Zones System Schematic ©Aqua-Hot® GEN-1 LPG Installation Manual REV 230403 p. 23... -
Page 25: Winterizing, Service, Maintenance
Configuring the Zones System Checks Winterization System Checks Please do the following checks prior to the first operation to To avoid freeze damage to the system, the heater must be confirm the installation was done properly and safely. drained through the drain valve completely. If water is left in 1. -
Page 26: First Operation
Configuring the Zones First Operation Aqua-Hot First Operation The first operation of the Aqua-Hot heater may not light up NOTE: It is recommended to run the system for at least 20 perfectly. This is normal and may take a couple tries to get the minutes every month to ensure optimum heater condition. -
Page 27: Troubleshooting
Configuring the Zones Troubleshooting Troubleshooting • Ensure that the system is supplied with electrical power and there are no blown fuses. • Ensure that there is at least ¼ tank of propane in the gas supply. • Make sure all the electrical and plumbing connections are connected and secure. •... -
Page 28: Warranty
Warranty 2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY AQUA-HOT® HEATING SYSTEM Aqua-Hot Heating Systems Inc. warrants the Aqua-Hot Heater to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of two years on both parts and labor commencing upon the original date of registration of the vehicle. Replacement parts are warranted for the remainder of the Heater’s standard warranty coverage or for six months, whichever is greater. - Page 29 Installation Manual GEN1 SERIES GEN-1 LPG Aqua-Hot Heating Systems, LLC 7501 Miller Drive, Frederick, CO 80504 Visit us online at www.aquahot.com Call us at 574-AIR-XCEL (574-247-9235) ©2023 Aqua-Hot Heating Systems, LLC. Printed in the USA...
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