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8L / 12L / 16L /20L GAS WATER HEATER A division of Stingray Accessory Manufacturers (Pty) Ltd .O. Box 30014, Tokai, 7966 +27 21 442 1540 info@stingray.co.za | www.alva.co.za TOLL-FREE NUMBER: 086 100 AL VA (2582) /alvagas /AlvaGas...
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(on the heater) and then make sure to close the cylinder valve. • and repairs. The guarantee for the heater will be rendered void if the heater is serviced or repaired by any one other than an Alva appointed technician. •...
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE USER installer. All registered installers are issued with a card carrying their registration number. Ask to be shown the card before allowing the installation work to commence and make a note of the Installer registration number. Upon completion of the installation, the installer is required to explain the operational details of the appliance together with the safety instructions.
CONSTRUCTION & NAME OF PARTS TECHNICAL PARAMETERS Danger INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 9-11 CORRECT POSITIONING OF THE WATER 11-12 HEATER Contact an approved ALVA technician. INSTALLING THE FLUE HOW TO SETUP AIR VENT DAILY MAINTENANCE 15-16 Do It Yourself MAINTENANCE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE...
Keep this manual for future reference. This manual should be read in conjunction with labeling on the product. If this product is not what you want or need, please help Alva and the environment by not damaging or destroying any part of the packaging, the manual or the Styrofoam inserts.
WATER HEATER SET UP Setup using mounting brackets This appliance may be mounted on to a non-combustible surface. The appliance is to be mounted using the supplied hardware. For a temporary mount the unit can be suspended from the top bracket. If being mounted permanently the appliance should be mounted using both the bottom and top tabs.
Always purchase the correct size and grade of battery. DO NOT mix new and old batteries. Replace all batteries at the same time. Although any “D” Batteries will work, ALVA recommends using VARTA Consumer Batteries. Connecting the regulator to the appliance...
If you are unsure or if you cannot tighten the connection, place the cylinder outside in a cool, well-ventilated area and contact Alva on 086 100 ALVA (2582). • A leak between the heater and cylinder can lead to a high...
FUNCTIONS & FEATURES Water controlled automatic ignition: If the hot water tap is switched on, the unit will automatically ignite and deliver hot water to the tap. Auto cut-off protection: Numerical control automatic ignition, the auto cut-off protection will extinguish the gas supply immediately. Low water pressure startup function: When water supply pressure is lower to 0.025Mpa, the water heater cannot be ignited, Fit water pressure pump to boost...
TECHNICAL PARAMETERS Model GWH2008L 8L/min 2800 Pa 16Kw 12L/min GWH2012L 2800 Pa 24Kw 16L/min GWH2016L 2800 Pa 32Kw GWH2020L 20L/min 2800 Pa 40Kw INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS A. CAUTION: to discharge exhaust gas. During operation the water heater consumes oxygen, so an air inlet hole must be made in any room where installed.
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2. Pipe Installation NOTE: hose MUST NOT be longer than 2 meters. The hose should NOT be fed directly through a wall, cupboard or behind/above the geyser. We DO NOT recommend using hose for the gas connection. This will recommend the use of 15mm copper or stainless steel pipe. (a) Connecting of cold water supply pipe: •...
(c) Install an exhaust fan at a level higher that the water heater. (d) Make an air inlet at least 0.06 square meters on the lower part of your wall. wall ( the thickness is about 20mm). (Refer to page 12.) must be as short as possible and the joint with the funnel must be leak free.
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HANGER POSITION hanger drill hole on the wall hole depth > plastic swell tube + (3-5)mm hanger plastic swell tube screw The installation of the hanger should be in a horizontal position. hanger proof, please underlay a plastic swell tube wider than 100mm big than the actual water heater screw...
INSTALLING THE FLUE NO exhaust fumes leak into the house/bathroom. 3m, and the vent should be face slightly down, 1:100 than 3 pieces. diverter of the geyser, before venting outside, should not be less than 250mm. exhaust gasses. 7. Make sure that there is no air / fumes leaking at rivets to secure these sections.
AIR VENT SET UP should be properly sealed to prevent exhaust fumes entering the room. C.) Air Vent Size Chart: PRECAUTIONS As a precaution, if you are away from home and the water heater will not be in use for a period of time, always CLOSE THE CYLINDER VALVE.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL Adjust output temperature using the clearly marked control on the geyser. °C water in Min turn down water valve SHUT-OFF The water heater will shut-off automatically when you close the warm water tap. It will also shut-off if you close the cold water inlet tap to the geyser, or if you close the cylinder valve.
Too much air • Clean the exterior body with a damp cloth. Fig.K If any part of the heater is in need of replacing, use only original Alva parts. Using any other spare parts is dangerous and will void the warranty.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Why is there an odour when I use a gas heater? All gas appliances give off an odour. This could be harmful if inhaled for extended periods of time. This “smell” is normal, and it does not mean that you have a gas leak.
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Odour Combustion N/A - The combustion process will always cause an odour If you are still unable Strong Incorrect gas Obtain LPG only from reputa- to correct the problem odour mixture ble LPG dealers with the information in this guide , then Unburned gas...
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90 degrees and approximately rectly ¼” above the burner. Use a pair of pliers to bend the wires as needed. Thermocouple Adjust thermocouple so that it is centred in the hole on the heat exchanger Thermostat Call 086 100 ALVA (2582)
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE PROTECTIVE REACTION REMARKS FUNCTION If the water pressure is over Increase the valve pressure limit Water pressure 0.8Mpa, the water-out valve will according to local water too high release and lower the pressure supply pressure Restart the water heater If water pressure is below Use the water heater later when 0.025Mpa the water heater...
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SOLUTIONS MALFUNCTION CAUSE Open Gas Valve Gas valve not open Open Water Valve Water supply valve not open Improper Enlarge gas volume, reduce water volume Operation Improper regulation method of water temperature Reduce gas volume, enlarge water supply Improper position of water switch Turn water knob to hot water point Repeat opening and closing hot water Air in gas feed line...
SPECIFICATIONS MODEL GWH2008L - 8L Model ALVA GWH2008L Water Heater Type Type of Gas Operating pressure 2.8kPa Heat Load 16 kw Exhaust Discharge Mode Flue Duct Type Gas Consumption 1.25 kg/h Ignition Mode Pulse Double Ignition Suitable Water Pressure 0.025-0.5 Mpa...
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MODEL GWH2016L - 16L Model ALVA GWH2016L Water Heater Type Type of Gas Operating pressure 2.8kPa Heat Load 32 kw Exhaust Discharge Mode Flue Duct Type Gas Consumption 2.34 kg/h Ignition Mode Pulse Double Ignition Suitable Water Pressure 0.025-0.5 Mpa...
Trouble www.alva.co.za Shooting Guide . @StingrayGroupSA If you are still unable www.facebook.com/AlvaGas to correct the problem with the information in this guide, then TOLL FREE NUMBER 086 100 ALVA (2582) you need to contact your nearest dealer or manufacturer.
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