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SYSTEM CHECK-OUT PROCEDURE FOR HOT WATER HEATER CONTROLS
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1. Following water heater manufacturer's instructions to light the pilot, turn the gas control valve to the ON position.
2. Open the hot water faucet; this should energize the venter. Next, close the hot water faucet; this should de-energize
the venter.
3. Repeat Step 2 to assure proper operation.
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1. Allow water heater to heat up to operating temperature by opening the hot water faucet, then disconnect the power
supply to the venter.
2. Allow approximately 2 minutes for the spillage switches to sense the spillage of flue gas and de-energize the
thermocouple circuit. This will halt the gas flow to the pilot and burner.
3. Wait 2 or 3 minutes, reset spillage switches and relight pilot. Then perform a second spillage test (Steps 1 and 2).
TROUBLE SHOOTING HINTS
1. Venter does not activate when hot water faucet is opened.
a. Check wiring.
b. Check gas pressure switch for continuity across terminals when gas valve is pressurized.
c. Check gas pressure.
d. Check amount of water flow.
2. Flue gas odor.
a. Check system draft.
b. Check for negative pressure in building.
3. Pilot will not stay lit.
a. Solder all spillage switch wire terminal connections.
b. Check reset buttons on spillage switches.
MAINTENANCE
1. Motor: Inspect motor once a year, the motor should rotate freely.
2. Wheel: Inspect venter wheel annually to clear any soot, ash or coating which inhibits either rotation or air flow.
Remove all foreign material before operating.
3. Vent System: Inspect all vent pipe connections annually for looseness and for evidence of flue gas leakage. Seal or
tighten pipe connections if necessary.
INSTALLATION INFORMATION
MODEL NO.:_____________________________________________________________
INSTALLER'S NAME:______________________________________________________
INSTALLER'S COMPANY:__________________________________________________
INSTALLER'S PHONE NO.:_________________________________________________
DATE OF INSTALLATION: _________________________________________________
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