Diesel fired continuous output window cleaning water heater (44 pages)
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The WindowWasher™ by ITR Installation and Operating Manual Diesel Fired Continuous Output Window Cleaning Water Heater...
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International Thermal Research Right to Modify: Due to our commitment for quality and ongoing product improvement, ITR reserves the right to modify or change without notice, materials, applications, equipment, accessories, and/or prices.
The WindowWasher™ by ITR Features ..... 1-3 Critical Factors ..........1-4 Equipment, Tools and Skills ......1-4 Testing and Inspection ........1-5 Section 2, Mounting - The WindowWasher™ .... 2-1 Before You Begin .......... 2-1 Your Mounting Location ......... 2-2 Procedure ............ 2-4 Section 3, Installing the Exhaust System ....
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Before You Begin ......... 6-1 Plumbing Installation ........6-2 What NOT to Do ........... 6-4 Installation Procedure ........6-4 Section 7, Operating The WindowWasher™ by ITR ..7-1 Operating Instructions for The WindowWasher™ by ITR ......7-1 Turning the Power to The WindowWasher™...
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System Wiring ........... 5-3 Figure 6-1 Plumbing Fittings ........6-1 Figure 7-1 The WindowWasher™ by ITR – Fittings ..7-1 Figure 7-2 Remote Operating Panel ......7-3 Figure 7-3 The WindowWasher™ by ITR – Control Panel .. 7-4 WindowWasher by ITR Installation Manual...
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Table of Contents International Thermal Research International Thermal Research Ltd. February 2012...
Section Overview Thank you for purchasing The WindowWasher™ by ITR for portable hot water window cleaning. This section describes features of The WindowWasher™ by ITR and Some of the figures covers critical information you need to know before beginning the...
This document reflects approved installation techniques, methods, and materials, and applies only to ITR equipment. The WindowWasher™ by ITR is only guaranteed by ITR if the entire system has been installed according to the requirements and recommendations set out here.
The WindowWasher™ by ITR Features • Efficient • Clean The WindowWasher™ by ITR uses a patented diesel burner (12 VDC) • Quiet controlled by a multi-functional electronic controller as the primary • Compact source of heating water. The WindowWasher™ by ITR heats water to •...
Section 1, Overview o Patented, proprietary flame sensor. • The WindowWasher™ by ITR Remote Operating Panel with ON/OFF switch for the diesel burner and indicator LED’s for operational and diagnostic information. Critical Factors The key factors to keep in mind when planning and carrying out the...
WindowWasher™ by ITR hose fittings to the domestic water system. Testing and Inspection After all components have been properly installed according to standard practices, RVIA or ABYC standards, and the recommendations of this Installation and Operating Manual, The WindowWasher™ by ITR should be test-operated for inspection purposes.
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Section 1, Overview The WindowWasher™ by ITR...
Section Mounting - The WindowWasher™ Before You Begin Plan the location of The WindowWasher™ by ITR and all its major components in advance to ensure the chosen locations are feasible and within the technical specifications. Consider the following factors to help you decide exactly where best to mount The WindowWasher™...
WindowWasher™ by ITR for containing any unexpected leakage. NOTICE If The WindowWasher™ by ITR is going to be mounted in the engine compartment, check for adequate ventilation. When the engine is running, this area could be under a negative pressure. Make sure the air intake and exhaust hoses have no leaks and are well-fastened to the heater, muffler and thru hull fitting.
Ensure that the exhaust tubing can be properly and safely routed to the outside. The maximum exhaust run for the system is 12’. Figure 2-1: Dimensions Procedure After choosing the mounting location for The WindowWasher™ by ITR: International Thermal Research...
Section 2, Mounting The WindowWasher™ by ITR Mount The WindowWasher™ by ITR horizontally and level. Secure The WindowWasher™ by ITR in place (against the wall, floor, or a mounting platform) using eight (8) x 1/4” through bolts using 1” diameter fender washers, lock washers and nuts (See Figure 2-2: Location of Mounting Brackets.).
Section Installing the Exhaust System Before You Begin For efficient and safe operation of The WindowWasher™ by ITR follow all recommendations for properly installing the exhaust. Any deviations from these must be approved in advance by ITR. Although the heater’s exhaust produces very low carbon...
• Ensure that the exhaust cannot be plugged or restricted. • The exhaust fitting on The WindowWasher™ by ITR is 1.5” O.D. and the exhaust pipe used must have a minimum of 1.5” I.D throughout its length. •...
The exhaust must be supported a minimum of every 3’ of its installed length. • The exhaust and The WindowWasher™ by ITR connection point must use appropriate clamps and sealing compound to ensure that the connections are tight and leak free. The WindowWasher™...
Secure both ends of the air-intake tubing with properly sized hose clamps to prevent air leaks. Make sure the air-intake and exhaust hoses have no leaks and are not touching each other. Figure 3-1: Installing the Exhaust System (Up Exhaust) The WindowWasher™ by ITR...
Any deviations from these recommendations must be approved in advance by ITR. Never use gasoline in The WindowWasher™ by ITR. Use only diesel ! DANGER I or diesel II fuel oil.
The fuel supply line should be installed with minimal rise pickup line from the main fuel tank. The from the fuel tank. In no event should The WindowWasher™ pickup must allow the by ITR be more than 60” above the fuel tank.
Install the inline fuel filter. The optimal location is on a compartment wall next to The WindowWasher™ by ITR, inline between the fuel tank and The WindowWasher™ by ITR. Connect the fuel line to the dedicated fitting on the main diesel fuel tank.
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Section 4, Installing the Fuel System The WindowWasher™ by ITR...
The WindowWasher™ by ITR and its electrical Control Board are pre-wired and have been thoroughly tested together as a unit. To review the wiring system for The WindowWasher™ by ITR, refer to the schematic in this Section 5, Figure 5-1: System Wiring.
• The other connection on the top right of The WindowWasher™ by ITR is a short four (4) wire remote operating panel cable with a four (4) pin connector. This connects to a matching 25’ connector cord that plugs directly into the Remote Operating Panel.
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Section 5, Wiring the Electrical System Doing either will severely damage The WindowWasher™ by ITR because it fails to automatically purge the combustion chamber. Such damage is detectable upon inspection and will not be covered under warranty. Always shut the system off using the normal system controls, after it has completed its purge.
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Section 5, Wiring the Electrical System The WindowWasher™ by ITR...
Section Plumbing the System Before You Begin For efficient and safe operation of The WindowWasher™ by ITR, follow all recommendations for properly installing the plumbing system. Any deviations from these must be approved in advance by ITR. 6.2 Plumbing Installation...
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The working pressure involving the limit of The WindowWasher™ by ITR tank is 150 psi. domestic water component of the distribution module •...
To install and connect The WindowWasher™ by ITR: The supply and return plumbing connections are on the front lower face of The WindowWasher™ by ITR and are 1/2” female NPT fittings. The supply input is labeled “Cold Water Inlet” and the hot water output is labeled “Hot Water Outlet”.
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The WindowWasher™ by ITR drain valve, open the highest hot water faucet in the domestic water system, open the valve to the cold water inlet to The WindowWasher™ by ITR and then allow to fill. Once the water is flowing in a steady stream from the hot water faucet, close the faucet.
WindowWasher™ by ITR This section describes the operation and maintenance of your new WindowWasher™ by ITR. The WindowWasher™ by ITR must be installed and connections NOTICE made in accordance with the recommendations in the Installation and Operating Manual prior to operating The WindowWasher™ by ITR.
WindowWasher™ by ITR will turn on after ten seconds. The Burner trapped air has LED on the Remote Operating Panel will turn ON when the diesel been bled. burner has been activated. The burner will continue to operate until the water in The WindowWasher™...
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When ON, indicates the diesel burner has been activated. AC Heat LED (Green) • Not used Service LED (Red) • When ON, indicates The WindowWasher™ by ITR has faulted. The specific fault can be identified by examining the WindowWasher™ Control Panel located WindowWasher™.
The Reset button when pressed resets the WindowWasher™ Control Board. Power LED (Green) • The Power LED (green) turns ON when the power to The WindowWasher™ by ITR Control Board is ON. The LED flashes when the WindowWasher™ is in bypass mode. The WindowWasher™ by ITR...
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Only personnel familiar with the equipment modules should perform the service tune-up. It is recommended that the dealer be contacted for this service or if not available, contact ITR for further instructions. International Thermal Research...
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• The domestic water mixing valve on the WindowWasher™ should be inspected every year and replaced if necessary. See the tag attached to the valve for additional instructions (see below).
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Section 7 , Operating the WindowWasher water flows when the lever is operated, replacement of the valve is required. TURN THE WATER HEATER “OFF” (see instruction manual) AND CALL A PLUMBER IMMEDIATELY. REINSPECTION OF T & P RELIEF VALVES: WARNING: Temperature and Pressure Relief Valves should be inspected AT LEAST ONCE...
• Protect The WindowWasher™ by ITR from cold temperatures and corrosion. • Note that any domestic water in The WindowWasher™ by ITR will freeze cold temperatures will damage components. The WindowWasher™ by ITR and all associated components must be completely drained of the domestic water and emptied before freezing temperatures are encountered.
Section Warranty And Service 8.1 Warranty Warranty cards must be filled in completely, signed by the Owner and Dealer and returned to ITR within 30 days of the date of the original installation. ITR warrants the HURRICANE®II/IIL/COMBI, SCH25, Water Heater...
• Removal and re-installation expenses of the “heater” unless specific written permission has been obtained from ITR. • Travel time and expenses incurred by an ITR dealer or other personnel to perform warranty related work on the “heater” International Thermal Research...
8.7 Returns To obtain warranty service, the owner must: • Provide a full description of the problem to your dealer and ITR. ITR will determine if the problem is covered under the ITR warranty. Installation Manual for WindowWasher by ITR...
8.8 Telephone Service There is no charge for help or service information given over the telephone or by fax. Any recommendation or advice from ITR or any of its employees, or Dealers, is given only in good faith as an accommodation to the customer.
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Section 8, Warranty PLEASE FILL OUT FOR YOUR OWN REFERENCE Installation Manual for WindowWasher by ITR...
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