Diesel fired continuous output window cleaning water heater (46 pages)
Summary of Contents for ITR WindowWasher
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from Calcutt Boats Installation and Operating Manual Diesel Fired Continuous Output Window Cleaning Water Heater...
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International Thermal Research and/or Calcutt Boats Ltd. Disclaimer: Due to our commitment for quality and ongoing product improvement, ITR & Calcutt Boats reserve the right to modify or change without notice, any materials, applications, equipment, accessories, and/or prices. All measurements and weights are approximate.
Table of Contents Section 1, Overview ............1 Unpacking the WindowWasher ...... 2 Protect Your Warranty ......... 2 The WindowWasher™ by ITR Features ... 3 Critical Factors ........... 4 Equipment, Tools and Skills......4 Testing and Inspection ........ 5 Section 2, Mounting the WindowWasher....... 7 Before You Begin ........
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Figure 3-1: Installing the Exhaust System ...... 14 Figure 5-1: System Wiring ........... 20 Figure 6-1: Plumbing Fittings ........23 Figure 7-1: The WindowWasher - Fittings....... 27 Figure 7-2: Remote Operating Panel......29 Figure 7-3: The WindowWasher - Control Panel....30 WindowWasher Installation Manual...
Section Section 1, Overview Thank you for purchasing The WindowWasher™ by ITR for the window cleaning trade. This section describes features of The WindowWasher™ by Some of the figures ITR and covers critical information you need to know before in this manual...
• To protect your Warranty. Protect Your Warranty 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 been installed according requirements and recommendations set out here.
LED indicators Control Panel diagnostics. o Patented, proprietary flame sensor. • The WindowWasher™ by ITR Remote Operating Panel with ON/OFF switch for the diesel burner and indicator LEDs operational diagnostic information. Critical Factors The key factors to keep in mind when planning and carrying...
1/4” supply and return fuel line, approved rubber or copper. • Domestic water hose and/or tubing to connect The WindowWasher™ by ITR hose fittings to the van water system. Testing and Inspection After all components have been properly installed according to standard practices, and the recommendations of this Installation and Operating Manual, The WindowWasher™...
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™...
The 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.
Section 2, Mounting the WindowWasher Isolate the unit in a closed compartment so that no air from the heater will infiltrate the vehicle cab. • Choose a sturdy surface in a location that won’t be unduly affected by vibration and the jarring of rough roads.
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 3, 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 Calcutt Boats or ITR.
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The combustion air-intake must use 100% outside air. Use an ITR-manufactured silencer; no other silencer is acceptable. Exhaust outlet is on the top of The WindowWasher™ by ITR, towards the back. The exhaust and outlet are HOT and the surrounding areas...
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. WindowWasher™ by ITR exhaust outlet pipe and the exhaust pipe itself must not be distorted or damaged during this process.
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 WindowWasher Installation Manual...
(38°C). Keep petrol and any equipment that uses petrol away from WindowWasher™ location. WindowWasher™ by ITR is not rated for use in an explosive environment. Never share the fuel supply to The WindowWasher™ by ITR ! WARNING with any other fuel-burning device.
In no event should The main fuel tank. The WindowWasher™ by ITR be more than 60” above the pickup must allow the fuel tank. heater to run out of fuel before the tank itself is empty.
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 WindowWasher Installation Manual...
To review the wiring system for The WindowWasher™ by ITR, refer to the schematic in this Section 5, Figure 5-1: System Wiring. All electrical connections and wiring must comply with...
The WindowWasher™ by ITR itself. It has no user adjustable components. What NOT to Do Never shut off The WindowWasher™ by ITR power via an NOTICE inline battery or master switch while the system is running. Never disconnect the battery when The WindowWasher™ by ITR is running, and never disconnect the battery while the inverter is charging.
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Section 3, Installing the Exhaust 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 WindowWasher Installation Manual...
Section 6, 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 Calcutt Boats or ITR.
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Section 6, Plumbing the System The plumbing installation should consider the following: • All fittings on The WindowWasher™ by ITR require NOTICE two wrenches when tightening. One wrench must All fittings on the be placed on the tank fitting and held in place to WindowWasher™...
To install and connect The WindowWasher™ by ITR and heater hose. 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 labelled “Cold Water Inlet” and the hot water output is labelled “Hot Water Outlet”.
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A suggested procedure for filling The WindowWasher™ by ITR is to close The WindowWasher™ by ITR drain valve, open the highest hot water fitting, open the valve to the cold water inlet to The WindowWasher™ by ITR and then allow to fill.
This section describes the operation and maintenance of your new WindowWasher™ by ITR. WindowWasher™ must installed NOTICE connections made in accordance with the recommendations in the Installation and Operating Manual prior to operating The WindowWasher™ by ITR. Figure 7-1: The WindowWasher - Fittings International Thermal Research...
ON/OFF of the diesel burner (primary heat source). When the burner switch is turned ON, WindowWasher the diesel portion of The WindowWasher™ by ITR will until it is filled turn on after ten seconds. The Burner LED on the...
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 WindowWasher™ Control Panel located on the WindowWasher™. There are three red and six green indicator LEDs on this panel.
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. WindowWasher Installation Manual...
Calcutt Boats or ITR for further instructions. As a general guide, the regular maintenance items such as the igniter, fuel nozzle, fuel filters (internal and external) and...
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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).
Protect the WindowWasher™ Protect The WindowWasher™ by ITR from temperature extremes and any dusty, dirty, corrosive environment. Protect The WindowWasher™ by ITR from cold temperatures and corrosion. Note that any water in The WindowWasher™ by ITR will freeze cold temperatures will damage components.
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Burner Starts but Flame Faults Fuel supply present and adequate? Air-intake or exhaust not blocked or obstructed? Air in fuel line (White smoke from exhaust)? Fuel filter (external) dirty? Component LEDs all glowing green on The WindowWasher™ Control Panel? WindowWasher Installation Manual...
(unless with prior written approval of Calcutt Boats or ITR) will be ineligible for warranty coverage. • Fill in the enclosed Warranty Card completely. It must be completed by the Owner and returned to Calcutt Boats within 30 days of the date of the original installation.
Owner’s Responsibilities If any warrantable failures occur before the expiration of the warranty, the Owner must give notice of such failures to ITR or to the authorized ITR dealer from which the Product was originally purchased, and obtain written approval for the warranty repair.
Troubleshooting section of the Owner’s Manual to determine if your problem is addressed. Also ensure you are familiar with the design and installation setup. When calling ITR or the Dealer with a service problem, have the following information ready at hand: •...
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Such service calls are at the Owner’s expense. Regardless, you must obtain written approval from ITR or the Dealer for any warranty repair before it is undertaken. All repairs done under warranty are subject to the terms and conditions of the flat-rate manual.
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There is no charge for help or service information given over the telephone or by fax or email. However, any informal advice or recommendation from ITR employees or Dealers is given only in good faith as an accommodation to the customer.
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