Owner’s Manual 3 and 4 Star Gas Storage Water Heaters Models: 3 Star 4 Star 135RAD3N 135RAD4N 135RAD3L 135RAD4L 170RAD3N 170RAD4N 170RAD3L 170RAD4L Installation Details Owner’s Information Warranty For advice, repairs and service, call: 1300 365 115 (Australia) 0800 729 389 (New Zealand)
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Owner’s Manual – Gas Storage Installation Details Pool Heating Outdoor Tank Installation This water heater must not be used for The water heater must be installed pool heating. outdoors, with the minimum clearances as shown in the figure below. Installation Requirements This water heater must be installed by a licensed tradesperson, and in accordance with:...
Owner’s Manual – Gas Storage Plumbing Connections the water heater for clearance above to direction in a frost-free ambient position replace the anode. with the discharge end left open to atmosphere permanently. A properly drained overflow tray must be used where property damage The PTR Valve is not intended to enable could occur from water spillage.
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Owner’s Manual – Gas Storage Plumbing Connections Cold Water Connection Hot Water Connection It is mandatory to fit the following items The hot water line should be connected between the supply main and the to the “OUTLET” socket on the tank. RP¾"/20mm socket in the water heater.
Owner’s Manual – Gas Storage Gas Connections Refer to the Data Label for correct gas type. Gas piping should be connected through the side of the case (see figure below). The plastic grommet must be installed around the pipe and clipped into the case.
Owner’s Manual – Gas Storage Commissioning Adjustments Note: Commissioning adjustments Note: It is not possible to depress must be done only by a licensed the knob fully if the gas control has tradesperson. activated its safety shut-off feature. In this case, wait 60 seconds for the Lighting the Water Heater gas control to reset.
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Owner’s Manual – Gas Storage Commissioning Adjustments may already be at the selected connecting a water manometer or temperature. equivalent to the test point nipple. The Warning: Do not attempt to light if test point pressure must comply the pilot is out and the knob is in the with the value on the Data Label.
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Owner’s Manual – Gas Storage Commissioning Adjustments Note: Pressure adjustments at gas cylinder regulator should be conducted as required to ensure correct supply pressure to water heater as per AS5601/AG601. Ignition System (Spark Gap) If there is no spark or the spark looks weak, adjust as follows: 1.
Owner’s Manual – Gas Storage Owner’s Information Safety Water Quality This appliance is not intended for use Your Dux water heater has been by persons (including children) with manufactured to suit water conditions of reduced physical, sensory or mental most Australian metropolitan supplies. capabilities, or lack of experience and Please note that harsh water supplies knowledge, unless they have been given...
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Owner’s Manual – Gas Storage Owner’s Information How Long Will The Heater Run Important: there are no user Each Day? serviceable components in the The length of time that the heater will run system. Only an authorised service each day will vary dependent upon the representative is permitted to remove any covers or make setting amount of hot water being used by the...
Owner’s Manual – Gas Storage System Maintenance How Does My System Work? Six Monthly Service – By Owner The Dux water storage tank is used Operate the Pressure & Temperature to store the heated water ready Relief Valve for approximately 10 seconds for household use.
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Owner’s Manual – Gas Storage System Maintenance v. Gently operate the Pressure & Temperature Relief Valve to let air into the heater and allow water to escape through the hose. vi. Flush the heater until clear water appears then reconnect all fittings, fill the heater and restore the gas supply.
Owner’s Manual – Gas Storage Troubleshooting What Should I Check Before Insufficient Hot Water Making A Service Call? • Is the Pressure & Temperature Relief If there is not enough hot water, it is Valve discharging too much water? recommended that the following points •...
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Owner’s Manual – Gas Storage Troubleshooting • Replace faulty tap washers and have your plumber rectify any leaking pipe work. H3958 026271 Rev. A...
Dux will provide Replacement Guarantee a free replacement hot water unit at the nearest approved Dux agent All Radiant water heaters manufactured or Dux office to the owner’s home. and sold after 1 January 2012 are Under this replacement guarantee,...
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Owner’s Manual – Gas Storage Warranty which may have arisen as a result must be read subject to such legislation of, without limitation, the following: and nothing in this Warranty has accidental damage, abuse, misuse, the effect of excluding, restricting or maltreatment, abnormal stress or strain, modifying those rights.
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Owner’s Manual – Gas Storage Warranty • Proof of Purchase; or any other consequential loss either directly or indirectly due to defects • Date of Installation; of any kind in a Unit will only be met • Contact Details; by Dux where the damage could be considered reasonably foreseeable.
Owner’s Manual – Gas Storage Other Information Product Warranty is applicable only in Australia and New Zealand. See page 16 for terms of warranty. Privacy Act Amendment (2000): If and whenever warranty service is required, your personal details will be given to an Authorised Dux Service Agent only for the express purpose of carrying out the arranged warranty service work agreed by you the client and Dux Manufacturing Limited.
Owner’s Manual – Gas Storage 3 and 4 Star Gas Storage Water Heaters For advice, repairs and service, call: 1300 365 115 (Australia) 0800 729 389 (New Zealand) Please Register Your Water Heater Please take a moment to fill out your details for warranty registration at: www.dux.com.au/warranty or use your smartphone to scan this code:...