Instruction Manual RESIDENTIAL GAS WATER HEATERS NOT FOR USE IN MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOMES GAMA certification applies to all residential gas water heaters with capacities of 20 to 100 gallons with input rating of 75,000 BTU/Hr. or less. ® C3 Technology Gas Water Heaters meet the new ®...
SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE Your safety and the safety of others is extremely important in the installation, use and servicing of this water heater. Many safety-related messages and instructions have been provided in this manual and on your own water heater to warn you and others of a potential injury hazard.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE ....... 2 Draft Hood Operation ............. 16 GENERAL SAFETY ..............3 Condensate .............. 16-17 TABLE OF CONTENTS .............. 4 Smoke/Odor ..............17 INTRODUCTION ................ 4 Thermal Expansion ............17 Preparing for the New Installation ........4 Strange Sounds ..............
TYPICAL INSTALLATION GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELS A Vent Pipe J Drip Leg (Sediment Trap) S Flue Baffle B Drafthood K Inner Door Thermostat C Anode L Outer door U Drain Valve D Hot Water Outlet M Union Pilot and Main Burner E Outlet...
TYPICAL INSTALLATION MIXING VALVE USAGE FIGURE 2. This appliance has been design certified as complying with American HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: National Standard/CSA Standard for water heaters and is considered suitable for: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will satisfy space heating, clothes washing, Water (Potable) Heating and Space Heating: All models are dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and permanently...
LOCATING THE NEW WATER HEATER FACTS TO CONSIDER ABOUT THE LOCATION being ignited, gasoline and other flammable substances should never be stored or used in the same vicinity or area containing a gas water heater or other open flame or spark producing appliance. Carefully choose an indoor location for the new water heater, because the placement is a very important consideration for the safety of the Also, the water heater must be located and/or protected so it is not...
Should you choose to apply an insulation blanket to this heater, you should follow these instructions (For identification of components mentioned below, see Figure 1). Failure to follow these instructions can restrict the air flow required for proper combustion, potentially resulting in fire, asphyxiation, serious personal injury or death.
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3. When communicating with the outdoors through horizontal ducts, unconfined space. The total input of all gas utilization equipment installed each opening shall have a minimum free area of 1 square inch per in the combined space shall be considered in making this determination. 2,000 Btu per hour (11 cm /kW)) of total input rating of all equipment Each opening shall have a minimum free area of one square inch per...
INSTALLING THE NEW WATER HEATER WATER PIPING As water is heated, it expands (thermal expansion) and closed systems do not allow for the expansion of heated water. The water within the water heater tank expands as it is heated and increases the pressure of the water system.
Figure 9 shows the typical attachment of the water piping to the water The valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure not to exceed heater. The water heater is equipped with 3/4 inch NPT water the marked hydrostatic working pressure of the water heater (150 psi = 1,035 kPa) and a discharge capacity not less than the water connections.
FIGURE 10. FILLING THE WATER HEATER To insure proper venting of this gas-fired water heater, the correct vent pipe diameter must be utilized. Any additions or deletions of other gas appliances on a common vent with this water heater may adversely affect the operation of the water heater.
There must be a minimum of 6 inches (153 mm) clearance between If the main gas line Shut-off serving all gas appliances is used, also single wall vent pipe and any combustible material. Fill and seal any turn “off” the gas at each appliance. Leave all gas appliances shut clearance between single wall vent pipe and combustible material with “off”...
Use pipe joint compound or teflon tape marked as being resistant to the (3.5 kPa). It shall be isolated from the gas supply piping system by action of petroleum [Propane (L.P.)] gases. closing its individual manual Shut-off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than The appliance and its gas connection must be leak tested before placing 1/2 pound per square inch (3.5 kPa).
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. BEFORE OPERATING: ENTIRE SYSTEM MUST BE FILLED WITH WATER AND AIR PURGED FROM ALL LINES A.
TEMPERATURE REGULATION NOTE: A water temperature range of 120°F-140°F (49°C-60°C) is Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water recommended by most dishwasher manufacturers. temperature in certain situations may vary up to 30F° (16.7 C°) higher or lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at its lowest sink, etc.
OPERATIONAL CONDITIONS Because of the suddenness and amount of water, condensation water may be diagnosed as a “tank leak”. After the water in the tank warms up (about 1-2 hours), the condition should disappear. SMELLY WATER Do not assume the water heater is leaking until there has been enough In each water heater there is installed at least one anode rod (see time for the water in the tank to warm up.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE VENTING SYSTEM INSPECTION You should check for sooting. Soot is not normal and will impair proper combustion. Soot build-up indicates a problem that requires correction before further use. Turn “OFF” gas to water heater and leave off until repairs are made, because failure to correct the cause of the sooting can result in a fire causing death, serious injury, or property damage.
If after manually operating the valve, it fails to completely reset and INSTALLED IN SUITABLE AREA: To insure sufficient ventilation and continues to release water, immediately close the cold water inlet to combustion air supply, proper clearances from the water heater must the water heater, follow the draining instructions, and replace the be maintained.
SERVICE 8. Follow the lighting instructions in the “Lighting” section to restart the water heater. If a condition persists or you are uncertain about the operation of the water heater contact a service agency. Use this guide to check a “Leaking” water heater. Many suspected “Leakers”...
REPAIR PARTS LIST Key No. Part Description Burner Assembly Burner Head Burner Orifice Burner Tube Pilot Assembly Inner Door Inner Door Gasket Flue Baffle Flue Restrictor Drafthood Air Intake Screen Inlet Tube Gas Control Valve Drain Valve Drain Valve Washer Outer Door (may appear different than shown) Piezo Ignitor Generator Piezo Ignitor Bracket...
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES These guidelines should be utilized by a qualified service agent. When calling for service notify the service agent that this is a “Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistant” Product. Problem Cause Solution Improperly sealed, hot or cold supply connection, Tighten threaded connections. relief valve, drain valve, or thermostat threads.