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POWER DIRECT VENT WATER HEATER
WARNING:
Improper installation, adjustment, altera-
tion, service, or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Refer to this
manual. For assistance or additional infor-
mation, consult a qualified installer, ser-
vice agency, or the gas utility.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
• Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapours and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• Installation and service must be per-
formed by a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas utility.
WARNING:
If the information in these instructions is
not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, per-
sonal injury or death.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do
not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas
supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Read these instructions thoroughly before starting
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions thoroughly before starting POWER DIRECT VENT WATER HEATER WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, altera- tion, service, or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional infor- mation, consult a qualified installer, ser- vice agency, or the gas utility. - Page 2 This page intentionally left blank. May be used for notes or to record other installation information. – 2 –...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS I) INTRODUCTION ......4 IV) LIGHTING & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..19 User Responsibilities Lighting Instructions (Robertshaw) II) SAFETY . -
Page 4: I) Introduction
Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER”... -
Page 5: Ii) Safety
Safety Warning (Flammable Vapours) Service to the Power Direct Vent System should only be performed by a qualified service technician. WARNING The manufacturer and seller of this water heater will not assume any liability for any property damage, personal injury or death resulting from improper sizing, installation or failure to comply with these instructions. -
Page 6: Relief Valve Requirements (T&P)
Relief Valve Requirements (T&P) IMPORTANT: All water heaters must be fitted with a proper temperature This water heater must be installed strictly in accordance and pressure relief valve. These valves must be certified with the instructions enclosed, and local electrical, fuel as meeting the requirements of the “Standard For Relief and building codes. -
Page 7: Clearances And Accessibility
• Gas Supply The water heater should be located in an area not sub- ject to freezing temperatures. Water heaters located in DANGER unconditioned spaces (i.e., attics, basements, etc.) may require insulation of the water piping and drain piping to protect against freezing. The drain and controls must be easily accessible for operation and service. -
Page 8: Gas Pressure
Venting 1. Install a readily accessible manual shut-off valve in the gas supply line as recommended by the local utility. The This water heater has a direct vent system in which all air owner/operator must be shown the location of this valve for combustion is taken from the outside atmosphere and all and be given instructions on how to use it to shut off the combustion products are discharged to the outdoors. -
Page 9: Vent Pipe Connection To Blower
LENGTH 1. Horizontal (2 Pipe) (air intake and exhaust vent) 50mm (2 in.) 15.2m (50 ft.) 15.2m (50 ft.) 4040SN-PDV 2. Vertical (2 Pipe) (air intake and exhaust vent) 76mm (3 in.) 30.5m (100 ft.) 30.5m (100 ft.) 3. Concentric Vent Termination (using Concentric Vent Kit 50mm (2 in.) -
Page 10: Vent Pipe Runs
Vent Pipe Runs Vent Pipe Termination WARNING This water heater includes one (1) pair of more restrictive Vent Termination Screens and one (1) pair of less restrictive This unit includes an air intake terminal and Vent Termination Screens. For safety and optimum efficien- an exhaust vent terminal. -
Page 11: Vent Terminal Installations
Vent Terminal Installations Side Wall Vent Terminal Installation Important: The vent system must terminate so that proper Important: When terminating the vent on a side wall, the clearances are maintained as cited in local codes or the following specifications pertaining to terminal location must latest edition of “Natural Gas and Propane Installation be followed (see Figure 7). -
Page 12: Concentric Vent Termination Kit Installation
Multiple Concentric Vent Installations ( 8 i n When two concentric vent kits are being installed, the vent 0 m m 2 0 3 . , 6 1 hood edges shall be either less than 50mm (2 in.) apart or M I N 2 5 m m i n . -
Page 13: Water Supply
Water Supply Closed System/Thermal Expansion Piping Installation COLD WATER SUPPLY TO FIXTURE HOT WATER Piping, fittings, and valves should be installed according to OUTLET the installation drawing (Figure 12). A pressure-reducing valve and/or an expansion tank may be required for installa- tions where the water pressure is high. -
Page 14: Temperature And Pressure (T&P) Relief Valve
• 5.6 litres (1.5 US gallons) for every 190 litres (50 US gallons) Must terminate a maximum of 300mm (12 in.) (Canada) of stored water and be rated at the working pressure of the or 150mm (6 in.) (U.S.A.) above the floor. •... -
Page 15: Resettable Lockout
Before plugging in the water heater, always make sure: • The voltage and frequency correspond to that specified on the water heater wiring diagram. • The electrical outlet has the proper overload fuse or breaker protection. • Fill the tank with water and check all connections for leaks. - Page 16 WARNING When the unit is plugged in, 120VAC is pres- ent at the electric connections of the gas control/thermostat. IGNITER PRESSURE SWITCH HIGH LIMIT SWITCH FLAME SENSOR BLOWER GAS VALVE EXTERNAL MONITOR LIGHT Figure 17. Wiring Diagram - Control (Robertshaw 2000N WDER Control) INLET PRESSURE PORT SAFETY COVER...
- Page 17 WARNING When the unit is plugged in, 120VAC is pres- ent at the electric connections of the gas control/thermostat. 3/4” NPT. WRAP GROUND TEMPERATURE WITH TEFLON TAPE CONNECTION INDICATORS (2 WRAPS MIN.) TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS MANIFOLD PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT (REMOVE CAP FOR ACCESS) GAS INLET OUTLET 1/2”...
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Page 18: Installation Checklist
Installation Checklist Vent Termination Water Heater Location Horizontal Centrally located with the water piping system. Located Correct relationship - air intake to exhaust vent. as close to gas piping and vent pipe system as possible. 305mm (12 in.) min. above grade/snow level. ... -
Page 19: Iv) Lighting & Operating Instructions
IV) LIGHTING & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Lighting Instructions (Robertshaw) FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE POUR VOTRE SÉCURITÉ, LISEZ AVANT OPERATING DE METTRE EN MARCHE WARNING: ATTENTION: If you do not follow these instructions Quiconque ne respecte pas à la lettre les exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property instructions dans la présente notice risque de damage, personal injury or loss of life. -
Page 20: First Lighting
First Lighting FLASH SEQUENCE SYSTEM STATUS CAUTION: Water Heater is in Stand-by Slow Flash Mode. Read before proceeding. If you do not follow Water Heater is in Heat these instructions exactly, a fire or explo- Fast Flash Mode. sion may result, causing property damage, Steady ON System Error;... - Page 21 In households with children, disabled or the elderly, select a lower temperature setting. Valves for reducing point–of–use temperature by mixing hot and cold water are available. Consult a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority. Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off, turn off the manual gas valve to the appliance.
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Page 22: Lighting Instructions (White-Rodgers)
Lighting Instructions (White-Rodgers) – 22 –... -
Page 23: Gas Control/Thermostat
The temperature of the water can be selected by using the CAUTION: temperature adjustment buttons on the front of the gas con- Read before proceeding. If you do not follow trol (see Figure 20) as follows: these instructions exactly, a fire or explo- 1. -
Page 24: Heater Shutdown
Heater Shutdown WARNING 1. Turn off all electrical power to the heater or unplug the Scald burns occur in under one second with power cord from the receptacle. 71°C (160°F) water, which this thermostat 2. Turn the manual gas supply valve to the water heater to will deliver if the temperature is set at “VERY the “OFF”... -
Page 25: System Error Codes
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION The self-diagnostic test found 1. Cycle power to the water heater “OFF” for 10 seconds and then Error 7 a problem with the gas valve back “ON”. driver circuit. 2. If the above step did not clear the error, the control must be replaced. -
Page 26: V) Operation
Burner Flames V) OPERATION WARNING TIPS MAY HAVE A YELLOW TINT Keep the area around the heater clear and unobstructed. YELLOW INNER INCORRECT CONES ARE FLAME LAZY SATISFACTORY YELLOW Water Heater Operation CORRECT FLAME Figure 21 shows the water heater's sequence of operation SOFT BLUE when a call for heat is initiated. -
Page 27: Condensation
High efficient energy saver water heaters will produce larger 2. Shut off the water supply and open a nearby hot water amounts of condensation on initial start-up or when a large faucet to depressurize the water tank. amount of hot water is being used. Do not confuse this with 3. -
Page 28: Vi) Maintenance
Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve VI) MAINTENANCE WARNING Draining and Flushing It is recommended that the tank be drained and flushed every 6 months to remove sediment that may build up dur- ing operation. The water heater should be drained if being shut down during freezing temperatures. -
Page 29: Vii) Combo Heating
VII) COMBO HEATING WARNING Keep the area around the heater clear and unobstructed. This section serves as a guide for the installation and use of “Combo” heating systems utilizing a domestic water heater that has been specifically approved for such use. It is written for those knowledgeable in the required trades and profes- sionals involved in the design and installation of Combo Heating Systems. -
Page 30: Installation
Installation The heating mode may be one of the following options: A. A fan coil/air handler (Figure 24). B. A hydronic baseboard (finned tube) loop/In floor heating (Figure 25). The following is a list of requirements for the installation of the heating loop to the water heater. -
Page 31: Viii) Troubleshooting Guide
VIII) TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Robertshaw 2000N WDER and White-Rodgers Intelli-Vent SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. No Power to unit. 1. Plug in power cord, check fuses/supply voltage. 2. Thermostat setting too low. 2. Increase thermostat temperature setting. 3. Defective air pressure 3. -
Page 32: Ix) Parts Reference Illustration
IX) PARTS REFERENCE ILLUSTRATION 3 in. to 2 in. reducer blower-air duct adapter Used with White-Rodgers control Used with Robertshaw control 1. Exhaust Vent 16. Air Intake 2. Blower 17. Flexible Manifold Tube 3. Cold Water Inlet Nipple 18. Viewport 4. -
Page 33: Limited Warranty
When referencing the water heater for service or warranty, please refer to the rating plate af xed to the unit. LIMITED WARRANTY The Serial Number contains the manufacture date information for the unit as follows: 9999 F999999 Example: 1005 F001234 Year of manufacture Manufactured in week 5 Week of manufacture... - Page 34 The unenforceability of any provision, in whole or in part, of this Certi cate shall not affect the remaining provisions. Any and all repair and/or replacement of part(s) or Unit are the sole and exclusive remedy avail- able against the Manufacturer. John Wood Water Heaters 599 Hill Street West Fergus, ON Canada N1M 2X1 Should you have any questions, please Visit us online at www.johnwoodwaterheaters.com, or...
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