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RESIDENTIAL POWER VENT GAS-FIRED WATER HEATERS
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
UG50-65(-59) Model
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE BEGINNING THE INSTALLATION. PROPER
INSTALLATION WILL PROVIDE SAFE AND EFFICIENT SERVICE, AND AVOID NEEDLESS EXPENSE NOT
COVERED BY THE WARRANTY. READ THE PRODUCT WARRANTY CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL AND
REMEMBER TO FILL OUT AND RETURN TO THE MANUFACTURER ALL RELEVANT WARRANTY CARDS
AND CERTIFICATES. SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL DEALER
OR REFER TO THE GETTING SERVICE FOR YOUR WATER HEATER SECTION OF THIS MANUAL.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCES.
For your records, write the model and serial number here:
Model # ________________________________
Serial # _________________________________
54000012
© 2012 Giant Factories Inc. Printed in Canada
(EQUIPPED WITH FVIR TECHNOLOGY)
OWNER'S MANUAL
IMPORTANT
This water heater IS NOT design certified for
installation in a manufactured (mobile) home or
for installation outdoors.
If the information in these instructions is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal
injury, or death.
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapours and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
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.
• From a neighbour's phone, immediately
call your gas supplier. Follow the gas
supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by
a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas
supplier.
ISO 9001
ENREGISTRÉ
ISO 9001
REGISTRED
GI-IM015En-1112
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- Page 1 OR REFER TO THE GETTING SERVICE FOR YOUR WATER HEATER SECTION OF THIS MANUAL. ISO 9001 SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCES. ENREGISTRÉ For your records, write the model and serial number here: Model # ________________________________ ISO 9001 REGISTRED Serial # _________________________________ 54000012 © 2012 Giant Factories Inc. Printed in Canada GI-IM015En-1112...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Information ... . . 3 Wiring ....Installation Instructions ..4 Installation Checklist . -
Page 3: Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety and the safety of others is extremely important during the installation, opera- tion, and servicing of this water heater. Many safety-related messages have been provided in this manual and on your water heater. Always read and obey all safety messages. These messages will point out the potential hazard, tell you how to reduce the risk of injury, and tell you what will happen if the instructions are not followed. -
Page 4: Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT These instructions have been written as a guide for the proper installation and operation of your water heater, and the manufacturer of this water heater will not accept any liability where these instructions have not been fol- lowed. -
Page 5: Requirements For Unconfined Spaces
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Combustion and ventilation air requirements are deter- within two (2) feet horizontally from the burner level of mined by where the water heater is to be located. the appliance having the largest input. Water heaters are installed in either open (unconfined) Figure 3 spaces or smaller (confined) spaces, such as closets or small rooms. -
Page 6: Louvers And Grilles
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS A) When communicating directly with the outdoors, Figure 5 each opening shall have a minimum free area of one (1) square inch per 4,000 BTUH (5.5 cm /kW) of the total input rating of all gas appliances in the enclosure (see Figure 5). -
Page 7: Venting
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Venting According to the CAN/CSA-B149, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, plastic vent systems installed in Canada must be certified to the STANDARD FOR TYPE BH GAS VENTING SYSTEMS, ULC S636. When installing the venting system, make sure to Components of the certified vent system must not be follow all local codes or, in the absence of local interchanged with other vent systems or unlisted pipe/... -
Page 8: Through-The-Roof Venting Installation
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS When the installation is completed, the vent terminal 5) Apply a thin coat of cement to the fitting, avoiding pud- must be a minimum of two (2) inches (5.1 cm) from the dling inside. exterior surface of the wall (see Figure 8). Make sure 6) Apply a liberal coat of cement to the vent pipe, leaving that all piping is properly braced. - Page 9 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Figure 9 Canadian Installations U.S. Installations The Vent Termination must have a: Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck or balcony. 12 inches (30 cm) 12 inches (30 cm) Clearance to window or door that may be opened. 12 inches (30 cm) * * * Clearance to outside corner.
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Page 10: Temperature & Pressure-Relief Valve
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Temperature and Pressure-Relief Valve sure of the water heater (150 psi = 1,035 kPa) and a BTUH rating equal to or greater than the input rating, as shown on the water heater rating plate. It should never be plugged or removed from the opening marked for it on DO NOT plug the temperature and pressure- the water heater. -
Page 11: Pressure Build-Up In A Water System
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Gas Connections cm) and not more than twelve (12) inches (30.5 cm) above a floor drain. • Must not be restricted in any way. Do not thread, cap, or in any way restrict the end of this outlet. DO NOT attempt to use this water heater with any gas other than the type of gas shown on •... -
Page 12: Installation Instructions For Water Heaters Approved For Space Heating And Potable Water Heating
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS piping system and the end of the pipe sealed with a mature failure of the heater due to expansion of the female cap. If the testing is to be undertaken at a test water during the heating cycle. pressure less than psi (3.5 kPa), the gas supply 7) Before acquisition of a water heater for space... - Page 13 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Figure 11 Exhaust Vent Hot water Cold water supply to house to water heater Check Circulation valve Pump Water heater Air handler Wiring Diagram Figure 12 Blower Unit White Hot Surface Igniter White Évent Green Black Flame Sensor Eau chaude 1 2 3 Green...
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Page 14: Installation Checklist
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Checklist Location • Is the water heater located within the venting requirements and close to the main use of hot water? . . • Is the water heater protected from freezing temperatures? ........•... -
Page 15: Operating Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Lighting the Water Heater DO NOT light this water heater if: Before lighting or re-lighting your water heater, make sure that you have read • It is not full of water. and understood all of the instructions • The gas supplied does not match the type and warnings in this manual and on listed on the rating plate. -
Page 16: Water Temperature Regulation
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Water Temperature Regulation 2. If this is the first time that the control has been used, the leftmost green indi- cator will be illuminated, indicating the water tem- The higher the setting, the greater the risk of perature setting of approx- scalding. -
Page 17: Out Of Fuel
GENERAL MAINTENANCE use. This will reduce the risk of scalding-related injury. the exterior casing of the water heater. The FV sen- The gas control valve pictured in this manual sor is protected from shock and contaminants by a is equipped with a single-use type automatic high tem- robust plastic cover. -
Page 18: Burner Ignitor Assembly
GENERAL MAINTENANCE Due to the high-efficiency rating of this gas-fired Anode rods water heater, it may produce more condensation than This water heater is equipped with two (2) anode rods that older models. Condensation forming on the flue tube are designed to prolong the life of the glass-lined tank. will drop on the burner making a “sizzling”... -
Page 19: Vacation
GENERAL MAINTENANCE 2) If the solution listed in the Troubleshooting Guide 4) Connect one end of a garden hose to the water heater drain valve and put the other next to a free-flowing does not solve the problem or if your particular prob- drain. -
Page 20: Replacement Parts
REPLACEMENT PARTS Complete blower assembly ID No. Description Gas control valve Flammable vapour sensor Protective Cover Ignitor assembly Complete burner assembly Inner access door kit Outer access door Resettable thermal switch Drain valve Overflow tube Dip-tube 2 Magnesium anode rods Temperature &... -
Page 21: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Disconnect the electrical power before servicing the water heater. Service should only be performed by a qualified service technician. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury and/or death. CONDITION (code#) CAUSE REMEDY An open earth ground circuit to the igni- 1) Check that the earth ground conductor is properly connected at the fuse box or breaker panel tion. - Page 22 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE CONDITION CAUSE REMEDY The burner will not ignite. No gas. Check with gas utility company. Dirt in gas line. Notify utility company. Install drip leg in gas line. Combustion air intake holes blocked. With a vacuum cleaner, remove dirt, dust and lint. Main burner line clogged.
- Page 23 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE CONDITION CAUSE REMEDY Leaking water. Poorly sealed, hot or cold water connec- Tighten threaded connections. tions, gas control valve threads, relief valve or drain valve. Leakage from plumbing system or other Inspect plumbing system and other appliances. appliances. Refer to Condensation.