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Heat Transfer Phoenix Installation & Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 • Installation • Operation • Maintenance © 2007 Heat Transfer Products, Inc.
  • Page 2 WARNINGS WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any property damage, personal injury or loss of life. other appliance.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Part 2 – How The Phoenix Operates........

  • Page 4: Part 1 - Product And Safety Information

    PRODUCT AND SAFETY INFORMATION PART 1: PRODUCT AND SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING WARNING Failure to adhere to the guidelines on this page Installer — Read all instructions in this manual, can result in severe personal injury, death or and the Venting section, before installing. substantial property damage.

  • Page 5: Part 2 - How The Phoenix Operates

    It is very important that the condensate line is sloped away from the water heater and down to a suitable inside drain. If the condensate outlet on the Phoenix is lower than the drain, you must use a condensate removal pump (kit p/n 554200 available from Heat Transfer Products, Inc.) A condensate neutralizer, if required by local authorities can be made...

  • Page 6: Part 3: Prepare Water Heater Location

    3. The Phoenix gas control system components are protected from dripping or spraying water or rain during operation or service. 4. If the Phoenix Water Heater is to replace an existing water heater, check for and correct any existing system problems such as:...

  • Page 7: Clearances For Service Access

    ANSI Z223.1, paragraph 5.1.9: • Place the Phoenix with a minimum of 18 inches above the floor of the garage to the bottom of the heater to ensure the burner and ignition devices will be no less than 18 inches above the floor.

  • Page 8: Prevent Combustion Air Contamination

    The intake and exhuast venting methods are detailed in the Venting Section. Do not attempt to install the Phoenix Water Heater using any other venting means. Be sure to locate the Phoenix such that the air intake and exhaust vent piping can be routed through the building and prop- erly terminated outdoors.

  • Page 9: Water Chemistry

    PREPARATION PART 3: PREPARE WATER HEATER LOCATION (CONTINUED) each appliance remaining connected to the common venting system placed in operation, while the other appliances remaining connected to the common venting system are not in operation. a. Seal any unused openings in the common venting system. b.

  • Page 10: Temperature And Pressure Relief Valve

    PREPARATION PART 3: PREPARE WATER HEATER LOCATION (CONTINUED) water's pH. The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14. Water with a pH of 7.0 is considered neutral. Water with a pH lower than 7 is considered acidic. Water with a pH higher than 7 is considered alkaline. A neutral pH (around 7) is desirable for most potable water applications.
  • Page 11 The domestic water connections must be installed in accordance to all local and national plumbing codes, or any applicable standard which prevails. The inlet and outlet ports of the Phoenix are 1" on 55 gallon models. On the 80 and 119 gallon models, the inlet and outlet ports are 1 ½". On the cold inlet, (bottom left), install a 1"...
  • Page 12 PREPARATION PART 3: PREPARE WATER HEATER LOCATION (CONTINUED) WARNING Never connect auxiliary connections to any system that uses glycol or other solutions formulated for hydronic systems. These auxiliary connections are to be used only in a potable water system. Failure to follow this warning could result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 13: Expansion Tank

    NOTES: 1. Minimum pipe size should match connection size on Phoenix. If you require greater flow, upsize the pipe accordingly. 2. A Thermal Expansion tank suitable for potable water must be sized and installed within this piping system between the backflow preventer and the cold water inlet of the Phoenix.
  • Page 14 NOTES: 1. Minimum pipe size should match connection size on Phoenix. If you require greater flow, upsize the pipe accordingly. 2. A Thermal Expansion tank suitable for potable water must be sized and installed within this piping system between the check valve and the cold water inlet of the Phoenix.
  • Page 15 PREPARATION REVERSE MANIFOLD AND PIPING DIAGRAM FOR PHOENIX EXPANSION TANK BACKFLOW PREVENTER SHUT-OFF BALL VALVE COLD WATER COLD WATER COLD HOT WATER HOT WATER HOT WATER CHECK VALVE HOT WATER OUTLET AUXILIARY CIRCULATOR CONNECTION (SEE NOTE 4) NOTES: 1. Minimum pipe size should match connection size on Phoenix.
  • Page 16 NOTES: 1. Minimum pipe size should match connection size on Phoenix. If you require greater flow, upsize the pipe accordingly. 2. A Thermal Expansion tank suitable for potable water must be sized and installed within this piping system between the check valve and the cold water inlet of the Phoenix.

  • Page 17: Part 4: Prepare Water Heater

    Phoenix from the gas line to continue leak testing. In order to do this, you must turn off the factory and field-installed gas cocks. This will minimize the possibility of damaging the Phoenix gas valve.

  • Page 18: Gas Table

    14" WC during stand-by (static) mode and while in operating (dynamic) mode at full output. If an in- line regulator is used, it must be a minimum of 10 feet from the Phoenix. It is very important that the gas line is properly purged by the gas supplier or utility. Failure to properly purge the lines or improper line sizing, will result in ignition failure.

  • Page 19: Dungs Gas Valve

    A. INSTALLING EXHAUST VENT AND INTAKE AIR VENT DANGER The Phoenix must be vented as detailed in Venting section. Ensure the exhaust and intake piping comply with these instructions regarding vent system. Inspect finished combustion air intake and exhaust piping thoroughly to ensure all joints are well secured and airtight and comply with all applicable code requirements, as well as with the instructions provided in this manual.

  • Page 20: General

    VENTING PART 5: VENTING, COMBUSTION AIR & CONDENSATE REMOVAL (CONTINUED) B. GENERAL WARNING This vent system will operate with a positive pressure in the pipe. Do not connect vent connectors serving appliances vented by natural draft into any portion of mechanical draft systems operating under positive pressure.
  • Page 21 VENTING PART 5: VENTING, COMBUSTION AIR & CONDENSATE REMOVAL (CONTINUED) venting systems. c. This water heater vent system shall terminate at least 3 feet (0.9 m) above any forced air intake located within 10 ft (3 m). Note: this does not apply to the combustion air intake of a direct- vent appliance.
  • Page 22 VENTING PART 5: VENTING, COMBUSTION AIR & CONDENSATE REMOVAL (CONTINUED) Location of exit terminals of mechanical draft and direct-vent venting systems. (Reference: National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 2002). Fig. 5-1 Fig. 5-2 Multiple Vent Spacing* *Note: Exhaust must extend out 1 foot Figure 5-4 Multiple Water Heater Installations Fig.

  • Page 23: Exhaust Vent And Intake Air Vent Sizing

    VENTING PART 5: VENTING, COMBUSTION AIR & CONDENSATE REMOVAL (CONTINUED) E. EXHAUST VENT AND INTAKE AIR VENT SIZING 1. The exhaust and intake vent size is 2" for the PH100 and PH130 and 3" for the PH199. 2. The total combined equivalent length of exhaust vent and intake air pipe should not exceed 85 feet.

  • Page 24: Exhaust Vent And Intake Air Pipe Installation

    VENTING PART 5: VENTING, COMBUSTION AIR & CONDENSATE REMOVAL (CONTINUED) b. Transitions should always be made in vertical sections of pipe to prevent the condensate from pooling in the vent pipe. Table 5-6: Vent Run Transition Vent Reducing Vent Connection Coupling Transition 2"...

  • Page 25: Water Heater Removal From A Common Vent System

    Inc.) A condensate filter, if required by local authorities can be made up of lime crystals, marble or phosphate chips that will neutralize the condensate. This can be done in the field by the installer or you may purchase one from Heat Transfer Products, Inc. (P/N N1100) It is also very important that...
  • Page 26 The pump should have an overflow switch to prevent property damage from condensate spillage. Condensate from the Phoenix will be slightly acidic (typically with a pH from 3.2 to 4.5). Install a neutralizing filter if required by local codes.

  • Page 27: Diagrams For Venting

    VENTING I. DIAGRAMS FOR VENTING SIDEWALL VENTING WITH TEE (INTAKE) AND SIDEWALL VENTING WITH KIT COUPLING (EXHAUST) EXTERIOR WALL EXTERIOR WALL VENT KIT PART# V500 - 2" V1000 - 3" V2000 - 4" EXHAUST 1" MIN. 12" MIN. EXHAUST INTAKE SUPPORT BRACKETS MUST BE USED ON ALL HORIZONTAL...

  • Page 28: Part 6. Start-Up Procedure

    1. Turn on all electric power to appliance. Make sure tank is full with cold water and purge all piping. To assure adequate purging, open all hot water faucets. 2. Adjust the temperature setpoint of the Phoenix if desired. The factory default setting is 119°. If changes are ncessary follow “Overall Appliance and Control Operation” in this section.

  • Page 29: Status Menu

    Phoenix Water Heater and the Combustion Settings. Automatic modulation does not take place when the controller is in Test mode, only temperature limitation based on the Phoenix set point. The user will be allowed to increase or decrease the fan speed by pressing in either the { S 1/- or { S 2/+} keys.

  • Page 30: Maintenance

    (CONTINUED) WARNING Do not do a gas conversion on this water heater without an officially approved conversion kit and instructions supplied by Heat Transfer Products, Inc. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury. Fig. 6-1 COMBUSTION SETTINGS...

  • Page 31: Internal Wiring

    WIRING PART 6. START-UP PROCEDURE (CONTINUED) F. INTERNAL WIRING Phoenix Connector Diagram...

  • Page 32: Part 7: Shutdown

    PART 8: TROUBLESHOOTING A. PHOENIX ERROR CODE An error code may occur in the installation of the Phoenix. This condition may lead to a lock out condition of { S 4/RESET} the controller, which will need to be manually reset through the button.
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING PART 8: TROUBLESHOOTING (CONTINUED) WARNING When servicing or replacing any components of this water heater be certain that: • The gas is off. • All electrical power is disconnected DANGER When servicing or replacing components that are in direct contact with the heater water, be certain that: •...
  • Page 34 Table for Supply Temperature Code Description Duration Corrective Action Sensor Combustion Fan 1. Check the combustion air Phoenix Resistance Table for Speed Low. fan wiring. Supply Temperature Sensor The combustion 60 Sec. 2. Replace the combustion air air fan speed High/Low Temp.
  • Page 35 Switch should be closed at this point, if not, replace switch. limit exceeded (194°) 2. If unit did reset successfully, let the PHOENIX run and go into the status menu to check the upper and lower temperature sensor. If either reading displayed does not make sense, check appropriate sensor with ohmmeter.
  • Page 36 LOW WATER CUT-OFF UPPER TEMP SENSOR LOWER TEMP SENSOR LINE INTAKE COLD WATER EXHAUST INLET VENT AUXILIARY CONNECTION CONDENSATE LINE PHOENIX WATER HEATER DIMENSIONS MODEL GALLONS PH-55 23" 52" 45" 5" 13-1/4" 9-3/4" 6" 3-7/8" 45" 36" 13" 45" PH-80 23"...
  • Page 37 TROUBLESHOOTING LP-179-J 4/9/08...
  • Page 38 TROUBLESHOOTING LP-179-H REV. 4/9/08...
  • Page 39 TROUBLESHOOTING...
  • Page 40 TROUBLESHOOTING...
  • Page 41 MAINTENANCE NOTES...
  • Page 42 MAINTENANCE NOTES...
  • Page 43 MAINTENANCE NOTES...
  • Page 44 © 2008, 2007 Heat Transfer Products, Inc. www.htproducts.com LP-179 REV. 4/5/08...
  • Page 45 SOLAR SUPPLEMENT • Installation • Operation • Maintenance The solar energy system described in this manual, when properly installed and maintained, meets the minimum standards established by the SRCC. This certification does not imply endorsement or warranty of this product by SRCC.

  • Page 46: Installation Manual

    Collector Sensor Placement Part 3 - Phoenix Solar Water Heater Installation....... 8-17...

  • Page 47: Part 1: Product And Safety Information

    LOCAL INSTALLATION REGULATION Installation of the Phoenix Solar Water Heater may be governed by individual local rules and regu- lations for this type of product, which must be observed. Always use the latest edition of codes. The...

  • Page 48: Part 2: General Information

    The solar collector is the engine of the Phoenix Solar System. When the sun is shining, the heat ener- gy is absorbed by the solar collector and transferred to the HTF ( Heat Transfer Fluid) circulating through the solar collector.

  • Page 49: Solar Piping Connection

    The differential controller uses 10k ohm thermistors or 1k RTDs, depending on the contoller model, to monitor the temperature difference between the collector and the Phoenix Solar Water Heater The controller turns on when the collector is 12–20° F above tank temperature and turns off when the dif-...

  • Page 50: General Solar Panel Orientation

    Installation Manual PART 2: GENERAL INFORMATION (CONT’D) GENERAL SOLAR PANEL ORIENTATION Part of the performance of your solar water heater for optimal efficiency is based on the correct ori- entation of the solar panels. The collector should be mounted as close to the storage tank as possi- ble to minimize heat loss in the piping runs.

  • Page 51: Collector Loop Pipe Insulation

    Installation Manual PART 2: GENERAL INFORMATION (CONT’D) Preserving the integrity of the roof membrane is the most important roofing consideration. Ensure that all roof penetrations required to plumb and mount the solar collector are properly flashed and sealed in accordance with standard roofing practices. Tremco “POLYroof” is the rec- ommended elastomer for sealing roof penetrations.

  • Page 52: Collector Sensor Placement

    Installation Manual PART 2: GENERAL INFORMATION (CONT’D) lectors to avoid leaks and fluid loss. Use only lead-free solder. Engelhard Silvabrite 100 or equal is required. Use of 50/50 lead solder is expressly prohibited. Use of galvanized steel, CPVC, PVC, or any other type of plastic pipe is prohibited.

  • Page 53: Part 3: Phoenix Solar Water Heater Installation

    Hot and Cold. It is recommend that unions or flexible copper connectors be used so heater can be easily serviced. Install a shut-off valve in the cold feed near the Phoenix Solar Water Heater to isolated the tank for future service.
  • Page 54 Installation Manual PART 3: PHOENIX SOLAR WATER HEATER INSTALLATION (CONT’D) copper and brass fittings in plumbing the solar storage tank and expansion tank. The use of galva- nized fittings, nipples, di-electric unions, CPVC, PVC or other plastic pipe is prohibited.

  • Page 55: Solar Heat Exchanger Piping

    5°-12° warmer than the water in the collector supply line. Compare the temperature readings in the two line thermometers . The ¾" cold water supply line to the Phoenix Solar Storage Tank must be insulated with a minimum 7/8" x 1/2" pipe insulation to a minimum dis- tance of 5' behind the storage tank, or to the wall if closer than 5'.
  • Page 56 Circulates the HTF fluid form the Solar Collector into the SuperStor Solar Exchanger. 14. Drain Valve (Tank) (Valve #14) Used to flush sediment which may accumulate on the bottom of the Phoenix Solar Water Heater and also provide a means of draining the tank.
  • Page 57 90/10 copper nickel for superior corrosion resistance and long term reliability. 18. Hot Water Outlet Each Phoenix Solar Water Heaters has a hot water dip tube outlet which draws water from the very top of the heater. This helps to keep the heat trapped inside the highly insulated storage tank.

  • Page 58: Phoenix Solar Piping With Air Handler

    Installation Manual PART 3: PHOENIX SOLAR WATER HEATER INSTALLATION (CONT’D) PHOENIX SOLAR PIPING WITH AIR HANDLER SOLAR AIR RELEASE VENT PHOENIX SOLAR PIPING WITH AIR HANDLER SOLAR COLLECTOR SENSOR CIRCULATOR (see note 7) SOLAR COLLECTOR HANDLER * HECK WITH AIR HANDLER...

  • Page 59: Tank Control

    Installation Manual PART 3: PHOENIX SOLAR WATER HEATER INSTALLATION (CONT’D) TANK CONTROL Insert the solar sensor SENSOR INSTALLATION control into the con- trol well provided in the front of the water heater. Additional equipment may be needed in order to wire the control to the e x i s t i n g s y s t e m .
  • Page 60 Installation Manual PART 3: PHOENIX SOLAR WATER HEATER INSTALLATION (CONT’D) Pressure Drop Pressure Drop Solar Heat Exchanger / Boiler Back-up Solar Heat Exchanger Models SE/SB Phoenix Solar Models Flow in Gallons per Minute Gallons per Minute Fig. 3-5 LP-200-L REV. 6/15/07 The above chart represents the pressure drop through the solar heat exchanger at different flow rates.

  • Page 61: Charging The System

    (generally in the range of 25 PSI). To more accurately calculate the proper pressure, measure the height of the solar collector above the Phoenix Solar Tank and divide this number by 2.31, then add 20 PSI to this number.

  • Page 62: Part 4: Maintenance

    Installation Manual PART 3: PHOENIX SOLAR WATER HEATER INSTALLATION (CONT’D) recommended that the storage tank high limit set point is not set any lower the 160° F . A lower set point could lower the performance of the solar water heater and could cause over heating of the collector system.

  • Page 63: Estimate Life Of Components

    Installation Manual PART 4: MAINTENANCE (CONT’D) a day to cool off the storage tank at night. The collector will radiate heat back to the atmosphere at night, preventing the system from stagnating at very high temperatures. ESTIMATED LIFE OF COMPONENTS Proper care and Maintenance of your solar system will determine the life expectancy of the individ- ual components of the system.
  • Page 64 CONTROL WELL COLD WATER INLET AUXILIARY HEAT EXHANGER HEAT EXHANGER CONNECTION HOT OUTLET COLD INLET PHOENIX SOLAR WATER HEATER DIMENSIONS MODEL GALLONS PH-80S 23" 72" 64" 5-1/4" 32" 29" 25-1/2" 5-3/4" 9-3/4" 27-3/4" 64" 36" 32" 64" PH-119S 27" 74"...
  • Page 65 Installation Manual PART 4: MAINTENANCE (CONT’D) LP-179-V Fig. 4-3 REV. 4/10/08...
  • Page 66 Installation Manual PART 4: MAINTENANCE (CONT’D) LP-179-H Fig. 4-4 REV. 4/9/08...

  • Page 67: Part 5: Troubleshooting

    Installation Manual PART 5: TROUBLESHOOTING Nature of Trouble Possible Cause Service No hot water 1. No Power – blown fuse or circuit breaker tripped a. Shorted wiring ** Replace or repair b. Circuit overloaded ** Provide adequate circuit or reduce load c.
  • Page 70 Installation Manual PART 5: TROUBLESHOOTING (CONT’D) VISCOSITY: The HTF Viscosity over the service temperature range is based on a specific gravity 15/15°C (60/60°F) 1.;053-1.063. DOWFROST inhibited glycol-based fluid has an effective operating temperature range of -50°F to 250°F, while DOWFROST HD inhibited glycol-based fluid is effective from -50°F to 325°F.
  • Page 71 Installation Manual PART 5: TROUBLESHOOTING (CONT’D) INGESTION: Single dose oral toxicity is considered to be extremely low. No hazards anticipated from swallowing small amounts incidental to normal handling operations. FIRST AID: NONE REQUIRED INHALATION: At room temperature, vapors are minimal due to physical properties. Mists may cause irritation of upper respiratory tract (nose and throat) FIRST AID: REMOVE TO FRESH AIR IF EFFECTS OCCUR, CONSULT A PHYSICIAN...
  • Page 72 SUPERSTOR SOLAR SRCC OG-300 LABEL SET SOLAR SRCC OG-300 LABEL SET The following labels must be attached to the relevant valves in the system in order for it to be considered OG-300 compliant. This page should be laminated, each label cut from it, punched in the margin at the left hand side and affixed to the appropriate valve with a wire tie, plastic ties are inappropriate due to high operating temperatures.
  • Page 73 MAINTENANCE NOTES...
  • Page 74 MAINTENANCE NOTES...
  • Page 75 MAINTENANCE NOTES...

  • Page 76: Service Information

    Contractor Name____________________________________________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________________________________ Phone Number _____________________________________________________________________ Emergency Number _________________________________________________________________ Contractor Name____________________________________________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________________________________ Phone Number _____________________________________________________________________ Emergency Number _________________________________________________________________ Contractor Name____________________________________________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________________________________ Phone Number _____________________________________________________________________ Emergency Number _________________________________________________________________ © 2007 Heat Transfer Products, Inc. www.htproducts.com LP-204 REV. 4/5/08...

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