A.O. Smith BT- 65 User Manual
MODEL BT- 65
COMMERCIAL GAS WATER HEATER
Glass-Lined Tank-type Water Heater
• INSTALLATION • OPERATION • SERVICE • MAINTENANCE • LIMITED WARRANTY
Thank you for buying this energy efficient water heater from
A.O. Smith Water Products Company. We appreciate your
confidence in our products.
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TEXT PRINTED OR OUTLINED IN RED CONTAINS INFORMATION
RELATIVE TO YOUR SAFETY.
BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THIS APPLIANCE.
A DIVISION OF A.O. SMITH CORPORATION
McBEE, SOUTH CAROLINA, USA
STRATFORD, ONTARIO, CANADA
PLACE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ADJACENT TO HEATER
AND NOTIFY OWNER TO KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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PART NO. 195701-000
SUPERSEDES PART NO. 194975-000
ROUGH-IN-DIMENSIONS
DIMENSIONS
Model A B C D E F G H J
BT-65
In. 63 1/2 61 26 22 4 8 3/4 1/2 53 3/4
mm 1613 1550 660 559 106 203 NPT NPT 1,365
RECOVERY CAPACITIES
U.S. Gallons/Hrs. and Litres/Hr. at TEMPERATURE RISE INDICATED
Type
of Input Approx. F° 20F° 30F° 40F° 50F° 60F° 70F° 80F° 90F° 100F° 110F° 120F° 130F° 140F°
Model Gas Btuh KW Capacity C° 11C° 17C° 22C° 28C° 33C° 39C° 44°C 50C° 56C° 61C° 67C° 72C° 78C°
BT-65
BT-65
Natural
Propane
65,000 65 US Gals. GPH 299 200 150 120 100 86 75 67 60 54 50 46 43
19.0 246 Litres LPH 1133 756 567 453 378 324 283 252 227 206 189 174 162
55.000 65 US Gals. GPH 253 169 127 101 84 72 63 56 51 46 42 39 36
16.1 246 Litres LPH 959 639 479 384 320 274 240 213 192 174 160 48 137
RECOVERY CAPACITIES
FOREWORD
The design of Model BT-65 complies with the latest version of
ANSI Z21.10.1/CSA 4.1 M98 as automatic storage type water heater.
Installation diagrams are found in this manual. These diagrams
will serve to provide the installer with a reference for the materials
and method of piping necessary. It is highly essential that all
water and gas piping be installed as shown on the diagrams.
In addition to these instructions, the equipment shall be installed
in accordance with those installation regulations in force in the
local area where the installation is to be made. These shall be
carefully followed in all cases. Authorities having jurisdiction
should be consulted before installations are made.
The installation must conform to these instructions and the local
code authority having jurisdiction. In the absence of local codes,
the installation must comply with the latest editions of the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, in Canada CAN/CSA
B 149.1-00. Both are available from the Canadian Standards
Association, 8501 East Pleasant Valley Road, Cleveland, OH 44131.
For Canadian customers, 178 Rexdale Blvd., Rexdale (Toronto),
Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3. The National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54 is available from the National Fire Protection
Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS ....................................................................... 2
FOREWORD .......................................................................................... 2
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION ...................................................... 3
Precautions....................................................................................... 3
Liquid Petroleum ............................................................................... 3
Chemical Vapor Corrosion ............................................................... 3
Improper Combustion ........................................................................ 3
Extended Non-use Periods .............................................................. 3-4
Insulation Blankets ............................................................................ 4
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................ 4
Required Ability ................................................................................ 4
Locating The Heater ......................................................................... 4
High Altitude Installations ................................................................. 4-5
Clearances ....................................................................................... 5
Hard Water ....................................................................................... 5
Air Requirements .............................................................................. 5
Combination Water (Potable) Heating and Space Heating .............. 5-6
Venting.............................................................................................. 6
Thermometers (Not Supplied) .......................................................... 6
Relief Valve ....................................................................................... 6-7
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Gas Piping ......................................................................................... 7-8
Purging .............................................................................................. 8
Gas Pressure Regulation ................................................................ 9
OPERATION .......................................................................................... 9
Precautions ...................................................................................... 9
Lighting Instructions ........................................................................ 10
Temperature Regulation .................................................................. 11
High Temperature Limit Switch ........................................................ 11
Checking Venting............................................................................. 11-12
SERVICE INFORMATION ...................................................................... 12
Pilot and Main Burner....................................................................... 12
Checking Gas Input .........................................................................12-13
Vent System .................................................................................... 13
Relief Valve...................................................................................... 13
Hot Water Odor ............................................................................... 13
Anode Rod Inspection ..................................................................... 13
Winter Protection ............................................................................. 13
Replacement Parts .......................................................................... 13
CHECKLIST .......................................................................................... 13-14
LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................................................ 15
GENERAL SAFETY
INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONS
DO NOT USE THIS APPLIANCE IF ANY PART HAS BEEN UNDER
WATER. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect
the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any
gas control which has been under water.
IF THE UNIT IS EXPOSED TO THE FOLLOWING, DO NOT
OPERATE HEATER UNTIL ALL CORRECTIVE STEPS HAVE BEEN
MADE BY A QUALIFIED SERVICEMAN.
1. EXTERNAL FIRE.
2. DAMAGE.
3. FIRING WITHOUT WATER.
4. SOOTING
LIQUID PETROLEUM MODELS
WARNING
Water heaters for propane or liquified petroleum gas (LPG) are
different from natural gas models. A natural gas heater will not
function safely on LP gas and no attempt should be made to convert
a heater from natural gas to LP gas.
sodium chloride (water softener salt), waxes, and process
chemicals are typical compounds which are potentially corrosive.
Do not store products of this sort near the heater. Also, air which is
brought in contact with the heater should not contain any of these
chemicals. If necessary, uncontaminated air should be obtained
from remote or outside sources. The limited warranty is voided
when failure of the water heater is due to a corrosive atmosphere.
(Refer to the limited warranty for complete terms and conditions.)
IMPROPER COMBUSTION
WARNING
ATTIC AND/OR EXHAUST FANS OPERATING ON THE PREMISES
WITH A WATER HEATER CAN RESULT IN CARBON MONOXIDE
POISONING AND DEATH.
OPERATION OF THESE FANS CAN PRODUCE A NEGATIVE DRAFT
IN THE AREA OF THE WATER HEATER PREVENTING THE
PRODUCTS OF COMBUSTION FROM EXHAUSTING THROUGH
THE CHIMNEY OR VENT PIPE.
The venting of the water heater should be inspected by a qualified
service technician at the time of installation and periodically
thereafter to ensure a down-draft condition does not exist.
DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE FLOW OF COMBUSTION AND
VENTILATING AIR. ADEQUATE AIR FOR COMBUSTION AND
VENTILATION MUST BE PROVIDED FOR SAFE OPERATION.
CHEMICAL VAPOR CORROSION
WARNING
CORROSION OF THE FLUEWAYS AND VENT SYSTEM MAY
OCCUR IF AIR FOR COMBUSTION CONTAINS CERTAIN
CHEMICAL VAPORS. SUCH CORROSION MAY RESULT IN
FAILURE AND RISK OF ASPHYXIATION.
Spray can propellants, cleaning solvents, refrigerator and air
conditioning refrigerants, swimming pool chemicals, calcium and
EXTENDED NON-USE PERIODS
WARNING
HYDROGEN GAS CAN BE PRODUCED IN A HOT WATER SYSTEM
SERVED BY THIS HEATER THAT HAS NOT BEEN
LONG PERIOD OF TIME (GENERALLY TWO WEEKS OR MORE).
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE.
of injury under these conditions, it is recommended that the hot
water faucet be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink
before using any electrical appliance connected to the hot water
system. If hydrogen is present, there will probably be an unusual
sound such as air escaping through the pipe as the water begins
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USED FOR A
To reduce the risk
THERE SHOULD BE NO SMOKING OR OPEN FLAME NEAR
to flow.
THE FAUCET AT THE TIME IT IS OPEN.
INSULATION BLANKETS
Insulation blankets available to the general public for external use
on gas water heaters are not necessary with A.O. Smith water heater.
The purpose of an insulation blanket is to reduce the standby heat
loss encountered with storage tank water heaters. Your A.O. Smith
water heater meets or exceeds the ASHRAE/IES 90.1b-1992
standards with respect to insulation and standby loss requirement
making an insulation blanket unnecessary.
WARNING
Should you choose to apply an insulation blanket to this heater, you
should follow these instructions. Failure to follow these instructions
can result in fire, asphyxiation, serious personal injury or death.
DO NOT INSTALL THIS WATER HEATER DIRECTLY ON A
CARPETED FLOOR. A FIRE HAZARD MAY RESULT.
water heater must be placed on a metal or wood panel extending
beyond the full width and depth by at least 3 inches (76 mm) in any
direction. If the heater is installed in a carpeted alcove or closet,
the entire floor shall be covered by the panel. Also, see the drain
requirements.
THIS HEATER SHALL BE LOCATED OR PROTECTED SO IT IS
NOT SUBJECT TO PHYSICAL DAMAGE BY A MOVING VEHICLE.
WARNING
FLAMMABLE ITEMS, PRESSURIZED CONTAINERS OR ANY
OTHER POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARDOUS ARTICLES MUST
NEVER BE PLACED ON OR ADJACENT TO THE HEATER. OPEN
CONTAINERS OF FLAMMABLE MATERIAL SHOULD NOT BE
STORED OR USED IN THE SAME ROOM WITH THE HEATER.
Instead the
Do not apply insulation to the top of the water heater, as this will
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interfere with safe operation of the draft hood.
Do not cover the outer door, thermostat or temperature &
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pressure relief valve.
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Do not allow insulation to come within 2" (51 mm) of the floor to
prevent blockage of combustion air flow to the burner.
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Do not cover the instruction manual. Keep it on the side of the
water heater or nearby for future reference.
Do obtain new warning and instruction labels from A.O. Smith
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for placement on the blanket directly over the existing labels.
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Do inspect the insulation blanket frequently to make certain it
does not sag, thereby obstructing combustion air flow.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
REQUIRED ABILITY
INSTALLATION OR SERVICE OF THIS WATER HEATER REQUIRES
ABILITY EQUIVALENT TO THAT OF A LICENSED TRADESMAN IN
THE FIELD INVOLVED. PLUMBING, AIR SUPPLY, VENTING AND
GAS SUPPLY WORK ARE REQUIRED.
LOCATING THE HEATER
When installing the heater, consideration must be given to proper
location. Location selected should be as close to the stack or
chimney as practicable, with adequate air supply and as
centralized with the piping system as possible.
WARNING
THERE IS A RISK IN USING FUEL BURNING APPLIANCES SUCH
AS GAS WATER HEATERS IN ROOMS, GARAGES OR OTHER
AREAS WHERE GASOLINE, OTHER FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR
ENGINE DRIVEN EQUIPMENT OR VEHICLES ARE STORED,
OPERATED OR REPAIRED. FLAMMABLE VAPORS ARE HEAVY
AND TRAVEL ALONG THE FLOOR AND MAY BE IGNITED BY THE
HEATER’S PILOT OR MAIN BURNER FLAMES CAUSING FIRE OR
EXPLOSION.
APPLIANCES IF INSTALLED 18 INCHES (457 mm) OR MORE
ABOVE THE FLOOR. THIS MAY REDUCE THE RISK IF LOCATION
IN SUCH AN AREA CANNOT BE AVOIDED.
SOME LOCAL CODES PERMIT OPERATION OF GAS
THE HEATER MUST NOT BE LOCATED IN AN AREA WHERE IT
WILL BE SUBJECT TO FREEZING.
THE HEATER SHOULD BE LOCATED IN AN AREA WHERE
LEAKAGE FROM THE HEATER OR CONNECTIONS WILL NOT
RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE ADJACENT AREA OR TO LOWER
FLOORS OF THE STRUCTURE.
WHEN SUCH LOCATIONS CANNOT BE AVOIDED, A SUITABLE
DRAIN PAN SHOULD BE INSTALLED UNDER THE HEATER.
Such pans should be fabricated with sides at least 2" (51 mm)
deep, with length and width at least 2" (51 mm) greater than the
diameter of the heater and must be piped to an adequate drain.
The pan must not restrict combustion air flow.
Drain pans suitable for these heaters are available from your
distributor or A. O. Smith Water Products Company, 5621 West
115th Street, Alsip, IL 60803. In Canada contact A.O. Smith
Enterprises, LTD., 768 Erie Street, Stratford, Ontario,
Canada N5A 6T3.
For appliance installation locations with elevations above
2000 feet (610 meters), refer to HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATIONS
section of this manual for input reduction procedure.
HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATIONS
WARNING
INSTALLATIONS ABOVE 2000 FEET (610 METERS) REQUIRE
REPLACEMENT OF THE BURNER ORIFICE IN ACCORDANCE
WITH SECTION 8.1.2 OF THE NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE (ANSI
Z223.1). FOR CANADIAN INSTALLATIONS CONSULT CANADIAN
INSTALLATIONS CODES AND CAN/CSA B149.1-00. FAILURE TO
REPLACE THE ORIFICE WILL RESULT IN IMPROPER AND
INEFFICIENT OPERATION OF THE APPLIANCE RESULTING IN
THE PRODUCTION OF INCREASED LEVELS OF CARBON
MONOXIDE GAS IN EXCESS OF SAFE LIMITS WHICH COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
You should contact your gas supplier for any specific changes
which may be required in your area.
As elevation above sea level is increased, there is less oxygen
per cubic foot of air. Therefore, the heater input rate should be
reduced at high altitudes for satisfactory operation with the reduced
oxygen supply. Failure to make this reduction would result in an
overfiring of the heater causing sooting, poor combustion and/or
unsatisfactory heater performance.
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U.S. REQUIREMENTS
Ratings specified by manufacturers for most appliances apply for
elevations up to 2000 feet (610 m). For elevations above 2000 feet
(610 m), ratings must be reduced at the rate of 4% for each 1000
feet (305 m) above sea level. For example, if a heater is rated at
65,000 Btuh (19 Kw) at sea level, to rate the heater at 4000 feet
(1219 m), you subtract 4 (once for each thousand feet) x.04
(4% input reduction) x 65,000 (original rating) from the original
rating. Therefore, to calculate the input rating at 4,000 feet (1219
m): 4 x .04 x 65,000 = 10,400 Btuh (3.0 Kw), 65,000
(19 Kw) - 10,400 (3.0 Kw) = 54,600 Btuh (16 Kw). At 6000 feet
(1829 m) the correct input rating should be 49,400 Btuh (14.5 Kw).
CANADIAN REQUIREMENTS
Appliances with inputs up to and including 400,000 BTU
must be factory equipped with orifices for operation at specific
elevations. Standard (sea level) orifices permit operation up to
2000' (610 m) elevation. For operation between 2000' (610 m) and
4500' (1370 m) specify "HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION" when
ordering the heater(s). For operation above 4500' (2370 m) consult
factory before ordering.
Field conversion for operation at altitudes other than that
specified on the heater rating plate is not permitted.
The input reduction is primarily achieved by reducing the size of
the main burner orifices. To do this, the main burner orifices require
replacement with orifices sized for the particular installation
elevation. Correct orifice sizing and parts may be obtained from
A.O. Smith Water Products Company. When ordering, be sure to
state the model number and the altitude of the location where the
water heater is being installed.
Upon completion of derating of the heater, adjustment to the gas
pressure regulator may be required. See CHECKING THE INPUT
section in this manual for inlet and manifold pressure
requirements.
KEEP APPLIANCE AREA CLEAR AND FREE OF COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIALS, GASOLINE AND OTHER FLAMMABLES, VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS.
DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE FLOW OF COMBUSTION OR
VENTILATING AIR.
WARNING
FOR SAFE OPERATION PROVIDE ADEQUATE AIR FOR
COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION. AN INSUFFICIENT SUPPLY
OF AIR WILL CAUSE RECIRCULATION OF COMBUSTION
PRODUCTS RESULTING IN AIR CONTAMINATION THAT MAY BE
HAZARDOUS TO LIFE. SUCH A CONDITION OFTEN WILL
RESULT IN A YELLOW, LUMINOUS BURNER FLAME, CAUSING
CARBONING OR SOOTING OF THE COMBUSTION CHAMBER,
BURNERS AND FLUE TUBES AND CREATES A RISK OF
ASPHYXIATION.
Where an exhaust fan is supplied in the same room with a heater,
sufficient openings for air must be provided in the walls.
UNDERSIZED OPENINGS WILL CAUSE AIR TO BE DRAWN INTO
THE ROOM THROUGH THE CHIMNEY, CAUSING POOR
COMBUSTION. SOOTING MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS DAMAGE
TO THE HEATER AND RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION.
UNCONFINED SPACE
In buildings of conventional frame, brick, or stone construction,
unconfined spaces may provide adequate air for combustion,
ventilation and draft hood dilution.
If the unconfined space is within a building of tight construction
(buildings using the following construction: weather stripping, heavy
insulation, caulking, vapor barrier, etc.), air for combustion,
ventilation and draft hood dilution must be obtained from outdoors.
The installation instructions for confined spaces in tightly
constructed buildings must be followed to ensure adequate air
supply.
Also due to the input rating reduction required at high altitudes, the
output rating of the appliance is reduced and should be
compensated for in the sizing of the equipment for application.
CLEARANCES
These heaters are approved for installation on combustible flooring
in a closet having a ceiling 18" (457 mm) above top cover and with
clearances to combustible construction of 6" (152 mm) from flue
or vent connector, 1" (25 mm) at the sides and rear and
4" (102 mm) to front to prevent a possible fire hazard condition. A
minimum of 4" (101.6 mm) shall be allowed for installation of
serviceable parts.
HARD WATER
Where hard water conditions exist, water softening or the threshold
type of water treatment is recommended. This will protect the
dishwashers, coffee urns, water heaters, water piping and other
equipment.
Contact your dealer or qualified service technician for more
information on this product.
AIR REQUIREMENTS
REFER TO THE LATEST EDITION OF THE "NATIONAL FUEL GAS
CODE" ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. FOR CANADA CONSULT CAN/CSA
B149.1-00.
CONFINED SPACE
When drawing combustion and dilution air from inside a
conventionally constructed building to a confined space, such a
space shall be provided with two permanent openings, ONE IN
OR WITHIN 12 INCHES (30.50 cm) OF THE ENCLOSURE TOP
AND ONE IN OR WITHIN 12 INCHES (30.50 cm) OF THE
ENCLOSURE BOTTOM. Each opening shall have a free area of at
least one square inch per 1000 Btuh (2202.8 mm
input of all appliances in the enclosure, but not less than
100 square inches (645 cm
If the confined space is within a building of tight construction, air for
combustion, ventilation, and draft hood dilution must be obtained
from outdoors. When directly communicating with the outdoors or
communicating with the outdoors through vertical ducts, two
permanent openings, located in the above manner, shall be
provided. Each opening shall have a free area of not less than one
square inch per 4000 Btuh (550.7 mm
appliances in the enclosure. If horizontal ducts are used, each
opening shall have a free area of not less than one square inch
per 2000 Btuh (1101.4 mm
in the enclosure. For Canadian installations consult CAN/CSA
B149.1-00.
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).
2
/KW) of the total input of all
2
/KW) of the total input of all appliances
2
/KW) of the total
COMBINATION WATER (POTABLE)
HEATING AND SPACE HEATING
1. All piping components connected to this unit for space heating
applications shall be suitable for use with potable water.
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