HTP GL-175 User Manual

SuperStor

NOTE TO CONSUMER: PLEASE KEEP ALL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

This manual must only be used by a qualified heating installer/service technician. Read all instructions in this manual before installing. Perform steps in the order given. Failure to comply could result in substantial property damage, severe personal injury, or death.

Glass Lined

Storage Tank

INSTALLATION

MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

PARTS

Storage Tank Models

GL-50 / GL-80*

GL-119* / GL-175*

For Residential and Commercial Use

*Available in Metal Jacketed ASME and Non-ASME

models

NOTICE: HTP reserves the right to make product changes or updates without notice and will not be held liable for typographical errors in literature.

The surfaces of these products contacted by consumable water contain less than 0.25% lead by weight, as required by the Safe Drinking Water Act, Section 1417.

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The following defined terms are used throughout this manual to bring attention to the presence of hazards of various risk levels, or to important product information.

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property

damage.

FOREWORD

This manual is intended to be used in conjunction with other literature provided with the SuperStor Glass Lined Storage Tank. This includes all related control information. It is important that this manual, all other documents included with this system, and additional publications including the Code for the Installation of Heat Producing Appliances (latest version), be reviewed in their entirety before beginning any work.

Installation should be made in accordance with the regulations of the local code authorities and utility companies which pertain to this type of domestic hot water storage equipment.

FOR THE INSTALLER

This storage tank must be installed by qualified and licensed personnel. The installer should be guided by the instructions furnished with the storage tank, and with local codes and utility company requirements.

INSTALLATIONS MUST COMPLY WITH:

Local, state, provincial, and national codes, laws, regulations and ordinances.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART 1 – GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION .......................................................................................................................... 3

A. PRECAUTIONS .......................................................................................................................................................................... 3

B. WHEN SERVICING THE WATER HEATING SYSTEM .............................................................................................................. 3

PART 2 – PREPARE THE STORAGE TANK .............................................................................................................................. 4

A. SPECIFICATIONS AND PERFORMANCE RATINGS ................................................................................................................ 4

B. LOCATING THE STORAGE TANK............................................................................................................................................. 5

C. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ........................................................................................................................................................... 5

D. WATER CHEMISTRY REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................................................... 5

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INSTALLER – Read all instructions in this manual before installing. Perform steps in the order given.

USER – This manual is for use only by a qualified heating installer/service technician. Have this storage tank serviced/inspected by a qualified service technician annually.

FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE GUIDELINES ON THIS PAGE CAN RESULT IN SUBSTANTIAL PROPERTY DAMAGE, SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.

NOTE: If the storage tank is exposed to the following, do not operate until all corrective steps have been made by a qualified

serviceman:

1. FIRE

2. DAMAGE

3. WATER Any claims for damage or shortage in shipment must be filed immediately against the transportation company by the consignee.

High heat sources (sources generating heat 100oF / 37oC or greater, such as stove pipes, space heaters, etc.) may damage plastic components of the water heater as well as plastic vent pipe materials. Such damages ARE NOT covered by warranty. It is recommended to keep a minimum clearance of 8” from high heat sources. Observe heat source manufacturer instructions, as well as local, state, provincial, and national codes, laws, regulations and ordinances when installing this water heater and related components near high heat sources.

PART 3 –PIPING ......................................................................................................................................................................... 6

A. PLUMBING ................................................................................................................................................................................. 6

B. TANKLESS COIL CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................................................................. 6

C. HOT WATER OUTLET ............................................................................................................................................................... 7

D. TYPICAL INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................................................... 8

E. POTABLE EXPANSION TANK ................................................................ ................................................................ ................... 8

PART 4 – CONTROL AND WIRING ............................................................................................................................................ 8

A. CONTROL .................................................................................................................................................................................. 8

B. WIRING ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

PART 5 – OPERATING THE STORAGE TANK .......................................................................................................................... 9

PART 6 – MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................................... 10

HTP CUSTOMER INSTALLATION RECORD FORM ...................................................................................................................... 12

PART 1 – GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

A. PRECAUTIONS

This storage tank is approved for indoor installations only. Clearance to combustible materials: 0” top, bottom, sides and back. Tank must have room for service: 24” front and 6” sides are minimum recommended service clearances. (A combustible door or removable panel is acceptable front clearance.) This storage tank has been approved for closet installation, and installation on combustible flooring. Do not install this storage tank directly on carpeting.

DO NOT USE THIS STORAGE TANK IF ANY PART HAS BEEN UNDERWATER. Immediately call a qualified service technician.

B. WHEN SERVICING THE WATER HEATING SYSTEM

 To avoid electric shock, disconnect electrical supply before performing maintenance.  To avoid severe burns, allow all related water heating equipment to cool before servicing.

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UNCRATING STORAGE TANK – Any claims for damage or shortage in shipment must be filed immediately against the transportation company by the consignee.

COLD WEATHER HANDLING – If the storage tank has been stored in a very cold location (BELOW 0oF) before installation, handle with care until the plastic components come to room temperature.

PART 2 – PREPARE THE STORAGE TANK

Remove all sides of the shipping crate to allow the storage tank to be moved into its installation location.

A. SPECIFICATIONS AND PERFORMANCE RATINGS

Figure 1 – Specifications and Dimensions

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