Raypak R266A Service Manual

Technical Data

Digital and Millivolt Gas Heaters

C

A

copper
(polymer headers)
ASME copper and

Heater

Model

R206A 199,500 180,000 20” 6” 61-5/8” 10” 11-3/4” 3/4” 2” 187 206 12

R266A 266,000 240,000 23” 7” 62” 11-1/2” 11” 3/4” 2” 210 229 15

R336A 332,500 300,000 26” 8” 63” 13” 10-5/8” 3/4” 2” 230 249 17

R406A 399,000 360,000 29” 9” 64-1/2” 14-1/2” 12-1/8” 3/4” 2” 249 268 20

cupro-nickel

BTUH
Input

cupro-nickel

(polymer headers)

BTUH
Input

(A)

Cabinet

Width

(B)
Flue
Dia.

(C)

Indoor

Drafthood

(D) (J)

Minimum

Gas

Conn.

Water
Conn.

w/ Polymer

H

E

N
O

Digital

Headers

Stackless

A

T

B

E

N

A

S

Shipping Weights (lbs)

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Top

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I

C

U

R

N

S

TA

L

L

E

D

D

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R

F

I

M

BUS

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A

C

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Amp Draw

120 volt 240 volt

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w/ Cast Iron

Headers

and

Stackless

Top

R

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CT

L

Y

Indoor
Draft-

hood

Designation for a Digital heater using propane gas is “EP”; a Digital heater using natural gas is “EN”.
Designation for a Millivolt heater using propane gas is “MP”; a Millivolt heater using natural gas is “MN”.
Prefix “P” is for plastic (polymer) headers; “C” is for cast iron (ASME) headers.
Suffix “X” is for cupro-nickel tubing; “C” is for copper tubing
Example: P-R406A-EN-X = Plastic headers, 406 model size, digital, natural gas, cupro-nickel
Reduce input 4% for each 1000 feet above sea level when installed above 2000 feet elevation.
Manufactured under Patent No. 3,623,458.
Plastic (polymer) headers cannot be used for installations requiring ASME certification.

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Features

All models

• PolyTuf Textured Powder Coating

The Raypak gas heater has a polyester-coated, non-corrosive cabinet that is more
durable than solventborne- and waterborne-coated metal cabinets. Every piece of

heet metal goes through a 7-stage wash system, making certain the powder paint

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has a perfect bond. Underneath the tough, yet beautiful finish you will find galvanized
metal that offers superior rust prevention and years of durable service.

• Stainless Steel Heater Base

The interiror base pan is manufactured from 400 series stainless steel to help prevent
rust and corrosion. Raypak is the only heater manufacturer to offer this as standard
equipment.

• Wind-Resistant Design

No need for fans to combat drafting problems. This heater is designed to draft
naturally in outdoor installations with its exclusive low-profile design. It is so
thoughtfully and carefully designed it actually protects itself from the things that tend
to stifle ordinary pool and spa heaters. It delivers uninterrupted heating performance
regardless of falling leaves, wind, airborne debris, rain, downdrafts, updrafts, sleet,
snow, etc.

• Polymer Headers

Polymer headers prevent rust stains from harming your pool’s surface, giving you
years of trouble-free swimming pleasure.

• All-Copper-Fin-Tube Heat Exchanger

The fin tubes of the heat exchanger are each made from a single piece of extruded
copper. This integral-fin design allows maximum heat transfer to be attained and
maintained. Cupro-nickel is also available as an optional upgrade.

• Stainless Steel Tube Sheet

Stainless steel tube sheets are used on all Raypak heaters with the polymer headers.
This allows for a completely nonferrous waterway, leaving your pool truly rust-free.

• CPVC 2" Water Connections

Standard with every Raypak heater is a set of 2" slip-fit CPVC water connections to
make your installation secure and effortless.

• Condensation Protection

The Unitherm Governor helps reduce condensation from low inlet water temperatures.
It automatically regulates the water flow to help keep the water temperature in the
heat exchanger above 105°F. Both water temperature and water flow rate are
controlled to eliminate condensation, sooting, and scale build-up that can shorten
heater life.

• High Flow Rates

The Raypak gas heater comes with an automatic bypass built into the header. You'll
find that the heater is capable of handling water flow at a rate up to 125 gpm.

• Burner Tray

Every burner tray is built to last, from the stainless steel burners to the aluminized
metal used in the heat sensitive areas. Innovative design allows for the easy removal
of the tray and burners for servicing.

• Fire Tile

A ceramic fiber combustion box keeps your heater running efficiently while keeping the
outside jacket cool. By using this space-age material the heater won't retain residual
heat after it is turned off, allowing it to be installed without the use of costly metal
heat sinks.

• Fuel-Efficient

Energy-smart Raypak heaters consistently achieve the highest efficiency ratings. They
meet all federal and state standards.

Digital models only

• Microprocessor-Controlled Thermostat

The Raypak Digital gas heater features a microprocessor-based control center. This
control allows you to set your pool or spa temperature precisely at your favorite setting

ust by pressing the up or down temperature control buttons.

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• Self-Diagnostic

On-board diagnostic controls let the user and the service professional know what is
going on with the heater at all times. All information is presented in real English, no
cryptic codes to decipher. In the event that you would ever have a problem with the
heater, the digital display will indicate the source.

• Flame Strength Indicator

A pool industry first! The pilot flame signal is monitored with an easy to read visual
bar display. 4 bars or less indicate a weak signal, letting the service tech know that
the pilot should be checked. 5 bars or more indicate good flame rectification.

• Voltage Monitor

Transformer output power can be monitored by the circuit board. This helps service
techs diagnose issues quicker and more efficiently.

• Cycle Counter and Run Time Monitor

The control captures every cycle of the main gas valve as well as how long it stays
open. This offers valuable and useful feedback to the service tech. By monitoring the
run times on multiple unit installations, the load can be evenly distributed among the
units, preventing excessive wear and tear on one unit.

• Remote-Compatible

Compatible with most major pool control and remote systems on the market today. Any
two-wire or three-wire remote can connect to the heater and be integrated into the
pool control system of your choice.

• Electronic Ignition

Raypak Digital heaters come standard with intermittent spark ignition pilot safety
controls. What this means is that the pilot only comes on when there is a call for heat.

Millivolt models only

• Mechanical Thermostat

The Raypak Millivolt gas heater comes with one mechanical thermostat. This control
allows you to set your pool or spa temperature precisely at your favorite setting.

• Millivolt Controls

No power source is required for the Raypak Millivolt heater. All operating electricity is
supplied by the pilot thermocouple.

Quality assurance

• ISO 9001

We are proud to be an ISO 9001 registered manufacturing plant. It’s one more reason
why Raypak is number one in the heater industry today.

• End-of-Line Test

Every Raypak gas pool heater is plumbed and test-fired before it is put in the carton.
This ensures that your heater will work right out of the box and continue to give you
years of trouble-free operation.

• Quality Check Points

The Raypak assembly process includes six final assembly quality check points that
help to ensure that every Raypak gas heater is built correctly, and built to last.

• CSA-Certified

All of Raypak’s gas pool heaters are CSA-certified to the ANSI Z21.56/CSA 4.7
standard.

In keeping with its policy of continuous progress and product improvement, Raypak reserves the right to make changes without notice

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