Rudd HE55-130LP Installation Manual
High Efficiency Commercial Gas Water Heater
USE & CARE MANUAL
WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE CONTRACTOR
This Use & Care Manual covers the following model numbers:
HE55-100N HE119-130N HE55-199LP
HE55-130N HE119-160N HE80-130LP
HE55-160N HE119-199N HE80-160LP
HE55-199N
HE80-130N
HE80-160N HE55-130LP HE119-160LP
HE80-199N HE55-160LP HE119-199LP
—————–
HE55-100LP HE119-130LP
HE80-199LP
n
Recognize this symbol as an indication of
important Safety Information!
Do Not Destroy this Manual. Please read carefully
and keep in a safe place for Future Reference.
n
n NOTICE
This water heater is designed for use in a commercial application. The installation and maintenance of it
should be performed by qualified, licensed service personnel.
n WARNING
Read and review this entire manual with special emphasis on the Venting and Operation Sections prior to
any installation work.
n CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other
reproductive harm.
n WARNING
If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or death.
FOR YOUR SAFETY!
n
— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors or liquids or other combustible materials in
the vicinity of this or any other appliance. To do so
may result in an explosion or fire
— 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.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s
•
phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
•
department.
Do not return to your building until authorized by
•
the gas supplier or fire department.
— Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service
or maintenance can cause injury, property damage
or death. Refer to this manual. Installation and
service must be performed by a qualified installer,
service agency or gas supplier.
Printed in the USA AP15135 (5/09)
1
SPECIFICATIONS
RECOVERY CAPACITIES
Recovery in U.S. Gallons/Hr. (GPH) and Liters/Hr. (LPH) at Various Temperature Rises
MODEL
NUMBER
HE55-100 100,000 95%
HE55-130
HE80-130
HE119-130
HE80-160
HE119-160
HE80-199
HE119-199
Recovery rating is based on thermal efficiencies obtained in Intertek testing laboratory.
BOOSTER MODELS
MODEL
NUMBER
HE55-160 160,000 95%
HE55-199 199,000 95%
All models exceed the minimum energy efficiency requirements of current ASHRAE 90.1 requirements.
INPUT (BTU/HR)
NAT. & LP
130,000 95%
160,000 95%
199,000 95%
INPUT (BTU/HR)
NAT. & LP
THERMAL
EFFICIENCY
THERMAL
EFFICIENCY
UNITS
GPH 288 230 192 165 144 128 115 105 96
LPH 1090 872 726 623 545 484 436 396
GPH 374 299 249 214 187 166 150 136 125
LPH 1417
GPH
LPH 1744
GPH 573 458 382
LPH 2169
Recovery in U.S. Gallons/Hr. (GPH) and Liters/Hr. (LPH)
UNITS
GPH 461 368 307 263 230 205 184 167 154 142 132
LPH 1744 1395 1
GPH 573
LPH 2169 1735 1446 1239 1084 964 867 789 723 667 620
40°F
(22.2°C)
40°F
(22.2°C)
MAXIMUM DELIVERY
In U.S. Gallons and Liters (Includes useable storage and recovery for indicated times)
MODEL
NUMBER
HE55-100
HE55-130
HE80-130
HE119-130
HE55-160
HE80-160
HE1
HE55-199
HE80-199
HE1
All models have a maximum setpoint of 160°F with the exception of the HE55-160 and HE55-199 booster models. The HE55-160 and HE55-199 have a maximum setpoint of 180°F.
* NOTE: The 180º F models are shipped with all necessary components for an approved installation (see Booster Installation Kit for component list on Page 7.)
19-160
19-199
GALLONS/
LITERS
55
208
55
208
80
303
119
450
55
208
80
303
119
450
55
208
80
303
119
450
MAX
SETPOINT
160º
71ºC
160º
71ºC
160º
71ºC
160º
71ºC
180º*
82ºC
160º
71ºC
160º
71ºC
180º*
82ºC
160º
71ºC
160º
71ºC
INPUT (BTU/HR)
NAT. & LP
100,000
130,000
130,000
130,000
160,000
160,000
160,000
199,000
199,000
199,000
TEMP.
RISE UNITS 5 MIN.
100°F GAL. 48 58 67 77 96 125 154 269 388
37.7°C LTR. 182 219 255 291 364 473 582 1019 1455
100°F GAL. 51 63 76 88 1
37.7°C
100°F
33.7°C
100°F GAL. 96 108 121 133 158 196 233 383
33.7°C LTR. 363 410 457 504 599 750 882 1449 2015
100°F GAL. 54 69 85 100 131 177 223 407 591
37.7°C
100°F
37.7°C L
100°F GAL. 99 114 129 145 175 221 268
37.7°C L
100°F
37.7°C L
100°F
37.7°C L
100°F GAL. 102 121 141 160 198 255 312 542
37.7°C L
DIMENSIONAL INFORMATION
All dimensions shown in English and Metric
MODEL WATER CONNECTIONS APPROX
NUMBER UNITS HEIGHT WIDTH DEPTH VENT
HE55-100
HE55-130
HE55-160
HE55-199
HE80-130
HE80-160
HE80-199
HE1
19-130
HE119-160
HE119-199
All models require a 120V power source.
* 130,000 Btu models are certified to be installed with 2" venting.
inches 52 23 1/2 32
mm 1321 597 813 51 25 25 79 kgs
inches 52
mm 1321 597 813 76 25 25 79 kgs
inches 72 23 1/2 32 3* 1-1/2 1-1/2 235 lbs.
mm 1854 597 813 76 38 38 106 kgs
inches 73 27 36 3* 1-1/2 1-1/2 405 lbs.
mm 1854
23 1/2 32 3 1 1 175 lbs.
686 914 76 38 38 184 kgs
50°F
(27.8°C)
1
461 368 307 263 230 205 184 167 154
1395 1
1735 1446 1239 1084 964 867 789 723
50°F
(27.8°C)
458 382 327 286 255 229 208 191 176 164
LTR. 193 240 288 335 430 571 713 1281 1848
GAL. 68 81 93 106 131 168 206 355 505
LTR. 259 306 354 401 495 637 779 1345 1912
L
TR. 204 262 320 379 495 670 844 1542 2241
GAL.
TR. 270 328 386 444 561 735 909 1607 2304
TR. 373 432 490 548 664 838 1013 1710 2408
GAL. 57 77 96 115 153 210 268 497
TR. 218 291 363 435 580 797 1014 1883 2751
GAL. 75 94 113 132 171 228 285 514
TR. 284 357 429 501 646 863 1079 1947 2814
TR. 338 460 532 604 749 966 1183 2050 2918
60°F
(33.3°C)
133 944 809 708 630 567 515 472
60°F
(33.3°C)
10
MIN.
87
71
70°F
(38.9°C)
162 996 872 775 697 634 581
327 286 255 229 208 191
70°F
(38.9°C)
162 996 872 775 697 634 581 536 498
15
MIN.
102 117
80°F
(44.4°C)
80°F
(44.4°C)
20
MIN.
90°F
(50.0°C)
90°F
(50.0°C)
30
MIN.
13 151 188 338 488
148
100°F
(55.6°C)
100°F
(55.6°C)
45
MIN. 1 HR. 2 HR. 3 HR.
194
240
110°F
(61.1°C)
110°F
(61.1°C)
424
452 636
120°F
(66.7°C)
363
120°F
(66.7°C)
532
609
726
743
771
0" CLEARANCE TO
INLET OUTLET
2 1 1 175 lbs.
SHIPPING WT.
COMBUSTIBLES ON ALL
ADVANTAGEPLUS
UNITS, HOWEVER, A 24"
(61 cm) CONTROL PANEL
SERVICE CLEARANCE IS
RECOMMENDED.
2
130°F
(72.2°C)
MIN. TO RECOVER
CONTENTS
140°F
(77.8°C)
29
22
32
48
18
26
39
14
21
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Part 1: General Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Part 2: Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
A. Local Installation Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
B. Location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Temperature And Pressure Relief Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
C.
D. Expansion Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
E. Domestic Water Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
F. Special Instructions For Booster Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
G. Lighting and Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
H. Electrical Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
I. Gas Connection
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-10
Part 3: Venting, Combustion Air & Condensate Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-16
A. General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
B. Approved Materials For Exhaust Vent And Intake Air Vent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
C. Exhaust Vent And Intake Air Vent Pipe Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-13
D. Exhaust Vent
E. Longer Vent Runs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
F. Exhaust V
Very Important Set-up Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
G.
Concentric Vent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
H.
And Intake Air Vent Sizing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
ent And Intake Air Pipe Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15
Part 4: Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-19
A. Overall Appliance And Control Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
B. Status Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
C. Test Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-18
D. Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
E. Shutdown Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
F. Prevent Combustion
G. Corrosive Contaminants And Sour
H. Condensate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Air Contamination
ces Products To
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Avoid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Part 5: Components Of The AdvantagePlus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-23
Service Parts, Wiring Diagram and How to Obtain Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-22
Most Common AdvantagePlus Installation Concerns. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Part 6: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25
3
D A N G E R
FLAM MAB LES
Flammable Vapors
Vapors from flammable
liquids will explode and
catch fire causing death or
severe burns.
Do not use or store flammable
products such as gasoline,
solvents or
adhesives in the
same room or
area near the
water heater.
Ke
ep flammable products:
1. far away f
rom heater,
2. in approve
d containers,
3. tightly closed and
4. out of chi
ldren's reach.
Water heater has a main
burner and
pilot flame.
The pilot fl
ame:
1. which can come on at
any time and
2
. will igni
te flammable
vapors.
Vapors:
1
. cannot be
seen,
2. are heavi
er than air,
3. go a long way on the
floor and
4
. can be ca
rried from
other rooms
to the pilot
f
lame by air currents.
Installation
:
Do not insta
ll water heater
where flammable products will
be stored or used unless the
main burner
and pilot flames
are at least 18" above the
floor. This
will reduce, but not
eliminate, t
he risk of vapors
being ignite
d by the main
burner or pilot flame.
Read and fol
low water heater warnings and instructions.Ifowners
manual is mi
ssing, contact the retailer or manufacturer.
PART 1: GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Be sure to read and understand the entire Use & Care Manual before attempting to install or operate this water heater.
Pay particular attention to the following General Safety Precautions. Failure to follow these warnings could result in a fire
or explosion, causing property damage, bodily injury or death. Should you have any problems understanding the instructions in this manual, STOP, and get help from a qualified installer or service technician or the gas supplier.
n WARNING
Gasoline, as well as other flammable materials and
liquids (adhesives, solvents, etc.), and the vapors
they produce, are extremely dangerous. DO NOT
handle, use or store gasoline or other flammable
or combustible materials anywhere near or in the
vicinity of a water heater. Be sure to read and follow
the warning label pictured below and other labels on
the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in
this manual. Failure to do so can result in property
damage, bodily injury, or death.
n DANGER
Failure to install and properly vent the water heater
to the outdoors as outlined in the Venting Section
of this manual can result in unsafe operation of the
water heater. To avoid the risk of fire, explosion, or
asphyxiation from carbon monoxide, never operate
this water heater unless it is properly vented and has
an adequate air supply for proper operation. Be sure
to inspect the vent system for proper installation at
initial start-up and at least annually thereafter. Refer
to maintenance section of this manual for more
information regarding vent system inspections.
n DANGER
LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM MODELS
-Propane, or LP gas, must be used with great caution.
· It is heavier than air and will collect first in lower
areas making it hard to detect at nose level.
· Make sure to look and smell for LP leaks before
attempting
to check all gas fittings and connections. Bubbling at
a connection indicates a leak that must be corrected.
When smelling to detect an LP leak, be sure to sniff
near the floor.
· Gas detectors are recommended in LP applications
and their installation should be in accordance with
the manufacturer’s recommendations and/or local
laws, rules, regulations or customs.
· It is recommended that more than one method be
used to detect leaks in LP applications.
IF LP GAS IS PRESENT OR SUSPECTED:
· DO NOT attempt to find the cause yourself;
· DO NOT try to light any appliance;
· DO NOT touch any electrical switch;
· DO NOT use any phone in your building.
· Leave the house immediately and make
family and pets leave also.
· Leave the doors open for ventilation and contact
the gas supplier, a qualified service agency or the
fire department.
· Keep the area clear until the service call has been
made, the leak is corrected, and a qualified agency
has determined the area to be safe.
to light appliance. Use a soapy solution
sure your
n WARNING
Both LP and natural gas have an odorant added to
help detection. Some people may not physically be
able to smell or recognize this odorant. If unsure
or unfamiliar about the smell associated with LP or
natural gas, ask the gas supplier. Other conditions,
such as “Odorant Fade”, which causes the odorant
to “fade”, or diminish in intensity can also hide or
camouflage a gas leak.
n DANGER
Water heaters utilizing Liquefied Petroleum gas (LP)
are different from natural gas models. A natural gas
heater will not function safely on LP gas and vice
versa. No attempt should ever be made to convert a
heater from natural gas to LP gas. To avoid possible
equipment damage, personal injury or fire: DO
NOT connect this water heater to a fuel type not in
accordance with unit rating plate. Propane gas for
propane units. Natural gas for natural gas units.
These units are not certified for any other type fuel.
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PART 1: GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS cont’d
n WARNING
LP appliances should not be installed below-grade
(for example, in a basement) if such installation is
prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws, rules,
regulations, or customs.
To meet commercial water use needs, the thermostat on this water heater is adjustable up to 160°F
(71°C) (Booster models have a maximum setpoint
of 180°F (82°C). However, water temperatures over
125° F (52°C) can cause severe burns instantly or
death from scalds. This is the preferred starting
point for setting the controls for supplying general purpose hot water.
Safety and energy conservation are factors to be
considered when setting the water temperature
on the thermostat. The most energy efficient
operation will result when the temperature setting
is the lowest that satisfies the needs consistent
with the application.
Maximum water temperatures occur just after burner has
shut off. To find temperature of the water being delivered, turn on a hot water faucet and place a thermometer in the hot water stream and read the thermometer.
The following chart details the relationship of water temperature and time with regard to scald injury and may be
used as a guide in determining the safest water temperature for your applications.
TIME / TEMPERATURE RELATIONSHIPS IN SCALDS
Temperature Time to Produce Serious Burn
120°F (49°C) More than 5 minutes
125°F (52°C) 1½ to 2 minutes
130°F (54°C) About 30 seconds
135°F (57°C) About 10 seconds
140°F (60°C) Less than 5 seconds
145°F (63°C) Less than 3 seconds
150°F (66°C) About 1½ seconds
155°F (68°C) About 1 second
Table courtesy of Shrines Burn Institute
The temperature of the water in the heater can be regulated by setting the temperature on the electronic thermostat. To comply with safety regulations, the thermostat
was set at its lowest setting before the water heater was
shipped from the factory. See the section titled SET
POINT ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE to set the electronic thermostat.
n DANGER
There is a Hot Water SCALD Potential if the
thermostat is set too high.
NOTE: When this water heater is supplying
general purpose hot water requirements for use by
individuals, a thermostatically controlled mixing
valve for reducing point of use water temperatures
is recommended to reduce the risk of scald injury.
Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing
authority for further information.
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PART 2: INSTALLATION
n WARNING
Read and review this entire manual with special
emphasis on the Venting Sections and Operation
Sections prior to any installation work.
A. LOCAL INSTALLATION REGULATIONS
This water heater must be installed in accordance with
these instructions, local codes, utility company requirements, and/or in the absence of local codes, the latest
edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 223.1 in the
United States or CAN/CSA B149.1 installation code in
Canada.
The water heater must be located or protected so it is
not subject to physical damage, for example, by moving
objects, area flooding, etc.
n CAUTION
The water heater should not be located in an area
where leakage of the tank or connections will result in
damage to the area adjacent to it or to lower floors of
the structure. When such areas cannot be avoided, it
is recommended that a suitable catch pan, adequately
drained, be installed under the water heater.
NOTE: Auxiliary catch pan installation MUST conform to the applicable local codes
B. LOCATION
removed. This water heater must not be located near
flammable liquids such as gasoline, adhesives,
solvents, paint thinners, butane, liquefied propane,
etc. as the controls of this appliance could ignite
those vapors, causing an explosion.
C.
TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
A new combination temperature and pressure relief valve,
complying with the Standard for Relief Valves and
Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply
Systems, ANSI Z21.22 or Standard CSA 4.4, must be
installed in the opening provided on the water heater at
the time of installation. No valve is to be placed between
the relief valve and the water heater. For circulating tank
installation, the separate storage tank(s) must have
similar protection. The pressure rating of the relief valve
must not exceed the maximum working pressure as
marked on the front of the water heater. The Btu/h rating
of the relief valve must equal or exceed the Btu/h input of
the water heater as noted on its rating plate. Connect the
outlet of the relief valve to a suitable open drain. The
discharge line must pitch downward from the valve to
allow complete draining (by gravity) of the relief valve and
discharge line, and must be no smaller than the outlet of
the relief valve. The end of the discharge line should not
be threaded or concealed and should be protected from
freezing. No valve of any type, restriction or reducer
coupling should be installed in the discharge line. In the
U.S., local codes shall govern the installation of relief
valves. In Canada, use CAN/CSA B149.1.
Choose a
the piping system, along with consideration to vent pipe
length. As the length of vent pipe increases, the firing
rate of the appliance decreases. You must also locate
the AdvantagePlus where it will not be exposed to below
freezing temperatures. Additionally, you will need to
place the water heater so that the controls, drain, inlet/
outlet, and gas valve are easily accessed. This appliance
must not be installed outdoors, as it is certified as an
indoor appliance, and must be kept vertical and on a
level surface. Also, care must be exercised when
choosing the location of this appliance where leakage
from the relief valve, leakage from related piping, or leakage from the tank or connections, will not result in damage to the surrounding areas or to the lower floors of the
building. A water heater should always be located in
an area with a floor drain or installed in an adequately drained catch pan suitable for water heaters.
Proper clearance must be provided around the
AdvantagePlus as follows: Sides, bottom, top, and back
are 0" (zero clearance). Front of the appliance needs 24"
(61 cm) service clearance minimum. This front service
may be achieved by a non-rated or combustible door or
access panel; providing the 24" (61 cm) service clearance
is achieved when the door is opened or panel is
location for your water heater centralized to
D. EXPANSION TANK
A potable hot water expansion tank may be required to
offset the water expansion as the water is heated. In
most city plumbing systems, the water meter has a no
return or back flow device built into the system to prevent
back flowing of water back into city mains. Back flow preventers may be found on all incoming water supplies.
Under these circumstances, you will need a hot water
expansion tank listed for potable water use. The expansion tank should be located on the cold inlet piping close
to the water heater. The expansion tank must be suit-
able for hot potable water.
n WARNING
The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover any
damage or defect caused by installation or attachment or use of any special attachments such as energy saving devices (other than those authorized by the
manufacturer) into, onto, or in conjunction with the
water heater. The use of such unauthorized devices may
shorten the life of the water heater and may endanger
life and property. The manufacturer disclaims any
responsibility for such loss or injury resulting from
the use of such unauthorized devices.
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E. DOMESTIC WATER CONNECTIONS
The water connections must be installed in accordance with all national and local plumbing codes, or
any prevailing standard. NEVER USE DIELECTRIC
UNIONS OR GALVANIZED STEEL FITTINGS ON
ADVANTAGEPLUS CONNECTIONS. The inlet and out-
let connections are 1" on the 55 gallon models and 11/2" on the 80 and 119 gallon models. On the cold inlet,
install a 1" brass tee on the 55 gallon models, or a 1-1/2"
brass tee on the 80 and 119 gallon models. On the run
of the 1" brass tee install, with pipe sealant, compound a
1" brass drain cock or it’s equivalent (not supplied). Into
the branch of the 1" or 1-1/2" brass tee install a copper
male adapter to match with the copper plumbing system.
For convenience, you may install a shut off valve and a
union in the cold inlet piping to ease servicing in the future. If there is a back flow preventer, or any type of a
check valve in the system, then you must install an additional tee for a suitable potable thermal expansion tank.
(See section on Expansion Tank.) In the hot outlet connection, (top left), install a suitable adapter to match the
copper tubing of the plumbing system. A thermal trap or
heat trap loop may be installed here to provide additional
energy savings and prevent thermal siphoning of domestic hot water. If required, a domestic hot water tempering/anti-scald valve should be installed into the hot water
line to prevent the maximum outlet water temperature
from exceeding 125°F (52°C) to prevent scald injury.
F. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR BOOSTER
INSTALLATIONS
All booster heaters are supplied with the “Booster
Installation" kit. In order to maintain proper temperature,
this kit must be correctly installed. The Booster kit contains the following list of parts:
#01 - Nibco Tee - 1"x 1"x 1/2" (2 pcs.)
#02 - Female Adapter - 1" (2 pcs.)
#03 - Dial Thermometer (2 pcs.)
#04 - Expansion Tank - 4-1/2 Gal.
#05 - Grundfos 3 Speed Pump w/ Check Valve
#06 - Nibco 1.2" x 12" Fitting Air Chamber
#07 - Vacuum Relief Valve
#08 - Pressure Gauge - 0 - 200 PSI
#09 - Nibco Tee 712R - 1"x 1" x 3/4" (2 pcs.)
#10 - Nibco Tee 714RR - 1"x 1/2"x 1"
#11 - Nibco Tee - 1"x 1/2"x 1" Copper
#12 - Reducing Coupling
#13 - Pressure Reducing Valve
#14 - Nibco Male Adapter - 1"
See the following drawing for a typical “Booster” installation. Please note that those items marked with an asterisk in the drawing are not included with the Booster kit,
but are items that should be installed in a typical dishwasher package.
The booster heater is equipped with a circulating pump to provide the
minimum water flow in the booster and maintain a uniform water temperature in the tank.
booster to the dishwasher, and the length of time between washes, it
may be necessary to run an empty rack to purge the supply line of
water that has cooled below 180ºF (82ºC). For this reason it is best to
locate the booster as close as possible to the dishwasher. The circulator
is equipped with
Depending on the physical distance from the
three speeds to increase flow rate and reduce
heat loss. Reference the “Distance” chart to determine the appropriate
circulator speed setting.
All piping should be
perature loss on the
sulation is recommended. Under no
booster be installed without a circulating pump.
installed with suitable pipe insulation to avoid tem-
re-circulation line. A minimum of 1" thick pipe in-
circumstances should the the
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G. LIGHTING AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
n WARNING
If the information in this manual is not followed
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
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.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
• 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.
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n WARNING
Tank MUST be full of water before power is turned
on. Heat exchanger coil WILL BE DAMAGED if energized even for a short time while the tank is dry. The
water heater’s warranty does not cover damage or
failure resulting from operation with an empty or partially empty tank. (Reference is made to the limited
warranty for complete terms and conditions)
H. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
The electrical connection for the AdvantagePlus is on the
left side of the combustion shroud. There is a 1/2" knockout location for electrical connection. All electrical wiring
must be performed by a qualified licensed electrician,
and in accordance with National Electrical Code and
Canadian Electrical Code, or to the applicable local
codes and standards. The electrical requirements are
for standard 120 volts, 60 Hz., 10 amp service. It is
recommended that an electrical disconnect switch be
placed near the water heater, and that the connection to
the AdvantagePlus be made using 3/8" extra-flex, or 3/8"
greenfield (or equivalent). This unit must be wired with
#14 AWG, and fused for no more than 15 amps. It is
of extreme importance that this unit be properly
grounded and be connected with proper polarity!
Ground the water heater by connecting the green wire in
the electrical access compartment directly to the main
building ground system. It is very important that the
building system ground is inspected by a qualified
electrician prior to making this connection. Once all
connections have been made, the electrical access may
be closed. It is very important that the electrical power is
not turned on until gas and venting connections are
completed and the tank is full of water.
I. GAS CONNECTION
Refer to the below table to size the supply piping to
minimize pressure drop between meter or regulator
and unit. In Canada, use table found in CAN/CSA
B149.1
Maximum Capacity of Pipe in Cubic Feet of Gas per
Hour for Gas Pressures of 0.5 psi or Less and a
Pressure Drop of 0.3 Inch water Column
Gas Table
(Nominal
Iron Pipe Internal Length of Pipe (Feet)
Size Diameter
(inches) (inches) 10 20 30 40 50 60 70
3/4 .824 278 190 152 130 115 105 96 BTU’S
1 1.049 520 350 285 245 215 195 180 PER
1 1/4 1.380
1 1/2 1.610 1,600 1,100 890 760 670 610 560 x1,000
(Nominal
Iron Pipe Internal Length of Pipe (Feet)
Size Diameter
(inches) (inches) 80 90 100 125 150 175 200
3/4 .824
1 1.049 170 160 150 130 120 110 100 PER
1 1/4
1 1/2 1.610 530 490 460 410 380 350 320 x1,000
1,050 730 590 500 440 400 370
90 84 79 72 64 59 55 BTU’S
1.380 350 320 305 275 250 225 210
HOUR
}
HOUR
}
It is recommended that a soapy solution be used to detect
leaks. Bubbles will appear on the pipe to indicate a leak is
present. The gas piping must be sized for the proper flow
and length of pipe, to avoid excessive pressure drop. Both
the gas meter and the gas regulator must be properly
sized for the total gas load. If you experience a pressure
drop greater than 1” WC, the meter, regulator or gas
line is undersized or in need of service. You can attach
a manometer to the incoming gas drip leg, by removing
the cap and installing the manometer. The gas pressure
must remain between 3.5” WC and 14” WC during standby (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 AdvantagePlus. It is
very important that the gas line is properly purged by
the installer, gas supplier or utility. Failure to properly
purge the lines or improper line sizing, will result in
ignition failure. This problem is especially noticeable in
NEW LP installations and also in empty tank situations.
This can also occur when a utility company shuts off
service to an area to provide maintenance to their lines.
The gas valve must not be replaced with a conventional
gas valve under any circumstances. As an additional
safety feature in the AdvantagePlus water heater, the gas
valve in this appliance has a flanged connection to the
swirl plate and blower.
Gas supply shall not exceed a maximum inlet pressure
of 14" water column (350 mm), 1/2 pound pressure (3.4
kPa), between 3.5” WC and 14” WC (natural and
propane). The entire piping system, gas meter, and regulator must be sized properly to prevent a pressure drop
greater than 0.5" of water column as stated in the
National Fuel Gas Code. Gas pressure information is
listed on the rating plate. It is very important that you
are connected only to the type of gas noted on the
rating plate; “LP” or propane gas or “Nat” natural
gas. All gas connections must be approved by the local
gas supplier or utility in addition to the governing
authority prior to turning
the gas supply on. The nipple
provided for the inlet gas connection is 1/2", and it is
mandatory that a 3/4" to 1/2" reducing bushing (provided)
is used, threaded into the branch of a 3/4" tee, and a drip
leg fabricated, as per the National Fuel Gas Code and in
Canada refer to CAN/CSA B149.1.
You must ensure that the entire gas line to the reducing bushing connection at the AdvantagePlus is no
smaller than 3/4".
n CAUTION
THE USE OF FLEXIBLE GAS CONNECTORS IS
NOT RECOMMENDED. HOWEVER, IF USED, IT IS
IMPERATIVE THAT THEY ARE SIZED CORRECTLY.
FLEXIBLE GAS CONNECTORS MUST HAVE A MINIMUM
ID OF 3/4". A MINIMUM 3/4" ID MUST BE MAINTAINED TO
AVOID RESTRICTION OF GAS FLOW! NEVER REDUCE
THE GAS SUPPLY LINE BELOW 3/4"! In Canada, refer
to CAN/CSA B149.1 for approved connections.
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