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Amtrol Champion CH-41Z - User Manual

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INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE OWNER
IMPORTANT GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION - ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY ALERTS APPEAR IN THE FOLLOWING
INSTRUCTIONS.
READ CAREFULLY THE PRODUCT INSTALLATION, OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL MAY RESULT IN
SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, AND WILL VOID THE PRODUCT WARRANTY. THIS
PRODUCT MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED PROFESSIONAL. FOLLOW ALL APPLICABLE LOCAL AND STATE
CODES AND REGULATIONS, IN THE ABSENCE OF SUCH CODES, FOLLOW THE CURRENT EDITIONS OF THE
NATIONAL PLUMBING CODE AND NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE, AS APPLICABLE.
THIS IS THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. IT IS USED TO ALERT YOU TO POTENTIAL PERSONAL INJURY AND
OTHER HAZARDS. OBEY ALL SAFETY MESSAGES THAT FOLLOW THIS SYMBOL TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
PERSONAL INJURY AS WELL AS PROPERTY DAMAGE.
The heat transfer medium must be water or other nontoxic fluid having a toxicity rating or class of
1, as listed in Clinical Toxicology of Commercial Products, 5th edition. The pressure of the heat
transfer medium must be limited to 30 PSIG by an approved safety or relief valve.
West Warwick, Rhode Island 02893
INSTALLATION, OPERATION
& MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
All Champion Series
™
Part #: 9040-678 (07/09)
Champion Series
™
INDIRECT-FIRED WATER HEATER

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • Z
    zimmermanchristopherAug 12, 2025
    Why is there no hot water from my Amtrol Water Heater?
    • P
      Priscilla EvansAug 12, 2025
      If your Amtrol Water Heater isn't producing hot water, here are a few things to check: * Examine the circuit breaker, boiler emergency switch, and boiler reset switch. * Purge any air from the system. Make sure the circulator is on the Boiler Supply and inspect the air vents. * Inspect the circulator and zone valve; repair or replace them if needed. * Check the boiler system, as it must be operational to generate hot water. * Verify continuity while rotating the knob to ensure the circuit opens and closes correctly.
  • L
    Lori AvilaAug 20, 2025
    What to do if the relief valve on my Amtrol Champion CH-41Z is dripping?
    • D
      David BrownAug 20, 2025
      If the relief valve on your Amtrol Water Heater is dripping or opening, consider these solutions: * Install the correct Therm-X-Trol® or equivalent thermal expansion tank. * Make sure the precharge air pressure matches the static water pressure. * If your city pressure exceeds 80psi, install a Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV). * Find out what is causing the over temperature condition and fix it. * Replace the relief valve.
  • J
    jbennettAug 25, 2025
    Why is my Amtrol Water Heater making noise?
    • S
      Stephanie HowardAug 25, 2025
      If your BoilerMate® is making noise, try these steps: * Purge the boiler loop and check the air elimination equipment. * Repair or replace the pump. * Make sure the proper Therm-X-Trol® or equivalent thermal expansion tank is installed and the air charge is adjusted correctly. * Note that a creaking or hissing sound is normal when first pressurized and should stop after pressurizing. Always check for leaks.
  • J
    jennifer75Aug 27, 2025
    Why is the water from my Amtrol Champion CH-41Z too hot?
    • T
      Tonya RomeroAug 27, 2025
      If the water from your Amtrol Water Heater is too hot, you can try the following: * Reduce the temperature setpoint. * If the Boiler Return is plumbed to the suction-side of a heating circulator, overheating can occur when the home’s heat is on. Correct the plumbing. * Fully insert the temperature sensor bulb. * Repair or replace any faulty components. * Clean, repair, or replace any necessary parts.
  • A
    ashley64Aug 31, 2025
    What causes discolored water from Amtrol Champion CH-41Z?
    • M
      Matthew SchmittAug 31, 2025
      If you notice discolored water from your Amtrol Water Heater, here's what could be happening: * Have the water tested for contaminants. Common issues include: Blue/green color indicating copper discoloration due to low pH; Black staining/sulfur odor indicating hydrogen sulfide; White deposits indicating hard water; Red staining indicating high iron levels. * Install a sediment filter and purge the unit more often to prevent future problems.
  • M
    Maurice RodriguezSep 4, 2025
    What to do if circulator or zone valve will not operate when calling for hot water in Amtrol Water Heater?
    • V
      Veronica McclainSep 4, 2025
      If the circulator or zone valve isn't working when you call for hot water from your Amtrol Water Heater: * Check the connections using the wiring diagrams. * Repair or replace the pump or zone valve.
  • A
    Alexandra DavisSep 8, 2025
    What to do if boiler will not operate when calling for hot water in Amtrol Water Heater?
    • K
      Karen FullerSep 8, 2025
      If the boiler does not operate when calling for hot water in your Amtrol Water Heater: * Check the connections using the wiring diagrams. * Note that the boiler will periodically cycle on and off during operation. * Have the boiler repaired to restore proper operation.
  • C
    ckaufmanNov 15, 2025
    What to do if my Amtrol Champion CH-41Z has insufficient hot water?
    • D
      Dawn BartlettNov 15, 2025
      If your Amtrol Water Heater isn't providing enough hot water, consider the following: * Check the sizing of the water heater based on your household size and boiler output. * Increase the temperature setpoint. * Wire the system for domestic hot water priority. If the issue continues, think about adding storage or increasing the tank size. * Check the Boiler Supply/Boiler Return during a cold startup. If the temperature difference is less than 20F, clean the heat exchanger and install water treatment equipment to prevent this from happening again. * Check for an undersized or faulty circulator, a stuck or undersized zone valve. Make sure all shutoff valves are open and inspect for a stuck flow check valve. Purge the boiler loop to remove any air. * Install or replace the dip tu...

Summary

Pre-Installation Checklist

Circulator vs. Zone Valve Selection

Decision on using a separate circulator or a zone valve for flow control.

Required Components and Accessories Checklist

Heat Exchanger Pressure Drop Chart

Chart to help select the proper circulator based on flow rate and pressure drop.

CH-41 Z;CH80 Z Piping Installation

Domestic Water Piping

Instructions for connecting cold and hot water supply lines.

Boiler Piping

Instructions for connecting the circulator or zone valve and boiler return.

CH-41 BZ Champion Series Piping Installation

Domestic Water Piping

Steps for plumbing the cold water supply and hot water outlet.

Boiler Piping

Guidance on connecting the boiler supply and return lines.

Wiring

Aquastat Types and Wiring Diagrams

Details on aquastat types for different models and wiring schematics.

Startup Procedure For All Models

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Table listing common problems, their causes, and solutions.

Replacement Parts

Component Identification and Part Numbers

List of replaceable parts with corresponding part numbers and diagrams.

General Safety Information

Safety Hazards and Precautions

Covers scalding, explosion, chemical, and electrical hazards.

Amtrol Champion CH-41Z Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAmtrol
ModelChampion CH-41Z
CategoryWater Heater
LanguageEnglish

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