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Aqua-Hot 450-DE Series User Manual

Aqua-Hot 450-DE Series
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SERVICE MANUAL
© 2012 Aqua-Hot Heating Systems Inc.
AHE-450-DE4

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Aqua-Hot 450-DE Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAqua-Hot
Model450-DE Series
CategoryHeater
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to Aqua-Hot 450-DE4

Major System Overview

Explains the core systems and how they interact.

Domestic Hot Water Priority

Details the system's priority for hot water over interior heating.

Engine Preheat System

Describes the system responsible for heating the engine block in cold weather.

Interior Heating System

Explains how the system provides heat to the motorhome interior.

AC Circuit Operation

Describes the function of the electric heating element and AC power source.

Aqua-Hot 450-DE4 Overview

Technical Specifications

Lists key technical data and specifications for the Aqua-Hot 450-DE unit.

Antifreeze Solution Guide

Details the importance and types of antifreeze and water mixture.

Water Quality for Antifreeze

Explains the requirements for water quality when mixing antifreeze.

Antifreeze Terms and Ratios

Clarifies terms and recommended mixture ratios for antifreeze.

Interior Switch Panel

Diesel-Burner Switch

Explains the operation and function of the diesel-burner switch.

Electric Element Switch

Details the function of the electric heating element switch.

Engine Preheat Switch

Describes how to activate the engine preheat feature using the switch.

Exhaust System Requirements

Exhaust System Installation

Outlines essential safety and installation requirements for the exhaust system.

Aqua-Hot Components

Interlock Switch Function

Safety switch ensuring access cover is installed before burner operation.

Fluid-Level Sensor

Monitors antifreeze level to ensure adequate volume for operation.

Control Thermostat

Monitors boiler tank temperature to determine heating needs.

AC High-Limit Thermostat

Safety device preventing overheating of the electric heating element.

DC High-Limit Thermostats

Safety measure preventing diesel-burner operation at excessive temperatures.

Low-Temperature Cutoff Thermostat

Manages interior heating based on domestic hot water usage.

Tempering Valve

Mixes heated water with cold water to prevent scalding.

Circulation Pumps #1 and #2

Circulate heated solution for interior heating zones.

Electric Heating Element

Provides AC power as an alternate heat source for the boiler tank.

Electronic Controller

Controller Overview

Describes the electronic circuit board controlling heating system functions.

Controller General Facts

Provides essential operating parameters and electrical characteristics.

Secondary 12V DC Battery Connection

A safety feature for uninterrupted operation of the diesel burner.

Low-Voltage Reset Feature

Procedure to reset the controller after a low voltage interruption.

Pin Jumper Configuration

Details correct jumper settings for system functionality.

Indicator Lights

Low Battery Voltage Fault

Alerts to low DC voltage below 10.5 Volts for over 5 minutes.

Low Tank-Level Cutoff

Shuts down heating elements if antifreeze level is inadequate.

Heating Status Indicator

Indicates when the diesel-burner or electric element is active for heating.

Diesel-Burner Status Indicator

Shows the operational status of the diesel-burner (on, fault, off).

Electric Heating Element Status

Shows the status of the electric heating element (on, fault, off).

Diesel-Burner

Diesel-Burner Overview

Explains the function of the diesel-burner as a heat source.

Detaching and Reattaching the Diesel Burner

Detaching the Diesel Burner

Provides step-by-step guidance for safely removing the diesel burner.

Diesel-Burner Components

Diesel-Burner Motor

Details the motor that drives the air blower and fuel pump.

Flame Sensor

Detects the flame and signals the controller for proper operation.

Ignition Electrodes

Produces the high-voltage spark to ignite the air/fuel mixture.

Fuel Nozzle

Atomizes diesel fuel into a fine spray for combustion.

Fuel Solenoid

Controls the flow of diesel fuel to the burner nozzle.

Fuel Pump

Draws and pressurizes diesel fuel for the burner.

Ignition Coil

Generates the high-voltage spark for ignition.

Diesel-Burner Controller

Manages all diesel-burner components and safety functions.

Troubleshooting

Black Smoking Issues

Guides on diagnosing and resolving black smoke issues from the heater.

Blue/White Smoking Issues

Troubleshooting steps for blue/white smoke during heater operation.

Heating Zone Not Getting Hot

Addresses issues when a specific heating zone is not receiving heat.

Lack of Domestic Hot Water

Provides steps to diagnose and fix issues with domestic hot water supply.

Antifreeze Leaking

Guides on inspecting components to locate and fix antifreeze leaks.

Wiring Diagram

Wiring Diagram (Pre-Jan 2011)

Electrical schematic for units manufactured prior to January 2011.

Wiring Diagram (Jan-Aug 2011)

Electrical schematic for units manufactured between Jan and Aug 2011.

Wiring Diagram (Post-Sep 2011)

Electrical schematic for units manufactured after September 1, 2011.

Wire Gauge Information

Determining DC Amperage Draw

Method to calculate the total DC amperage draw for system wiring.

Selecting Proper Wire Gauge

Guidance on selecting the correct wire gauge based on amperage and length.

Fuel Pressure Check and Adjustment

Checking Fuel Pressure

Procedures for verifying the fuel pump's pressure setting.

Adjusting Fuel Pressure

Steps to adjust the fuel pressure to the specified 145 PSI.

Extreme Cold Weather Operation

120V AC Electric Heating Element Use

How to use the AC element for heating in cold conditions.

Diesel-Burner Cold Weather Issues

Troubleshooting the diesel burner for failures in cold weather.

Lack of Interior Heat in Cold

Diagnosing causes for insufficient interior heating in cold weather.

Aqua-Hot Maintenance

Monthly Maintenance Checks

Routine checks for antifreeze level and burner operation.

Annual Maintenance Tune-Up

Recommended annual tune-up for optimal diesel-burner performance.

Aqua-Hot Maintenance Procedure

Detailed steps for performing annual maintenance tasks.

Winterization Process

Winterizing Domestic Water System

Instructions to protect the system from freezing during storage.

De-Winterizing Domestic Water System

Steps to prepare the system after winter storage.

Filling/Draining with Heating Solution

Filling Aqua-Hot with Antifreeze

Procedure for filling the system with the correct antifreeze mixture.

Draining the Aqua-Hot

Instructions for safely draining the heating solution from the system.

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