Giant 105 User Manual

IMPORTANT
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE BEGINNING THE CONVERSION. PROPER CONVERSION
WILL PROVIDE SAFE AND EFFICIENT SERVICE, AND AVOID NEEDLESS EXPENSE NOT COVERED BY THE
WARRANTY. SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL DEALER OR REFER
TO THE GETTING SERVICE FOR YOUR WATER HEATER SECTION OF THIS MANUAL. SAVE
THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCES.
COMMERCIAL ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS
CONVERSION KIT INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Model 105, 108 &112
This conversion kit shall be installed by
qualified service personnel only. The con-
version shall be carried out in accordance
with the requirements of the local authori-
ties having jurisdiction; and local and
national electrical codes.
Disconnect from power supply before
attempting the conversion procedure.
Additional safety lockout procedures may
be required! Read all instructions before
proceeding with the conversion procedure.
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© 2012 Giant Factories Inc. Printed in Canada
The purpose of this manual is to explain how to change the
voltage, wattage or phase of your commercial electric water
heater by changing the wiring configuration or the elements.
This manual is not intended to explain the rebuilding of com-
mercial electric water heaters in the field.
The addition or removal of heating elements originally
supplied with the water heater is not permitted by CSA
International. This modification shall not be attempted.
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Giant 105 Specifications

General

Brand	Giant
Model	105
Category	Water Heater
Language	English

Summary

Conversion Kit Contents

Items Included in the Conversion Kit

Lists the components provided in the conversion kit for the water heater.

Conversion Guidelines

Model and Process Requirements

Outlines model number, date, and restrictions for the conversion process.

Conversion Kit Selection

Selecting Kits for 208V, 240V, 277V, 480V Models

Guide to choosing the correct kit part number based on elements and desired voltage.

Selecting Kits for 600V Models

Guide to choosing the correct kit part number for 600V models.

Conversion Instructions

Water Heater Preparation

Steps to prepare the water heater unit and its packaging for conversion.

Wattage Conversion (kW)

Procedure for replacing elements to change the wattage of the water heater.

Voltage and Phase Conversion

Voltage Conversion Procedure

Steps to change the voltage tap on the control transformer.

Phase Conversion Procedure

Steps for converting between single-phase and three-phase configurations.

Post-Conversion Steps

Verification and Final Assembly

Checks for correct wiring, insulation, and installation of rating plates.

Final Checks and Support

Pre-Operation Check List

A checklist to ensure all conversion steps were completed correctly.

Miscellaneous Information

Contains tables and notes relevant to element resistance and current.

Getting Service for Your Water Heater

Instructions for obtaining technical support and service for the water heater.