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Lochinvar Armor AWH0400N User Manual

Lochinvar Armor AWH0400N
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Installation & Operation
Manual
Models: 400 - 1000
Series 100 & 101
This manual must only be used by
a qualified heating installer / service
technician. Read all instructions,
including this manual and the
Armor Water Heater Service
Manual, before installing. Perform
steps in the order given. Failure
to comply could result in severe
personal injury, death, or substantial
property damage.
WARNING
Save this manual for future reference.
100331786_2000588637_Rev B
-- This water heater MUST NOT be installed in
any location where gasoline or flammable vapors
are likely to be present.
-- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any
phone in your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a near by
phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
• 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.
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.

Table of Contents

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Lochinvar Armor AWH0400N Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryWater Heater
BrandLochinvar
ModelArmor AWH0400N
Fuel TypeNatural Gas
Input BTU/hr400, 000
Thermal Efficiency95%
Water Connection3/4" NPT
Gas Connection3/4" NPT
Storage Capacity (Gallons)40
Minimum Water Supply Pressure (psi)20
Maximum Water Supply Pressure (psi)150
Vent Connection4"
Vent Diameter (inches)4

Summary

Please read before proceeding

When servicing the water heater

Safety precautions for maintenance, including electrical disconnect and cooling.

Water heater operation

Guidelines for safe operation, avoiding air blockage and dealing with flooding.

Ratings

Determine water heater location

Closet and Alcove Installations

Defines closet/alcove and provides clearance requirements for them.

Clearances, Air Openings, and Contamination Prevention

Specifies clearances, air openings, and preventing combustion air contamination.

Residential Garage & Existing Vent Systems

Precautions for garages and procedures for using existing vent systems.

Prepare water heater

Remove from Pallet & Gas Conversions

Instructions for pallet removal and converting the unit for LP gas.

General venting

Direct Venting Options & Installation

Illustrates sidewall and vertical termination options and installation procedures.

Venting Materials, Sizing & Requirements

Covers materials (PVC, Polypropylene, Stainless Steel), sizing, and Canadian requirements.

Common Venting & Air Contamination

Criteria for common venting and preventing air contamination.

Sidewall direct venting

Sidewall Termination & Clearances

Guidelines for sidewall terminations and required clearance distances.

Wall Penetrations & Multiple Terminations

Instructions for preparing wall penetrations and terminating multiple vents.

Vertical direct venting

Vertical Termination & Clearances

Guidelines for vertical terminations and required clearance distances on a roof.

Alternate Venting & Chase Installations

Using existing vent systems for alternate vertical concentric venting.

Outdoor installations

Outdoor Venting Location & Unit Placement

Guidance on selecting suitable locations and placing the unit outdoors.

System piping

Piping Methods, Components & Scalding

Discusses piping methods, components, scalding hazards, and water chemistry.

Valves, Expansion Tanks & Pressure Drop

Details on valves, expansion tanks, and pressure drop considerations.

Gas connections

Connecting Gas Supply & Checking Pressure

Instructions for connecting gas supply and checking inlet pressure.

Natural Gas, Propane & Valve Requirements

Requirements for natural/propane gas, sizing, pressure, and valve replacement.

Field wiring

Wiring Compliance & Connections

Lists compliance codes and instructions for line and low voltage connections.

Control Wiring & Cascade Configuration

Details control wiring, sensors, switches, and cascade wiring.

Condensate disposal

Condensate Drain Installation & Maintenance

Instructions for connecting, maintaining, and troubleshooting the condensate drain line and trap.

Start-up

Water Chemistry, Gas Leaks & Initial Checks

Procedures for water chemistry, gas leak checks, and pre-startup checks.

Flame, Combustion & Setpoints

Checking flame, combustion, adjusting set points, and setting the clock.

Cascade Configuration

Steps to configure multiple units for cascade operation.

Operating information

General Operation, Controls & Protection

Overview of operation, inputs/outputs, temperature control, and protection features.

Temperature Regulation & Cascade Operation

How temperature is regulated, high limits, freeze protection, and cascade operation.

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedules & Initial Checks

Overview of maintenance schedules and general checks.

Piping, System & Electrode Checks

Checking piping, water system, relief valve, and electrodes.

Heat Exchanger Cleaning & Flue System Checks

Detailed cleaning of heat exchanger and checks for flue/air systems.

Diagrams

Ladder Diagram

Electrical ladder diagram illustrating system controls and wiring.

Wiring Diagram

Detailed wiring diagram for the appliance and its components.

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