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PowerFlex POWER VENTED GAS Models User Manual

PowerFlex POWER VENTED GAS Models
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RESIDENTIAL GAS WATER HEATERS
Installation and Operating Manual
1306 324083-003
KEEP THIS MANUAL IN THE POCKET ON HEATER FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WHENEVER MAINTENANCE ADJUSTMENT OR SERVICE IS REQUIRED.
POWER VENTED GAS MODELS
WITH HOT SURFACE IGNITION
NOT FOR USE IN MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOMES
For Your Safety
AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED
BY THIS WATER HEATER.
ALL TECHNICAL AND WARRANTY QUESTIONS: SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE LOCAL DEALER FROM WHOM THE WATER HEATER WAS
PURCHASED. IF YOU ARE UNSUCCESSFUL, PLEASE CONTACT THE COMPANY LISTED ON THE RATING PLATE ON THE WATER HEATER.

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PowerFlex POWER VENTED GAS Models Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPowerFlex
ModelPOWER VENTED GAS Models
CategoryWater Heater
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE

GENERAL SAFETY

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS

Warnings regarding fire, explosion, flammable vapors, and gas.

SCALD HAZARD

Risks of severe burns from excessively hot water.

CARBON MONOXIDE AND VENTILATION HAZARDS

Dangers of carbon monoxide gas and importance of proper ventilation.

FLAMMABLE VAPOR IGNITION HAZARDS

Risks of flammable vapors igniting from the water heater's ignition source.

WATER PIPING AND SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS

HOT WATER SCALD HAZARDS

Warnings about hot water scalding and protective measures.

WATER HEATER OPERATION SEQUENCE

OPERATING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM

Reference to thermostat operation and temperature settings.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WIRING

ELECTRICAL SAFETY WARNINGS

Critical safety warning regarding electrical shock hazards during servicing.

SAFETY LOCKOUT FEATURES

HIGH LIMIT AND PRESSURE SWITCHES

Explains thermostat, blower high limit, and air pressure safety switches.

FLAMMABLE VAPOR SENSOR FUNCTION

Details the flammable vapor sensor and its lockout mechanism.

LOCATING THE NEW WATER HEATER

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR INSTALLATION

SERVICING AND COMBUSTIBLE CLEARANCES

Minimum safe distances for servicing and near combustible materials.

CARBON MONOXIDE AND VENTILATION

Critical warning about carbon monoxide risks and ventilation.

INSTALLING THE NEW WATER HEATER

CLOSED WATER SYSTEMS AND THERMAL EXPANSION

PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARDS

Warnings about water damage and the need for expansion tanks.

TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE

EXPLOSION HAZARD WARNING

Critical warning about explosion risks if T&P valve is not properly installed.

T&P VALVE DISCHARGE PIPE REQUIREMENTS

Specifications for the safe discharge piping of the T&P relief valve.

HIGH ALTITUDE AND GAS PIPING SAFETY

HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION WARNING

Requirements for high altitude operation and carbon monoxide risks.

GAS PIPING SAFETY WARNINGS

Warnings about gas type, pressure, and installation safety.

GAS PIPING INSTALLATION DETAILS

FILLING THE WATER HEATER AND VENTING

VENTING SAFETY WARNINGS

Critical warnings about venting and carbon monoxide risks.

VENT SYSTEM INSTALLATION AND BLOWER

BLOWER ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION

Instructions for securely mounting and connecting the blower assembly.

PLANNING THE VENT SYSTEM LAYOUT

Guidelines for planning the vent pipe routing and support.

EXHAUST VENTING GUIDELINES

IMPORTANT NOTES AND WARNINGS FOR VENTING

Critical safety notes and warnings related to vent system installation.

VENTING INSTRUCTIONS AND SOLVENT CEMENT

VENTING INSTALLATION PROCEDURES

Step-by-step instructions for installing the vent piping system.

SOLVENT CEMENT AND PRIMER USAGE CAUTION

Safety precautions for using flammable solvent cements and primers.

VENT PIPE CONNECTION TO BLOWER

COUPLING INSTALLATION FOR VARIOUS VENT SIZES

Details on connecting vent pipes to the blower using different couplings.

VENT PIPE PREPARATION AND BLOWER DIRECTION

BLOWER EXHAUST DIRECTION ADJUSTMENT

How to rotate the blower assembly for horizontal venting.

FIRE HAZARD WARNING FOR SOLVENTS

Warning about flammability of primers and cements used for piping.

INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING

Crucial safety warnings and steps to take before lighting the heater.

OPERATING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM

GAS CONTROL VALVE/THERMOSTAT OPERATION

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

BURNER OPERATION AND INSPECTION

ANODE ROD INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT

TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE TEST

DANGER BURN HAZARD FROM RELIEF VALVE

Warnings about severe burn risks when testing the relief valve.

DRAINING AND FLUSHING THE WATER HEATER

SERVICE AND LEAKAGE CHECKPOINTS

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES (CONTINUED)

IGNITION STATE AND SYSTEM CODES