PowerMax Pool Heater
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SECTION 1.
General Information
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, this
appliance must be installed by a licensed plumber or
gas fitter.
WARNING
The PowerMax pool heater must be installed in
accordance with the procedures detailed in this
manual, or the warranty may be voided. The
installation must conform to the requirements of the
local jurisdiction having authority, and, in the United
States, to the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54. In Canada, the
installation must conform to the latest edition of
CAN/CGA-B149.1, Natural Gas Installation Code or
CAN/CGA-B149.2, Propane Gas Installation Code,
and/or local codes. Where required by the authority
having jurisdiction, the installation of PowerMax
appliances must conform to the Standard for
Controls and Safety Devices for Automatically Fired
Boilers, ANSI/ASME CSD-1. Any modifications to
the boiler, its gas controls, or wiring may void the
warranty. If field conditions require modifications,
consult the factory representative before initiating
such modifications.
1.1 Introduction
This manual provides information necessary for
the installation, operation, and maintenance of
PowerMax copper tube pool heaters. Read it carefully
before installation.
All application and installation procedures
should be reviewed completely before proceeding with
the installation. Consult Pentair Technical Support
(sse page 2), or your local sales representative, with
any issues or questions regarding this equipment.
Experience has shown that most operating issues are
caused by improper installation.
The PowerMax appliance is protected against
over pressurization. A pressure relief valve is fitted to
all appliances. It is installed on the outlet header, at
the water outlet of the appliance.
IMPORTANT: The inlet gas pressure to the appliance
must not exceed 13" W.C. (3.2kPa).
All installations must be made in accordance
with the 1). American National Standard Z223.1/
NFPA54-Latest Edition “National Fuel Gas Code” or
2). CAN/CGA 1-B149 “Installation Codes for Gas
Burning Appliances and Equipment” and with the
requirement of the local utility or other authorities
having jurisdiction. Such applicable requirements take
precedence over the general instructions contained
herein.
All electrical wiring is to be done in accordance
with the local codes, or in the absence of local codes,
with: 1). The National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA
No. 70-latest Edition, or 2). CSA STD. C22.1
“Canadian Electrical Code - Part 1”. This appliance
must be electrically grounded in accordance with these
codes.
1.2 Model Identification
Consult the rating plate on the unit. The
following information describes the model number
structure.
Model Character Designation
1-2 Model Series Designation
P M = PowerMax
3 Usage
P = Pool Heater
4-7 Size
0 5 0 0 = 500,000 BTU/h input
0 7 5 0 = 750,000 BTU/h input
1 0 0 0 = 999,000 BTU/h input
1 2 5 0 = 1,250,000 BTU/h input
1 5 0 0 = 1,500,000 BTU/h input
1 7 5 0 = 1,750,000 BTU/h input
2 0 0 0 = 1,999,000 BTU/h input
8 Fuel
N = Natural Gas
P = Liquid Propane
9 Altitude
A = 0-10,000 feet
10 Location
C = Indoor and Outdoor
11 Firing Mode
C = On-off
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
P M P A C C 2 N
SERIES
PM
USAGE
P
SIZE
0500
0750
1000
1250
1500
1750
2000
FUEL
N
P
ALTITUDE
A
FIRING
MODE
C (ON/OFF)
LOCATION
C
REVISION
2
HEAT
EXCHANGER
B
C
K
N
P
S
OPTIONS
CODE
X
J
L
PUMP
OPTIONS
N
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