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STA-RITE Max-E-Therm® User Manual

STA-RITE Max-E-Therm®
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© 2008 Pentair Water Pool and Spa, Inc.
All rights reserved.
This document is subject to change without notice.
1620 Hawkins Ave., Sanford, NC 27330 • (800) 831-7133 • (919) 566-8000
10951 West Los Angeles Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021 • (800) 831-7133 • (805) 553-5000
Attention Installer
Please give this manual to the owner and/or
operator once installation is complete.
Attention User
Please retain this manual for future reference, it
contains important information that will help you in
operating and maintaining this heater.
Call (800) 831-7133 for additional free copies of these instructions.

Table of Contents

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STA-RITE Max-E-Therm® Specifications

General IconGeneral
Fuel TypeNatural Gas or Propane
Efficiency84%
IgnitionDirect Spark Ignition
BrandSTA-RITE
ModelMax-E-Therm®
CategorySwimming Pool Heater
Heat Exchanger MaterialCupro-nickel
BTU Rating200, 000 - 400, 000 BTU/hr
ControlsDigital
Water Flow Rate20-120 GPM
Operating Pressure50 PSI

Summary

Section 1. Introduction

CONSUMER INFORMATION AND SAFETY

Safety warnings from the CPSC regarding hazardous elevated water temperatures.

SAFETY INFORMATION

General safety information and warnings for the Max-E-Therm pool heater.

Section 2. Installation

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Instructions for connecting the heater to a 120/240 VAC power supply.

MAX-E-THERM® WIRING DIAGRAM

Wiring diagram for the heater's internal electrical system.

Section 3. Operation

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Step-by-step guide for lighting and operating the heater.

SAFETY CONTROLS

Overview of safety devices like Air Flow Switch, Water Pressure Switch, and High Limits.

OPERATING THE CONTROL PANEL

Explanation of control panel switches, indicator lights, and temperature display.

Section 4. Troubleshooting

Initial Troubleshooting

Preliminary checks and guidance for diagnosing heater issues.

Heater Will Not Fire - A

Troubleshooting chart for heaters that do not fire, starting with LED checks.

Heater Will Not Fire - B

Troubleshooting steps for heaters not firing, focusing on safety system checks.

Heater Will Not Fire - C

Diagnostic flow for heaters that won't fire, examining blower and gas valve operation.

Heater Will Not Fire - D

Troubleshooting steps for ignition issues, including igniter and gas pressure checks.

Diagnostic LED's: AGS, AFS, HLS, PS, THERMISTOR

Interpreting diagnostic LED codes for specific safety switches and components.

Burner Troubleshooting

Common burner symptoms, their causes, and recommended remedies.

Heat Exchanger Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting issues related to the heat exchanger, such as boiling or sweating.

Section 5. Maintenance

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