SmartPlate Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual
CHAPTER 1 – GENERAL INFORMATION
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GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
This manual provides detailed coverage for the AERCO SmartPlate line of Water-to-Water
Heaters. Each SmartPlate Water Heater model is equipped with AERCO’s Electronic Control
System (ECS), specifically designed for SmartPlate (ECS/SP), and an Electronic Control Valve,
MXG-461. This Control System and Valve combination is used with all SmartPlate models and
sizes.
The following SmartPlate Single-Wall and Double-Wall Heat Exchanger Water Heater models
are available:
SP23, SP33 SP45, SP69, SP150
120V 60 Hz
220V 50 Hz
220V 60 Hz
SPDW23, SPDW32, SPDW42, SPDW61, SPDW113
* Appropriate add-on kits differentiate overall product for given DHW side operating pressure.
** Internal power wiring and recirculation pump differentiates the power option.
Figure 1-1 shows a typical SmartPlate Water Heater with a single-wall heat exchanger. Piping
assembly components are similar for double-wall models. The remaining sections in this chapter
provide descriptions of the units, assemblies and sub-assemblies included with the SmartPlate
models.