Camec IWH-1.5 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Camec IWH-1.5 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Instantaneous gas water heater

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Installation and Operating Instructions – Version 11.3
Part Numbers: 043993 (Black Door); 042793 (White Door)
The IWH-1.5 instantaneous water heater is designed according the Australian Standards for
installation in recreational vehicles. This water heater is not for use in space heating or
marine application.
If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly,
WARNING:
a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

Evacuate all persons from the caravan or RV.
Shut off the gas supply at the gas container or source.
Do not touch any electrical switch, or use any phone or radio in the vehicle.
Do not start the vehicle's engine or electric generator.
Contact the nearest gas supplier or qualified service technician for repairs.
If you cannot reach a gas supplier or qualified service technician, contact the
nearest fire station or emergency services.
Do not turn on the gas supply until the gas leak(s) has been repaired.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, OEM
or the gas supplier.
To avoid scalding, water supplied to the shower and hand basin should pass
through a tempering valve to restrict the water temperature to 50 degrees C.
We recommend the John Guest tempering valve 12mm – code 042586.
WARNING: Installation of this product must comply with the requirements of
AS/NZS 3500.4
WARNING: Do not block any pressure relief valves if fitted when installing
this Hot Water System.
IWH-1.5 Instantaneous Gas Water Heater
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  • Page 1 Installation and Operating Instructions – Version 11.3 Part Numbers: 043993 (Black Door); 042793 (White Door) The IWH-1.5 instantaneous water heater is designed according the Australian Standards for installation in recreational vehicles. This water heater is not for use in space heating or marine application.
  • Page 2 Installation Instructions for the IWH-1.5 Water Heater The IWH-1.5 water heater is designed to be installable and removable from the exterior of the vehicle. The mounting instructions are for the PrecisionTemp surface mount door. No other door should be used. Doing so will void the warranty and cause the heater to malfunction and could cause damage or injury.
  • Page 3 Cut a rectangular hole with a width of 33 cm and a height of 33cm at the selected position. Push the IWH-1.5 into the opening. Center the heater in the opening and start a screw in the top center hole.
  • Page 4 Connection of the Gas Supply Connect an approved gas line at the 3/8” (or ½”) standard gas inlet and use an approved sealant for this connection. Due to the high gas rate we recommend a gas supply pipe of 8mm minimum diameter. Gas pipe sizing and flueing must be in accordance with AS 5601.2 Connection Water of the Supply and Hot Water Outlet The cold water inlet and the hot water outlet are connected via 2 standard ½”...
  • Page 5 Connection Electrical Supply and Remote Control The water heater is designed for 12 VDC (10…15V, negative ground). The power leads are on the back of the heater and should be connected via a breaking switch to the 12 V system of the RV.
  • Page 6 Operating Instructions and first operation test Note to installer: You must test the operation of this appliance after installation. Pressurize the water system by turning on pump or city water pressure. Purge all air from system by turning on the taps until a steady stream of water flows from the taps.
  • Page 7 Troubleshooting The IWH-1.5 is equipped with a microprocessor based self-diagnostic system. Possible errors are displayed on the LED display of the remote control. Failure code shown in the display Pilot flame doesn’t light up after 10 sec. Flame controller delivers a signal before water tap is opened.
  • Page 8 Routine Maintenance All tap aerators and showerheads should be cleaned regularly. It is recommended that the IWH-1.5 be inspected by a qualified service technician at least once a year. Particular attention should be paid to the following: Be sure that the air inlet openings and flue area (screen) are clear of any debris or obstructions, (leaves, bug nests, spider webs, etc.)
  • Page 9 Specifications Gas supply pressure propane (mbar) 27.5 Burner pressure propane (kPa) Nominal max. input in kW (propane) 10.7 Maximum consumption (g/h) Maximum consumption (MJ/h) 38.5 Minimum input in kW Injector Ø1.87mm x 4 Burner Pressure (kPa) Efficiency (%) >90 Maximum water pressure (bar) Minimum water pressure (bar) Minimum starting water flow (l/min) Shut down water flow (l/min)
  • Page 10 Who to Contact For service and spares, please contact your selling agent: Camec Pty Ltd Head Office – Victoria 47-63 Remington Drive Dandenong South, Vic 3175 Australia Phone: (03) 9799 6455 Fax: (03) 9799 6466 Email: camec@camec.com.au New South Wales Branch Units 2 &...

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