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COMMERCIAL GAS WATER HEATER
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INSTALLATION
Thank you for buying this energy efficient water heater from
A.O. Smith Water Products Company. We appreciate your
confidence in our products.
PRINTED IN U.S.A. 0703
MODEL BT- 65
Glass-Lined Tank-type Water Heater
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OPERATION
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SERVICE
PLACE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ADJACENT TO HEATER
AND NOTIFY OWNER TO KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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MAINTENANCE
TEXT PRINTED OR OUTLINED IN RED CONTAINS INFORMATION
RELATIVE TO YOUR SAFETY. PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY
BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THIS APPLIANCE.
A DIVISION OF A.O. SMITH CORPORATION
McBEE, SOUTH CAROLINA, USA
STRATFORD, ONTARIO, CANADA
www.hotwater.com
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LIMITED WARRANTY
CAUTION
PART NO. 195701-000
SUPERSEDES PART NO. 194975-000
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- Page 1 Glass-Lined Tank-type Water Heater • INSTALLATION • OPERATION Thank you for buying this energy efficient water heater from A.O. Smith Water Products Company. We appreciate your confidence in our products. PRINTED IN U.S.A. 0703 MODEL BT- 65 • SERVICE •...
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Page 2: Rough-In Dimensions
ROUGH-IN-DIMENSIONS Model BT-65 Type Input Approx. Model Btuh Capacity 65,000 65 US Gals. GPH BT-65 Natural 19.0 246 Litres 55.000 65 US Gals. GPH BT-65 Propane 16.1 246 Litres FOREWORD The design of Model BT-65 complies with the latest version of ANSI Z21.10.1/CSA 4.1 M98 as automatic storage type water heater. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS ... 2 FOREWORD ... 2 GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION ... 3 Precautions ... 3 Liquid Petroleum ... 3 Chemical Vapor Corrosion ... 3 Improper Combustion ... 3 Extended Non-use Periods ... 3-4 Insulation Blankets ... 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ... -
Page 4: Insulation Blankets
INSULATION BLANKETS Insulation blankets available to the general public for external use on gas water heaters are not necessary with A.O. Smith water heater. The purpose of an insulation blanket is to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with storage tank water heaters. Your A.O. Smith water heater meets or exceeds the ASHRAE/IES 90.1b-1992... -
Page 5: Clearances
Correct orifice sizing and parts may be obtained from A.O. Smith Water Products Company. When ordering, be sure to state the model number and the altitude of the location where the water heater is being installed. -
Page 6: System Connections
2. Toxic chemicals, such as those used for boiler treatment, shall NEVER be introduced into this system. 3. This unit may NEVER be connected to any existing heating system or component(s) previously used with a non-potable water heating appliance. 4. When the system requires water for space heating at temperatures higher than required for domestic water purposes, a tempering valve must be installed (See Fig. -
Page 7: Gas Piping
CIRCULATING RETURN LINE CONNECTIONS TEMPERED WATER LOOP, IF USED, CONNECT TO POINT "A". STORED TEMPERATURE WATER LOOP, IF USED, CONNECT TO COLD WATER INLET. CAUTION: IF BUILDING COLD WATER SUPPLY HAS A BACK-FLOW PREVENTER, CHECK VALVE OR WATER METER WITH CHECK VALVE, PROVISIONS FOR THERMAL EXPANSION OF WATER IN THE HOT WATER SYSTEM MUST BE PROVIDED. -
Page 8: Purging
TABLE 1 - GAS SUPPLY LINE SIZES (IN INCHES)* MAXIMUM CAPACITY OF PIPE IN CUBIC FEET PER HOUR LENGTH NORMAL IRON PIPE SIZES (INCHES) INPUT IN THOUSANDS BTU/HR FEET 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1 1/4" 1 1/2" 1400 2100 3960 1460 2750 1180 2200 LENGTH NORMAL IRON PIPE SIZES (INCHES) -
Page 9: Gas Pressure Regulation
TABLE 2 MANIFOLD PRESSURE SETTING Model Type of Number Input BT-65 Natural 65,000 Btu/hr 16.7 KW/hr BT-65 Propane 55,000 Btu/hr 16Kw OPERATION It is recommended that a qualified person perform the initial firing of the heater. At this time the user should not hesitate to ask the individual any questions which he may have in regard to the operation and maintenance of the unit. -
Page 10: For Your Safety Read Before Lighting
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. -
Page 11: Temperature Regulation
AREA IS NOT AVAILABLE, A COVER SHOULD BE INSTALLED OVER THE THERMOSTAT TO PREVENT TAMPERING. are available through A.O. Smith Water Products Company, 5621 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL 60803. In Canada contact A.O. Smith Enterprises, Ltd., P.O. Box 310, 768 Erie Street, Stratford, Ontario Canada N5A 6T3. -
Page 12: Service Information
of the building. Turn on all appliances not connected to the venting system. Turn on all exhaust fans, such as range hoods and bathroom exhausts, so they shall operate at maximum speed. Close fireplace dampers. 4. Follow the lighting instruction. Place the water heater being inspected in operation. -
Page 13: Vent System
A. O. Smith Water Products Company, 5621 West 115th Street, Alsip, Illinois 60803, 1-800-433-2545. In Canada contact A.O. Smith Enterprises Ltd., P.O. Box 310, 768 Erie Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 6T3, 519-271-5800. ordering parts, be sure to state the quantity, part number and description of the item including the complete model and serial number as it appears on the product. -
Page 14: Water Leakage Is Suspected
WATER TEMPERATURE IS TOO HOT 1. The thermostat water temperature adjusting dial may be set too high. 2. If lowering control setting does not reduce the water temperature contact your dealer. GAS SMELL AT THE HEATER 1. Close the main Shut-off valve in the gas supply pipe near the heater, see fig. -
Page 15: Limited Warranty
A. O. Smith Corporation, the warrantor, extends the following LIMITED WARRANTY to the owner of this water heater. THE TANK If the glass-lined tank in this water heater shall prove upon examination by the warrantor to have leaked due to natural corrosion from potable water therein, during the first THREE years after initial installation, the warrantor will supply a complete new A. - Page 16 REPLACEMENT PARTS PRODUCT SERVICE DIVISION 5621 W. 115TH STREET, ALSIP, IL 60803 PHONE: 1-800-433-2545 FAX: 1-800-433-2515 E-MAIL: parts@hotwater.com www.hotwater.com...
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