Astralpool Viron 250 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual
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Melbourne:
Sydney:
Ph: (03) 8796 8600
Ph: (02) 9853 2100
Fax: (03) 8796 8670
Fax: (02) 9853 2170
Rev. 241a–07/07/2009
Viron Series Pool
& Spa Heater
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL INSTALLATION MODELS
AstralPool Australia Pty. Limited.
Brisbane:
Ph: (07) 3308 5400
Fax: (07) 3308 5470
www.astralpool.com.au
Information and specifications subject to change without notice.
A.B.N. 97 007 284 504
Gold Coast
Townsville:
Ph: (07) 5552 2600
Ph: (07) 4750 3100
Fax: (07) 5552 2670
Fax: (07) 4750 3170
email:
service@astralpool.com.au
Adelaide:
Perth:
Ph: (08) 8152 7600
Ph: (08) 9350 2600
Fax: (08) 8152 7670
Fax: (08) 9350 2670
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- Page 1 Viron Series Pool & Spa Heater INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL INSTALLATION MODELS AstralPool Australia Pty. Limited. A.B.N. 97 007 284 504 Melbourne: Sydney: Brisbane: Gold Coast Townsville: Adelaide: Perth: Ph: (03) 8796 8600 Ph: (02) 9853 2100...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Introduction Introduction ......................3 Notice to Installers....................3 Safety Rules......................3 Operation Lighting Instructions ...................4 Operating Instructions ..................4 Turning Gas Off ....................4 Chemical Balance....................5 Corrosion Prevention in Heaters .................5 Digital Thermostat Operation................6 Display symbol Indication...................7 Maintenance Maintenance Instructions..................8 Winter Operation ....................8 Installation Installation Instructions ..................9 Flow Rates....................9 Water Connections..................9... -
Page 3: Introduction
It is equipped with features that take advantage of new technology developed exclusively by AstralPool, to provide one of the most efficient and user friendly heaters available. The patent pending heat exchanger will save up to 38% of operating costs over conventional pool &... -
Page 4: Operation
For your safety – read before lighting This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor. -
Page 5: Chemical Balance
CHEMICAL BALANCE It is imperative that correct chemical balance be maintained in your pool and spa water, otherwise corrosion of your heater may occur. Corrosion of the heat exchanger voids warranty. Your local pool shop specialist or spa retailer can advise correct chemical balance. Your water should be checked and maintained regularly by a pool water professional. -
Page 6: Digital Thermostat Operation
If you have a salt chlorinated INDOOR pool or COVERED pool be very careful of the level of Chlorine being produced. If you use a salt chlorinated spa be very careful of the level of Chlorine as the Chlorinator is usually sized for the pool and therefore should be switched off when heating the spa. -
Page 7: Display Symbol Indication
DISPLAY SYMBOL INDICATION Under fault conditions the thermostat will display a set of alpha numeric symbols to indicate the status of the heater. The meaning of each symbol and action to be taken are listed as follows: SYMBOL MEANING ACTION Temp Display Unit has power. -
Page 8: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE It is recommended that you check the following at least every six months and at the beginning of every swimming season. 1. Examine the flue outlet and panel louvres for blockages. Make sure there are no obstructions to the flow of air to or from the appliance. 2. -
Page 9: Installation
INSTALLATION THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE INSTALLED BY AN AUTHORISED PERSON. Refer to heater data plate for specifications of gas type, gas consumption, burner pressure and water pressure. This appliance must be installed in accordance with local regulations and Australian Standard Installation Code AS5601. -
Page 10: Heater Dimensions
HEATER DIMENSIONS Front View Right Side View Rear View Model Dimension A Dimension B Dimension C Viron 250 675mm 285mm 475mm Viron 350 675mm 285mm 350mm Viron 450 845mm 395mm 435mm Viron 550 845mm 395mm 585mm INDOOR FLUE INSTALLATION For indoor installations a purpose built indoor model must be used or the outdoor unit converted by an authorised person. - Page 11 2/ Fit flue pipe to appliance (unsleeved end of flue). Insert flue connection fully into flue pipe. Fit hose clamp to connection and tighten. 3/ Form extra bends where required. Care should be taken when forming bends to not create a low point where condensation may collect.
- Page 12 5/ Rooftop terminations. All flue exiting the roof must be shielded with the gal cover. Extra lengths of gal can be supplied. Decktite fittings / flashings must be attached to the galvanised flue cover. Brace flue in high wind applications. Locate flue cowl onto reduced end of the gal outer covering / flue pipe.
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Page 13: Clearances
CLEARANCES Installation clearances must comply with AS5601. The heater is approved for installation at reduced clearances as below. Outdoor Clearances from combustible surfaces non combustible surfaces Front 300mm 300mm Both sides 300mm 300mm Rear 300mm 50mm Above 1000mm 1000mm Indoor Clearances from combustible surfaces non combustible surfaces... -
Page 14: Pressure Switch Adjustment
PRESSURE SWITCH ADJUSTMENT The Viron Pool Heater incorporates a water pressure switch which allows the burner to operate only when the circulating pump is operating. The pressure switch is designed to operate with the heater installed up to 3 metres above or below the surface level of the pool or spa. It is imperative that the following be undertaken by the person who is commissioning (first starting) your pool or spa heater. -
Page 15: Testing Inlet Pressure
Pressure Switch Adjustment Slide toggle up Turn wheel in to allow direction of arrow adjustment to decrease pressure required to operate heater It is imperative that the heater is installed so that it does not operate when the circulating pump stops. -
Page 16: Condensate Drain
CONDENSATE DRAIN The Viron heater is a highly efficient gas appliance capable of generating 12 litres an hour of condensation. Suitable drainage provision must be provided to ensure condensation does not build up in the heater or flood damage surrounding areas. Do not raise the drain hose higher than the exit point of the appliance. -
Page 17: Burner Performance
Natural Gas 30ppm minimum 60ppm maximum Propane 50ppm minimum 150ppm maximum Gas inlet rates Viron 250 Natural gas & Propane 190mj/hr Viron 350 Natural gas 290mj/hr , Propane 280mj/h Viron 450 Natural gas & Propane 375mj/hr Viron 550 Natural gas & Propane 490mj/hr... -
Page 18: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING HEATER WILL NOT LIGHT Possible cause Remedy No display Check if power to heater is turned on Pump not running Start pump Pump air locked Check for leaks Filter dirty Clean filter Pump strainer basket clogged Clean strainer Thermostat turned off Turn on Set temperature lower than water temperature Increase set temperature... -
Page 19: Gas Pipe Sizing
Some areas of VICTORIA Maximum run of copper pipe with average number of fittings Model 20 mm 25 mm 32 mm 40 mm 50 mm VIRON 250 30 m 75 m 320 m VIRON 350 14 m 35 m 140 m... -
Page 20: Viron Series Wiring Diagram
VIRON DSI MODELS WIRING DIAGRAM Installation and Operating Instructions... - Page 21 VIRON PILOT MODELS WIRING DIAGRAM Installation and Operating Instructions...
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Page 22: Terms And Conditions
FIVE YEAR PRO RATA WARRANTY AstralPool cover your pool and spa heater with a limited 5 year Pro Rata warranty against defective materials and workmanship from the date of purchase (plus 30 days to allow for installation). 1. The cabinet, refractory insulation and combustion chamber are covered for a period of five years (plus 30 days to allow for installation).
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