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Instruction Manual for
Residential
Gas Water Heaters
NOT FOR USE IN MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOMES
GAMA certification applies to all
residential gas water heaters with
capacities of 20 to 100 gallons
with input rating of 75,000
BTU/Hr. or less.
ALL TECHNICAL AND WARRANTY QUESTIONS: SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE LOCAL DEALER FROM
WHOM THE WATER HEATER WAS PURCHASED. IF YOU ARE UNSUCCESSFUL, PLEASE WRITE TO THE
COMPANY LISTED ON THE RATING PLATE ON THE WATER HEATER.
For Your Safety
WARNING: If the information in these
instructions are not followed exactly, a fire
or explosion may result, causing property
damage, personal injury or death.
–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
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not
use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas suppli-
er's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department.
–Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
Save this Manual for Future Reference.
AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS
USED BY THIS WATER HEATER
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause DEATH,
SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE. Refer to this manual for assistance
or consult the local gas utility for further
information.
Flammable vapors may be drawn by air cur-
rents from other areas of the structure to this
appliance.
READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION
BEGINNING ON INSIDE COVER AND THEN
THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING
OR OPERATING THIS WATER HEATER.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
184115-000
03-03
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Summary of Contents for Apollo Hydroheat A650YRRTL5
- Page 1 Instruction Manual for Residential Gas Water Heaters NOT FOR USE IN MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOMES GAMA certification applies to all residential gas water heaters with capacities of 20 to 100 gallons with input rating of 75,000 BTU/Hr. or less. ALL TECHNICAL AND WARRANTY QUESTIONS: SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE LOCAL DEALER FROM WHOM THE WATER HEATER WAS PURCHASED.
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Page 2: General Safety
General Safety WARNING WARNING Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or mainte- WATER HEATERS EQUIPPED FOR ONE TYPE GAS ONLY: This nance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROP- water heater is equipped for one type gas only. Check the rating ERTY DAMAGE. -
Page 3: General Safety
General Safety WARNING WARNING Obstructed or deteriorated vent systems may present a serious This water heater must not be installed directly on carpeting. health risk or asphyxiation. Carpeting must be protected by a metal or wood panel beneath the appliance extending beyond the full width and depth of the WARNING appliance by at least 3 inches (76.2mm) in any direction, or if the Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system may occur if... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents General Safety ..........................2,3 Table of Contents .........................4 Introduction ............................5 Preparing for the New Installation ..............5 Typical Installation ........................6 Locating the New Water Heater ...............7,8 Facts to Consider About Location ..........................7 Combustion Air and Ventilation for Appliances Located in Unconfined Spaces .............8 Combustion Air and Ventilation for Appliances Located in Confined Spaces ............8 Installing the New Water Heater ..............9-13... -
Page 5: Introduction
Introduction Thank You for purchasing this water heater. WARNING Properly installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble free service. This gas-fired water heater is design certified by CSA INTERNATIONAL under American National Standard/CSA Standard for Gas Water Heaters ANSI Z21.10.1 •... -
Page 6: Typical Installation
Typical Installation VACUUM RELIEF REQUIRED BY SOME CODES (REFER TO LOCAL CODES) HOT WATER OUTLET COLD WATER INLET HOT SUPPLY TO SPACE HEATER TO CHIMNEY OR GAS COLD RETURN FROM VENT SPACE HEATER TEMPERED WATER OUTLET *MIXING VALVE CERTAIN MODELS ARE EQUIPPED TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE SUPPLY WITH SIDE PLUMBING CONNEC-... -
Page 7: Locating The New Water Heater
Locating the New Water Heater Facts to Consider About the WARNING Location Propellants of aerosol sprays and volatile compounds, (cleaners, chlorine based chemicals, refrigerants, etc.) in You should carefully choose an indoor location for the addition to being highly flammable in many cases, will also change to corrosive hydrochloric acid when exposed new water heater, because the placement is a very impor- to the combustion products of the water heater. -
Page 8: Combustion Air And Ventilation For Appliances Located In Unconfined Spaces
Locating the New Water Heater (cont’d) Combustion Air and Ventilation for Appliances Located in Unconfined Spaces Unconfined Space is a space whose volume is not less than 50 1. When directly communicating with the outdoors, each cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour of the aggregate input rating opening shall have a minimum free area of 1 square inch of all appliances installed in that space. -
Page 9: Installing The New Water Heater
Installing the New Water Heater Water Piping WARNING HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will satisfy clothes washing, dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and permanently injure you upon contact. Some people are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than others. -
Page 10: Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve
Installing the New Water Heater (cont’d) Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve WARNING The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually operated at least once a year. Caution should be taken to WARNING ensure that (1) no one is in front of or around the outlet of At the time of manufacture this water heater was provided the temperature-pressure relief valve discharge line, and (2) with a combination temperature-pressure relief valve certi-... -
Page 11: Filling The Water Heater
Installing the New Water Heater (cont’d) Filling the Water Heater Check the venting system for signs of obstruction or deterio- CAUTION ration and replace if needed. Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of The combustion and ventilation air flow must not be water. -
Page 12: Gas Piping
Installing the New Water Heater (cont’d) Venting (cont’d) WARNING WARNING Failure to replace the standard orifice with a high altitude ori- Be sure vent pipe is properly connected to prevent escape of fice when installed at elevations above 2,000 feet, could result dangerous flue gases which could cause deadly asphyxiation. -
Page 13: Installation Checklist
Installing the New Water Heater (cont’d) 2. Is the new temperature-pressure relief valve properly WARNING installed and piped to an adequate drain? See Contaminants in the gas lines may cause improper opera- “Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve” section. tion of the gas control valve that may result in fire or explo- 3. -
Page 14: Lighting
Lighting WARNING BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (L.P.) GAS WATER HEATERS]: Propane (L.P.) gas is heavier than air. Should there be a leak in the system, the gas will settle near the ground. Basements, crawl spaces, skirted areas under manufactured (mobile) homes (even when ventilated), closets and areas below ground level will serve as pockets for the accumulation of this gas. -
Page 15: Lighting
Lighting (cont’d) FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING 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 •... -
Page 16: Temperature Regulation
Temperature Regulation Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at water temperature in certain situations may vary up to its lowest position, to reduce the risk of scald injury. It is 30°F higher or lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, adjustable and must be reset to the desired temperature setting. -
Page 17: For Your Information
For Your Information Start Up Conditions problems. When these devices are not equipped with an internal DRAFT HOOD OPERATION by-pass, and no other measures are taken, the devices cause the water system to be closed. As water is heated, it expands (thermal Check draft hood operation by performing a worst case depressur- expansion) and closed systems do not allow for the expansion of ization of the building. -
Page 18: Air" In Hot Water Faucets
For Your Information (cont’d) “AIR” IN HOT WATER FAUCETS NOT ENOUGH OR NO HOT WATER 1. Check the manual gas shut off valve to be sure it is open. WARNING 2. Check the pilot flame. It may have gone out. All models have an opening behind the outer door for viewing the HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogen gas can be produced in a pilot. -
Page 19: Burner Inspection
Periodic Maintenance (cont’d) L.P. Gas Control Valve & Burner WARNING Assembly Replacement Information If after inspection of the vent system you found sooting or deterioration, something is wrong. Call the local gas utility to correct the problem and clean or replace the flue and venting before resuming operation of the WARNING water heater. -
Page 20: Anode Rod Inspection
Periodic Maintenance (cont’d) Draining Anode Rod Inspection The water heater should be drained if being shut down The anode rod is used to protect the tank from corrosion. during freezing temperatures. Also periodic draining and Most hot water tanks are equipped with an anode rod. The cleaning of sediment from the tank may be necessary. -
Page 21: Leakage Checkpoints
Leakage Checkpoints Use this guide to check a “Leaking” water heater. Many CAUTION suspected “Leakers” are not leaking tanks. Often the Read this manual first. Then before checking the water heater source of the water can be found and corrected. make sure the gas supply has been turned “OFF”, and never turn the gas “ON”... -
Page 22: Repair Parts
Repair Parts PART DESCRIPTION Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Primary Anode Rod Drain Valve* ″ x ″ x ″ thick)* Drain Valve Washer ( ⁄ ⁄ ⁄ Pilot Thermocouple* Pilot Tubing w/Fittings Burner Orifice Manifold Burner Outer Door Inner Door Gas Control Valve Temperature Adjustment Knob* Dip Tube Flue Baffle... - Page 23 Notes...
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