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the gas supplier'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. This manual should be maintained in legible condition and kept adjacent to the heater or - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 2
Rev. 10 reflects the following: Changes to: Warnings on page 4, Model Identification on page 7 2 - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 3
SERVICE 21 5 Water Pressure Switch 21 Flame Roll-Out Safety Switch 22 5 High Limits 22 6 Pilot Safety-Millivolt Models 22 6 Burner Tray Removal 22 6 Gas Millivolt 26 8 Replacement Parts 26 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 27 10 Mechanical 27 11 Electrical 28 13 General-Heater Will Not Fire 30 - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 4
NOTE: Indicates special instructions on installation, operation, unfamiliar with the smell of natural gas or propane, ask your local gas supplier. Other conditions, such manual provided with this heater. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 5
levels must be used as a guide for balanced water. CAUTION: Free chlorine must not exceed 5 ppm which can damage the heater and void the warranty. • Occasional chemical shock dosing of the pool or spa water should not damage the heater providing the water is balanced. • Automatic chemical dosing - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 6
, bodily injury, or death. Should you have any problems understanding the warnings and instructions in this manual, STOP, and get help from a qualified installer, service technician, or the gas supplier. Water Temperature Safety Elevated water temperature can be hazardous. The U.S. Consumer Product - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 7
heater using Propane gas • "EN" designates an Electronic heater using Natural gas • "MP" designates a Millivolt heater using Propane gas • "MN" designates a Millivolt heater using Natural gas • "C" suffix designates Copper tubing • "X" suffix designates Cupro-Nickel tubing When ordering parts - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 8
of the: • National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 • National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 • For Canada only: CAN/CSA-B149 Installation Code (B149) and CSA C22.1 C.E.C. Part 1 and Part 2 Clearances less than these may require removal of the heater to service either the heat exchanger or the - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 9
heater. Three sides must be open in the area under the overhang. Roof water drainage must be diverted away from heaters • For installations in Canada, pool heaters shall not be installed with installation instructions provided with standard with the heater. Use the following part numbers: P/N 004301 - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 10
instructions provided with the Indoor Drafthood Kit for installation. Indoor Drafthood NOTE: The indoor drafthood is optional equipment and does not come standard with the heater. Use the following part space both horizontal and vertical piping. Gas vents supported only by the flashing and extending - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 11
or chimney must not rest on heater drafthood. Support must be provided in compliance with applicable codes. The heater top and drafthood must be readily removable for maintenance CAUTION: The heater and its manual shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply during any pressure testing - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 12
decrease pressure. Gas Pressure* Natural Gas Propane Gas Max. Inlet (static) 10.5 in. WC 13 in. WC Min. Inlet (dynamic) 7 in. WC 11 in. WC Manifold Gas (dynamic) 3.5 in. WC 10 in. WC *Static means without heater operating, dynamic refers to heater operating. Table D: Gas Pressure A. Fig - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 13
Electronic Ignition Gas Valves Plumbing from the heater back to the pool or spa must not have any valves or restriction that could prevent flow when the pump is operating. Manual Shut-Off Valve Heater must be located so that any water leaks will not damage the structure of adjacent area. PVC pipe - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 14
in the piping system. The proper amount of water flow is maintained through the heater under varying pressures dictated by the conditions of the pump and filter. From Heater To Heater Full Port Ball Valve or Globe Valve To Pool/Spa Bypass Valve From Pool/Spa Fig. 15: Auxiliary Bypass Valve - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 15
wiring from the heater. Use 18-gauge stranded wire. Electronic Heaters WARNING: To avoid water damage or scalding heaters come standard with a 120 VAC 3-prong power cord. For 240 VAC applications, see instructions C22.1, Part 1 and Part 2.) Be sure that electrical service to the heater has proper - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 16
Installation Instructions-240 Volt Control Adjustments-Millivolt CAUTION: This heater has provisions to be connected to an alternate supply source. To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect all connections before servicing. The pool or spa water temperature is controlled by the thermostat - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 17
Wiring Diagrams HI Limit HI Limit Thermostat Manual BK BK Y/BK V/BK (In/Out) AGS (In/Out) Switch O Water Press Switch Gas Valve O Roll Out R TH/PP TH V/BK PP Switch Valve Pilot W R - + Generator Fig. 20: Wiring Diagram-Millivolt Models To Firemans Switch (field - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 18
repair may result in a fire or explosion. D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 19
repair may result in a fire or explosion. D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water. LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 20
pipes. Outlet pipe should be only slightly warmer than the inlet. It should not be hot. WARNING: Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off, turn off the manual gas control to the appliance. With the heater on, remove the door and make a visual check of the pilot and burner. The - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 21
heater off and contact your gas supplier or qualified service agency. 1. Turn off gas valve, manual gas valve, and electrical supply to the heater. 2. Open the drain plug located on the In/Out header, under the water pipes. 5. On indoor heaters heater is located below the level of the spa or pool, - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 22
heater, may be used in place of the factory mounted pressure switch. See Illustrated Parts List for 11 psi water pressure switch. Two-Speed Pumps NOTE: An erratic high limit is often characteristic of an internal heat exchanger problem, e.g. scale buildup, defective bypass. Refer to Troubleshooting - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 23
valve to jacket. 8. Remove (1) screw that mounts ground wire to burner tray. 9. Slide out burner tray. 6. Disconnect wires that terminate at gas valve. 10. Reverse above procedure to reinstall. 7. Disconnect hi-tension wire from igniter. Rear Hold Down Bracket Burner Pilot Shield Millivolt - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 24
heater as described in the Burner Tray Removal section. 2. Disconnect pilot tubing (if removing a Millivolt valve). 3. Disconnect wires to gas valve. 4. Unscrew gas usually necessitates replacement of these parts. 3. Lift burners from be used to troubleshoot ignition problems. 5. Reverse above - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 25
service. Do not let the tubes clog up solidly. Clean out deposits over 1/16" in thickness. Fig. 33: Honeywell Millivolt Pilot 1. Disconnect pilot tubing and wires from gas valve. 2. Remove pilot assembly from burner tray. 3. Remove pilot from bracket. NOTE: Please remove heat exchanger from heater - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 26
Parts NOTE: When ordering parts, it is important that the heater model number, serial number, and type of gas are specified. Any part 35: Immersion Well Assembly 1. Shut off water to heater and drain heat exchanger. 2. Remove access panel on water connection side. 3. Remove old immersion well - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 27
Reduce by adding manual bypass valve. Adjust manual bypass valve until heater outlet water temperature is between 105°F and 110°F. (Refer to Figure 15.) Refer to installation instructions. Follow recommended installation instructions. Clean burners. Pilot outage Low gas pressure Restricted pilot - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 28
service personnel only. 1. Filter must be on with adequate water flow through heater. 2. Gas valve must be in "ON" position. Thermostat set higher than pool water thermostat If pilot burner stays on Problem is a wire or component short to cabinet or low gas pressure If burner does not remain - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 29
Terminal Block Wiring Fig. 36: Terminal Block Wiring 1. Raw Output (700mV± 100) Pilot generator disconnected from valve (knob must be held down to keep pilot on). White - Negative Red + Positive 2. Pilot Load (500mV± 100) Pilot generator connected to valve-Power applied to pilot solenoid. TP( - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 30
igniter spark? Yes Does the No burner tray light? Yes •Check water flow. Pressure switch is set for 1.75 PSI. •Turn knob counterclockwise wiring diagram. Ensure the heater is OFF. Attempt each step individually and manually restart the heater after each attempt. •Check gas line. There may be - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 31
ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 31 - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 32
1-P 5-P 3-P 4-P 2-P 6-P HONEYWELL MILLIVOLT PILOT 7-P 8-P 32 - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 33
Gas Valve Natural MV 011580F Burner Tray w/Gas Valve Propane MV 011581F Burner Tray w/Gas Valve Natural DSI 011582F Burner Tray w/Gas ** WARNING: The Hydraulic conditions or water chemistry that caused the tube bundle to premature failure of this replacement part. Plastic Cool Dark Gray - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 34
Pressure Switch 1.75 PSI Pressure Switch 11 PSI Special-See Adj in Service Manual Thermostat Knob Knob Stop Dial Plate PRV 125 PSI (Optional) Deliming Kit GAS CONVERSIONS Natural to Propane MV 011633F Propane to Natural MV 011634F Natural to Propane DSI N/A Propane to Natural DSI N/A ** Gas - Rheem Versa Heaters | Operating Instructions - Page 35
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www.raypak.com Raypak, Inc., 2151 Eastman Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93030 (805) 278-5300 Fax (805) 278-5468 Litho in U.S.A.
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INSTALLATION & OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
CATALOG NO. 6100.59I
Effective: 05-30-12
Replaces: 08-26-11
P/N 241255 Rev. 10
WARNING:
If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death
.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids or other combustible materials in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. To
do so may result in an explosion or fire.
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
supplier'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.
This manual should be maintained in legible condition and kept adjacent to the heater or in another safe place for
future reference.
Model 130A
Atmospheric
Above-Ground
Pool & Spa
Heater