Rheem Versa Spa Heaters Operating Instructions

Rheem Versa Spa Heaters Manual

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    INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Versa™ Spa Heater Model 055B 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
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    Rev. 22 reflects the following: Changes to: Fig. 20 and 21 on page 19. The addition of: A caution note to page 19. 2
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    10 Wiring Diagram-IID Units 21 Winterizing the Spa Heater 10 SERVICE 22 INTRODUCTION 10 Controls/Adjustments/ Receiving Equipment 10 Replacements 22 General Specifications 11 TROUBLESHOOTING 27 INSTALLATION 11 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST 31 Code Requirements 11 Base Installation 11
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    product or property damage if ignored. NOTE: Indicates special instructions on installation, operation, or maintenance which are important but 's information manual provided with this heater. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
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    excessive chlorine level which can damage your heater. • Further advice should be obtained from your pool or spa builder, accredited pool shop, or following levels must be used as a guide for balanced water. Recommended Level(s) Fiberglass Pools Fiberglass Spas Water Temperature 68-88°F (20-31
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    Water First thing, ensure that system is filled with water and have pump operating. Water must be flowing through the heater during operation. Fig. 2: Correct Main Burner Flame Pattern Fig. 1: Versa Heater Fig. 3: Millivolt Pilot Burner Flame A yellow or "floating" flame indicates restricted air
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    be exercised when lighting propane heaters. LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS AND SHUT-OFF PROCEDURES MANUALLY LIGHTED PILOTS (MILLIVOLT SYSTEM) A. This appliance has a pilot that must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly. *If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
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    instructions "To Turn Off Gas To Appliance" and call your service technician or gas supplier. TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 1. Set the thermostat at the lowest setting. 2. Turn off all the electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed. 3. Remove heater door panel. 4. Push in gas
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    contact your gas supplier or qualified service agency. 5. On indoor heaters, clean room intake openings to ensure adequate flow of combustion and ventilation air. 4. Before entering the spa or hot tub, users should check the water temperature with an accurate thermometer; spa or hot tub thermostats
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    winterizing procedures listed below. Winterizing the Spa Heater When heaters installed outdoors in freezing climate areas are to be shut down for the winter, observe the following procedure: 1. Turn off gas valve, manual gas valve, and electrical supply to the heater. 2. Open drain cock located on
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    standards for gas-fired pool heaters. The heater is versa. Millivolt heaters contain a selfgenerating electrical system operating between .25 and .75 volts. Ambient Temperature Rating of Heater Components WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service These instructions are
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    *Clearance from Top of Vent Terminal Table C: Clearances from Combustible Construction *Clearance from Top of Vent Terminal Table B: Clearances from Combustible Construction For servicing, provide at least 24" in front of the heater for burner tray removal, and at least 18" on the left side of the
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    CGA B-149 for specific requirements.Locate heater as close as practical to a chimney or gas vent. Heater must always be vented to the Heater with Indoor Top Heater with Outdoor Top Fig. 6: Heater with Indoor Top Fig. 5: Heater with Outdoor Top WARNING: Do not install within 3 feet of a Heat Pump
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    from the roof surface and at least 2 ft. higher than any part of the building within ten feet. Vent stack shall be at least electric meters, gas meters regulators and relief equipment. Fig. 8: Heater with Indoor Top The weight of the vent stack or chimney must not rest on heater drafthood. Support
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    load, and no load conditions must be provided for natural gas, or a minimum of 12" WC and a maximum of 13" WC for propane. DRAFT HOOD Model 1/2" N P 3/4" N P HEATER Fig. 9: Venting Clearances 055B 90 200 200 250 Natural Gas, 1000 BTU/FT3 .60 specific gravity @ 0.5" WC pressure drop
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    filter is then plumbed to the inlet of the heater; and Gas Pressure Adjustment 3. The outlet of the heater is plumbed to the return line to the spa. The pump, filter and heater are thus plumbed in series. Plumbing from the heater back to the spa must not have any valves or restriction that could
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    completely diluted into the pool or spa water before being circulated through the heater. Do not place chlorine tablets or pump is not running (e.g. overnight). Chlorinators must feed downstream of the heater and have an anti-siphoning device to prevent chemical backup into the heater when the pump
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    usually a high performance pump size larger than 1-1/2 model to be installed is recommended for this appliance. Drain Pipe Drain Pipe NOTE: When the electrical hookup to the heater heater for 60 seconds. Heater Outlet Heater Outlet Fig. 18: Pressure Relief Valve Installation CAUTION: If service
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    edition of the National Electrical code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (Canada- Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1, Part 1). 120V ATMOSPHERIC HEATER SUPPLY SIDE HOT L1 BLACK RETURN or NEUTRAL Connecting heater to continuous power source will allow "FLail" iBndications (service and pressure switch) when pump is
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    Wiring Diagram-Millivolt Units with Mechanical Thermostat IN/OUT If required by local code, install at this location. 20
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    Wiring Diagram-IID Units BL BL BL 21
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    HAZARD - Make sure electrical power to the heater is disconnected to avoid servicing. Temperature Controls Typical Comfortable Spa Temperature Range Typical Comfortable Pool Temperature Range Knobstop Ring Set Screw Fig. 22: Knobstop Setting The water temperature is controlled by the heater
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    the following procedure. Pressure Switch Adjustment 1. With pump and heater on, turn adjustment knob (clockwise) until a click is heard from the gas valve. 2. Turn adjustment knob (counter-clockwise) 1/4 turn. 3. Turn pump off and on several times. Heater should shut-off immediately. If it does not
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    heat exchanger problem, e.g. scale build-up, U.G. operation. Refer to Troubleshooting section. High manually relighted to place the heater in operation again. Refer to the lighting instructions provided on the heater label. IID Units The heater employs a pilot safety which closes the main gas
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    refractory panels. 4. Reverse above procedure to reinstall. Immersion Well Fig. 30: Immersion Well Unitherm Governor (U.G.) Replacement 1. Shut water, gas and electricity off, close valves and relieve pressure. 2. Drain heat exchanger. 3. Disconnect inlet and outlet pipes with flange from in/ out
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    U.G. U.G. Shield Retainer Spring Outlet Inlet Inlet/Outlet Header Fig. 31: Unitherm Governor Location To test the operation of the Unitherm Governor, place in hot water (over 110°F) and watch for movement against spring. If there is no movement, replace unit. 26
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    shall not attempt to install this equipment nor attempt repairs according to these instructions. MECHANICAL PROBLEM Harmonics, or whining noise CAUSE SOLUTION U.G. inoperative Check movement by putting in hot water (110°F or higher). If no movement, replace. *Debris or restriction in system
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    SPA HEATER ELECTRICAL CHECK WITH MILLIVOLT GAS VALVE CAUTION: For qualified service personnel only. 1. Filter must be on with adequate water flow through heater. 2. Gas thermostat If pilot burner stays on Problem is a wire or component short to cabinet or low gas pressure If burner does not remain
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    ELECTRICAL - IID WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE For qualified Technicians ONLY Intermittent Pilot System TROUBLESHOOTING HONEYWELL S8600 NOTE: Some heaters may be equipped with an ignition module that shuts off pilot gas if pilot fails to light. To reset, interrupt power to heater. START NOTE: Before
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    ELECTRICAL - IID, SOLID STATE THERMOSTAT If the pool/spa/hot tub water is too cold, troubleshoot the system as follows: Check voltage at 24 V terminals. VOLTAGE BETWEEN 21.5-28.5 V. Set control to max. temperature. After 2-3 cycles, check water temperature. VOLTAGE OUTSIDE
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    is important that you state the model number, serial number and type of gas when applicable. Any part returned for replacement under standard company warranties must be properly tagged with return parts tag, completely filled in with the heater serial number, model number, etc., and shipped to the
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    7-C 1-V 1-C 8-H 12-H 5-H 6-H 10-H 2-C 4-H 13-H 11-H 14-H 1-S 2-S 3-H 7-H 2-H 1-R 7-M 6-C 2-V 4-S 5-M 3-S 4-M 3-M 6-S 2-M Fig # 240654 1-M 5-C 3-C 2-B 3-B 1-G 9-M 1-B 5-S 6-M 4-C 11-P HONEYWELL MILLIVOLT PILOT 1-P 9-P 12-P HONEYWELL IID PILOT 3-P 5-P 14-P Fig # 8132 13-P 15-P 7-P
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    Sensor 005088B 9-C Thermostat Control IID (Solid State) 005390F 4-C PC Board 005086B 6-C Potentiometer 005087B 7-C Temperature Sensor 005088B G GAS VALVE 1-G Combination Valve Nat. MV 003898F Combination Valve Pro. MV 003899F Combination Valve Nat. IID 003900F Combination
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    Conversions Nat. to Pro. MV Units Pro. to Nat. MV Units Nat. to Pro. IID Units Pro. to Nat. IID Units ** Gas Conversions are to be done only by a qualified agency. PREMIUM BRONZE 600525B 600575B 002003F 002003F 003901F 003902F 003903F 004308F 600019B 004817B 004818B 004716F 004717F 004078F
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INSTALLATION & OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
CATALOG NO. 6100.52U
Effective: 04-20-09
Replaces: 02-29-08
P/N 240428 Rev. 22
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 055B
Versa™
Spa
Heater