Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto AP13370-2 del fabbricante Ruud
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AP13370-2 (08/06) FOR YOUR SAFETY! — Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids or other combustible materials in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. T o do so may result in an explosion or fir e. — WHA T T O DO IF YOU SMELL GAS ● Do not try to light any appliance.
Safety Information Safety Precautions . . . . . . . 3–6 LP Gas Models . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Installation Instructions Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 V enting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12 W ater Supply Connections . . 1 3 Gas Supply .
Be sure to r ead and understand the entire Use and Car e Manual before attempting to install or operate this water heater . It may save you time and money . Pay particular attention to the Safety Instructions. Failure to follow these warnings could r esult in serious bodily injury or death.
Time/T emperatur e Relationship in Scalds W ater T emperature T ime T o Produce a Serious Burn 120°F (49°C) More than 5 minutes 125°F (52°C) 1 1 / 2 to 2 minutes 130°F (54°C) About 30 seconds 13.
5 LP and Natural gas have an odorant added to aid in detecting a gas leak. Some people may not physically be able to smell or r ecognize this odorant. If you are unsur e or unfamiliar with the smell of LP or natural gas, ask the gas supplier .
6 Have the installer show you the location of the gas shut-off valve and how to shut it of f if necessary . T urn of f the manual shut-off valve if the water heater has been subjected to overheating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the gas supply fails to shut off.
Installing the water heater . This water heater must be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility company requir ements, and/or in the absence of local codes, use the latest edition of the American National S tandard/National Fuel Gas Code.
8 Installing the water heater . Combustion and V entilation Air Proper operation of the water heater requir es air for combustion and ventilation. Provisions for combustion and ventilation air must comply with refer enced codes and standards.
9 The water heater must be installed with the factory supplied blower assembly . V enting The water heater must be vented to the outdoors as described in these instructions. DO NOT connect this water heater to an existing vent or chimney – it must be vented separately from all other appliances.
10 Installing the W ater Heater: Blower Assembly Installation Connect blower assembly with Molex connector . Attach Blower Assembly to top pan using the five screws (see diagram to the left). Install rubber coupling (supplied in the box with water heater) on blower housing and secure it.
Minimum and Maximum V ent Length CAUTION: Before proceeding, make sure you understand the procedure and cautions covered in the sections “Joining Pipes and Fittings” and “Cementing Joints” .
Installing the water heater . 12 Horizontal V ent Installation Once the vent terminal location has been determined, make a hole through the exterior wall to accommodate the 3” or 4” vent pipe. V ent pipe must exit exterior wall only . Insert a small length of 3” or 4” vent pipe through the wall and connect the coupling as shown.
A new combination temperature and pr essure r elief valve, complying with the S tandard for Relief V alves and Automatic Gas Shut-Off Devices for Hot W ater Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22, is supplied and must remain in the opening pr ovided and marked for the purpose on the water heater .
Installing the water heater . W ARNING: Do not attempt to convert this water heater for use with a differ ent type of gas other than the type shown on the rating plate.
W iring If local codes permit, the water heater may be connected to electric service with the power cord provided (DO NOT use an extension cord). A grounding receptacle is required.
16 For increased energy ef ficiency , some water heaters have been supplied with two 24” (61cm) sections of pipe insulation. Please install the insulation, according to the illustrations above, that best meets your requirements.
17 T ypical Installation Heat Tr ap 6" (15cm) Min. Heat Tr ap 6" (15cm) Min . Flu e Pipe (ABS or PV S) to Outside Ven t T er minal Rubber Coupling Blo wer Assembly Anode (loc ate d undernea .
18 Installation Checklist A. W ater Heater Location B. W ater Supply C. Gas Supply D. Relief V alve E. V enting ❑ Close to area of vent termination. ❑ Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures. ❑ Proper clearance from combustible surfaces observed and water heater not installed on carpeted floor .
T ee fitting for vertical hot water supply lines. Hot water supply to house From HOT outlet on water heater Hot water supply to heating unit Supplemental instructions for gas water heaters installed in potable/space heating applications.
20 Lighting the water heater . Before operating this water heater , be sure to r ead and follow the instructions on the label pictured below and all other labels on the water heater , as well as the warnings printed in this manual.
DANGER: Hotter water increases the Potential for Hot W ater SCALDS . Households with small children, disabled, or elderly persons may requir e a 120°F (49°C) or lower gas contr ol (thermostat) setting to prevent contact with HOT water .
22 Operating the water heater . W ater T emperature Setting… Maximum water temperatures occur just after the burner has shut off. T o determine the water temperature, turn on a hot water faucet and place a thermometer in the water stream.
Car e and cleaning of the water heater . Draining the W ater Heater CAUTION: Shut off gas to the water heater at the gas contr ol (thermostat) gas cock or manual shut-off valve befor e draining water .
24 V enting System Inspection It is recommended that the water heater ’ s internal flue be inspected annually to be certain it is clean by removing the Blower Assembly . When reinstalling the flue baffle make certain it is hung securely by its hanger at the top of the flue way .
Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Condensation This usually happens when This is normal. After the water in the tank warms a new water heater is up, the condensation will disappear . If, however , the filled for the first time. condition persists, examine the piping and fittings for possible leaks.
26 Befor e Y ou Call For Service… Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Not enough or W ater usage may have W ait for the water heater to recover after an no hot water exceeded the capacity abnormal demand. of the water heater . Low gas pressure. Check gas supply pressure and manifold pressure.
Replacement Parts. For 75 gallon models using natural or LP gas. Instructions For Placing a Parts Order Address parts orders to the distributor or store where the heater was purchased. All parts orders should include: The model and serial number of the water heater from the rating plate.
IF YOU NEED SER VICE 1. Should you have any questions about your new water heater , or if it requires adjustment, repair , or routine maintenance, it is suggested that you first contact your installer , plumbing contractor or previously agreed upon service agency .
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