Honeywell 238-47969-00A- Manuals

Page 2 - We’re committed to providing you with the finest water heater made.

2 CONGRATULATIONS! You have just purchased one of the finest water heaters on the market today! This installation, operation and instruction manual will explain in detail the installation and maintenance of your new Direct Vent Gas Water Heater. We strongly recommend that you contact a plumbing prof...

Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; page

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS page GENERAL INFORMATION ......................................................................... 4 INSTALLATION ........................................................................................ 5 Locating The Water Heater ....................................................

Page 4 - National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI

4 WARNING Incorrect operation of this appliance may create a hazard to life and property and will nullify the warranty. DANGER Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable, combustible, or corrosive vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. GENERAL INFORMATION This gas-fi...

Page 5 - install any damaged components. If; General Information continued-; This water heater

5 IMPORTANT Before proceeding, please inspect the water heater and its components for possible damage. DO NOT install any damaged components. If damage is evident then please contact the supplier where the water heater was purchased or the manufacturer listed on the rating plate for replacement part...

Page 6 - Installation (Locating The Water Heater) continued; DO NOT locate the water heater where water; a) Sealed to the floor with sealant, in a smooth and easily cleanable; NOTE: DAMAGE TO THE WATER HEATER

6 Installation (Locating The Water Heater) continued - The location of this water heater is of the utmost importance. Before installing this water heater read the Installation section of these instructions. After reading these Installation and Operating Instructions, select a location for the water ...

Page 7 - WARNING

7 WARNING Liquefied petroleum gases/propane gas are heavier than air and will remain at floor level if there is a leak. Basements, crawl spaces, closets and areas below ground level will serve as pockets for accumulation of leaking gas. Before lighting, smell all around the appliance area for gas. B...

Page 9 - OPTIONAL DIRECT VENT-AIR INTAKE TERMINAL GUARD; Figure 1

9 WARNING The direct vent-air intake terminal is HOT while the water heater is in operation. Do not touch. Keep children, combustibles, gasoline and other liquids having flammable vapors away. OPTIONAL DIRECT VENT-AIR INTAKE TERMINAL GUARD It is recommended that a vent-air intake terminal guard be i...

Page 10 - Installation continued-; Figure 2

Page 11 - VENTING; A vent kit that was designed for use with this

11 WARNING The vent-air intake system must be properly installed. Failure to properly install the vent-air intake system could result in property damage, personal injury or death. DO NOT install any damaged vent-air intake system components. Contact the manufacturer of the water heater for replaceme...

Page 13 - condensate or vapor can cause nuisance or hazard.

13 Venting continued- 1 In accordance with the current CAN/CGA-B149 Installation Codes . 2 In accordance with the current ANSI Z223.1-(Latest edition)/NFPA 54 National Fuel Gas Code . † A vent must not terminate directly above a sidewalk or paved driveway that is located between two single-family dw...

Page 14 - WATER CONNECTIONS; APPROXIMATE TIME/TEMPERATURE RELATIONSHIPS IN SCALDS; CAUTION; DO NOT

14 WATER CONNECTIONS Note: BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE INSTALLATION, CLOSE THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY VALVE. After shutting off the main water supply, open a faucet to relieve the water line pressure to prevent any water from leaking out of the pipes while making the water connections to the water heater....

Page 15 - Water Connections continued-; Relief Valves and

15 Water Connections continued- WARNING For protection against excessive temperatures and pressure, install temperature and pressure protective equipment required by local codes, but not less than a combination temperature and pressure relief valve certified by a nationally recognized testing labora...

Page 16 - operate this water heater in; NEVER OPERATE THE WATER HEATER; plumbing supplier. Please

16 Water Connections continued- If this water heater is installed in a closed water supply system, such as the one having a back-flow preventer in the cold water supply, provisions must be made to control thermal expansion. DO NOT operate this water heater in a closed system without provisions for c...

Page 17 - Gas Connections; water column above the operating manifold pressure. See; NEVER USE A MATCH OR

17 Gas Connections The gas supply lines must meet all requirements of the National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1-Latest Edition), or in Canada CAN/CGA B149.1 Natural Gas Installation Code (Latest Edition) or CAN/CGA B149.2 Propane Installation Code (Latest Edition). The minimum permissible gas supply p...

Page 18 - GENERAL OPERATION; UNDER NO

18 GENERAL OPERATION TO FILL THE WATER HEATER 1. Close the water heater drain valve by turning the knob clockwise . 2. Open the cold water supply shut-off valve. 3. Open several hot water faucets to allow air to escape from the system. 4. When a steady stream of water flows from the faucets, the wat...

Page 21 - THERMOSTAT ADJUSTMENT -; White Rodgers gas control.; Figure 5; 60°F Control 180°F Control; Figure 6

21 THERMOSTAT ADJUSTMENT - White Rodgers gas control. 160°F Control 180°F Control Figure 5 The thermostat dial is set to its lowest temperature setting when shipped from the factory. Remember that lower temperature settings are more energy efficient . Adjust the temperature by turning the thermostat...

Page 22 - Thermostat Adjusting continued – Honeywell control.

22 Thermostat Adjusting continued – Honeywell control.

Page 23 - Thermostat Adjusting continued-; BURNER FLAME CHECKS; Figure 9

23 Thermostat Adjusting continued- BURNER FLAME CHECKS At the time of installation and at periodic intervals (not more than six (6) months), a visual check of the pilot and main burner flames should be conducted. The flames should be similar to those pictured below. The main burner should light smoo...

Page 24 - MAINTENANCE; MUST NOT; Certain areas of the; HOT; materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.; IMPORTANT

24 MAINTENANCE The following maintenance should be performed by a qualified service technician at the minimum periodic intervals suggested below. In some installations the maintenance interval may be more frequent depending on upon the amount of use and the operating conditions of the water heater. ...

Page 25 - Maintenance continued-; It is; THIS WATER MAY BE HOT.

25 Maintenance continued- 6. Annually remove the inner door and main burner assembly to clean orifices and related parts of any dirt or other foreign material. Inspect the burner ports for obstructions or debris and clean with a wire brush as needed. Wire brush and/or vacuum clean the combustion cha...

Page 26 - ATTEMPT REPAIR OF COMBINATION

26 Maintenance continued- Contact your supplier or plumbing professional for replacement parts or contact the company at the address given on the rating plate of the water heater. Provide the part name, model and serial numbers of the water heater when ordering parts. READ THE WARRANTY FOR A FULL EX...

Page 27 - DIAGNOSTICS FOR HONEYWELL CONTROL; LED Status

27 DIAGNOSTICS FOR HONEYWELL CONTROL LED Status Control Status Probable Cause None (LED not on or flashing) Millivolt power is not present. Light pilot. 1. Gas valve is functioning normally 2. Gas valve is not powered. Light pilot One flash and three second pause. If set point knob is in "PILOT&...

Page 28 - Diagnostics for Honeywell Control Continued-

28 Diagnostics for Honeywell Control Continued- LED Status Control Status Probable Cause Six flashes and three second pause Water leak detected by accessory module (some models). 1. Excessive amount of water in drain pan/water dam. Seven flashes and three second pause. Gas valve electronic fault det...

Page 29 - DIRECT VENT WATER HEATER PARTS LIST; DESCRIPTION

29 DIRECT VENT WATER HEATER PARTS LIST Note: Provide the part name, model and serial numbers of the water heater when ordering parts. PART NAME & DESCRIPTION 1. Plenum 2. Plenum Gasket 3. Flue reducer 4. Dip Tube & Nipple 5. Anode Rod & Nipple 6. Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve (Certai...

Page 30 - Toxic chemicals, such as those used for boiler treatment,; must not; be introduced into potable water used for space heating.; must not; be connected to an existing heating system

30 THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR INSTALLATION OF: GAS WATER HEATERS SUITABLE FOR WATER (POTABLE) HEATING AND SPACE HEATING 1. All piping components connected to this water heater for space heating applications must be suitable for use with potable water. In Massachusetts, space heating piping l...

Page 31 - NOTES