Reliance 6 75 YRVHTL - Manuals

100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 5 GENERAL SAFETY • Do not operate water heater if flood damaged. • Inspect anode rods regularly, replace when significantly depleted. • Install in location with drainage. • Fill tank with water before operation. • Properly sized thermal expa...

6 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A INTRODUCTION Thank You for purchasing this water heater. Properly installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble free service. Abbreviations found in this Installation and Operating manual: • CSA - Canadian Standards Associa...

8 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A • If your water heater will be installed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, refer to the following graphic during installation and during modifications to the water supply system. IN REMOVE A MUST BE VERTICAL TO IR BUBBLES E OUT COIL AI...

100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 9 TYPICAL INSTALLATION GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELS (LIST REFERENCING FIGURES 1-7) 1 Vent Termination Elbow with Rodent Screen 2 *Vent Pipe3 *Vent Pipe Coupling (if required)4 CPVC Vent Pipe ( 5 ft. supplied) 5 *CPVC Vent Pipe ...

100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 11 WATER PIPING - MIXING VALVE USAGE Mixing Valves Water temperature over 125°F can cause severe burns instantly resulting in severe injury or death. Children, the elderly and the disabled and are at highest risk of scald injury. Feel water ...

12 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A Some people are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than others. These include the elderly, children, the infirm and the physically/mentally disabled. Table 1 (published by U.S. Government Memorandum, 1978) shows the approx...

100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 13 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS & WIRING DIAGRAM Failure to do so can result indeath or electrical shock. Replace all parts and panelsbefore operating. Disconnect power beforeservicing. Electric Shock Hazard WARNING Before plugging in the wat...

14 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A SAFETY LOCKOUTS This water heater has several lockout features designed to prevent the heater from operating in unsafe conditions. HIGH LIMIT CONTROLS (ENERGY CUT OFF) Thermostat/Water Temperature This feature is a part of the gas control...

100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 15 LOCATING THE NEW WATER HEATER FACTS TO CONSIDER ABOUT THE LOCATION Carefully choose an indoor location for the new water heater because the placement is a very important consideration for the safety of the occupants in the building and fo...

16 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A Read instruction manual before installing, using or servicing water heater. • Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. • Avoid all ignition sources if you smell gas...

100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 17 If this water heater will be used in beauty shops, barber shops, cleaning establishments, or self-service laundries with dry cleaning equipment, it is imperative that the water heater or water heaters be installed so that combustion and v...

18 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A CONFINED SPACE A Confined Space is one whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu/hr of the total input rating of all appliances installed in the space.Openings must be installed to provide fresh air for combustion, ventilation...

100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 19 3. When communicating with the outdoors through horizontal ducts, each opening shall have a minimum free area of 1 square inch per 2,000 Btu/hr of total input rating of all equipment in the enclosure (see Figure 20). Figure 19. 4. When du...

20 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A INSTALLING THE NEW WATER HEATER WATER PIPING Water temperature over 125°F can cause severe burns instantly resulting in severe injury or death. Children, the elderly and the disabled and are at highest risk of scald injury. Feel water bef...

22 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A CLOSED WATER SYSTEMS Water supply systems may, because of code requirements or such conditions as high line pressure, among others, have installed devices such as pressure-reducing valves, check valves, and back flow preventers. Devices s...

100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 23 TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE • Temperature-pressure relief valve must comply with ANSI Z21.22-CSA4.4 and ASME code. • Properly sized temperature- pressure relief valve must be installed in opening provided. • Do not plug, block, or c...

24 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A Note: The purpose of a temperature-pressure relief valve is to prevent excessive temperatures and pressures in the storage tank. The T&P valve is not intended for the constant relief of thermal expansion. A properly sized thermal expa...

100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 25 Make sure the gas supplied is the same type listed on the model rating plate. The inlet gas pressure must not exceed 14 inch w.c. for natural gas and propane gas. The minimum inlet gas pressure shown on the rating plate is that which will...

26 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A HOT-WATER OUTLET COLD- WATER INLET UNION TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE DISCHARGE PIPE (DO NOT CAP OR PLUG) MAX. AIR GAP BELOW DISCHARGE PIPE METAL DRAIN PAN FLOOR DRAIN DRAIN VALVE SHUT-OFF VALVE SOME COMPONENTS NOT SHOWN FOR CLARITY....

100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 27 TERMINATION CLEARANCES SIDEWALL POWER VENTNote: The following figure and table are intended to illustrate clearance requirements, and do not serve as a substitute for locally adopted installation codes. FIXED CLOSED INSIDE CORNER DETAIL O...

100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 29 POLYPROPYLENE VENT SYSTEMS Polypropylene vent systems do not use cement to connect the pipe and elbow sections but use a push together gasket seal method. Do not attempt to connect polypropylene with sealant cement.Polypropylene vent syst...

30 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A Important Notes and Warnings • This heater is certified to be installed using PVC, CPVC, ABS or polypropylene plastic vent material. Check with your local authorities to determine which materials are allowed in your area. All venting mate...

32 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A Venting instructions 1. Plan the venting layout starting at the vent termination and work back toward the heater. Take into consideration the style and position of the vent termination, the vent pipe routing, elbows and connectors require...

100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 33 TERMINATION MAY BE 90° ELBOW 3 in. MIN. LENGTH ROOF LINE A VENT USED IN A SPECIAL VENTING SYSTEM WITH POSITIVE VENT PRESSURE AND PASSING THROUGH A ROOF SHALL EXTEND AT LEAST 18 in. ABOVE THE HIGHEST POINT WHERE IT PASSES THROUGH THE ROOF ...

34 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A BLOWER EXHAUST DIRECTION The blower assembly may be rotated 90 degree clockwise or counterclockwise to allow horizontal venting in areas having restricted space above the water heater. To rotate the blower outlet, remove the four nuts (wi...

100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 35 Applicators: Select a suitable pure bristle type paint brush. Use a proper width brush or roller to apply the primer and cement (see chart below). Speedy application of cement is important due to its fast drying characteristics. IMPORTANT...

36 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A E. Application of solvent cement • Apply solvent cement evenly and quickly around outside of pipe at a width a little greater than the depth of the fitting socket. • Apply a light coat of cement evenly around the inside of the fitting soc...

38 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand these directions thoroughly before attempting to operate the water heater. Make sure the burner viewport is not missing or damaged. Make sure the tank is completely filled with water before operat...

100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 39 OPERATING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM It is recommended that lower water temperatures be used to avoid the risk of scalding. It is further recommended, in all cases, that the water temperature be set for the lowest temperature which sa...

100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 41 FOR YOUR INFORMATION START UP CONDITIONS Condensate Whenever the water heater is filled with cold water, some condensate will form while the burner is ON. A water heater may appear to be leaking when in fact the water is condensate. This ...

42 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A PERIODIC MAINTENANCE GENERAL UPKEEP Make it a habit to look around the heater, the vent piping, and the hot and cold water pipes. Do not allow any material to be piled up against the heater. Do not place any object on top of the vent pipe...

100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 43 7. Accessing the blower wheel through the outlet, use the paint brush to brush off the outer edge of the blower wheel to dislodge any dirt stuck on the blades and the inside of the housing. Rotate the wheel until all blades are clear. Not...

44 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A COMBUSTION CHAMBER AND BURNER CLEANING In the event your burner or burner air openings require cleaning, Call your service agency to remove and clean the burner and correct the problem that required the burner to be cleaned. HOUSEKEEPING ...

100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 45 CAP ANODE ROD * * THE ANODE ROD IS COVERED BY URETHANE FOAM LOCATED UNDER THE CAP. CHIP AWAY THE FOAM TO EXPOSE THE TOP OF THE ANODE ROD Figure 52. TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE TEST • Burn hazard. • Hot water discharge. • Keep clear ...

46 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A DRAINING AND FLUSHING Periodic draining and cleaning of sediment from the tank maybe necessary. It is recommended that the tank be drained and flushed every 6 months to remove sediment which may build up during operation. The water heater...

100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 47 LEAKAGE CHECKPOINTS SERVICE If a condition persists or you are uncertain about the operation of the water heater contact a service agency.Use this guide to check a “leaking” water heater. Many suspected “leakers” are not leaking tanks. Of...

48 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A REFERENCE PARTS LISTING Replacement parts may be ordered through your plumber or the local distributor. When ordering replacement p a r t s , a l w a y s h a v e t h e f o l l o w i n g information ready: Model, Serial and Product number ...

50 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES These guidelines should be utilized by a qualified service agent. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION BURNER FLAME TOO HIGH 1. Air inlets blocked2. Insufficient secondary air3. Orifice too large 1. Unblo...

54 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A READING THE LED FLASH SEQUENCE. The LED indicator light is active when the gas valve/thermostat is in operation. The light will normally show a flash sequence of a short flash once every four seconds or a “Heartbeat” of alternating bright...

100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 55 Corrective Action Number Corrective Action 8 1. Gas supply is turned off or gas pressure is too low. Ensure supply pressure and manifold gas pressures are within requirements. Manifold pressure is nonadjustable, if gas supply pressure pro...