Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
2 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A TABLE OF CONTENTS Safe Installation, Use And Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3General Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 3 - SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE; CAUTION; IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS; ”National Fuel Gas
100309035_2000560888_Rev. A www. reliancewaterheaters .com 3 SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE Your safety and the safety of others is extremely important in the installation, use and servicing of this water heater.Many safety-related messages and instructions have been provided in this manual and ...
Page 4 - GENERAL SAFETY; Fire Hazard; WARNING; HOT; DANGER; Explosion Hazard; WARNING; Read instruction manual before; WARNING
4 www. reliancewaterheaters .com 100309035_2000560888_Rev. A GENERAL SAFETY Read and understand instruction manual and safety messages before installing, operating or servicing this water heater.Failure to follow instructions and safety messages could result in death or serious injury.Instruction ma...
Page 5 - Improper Installation, use and service may result; Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas
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...
Page 6 - INTRODUCTION
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...
Page 8 - WATER HEATING/SPACE HEATING SYSTEM
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...
Page 9 - TYPICAL INSTALLATION; Front View; Rear View
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 ...
Page 11 - Do not use in space heating only applications.
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 ...
Page 12 - WATER HEATER OPERATION
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...
Page 13 - ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS & WIRING DIAGRAM; Electric Shock Hazard; Before plugging in the water heater, always make sure:
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...
Page 14 - SAFETY LOCKOUTS; Blower High Limit Switch; Resetting the heater will reset the FVIR circuit if
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...
Page 15 - LOCATING THE NEW WATER HEATER; FACTS TO CONSIDER ABOUT THE LOCATION; Property Damage Hazard; STORAGE OF FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
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...
Page 16 - Fire or Explosion Hazard; Do not install water heater on; Clearances to combustibles
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...
Page 17 - INSULATION JACKETS AND BLANKETS; AIR REQUIREMENTS; Contaminated or dusty air may cause build-up on; UNCONFINED SPACE
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...
Page 18 - When communicating with the outdoors through
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...
Page 19 - CHEMICAL VAPOR CORROSION
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...
Page 20 - INSTALLING THE NEW WATER HEATER; WATER PIPING; SPACE HEATING AND POTABLE WATER SYSTEMS; Water heaters used; Water piping and vent piping occupy the space
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...
Page 22 - To protect against untimely corrosion of hot and cold; If using copper tubing, solder tubing to an
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...
Page 23 - TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE; Temperature-pressure relief valve discharge pipe; Water Damage Hazard; Allowing the T&P discharge pipe to blow down
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...
Page 24 - The purpose of a temperature-pressure relief valve; Spread the slit open and fit the insulation over the T&P; HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION; Contact a qualified installer or; GAS PIPING; Do not use water heater with; Fire and Explosion Hazard
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...
Page 25 - “National Fuel Gas; . Copper or brass tubing; “National Fuel; and your gas supplier; Use joint compound or tape; SEDIMENT TRAPS; Contaminants in gas lines can
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...
Page 26 - FILLING THE WATER HEATER; VENTING
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....
Page 27 - for locally adopted installation codes.; OPERABLE; VENT TERMINAL
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...
Page 29 - This cap must remain in place if a drain hose is not; EXHAUST VENTING; The information provided in Figure 31 is intended
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...
Page 30 - Important Notes and Warnings; Do not allow insulation to cover the vent piping.; Venting terminations and sizing; The metal wire screens are self-securing.
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...
Page 32 - Venting instructions; Use of Solvent Cement and Primer
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...
Page 33 - Vent pipe connection to blower; Coupling installations according to vent sizes
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 ...
Page 34 - BLOWER EXHAUST DIRECTION; VENT PIPE PREPARATION; INITIAL PREPARATION; Primers and cements are; Cement
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...
Page 35 - C. Test dry fit of the joint
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...
Page 36 - E. Application of solvent cement; Cans of cement and primer should; G. Cleanup and joint movement
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...
Page 38 - FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
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...
Page 39 - OPERATING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM
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...
Page 41 - FOR YOUR INFORMATION; b. Burning gas produces water vapor in water heaters,; Strange sounds; d. An excess of active hydrogen in the tank. This is; “AIR” IN HOT-WATER FAUCETS; Flammable hydrogen gases may
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 ...
Page 42 - PERIODIC MAINTENANCE; GENERAL UPKEEP; BLOWER MAINTENANCE
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...
Page 43 - BURNER OPERATION AND INSPECTION
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...
Page 44 - Do not obstruct combustion air; ANODE ROD MAINTENANCE
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 ...
Page 45 - TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE TEST; Hot water discharge.; Excessive water pressure is the most common
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 ...
Page 46 - DRAINING AND FLUSHING; To Drain The Water Heater Storage Tank
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...
Page 47 - LEAKAGE CHECKPOINTS; SERVICE
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...
Page 48 - REFERENCE PARTS LISTING
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 ...
Page 50 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES; PROBLEM
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...
Page 54 - power to the control.
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...
Page 55 - not within 42-76 ohms at room temperature.
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...
