AquaStar GWH 1600 P Mounting Heater, Remove cover and inspect Remove the temperature control

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Installation instructions

3.4Mounting Heater

Warning: before starting installation:

B check that there are no loose parts inside the appliance

B ensure that gas pipe, gas valve, and burner have no damage and are properly fitted.

B Read chapter 2.2 to verify proper gas type and to check all parts are included in box.

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Front cover should be removed in order to

 

inspect components visually (see

 

instructions below).

Fig. 6 Remove front cover

 

 

Remove cover and inspect.

BRemove the temperature control.

BRemove the outer case by pulling it forwards and then lifting upwards, see Fig. 6.

B Ensure that the flue terminal is clear.

B After inspection, replace front cover.

Install incandescent particle tray.

B Install incandenscent particle tray using screws provided as shown in Fig. 5.

Screws

Incandescent particle tray

Fig. 5 Incandescent particle tray illustration

Mounting heater.

The GWH 1600 P is design certified for mounting on a wall.

Warning:

B Do not install this appliance on a carpeted wall.

The heater must be mounted on a wall using appropriate anchoring materials. If wall is a stud wall sheathed with plasterboard, it is recommended that support board(s), either 1x4’s or 1/2" (minimum) plywood first be attached across a pair of studs and then the heater should be attached to the support boards, see Fig. 7.

BSecure the two included L shaped hooks to wall studs or support board 13 1/4” apart. (See Fig. 7).

BHang heater on two L shaped hooks. (See Fig. 8).

Fig. 7 Support board

Fig. 8 Secure heater to wall

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Contents Model GWH 1600 P Index IndexWater resistant GWH 1600 P specifications Technical dataAppliance details Appliance detailsGeneral rules to follow for safe operation Unpacking the GWH 1600 P heaterDimensions in Inches and mm Dimensions and installation clearancesInstallation instructions Installation instructionsProper location for installing your heater Heater placement and clearancesMounting Heater Remove cover and inspect Remove the temperature controlHang heater on two L shaped hooks. See Fig Appliances located in confined spaces Combustion air requirementsVenting Existing interior masonry chimney Installation instructions Masonry chimneyGAS Connections Gas piping & connectionsFor Natural GAS Water connections Connecting manometer Shut off gasConnecting the pressure relief valve PRV Measuring gas pressureOperation instructions For your safety read before operating your water heaterOperation instructions Recirculation applicationLighting instructions Setting the water temperatureTo turn off appliance Draining water from heater Temperature adjustment knobPilot Maintenance and serviceMaintenance intervals Water valveOperate the circulating pump Vent assemblyMain burners Mineral scale build-upPilot goes out during or after hot water use TroubleshootingPilot lights, but goes out when button released Introduction Pilot does not lightBurners do not light with water flow Hot water temperature fluctuates at tapCheck for a clogged inlet water filter screen see chapter Burners ignite without hot water flow Noise when heater is runningWater is too hot Water is not hot enoughBurners do not operate cleanly yellow flames when operating Protecting the environment Protecting the environmentSaving water resources Interior components and diagram parts list Interior components and diagram parts listInterior components Components Diagram Components diagramDescription Reference Parts listTwelve Year Limited Warranty Gas Pressure Reading Static Serial NumberWaitsfield, VT all rights reserved

GWH 1600 P specifications

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