American Water Heater
316888-004
warranty
Troubleshooting
Install
Dimension
Maintenance
Diagnostic Display
Cleaning the Heat Engine
Temperature Regulation
How to
Anode ROD Replacement
Safety
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Contents
Power Vent GAS Models
AN Odorant is Added to the GAS Used By this Water Heater
Table of Contents
Safe INSTALLATION, USE and Service
Important Definitions
General Safety
Can be triggered at any time
Preparing for the Installation
Introduction
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GET to Know Your Water Heater GAS Models
Replacement Parts and Deliming Products
Operation
Installation Considerations
Rough in Dimensions
Directly BELOW. Keep Clear of ALL Obstructions
Water Potable Heating All models are considered
Water Piping Mixing Valve Usage
Suggested Piping Arrangement For TOP Connections
Hotter Water can Scald
Facts to Consider about Location
Handle Installation
Earthquake Zones
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Appliances in Unconfined Spaces
Combustion AIR and Ventilation
Appliances in Confined Spaces
ALL AIR from Outdoors See Figures 12, 13
Closed Water Systems
Chemical Vapor Corrosion
Water Piping
Thermal Expansion
TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE Relief Valve
Hard Water
Valve and Pipe Insulation if supplied
GAS Piping
FLOODING/FREEZING
High Altitude Installations
GAS Line Purging
Filling the Water Heater
Vent Pipe Termination
If using 2 inch vent pipe
Planning the Vent System
If using 3 inch vent pipe
Condensate
Installation of Vent System
Vent Terminal INSTALLATION, Sidewall
Masonry Side Walls
Installation Sequence
Sequence of Installations
Vent terminals supplied with heater must be used
Installation of Vent SYSTEM, Sidewall
Installation of Vertical Vent System
Initial Preparation
Vent Pipe Preparation
Selection of Materials
Step a
Recommended BRUSH* Size for Primer Cement Applications
Step B
Step F
Power Vent
Step E
Step G Connection to Vent Pipe
Vent Hoods MAY be Extremely HOT During Operation
Filling the Water Heater
Electrical Connections
Calibration
Operating Instructions
Display Panel
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MCU
For Your Safety Read Before Lighting
Lighting Instructions
Heat Cycle Definitions State Description
Temperature Regulation
Unique Hybrid Features
Temperature Probes
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Temperature Regulation
Start UP Conditions
Constant Output Temperature Control
Operational Conditions
Venting System Inspection
Maintenance
Housekeeping
Burner Operation and Inspection
Cleaning the Inlet Water Filter
Anode ROD Replacement
TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE Relief Valve Operation
Motors
Cleaning the Heat Engine
Flushing the Heat Exchanger Lime BUILD- UP
Fault Indication and Error Codes
Draining the Tank
Remarks
Diagnostic Display
Code Display Example Format
Fault Lockout Code Description Cause Remedy Type Displayed
Fault Lockout Code Description Cause Remedy Type Displayed
Fault Lockout Code Description Cause Remedy Type Displayed
Troubleshooting
HOT Water Turns Cold
When the TAP is Opened
There is no HOT Water or
Stays Cold
Service
Leakage Checkpoints
Parts Identification Item # Description
AB C DEF
NIP/DIP/TBO/HT
Replacement Parts Description
KIT #
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