(QVXUHWKHGUDLQKRVHLVVHFXUHGEHIRUHDQGGXULQJWKHHQWLUH

ÀXVKLQJSURFHGXUH)OXVKLQJLVSHUIRUPHGZLWKV\VWHPZDWHU

SUHVVXUHDSSOLHGWRWKHZDWHUKHDWHU

 2SHQWKHZDWHUKHDWHUGUDLQYDOYHWRÀXVKWKHVWRUDJHWDQN

 )OXVKWKHZDWHUKHDWHUVWRUDJHWDQNWRUHPRYHVHGLPHQWDQG DOORZWKHZDWHUWRÀRZXQWLOLWUXQVFOHDQ

 &ORVHWKHZDWHUKHDWHUGUDLQYDOYHZKHQÀXVKLQJLVFRPSOHWHG  5HPRYHWKHGUDLQKRVH )LOOWKHZDWHUKHDWHUVHH)LOOLQJ7KH:DWHU+HDWHURQSDJH

7XUQRQWKHHOHFWULFDOVXSSO\WRSODFHWKHZDWHUKHDWHUEDFN

LQRSHUDWLRQ6HH,QLWLDO6WDUW8SRQSDJH

$OORZWKHZDWHUKHDWHUWRFRPSOHWHVHYHUDOKHDWLQJF\FOHVWR HQVXUHLWLVRSHUDWLQJSURSHUO\

FILLING THE WATER HEATER

6HH)LOOLQJ7KH:DWHU+HDWHURQSDJH

SEDIMENT REMOVAL

:DWHUERUQH LPSXULWLHV FRQVLVW RI WKH SDUWLFOHV RI VRLO DQG VDQG ZKLFKVHWWOHRXWDQGIRUPDOD\HURIVHGLPHQWRQWKHERWWRPRI WKHWDQN

)RU FRQYHQLHQFH VHGLPHQW UHPRYDO DQG OLPH VFDOH UHPRYDO VKRXOGEHSHUIRUPHGDWWKHVDPHWLPH

LIME SCALE REMOVAL

:KHQZDWHULVKHDWHGGLVVROYHGPLQHUDOVLQWKHZDWHUVXFKDV

FDOFLXP DQG PDJQHVLXP FDUERQDWH OLPH VFDOH  EHFRPH OHVV VROXEOH $V WKH ZDWHU WHPSHUDWXUH ULVHV WKHVH PLQHUDOV ZLOO SUHFLSLWDWHRU³IDOORXW´RIVROXWLRQ

7KH DPRXQW RI OLPH VFDOH UHOHDVHG IURP ZDWHU LV LQ GLUHFW SURSRUWLRQWRZDWHUWHPSHUDWXUHDQGXVDJH7KHKLJKHUWKHZDWHU WHPSHUDWXUHRUZDWHUXVDJHWKHPRUHOLPHGHSRVLWVDUHGURSSHG RXWRIWKHZDWHU

:DWHU KDUGQHVV DOVR DIIHFWV OLPH VFDOH DFFXPXODWLRQ :LWK WKH

WHPSHUDWXUHDQGXVDJHEHLQJWKHVDPHKDUGZDWHUZLOOUHOHDVH

PRUHOLPHVFDOHWKDQVRIWHUZDWHU

/LPHVFDOHUHGXFHVKHDWLQJHI¿FLHQF\DVLWDFFXPXODWHVLQVLGH D ZDWHU KHDWHU +HDWLQJ WUDQVIHU VXUIDFHV EHFRPH FRDWHG ZLWK OLPH VFDOH GHSRVLWV ZKLFK LQFUHDVHV IXHO FRVWV WR RSHUDWH WKH ZDWHU KHDWHU /LPH VFDOH GHSRVLWV FDQ DOVR FDXVH UXPEOLQJ DQGSRXQGLQJQRLVHVDVDLUPROHFXOHVWUDSSHGLQWKHOLPHVFDOH HVFDSHZKHQKHDWHG/LPHVFDOHDFFXPXODWLRQDOVRUHGXFHVWKH OLIHVSDQRIZDWHUKHDWHUV)RUWKHVHUHDVRQVDUHJXODUVFKHGXOH IRUGHOLPLQJVKRXOGEHVHWXS

7KH GHSWK RI OLPH DFFXPXODWLRQ LQ WKH ERWWRP RI WKH ZDWHU KHDWHU VKRXOG EH PHDVXUHG SHULRGLFDOO\ ,QVSHFW E\ UHPRYLQJ WKH FOHDQRXW FRYHU RQFH HYHU\  PRQWKV DW ¿UVW 'HOLPLQJ

PDLQWHQDQFH VKRXOG WKHQ EH SHUIRUPHG EDVHG RQ WKH WLPH LW WDNHVIRULQFK FP RIOLPHWRDFFXPXODWHLQWKHERWWRPRI

WKHZDWHUKHDWHU

6HGLPHQWDQGOLPHVFDOHUHPRYDOPD\EHDFFRPSOLVKHGPDQXDOO\

WKURXJKWKHFOHDQRXWRSHQLQJIXUQLVKHGRQWKHZDWHUKHDWHUVHH

)LJXUH

CLEANOUT

TANK ACCESS PANEL

CLEANOUT

CLEANOUT

OPENING

GASKET

CLEANOUT

COVER

Figure 63

MANUAL LIME SCALE REMOVAL

NOTE:&RQWDFW\RXUORFDOGLVWULEXWRURUFDOOWKHSDUWVGHSDUWPHQW SKRQHQXPEHURQWKHEDFNFRYHURIWKLVPDQXDOWRRUGHUDQHZ

FOHDQRXWJDVNHW+DYHWKHQHZJDVNHWDYDLODEOHEHIRUHUHPRYLQJ

WKHFOHDQRXWFRYHU

7KH FOHDQRXW RSHQLQJ LV VKRZQ LQ )LJXUH  7R UHPRYH OLPH

VFDOHPDQXDOO\WKURXJKWKHFOHDQRXWRSHQLQJSURFHHGDVIROORZV  7XUQRIIWKHHOHFWULFDOVXSSO\WRWKHZDWHUKHDWHU

 7KHZDWHUKHDWHUPXVWEHGUDLQHGVHH'UDLQLQJ$QG)OXVKLQJ RQSDJHIROORZWKHLQVWUXFWLRQVRQKRZWRGUDLQWKHZDWHU

KHDWHU

 5HPRYHRXWHUFOHDQRXWDFFHVVSODWHIURPORZHUVLGHRIWKH ZDWHUKHDWHUMDFNHW

 5HPRYHWKHFOHDQRXWFRYHUIURPFOHDQRXWRSHQLQJ

 5HPRYH OLPH VFDOH DQGRU VHGLPHQW XVLQJ FDUH QRW WR

GDPDJHWKHJODVVOLQLQJ

 ,QVWDOODQHZFOHDQRXWJDVNHWLIUHTXLUHG

 5HLQVWDOOWKHFOHDQRXWFRYHU%HVXUHWRGUDZSODWHXSWLJKW E\WLJKWHQLQJVFUHZVVHFXUHO\

 &ORVHWKHZDWHUKHDWHUGUDLQYDOYH

 )LOOWKHZDWHUKHDWHUVHH)LOOLQJ7KH:DWHU+HDWHURQSDJH

7XUQRQWKHHOHFWULFDOVXSSO\WRSODFHWKHZDWHUKHDWHUEDFN

LQRSHUDWLRQ6HH,QLWLDO6WDUW8SRQSDJH

$OORZWKHZDWHUKHDWHUWRFRPSOHWHVHYHUDOKHDWLQJF\FOHVWR HQVXUHLWLVRSHUDWLQJSURSHUO\

&KHFNIRUZDWHUOHDNDJH

5HLQVWDOOWKHFOHDQRXWDFFHVVSODWH

CHEMICAL LIME SCALE REMOVAL

7RGLVVROYHDQGUHPRYHPRUHVWXEERUQOLPHVFDOHGHSRVLWV81

/,0(Š3URIHVVLRQDO'HOLPHUVKRXOGEHXVHG

81/,0(Š3URIHVVLRQDO'HOLPHULVDQHDV\WRKDQGOHSDWHQWHG

IRRG JUDGH DFLG IRUPXODWHG VSHFL¿FDOO\ IRU OLPH VFDOH UHPRYDO IURPDOOW\SHVRIZDWHUXVLQJHTXLSPHQW+\GURFKORULFEDVHDFLGV PXVW QRW EH XVHG WR GHOLPH WKH ZDWHU KHDWHUV FRYHUHG LQ WKLV

PDQXDO

)ROORZ WKH LQVWUXFWLRQV RQ WKH 81/,0(Š WR GHOLPH WKH ZDWHU KHDWHU

NOTE: &DOO WKH SDUWV GHSDUWPHQW SKRQH QXPEHU RQ WKH EDFN FRYHURIWKLVPDQXDOWRRUGHU81/,0(Š3URIHVVLRQDO'HOLPHU 6HH7$%/(RQSDJHIRUSDUWQXPEHUV

65

Page 65
Image 65
American Water Heater Commercial Gas Water Heaters Filling the Water Heater, Sediment Removal, Lime Scale Removal

AHCG/HCG3 60T 120 - AHCG3/HCG3 100T 250, Commercial Gas Water Heaters specifications

American Water Heater's Commercial Gas Water Heaters, particularly the AHCG/HCG3 60T 120 and AHCG3/HCG3 100T 250 models, stand out in the market for their impressive performance and reliable efficiency. Designed to meet the demanding needs of commercial applications, these gas water heaters provide an optimal solution for businesses requiring consistent hot water supply.

One of the main features of the AHCG/HCG3 series is its exceptional heat capacity. The models are engineered to deliver high recovery rates, ensuring that adequate hot water is available even during peak demand periods. The AHCG/HCG3 60T 120 can yield a robust output, ideal for smaller to medium-sized facilities, while the AHCG3/HCG3 100T 250 is designed for larger operations that require enhanced capacity.

These water heaters incorporate innovative technologies to maximize efficiency. The use of a high-efficiency burner system significantly reduces gas consumption, earning these models an Energy Factor rating that complies with modern energy standards. Additionally, the inclusion of a direct vent design allows for safe and efficient exhaust management, further promoting the energy-saving capabilities of these units.

The design of these commercial water heaters prioritizes durability and longevity. Constructed with heavy-duty components, including a corrosion-resistant water tank, these models are built to last, reducing the need for frequent replacements and maintenance. They also feature an advanced control system that monitors and adjusts the operation for optimal performance, enhancing user experience while decreasing operational costs.

Another notable characteristic of the AHCG/HCG3 series is their flexibility in installation. Both the 60T 120 and the 100T 250 models offer various venting options, which means they can easily fit into the existing infrastructure of many commercial facilities. This versatility facilitates a seamless integration process, saving time and resources during installation.

With a commitment to providing effective hot water solutions, American Water Heater continues to innovate, making the AHCG/HCG3 series a valuable addition to any commercial establishment. From restaurants to laundromats and beyond, these gas water heaters deliver reliable performance, ensuring that businesses can operate smoothly and efficiently.