INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Risk of fire, explosion, or asphyxiation if heater is improperly installed, adjusted, serviced or maintained.
These instructions are for licensed, certified, trained and experienced installers only. Be sure your installer or service technician holds all required licenses or certification for your area. Attempts by unqualified persons to service or repair this heater are dangerous and could be fatal.
PUTTING THE HEATER INTO SERVICE
If the heater is installed below the level of the pool, or more than two feet above pool level, the pressure switch setting should be adjusted. See PRESSURE SWITCH, in the MAINTENANCE section.
Before putting the heater into service for the first time, fol- low the instructions under BEFORE STARTUP in the front of this manual. Check for proper operation of the heater by following the steps under OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. Damage to equipment caused by improper installation or repair will void the warranty.
OUTDOOR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
For heaters located outdoors, using the
Risk of explosion if an LP (propane) gas unit is installed in a pit or other low spot. LP gas is heavier than air. Do not install the heater using LP gas in pits or other locations where gas might collect. Consult your local build- ing code officials to determine installation requirements of heater relative to LP gas storage tanks and filling equipment. Installation must meet the requirements of the Standard for the Storage and Handling of Liquid Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58 (latest edition). Consult local codes and fire pro- tection authorities about specific installation restrictions.
Locate the heater on a level surface in an open area that is protected from drainage or
HEATER CLEARANCES – OUTDOOR
If the heater is located under a roof or deck overhang, there must be at least three feet (3’) clear space between the bottom of the overhang and the top of the heater exhaust vent. The heater must be at least six inches (6”) from the nearest wall (clearance for service access will depend on the installation). If the heater is under a roof or deck overhang, the space around the heater must be open on three sides.
The heater is certified for installation on combustible flooring. The following clearances must be maintained from com- bustible surfaces:
TOP | 3 FEET |
ALL SIDES | 6 INCHES |
Orient the heater for convenient access to the water con- nections and the gas and electrical connections.
3' or more
Outdoor
installations must have at
least 3' of clearance above vent.
Space around unit must be open on three sides when under roof or overhang.
leave 6 in. |
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of clear space |
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between | 6" | |
unit and | ||
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combustible surfaces
TOP VIEW
FIGURE 8: Combustible Clearances
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