GSW G65 Lp Propane Gas Models, Maintenance Instructions, Lp. Gas Is Heavier Than Air, Out Of Fuel

LP (PROPANE) GAS MODELS

LP. GAS IS HEAVIER THAN AIR.

Should there be a leak in the system, the gas will settle at FLOOR LEVEL. Basements, crawl spaces, closets and areas below ground level will serve as pockets for the accumulation of the gas.

Out Of Fuel

When your LP tank runs out of fuel, turn off gas at all gas appliances. After LP tank is refilled, all appliances must be re-lit according to the manufactures’ instructions.

1.The burner air openings (primary air) may need clean ing. Observe if lint and dust have accumulated.

2.With a small brush, clear away lint and dust which may have accumulated. Observe if any debris has fallen on the burner which obstructs the burner ports. See Figure 5 for a view of a comparison of a good flame. If in doubt, consult a competent serviceman or your local gas company.

3.Turn thermostat dial up to turn burner “ON”

4.Loosen the air shutter retaining screw.

5.With a screw driver, lightly tap the air shutter and move it in the more open direction (Figure 5)

6.If yellow flame disappears, tighten the screws, taking care not to move air shutter again.

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Venting System Inspection

Every three months, when inspecting the burner flame, an inspection of the venting system should be made.

Check these points:

1.Are the draft hood relief openings free of obstruction?

2.Is the flue pipe securely attached?

3.Is the flue pipe cemented into the chimney or are cracks and loose cement visible?

CORRECT ANY DEFECTS IMMEDIATELY

NOTE:

While moving the air shutter dust particles will be dis- turbed and drawn into the burner causing a bright, lumi- nous flame. This is temporary and must not be confused with a yellow tipped, carbonizing flame. Carbonizing flames are often called “candling” flames because they look like flames from a burning candle.

7.When flames appear normal (Figure 5) replace burner access cover.

8.Turn thermostat down to the previous setting.

Tank Clean-Out

A)A clean-out opening is provided for periodic cleaning of the tank. Gas must be shut off and the heater drained before opening the clean-out.

B)To clean heater through the clean-out opening, proceed as follows:

Burner Maintenance

At least every three months, check the burner and pilot flames. The burner flames must be a soft blue flame with no yellow tips. Yellow tips indicate a carbonizing flame which can, depending on severity, deposit carbon (soot) on the combustion chamber and flue passages.

- remove outer door from side of the side of the casing.

- peel back the insulation covering the clean-out flange.

- remove the six (6) hex head screws securing the tank

clean-out plate and remove the plate.

- remove lime, scale or sediment using care not to

Figure 5

TOO LITTLE AIR. YELLOW FLAME. LIKE A CANDLE.

CLOSED

INSUFFICIENT AIR

SHARP, CLEARLY DEFINED

INNER CONE, BLUE TIPS

PRIMARY AIR OPEN

ADJUST AIR SHUTTER

FOR GOOD FLAME

damage the glass lining of the tank.

- inspect the clean-out gasket, if it shows sign of wear a

new gasket is required.

- install the clean-out plate. Be sure to draw plate up

tight by tightening screws securely.

- position the insulation, and replace outer door.

NOTE:

In some areas where there is a lot of lime in the water, the tank should be cleaned more frequently, otherwise the heater will develop excess scale on the bottom and cause a banging, rumbling or boiling noise and will affect the recovery, operation and life of the heater.

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