SPECIFICATION FOR DOMESTIC WATER HEATERS
Condensing, Firetube,
Furnish and install a PLATINUM condensing firetube gas water heater(s) as manufactured by PVI Industries, LLC of Fort Worth, Texas. Supply quantities and model numbers as indicated on the plumbing schedule.
Gas and Electrical Consumption
The water heater will operate at 95% thermal efficiency when tested to ANSI Z21.10.3/CSA 4.3. The water heater will comply with the thermal efficiency, standby loss, and all other requirements of ASHRAE
Pressure Vessel and Heating Surfaces
The water heater will be constructed and stamped in accordance with Section IV, Part HLW of the ASME code.
The storage section and heat exchanger of the water heater will be National Board Registered for a working pressure of 160 psi.
The heat exchanger will be a firetube design with the combustion chamber and all heating surfaces completely
Tank Lining
The entire lining will be applied after the tank is completely fabricated and all welding is completed. Lining will be a thermoplastic polymer that is NSF 61 approved and consist of FDA compliant materials. Lining will consist of multiple applications creating a continuous and nonporous barrier with no interruptions or discontinuities; including the
The lined tank will not require anode rods or electronic anodes and none will be used.
Burner and Venting
Combustion will be provided by a
Water heater will be a category IV, condensing, positive pressure appliance and UL approved for PVC venting material. Water heater will vent
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