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WATERPIK TECHNOLOGIES INC.

 

 

 

 

Gas-Fired Pool Heaters, ANSI Z21.56, and in Canada with CAN1-4.7-M85.

Certain sections of this manual are specific to either United States or Canadian installations, and are labeled as such.

1B. Description

The Laars Lite 2 LD heater gets electrical power from an external 120VAC or 240VAC source and provides a dual thermostat Flex-Temp control system for pool/spa combinations or preheat convenience. The Laars Lite 2 LD heater also meets the California, New York, Hawaii, and Oregon state energy requirements for intermittent ignition gas appliances. The Laars Lite 2 LG heater is a self contained standing pilot unit and requires no external power.

The Laars Lite 2 heater is specifically designed for heating swimming pools and spas. Do not use it as a general service water heater. There is a specially designed model of Laars Lite 2 for heating salt water pools. Consult your dealer for the appropriate Waterpik Laars products for these applications.

1C. Warranty

The Laars Lite 2 heater is sold with a limited factory warranty. Details are specified on the back cover of this manual. A copy of the warranty and a warranty registration card are included in the plastic bag shipped with the heater. Fill out and return the warranty registration card.

Make all warranty claims to an authorized Waterpik Laars representative or directly to the factory. Claims must include the heater serial number and model (this information can be found on the rating plate), installation date, and name of the installer. Shipping costs are not included in the warranty cover- age.

Damage caused by improper installation or assembly, or to the heat exchanger by corrosive water, is NOT covered by the Warranty. See Section 3D for maintaining proper pool water chemistry.

NOTE: Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference when inspecting or servicing the heater.

1D. Technical Assistance

Consult Waterpik Laars or your local distributor with any questions or problems involving the specifica- tions, installation, and operation of your Waterpik Laars equipment. An experienced technical support staff is ready to assist in assuring the proper perfor- mance and application of Waterpik Laars products. For technical support call (415) 382-8220 extension 260.

SECTION 2.

Installation Instructions

2A. General Information

Install the Laars Lite 2 heaters, vent caps and drafthoods in accordance with the procedures in this manual, local codes and ordinances, and in accordance with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. In Canada, the installation must be in accordance with CAN1-B149.1 or .2 and local codes. The authority having jurisdiction may require that the installation conform to the Standard for Gas-Fired Heaters, ANSI Z21.56. Any changes to the heater, gas controls, gas orifices, wiring, draft diverter, or im- proper installation may void the warranty. If field conditions require change to any of the above, consult the factory.

All gas-fired products require correct installation to assure safe operation. The requirements for pool heaters include the following:

1.Field assembly (if required)

2.Appropriate site location (clearances) and flooring

3.Sufficient combustion and ventilation air

4.Properly sized gas meter and piping

5.Proper electrical wiring (if required)

6.Adequate water flow

This manual provides the information needed to meet these requirements. Review all application and installation procedures completely before continuing the installation.

2B. Field Assembly

The Laars Lite 2 heater is shipped from the factory with the top assembly in the low-profile configuration for outdoor installation in the U.S. In Canada, an outdoor installation requires the addition of a factory approved vent cap. The Laars Lite 2 heater is design certified for indoor installation when equipped with a drafthood, which must be installed without modification.

The Laars Lite 2 heater is also certified for installation in an outdoor shelter in Canada when equipped with a drafthood. An outdoor shelter is an enclosure not normally occupied which does not communicate directly with occupied areas.

Check the rating plate on the heater or the Parts List (Sec. 4) of this manual for the correct Waterpik Laars drafthood or vent cap part number. See instruc- tions supplied with the drafthood or vent cap for installation and attachment. When the drafthood is used, locate the heater so as to be in the same atmo- spheric pressure zone as the combustion air inlet to the heater.

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