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INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL
TRICON WATER HEATER
MODELS (150, 180, 200) (L, SS) (250, 300) A-PVIF
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified service installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
IMPORTANT: THIS MANUAL CONTAINS INFORMATION REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND
MAINTENANCE OF THIS EQUIPMENT. READ AND FOLLOW THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL AND ALL OTHER
PROVIDED INSTRUCTIONS, LABELS AND MARKINGS BEFORE INSTALLING, OPERATING OR SERVICING THIS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Safety Considerations 2. Standard Features and Equipment 2.1 Performance 2.2 Pressure Vessel 2.3 Heat Exchanger 2.4 Code and Standards 2.5 Burner, Operating Controls & Safeties 2.6 Warranty and Service Policy (see warranty and service policy for details) 2.7 Miscellaneous 3. Product Descriptions 4. Water Heater Installation 4.1 Checking Equipment Before You Install 4.2 Codes 4.3 Electrical Requirements 4.4 Handling and Location 4.5 Service Cleara
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10. Operating and Safety Controls 10.1 Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve(s) 10.2 Operating Temperature Control 10.3 High Water Temperature Limit Control 10.4 Cathodic Protection 10.5 Electronic Low Water Cut-off (optional) 11. TEMPTRAC Electronic Controller Panel 11.1 Principal of Operation 11.2 Upper LED Readout 11.3 Lower LED Readout 11.4 Control Buttons 11.5 To View the Setpoint 11.6 To Change the Setpoint 11.7 To Change Other Parameters 11.8 LED Display Alarm
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1 SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS WARNING: If the information in the supplied manual(s) is not followed exactly, a fire, explosion or exposure to hazardous materials may result, causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance. Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any phone in y
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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE It takes only 5 seconds of skin contact with 140°F water to cause a second degree burn! You must protect against high water temperatures at all lavatories, tubs, showers and other points of hot water contact. Accidental scalding from high water temperatures is a greater risk in some types of installations. Some examples are: HOMES FOR THE MENTALLY HANDICAPPED HOMES FOR THE PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED HOSPITALS AND NURSING HOMES ELDER CARE FACILITIES AND REST
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2 STANDARD FEATURES AND EQUIPMENT 2.1 Performance 87% thermal efficiency at full fire from 40° to 140°F Up to 92% thermal efficiency with modulation < 20 ppm NOx Ducts direct combustion air up to 100 equivalent feet through 6-inch diameter material (requires UL approved vent cap, see optional equipment list) Vents up to 100 equivalent feet through 6-inch diameter material 2.2 Pressure Vessel AquaPLEX (unlined duplex alloy) Storage tank ASME stamped and National B
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3 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Component, Controls and Connection Locations (Locations May Vary) 250 SERIES 7 PV500-47C 06/12
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300 SERIES 8 PV500-47C 06/12
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4 WATER HEATER INSTALLATION 4.1 Checking Equipment Before You Install Inspect the unit completely upon receipt from the freight carrier before signing the bill of lading. Inspect the appliance and all accompanying parts for signs of impact or mishandling. Verify the total number of pieces shown on packing slips with those actually received. Contact the freight carrier immediately if any damage or shortage is detected. 4.2 Codes The equipment must be installed in accordance with those
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8. Do not install on carpet or other combustible floor coverings. If installation over a combustible floor is required, follow these guidelines: Use a base of hollow clay tile or concrete blocks from 8" to 12" thick and extending 24" beyond the sides. Place the blocks in line so that the holes line up horizontally to provide a clear passage through the blocks. Install 1/2” fireproof millboard with a 20-gage sheet metal cover over the block base. Center the unit on the base.
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SINGLE WATER PIPING SINGLE STORAGE WATER HEATER WITH SUPPLEMENTAL STORAGE TANK 11 PV500-47C 06/12
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TWO WATER HEATERS WITH REVERSE RETURN PIPING 6 CONDENSATE DRAIN, TRAP & DISPOSAL The TRICON water heater is designed to produce significant amounts of condensate because of its high efficiency. Condensate occurs naturally when water vapor in combustion gases is cooled below the dew point. A 3/4” NPT drain connections is provided. A trap with three inches of standing water below the bottom of the heater (3” above the base of the I-Beam skids), and no higher than the bottom of the heater
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Condensate Piping and Trap with Optional Condensate Neutralizer 6.1 Condensate Neutralization System (optional) Although only slightly acidic (3-5 PH), condensate can be routed through an optional Condensate Neutralization System (see image below) to become pH neutral allowing for disposal into any drain or sewer system without concern for corrosion. Condensate slowly flows through a neutralization bath filled with renewable crushed limestone becoming neutralized thus avoiding chemic
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7 GAS SUPPLY AND PIPING Verify that the type of gas specified on rating plate is supplied to the unit. This unit is orificed for operation up to 2000 feet altitude. Appliance Btuh output derates 4% per 1000 feet elevation above sea level. Consult Factory for installations above 2000 feet elevation. 7.1 Gas Train and Controls Certification NOTE: The gas train and controls assembly provided on this unit have been tested under the applicable American National Standard to comply with safe
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MULTIPLE UNIT INSTALLATIONS GAS PIPING SIZE CHART Maximum Capacity of Pipe in Thousands of BTU’s per hour for gas pressures of 14 Inches Water Column (0.5 PSIG) or less and a pressure drop of 0.05 Inch Water Column (Based on NAT GAS, 1025BTU’s per Cubic Foot of Gas and 0.60 Specific Gravity). Nominal Iron Length of Pipe in Straight Feet Pipe Size, 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 125 150 175 200 Inches 3/4 369 256 205 174 155 141 128 121 113 106 95 86 79 74 697 477 384 328 292 267 246 25
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8 COMBUSTION AND VENTILATION AIR Provisions for adequate combustion and ventilation air to the mechanical room must be in accordance with Section 5.3 “Air for Combustion and Ventilation” of the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 and/or CAN/CSA B149, Installation Codes or applicable provisions of the local building codes. 8.1 Equipment Located In Confined Spaces Equipment located in confined spaces requires two openings installed within 12” (30.5 cm) from the top an
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Duct Fitting Equivalent Length Duct Pipe: 6” Duct 7” Duct 8” Duct 9” Duct 90º Elbow 8 feet 9 feet 10 feet 11 feet 90º Long Radius Elbow 5 feet 5 feet 5 feet 6 feet 45º Elbow 5 feet 5 feet 5 feet 5 feet The following remote air duct information is provided for use in design calculations, if needed. Remote Air Duct Specifications Required Max Duct Loss Input Mbtu Air (SCFM) (inches Water) 1500 325 0.784 1800 390 1.11 2000 433 1.356 8.3 Remote Combustion Air Cap A UL List
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9 VENTING 9.1 Venting the TRICON: TRICON models are designed for operation only with stainless steel venting listed by UL, ULC, ETL or CSA for Category IV, positive pressure, gas appliance venting. Follow the vent manufacturer’s instructions for installation, sealing, supporting and terminating their vent system. Do not use plastic venting of any type. Do not use a barometric damper with the TRICON positive pressure vent. WARNING: Use only stainless steel venting listed by a nationally
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9.3 Vertical or Horizontal Vent Termination: 1. The vent terminal must have a minimum clearance of 4 feet (1.22 m) horizontally from, and in no case be located above or below, unless a 4 foot (1.22 m) horizontal distance is maintained from electric meters, gas meters, regulators and relief equipment. 2. The vent cap must terminate at least 3 feet (0.91 m) above any forced air inlet within 10 feet (3.05 m). 3. The vent shall terminate at least 4 feet (1.22 m) below, 4 feet (1.22 m) horiz
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10 OPERATING AND SAFETY CONTROLS WARNING: Turn off all electrical service to the appliance when accessing the limit or other controls located inside the control cabinet. This cabinet contains High Voltage wiring and terminals. If the electrical service is not turned off and these terminals are touched, a dangerous shock causing personal injury or loss of life could occur. Close and fasten the control cabinet cover before restoring electrical service to the appliance. 10.1 Temperature and
