Laarsen Associates Water Heater IW User Manual

Installation and Operation Instructions  
Document 2040D  
Installation and Operation  
Instructions for  
Mighty Therm  
Volume Water Heaters  
Models VW, PW and IW  
Sizes 500-1825  
These instructions are to be stored in the pocket provided on the boiler.  
FOR YOUR SAFETY: This product must be installed and serviced by a professional service technician,  
qualified in hot water heater installation and maintenance. Improper installation and/or operation could  
create carbon monoxide gas in flue gases which could cause serious injury, property damage, or death.  
Improper installation and/or operation will void the warranty.  
WARNING  
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result  
causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.  
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and 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 electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.  
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a nearby phone. Follow the gas supplier's  
instructions.  
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.  
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or gas  
supplier.  
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1B. HeaterIdentification  
Consult rating plate on the heater. The following  
example simplifies the heater identification.  
SECTION 1.  
General Information  
1A. Introduction  
1
2
3
I
4
5
6
This manual provides information for the  
PW  
1670  
N
09  
C
installation and operation of Laars volume water  
heaters. It is strongly recommended that all application  
and installation procedures be reviewed completely  
before proceeding with the installation. Consult the  
Laars factory, or local factory representative, with any  
problems or questions regarding this equipment.  
Experience has shown that most problems are caused  
by improper installation.  
Some accessory items are shipped in separate  
packages. Verify receipt of all packages listed on the  
package slip. Inspect everything for possible damage  
upon delivery, and inform the carrier of any shortages  
or impairments. Any such claims should be filed with  
the carrier. The carrier, not the shipper, is responsible  
for shortages and damage to the shipment whether  
visible or concealed.  
1. Basic heater model.*  
2. Input rate X 1000 BTU/hr.  
3. Indoor (I) or Outdoor (E) installation.  
4. Gas type: Natural (N) or Propane (P).  
5. Ignition system: I.I.D. (09) or continuous pilot  
(16).**  
6. Firing rate: On/Off (C), 2-stage (K), 4-stage (L).  
*Model VW water heaters for use with separate  
storage tank. There must be a field installed pump to  
circulate water between the heater and the storage  
tank.  
*Model PW water heaters are basically the same  
as the VW series except that the PW heaters come  
with integrally mount pumps.  
*Model IW water heaters are tankless  
instantaneous heaters, complete with mount pump for  
use in applications having a suitable diversity in heater  
load.  
WARNING  
All volume water heaters must be installed in  
accordance with the procedures outlined in this  
manual. The warranty does not apply to  
heaters not installed or operated in accordance  
with these procedures. Consult local building  
and safety codes before proceeding with work.  
The installation must conform to the  
requirements of the authority having jurisdiction  
or, in the absence of such requirements, to the  
latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code;  
ANS1 Z223.1, National Electrical Code ANSI/  
NFPA 70 and/or in Canada CAN1-B149  
requirement.  
When required by the authority having  
jurisdiction, the installation must conform to  
American Society of Mechanical Engineers  
safety codes for controls and safety devices for  
automatically fired heaters No. CSD-1, and in  
Canada CGA 3.3. Any modification to the water  
heater, its gas controls, gas orifices, wiring or  
draft diverter may void the Laars warranty. If  
field conditions require such modifications,  
consult factory.  
**Special Options: I.I.D. (04) 115 volts.  
Laars commercial water heaters are available in  
two models: an indoor version and an outdoor version.  
Both are available from the factory (see Figure 1).  
295/8  
(752)  
Pump  
12¼  
(311)  
C
Gas  
Conn.  
Out In  
58  
A
Rear  
V
(1473)  
17¾  
29  
(737)  
(197)  
10¼  
(260)  
28¼  
(718)  
17  
(432)  
Top  
B
Side  
Pump  
(PH Models)  
Out  
In  
61  
(1549)  
14  
(356)  
30¾  
(781)  
7¾  
(197)  
19 Gas  
(483) Inlet  
41¾  
12  
(305)  
A
4
(1060)  
(102)  
Front  
Side  
Figure1.BoilerConfiguration.  
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1C. Flow Requirements  
SECTION 2.  
Installation  
For proper operation, all low volume hot water  
heaters must have continuous flow through the heat  
exchanger when firing. The system pump must be  
capable of developing sufficient pressure to overcome  
the resistance of the heater plus the entire circulating  
system at the designed flow rate.  
2A. Heater Placement  
The heater must be placed to provide specific  
clearances on all sides for maintenance and inspection.  
There must also be minimum distances maintained  
from combustible surfaces. These clearances also  
apply to non-combustible materials because the heater  
requires air circulation for proper operation.  
Heater should be mounted on a level surface. An  
integral combustible flooring base is provided as  
standard equipment on outdoor models. Indoor models  
can be installed on a combustible floor with a special  
base assembly which is available from the factory, or  
with a base that complies with local code  
requirements. See rating plate for part number of the  
base assembly.  
1D. Water Chemistry  
Laars equipment is designed for use in a wide  
variety of water conditions. The water velocity  
maintained in the heat exchanger tubes is kept high  
enough to prevent scaling from hard water and low  
enough to avoid corrosion from soft water. Ninety-  
five percent of the urban areas in the country have  
water that is compatible with this equipment, but in  
some areas a water supply will contain a large quantity  
of scaling chemicals or the water may be extremely  
soft and corrosive. In rare situations the water will  
contain both scaling chemicals and corrosive  
chemicals such as calcium or sodium chloride. These  
conditions may be the result of a nearby well or  
pumping station and the particular condition may not  
be characteristic of the entire city water system.  
If an installer observes damage from these  
Do not install a heater on carpeting.  
Under the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI  
Z223.1, it is permissible to place the heater on floors  
other than non-combustible when the installation  
complies with the American Insurance Code. Figures  
2, 3, 4 and 5 show common installation on  
combustible flooring.  
conditions to any water handling equipment in the  
area, a factory representative should be contacted  
immediately for assistance in minimizing maintenance  
costs. If erosion is present, the pump impeller can be  
replaced to reduce water velocity. If scaling conditions  
are bad, tube cleaning maintenance schedules can be  
established to prevent tube burn-out and cracking.  
Neglecting the problem could mean serious damage to  
the heater and water system.  
2B. Installation of Indoor Heaters  
1. Locate the water heater to provide adequate  
clearance for inspection and service on all sides  
(see Table I). We recommend minimums of 24"  
from front (for proper access to and service of  
controls) and 18" at water connection end. For  
alcove installation (see Figure 6).  
Scaling can be recognized as a layer deposited  
on the inner walls of the tube which reduces the inner  
diameter of the tube. Scale can be any color or texture;  
smooth or rough, granular or amorphous. Signs of  
erosion are generally pitting, cavitation, ridges and  
“islands” on the inner walls of the tubes. Since this  
condition results from extremely soft water sources, or  
as a result of a water softening program, the internal  
copper surfaces will be extremely shiny. Other  
chemicals, such as chlorine or chlorides in the water,  
will cause dark surfaces of erosion.  
2. Install the heater on a waterproof floor with an  
adequate floor drain and a 6" minimum curb on  
all four sides to protect the building if heater  
repairs are required. The manufacturer will not  
be held liable for any water damage in  
connection with this heater.  
Clearance  
From  
Indoor  
(inches)  
Outdoor  
(inches)  
In areas where the water supply is extremely  
corrosive, it is advisable to order the heater with  
cupro-nickel tubes in the exchanger.  
Damage From Scaling, Corrosion, or Erosion  
is Not Covered by the Warranty.  
Top  
30  
12  
6
unobstruct  
Water Conn. Side  
Opposite Side  
Front  
Rear  
Vent Pipe*  
Hot Water Pipes  
24  
24  
Alcove  
Unobstruct  
24  
8
6
Per Code  
Per Code  
*1" when using type B Vent (refer to Manufacturer's  
Instructions  
Table 1. Minimum Boiler Clearances  
From Combustible Surfaces.  
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Figure 2. Typical Heater Installation with Base for  
Combustible Floors, Example A.  
Figure 5. Installation on Concrete Blocks or Tile.  
Water  
Heater  
Figure 3. Typical Heater Installation with Base for  
Combustible Floors, Example B.  
CLOSET INSTALLATION  
(UNACCEPTABLE)  
ROOM INSTALLATION  
(ACCEPTABLE)  
A closet is any 4 sided enclosure  
A room is any enclosure which is at  
which is less than 16 times the total  
volumeofallthegasfiredappliances  
within the enclosure.  
least 16 times greater than the total  
volumeofallthegasfiredappliances  
within the enclosure.  
*
*
ALCOVE INSTALLATION  
(ACCEPTABLE)  
An alcove suitable for the installation  
ofawaterheaterisarestrictedsection  
of a room not separated from the  
room by a door or partition and which  
meets the minimum clearances for  
thespecificmodelwaterheaterlisted  
below.  
Water  
Heater  
When the ceiling height exceeds 8 feet, you are only allowed to  
consider 8 feet when calculating the total volume of the enclosure.  
*
Figure 4. Typical Heater Installation with Base for  
Combustible Floors, Example C.  
Figure6.AlcoveInstallation.  
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combustion and ventilation air is received from a  
source outside the building. Please refer to the most  
recent edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI  
Z223.1, or in Canada, CGA requirements.  
2B-1. Combustion Air Supply  
1. The heater location must provide sufficient air  
supply for proper combustion and ventilation of  
the surrounding area as outlined in the latest  
edition of ANSI standard Z223.1, and any local  
codes that may be applicable. Inadequate  
combustion air supply may result in incomplete  
combustion, sooting of the heat exchanger, and  
unsafe operation of the heater.  
3. (a) In the United States: Exhaust Fans or Vents:  
Any equipment which exhausts air from the  
heater room can deplete the combustion air  
supply or reverse the natural draft action of the  
venting system. This could cause flue products to  
accumulate in the heater room. Additional air  
must be supplied to compensate for such exhaust.  
The information in Table 2 is not applicable in  
installations where exhaust fans or blowers of  
any type are used. Such installations must be  
designed by qualified engineers.  
2. In general, these requirements specify that small  
heater rooms should be provided with two  
permanent air supply openings communicating  
directly through the wall to outside air; one  
within 12 inches of the ceiling, and the other  
within 12 inches of the floor. Each opening  
should have a minimum free area of one square  
inch per 4,000 BTUH input of the total input  
rating of all appliances in the enclosed area. See  
Table 2 for recommended air supply for each  
model. An improperly ventilated equipment  
room can get excessively hot and cause  
accelerated deterioration of controls and  
electrical components.  
(b) In Canada: Follow Canadian standard,  
CANI-B149or local codes.  
4. If a blower or fan is used to supply air to the  
heater room, the installer should make sure it  
does not create drafts which could cause  
nuisance shutdowns of the pilot. If a blower is  
necessary to provide adequate combustion air to  
the heater, a suitable switch or equivalent must  
be wired into the heater control circuit to prevent  
the heater from firing unless the blower is  
operating.  
IMPORTANT: In beauty shops, barber shops,  
cleaning establishments and self-service laundries  
with dry cleaning equipment, it is important that the  
water heater be installed in a location where  
5. The heater must be completely isolated and  
protected from any source of corrosive chemical  
fumes such as trichlorethylene, perchlorethylene,  
chlorine, etc.  
Heater  
Model  
Each Opening*  
(Square Inches)  
500  
600  
715  
125  
150  
179  
213  
253  
300  
358  
418  
457  
2B-2. Venting  
1. Laars heaters have built-in draft diverters for  
natural draft operation and must not be  
850  
connected to any portion of a mechanical draft  
system under positive pressure. The flue outlet  
must be connected to a clear, unobstructed vent  
of adequate capacity ending above the highest  
point of the building with an approved vent cap.  
The venting system should be installed according  
to the latest edition of ANSI Z223.1 and/or, in  
Canada, CAN1-B149 requirement and any local  
codes having jurisdiction.  
1010  
1200  
1430  
1670  
1825  
*Net Free Area in Square Inches  
Area indicated is for one of two openings; one at  
floor level and one at the ceiling, so the total net  
free area could be double the figures indicated.  
For special conditions refer to the latest edition of  
ANSI Z223.1.  
IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not use sheet metal  
screws at the snap lock joints of Type B gas vents.  
2. Do not weld or fasten the vent pipe to the heater  
draft hood. The weight of the stack must not rest  
on the heater. The draft hood and heater top must  
be easily removable for normal heater service  
and inspection.  
Consult factory if not communicating directly  
through the walls with the outdoors.  
Note: Check with louver manufacturers for net  
free area of louvers. Correct for screen  
resistance to the net free area if a screen is  
installed. Check all local codes applicable to  
combustion air.  
3. Avoid using long horizontal runs of the vent  
pipe, and too many 90° elbows, reductions or  
restrictions. Horizontal runs should have at least  
a 1/4" rise per foot in the direction of flow. A  
vent connector should be supported for the  
design and weight of the material used to  
Table 2. Minimum Recommended  
AirSupplytoBoiler.  
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maintain clearances and prevent physical damage  
and separation of joints.  
4. Avoid ending heater vents near air conditioning  
or air supply fans. The fans can pick up exhaust  
flue products from the heater and return them  
inside the building, creating a possible health  
hazard. A minimum of 4 feet horizontal distance  
must be maintained from electrical meters, gas  
meters, and relief equipment.  
5. Always use double-wall or insulated vent pipe  
(Type B or equivalent). In cold weather,  
uninsulated outside vents can chill the rising flue  
products, blocking the natural draft action of the  
venting system. This can create a health hazard  
by spilling flue products into the heater room.  
6. Avoid oversize vent piping or extremely long  
runs of the pipe which may cause excessive  
cooling and condensation. Rule of Thumb: The  
total length of the vent, including the connector  
and any offset, should not exceed 15 feet for  
every inch of vent diameter. Longer total lengths  
shown in venting tables are based on maximum  
capacity, not condensation factors.  
Figure7. IncorrectOutdoorInstallation.  
the danger of freezing exists unless proper  
precautions are taken for freeze protection.  
2D. Gas Supply and Piping  
Review the following instructions before  
proceeding with the installation.  
7. When the installation of a draft fan is necessary  
in connecting a venting system to a Laars heater,  
the installation should be engineered by  
1. Verify that the heater is fitted for the proper type  
of gas by checking the rating plate. Laars heaters  
are normally equipped to operate below a 2000  
foot altitude. Heaters equipped to operate at  
higher altitudes have appropriate stickers or tags  
attached.  
competent personnel following good engineering  
practices. The draft fan supplier should be  
consulted for correct size. The installation should  
be in accordance with the latest edition of ANSI  
Z223.1 and/or, in Canada, CAN1-B149  
2. Use the figures in Table 3 to provide adequate  
gas piping from the gas meter to the heater.  
requirement and any local codes having  
jurisdiction. When a draft fan is installed, a  
suitable draft switch must be wired into the  
heater control circuit at terminal designated  
“Field Interlock” to prevent firing of the heater  
unless a positive draft has been established.  
3. A trap (drip leg) must be provided ahead of the  
gas controls (see Figure 8 ). A manual gas  
shutoff valve must also be provided for service  
convenience and safety. Check the local codes.  
Distance from Gas Meter  
or Last Stage Regulator  
2C. Installation of Outdoor Heaters  
1. Locate the heater to provide the minimum  
clearances as listed in Table 1, “Placement of  
Heater”.  
Size  
0-100'  
100-200'  
200-300'  
500  
600  
715  
1-1/2"  
1-1/2"  
2"  
2"  
2"  
2"  
2-1/2"  
2-1/2"  
3"  
3"  
3"  
3"  
2"  
2-1/2"  
2-1/2"  
2-1/2"  
3"  
2. Do not place the heater in an enclosure or wall  
recess. Avoid locations where wind deflection  
off structures might cause down draft. When  
such wind conditions are possible, place the  
heater at least three (3) feet from the structures.  
850  
2"  
2"  
1010  
1200  
1430  
1670  
1825  
2-1/2"  
2-1/2"  
2-1/2"  
2-1/2"  
3"  
3"  
3"  
3. Never install the heater under any kind of roof  
overhang. Do not place the heater below or  
3-1/2"  
Note: These figures are for Natural Gas (.65 Sp. Gr.), and are  
based on 1/2" water column pressure drop. Check supply  
pressure with a manometer, and local code requirements for  
variations. For LPG, reduce pipe diameter one size, but maintain  
a 1" minimum diameter. A normal number of Tees and elbows  
have been taken into allowance.  
adjacent to any doors, windows, louvers, grills,  
etc. which connect in any way with an inhabited  
area of a building. This includes other structures  
such as garages or utility rooms (see Figure 7).  
4. Although these models are AGA and CGA  
designed certified for outdoor installations, such  
installations are not recommended in areas where  
Table 3. Gas Piping Sizes.  
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Caution  
Since some leak test solutions (including soap  
and water) may cause corrosion or stress  
cracking, the piping must be rinsed with water  
after testing, unless it has been determined  
that the leak test solution is noncorrosive.  
2E. Electrical Wiring  
WARNING  
The heater must be electrically grounded in  
accordance with the most recent edition of the  
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NPA 70. In  
Canada, all electrical wiring to the heater  
should be in accordance with the Canadian  
Electrical Code, CSA C22.1 Part 1. Do not rely  
on the gas or water piping to ground the metal  
parts of the heater. Oftentimes, plastic pipe or  
dielectric unions isolate the heater electrically.  
Service and maintenance personnel who work  
on or around the heater may be standing on  
wet floors and could be electrocuted by an  
underground heater.  
Figure8.T-FittingSedimentTrapInstallation.  
4. The boiler and its individual shutoff valve must be  
disconnected from the gas supply piping system  
during any pressure testing of that system at test  
pressures in excess of 1/2 psig. The boiler must  
be isolated from the gas supply piping system by  
closing its individual manual gas shutoff valve  
during any pressure testing of the gas supply  
piping system at test pressures equal to or less  
than 1/2 psig.  
5. Provide gas supply pressure to the heater as  
follows:  
Natural Gas  
Per Rating Plate  
LPG  
1. Check heater wiring and pump for correct  
voltage, frequency and phase. If the pump circuit  
is other than 115V, check to see that the heater is  
provided with an appropriate transformer.  
Min. (inches  
water column)  
Max. (inches  
water column)  
9
14  
2. Wire the heater and pump exactly as shown in  
the wiring diagram supplied with the heater.  
3. The pump and heater must be electrically  
interlocked so the heater cannot come on unless  
the pump is running.  
Note: The heater and all other gas appliances  
sharing the heater gas supply line must be firing at  
maximum capacity to properly measure the inlet  
supply pressure. Low gas pressure could be an  
indication of an undersized gas meter and/or  
obstructed gas supply line.  
4. All field installed electrical safety devices and all  
field installed devices (draft switches, relays,  
timers, outdoor temperature reset devices, etc.)  
can be connected to the heater wiring at points  
shown in the wiring diagram designated “Field  
Interlock”.  
6. The correct burner manifold gas pressure is  
stamped on the rating plate. The regulator is  
preset at the factory and normally requires no  
further adjustment.  
2F. Water Piping of System  
7. The gas manifold and control assembly was  
tested and conform to the safe lighting and other  
performance criteria specified in the latest  
editions of ANSI Z21.13 and CGA 3.3 Low  
Pressure Boiler Standard.  
1. Be sure to provide valves at the inlet and outlet  
of the boiler so it can be readily isolated for  
service. A butterfly or similar type of valve is  
recommended.  
2. The pressure relief valve installed in the tapped  
opening provided in the outlet header (see  
Figure 9), must be piped, but not fastened, to a  
drain or floor sink. The drain pipe must be the  
same size as the valve outlet and must pitch  
downward from the valve.  
8. Before operating the boiler, the complete gas  
supply system and all connections must be tested  
for leaks using a soap solution. Do not use raw  
flame.  
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Figure 10. Tempering Valve Installation.  
2G. Water Expansion  
When cold water is heated the water expands. If  
no water is being used during the heat-up period the  
expanded water will normally back up into the city  
mains.  
A water pressure reducing valve installed in the  
incoming cold water line may act as a check valve and  
prevent the expanded water from moving backward.  
This will cause pressure to rise in the heater, which  
will be relieved by the pressure relief valve.  
If the relief valve pops frequently a mineral  
deposit may build up on the valve seat, causing it to  
leak.  
Figure 9. Pressure Relief Valve Location.  
Special attention must be given to relief valve  
settings in installations where the heater is  
located on the ground floor of a tall building.  
The static pressure of the system is elevated and  
could cause the relief valve to leak. Where no  
special setting of the relief valve is ordered, the  
factory will furnish a 125 psi setting. Never  
reduce the relief valve openings.  
The following suggestions may solve the problem:  
1. Install a properly sized expansion tank.  
2. Replacetheinstalledwaterpressurereducingvalve  
withasuitablevalvehavingabackflowport.These  
valves have a back flow port which allows water  
to flow backwards when the pressure in the system  
exceeds the pressure in the mains.  
3. Pressure relief valve lever must be tripped at  
least once a year to insure that waterways are  
clean. When manually operating lever, water will  
discharge through drain line. Precautions must be  
taken to avoid contact with hot water and water  
damage.  
3. Install a check valve around the pressure reducing  
valve to permit reverse flow. This will allow  
the expanded water to back flow into the mains.  
4. The weight of all water and gas piping should be  
supported by suitable hangers or floor stands.  
5. Check piping diagrams with local applicable  
plumbing, heating and building safety codes.  
6. All two-temperature systems using temperature  
valves must have forced recirculation in the low  
temperature building loop.  
7. A check valve installed at the hot water inlet to  
the tempering valve will prevent cold water from  
being drawn in reverse through the tempering  
valve into the hot water.  
8. When installing a tempering valve, place at  
bottom of antithermosyphon loop at least 24"  
high to prevent excessive hot water from  
entering mixed water supply. Bring the cold  
water supply up from the floor to the valve (see  
Figure 10).  
4. Install an auxiliary small relief valve set at 25 psi  
less than the main relief valve. The valve must be  
piped to a drain and may require occasional  
cleaning. It will bleed off the expanded water  
and protect the main pressure relief valve from  
becoming fouled.  
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2H. Pump Performance and Installation  
Minimum  
Reservoir  
Gallons*  
EquivalentPipe  
Size and Length  
1. The factory provided pump on PW heaters and  
the recommended field provided pump for  
model VW heaters are sized to provide proper  
circulation through the heater and heater-to-  
tank circulation loop (see Figures 11 and 12). If  
the heater-to-tank circulating loop does not  
contain more than 6 elbows or 30 feet of  
pipe, use pipe fittings in the loop no smaller  
than the following:  
Model IW  
500 through 850 ...............6.3 ................. 1 1/4" x 100 ft.  
1010 through 1220 .........10.2................. 1 1/2" x 100 ft.  
1430 through 1670 .........17.0....................... 2" x 100 ft.  
1825................................27.0................. 2 1/2" x 100 ft.  
* The gallons shown are the calculated volumes of the pipes.  
Model  
Pipe Size  
4. Model VW, PW and IW heaters are not suitable  
for heating swimming pools or any other  
application where temperature of the water  
flowing through the heater remains below the  
dew point (110°F).  
500 through 850  
1010 through 1825  
2"  
2-1/2"  
If the heater-to-tank circulating loop contains  
more than 6 elbows or 30 feet of pipe, use pipe  
or fittings in the loop no smaller than the  
following:  
In applications requiring the rapid use of  
measured volumes of water, the recovery of the  
heater between the time intervals of use must  
equal the volume used. See the recovery table in  
the current Document 2045 (Submittal Data).  
Model  
Pipe Size  
5. Pump Sizing: A suitable pump must be field-  
provided for circulation of water between Model  
VW heaters and the storage tank. This pump  
must be sized to avoid excessive temperature rise  
and to provide correct flow for water hardness  
conditions. Specifications in Table 4 include  
allowance for 30 feet of piping and normal  
fittings between heater and tank.  
500 through 850  
1010 through 1825  
2-1/2"  
3"  
To assure free circulation, do not use globe  
valves, side outlet tee connections or other  
restrictive fittings in heater-to-tank loop.  
2. The Model IW heater is designed for use in a  
system without a hot water storage tank. The hot  
water supply line to usage point must have a  
return leg to the heater (see Figure 13, 14 and  
15). A built-in circulating pump and internal heat  
exchanger bypass maintains the heater in a  
standby condition. It also maintains the  
6. Install pump in a cool location. When pump is  
installed where it is subjected to excessive heat,  
the life of the pump will be shortened. Heat will  
embrittle motor insulation and dry out bearing  
lubricants. If the pump motor is equipped with  
thermal protection, excessive heat may trip the  
thermal switch and shut down the pump  
intermittently. This could result in rapid scaling  
of the heater.  
temperature at the controller setting of the water  
in the entire building circulating loop whether or  
not there is any use of hot water.  
A separate circulating pump is required for  
circulation of water in the building loop. The  
control system provides variable heat inputs to  
match periods of higher or lower water  
consumption.  
IMPORTANT: Check oil level in pump before  
starting. Oil pump every three (3) months. Fill bearing  
assembly to lower level of overflow vent. Add five (5)  
or six (6) drops of oil to front and rear of motor. Use  
20W non-detergent oil. Pumps located in excessively  
hot or dusty locations should be oiled once a month.  
Self lubricating pumps do not require oiling.  
3. The Model IW heater requires a minimum of  
circulating hot water in the building circulation  
loop. To prevent excessive temperature  
fluctuations in the delivered water, the whole  
building system, including the return loop, must  
have the equivalent volume of pipe shown  
below:  
7. The pump should be accessible for lubrication,  
inspection and service.  
8. If pump is designed for floor mounting, install  
securely on concrete block or pad at least six (6)  
inches above floor level. This will prevent  
flooding of motor when floor is washed. Be sure  
that floor mounted pumps are not suspended  
from piping and that piping is plumbed to avoid  
strain on the pump casing.  
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With  
Vertical  
Tank  
With  
Horizontal  
Tank  
NOTES:  
Heavy line  
indicates Heater to Tank Circulating Loop.  
Figure 11. Hot Water Supply System (Model VW & PW).  
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Figure 12. Hot Water Supply System Using Model PW with Dual Tanks, Building Loop Return and Circulating Pump.  
CAUTION:  
1. This piping arrangement is required on split systems to provide constant hot water temperatures.  
2. Pipe size and length must conform to the recommendations for each heater model.  
3. A loop circulator is required to maintain forced circulation in the building hot water piping system.  
Figure 13. Split System Piping Diagram, Model IW.  
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NOTES:  
1. All water connections 2" N.P.T. models.  
2. Drain valve per ASME requirements.  
3. A loop circulator is required to maintain forced circulation in the building hot water piping system.  
Figure 14. Dual Installation Piping Diagram, Model IW.  
NOTES:  
1. All water connections 2" N.P.T. models.  
2. Drain valve per ASME requirements.  
3. A loop circulator is required to maintain forced circulation in the building hot water piping system.  
Figure 15. Single Installation Piping Diagram, Model IW.  
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With  
Horizontal  
Tank  
Legend  
B - Check Valve in Hot Water Supply  
to Tempering Valve  
C - Check Valve in Return Line from  
Building Loop  
D - Tempering Valve  
E - Venturi (Suction) Tee  
H - Throttling Valves in Building Loop  
Returns  
I - Circulating Pump for 180° Building  
Loop  
J - Circulating Pump for 140° Building  
Loop  
K - Service Valves to Isolate Heater  
and Pump for Service  
With  
Vertical  
Tank  
Legend  
B - Check Valve in Hot Water Supply  
to Tempering Valve  
C - Check Valve in Return Line from  
Building Loop  
D - Tempering Valve  
E - Venturi (Suction) Tee  
H - Throttling Valves in Building Loop  
Returns  
I - Circulating Pump for 180° Building  
Loop  
J - Circulating Pump for 140° Building  
Loop  
K - Service Valves to Isolate Heater  
and Pump for Service  
Figure 16. Two-Temperature Hot Water Supply System (Model VW or PW).  
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Legend  
B - Check Valve  
C - Check Valve  
D - Tempering Valve  
H - Throttling Valves in Building Loop Returns  
J - Circulating Pump for Return Loop  
K - Service Valves to Isolate Heater and Pump  
for Service  
Figure 17. Two-Temperature Hot Water Supply System with Vertical Tank for Models VW and PW Water Heaters.  
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2J. Tank Installation  
Flow  
Rate  
(GPM)  
Head*  
Loss  
(ft.)  
Temp. Rise  
Across  
Heater, (°F)  
1. Be sure the floor is waterproof and structurally  
capable of supporting the tank when it is filled  
with water.  
2. The tank should be placed so that manholes,  
inspection covers, nameplates and drain valves  
are accessible.  
3. Be sure the tank is suitable for the water in the  
system. Some water is corrosive and requires a  
protected tank with a special lining.  
4. If the tank is glass-lined, it should be equipped  
with a suitable magnesium anode. It is good  
practice to replace the anode when it is  
Water  
Model  
Category  
Soft  
45  
68  
90  
5.0  
9.9  
15.7  
17  
11  
8
500  
Normal  
Hard  
Soft  
45  
68  
90  
5.1  
10.0  
15.9  
20  
14  
10  
600  
Normal  
Hard  
Soft  
45  
68  
90  
5.3  
11.0  
17.8  
24  
16  
12  
715  
Normal  
Hard  
Soft  
45  
68  
90  
5.4  
11.1  
18.1  
30  
20  
15  
850  
Normal  
Hard  
approximately 50% used. The factory warranty  
on a glass-lined tank will be void if a satisfactory  
anode is not in place at the time of a failure or if  
it is consumed by cathodic action.  
Soft  
45  
68  
90  
3.9  
7.5  
11.7  
35  
23  
18  
1010  
1200  
1430  
1670  
1825  
Normal  
Hard  
5. Make sure the tank connections in the heater-  
tank circulating loop are the proper size as listed  
in Section 2H. If tappings are smaller than the  
recommended pipe size, a larger pump may be  
required. Consult the factory if in doubt.  
6. Install a pipe in the tank drain fitting that goes to  
a floor sink, and install a drain valve. If a floor  
sink is not available, install a hose bib.  
7. Hot water tanks in an existing installation are  
likely to have a deposit of silt on the bottom.  
Therefore, it is important to extend the pump  
suction pipe in the tank to a position near the top.  
Pipe the return from the heater to the bottom of  
the tank.  
Soft**  
Normal  
Hard  
68  
68  
90  
7.8  
7.8  
12.2  
27  
27  
21  
Soft**  
Normal  
Hard  
68  
68  
90  
8.1  
8.1  
12.6  
32  
32  
24  
Soft**  
Normal  
Hard  
68  
68  
90  
8.3  
8.3  
13.0  
37  
37  
28  
Soft**  
Normal**  
Hard  
90  
90  
90  
13.5  
13.5  
13.5  
30  
30  
30  
Water Category  
Soft  
Grain Hardness per Gal.  
1 through 7.5  
Normal  
Hard  
7.6 through 17  
Over 17  
2K. Two-Temperature System  
See Figures 16 and 17 for piping schematics.  
This system is designed to maintain the tempered  
water circulating loop at the desired temperature  
during idle periods as well as when there is a demand  
for hot water. It is recommended for general purpose  
water supply including shower and bathing  
applications. Water at 180°F is available directly from  
the tank.  
* Pressure drop includes loss through 30 feet of pipe and normal fittings when  
heater is installed with storage tank. Pipe and fittings are assumed to be 2" on  
Models (500-850) and 2 1/2" on Models (1010-1825)  
** To prevent erosion, these models must be ordered with cupro-nickel heat  
exchanger tubes.  
Table 4. Pump Performance Requirements.  
2I. Water Pressure  
It is very important that water pressure in the  
system be maintained above 30 psi. If the system  
pressure should drop below this, the vapor pressure of  
water in the suction side of the pump can cause  
hammer and cavitation in the pump and damage the  
heater through lack of water circulation. If for any  
reason the water supply is turned off temporarily to  
service a piece of equipment, the manual gas valve  
on the Model IW should be closed until the water  
pressure has been restored and the lines bled of  
accumulated air. If the heater fails to fire when it is  
turned back on, it may be airlocked. To eliminate the  
airlock, open the pressure relief valve and allow air to  
bleed out until water flows. As soon as full circulation  
is resumed, the entrained air will be carried out  
through the hot water faucets.  
SECTION 3.  
Operation  
3A. Controls - General  
1. Electronic Ignition Controls:  
a. Intermittent Ignition:  
Pilots are automatically lit when the  
operating aquastat calls for heat (System #9  
and #4)  
The unit performs its own safety check and  
opens the main valves only after the pilot is  
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proven to be lit. Whenever the pilot flame is  
interrupted, the main gas valve closes within  
0.8 seconds.  
Dial No.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9+  
Temp °F 120 128 135 143 150 158 165 173 180+  
b. ElectronicallySupervisedStandingPilot  
System (System #16):  
Table 5. Modu-Snap Temperature Settings.  
When pilot flame fails, the ignition control  
module responds in less than 0.8 seconds  
and provides 100% safety shutdown.  
provided. The temperature sensing bulb of the  
switch is always located in the heater outlet.  
Burners will automatically shut down whenever  
overheating of water occurs.  
2. Operating Controls:  
a. Electrically Operating Controls:  
Single, two-stage, four-stage or modulating  
aquastats are provided in models VW, PW  
and IW heaters to control the desired  
service water temperature. The temperature  
sensing bulb is located in the heater inlet.  
4. Flow Switch:  
Standard on all models: Models VW and PW, the  
switch is mounted in the outlet “tee” connection.  
Model IW, the switch is mounted directly in the  
header outlet. The flow switch shuts down all  
burners in case of low water condition or pump  
failure.  
b. Modu-snap Valves:  
These valves are furnished in addition to  
the main electric gas valve when heater is  
ordered with mechanical modulation. Each  
valve has a remote capillary bulb immersed  
in a well at the outlet header to maintain a  
constant outlet temperature. Consult Table  
5 for desired temperature setting.  
5. Low Water Cut Off:  
The low water cut off automatically shuts off  
heater whenever water level drops below probe.  
Located at heater inlet (model IW and PW) and  
at return header (model VW).  
3. High Limit Controls:  
3B. Initial Start-Up  
The manual reset high limit switches are  
provided as standard equipment on all heaters.  
Automatic reset switches are optionally  
Before placing the heater in operation, be certain  
that the heater is filled with water and all air is purged  
from the system. Once the heater is connected to the  
Figure 18. Single Installation Piping Diagram, Model IW.  
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gas supply, the automatic safety shutoff devices must  
be checked.  
1. Before beginning the tests, make sure the main  
manual gas valve, and any other heater firing  
valves are in the “OFF” position.  
2. Make sure the heater’s power switch is in the  
“ON” position. After placing the manual pilot  
gas valve in the open position and resetting all  
safety devices, (high limit, pressure switch, low-  
water cutoff, etc.) pilot(s) can be lit following the  
procedure located on the heater rating plate.  
3. Once the pilot(s) is lit and has been established  
for five minutes, the flame failure response time  
should be checked as follows:  
Systems 9 and 4 - (Intermittent ignition): With  
this system pilots are automatically lit when the  
operating controls call for heat. If the pilot flame fails  
for any reason, the main valve is shut off within one  
second and the pilot spark ignition is initiated until the  
pilot flame has been reestablished. On propane  
systems, unit locks out for safety. This sequence  
should be checked by turning off the manual pilot gas  
valve, and, at the same time, monitoring the audible  
sparking at the pilot burner and signal interruption to  
the main valve.  
Figure 19. Gas Manual Valves.  
a. Turn off main electrical switch.  
b. Turn off all manual gas valves and wait five  
minutes (see Figure 19).  
c. Set operating control to lowest setting.  
d. Slowly turn manual gas valve to “ON”.  
Caution  
Propane gas is heavier than air and sinks to  
the ground. Exercise extreme care in lighting  
the heater when so equipped.  
System 16 - (Electronically supervised standing  
pilot system): Extinguish the pilot flame by placing  
the manual pilot valve in the closed position, and at  
the same time, begin recording the time it takes for the  
output signal from the electronic ignition control to be  
interrupted. The signal interruption can be detected  
either with a test light or a voltmeter. The response  
time should never exceed one second.  
e. Reset all safety valve switches (manual reset  
high limit and low water cut off).  
f.  
Open manual pilot valve. Turn on main electrical  
switch.  
g. Set temperature controller to desired  
temperature. Pilot will light automatically to  
ignite main burners whenever the aquastat calls  
for heat.  
4. With the pilots lit, initial activation of the main  
burners can be achieved by slowly opening the  
main manual valve. The result should be a  
smooth lighting of the main burners.  
For standing pilot system, press on pilot relay  
knob, see Figure 20, light pilot and keep relay knob  
Hi-Limit Checkout:  
After running the heater for a long enough  
period, bring the water temperature within the range of  
the hi-limit and slowly back off the high limit setting  
until the heater shuts off. The main burners should  
reignite when the hi-limit is reset and turned back up  
to its original setting. The heater should now run until  
it shuts off automatically on operating aquastat.  
3C. To Start Up System:  
1. Start Up Boiler  
Be certain system pump is running, then proceed  
as follows:  
Figure 20. Pilot Safety Relay.  
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depressed for one minute then release. Once the pilot  
is lit, the power is supplied through the aquastat to the  
main gas valve.  
2. To set the temperature and high-limit  
controls:  
When using a tank aquastat:  
Set the tank aquastat to the desired tank  
Figure 21. Main Burner Flame Pattern.  
temperature. Set the heater temperature control 20°F  
higher than tank aquastat. Set the manual reset high  
limit 50°F higher than tank aquastat. Example: If  
desired temperature is 140°F, set the tank aquastat at  
140°F, set the heater temperature control at 160°F, and  
set the manual reset high limit at 190°F. If the heater  
is equipped with a pump time delay, the three-position  
switch on the side of the heater can be put into the  
“Auto Pump” pposition, so that the pump will only  
run when the tank aquastat calls for heat. then, when  
the call for heat is satisfied, the heater will turn off,  
but the pump will run for the set amount of delay time  
(adjustable between 0.1 and 10 minutes).  
appearance of “sooting” tips, check for debris  
near orifices. Call serviceman.  
4. Inspect the venting system for obstruction,  
leakage and corrosion at least once each year.  
5. Keep heater area clear and free from combustible  
material, gasoline and other flammable vapors  
and liquids (see Table 1 for minimum  
clearances).  
6. Be certain all combustion air and ventilation  
openings are unobstructed.  
When a tank aquastat is not used:  
7. Check for fouling on the external surfaces of the  
heat exchanger every six months. (NOTE: After  
installation and first start-up, check the heat  
exchanger for fouling after the following periods  
of operation: 24 hours, 7 days, 30 days, 90 days,  
and once every six months thereafter).  
The pump on the heater must run continuously,  
so the heater's temperature control will sense the tank's  
water temperature. Set the heater temperature control  
to the desired tank temperature. Set the manual reset  
high limit 50°F higher than the heater temperature  
control. Example: If desired temperature is 140°F, set  
the heater temperature control at 140°F, and set the  
manual reset high limit at 190°F.  
Fouling on the external surfaces of the heat  
exchanger is caused by incomplete combustion  
and is a sign of combustion air and/or venting  
problems. As soon as any fouling is observed,  
the cause of the fouling should be corrected (see  
Section 5, Troubleshooting Guide). The heat  
exchanger can be checked by locating a mirror  
under the burners with a flashlight. An alternate  
method is to remove the venting and top panel as  
necessary to inspect from above. Also check the  
vent system for defects at this time.  
3D. To Turn Off Heater:  
1. Turn off main electric switch.  
2. Close all manual gas valves.  
3E. To Shut Down System:  
To shut down heater, turn off all manual gas  
valves and electrical disconnect switches. Whenever  
danger of freezing exists, shut off water supply and  
remove drain plug in the bottom of front header cover.  
Drain every part of system subject to freezing  
temperature.  
a. If cleaning is required, shut off all electrical  
and gas supply to the heater.  
b. To expose the heat exchanger:  
Indoor Models:  
Remove flue pipe, top of unit, rear upper jacket,  
flue collector rear panel and heat exchanger  
baffles.  
SECTION 4.  
Maintenance  
1. Lubricate the water circulating pump (see  
instructions found on the pump).  
Outdoor Models:  
Remove vent top assembly, rear upper jacket,  
flue collector rear panel and heat exchanger  
baffles.  
c. Remove all burners:  
2. If a strainer is employed in a pressure reducing  
valve or in piping, clean it every six (6) months.  
It is usually more convenient to remove the  
burner tray assembly. Disconnect sensor wire,  
ignition cable (or thermocouple generator) and  
pilot gas line. Disconnect manifold inlet  
union(s). Remove the four (4) retaining screws.  
Grasp burner/pilot assembly firmly at the front.  
Push it back, disengaging it from the gas orifice.  
3. At start-up and every six (6) months thereafter,  
the pilot and main burner flame should be  
observed for proper performance (see Figure 21).  
See attached lighting and shut-down instructions  
for proper pilot flame pattern). If flame has the  
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Lower the front of the burner (to avoid damaging  
pilot shield) then remove the burner tray.  
b. Multi-meter with the following ranges:  
0 to 500 volts A.C.  
0 to 1000 ohms continuity.  
c. Tube cleaning kit consisting of reamer,  
stainless steel brush, speed handle and  
handle extensions.  
d. Heater thermometer (with 1/2" NPT well)  
100-240°F.  
Caution  
Black carbon or green soot on a dirty heat  
exchanger can, under certain conditions, be  
ignited by a random spark or open flame. To  
prevent this unlikely occurrence, dampen the  
soot deposits with wet brush or fine water  
spray before servicing or cleaning the heat  
exchanger.  
2. In addition, the heater should be equipped with a  
system pressure gauge with proper ranges for  
heater operation.  
With a wire brush, remove soot and loose scale  
from heat exchanger. Clean fallen debris from  
bottom of heater. Make sure burner ports are  
clear and pilot assembly is free of debris.  
d. Reassemble in reverse order:  
I. HEATER WILL NOT FIRE.  
Possible Cause  
What To Do  
A. Electric power is off  
A. Check to see that main power  
switch is “ON.” Use testing  
device to trace power to  
heater junction box.  
Be sure the heat exchanger baffles are replaced.  
8. The gas and electric controls installed on heaters  
are engineered for both dependable operation  
and long life, but the safety of this equipment  
completely depends on their proper functioning.  
It is strongly recommended that the basic items  
be checked by a competent serviceman every  
year and replaced when necessary. The basic  
controls are:  
B. Operating or safety control  
has opened circuit to electric  
gas valve.  
B. Turn off power. Use continuity  
across terminals of each  
operating and safety control  
switch up to the electric gas  
valve. Replace effective  
control.  
a. Water temperature controls.  
C.Pilot flame is out.  
C.Relight pilot per instruction.  
b. Pilot safety system.  
c. Automatic electric gas valve(s).  
d. Flow sensing safety device.  
D.Manual reset device has  
tripped.  
D.Follow instructions for start-  
up. Reset Pilot safety and all  
manual reset safety switches  
and reset manual safety gas  
valve.  
9. Low water cutoffs should be inspected every six  
(6) months, including flushing of float types.  
E. No gas pressure to burners.  
E. Trace gas line to service  
shutoff cock. If service cock is  
open, trace gas line to meter.  
If no pressure is present at  
meter, call for public utility  
service. If gas is present in  
heater inlet, check pressures  
in following sequence:  
NOTE: Warranty does not cover any damage  
caused by lack of required maintenance or improper  
operating practices.  
10. Both modulating and stage valve are adjusted at  
the factory for minimum permissible rates and  
should not be readjusted.  
(1) downstream from pressure  
regulator. (2) downstream  
from electric gas valve.  
Replace or adjust as  
SECTION 5.  
Troubleshooting and Analysis of  
Service Problems  
1. For proper service and problem diagnosis of the  
heater and heater system, the following tools are  
required:  
necessary.  
F. Electric gas valve operator is F. Disconnect wiring harness at  
burned out or shortened.  
gas valve terminals. Check  
continuity to actuator coil. If  
open circuit or short is  
indicated, replace coil or  
operator.  
a. Gas pressure test kit with range from zero  
to 14 W.C. Either a slack tub manometer or  
an accurate gas pressure gauge is  
acceptable with proper adapters which will  
connect to the available fittings in the line  
and on the gas valve.  
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II. HEATER IS POUNDING, KNOCKING OR  
EMITTING STEAM FROM RELIEF VALVES.  
IV. PRESSURERELIEFVALVESLEAKING  
INTERMITTENTLY OR STEADILY.  
Possible Cause  
What To Do  
Possible Cause  
What To Do  
A. Low or no water flow.  
A. This condition is usually  
caused by lack of adequate  
water flow through heater.  
Check the following:  
1. Is the heater wired into the  
pump circuit so that the heater  
cannot fire unless the pump is  
running?  
2. Check to see that all valves  
in system are open to be sure  
that water can circulate  
through the heater and the  
system.  
A.Static pressure in system  
exceeds setting of relief valve.  
A. Calculate height of water in  
system above heater. Install  
new valve with psi setting 25%  
above required static system  
working pressure. Do not  
exceed 160 psi.  
B. Expansion tank is water-  
logged (if installed).  
B. Drain expansion tank, then  
reopen it to the system. Look  
for leaks in expansion tank or  
fittings. Calculate required  
volume of expansion tank in  
relation to system to determine  
if tank is adequate.  
3. If the system has automatic  
water valves (2-way or 3-way)  
that can cut off the water flow  
through the heater check to  
see that they are equipped with  
end-switches which shut the  
heater down when the water  
flow through the heater is  
reduced by 70% from full flow.  
4. Examine pump for clogged  
impeller.  
V. SOOT IN FLUEWAYS OR IN TUBES, OR  
NOXIOUS FUMES INDICATIVE OF BAD  
COMBUSTION.  
Possible Cause  
What To Do  
A. Combustion air supply to  
heater room is inadequate.  
A. Check air supply opening.  
Look for debris in screen or  
louvre which covers  
combustion air opening, or for  
material blocking the opening.  
B. Low or no system pressure.  
C.Clogged “Y” strainer.  
B. Clean strainer in pressure  
reducing valve. Look for closed  
valve water line or a leak in the  
system.  
C.Remove strainer element and  
clean screen.  
B. Stack or vent is blocked or  
restrictive.  
B. Look for blocked stack and  
excessive number of elbows in  
stack or excessive length of  
horizontal runs.  
D.Debris from system piping  
is blocking tubes.  
D.Remove header covers.  
Examine all tubes and  
waterways. Use new gaskets  
when reassembling. Clean  
out tubes.  
C.Severe down draft is causing C.Check for (1) proper vent cap  
spillage of flue products into  
room.  
on stack; (2) adequate height  
of stack above roof;  
(3) equipment exhausting air  
from inside of building; and  
(4) proper installation of draft  
diverter.  
E. Scale has formed in tubes.  
E. This is always caused by the  
inflow of raw water into the  
system. Clean tubes with tube  
cleaning kit. Determine  
hardness. Check water flow,  
replace pump for modified  
flow if necessary.  
D.Gas pressure to burners is  
excessive.  
D.Check gas pressure with  
nanometer, and adjust with  
heater firing at full rate.  
E. Heater not fitted for the fuel  
supplied.  
E. See nameplate for correct fuel.  
III. WATER DRIPPING  
IN FIREBOX.  
F. Heater installed at high  
altitude without proper  
derating.  
F. Installations at altitudes in  
excess of 2000 ft. above sea  
level are subject to jurisdiction  
of the local inspection  
Possible Cause  
What To Do  
authorities.  
Tube in heat exchanger has  
overheated and ruptured.  
A tube failure is almost always  
caused by (a) scale formation  
in the tube or (b) inadequate  
water flow through the boiler.  
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SECTION 6. Parts Descriptions and Order Numbers  
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NOTE:  
Temperature Control Wells -  
Inlet/Outlet Header  
1. Firing Mode L, K, & C -  
2 Dry Wells  
2. Firing Mode H  
A. Natural Gas Boilers & Heaters  
500 thru 850 - 2 Dry Wells  
1010 thru 1430 - 3 Dry Wells  
1670 thru 1825 - 4 Dry Wells  
B. Propane Gas Boilers & Heaters  
500 thru 850 - 2 Dry Wells  
1010 thru 1852 - 3 Dry Wells  
Figure 22. Parts Identification.  
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Figure 23. Tile Assemblies.  
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Figure 21. Outdoor Parts.  
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SECTION 8. Optional Parts Descriptions and Order Numbers  
Pump Rotating Sections and Repair Parts  
Check pump assembly on heater for H.P. rating and find correct Laars part number from table below.  
Description  
1/4 HP  
1/3 HP  
3/4 HP  
Pump Rotating Assembly, B&G, 1522 w/3 “ IMP, Bronze, 1P  
Pump Rotating Assembly, B&G, Series 90 w/3 “ Impeller, 1P  
Pump Rotating Assembly, TACO 1630 w/3 “ Impeller, 1P  
Pump Rotating Assembly, TACO 1630 w/4" Impeller, 1P  
Pump Rotating Assembly, B&G, 1522 w/4" Impeller, Bronze, 1P  
Pump Rotating Assembly, B&G Series 90, w/4" Impeller, 1P  
Pump Rotating Assembly, TACO 1630 w/5 “ Impeller, 1P  
Pump Rotating Assembly, B&G 1522 w/5 “ Impeller, Bronze, 1P  
Pump Rotating Assembly, B&G Series 90, w/5 “, Impeller, 1P  
Motor, Pump, B&G 1522 - I P  
A0048700  
A0077100  
A0071000  
——  
——  
——  
——  
——  
——  
——  
——  
——  
——  
A0071200  
A0047500  
A0077200  
——  
——  
——  
——  
——  
A0071400  
A0047700  
A0077300  
A0055600  
A0020200  
A0021600  
A0022100  
A0021400  
A0065100  
A0058100  
A0058200  
A0058400  
——  
——  
——  
A0054400  
A0020200  
A0021600  
A0022100  
A0021400  
A0065100  
A0058100  
A0058200  
A0058400  
A0054800  
A0020200  
A0021600  
A0022100  
A0021400  
A0065100  
A0058100  
A0058200  
A0058400  
Coupler, Pump, B&G - Universal  
Bearing Assembly, Pump, B&G 1522 - Universal  
Bearing Assembly, Pump, B&G 1522, Bronze  
Gasket, Pump, B&G 1522 - #PW1 -2151  
Mounting Ring, B&G 1522 Motors  
Impeller, B&G 1522 - 3"  
Impeller, B&G 1522 - 4"  
Impeller, B&G 1522 - 5"  
Automatic Reset Temp. Limit Switch .....................................................................................................................E0014400  
Manual Reset High Gas Pressure Switch ...............................................................................................................E0023300  
Manual Reset Low Gas Pressure Switch ................................................................................................................E0023500  
Alarm Bell, 110 Volts ...............................................................................................................................................A0014200  
Outdoor Reset, Single Stage 30' Bulb.....................................................................................................................E0067600  
Outdoor Reset, Two Stage, 30' Bulb .......................................................................................................................E0084200  
Low-water Cut-off, Electronic, Manual Reset ..........................................................................................................E0067900  
Low-water Cut-off, Electronic, Automatic Reset With Test Button...........................................................................E2024200  
Gas valve types and sizes vary with different boiler models, with different fuels and with different firing options. For service and replacement,  
copy exact number from nameplate giving manufacturer’s name and pipe size.  
Energy Management Monitor (EM2)  
STANDARD COMPONENTS  
Description  
Part No.  
On/Off Auto Switch  
Time Delay Relay, 24 VAC  
Time Delay Relay, 120 VAC  
E0109200  
E2077700  
E2077800  
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT  
Description  
RemoteAquastat, 110-240F  
Immersion Well  
Part No.  
E0014400  
E0025900  
Note: The Remote Aquastat and the Immersion Well, when  
required, should be ordered separately.  
WaterpikTechnologies, Inc.  
6000 Condor Drive, Moorpark, CA 93021 • 805.529.2000 • FAX 805.529.5934  
20 Industrial Way, Rochester, NH 03867 • 603.335.6300 • FAX 603.335.3355  
480 S. Service Road West, Oakville, Ontario, Canada L6K 2H4 • 905.844.8233 • FAX 905.844.2635  
Litho in U.S.A. © Laars Heating Systems 0011 Document 2040D  
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