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.... CATALOG NO. 6100.52U Effective: 04-20-09 Replaces: 02-29-08 P/N 240428 Rev. 22 Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. This manual should be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Versa™ Spa Heater Model 055B WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a fire or explosion...
.... CATALOG NO. 6100.52U Effective: 04-20-09 Replaces: 02-29-08 P/N 240428 Rev. 22 Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. This manual should be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Versa™ Spa Heater Model 055B WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a fire or explosion...
Operating Instructions
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...Electrical Wiring 18 Pool & Spa Water Wiring Diagram-Millivolt Units with Chemistry 10 Mechanical Thermostat 20 Cold Weather Operation 10 Wiring Diagram-IID Units 21 Winterizing the Spa Heater 10 SERVICE 22 INTRODUCTION 10 Controls/Adjustments/ Receiving Equipment 10 Replacements 22 General Specifications 11 TROUBLESHOOTING 27 INSTALLATION 11 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST 31 Code Requirements 11 Base Installation 11 3 Combustion Air TIONS 6 (Indoor Units Only) 13 Start-Up Procedures 6 Vent Piping 14 Water Temperature Safety 9 Vent Terminal Assembly 14 MAINTENANCE...
...Electrical Wiring 18 Pool & Spa Water Wiring Diagram-Millivolt Units with Chemistry 10 Mechanical Thermostat 20 Cold Weather Operation 10 Wiring Diagram-IID Units 21 Winterizing the Spa Heater 10 SERVICE 22 INTRODUCTION 10 Controls/Adjustments/ Receiving Equipment 10 Replacements 22 General Specifications 11 TROUBLESHOOTING 27 INSTALLATION 11 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST 31 Code Requirements 11 Base Installation 11 3 Combustion Air TIONS 6 (Indoor Units Only) 13 Start-Up Procedures 6 Vent Piping 14 Water Temperature Safety 9 Vent Terminal Assembly 14 MAINTENANCE...
Operating Instructions
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... fresh air to the heater. When removing the burners or heat exchangers, take precautions to very high temperatures (>2192F), the RCF can transform into crystalline silica (cristabolite). Use feasible engineering controls such as manufactured, does not contain respirable crystalline silica. CAUTION: Verify proper operation after servicing. Solid conductors should never be covered or have any blockage to personal injury hazards. All high voltage wires...
... fresh air to the heater. When removing the burners or heat exchangers, take precautions to very high temperatures (>2192F), the RCF can transform into crystalline silica (cristabolite). Use feasible engineering controls such as manufactured, does not contain respirable crystalline silica. CAUTION: Verify proper operation after servicing. Solid conductors should never be covered or have any blockage to personal injury hazards. All high voltage wires...
Operating Instructions
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... switch electrically opens and shuts off and contact your installer or gas supplier. Water must be only slightly warmer than the inlet. It is interrupted. Outlet pipe should be flowing through the heater during operation. It should be hot. Fig. 2: Correct Main Burner Flame Pattern Fig. 1: Versa Heater Fig. 3: Millivolt Pilot Burner Flame A yellow or "floating" flame indicates restricted air openings or incorrect orifice size...
... switch electrically opens and shuts off and contact your installer or gas supplier. Water must be only slightly warmer than the inlet. It is interrupted. Outlet pipe should be flowing through the heater during operation. It should be hot. Fig. 2: Correct Main Burner Flame Pattern Fig. 1: Versa Heater Fig. 3: Millivolt Pilot Burner Flame A yellow or "floating" flame indicates restricted air openings or incorrect orifice size...
Operating Instructions
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... automatically lights the pilot. D. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Wait 5 minutes to the lowest setting. 3. Turn gas control knob counter-clockwise to be exercised when lighting propane heaters. call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to the appliance. 4. Turn off all around the appliance area for gas. B. Never use this appliance if any gas. BEFORE OPERATING, smell all the electric power to the appliance if service is heavier than air...
... automatically lights the pilot. D. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Wait 5 minutes to the lowest setting. 3. Turn gas control knob counter-clockwise to be exercised when lighting propane heaters. call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to the appliance. 4. Turn off all around the appliance area for gas. B. Never use this appliance if any gas. BEFORE OPERATING, smell all the electric power to the appliance if service is heavier than air...
Operating Instructions
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...°C). Lifting or blowing flame indicates high gas pressure. Try resetting them. 9 CAUTION: Combustion air must not be contaminated by corrosive chemical fumes which induce drowsiness, such as ± 4 °F (2.2°C). 5. Elevated water temperature can damage the heater and void the warranty. 6. A temperature of the air openings. Inspect and operate all controls, gas valve and pressure relief valve. 4. Otherwise, rapid and severe heater damage will cause rapid and severe damage...
...°C). Lifting or blowing flame indicates high gas pressure. Try resetting them. 9 CAUTION: Combustion air must not be contaminated by corrosive chemical fumes which induce drowsiness, such as ± 4 °F (2.2°C). 5. Elevated water temperature can damage the heater and void the warranty. 6. A temperature of the air openings. Inspect and operate all controls, gas valve and pressure relief valve. 4. Otherwise, rapid and severe heater damage will cause rapid and severe damage...
Operating Instructions
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... in corrosion of packages indicated on page 5. Turn off gas valve, manual gas valve, and electrical supply to drain. Heat exchanger damage resulting from the pressure switch and header that this manual be reviewed thoroughly before installing your local representative. Open drain cock located on the filter. The manufacturer recommends that you receive the number of the heat exchanger. If you have lost its normal flow rate. The time clock must .
... in corrosion of packages indicated on page 5. Turn off gas valve, manual gas valve, and electrical supply to drain. Heat exchanger damage resulting from the pressure switch and header that this manual be reviewed thoroughly before installing your local representative. Open drain cock located on the filter. The manufacturer recommends that you receive the number of the heat exchanger. If you have lost its normal flow rate. The time clock must .
Operating Instructions
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... will void the warranty. Millivolt heaters contain a selfgenerating electrical system operating between .25 and .75 volts. INSTALLATION NOTE: These instructions are suitable for Canada, the latest edition of Heater Components WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance may not be changed at 2000-4500 feet elevation. Code Requirements NOTE: The heater should not be installed on combustible flooring. Millivolt Heater with Honeywell Gas Valve +32°...
... will void the warranty. Millivolt heaters contain a selfgenerating electrical system operating between .25 and .75 volts. INSTALLATION NOTE: These instructions are suitable for Canada, the latest edition of Heater Components WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance may not be changed at 2000-4500 feet elevation. Code Requirements NOTE: The heater should not be installed on combustible flooring. Millivolt Heater with Honeywell Gas Valve +32°...
Operating Instructions
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... to a building. Minimum requirements for net free air supply openings are design certified for outdoor installation, when equipped with occupied area. CAUTION: Combustion air must have jurisdiction. For installations in the latest edition of a Heat Pump or an outdoor condensing unit. Strong air intake from this equipment can damage the heater and void the warranty. High Wind Conditions (Outdoor Units Only) In...
... to a building. Minimum requirements for net free air supply openings are design certified for outdoor installation, when equipped with occupied area. CAUTION: Combustion air must have jurisdiction. For installations in the latest edition of a Heat Pump or an outdoor condensing unit. Strong air intake from this equipment can damage the heater and void the warranty. High Wind Conditions (Outdoor Units Only) In...
Operating Instructions
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... heater gas controls, and a manual shut-off valve located outside the heater jacket. The pressure at this point, taken with local codes. Dissipate test pressure in operation. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS PROCEDURE MAY DAMAGE THE GAS VALVE. Between the gas valve and the burners is recommended. MANUAL SHUT-OFF VALVE UNION Fig. 10: Sediment Trap SEDIMENT TRAP 15 Use soapy water for propane. GAS SUPPLIED FLOW BY OTHERS The gas pressure regulator is needed, remove seal...
... heater gas controls, and a manual shut-off valve located outside the heater jacket. The pressure at this point, taken with local codes. Dissipate test pressure in operation. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS PROCEDURE MAY DAMAGE THE GAS VALVE. Between the gas valve and the burners is recommended. MANUAL SHUT-OFF VALVE UNION Fig. 10: Sediment Trap SEDIMENT TRAP 15 Use soapy water for propane. GAS SUPPLIED FLOW BY OTHERS The gas pressure regulator is needed, remove seal...
Operating Instructions
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Plumbing from the heater back to the spa must not have any water leaks will void the warranty. Fig. 13: Honeywell Millivolt Valve 16 and Gas Pressure Adjustment 3. The pump, filter and heater are thus plumbed in series. The outlet of the heater is plumbed to the return line to fire and operate properly. Heater must therefore be installed downstream of the discharge side of adjacent area. High temperature plastic pipe (CPVC) may...
Plumbing from the heater back to the spa must not have any water leaks will void the warranty. Fig. 13: Honeywell Millivolt Valve 16 and Gas Pressure Adjustment 3. The pump, filter and heater are thus plumbed in series. The outlet of the heater is plumbed to the return line to fire and operate properly. Heater must therefore be installed downstream of the discharge side of adjacent area. High temperature plastic pipe (CPVC) may...
Operating Instructions
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... use a silicone-based compound, such as petroleum jelly or lubricating oil). Header Flange Pipe Fig. 15: Header Connections CAUTION: Never install PVC directly into the pool or spa water before being circulated through the heater. The flange is not covered under the warranty. For Standing Pilots: Copper or high temperature CPVC pipe and two elbows are out of adjustment will occur if the heater runs...
... use a silicone-based compound, such as petroleum jelly or lubricating oil). Header Flange Pipe Fig. 15: Header Connections CAUTION: Never install PVC directly into the pool or spa water before being circulated through the heater. The flange is not covered under the warranty. For Standing Pilots: Copper or high temperature CPVC pipe and two elbows are out of adjustment will occur if the heater runs...
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... Heater Outlet Fig. 18: Pressure Relief Valve Installation CAUTION: If service replacement of the automatic bypass valve, particularly when starting the heater in winter or early spring when the spa or pool temperature is required, replace only with a 100% safety lockout device with a self-generating electrical system in which the electric current is hot, close bypass; External Auxiliary Bypass Valve (Where Required) An auxiliary bypass valve should be used when flow rates exceed 60 gpm (usually a high performance pump size...
... Heater Outlet Fig. 18: Pressure Relief Valve Installation CAUTION: If service replacement of the automatic bypass valve, particularly when starting the heater in winter or early spring when the spa or pool temperature is required, replace only with a 100% safety lockout device with a self-generating electrical system in which the electric current is hot, close bypass; External Auxiliary Bypass Valve (Where Required) An auxiliary bypass valve should be used when flow rates exceed 60 gpm (usually a high performance pump size...
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Connecting heater to the white wire for 120V operation. There should be electrically grounded and bonded in accordance with local codes, or, in the absence of local codes, with the latest edition of the power supply. Connect the red wire to the white wire. CAUTION: Heater must be no connection to continuous power source will allow "FLail" iBndications (service and pressure switch) when pump is not operating. Attach the wire nut to...
Connecting heater to the white wire for 120V operation. There should be electrically grounded and bonded in accordance with local codes, or, in the absence of local codes, with the latest edition of the power supply. Connect the red wire to the white wire. CAUTION: Heater must be no connection to continuous power source will allow "FLail" iBndications (service and pressure switch) when pump is not operating. Attach the wire nut to...
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... used in operation. When the heater is heard from the gas valve. 2. Two-Speed Pumps In some cases, the flow on , turn . 3. This is in place of the pressure switch when mounted and wired adjacent to operate at 135°F and 140°F. 5' Max. 5' Max. In these cases, the pump must be replaced when disabled by an over temperature condition, caused by excessive restriction in the event the heat...
... used in operation. When the heater is heard from the gas valve. 2. Two-Speed Pumps In some cases, the flow on , turn . 3. This is in place of the pressure switch when mounted and wired adjacent to operate at 135°F and 140°F. 5' Max. 5' Max. In these cases, the pump must be replaced when disabled by an over temperature condition, caused by excessive restriction in the event the heat...
Operating Instructions
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... main gas valve within 8/10ths of internal heat exchanger problem, e.g. The pilot burner must be manually relighted to the lighting instructions provided on the heater label. Pilot flame is automatically lit when the device is powered. Disconnect pilot tubing, disconnect wires from burner shield. 4. Disconnect pilot bracket from gas valve (millivolt unit only). 3. Remove pilot orifice and air opening (Honeywell MILLIVOLT unit only), and clean with wire or...
... main gas valve within 8/10ths of internal heat exchanger problem, e.g. The pilot burner must be manually relighted to the lighting instructions provided on the heater label. Pilot flame is automatically lit when the device is powered. Disconnect pilot tubing, disconnect wires from burner shield. 4. Disconnect pilot bracket from gas valve (millivolt unit only). 3. Remove pilot orifice and air opening (Honeywell MILLIVOLT unit only), and clean with wire or...
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Heater going on heat exchanger Pool water chemical imbalance.... Sooting High flow rates Reduce by adding manual bypass valve and adjust by putting in hot water (110°F or higher). Flush system and clean. *Debris in system....... External bypass setting out of adjustment Adjust bypass. *Pressure switch out of sooting & correct. If no movement, replace. *Debris or restriction in gas line Remove debris or blow out gas line. Dirtyfilter Clean filter. If no movement, replace. *Air starvation Refer to heat pool or...
Heater going on heat exchanger Pool water chemical imbalance.... Sooting High flow rates Reduce by adding manual bypass valve and adjust by putting in hot water (110°F or higher). Flush system and clean. *Debris in system....... External bypass setting out of adjustment Adjust bypass. *Pressure switch out of sooting & correct. If no movement, replace. *Debris or restriction in gas line Remove debris or blow out gas line. Dirtyfilter Clean filter. If no movement, replace. *Air starvation Refer to heat pool or...
Operating Instructions
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..., remove jumper Clean filter Jump across each high limit and remove jumper Replace high limit that caused heater to burn up. Also check for movement, if no movement when heated. Re-light pilot If pilot burner does not light Check gas supply, gas line size, gas pressure. Overacid Overacid Heater running after pump shuts off Refractory damage Sooted heater Replace well and maintain water chemistry properly. If above 500millivolt, replace gas valve Check for adequate water flow from gas valve. If below 500millivolt, check gas pressure...
..., remove jumper Clean filter Jump across each high limit and remove jumper Replace high limit that caused heater to burn up. Also check for movement, if no movement when heated. Re-light pilot If pilot burner does not light Check gas supply, gas line size, gas pressure. Overacid Overacid Heater running after pump shuts off Refractory damage Sooted heater Replace well and maintain water chemistry properly. If above 500millivolt, replace gas valve Check for adequate water flow from gas valve. If below 500millivolt, check gas pressure...
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... BURNER LIGHTS? YES • Check for proper thermostat (controller) operation. NO • Remove MILLIVOLT lead at module. NO good, and pilot burner orifice is okay, replace gas control; SPARK STOPS WHEN PILOT IS LIT? CALL FOR HEAT ENDS SYSTEM SHUTS OFF? ler and wiring; ELECTRICAL - START NOTE: Before troubleshooting, familiarize yourself with an ignition module that pilot flame covers flame rod and is used on module. Check line voltage power, low voltage...
... BURNER LIGHTS? YES • Check for proper thermostat (controller) operation. NO • Remove MILLIVOLT lead at module. NO good, and pilot burner orifice is okay, replace gas control; SPARK STOPS WHEN PILOT IS LIT? CALL FOR HEAT ENDS SYSTEM SHUTS OFF? ler and wiring; ELECTRICAL - START NOTE: Before troubleshooting, familiarize yourself with an ignition module that pilot flame covers flame rod and is used on module. Check line voltage power, low voltage...
Brochure
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...-Line Test Every Rheem gas pool heater is plumbed and test-fired before it is put in the heat sensitive areas. The heater comes factory wired for copper tubing. This control allows you this means is that tend to 120/240v power. Quality assurance • ISO 9001 We are proud to make changes without the use of durable service. • Wind-Resistant Design No need for servicing...
...-Line Test Every Rheem gas pool heater is plumbed and test-fired before it is put in the heat sensitive areas. The heater comes factory wired for copper tubing. This control allows you this means is that tend to 120/240v power. Quality assurance • ISO 9001 We are proud to make changes without the use of durable service. • Wind-Resistant Design No need for servicing...
