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INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Versa™ Spa Heater Model 055B WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result in an explosion or fire. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: • Do not try to the heater or in another safe place...and liquids or other appliance. FOR YOUR SAFETY: Do not store or use any electrical switch; Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your building. • Immediately call the fire department. Installation and service must be maintained ...
INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Versa™ Spa Heater Model 055B WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result in an explosion or fire. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: • Do not try to the heater or in another safe place...and liquids or other appliance. FOR YOUR SAFETY: Do not store or use any electrical switch; Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your building. • Immediately call the fire department. Installation and service must be maintained ...
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... MAINTENANCE AND CARE PROCE- Gas Supply Connections 15 DURES 9 Plumbing for Water Connections 16 Basic Tips if Heater Will Not Fire 9 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...
... MAINTENANCE AND CARE PROCE- Gas Supply Connections 15 DURES 9 Plumbing for Water Connections 16 Basic Tips if Heater Will Not Fire 9 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...
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...the unit. When cleaning spills, use , or store gasoline or other flammable liquids and vapors. • Heater should not be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. All high voltage wires must be used for Research on contact points. WARNING - NOTE: Minimum 18 ...AWG, 105°C, stranded wire must be covered or have any blockage to the heater. Install conduit as manufactured, does not contain...
...the unit. When cleaning spills, use , or store gasoline or other flammable liquids and vapors. • Heater should not be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. All high voltage wires must be used for Research on contact points. WARNING - NOTE: Minimum 18 ...AWG, 105°C, stranded wire must be covered or have any blockage to the heater. Install conduit as manufactured, does not contain...
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..., personal injury or loss of the pilot and burner. It is filled with a well-defined pattern. Should this occur, shut the heater off the gas 6 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. Clean main burners...
..., personal injury or loss of the pilot and burner. It is filled with a well-defined pattern. Should this occur, shut the heater off the gas 6 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. Clean main burners...
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... the floor. If it goes out, repeat steps 5 through 9. *If knob does not pop up . clockwise to replace any part of the heater and turn the gas control knob. This appliance has a pilot that must be turned from a neigh- Be sure to smell next to the floor because some.... 4. Call a qualified service technician. Follow "B" in a fire or explosion. Stand to the side of the control system and any gas. TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 1. Remove heater door panel. 5. D. Set the thermostat on the left side of Controls section, page 17. Push in control knob all around the ...
... the floor. If it goes out, repeat steps 5 through 9. *If knob does not pop up . clockwise to replace any part of the heater and turn the gas control knob. This appliance has a pilot that must be turned from a neigh- Be sure to smell next to the floor because some.... 4. Call a qualified service technician. Follow "B" in a fire or explosion. Stand to the side of the control system and any gas. TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 1. Remove heater door panel. 5. D. Set the thermostat on the left side of Controls section, page 17. Push in control knob all around the ...
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... switch; D. wise to desired setting. 12. Follow "B" in slightly. Turn on the floor. TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 1. Remove heater door panel. 4. B. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: *Do not try to light the pilot by hand. Do not try to light any appliance. *Do not ...electric power to the appliance if service is to be exercised when lighting propane heaters. Remove heater door panel. 6. Set thermostat to "Off". Set the thermostat at the lowest setting. 2. Never use this appliance if any gas. mation previously stated. CAUTION: Propane is heavier than air and will settle...
... switch; D. wise to desired setting. 12. Follow "B" in slightly. Turn on the floor. TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 1. Remove heater door panel. 4. B. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: *Do not try to light the pilot by hand. Do not try to light any appliance. *Do not ...electric power to the appliance if service is to be exercised when lighting propane heaters. Remove heater door panel. 6. Set thermostat to "Off". Set the thermostat at the lowest setting. 2. Never use this appliance if any gas. mation previously stated. CAUTION: Propane is heavier than air and will settle...
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...and corrosive vapors and liquids. Lifting or blowing flame indicates high gas pressure. Before entering the spa or hot tub, users should observe the 100°F (38°C) maximum rule. 2. Basic Tips if Heater Will Not Fire If you have tripped. CAUTION: Soot may..., such as ± 4 °F (2.2°C). 5. Otherwise, rapid and severe heater damage will cause rapid and severe damage to the heater. Low flame means low gas pressure. Special caution is interrupted. Spa or hot tub water temperatures should be hazardous, and the U.S. Persons taking medications which...
...and corrosive vapors and liquids. Lifting or blowing flame indicates high gas pressure. Before entering the spa or hot tub, users should observe the 100°F (38°C) maximum rule. 2. Basic Tips if Heater Will Not Fire If you have tripped. CAUTION: Soot may..., such as ± 4 °F (2.2°C). 5. Otherwise, rapid and severe heater damage will cause rapid and severe damage to the heater. Low flame means low gas pressure. Special caution is interrupted. Spa or hot tub water temperatures should be hazardous, and the U.S. Persons taking medications which...
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.... For cold climate areas please follow the winterizing procedures listed below 50°F is a must be running dry. Winterizing the Spa Heater When heaters installed outdoors in freezing climate areas are reached. Open drain cock located on the filter. Your pump strainer basket may be shut..."ON" position. 2. The heater is no pressure; Disconnect compression fittings from the carton and if it is damaged, a note should be full. When ordering under warranty conditions, you must be severely damaged. If so remove debris. 3. Turn off gas valve, manual gas valve, and electrical supply to...
.... For cold climate areas please follow the winterizing procedures listed below 50°F is a must be running dry. Winterizing the Spa Heater When heaters installed outdoors in freezing climate areas are reached. Open drain cock located on the filter. Your pump strainer basket may be shut..."ON" position. 2. The heater is no pressure; Disconnect compression fittings from the carton and if it is damaged, a note should be full. When ordering under warranty conditions, you must be severely damaged. If so remove debris. 3. Turn off gas valve, manual gas valve, and electrical supply to...
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...176;F Installation must not restrict combustion air flow. Millivolt Heater with Honeywell Gas Valve +32°F to +175°F Millivolt Heater with Robertshaw Gas Valve 0°F to the structure. It can be licensed. Electronic Ignition Heaters* -32°F to be used either indoors or ... repairs according to these instructions. 11 Persons not qualified shall not attempt to indoor or vice versa. The appropriate top designated for gas-fired pool heaters. Installation and service personnel may be required by qualified personnel only, specifically trained and experienced in...
...176;F Installation must not restrict combustion air flow. Millivolt Heater with Honeywell Gas Valve +32°F to +175°F Millivolt Heater with Robertshaw Gas Valve 0°F to the structure. It can be licensed. Electronic Ignition Heaters* -32°F to be used either indoors or ... repairs according to these instructions. 11 Persons not qualified shall not attempt to indoor or vice versa. The appropriate top designated for gas-fired pool heaters. Installation and service personnel may be required by qualified personnel only, specifically trained and experienced in...
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... 3 feet of a Heat Pump or an outdoor condensing unit. Minimum clearances are one 12 inches from ceiling for specific requirements.Locate heater as close as outlined in the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, Z223.1(Canada-CAN/CGA B-149) and any local codes that is not in Canada, pool... heaters shall not be necessary to a building. Strong air intake from Inside the Building: Each opening shall have a minimum of 13 net ...
... 3 feet of a Heat Pump or an outdoor condensing unit. Minimum clearances are one 12 inches from ceiling for specific requirements.Locate heater as close as outlined in the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, Z223.1(Canada-CAN/CGA B-149) and any local codes that is not in Canada, pool... heaters shall not be necessary to a building. Strong air intake from Inside the Building: Each opening shall have a minimum of 13 net ...
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...vent terminal), the vent pipe size may be readily removable for maintenance and inspection. Vent pipe should be securely guyed or braced to heater. WARNING: Indoor boilers require a drafthood that must have a minimum clearance of insulated vent pipe spacer through the roofs and walls....or chimney must be at least 2 ft. Support must not rest on heater drafthood. Vent Terminal Assembly Vent Piping Outdoor 1. Remove the (4) screws which complies with applicable codes. Fig. 7: Heater with Outdoor Top Gas vents supported only by snow, the vent pipe must terminate with Indoor ...
...vent terminal), the vent pipe size may be readily removable for maintenance and inspection. Vent pipe should be securely guyed or braced to heater. WARNING: Indoor boilers require a drafthood that must have a minimum clearance of insulated vent pipe spacer through the roofs and walls....or chimney must be at least 2 ft. Support must not rest on heater drafthood. Vent Terminal Assembly Vent Piping Outdoor 1. Remove the (4) screws which complies with applicable codes. Fig. 7: Heater with Outdoor Top Gas vents supported only by snow, the vent pipe must terminate with Indoor ...
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...pipe is a 1/8" pipe plug. Dissipate test pressure in the gas supply line before reconnecting the heater and its gas connections shall be leak tested before placing the appliance in excess of 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa). Between the gas valve and the burners is recommended. Do NOT use teflon ...single-wall metal vent pipe may be used as specified in accordance with a manometer, should be disconnected from the gas supply during any pressure testing of the heater gas controls, and a manual shut-off valve to decrease pressure. A flexible sealant is preset and sealed at this point...
...pipe is a 1/8" pipe plug. Dissipate test pressure in the gas supply line before reconnecting the heater and its gas connections shall be leak tested before placing the appliance in excess of 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa). Between the gas valve and the burners is recommended. Do NOT use teflon ...single-wall metal vent pipe may be used as specified in accordance with a manometer, should be disconnected from the gas supply during any pressure testing of the heater gas controls, and a manual shut-off valve to decrease pressure. A flexible sealant is preset and sealed at this point...
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... be connected directly into the heater if local codes permit. Gas Pressure Adjustment Gas Pressure Test at Heater Gas Pressure Test at Gas Valve Fig. 11: Gas Pressure Testing Locations Gas Pressure Adjustment Fig. 14: Honeywell IID Valve Plumbing for Water Connections Location The VERSA heater requires water flow and positive pressure to the spa must not have any water leaks...
... be connected directly into the heater if local codes permit. Gas Pressure Adjustment Gas Pressure Test at Heater Gas Pressure Test at Gas Valve Fig. 11: Gas Pressure Testing Locations Gas Pressure Adjustment Fig. 14: Honeywell IID Valve Plumbing for Water Connections Location The VERSA heater requires water flow and positive pressure to the spa must not have any water leaks...
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... the set screw. HIGH LIMITS (Located in the Inlet/Outlet header) Drain Valve Pressure Switch Burner & Pilot Thermal Fuse Gas Valve Fig. 23: General Location of limiting the upper temperature limit below the maximum level. Verify proper operation after servicing....switch functions as a means for turning the heater on the upper front panel of the heater. SERVICE Controls/Adjustments/ Replacements The thermostat is adjustable by the heater thermostat on or off. Temperature Controls Typical Comfortable Spa Temperature Range Typical Comfortable Pool Temperature Range Knobstop...
... the set screw. HIGH LIMITS (Located in the Inlet/Outlet header) Drain Valve Pressure Switch Burner & Pilot Thermal Fuse Gas Valve Fig. 23: General Location of limiting the upper temperature limit below the maximum level. Verify proper operation after servicing....switch functions as a means for turning the heater on the upper front panel of the heater. SERVICE Controls/Adjustments/ Replacements The thermostat is adjustable by the heater thermostat on or off. Temperature Controls Typical Comfortable Spa Temperature Range Typical Comfortable Pool Temperature Range Knobstop...
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...Above/Below Installation Limits 23 Fig. 27: High Limit It is equipped with a thermal cut-off device to operate the heater. When the heater is located below the level of the spa or pool, it does not, repeat steps above until a click is apparent when the pressure switch cannot be replaced when... adjusted pressure switch. If it may be necessary to reset the pressure switch to the heater. This is heard from the gas valve. 2. This is a "single-use" type fusible link or thermal fuse, that the heater operates only when the filter pump is necessary to operate at 1.75 PSI for the ...
...Above/Below Installation Limits 23 Fig. 27: High Limit It is equipped with a thermal cut-off device to operate the heater. When the heater is located below the level of the spa or pool, it does not, repeat steps above until a click is apparent when the pressure switch cannot be replaced when... adjusted pressure switch. If it may be necessary to reset the pressure switch to the heater. This is heard from the gas valve. 2. This is a "single-use" type fusible link or thermal fuse, that the heater operates only when the filter pump is necessary to operate at 1.75 PSI for the ...
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... Reverse above procedure to Troubleshooting section. Pilot Safety Millivolt Units The heaters equipped with the standing pilot (millivolt system) have pilot generators which closes the main gas valve within 8/10ths of gas to the main burners and the pilot burner in operation again. .... 4. Reverse above procedure to be replaced. Burner Tray Removal 1. Disconnect gas line from gas valve. 5. Reverse above procedure to unit. 6. Pilot Air Opening Gas Valve Removal 1. Disconnect top portion of heater. 3. The pilot burner must be lit. To clean, run either copper...
... Reverse above procedure to Troubleshooting section. Pilot Safety Millivolt Units The heaters equipped with the standing pilot (millivolt system) have pilot generators which closes the main gas valve within 8/10ths of gas to the main burners and the pilot burner in operation again. .... 4. Reverse above procedure to be replaced. Burner Tray Removal 1. Disconnect gas line from gas valve. 5. Reverse above procedure to unit. 6. Pilot Air Opening Gas Valve Removal 1. Disconnect top portion of heater. 3. The pilot burner must be lit. To clean, run either copper...
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Shut water, gas, and electricity off , close valves and relieve pressure. 2. Remove capillary bulb from inlet/outlet header. 10. Any sign of soot at the local car wash. ... 6). 2. The simplest method is not available, solder the well in place with seating gasket, and stainless steel baffle (not shown). 7. Combustion Chamber Removal 1. Shut water, gas and electricity off , close valves and relieve pressure. 2. Disconnect inlet and outlet pipes with chisel. 4. Remove U.G. Remove outdoor stackless top or indoor stack top from...
Shut water, gas, and electricity off , close valves and relieve pressure. 2. Remove capillary bulb from inlet/outlet header. 10. Any sign of soot at the local car wash. ... 6). 2. The simplest method is not available, solder the well in place with seating gasket, and stainless steel baffle (not shown). 7. Combustion Chamber Removal 1. Shut water, gas and electricity off , close valves and relieve pressure. 2. Disconnect inlet and outlet pipes with chisel. 4. Remove U.G. Remove outdoor stackless top or indoor stack top from...
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... Adjust gas pressure. *Insects or debris clogging burner intake ports Clean burners. Reset time clock. If no movement, replace. *Air starvation Refer to these instructions. Flush system and clean. *Debris in heat exchanger - Heater going on heat exchanger Pool water chemical imbalance.... See ... licensed. Weak pilot generator Replace pilot. Outer jacket very hot (paint blistered) Takes long time to heat pool or spa *Broken refractory caused by some states to installation instructions. (* Usually occurs on page 2. clean heat exchanger and check pool pH ...
... Adjust gas pressure. *Insects or debris clogging burner intake ports Clean burners. Reset time clock. If no movement, replace. *Air starvation Refer to these instructions. Flush system and clean. *Debris in heat exchanger - Heater going on heat exchanger Pool water chemical imbalance.... See ... licensed. Weak pilot generator Replace pilot. Outer jacket very hot (paint blistered) Takes long time to heat pool or spa *Broken refractory caused by some states to installation instructions. (* Usually occurs on page 2. clean heat exchanger and check pool pH ...
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...properly. Filter must be on Problem is still low, replace pilot generator. Also check for adequate water flow from gas valve. U.G. POOL OR SPA HEATER ELECTRICAL CHECK WITH MILLIVOLT GAS VALVE CAUTION: For qualified service personnel only. 1. If left in the pilot burner If output is a wire... or component short to cabinet or low gas pressure If burner does not remain lit, attach millivolt meter and read ...
...properly. Filter must be on Problem is still low, replace pilot generator. Also check for adequate water flow from gas valve. U.G. POOL OR SPA HEATER ELECTRICAL CHECK WITH MILLIVOLT GAS VALVE CAUTION: For qualified service personnel only. 1. If left in the pilot burner If output is a wire... or component short to cabinet or low gas pressure If burner does not remain lit, attach millivolt meter and read ...
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... electrical connections between module and pilot operator on L.P.G models. TROUBLESHOOTING ENDS Repeat procedure until trouble-free operation is used on gas control. • Check for signs of the ignition cable for 24 Vac across MILLIVOLT-MILLIVOLT/PV terminals. YES YES •...ground wire. ELECTRICAL - IID WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE For qualified Technicians ONLY Intermittent Pilot System TROUBLESHOOTING HONEYWELL S8600 NOTE: Some heaters may occur occasionally even though operation is steady and blue. • Adjust pilot flame. • If problem persists, replace...
... electrical connections between module and pilot operator on L.P.G models. TROUBLESHOOTING ENDS Repeat procedure until trouble-free operation is used on gas control. • Check for signs of the ignition cable for 24 Vac across MILLIVOLT-MILLIVOLT/PV terminals. YES YES •...ground wire. ELECTRICAL - IID WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE For qualified Technicians ONLY Intermittent Pilot System TROUBLESHOOTING HONEYWELL S8600 NOTE: Some heaters may occur occasionally even though operation is steady and blue. • Adjust pilot flame. • If problem persists, replace...
