3. Make visual check of the burner and pilot
flame. Flame pattern on the main burner
and pilot is indicated in the previous illustra-
tion. Yellow flame means restriction of the
air openings. Lifting or blowing flame indi-
cates high gas pressure. Low flame means
low gas pressure. Should this occur, shut
the heater off and contact your gas supplier
or qualified service agency.
4. On indoor heaters, clean room intake open-
ings to assure adequate flow of combustion
and ventilation air.
CAUTION:
Combustion air must not be
contaminated by corrosive chemical fumes which
can damage the heater and void the warranty.
5. Keep area around heater clear and free
from combustible materials, gasoline and
other flammable and corrosive vapours and
liquids.
POOL & SPA WATER CHEMISTRY
IMPORTANT!These Heaters are not suitable for use
on Salt Chlorinated pools. If this is intended please
contact the Manufacturer.
Chemical imbalance can cause severe damage to
your heater and associated equipment. Maintain
your water pH between 7.4 and 7.8 and total alkalinity
between 100 and 150 p.p.m. If the mineral content
and dissolved solids in the water become too high,
scale forms inside the heat exchanger tubes, reduc-
ing heater efficiency and also damaging the heater.
If the pH drops below 7.2, the heater will be severely
damaged. This will result in corrosion of the heat
exchanger. Heat exchanger damage resulting
from chemical imbalance is not covered by the
warranty.
AUTOMATIC CHLORINATORS AND CHEMICAL
FEEDERS
All chemicals must be introduced and completely
diluted into the pool or spa water before being circu-
lated through the heater. Do not place chlorine
tablets or bromine sticks in the skimmer. High
chemical concentrations will result when the pump is
not running (i.e. overnight).
Chlorinators must feed downstream of the heater
and have an anti-siphoning device to prevent chemi-
cal back-up into the heater when the pump is shut off.
NOTE: High chemical concentrates from feeders
and chlorinators that are out of adjustment will cause
very rapid corrosion to the heat exchanger in the
heaters. Such damage is not covered under the
warranty.
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COLD WEATHER OPERATION
MODERATE CLIMATE: Heater operation can
continue during short term cold spells. When
temperatures are below freezing, flow (continuous
pump operation) must be maintained.
CAUTION: Do not use the heater to maintain water
temperatures just above freezing or for freeze
protection. When heater is used during freezing
weather, care must be taken to avoid freeze ups.
Continuous pump operation is a must. Additional
protection may be required. The heater is not
warranted against freeze ups.
COLD CLIMATE: Prolonged operation with water
temperatures below 10°C (50°F) is not
recommended. When starting the heater with pool
temperatures below 10°C (50°F) operate the
heater continuously until higher temperatures are
reached. Operating the heater for prolonged
periods with pool water below 10°C (50°F) can
seriously damage the heater, and is not covered by
the warranty.
For cold climate areas, please follow the winteriz-
ing procedures listed.
WINTERIZING THE POOL & SPA HEATER
When heaters installed outdoors in freezing cli-
mate areas are to be shut down for the winter,
observe the following step-by-step procedure:
1. Turn off gas valve, manual gas valve, and
electrical supply to the heater.
2. Open drain cock located on the inlet/outlet
header, (under water pipes). Remove
drain
plug from return header. Remove the heat
exchanger inspection panels on the side
opposite water piping to gain access to
the plug on the return header.
Return Header
185, 265 & 405 Models
3. Disconnect compression fittings from the
pressure switch and return header that
connects to the 1/4" copper tube and allow
the tube to drain.
Drain
Plug
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