Modena Rapido Series Owner's manual

User
Manual Book
Gas Instant Water Heater
Rapido Series
GI 6 V, GI 6N V

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TABLE OF CONTENT
Part 1: Important Safety Information 3
Part 2: Name of Parts 4
Part 3: Installation 5
Installation Requirement 5
Indoor Installation Position 5
Hanger Installation 6
Water Heater Hanger 6
Ventilation Pipe Installation 7
How to Install Ventilation 8
Gas Pipe Installation 8
Valve Installation 9
Part 4: How to Use 9
Preparation 9
Turning On the Water Heater 9
Temperature Control 10
Turning Off the Water Heater 11
Part 5: Maintenance 11
Part 6: Troubleshooting 12
Part 7: Specification 13
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new product. Please contact our Customer Care should you need
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When the water heater is operated, gas combustion will consume a
large amount of oxygen and exhaust much carbon monoxide. To avoid
the great harm for human health or even death caused by excessive
carbon monoxide inhalation, MODENA sincerely advise all users to:
Read this manual book carefully before installing and operating the
water heater for the first time.
Do not install the water heater in the bathroom.
Installing and using the water heater must be in accordance with
the requirements stipulated in these usage instructions.
Install a smoke exhaust duct to exhaust waste gases out of the
room.
Make sure that the room where the water heater is installed has
enough fresh air and well-ventilated.
Once the outer wrapping and the inner wrappings of the various
parts have been removed, check and make sure that the appliance
is in perfect condition. If you have any doubts regarding to the
quality and the completion of the appliance accessories, do not use
this appliance yet and contact MODENA Customer Care.
This water heater must be installed by qualified technician.
In the case of a failure and/or malfunction, all repairs or settings
must be done with maximum care and attention by qualified
technicians. For this reason, we recommend you to contact
MODENA Customer Care; explaining the trouble in details; and
mention the name of the model.
The packaging materials used (such as cardboard, bags,
polystyrene foam, nails, etc.) must not be left anywhere in easy
reach for children because the packaging materials could
potentially cause a hazard. To safeguard the environment, all
packaging materials are environment-friendly and recyclable.
If there any questions about the operation procedure & the safety
instruction of this water heater, contact MODENA Customer Care.
PART 1: IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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PART 2: NAME OF PARTS
Flame Peeping Hole
/ Observation
Window
Water Temperature
Controller Knob
Flame Controller
Knob
Water Volume
Controller Knob
Battery Indicator
1. Flue/Exhaust Duct
2. Steam Collector Funnel
3. Lighter Plug
4. Flame Sensor
5. Gas Inlet Valve
6. Electromagnetic Valve
7. Generator Plug
8. Hot Water Outlet
9. Gas Inlet
10. Hole for Installation
11. Rear Plate
12. Heat Exchanger Pipe
13. Burner
14. Water Flow Valve
15. Micro Switch
16. Battery Box
17. Water Drainage Pipe
18. Cold Water Inlet
19. Temperature Sensor
*Features depend on the type of the product

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Installation Requirement
1. Do not install the water heater in a bedroom, basement, bathroom,
or any room with poor ventilation. In order to keep the installation
room well-ventilated, an air-intake (inlet) hole should be made in the
lower area of the room, and the area around the hole should not be
less than 100 cm2.
2. The flame observation window of the water heater should be
located in a position where it can be easily viewed (approximately
150 cm above the floor).
3. No cord or electric equipment should be put above the water
heater. The water heater should be kept at least 40 cm away from
the electronics horizontally. The water heater should be kept away
from any flammable substance or liquid.
4. Do not install the water heater where adverse winds may blow,
causing flame-out or incomplete combustion.
Indoor Installation Position
PART 3: INSTALLATION
Bathroom
Cable
for Gas
Power Supply
Gas
Level
Gas
Tank
Gas Regulator
Window
Water
Inlet
Gas
Inlet
Valve
Water
Inlet
Water
Drain
Water
Outlet
>300 mm
>150 mm
Approx 1500 mm
>150
mm
Off
On
Max
Min
Min
Max
Valve/Tap
Valve/Tap

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Hanger Installation
If the wall is not heat-resistant, it is
recommended to coat it with a
heat-resistant board that is 100
mm bigger than the water heater in
every side and has 10 mm distance
from the wall.
Water Heater Hanger
The water heater should be hanged vertically. The
standard height of the water heater is adjusted
with the parallel position of the flame observation
window (peeping hole) to human eyes.
NOTE
The positions of the water inlet, water outlet, and gas pipe
must be in accordance with the marks on the water heater
body.
Check carefully after the installation has done; make sure
that there is no gas or water leak.
The maximum length of the rubber hose is 2 meters.
Cord, hose, and pipe are prohibited to pass the side or the
upper of the water heater body.
The installation of the hanger must be horizontal.
Drilled Holes on the Wall
Hole Depth > Fischer (±3 –5 mm)
Heat-
Resistant
Wall
Hanger
Fishcer
(Plastic Anchor
Bolt)
Screw
Hanger
Fishcer
Screw
Heat-resistant
Board
Hanger

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Ventilation Pipe Installation
The water heater must have ventilation pipe. The installation of the
ventilation pipe must be in accordance with follow matters:
The height of the ventilation pipe
must be in accordance so that it
can exhaust the smoke out.
The horizontal part of this
ventilation pipe must be less than
3 m, and the pipe must be a bit
tilted down (±1°), so that the water
condensation does not flow back.
The angle of the ventilation pipe
must be 90°, and its quantity
should be no more than 3 pieces.
Inside the ventilation pipe, the
upper hole of the smoke exhaust
(flue) duct from the back must
have more than 250 mm height.
The upper part of the ventilation
pipe must be accompanied with
the windproof cover to prevent
wind and rain. The distance may
not be more than 600 mm from
the surrounding buildings.
Do not install the ventilation pipe
in the air replacement part or
smoke ventilation track.
Make sure there is no air leak at
the pipe connections; fasten it
with strong screws.
Ventilation Pipe
Air
Air
Inlet
Water
Outlet
Ventila-
tion Hole
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How to Install Ventilation
The air hole must be on the good ventilating position and placed 1/2
under the height of the room.
The pipe hole must be made outside, close from the upper part of
the room, and far from the ventilation pipe.
Thermal Load (KW)
Minimum Area for the Air Hole and Pipe Hole (cm³)
< 12
100
12 –16
130
16 - 20
160
20 - 26
200
Gas Pipe Installation
The diameter of the threaded bolt that
connects the gas inlet pipe to the water
heater is G1/2.
Connecting to the LPG Tank
Install the connector in the package
to the gas inlet valve on the water
heater (make sure the seal has
been installed). Then, connect it to
the hose for gas (rubber hose) with
a diameter of 9.5 mm as shown in
the picture.
Make sure to use the gas regulator
with the right pressure (the exact
gas pressure standard is 2800 Pa
for LPG, 2000 Pa for natural gas).
Connecting to the Gas Pipe
It must use the gas hose or standard metal pipe.
Gas valve must be installed at the gas inlet pipe.
Water Heater
Pipe Connector
Seal
Line (Red Line)
Pipe Fastening
Clip
Gas Hose
(Rubber) Hose)
Gas Hose
Connector

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Valve Installation
Valve must be installed at the gas inlet pipe, water inlet pipe, and water
outlet pipe. After the installation, checking must be done to make sure
that there is no gas or water leak.
Preparation
1. Insert 2 pieces of battery. Make sure the positive and negative
poles of the battery are well-installed (not reversed).
2. Open the gas inlet and water inlet valves.
Turning On the Water Heater
When the water pressure is above 0.015 MPa, the water heater will be
turned on automatically if the hot water valve is opened. For the water
heater that is just installed, the gas pipe perhaps is filled with air and
cannot be turned on at the first time. Repeat the on and off process to
exhaust the air out until the water heater turns on.
PART 4: HOW TO USE
Hot Water
Outlet
Drainage Pipe
Cover
Gas Inlet
Valve
Temperature
Volume
Water Inlet
Max
Max
Max
Min
Min
Min

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Temperature Control
1. Adjust the water and gas controller knobs until the desired hot
water temperature is reached.
2. If the water inlet valve is installed, the valve may not be rotated
excessively to prevent the reduction of the pressure (as a cause of
the difference between pipe and valve diameters) that affects the
normal operation of water heater.
3. At certain places, the water pressure maybe too strong and thus
the water cannot be heated. In this case, turn the water inlet valve
down (as shown in the illustration picture below).
4. Flame can be adjusted by turning the flame controller knob to the
‘ max’ or ‘ min’ position (refer to the illustration picture below).
Water Supply
(Inlet)
Rotate the Valve to
Minimum Position
Temperature
Volume
Min
Min
Max
Max
Max
Minimum Position: knob directs to
the “Min” marker
Maximum Position: knob directs to
the “Max” marker
Max
Min
Min
Max
Max
Max
Max
Max
Min
Min
Temperature
Min
Min
Temperature
Volume
Volume
Flame
Flame
Min

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Turning Off the Water Heater
To turn the water heater off, switch off the valve of hot water outlet or
the water inlet. Then, the flame will automatically extinguish, and the
water heater will return to stand-by mode.
This gas instant water heater must be checked by professionals
every 6-12 months. Parts of the water heater that need to be
checked are in the following:
1. Seal of the gas and water track system.
2. Flexibility of the water and gas piping connection.
3. Functions of all the operating parts.
4. Burner of the flame (for combustion).
5. Air loading and releasing/relief system inside of the room
where the water heater is installed.
6. Gas pressure reducer.
7. Apply the lubricants to the gas valve and on its middle part.
Parts of water heater that must be cleaned by professional:
1. Filter at the edge of the water supply line to prevent
congestion.
2. Carbon crust on the buckled part of the heat exchanger.
3. The disturbing carbon accumulation and oxidation layer in the
igniter.
NOTE
The water heater cannot be used continuously for a long time. It will
automatically turn off after 20 minutes in continuous operation to
prevent the accidental carbon monoxide poisoning due to
inadvertent or accidental long period use.
PART 5: MAINTENANCE

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Maintenance of the water heater by user:
1. Clean off the dirt and dust accumulation on the surface of the
water heater with the cloth regularly. Do not use chemical that
can change the color of the surface.
2. Clean off the dust and the carbon accumulation inside of the
ventilation pipe and the heat exchanger regularly to smooth out
the smoke line.
Problem
Possible Cause
Recommended Actions
Over-high water
pressure.
If the water pressure
exceeds 0.5 MPa, the water
outlet valve will release the
water and lower the water
pressure.
Increase the limit of the valve
pressure in accordance with
the local water supply
pressure.
The water heater
automatically turns
off after 20 minutes
continuous operation.
After it has been used for 20
minutes, the water heater
will turns off automatically
Turn on the water heater again
after 5 seconds.
Over-low water
pressure.
If the water pressure is
under 0.015 MPa, the water
heater cannot be turned on.
Use the water heater after the
pressure is higher.
Low battery.
The battery power will
reduce after some time of
use, so that the water heater
cannot be turned on.
Change the battery.
Excessive heat
protection.
Water heater will turn off
automatically when the
temperature is above 77o C.
Turn on the water heater again
after the water becomes cold.
NOTE
Remove the ventilation pipe; and clean the heat exchanger part with
a soft brush. During the cleaning, do not let the dirt and dust enter
the fire hole of the burner and also into the part of electric tools. Do
not eliminate or damage the tools. When re-install ventilation pipe
after cleaning, make sure to fasten all parts of connector.
PART 6: TROUBLESHOOTING

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Model
GI 6 V
GI 6N V
Type
Gas Instant Water Heater
Color
Silver
Installation
Vertical
Heat Source
LPG
Natural Gas / LNG
Water Volume Controller
Yes
Gas Volume Controller
Yes
Flame Controller
Yes
Low Water Pressure
Yes
Flame Off Safety
Yes
Automatic Shut-off
Yes
Overpressure Safety
Yes
Thermostat
Yes
Water Flow Rate
6 L/min
Gas Input
1 kg/h
Generated Calorie
10285.90 kcal/jam
Water Pressure
0.015 - 0.5 MPa
Water Pipe Diameter
0.5 Inch
Maximum Temperature
75 oC
Product Dimension
300 x 150 x 440 mm
Product Weight
5 kg
Specifications of this appliance may change without notice to improve the quality of the
product. Pictures in this manual are schematic and may not match your product exactly.
Values stated on the machine labels or in the documentation accompanying it are
obtained in the laboratory in accordance with the relevant standards. Depending on the
operational and environmental conditions of the appliance, values may vary.
PART 7: SPECIFICATION

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