PVI PV 6319 User manual

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SPECIFICATION FOR DOMESTIC WATER HEATERS
Condensing, Low NOx, Gas-Fired Water Heaters with Nickel-Plated Storage Tanks
Furnish and install POWER VT condensing gas water heater(s) as manufactured by PVI Industries, LLC
of Fort Worth, Texas. Supply in quantities and model numbers as indicated on the plumbing schedule.
Emissions
NOx emissions will not exceed 30 ppm when corrected to 3% O2 (for inputs greater than 399,000 Btu).
NOx emissions will not exceed 55 ppm when corrected to 3% O2(for 399,000 Btu input). These levels will be
certified by independent agency.
Gas and Electrical Consumption
The water heater will operate at a minimum of 94% thermal efficiency when tested to ANSI Z21.10.3. The water
heater will comply with paragraph 7.2.4.4, the thermal efficiency, the standby loss, and all other requirements of
ASHRAE 90.1-1999.
Pressure Vessel and Heating Surfaces
The water heater will be a vertical fire tube design that is constructed and stamped in accordance with Section IV,
Part HLW of the ASME code. Both the storage and heating sections of the water heater will be National Board
Registered for a working pressure of 150 psi and will be pressure tested at 1-1/2 times working pressure. The fireside of
the heating surfaces will be of boiler-grade steel. The waterside of the heating tubes will be sealed in copper. The
heating tubes will be rolled, beaded, and seal welded into the tube sheets. The combustion side of the tube sheet will be
insulated by a layer of ceramic fiber that will protect the tube sheet from both thermal stresses and failure that can result
from the accumulation of scale and precipitants.
Lining
The tank will be a plated with electroless nickel (EN). Plating will occur after the pressure vessel is completely
fabricated and all welding is completed. The EN plating will be a high-phosphorus (10%) and nonporous composition
suitable for submersion service (ASTM B733 standard may be used as a guideline). The finished lining will not require
sacrificial anode rods. For additional protection against galvanic corrosion, which may occur within the potable water
system, the EN plating may have a high-dielectric-strength polymer overcoat.
Burner and Venting
Combustion will be provided by an induced-draft power burner with a gas train meeting the following agency
requirement for the input specified:
___ UL (standard) ___ FM ___ IRI ___ Other ______________________
Water heater will be a category IV, condensing appliance, UL listed for use with CPVC vent or AL 29-4C stainless
steel vent. Burner will be configured to accept ____ room air _____ direct inlet combustion air. Water heater will operate
with a minimum gas pressure of 4-½ inches water column.
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SPECIFICATION FOR DOMESTIC WATER HEATERS
Condensing, Low NOx, Gas-Fired Water Heaters with Nickel-Plated Storage Tanks
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Safety Controls
As a minimum, the heater will be equipped with the following:
•a solid-state flame safeguard with pre-purge, programmable post-purge, and flame status indicating lights
•two immersion operating thermostats
•an immersion temperature limiting device
•a stack temperature limiting device
•an ASME- or AGA-rated temperature and pressure relief valve
•and options as selected on form PV 6435
Warranty Summary
The burner and all heater parts will have a one-year warranty. Storage tank, heating surfaces, and combustion
chamber will have a ten-year warranty covering manufacturing or material defects, leaks, and/or the production of rusty
water. Tank and heating surfaces will have a three-year warranty against failure due to scale buildup with no provisions
for periodic cleaning. The heater will have a _____ first year or ____ long-life service policy, which will cover replacement
labor and freight costs under certain conditions. Initiation and /or continuation of warranty coverage will not be
dependent upon annual inspections, regular replacement of anode rods, or water chemistry. Complete copies of all
warranties and service policies, including all exclusions and conditions, will be presented to the owner as part of the
submittal package. These summaries are not warranties. Consult warranty and policies for full details.
Finishing
The storage and heating sections will be completely factory packaged on a single skid, requiring only job site hookup
to utilities, venting, and water inlet and outlet piping. The heater will be insulated, jacketed with steel panels finished with
an industrial-quality coating. The heater will fit properly in the space provided and installation will conform to all local,
state, and national codes.
Start Up
Start up on the unit will be performed by factory trained and authorized personnel. A copy of the start up report will
be provided to the owner.
Quality Certification and Safety Standards
The heater will be UL or CGA listed. The water heaters will be manufactured by a company that has achieved
certification to the ISO 9001 International Quality System.