Vanguard Heating PM200 manual

INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL! P OWER M AX tm GAS INFRA-RED WATER BOOSTER HEATERS Model PM200 and PM400 IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY WARNING: IF THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NO T FOLLOWED EXACTLY, FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT, CAUSING PRO PERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. -Do not store or use gasoline or any other fla [...]

ii TABLE OF CONTENTS Page General Information 1 Installation Codes 2 Unpacking 2 Locating 2 Combustion Air/Ventilation 3 Exhaust Venting 3 Gas Piping 5 Water Requirements 6 Water Piping 7 Electrical 9 Wiring Diagrams 10 Operating Sequence 12 Start-up Procedure 13 Operating Instructions 14 To Turn Off Gas Appliance 15 Maintenance 16 Troubleshooting [...]

1 GENERAL INFORMATION The POWERMAX tm gas fired, infra-red water boos ter heater provides 180 degree sanitizing rinse water for commercial dishwa shing machines. Dishware and utensils used in the preparation and servi ng of food are required by H ealth Codes and the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) to be sanitized by hot (min. 180 degrees Fahre[...]

2 INSTALLATION CODES Installation must be performed in accordance with state and local codes, or, in the absence of local codes, with the following: National Fuel Code, ANSI Z223.1 (latest edition) the National Electric Code (NEC) ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest edition). Canada: CAN/CGA B149.1, CAN/CG A B149.2 and CSA C22.2 No. 1 (latest edition). UNPACKING [...]

3 COMBUSTION AIR / VENTILATION The POWERMAX tm must be provided with an adequate supply of air for proper combustion and ventilation as r equired by the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z 223.1 or any local codes that supercede the National Code. Do not obstruct the combustion and/or ventilation air supply openings. CAUTION: Combustion air must not be [...]

4 2. Through the ceiling/roof (see fig.3) or through a sidewall (s ee fig. 4). Type B-1 vent pipe (inch min. diameter) may be used w hen venting vertically through the roof, provided a one inch minimum clearance to combustible material is maintained throughout and the vent terminates into a listed wind cap above the roof. 3. Vented freely into the [...]

5 any door, opening window or gravity air inlet into any building. It shall also have a minimum horizontal clearance of four feet from any electric meter, gas meter, regulator, relief valve or other equipment. -The vent terminal shall be located not less than seven feet above grade when it is adjacent to public walkways. -The bottom of the vent ter[...]

6 The gas valve is provided with a pressure tap to measure gas pressure downstream , which is also the manifold pressure (fig. 5.). The gas piping must have a sediment trap ahead of the heater gas controls and an approved manual shut-off valve (pr ovided by others) located outside the jacket and easily accessible. The heater and its gas connections[...]

7 Recommended water hardness is 4-6 grains of hardness per gallon. Chlorides must NOT exceed 50 parts per million. Water hardness above 6 grains per gallon should be treated with a proper water conditioner (water softener or in-line treatment). Water hardness below 4 grains per gallon also requires water treatment to reduce its corrosive effects. S[...]

8 Follow instructions on the tag located on t he Temperature and Pressu re Relief valve to avoid contact with hot water discharge and to prevent water damage from operation of the valve. Repair or alteration of the Te mperature and Pressure Relief valve in any way is prohibited by National Safety Standards and local code s. DO NOT PLUG THE RELIEF V[...]

9 ELECTRICAL The electrical power supply requirement for the booster heater is 120 volts, AC, 60Hz, 6.0 amps or less. Field wiring connections and electrical grounding must comply with local codes, or, in the absence of local codes, with the latest edition of the National Electric Code (NEC), ANSI/NFPA 70. NOTE: Polarity must be observed for the bo[...]

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12 OPERATING SEQUENCE The booster heater is design ed to produce 180-190 degree sanitizing rinse water for commercial dishwashing machines. Specif ic performance depends upon the exact water flow and supply water temperature. (See table) PowerMax200 tm Performance Data Temperature rise Gallons per Minute Gallons per Hour 40 o F 8.7 520 50 o F 7.0 4[...]

13 POWERMAX tm START-UP PROCEDURE For your safety, read completely before operating. CAUTION: DO NOT turn Power Switch ‘on’ until the booster has been filled with water and all air has been purged from the water lines and accumulator tank. FILL THE BOOSTER HEATER Open the water supply valve at the Booster Heater water supply inlet and fill Boos[...]

14 FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ BEFORE OPERATING WARNING! - IF YOU DON’T FO LLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. A. This appliance DOES NOT have a standing pilo t ignition system. It is equipped with a hot surface ignition device that automatically li ghts the burner. DO NOT a[...]

15 TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 1. Turn off all electric power to the boos ter heater if service is to be performed. 2. Turn off manual gas valve in gas supply piping. 3. Remove front access panel by lifting panel to release bottom, tilting panel away from unit and removing panel. 4. Push in and turn gas control knob clo ckwise to the ‘OFF’ pos[...]

16 MAINTENANCE Lubrication The water pump motor and the combustion ai r blower are permanently lubricated and require no periodic maintenance. Auxiliar y power vent motor (depending upon model) may or may not need periodic adj ustment or lubrication. Consult power vent manual. Vent System Check the vent system annually for damage and/or obstruction[...]

17 TROUBLE SHOOTING CAUTION : Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause im proper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY 3. On-Off switch powered, Unit does not operate. a. No power to heater. b. Manual reset Hi-limit tripped. c. Vent fan interlock not pro[...]

18 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST When ordering parts, always refer to the Model number and Serial Number. The data plate is mounted on the electrical panel face behind the front cover panel. NOTE- Part numbers may change wit hout notification. To obtain the most recent part numbers contact the Factory or your authorized Vanguard service agency. Model PM20[...]

19 LIMITED WARRANTY: Products manufactured by Vanguard T echnology. Inc. are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship, when installed and ma intai ned in accordance with Vanguard’s i nstructions and in normal use and service for the time periods, terms and conditions as set forth below: 1) For a period of One Year from date o[...]

20 APPENDIX A TYPICAL SPECIAL STAINLESS STEEL VE NTING For use with Categor y II, III, IV appliances Contact Local Building or Fire Officials About Restrictions and Installa tion Inspections in your area as well as National codes: USA -National fuel gas code ANS1-Z223.l CANADA -CANCGA-B 149.1 or . 2 Fuel Burning Installation Code Please refer to a[...]

21 Appendix A JOINT PROCEDURE (see illustration #1 below) 1. The outside of male end and inside of female end of pipe must be cleaned before applying sili cone bead. Remove dirt, grease, and moisture from surface to be sealed. Dry surface or allow to dry thoroughly. 2. Apply high temperature sili con e approximately one half inch from end around ma[...]

22 Appendix A SIDE WALL VENTING INSTALLATION SIDE WALL VENTING INSTALLATION (see illustration #2) 1. Install wall thimble into wall, observing the aforem entioned rules and/or local buildi ng codes. Select the point of wall penetration where the minimum 114” per foot of slope (6.4 mm per 305 mm) can be maintained. The pipe can be located between [...]

23 Appendix A 3. The system must be supported alo ng its hori zontal length at all elbow locations and joints (e very forty- eight inches or less) using straps around pipe s mainta ining clearance to combustible s as p er table. Any horizontally installed portion of a venting system shall have a slope (upwards for Catego ry II, III, or IV appliance[...]

24 2949 5 A i r por t R oad, Eu gene , O R 974 02 T el : ( 541) 461-6020 Fa x: ( 5 41) 461-6023 T ol l F r e e : 1- 8 00- 624- 48 09 Factory Authorized PowerMax Start-Up Verification Worksheet Job Name:______________________________________________________________ Job Location:____________________________________________________________ Dealer Name[...]

25 Page 2 Vanguard Technology Inc. Factory Authorized Start-Up - Ve rification Worksheet - continued ! Bleed air from accumulator and heat exch anger through temperatu re/pressure relief valve. ! Turn power switch ‘on’. ! Burner(s) will activate un til accum ulator temp erature setting is reached. Output temperature sensor should reduce burner [...]

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