Jandy JXi 200 Installation And Operation Manual - Caution
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Jandy
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Pro Series, JXi
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Gas-Fired Pool & Spa Heater
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Installation & Operation Manual
Section 3. Location Requirements
The JXi heater is shipped from the factory with an
exhaust vent confi gured for outdoor installation. The
heater is also design-certifi ed for indoor installations in
the United States and for outdoor shelter installations in
Canada. See
Section 3.3
for details.
Location of the heater below or above the pool water
level affects operation of its water pressure switch. See
sections
5.3
for more information.
NOTE: If the heater is to be operated in below freezing conditions it
should be installed in a protected outdoor shelter.
CAUTION
When pool equipment is located below the pool surface, a leak from
anycomponentcancauselargescalewaterlossorflooding.Zodiac
Pool Systems, Inc., cannot be responsible for such water loss or
floodingorresultingdamage.
3.1
Clearances
The heater must be installed in a location that allows
clearances for maintenance and inspection. Minimum
distances from combustible surfaces must also be
maintained. All criteria given in the following sections
refl ect minimum clearances as stated in the national
standards. However, each installation must also be
evaluated, taking into account prevailing local conditions
such as wind speed and direction, proximity and height of
obstructions that may block ventilation, and proximity to
public access areas.
Service Clearance:
36 inches (45 cm) from top of heater
for removal of top panel.
18 inches in the us and 24 inches (30 cm) in Canada from
one of either the front or rear panels.
Combustible Surfaces:
Each heater face requires a
6 inch (15 cm) clearance from combustible surfaces.
Although it is not advisable, the heater base can be placed
on a combustible surface for operation. However, do not
install the heater on carpet.
Figure 2.
Clearances
required per CSA B149.1, section 4.14.2.
Combustible
Surface
6 in (15 cm)
Service
Clearance
TOP: 36 in (45 cm)
FRONT: 18 in (22.5 cm) USA
24 in (30 cm) Canada
NOTE: Clearances are manufacturer’s
tested values. These are given as minimum
values. Where local and national codes
apply, and if the clearance values specified
in the applicable codes are different than
those listed in this manual, use the greater
value to ensure safest operation.