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Laars Everhot IGE-199C Series Installation And Operating Instruction Manual

Manual is about: TANKLESS GAS WATER HEATER FOR EXTERIOR INSTALLATION

Summary of Everhot IGE-199C Series

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    Everhot ® tankless gas water heater for exterior installation ige-199r and ige-199c model series - do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance - what to do if you smell gas • do not try to light any appliance. • do not touch any e...

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    Section i: important information 2 this water heater has a limited warranty. The warranty for this water heater is valid only if the water heater has been installed, maintained and operated in accordance with these instructions. Notice table of contents i important information 2 vii electrical conne...

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    Improper installation, adjustments, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Failure to follow all instructions in the proper order can cause personal injury or death. Read and understand all instructions, including all those provided with the ap...

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    4 flammable items, pressurized containers or any other potential fire hazardous articles must never be placed on or adjacent to the water heater. Open containers of flammable material must not be stored or used in the same room with this water heater. Do not use an insulation blanket with this water...

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    Section ii: specifications max. Flow rate @ degree temperature rise max. Input rating btu/hr. Min. Input rating btu/hr. Temp rise 40 °f 60 °f 80 °f 100 °f 120 °f model no. 140 °f 5 flow rate vs temperature rise curve for everhot ® ige model series 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 25 50 75 100 125 150 Δt – temp...

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    Everhot ® ige model series dimensions dimensions (inches) height: 23 5/8” (60.0 cm) width: 13 3⁄4” (34.9 cm) depth: 8 7/8” (22.6 cm) clearances from combustible materials: top of water heater: 12” (30.5 cm), front: 24” (61 cm), sides: 6” (15.2 cm), back: 0”, ground: 12 (30.5 cm)” maximum/minimum gas...

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    7 section iii: general information features the laars everhot® ige series tankless water heater is a high output, high efficiency appliance, which heats the water continuously as hot water is being drawn for use. Unlike tank type storage water heaters, this water heater does not store hot water. The...

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    Section iv: installation instructions 8 warning installation of this water heater requires ability equivalent to that of a licensed plumber. Plumbing, air supply, venting, gas supply and electrical work are required. Do not attempt to light any gas appliance if you are not certain of the following: ...

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    9 warning warning • this water heater is suitable for potable water heating only. Do not use this water heater for space heating or combination space heating/domestic water heating. • this water heater is not suitable for use in pool or spa applications. • the water heater must be installed outdoors...

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    Build opening clearances (fig 1) table 1 minimum installation clearances reference description minimum distance in inches (cm) a vertically below a window, door which opens, air inlet 12” (30.5 cm) b vertically above a window, door which opens, air inlet 12” (30.5 cm) c below eaves, porches, or over...

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    Section v: water connections warning failure to install and maintain a new, listed pressure relief valve will release the manufacturer from any claim, which might result from excessive temperature and pressures. Keep clear of the pressure relief valve discharge line outlet. The discharge may be hot ...

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    12 2. In order to service the water heater in the event the heat exchanger needs to be flushed from lime deposits, tee fittings with shut off valves and service connections to hoses should be installed. Also install a shut off valve to the hot water supply to isolate the service tee fittings. A plum...

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    Recommended piping for a basic installation fig. 2 13.

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    Recommended piping for power failure freeze protection as long as electrical power and gas are supplied to the everhot® water heater, freeze protection is provided to the heat exchanger and piping inside the water heater with ambient temperatures as cold as -30°f (-34°c), when protected from direct ...

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    Recommended piping for a circulation system fig. 4 15.

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    Recommended piping for back-up storage system for hotels, motels, and other high flow applications (fig. 5) note: the primary circulator for the water heating loop must be sized for 21 gpm @ 35 ft. Head. 16.

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    Pressure relief valve 17 keep clear of the pressure relief valve discharge line outlet. The discharge may be hot enough to cause scald injury. The water is under pressure and may splash. For protection against excessive pressure, install pressure protective equipment required by local codes, but not...

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    Section vi: gas connections warning connect this water heater only to the type of gas as shown on the rating plate. Use clean black iron pipe or equivalent material approved by local codes and ordinances. (dirt and scale from the pipe can enter the gas valve and cause it to malfunction). The inlet g...

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    Check the type of gas and the gas inlet pressure before connecting the everhot water heater to the gas supply. If the gas supply type does not match the type shown on the water heater rating plate, then do not connect the water heater. Contact your supplier for the correct water heater. Gas meter si...

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    20 4. Turn power on (after completing electrical connections – refer to section vii, “electrical connections”) and fully open a hot water tap. 5. Measure the gas pressures to see that these are within the specified limits below: supply pressure: nat. Gas: min.: 6”, max.: 10.5” w.C. L.P. Gas: min.: 1...

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    Section vii: electrical connections warning turn off or disconnect the electrical power supply to the water heater before servicing. Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing. All ...

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    Wiring diagram warning do not adjust any dipswitch settings on pc board! 22.

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    Wiring diagram – schematic 23.

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    Remote temperature controls the supplied remote main control allows the customer to control the hot water supply temperature and will display certain fault codes in the event the water heater needs servicing. If used without the remote main control connected, the residential models (ige-199r-10n,10x...

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    °f set temperature main controller 239-44509-00 in use priority endless hot water system caution: hotter water increases the risk of scald injury. Before changing temperature setting, see instruction manual. Main or optional remote control for residential models (fig. 6) temperature control(s) insta...

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    Warning do not attempt to connect the remote controls with the power on to the water heater. There are 120 volt terminals and wiring next to the remote control connections inside the unit. All servicing and wiring must be performed by a certified installer. 9. Thread the cable through the access hol...

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    °f set temperature main controller 239-44509-00 in use priority endless hot water system caution: hotter water increases the risk of scald injury. Before changing temperature setting, see instruction manual. Control for commercial models (fig. 7) remote temperature control installation: follow the s...

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    Section viii: operating instructions warning water heaters are heat-producing appliances. To avoid damage or injury there must be no materials stored against the water heater or near the front vent outlet, and proper care must be taken to avoid unnecessary contact (especially by children) with the w...

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    Lighting instructions for your safety read before operating warning: if you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliance does not have a pilot. It is equipped with a direct ignition device, which ...

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    Caution in climates where below freezing temperatures may occur, the water heater must be drained when power is off to the water heater to prevent freeze damage to the heat exchanger. Drain solenoids are recommended to prevent freeze damage during power failures in cold climate regions. Turning off ...

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    2. To set the desired temperature on the remote control, all hot water faucets must be closed. If there are other remote controls installed, press the “priority” button on the control you want to change the setting on and the yellow “priority” indicator light will glow. 3. Press the “h” or “c” butto...

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    Commercial models (see figure 11): 1. Commercial models are supplied in the water heater carton with a remote main control, which will allow the outlet water temperature to be adjusted from 98-185°f. When additional remote controls are installed, the temperature can only be adjusted on the remote co...

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    Caution check local codes for the maximum water temperature setting allowed when used in nursing homes, schools, day care centers, and all other public use applications. Notice the default temperature setting displayed for commercial controls that will appear when the water heater is first connected...

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    Approximate time/temperature relationships in scalds 120°f (49°c) more than 5 minutes 125°f (52°c) 11⁄2 to 2 minutes 130°f (54°c) about 30 seconds 135°f (57°c) about 10 seconds 140°f (60°c) less than 5 seconds 145°f (63°c) less than 3 seconds about 11⁄2 seconds 150°f (66°c) about 1 second 155°f (68°...

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    Section ix: maintenance warning always turn off the electrical power supply, the manual gas valve, and the manual water control valve whenever servicing this appliance. Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids! Do not block t...

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    Warning before manually operating the valve, make sure that a drain line has been attached to the valve to direct the discharge to an open drain. Failure to take this precaution could mean contact with extremely hot water passing out the valve during this checking operation. Flushing procedure for l...

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    Lime scale flushing diagram (fig 13) common troubleshooting comments on the operation of the everhot ® tankless water heater comment: i don’t have any hot water when i open the tap! Make sure the gas and electricity is turned on to the water heater. The remote temperature display should have the gre...

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    Schematic diagram of internal parts 38.

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    Section x: parts list cabinet note: can purchase additional controls for remote locations. 39.

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    Internal components 40

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    Internal components 41.

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    Electrical components 42.

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    43 parts list number description quantity 001 front panel assembly 1 002 casing assembly 1 003 wall installation bracket 1 004 connection reinforcement panel 1 005 heat protection plate 1 006 rubber bushing 1 007 front panel gasket 1 008 front panel gasket - side 1 009 front air inlet grill 1 011 ru...

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    Parts list number description quantity 716 anti-frost heater clip 2 717 anti-frost heater clip a 1 718 anti-frost heater clip 1 720 power supply harness 1 721 fuse harness 1 722 100v harness 1 723 solenoid valve harness 1 725 thermal fuse harness 1 726 mold-type limit switch 1 730 pcb assembly 1 731...