Suburban HWS Manual - Vanguard Caravan Sales
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1. Come Enough Hot On Hot Water m DESEN XXXXX Possible malfunction of the bottled gas regulator XXXXX Main burner orifice too small or clogged XXXXX Check thermostat position Be sure it is properly mounted f XXXXX Thermostat not shutting off completely XXXXX Yellow flame due to improper air shutter adjustment XXXXX Lint or dirt in burner tube XXXXX Leaves or other obstructions in flue box IF AFTER CHECKING THE CHART AND THE UNIT WILL STILL NOT PERFORM TURN THE APPLIANCE OFF AND CONTACT THE AUTHORISED SERVICE PROVIDER PARTS ILLUSTRATION AND REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST PARTS LIST FOR MODEL SW4DA SW6DA SWADEA SW6DEA Only factory authorized parts are to be used Do not attempt to repair defective parts 1 Part Number Not Item Nc 2 Part Description 3 Model No and Serial No of your Heate 4 Number of Parts Required Item Part No Description T Number 1 Module Board 520814 3 Cover Module Board 5 090487 6 Bushing Snap 1 2 070270 7 Bushing Strain Relief 5 8 230216 8 D C Junction Box Assembly x 090517 10 Flue Collector Assembly Complete a 102287 12 Valve Pressure Relief SW4DEA SW6DEA e 161166 Valve Pressure Relief SW4DA SW6DA E 160926 13 Screw 10 x 1 4 e 121577 15 Cover Thermostat Hi Limit 090562 16 Gasket Thermostat Cover 070987 18 Grommet 070874 20 Bracket Electrode Mounting 063187 21 Electrode 232258 23 Connector with Nut and Sleeve 171532 24 Face Bushing Only for SW4DA SW6DA2. Manifold to Valve j 171463 57 Electrode Wire Not Shown ei i 232456 58 Gasket Element Cover Only for SWADEA SWEDEA e 070988 59 Cover Element Only for SW4DEA SW6DEA 090445 61 Door Radius Corner PW Not Shown 6263APW 62 Terminal Block Only for SW4DEA SW6DEA 3 e 232669 10 MODEL amp SERIALNO PLATE Figure 9 SW4DEA AND SW6DEA MODEL SERIAL NO PLATE Figure 9A SW4DA AND SW6DA LIMITED WARRANTY FOR COAST TO COAST RV SERVICES P L RECREATIONAL VEHICLE WATER HEATER THIS IS A LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ONLY This Coast to Coast RV Services product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and maintenance for period of one year from the date of purchase regardless of tr commencement date of use It is the responsibility of the consumer owner to establish the warranty period Coast to Coa RV Services does not use warranty registration cards for its standard warranty You are required to furnish proof of purchase date through a bill of sale or other payment record Coast to Coast RV Services will replace any parts that are found to be defective within the first year and will pay a warranty service allowance directly to the authorized Coast to Coast RV Services approved Agent at rates mutually agreed upon between Coast to Coast RV Services and its authorized service center or agent Water heater must be returned to Coast to Co
3. and in compliance with codes See Making Wire Connections D The following is information regarding Hot Water Services and corrosion of the tank in Australia The single biggest factor is metal waler contact YELLOW OR reu ow ORANGE ERRATIC PATTERN s Figure 6 Ld 1 Mains Water Connection For correct performance and warranty of the unit when connected to mains water supply pressure must be limiled to approximately 350 kPa 50 PSI by the use of suitable pressure regulator Failure to do so will void warranty 2 Aplastic fitting must be used for coupling HWS to water supply 3 Water supply is an overall factor 4 Tanks should be drained and flushed regularly how often depends on soluble sill content in water Outback areas will be more of a problem than major cily supplies 5 Do not use bore water This will void your warranty as the salt contents of bore water are extremely high 6 The life of the anodes which are a low valve replacement part varies with waler quality Anodes must be inspected periodically Please see Anode Prctection Section 7 Your water system should be operated periodically even th ur the van is nol being used least twice per week 8 Anodes must be checked every 6 six months Please see Anode Proleclion Section SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING t is imperative that the water heater tank be filled with water before operating the water heater Operation of the water heater without water in the t
4. equipped with a high temperature limit as cut off device Temperature above 82 C will cause manual reset button to trip shutting down the electric element To aclivate element the water lemperature must be below 37 C Push reset button to re activate the electric element D 4 m d 240V AC T STAT 7 HI LIMIT Figure All Models Figure 7A Modelt SWADEA and SWEDES ANODE PROTECTION Tne tank in this water heater is protected by a magnesium or aluminum anoae tc prolong the life of the tank Removal of the ancde will decrease tank ife and will vere the warranty on the inner lank Anode must be checked every 6 six months replaced if below 50 of original diameter failure to do so will void ycur warranty Ancce performance depends on water quality therefore are NOT covered by warranty To prevent a water leak when replacing the anode rod a pipe thread sealant approved for potable water such as Teflon Tape must be applied to the threads of the ancae rod Proper application of a thread sealant will not interfere with the anode s tank protection Anode Dimensions Length 250mm Diameter 22mm NOTE Tank is drained by instructions removing anode rod See Drain and Storage To extend anode life drain water from tank whenever RV is nct being used Avoid any extended time of non use with water in tank Also refer to the section on winterizing WARNING Do not replace the anode rod with any non S
5. of the water heater When lank is filled turn off taps and check for leaks at connections After leak testing drain water from tank MAKING GAS CONNECTIONS Connect 10mm flare fitting gas supply to gas connection located in the control housing When making the gas connection hold the gas fitting on the valve with a wrench when tightening the flare nut Failure to hold fitting secure could result in a gas leak due to fitting being damaged NOTE It will be necessary to remove the grommet from the control housing make the gas connection the valve then reinstall grommet Refer to AS5601 for gas pipe size WARNING It is imperative that grommet and gas line through grommet be caulked air tight If not tightly sealed moisture and potential harmful flue products could vent through opening and into living area of trailer See Figure 4 Before leaving check all connections for gas leaks with soap and water Do not use a naked flame for detecting leaks Ignite burner to ensure correct operation of gas valve burner and ignition Observe stability of the flame When satisfied with the heater please instruct the user on the correct method of operation In case the appliance fails to operate correctly after all checks have been carried out refer to the authorised service provider in your area L FRAMED OPENING COMPARTMENT accow Y AGAINST WATER HEATER NCSEMEN CHECKS SHOULD BE Figure 1A Figure 2 Figur
6. we do not recommend For your safety only factory authorized parts are to be used on your water heater formed whenever combustion is incomplete This is your visual warning that the water heater is operating in an unsafe manner If soot is present immediately shut the water heater down and contact you authorised service person Periodically inspect the vent for obstructions or presence of soot Soot is deaiet or an When considering add on rooms porch or patio attention must be given to the venting of your water heater For your safety do not terminate the vent on your water heater inside add on rooms screen porch or onto patios Doing so will result in products of combustion being vented into the rooms or occupied areas Never operate the heater if you smell gas Do not assume that the smell of gas in your RV is normal Any time you detect the odor of gas it is to be considered life threatening and corrected immediately Extinguish any open flames including cigarettes and evacuate all persons from the vehicle Shut off gas supply at LP gas bottle See Safety notice on front cover of this manual Pressure relief valve to be operated at least once every 6 months to remove line deposits and verify it is not blocked Failure to do so may result in heater exploding Continuous leakage from valve may indicate a problem with unit NOTE Always open both the cold and hot water faucets when
7. Hour 2 63 kPa 89 mm Propane 40 Lihr 45 C rise 12 Volt DC r 320mm 320mm 500mm INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS WARNING Installation of this appliance must be made in accordance with the written instructions provided in this manual No agent representative or employee of Suburban or other person has the authority to change modify or waive any provision of the instructions contained in this manual CAUTION If possible do not install the water heater to where the vent can be covered or obstructed when any door on the trailer is opened If this is not 2ossible then the travel of the door must be restricted in order to provide a 6 minimum clearance between the water heater vent and any door whenever the door ts opened CAUTION Due to the differences in vinyl siding this appliance should not be installed on vinyl siding without first consulting with the manufacturer of the siding or cutting the siding away from the area around the appliance vent CAUTION In any installation r which the vent of this appliance can be cc due to the construction of the RV or some special feature of the RV such as slide out pop up etc always insure that the appliance cannot be operated by setting the thermostat to the positive OFF position and shutting off all electrical and gas supply to the appliance CAUTION Do not install this appliance to where the vent terminates below a slide out This appliance is not to be installed unde
8. OPERATING INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MANUAL FOR INSTALLATION IN RECREATIONAL VEHICLES AND MOBILE HOUSING GAS HOT WATER STORAGE HEATER MODELS SW4DA SW6DA SWADEA SW6DEA MANUFACTURED BY SUBURBAN MANUFACTURING COMPANY FOR YOUR SAFETY What do you do if you smell gas e DO NOT TRY TO LIGHT ANY APPLIANCE e DO NOT TOUCH ANY ELECTRICAL SWITCH P e DO NOT USE ANY PHONE IN YOUR BUILDING OR RV e IMMEDIATELY CALL YOUR GAS SUPPLIER FROM A NEIGHBORS PHONE amp FOLLOW THEIR INSTRUCTIONS FREEZE WARNING DRAIN HEATER IF SUBJECTED TO FREEZING TEMPERATURES WARNING IMPROPER INSTALLATION ADJUSTMENT ALTERATION SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE REFER TO THIS MANUAL FOR ASSISTANCE OR FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONSULT AN AUTHORISED INSTALLER SERVICE AGENCY OR GAS SUPPLIER ADDITIONAL SAFETY DO NOT STORE OR USE PETROL OR OTHER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS OR LIQUIDS NEAR OR ADJACENT TO THIS HEATER OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE THIS APPLIANCE SHALL NOT BE INSTALLED IN ANY OTHER LOCATION WHERE FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR VAPORS ARE LIKELY TO BE PRESENT WARNING THIS APPLIANCE IS UNSUITABLE FOR USE AS A POOL HEATER THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY YOUNG CHILDREN OR INFIRM PERSONS WITHOUT SUPERVISION YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE SUPERVISED TO ENSURE THAT THEY DO NOT PLAY WITH THE APPLIANCE INSTALLER AFFIX THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO OR ADJACENT TO THE WATER HEATER OWNER RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY FOR FUTU
9. RE REFERENCE ALL TECHNICAL AND WARRANTY QUESTIONS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE COMPANY LISTED ON THE WARRANTY OR RATING PLATE WHICH CAME WITH YOUR HOT WATER HEATER ONLY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL SHOULD SERVICE OR REPAIR THIS UNIT Coast To Coast R V Services SPECIFICATIONS AND DATA FOR SUBURBAN STORAGE HOT WATER HEATER SW4DEA SW6DEA 1 Specifications Capacity 15 1 Liters 22 6 Liters Maximum Working Pressure 850 kPa 850 kPa Hourly Gas Consumption 0 5 MJ per Hour 10 5 MJ per Hcur Test Poinl Pressure 2 63 kPa 2 63 kPa Jet Orifice Size 89mm 89mm Type of Gas Propane Propane Recovery 40 L hr 45 rise 40 Uhr 45 C nse Electrical a For Automatic Gas Ignitor 12 Voll DC 12 Volt DC b For Models with 240 Volt Heating Element 240 Volt 50 HZAC 240 Volt 50 HZ A C 1440 Walts 6 Amp 1440 Watts 6 Amp 2 Width 320mm 320mm Height 320mm 320mm Depth 450mm 500mm 3 Location of hot water inlet s 70mm from top dead center Location of cold water inlet is 55mm from bottom dead center Location of flue outlet is 95mm from RH top edge of unit Location of gas inlet connection point is 40mm in from the left hand edge of the control housing 4 Size of inlet 10mm DO NOT place articles on or against this appliance DO NOT use or store flammable materials near this appliance SW4DA 15 1 Liters 1050 kPa 10 5 MJ per Hour 263kPa 89 mm Propane 40 L hr 45 C rise 12 Volt D C 320mm 320mm 450mm SWEDA 22 6 Liters 1050 kPa 10 5 MJ per
10. T 171581 26 Burner Assembly with orifice 010844 27 Air Shutter Assembly Main Burner 010857 28 Electric Element with Gasket Only for SW4DEA SW6DEA 520831 29 Anode 232767 31 Grommet 4 071246 32 Bush ng Snap 12 Only for SW4DEA SW6DEA 070270 33 Switch Electric Element with pin Only for SW4DEA SW6DEA 232668 33A Gasket Swilch Only for SW4DEA DERN 071016 34 Gas Fitting 170374 35 Bracket Valve Mounting n 063243 36 Valve Gas LP res 161164 37 Manifold Outlet P i 171420 38 Screw 10 x 1 4 4 Required A 121577 39 Screw 8 32 3 8 F 2 Required e 121934 41 Switch Assembly 12 VD C T StaUHi Limit All Models 232319 42 Switch Assembly 220 V T StaUHi Limit Only for SWA4DEA SW6DEA 232317 44 Cover Junction Box Only for SW4DEA SW6DEA n 090576 45 Grommet Gas Inlet M 4 070989 46 Bushing Snap 7 8 Only for SWADEA SW6DEA nee ee 230218 47 A C Junction Box Assembly Only for SW4DEA SW6DEA sg 090575 48 Nul 10 24 Keps Green 121576 49 Bushing Snap 7 8 Only for SW4DEA SWEDEA 230218 50 Foam Jacket SW6DEA SW6DA s 520868 Foam Jacket SW4DEA SW4DA 520867 51 Switch Lamp and Assembly e 232795 52 Screw 8mm 4 0 x 1 2 Hex Washer Head 2 Required a 121943 53 Burner Bracket 063444 55 1 4 Loxit Nut Manifold to Burner 0002 121463 56 1 4 Loxit Nut
11. ank may result in damage to the tank and or controls This type of damage is not covered by the limited warranty WARNING Hydrogen gas may result if you have not used this heater for two weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE To reduce the risk of injury under these conditions open the hot water faucet for several minutes at the kitchen sink before you use any electrical appliance connected to the hot water system If hydrogen is present you probably will hear an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe as the water begins to flow Hydrogen gas may be present eyen after water has been drained from the tank Open faucet at sink and allow system to vent for several minutes 5 10 minutes Do not smoke or have any open flame near the open faucet Do not attempt to light pilot or main burner On DSI models be sure the switch is OFF Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off shut off the manual gas valve to the appliance before shutting off the electrical supply Do not use this appliance if any part has been submerged under water Immediately call an authorised service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control that has been submerged under water Do not alter the operation of your water heater nor change the design construction of your water heater Accessories are being marketed for RV products which
12. as shown in Figure 1 Maintain inside dimensions listed below Do not install on carpet unless the carpet is covered by a metal shield al least 50mm greater than the width of the water heater INSTALLATION USING HINGED DOOR See Figure 2 for models SW4DEA SW6DEA See Figure 2A for models SW4DA SWEDA Position heater into framed opening as illustrated On mesa or yoder type sidewalls flatten the wail area around the opening Caulk around framed opening trailer skin as illustrated mp gt Lay a bead of silicone caulking or suitable caulking around the inner edge cf the INNER COACH WALL OUTER COACH WALL 1 FRAMING FLOORING 325 0 25 3MM C Figure 1 control housing vor tettem and sides See celal A in illustration This will seal frame to conircl housing E Agcy a beac of silicone caulking cr suitable caulking around back side of dcor frame See detail n illustration This will seai frame to coach skin F Fit the frame into control housing over the caulking already applied and pull frame tght to control housing using the three 3 No 8 15 x 3 1 2 screws provided G Pusr water heater into framed opening until back sice of door frame now attachec to control housing is against the Side of the coach anc firmly attach with screws around ine perimeter of the frame NOTE The two 2 holes in bottom of frame identified as A in Figure 2 are alse used to mount door hinge t
13. ast RV Services authorized service center Coast to Coast RV Services will not bear costs involving traveling time from their service agents Service agents can perform warranty repairs on site but all traveling time will be paid by owner of Vehicle or Caravan COAST TO COAST RV SERVICES WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR Normal maintenance as outlined in the installation and operation instructions owner s manual including cleaning of the component parts and cleaning or replacement of the burner orifice Any water damage arising directly or indirectly from any defect in the water heater or component parts or from its use Initial check outs and subsequent check outs which indicates the water heater is operating properly or diagnosis without repair Damage or repairs required as a consequence of faulty or incorrect installation or application not in conformance with Coast to Coast RV Services instructions Failure to start of operate due to loose or disconnected wire water or dirt in controls fuel lines and gas tanks improper gas pressure or low voltage Cleaning adjustment of components electrode burner tube pilot and thermocouple Costs incurred in gaining access to the water heater Parts or accessories not supplied by Coast to Coast RV Services Freight charges incurred from parts replacement Damage or repairs as a consequence of any misapplication abuse unreasonable use unauthorized alteration improper service improper operation or failur
14. d water line lo relieve the pressure caused by thermal expansion Fittings are provided in the pressure relief valve for piping the water away A hole for the discharge pipe must be drilled in the bottom of the control housing and the piping passed through the hole The hole through which the piping passes must be sealed water tight The discharge pipe must not be reduced in size along its length The length and number of bends should be kept to a minimum anc should be supported in a manne to reduce the risk of crushing or blockage Please contact your loca dealer for assistance DRAINING AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS If unit is to be stored during the winter months the heater must be drained to prevent damage in the case of freezing temperatures Turn off gas supply lo the water heater Turn off pressure pump on the water system Open both hot and cold water laps Open the drain on the waler heater Remove anode rod Follow RV manufacturer s instructions for draining of the entire water system NOTE Be certain to refill water heater with water before re lighting the appliance ODOR FROM HOT WATER SYSTEM Odor from the hot water system is not a service problem and many waler supplies contain sufficient amounts of sulphur to produce an odor The odor is similar to rotten eggs and is often referred to as sulphur water It is not harmful only unpleasant to smell Sulphur water can be caused by a chemical action or by bacte
15. e 2A Models SW4DA and SW6DA CONTROL HOUSING ILLUSTRATED SHCWING INSIDE OF HOUSING GROMMET GAS INLET GAS VALVE CAULK AND SEAL GRGMMET INCLUDING SLIT AND TUBING ALL AROUND AIR TIGHT Figure3 Figure 4 MAKING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 12 VOLTS D C For All Models A Reie to Figure 2 fer Iccaticn of D junction bc B Tre electrical connecter must be mace tc conform wir Ihe Iccal author Jurisdiction or in the absence of such requiremert with the iates Australian e ccce the 12 veil D C electrical connections feiicwing e wiring diagram illust ated in Figure 8 We recommerc insulated terminais be used on ail electr cai connections IVDC ONU AT TIRE QS SUPPLIED GI TUE D E DISCONNEZT POWER SUPPL SERVICING THERMOSTAT AND HLLIMIT UNDER ASSESS COV CAUTION NOT HI FOT CIELECTIC HIGH VOLTAGE TESTI THIS UNIT AFTER INSTALLATION TO DO SC MAY CAUSE COMPONEN DAMAGE ANC VOIDS WARRANTY OF WATER WEATER EE Figure 5 MAKING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 240 VOLTS A C For Models SW4DEA and SW6DEA only A Refer to Figure 2 for location of A Junction box B The electrical connection must be made to conform with the local authority having Jurisdiction or in the absence of such requirement with the latest Austraiian electrical cede All electrical work to be conducted by a licensed electrician Check rating plate and win
16. e person 1 Switch turned off 2 Gas supply to heater is empty or turned off 3 Reset bulton on ECO is tripped OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR UNITS WITH ELECTRIC ELEMENT E ecinc water heaters are designed to operate with minimum amount o service problems however proper operaticn and care is essential By far the mest common trouble with electric water heaters results from er era ult ui gas Su g2 ihe eiectrc nealing clement iui the switcn ic ON manually removing safety interlock pin inserted ir the s kncb Set the switch to the ON Position and pin Reverse the procedure te disconnect e ectric heating element The switch is located behind the water heater door in the lower left corner cf the contro housing The water temperature will be regulated by the thermostat This procedure is necessary so as to prevent 240 V element and gas heating from operating simultaneously TO TURN OFF WATER HEATER 1 Turn switch to OFF position 2 Turn off electrical power to the appliance 3 Turn off gas supply 4 If vehicle is to be stored or heater is going to be turned off while subject to freezirg temperature drain water heater See Draining and Storage Instructions TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE This can be used as a guide that will enable you to solve most of the problems that the customer could have with the heater Sooting Will Not Not Water To Possible Cause
17. e to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance Coast to Coast RV Services products whose serial number has been altered defaced or removed Damage as a result of floods winds lightning accidents corrosive atmosphere or other conditions beyond the control of Coast to Coast RV Services Any special indirect or consequential property economic or commercial damage of any nature whatsoever Some states do not allow the exclusion of accidental or consequential damages so the above limitalion may not apply to you NO REPRESENTATIVE DEALER OR OTHER PERSON IS AUTHORIZED TO ASSUME FOR COAST TO COAST RV SERVICES ANY ADDITIONAL DIFFERENT OR OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF THIS COAST TO COAST RV SERVICES PRODUCT This warranty gives you specific legal rights You may also have additional rights which vary from state to state IF YOU HAVE A PRODUCT PROBLEM First If your RV has its original water heater and is still under the RV manufacturer s warranty Follow the steps described in the RV owner s manual Second Contact Coast to Coast RV Services Pty Ltd 44 Adderley Street East Silverwater 2128 NSW Australia Phone 02 9647 1164 Fax 02 9748 8424 Part Number 204646 10 28 08
18. eater with the door open FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING cause personal injury property damage or loss of life WARNING If the user of this appliance fails to maintain it in the condition in which it was shipped from the factory or if the appliance is not used solely for its intended Purpose or if appliance is not maintained in accordance with the instructions in this manual then the risk of a fire and or the production of carbon monoxide exists which can OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 STOP Read the safety information provided 2 Turn off all electric power to the appliance 3 Turn OFF gas supply 4 Wait five minutes for gas to clear the area If smell gas tren STOP Folicw instructions in item B of the safety information If ycu don t smell gas go to next step 5 Turn ON gas supply 6 Turn cn 12 voll electrical power to tre appliance 7 Turn switch to ON position If the burner dees attempt two more tres tor gn tior betere ICCRCU NOTE Each ignition cycle will have a 15 second purge befcre spark cycle if system s a three try system 8 If lockout occurs before main burner lights turn switch to OFF wait five seconds and turn switch to ON position This will restart the ignition cycle The first start up of the heater may require several ignition cycles before all air is Purged from the gas lines If the burner will not come on the following items should be checked before calling servic
19. eze can be very corrosive to the anode rod ating premature failure and heavy sediment in the tank If the plumbing system is ul equipped wilh a bypass kit and you intend to winterize by adding antifreeze to the System remove the anode rod storing it for the winter and replace it with 19mm drain plug HIGH ALTITUDE DERATION Suburban s water heaters are Certified by nationally recognized testing laboratones for operation without modifications at altitudes up to 4 500 feet Operation above tnis elevation may require derating by 4 percent for every 1 000 feel above sea level As an example at 8 000 feet the water heater should be deraled approximately 32 percent If tne unit s not properly aerated lack of sufficient oxygen for combustion may produce improper burner operation Pilot outage caused by burner lift off or sooting from yellow burner may occur indicating the possibility of carbon monoxide You may also nctice a lack of efficiency in heating the water because of incomplete combustion c the turner at these higher altitudes Consult with the local gas company your dealer an RV service agency or Suburban Manufacturing Company for proper derating of the unit Change out of the orifice iderating should be done by the dealer or an authorised service agency NOTE It s mocrant that cnce the unit has returned to lower elevation below 4 500 tice derrer ana pilot adjustment ff equipped he reversed fer proper creation of The
20. filling vehicle water tank lo allow air pockets to be forced out of the water heater When water flows from the heater faucets close both faucets WARNING Do not store or use combustible materials or liquids near or adjacent to this heater The appliance shall not be installed in any location where flammable liquids or vapors are likely to be present Be sure the power is OFF to the water heater ignition system during any type of refueling and while vehicle is in motion or being towed WARNING The thermostat on your water heater is not adjustable It is a temperature sensing limit designed to maintain a temperature of 60 to comply with AS NZS 3500 Part 4 2 Water temperatures over 60 can cause severe burns instantly or death from scalds therefore be careful when using hot water Children disabled and elderly are at highest risk of being scalded Always feel water before bathing or showering Children or infirm persons must not adjust light or operate any electrical or gas controls on this unit THERMOSTAT AND MANUAL RESET The model water heaters listed above are equipped with high temperature limit as cut off device Temperature above 82 C will cause manual reset button to trip shutting Gown main burner To activate burner the waler lemperature must be below 37 C Push reset button to re activate burner THERMOSTAT AND MANUAL RESET The model water heaters listed above are
21. heater s Pressure and Temperature amp Tj Relief Valve when your water heater is operating Water weeping or dripping frem the P amp T Valve does not always mean the P amp T Valve is defective As water is heated it expands The water system in a recreational vehicle is a closed system and does not allow for the expansion of heated water When the pressure of the water system exceeds the relieving point of the P amp T Valve the valve Il reiieve the excess pressure Suburban recommends that check valve not be alled directly at the inlet to the water heater tank This will increase weeping of the essure relief valve One way tc reduce the frequency of this occurrence is to maintain an air pocket al the top of the water heater tank This air pocket will form in the tank by design However t will be recuced over time by the everyday use of your water heater To replenish this ar pocket 2 Turn off cola water supply line 3 Open a tap in the RV 4 Pull out on the handle of the Pressure Relief P amp Tj Valve anc allow water to flow from the valve until it stops 5 Release handle on P amp T Valve t should snap closed 6 Close tap ang turn on cola water supply as the tank fills the air pocket will develop Repeat this procedure as often as needed to reduce the frequency of the weeping of the P amp T Valve If the weeping persists after following this procedure you may elect to install an expansion or accumulator tank in the col
22. if the appliance is not used solely for its intended purpose or if appliance is not maintained in accordance with the instructions in this manual then the risk of a fire and or the production of carbon monoxide exists which can cause personal injury property damage or loss of life WARNING For your safety all repairs should be performed by an authorised service person A Burner Adjustment All ar shutters are pre set at the factory to obtain a blue or orange blue If necessary to adjust your air shutter be sure to keep this color and do rot allow the burner tc burn yellow or scoting will occur Gesten WEL DENNES P Au io A p gl cases where sooting has occurred here 1s a possibility that this condition may be corrected by making the correct air shutter adjustment If the burner flame continues to burn yellow after air shutter has been adjusted check for an obstruction in the burner cr flue box Also check to be sure there is no flame present at burner orifice or burner whenever main gas valve is closed This can be checked by turning the OFF ON switch to the OFF position A stiff brush is recommended for the removal of soot depesits B Frequent checks should be made of the grommet on the gas inlet to assure tight seal See Making Gas Connections C Periodically check wiring and wire connection to be sure wiring 15 not damaged frayed and that all terminals and connections are tight
23. ng diagram Figure 5A before proceeding Install a fused ifety switch or circuit breaker of adequate capacity between heater and electrical power source Altach the active and neutral wires from the fused switch or breaker to corresponding terminals in heater junction box An earth wire from a well grounded Source must be attached to the earth terminal in the junction box CAUTION Before applying the 240 VAC power to the water heater junction box be sure the switch for electric element is in the OFF position 240 V AC ONLY DISCONNECT POWER SUPPLY BEFORE REMOVING COVER SUBURBAN MANUFACTURING COMPANY DAYTON TENNESSEE CODE COLUR 240 VAC SINGLE PHASE 1440 WATT ELEMENT 50 CYCLE BK BLACK TDTAL CDNNECTED WATTS 1440 AMPS 6 WORKING PRESSURE 850 KPA GREEN HI D LIMIT TSTAT o Argk SWITCH 89 f BK 01 8 e GRINDING screw ELECTRIC No ELEMENT IF ANY OF THE ORIGINAL WIRE AS SUPPLIED WITH THE HEATER MUST BE REPLACED IT MUST BE REPLACED WITH 14GA 105 C WIRE OR ITS EQUIVALENT INDOOR USE ONLY APP NO 000145 Figure 5 WARNING Before the switch for the electric element is turned to the ON position the water heater tank must be filled with water WARNINGS See SAFETY MAINTENANCE WARNING If the user of this appliance fails to maintain it in the condition in which it was shipped from the factory or
24. o the frame H Install chocs one cn each side of water heater as illustrated in Figure 1A E ine ateh protrudes througn the siot in Ine coor Turn laten 9 cegrees to fasten door Be sure the extension on the flue protrudes throug the dcor minimum of 15 mm The mocuie board on SWGDEAand SW6DA is not secured to the water neater It is tc be permanently mounted by the installer The module board must be mounted to where it is accessible for service yel out of way of children It should be located in a place where it cannot be subjected to moisture cleaning chemicals flammable vapors and liquids etc The board and all wiring to the board must be protected in order lo prevent damages and accidental contact with these parts The module board may be mounted with two 2 6 x 5 8 screws or other suitable hardware 8 MAKING WATER CONNECTIONS WARNING A tempering valve or other r device must be installed between the oullet of the hot water service and any Connect water lines to rear of unit Plastic fittings must be used in rear of hot and cold water connections DO NOT use or glue metal fittings This will void warranty NOTE Inside each fitting is a plastic fill tube installed by manufacturer Its purpose is to enhance water circulation DO NOT REMOVE THE PLASTIC FILL TUBES Fill tank with water Always open both the cold and hot water taps when filling vehicle water tank to allow air pockets lo be forced oul
25. r any overhang It must be free and clear of any type overhang This appliance shall be installed oniy by authorised persons and in accordance with the manufacturers installation instructions local gas fitting regulations electrical wiring regulations local water supply regulations as 5601 2004 gas installations and any other statutory regulations 1 The appliance shall be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of the system 2 The appliance and its gas connections shall be leak tested before placing the appliance in operation 3 All au for combustion must be supplied from outside the structure Au for combustion must not be supplied from occupied spaces 4 This unit is a balance flue heater 5 Discharge pipe must be mounted at the pressure valve and installec through floor line of caravan or motor home and must be left open to free air so as water can escape if required and is to be installed in continuously downward direction and in a rost free environment 6 Amains pressure reducing valve must be installed in the incoming water line with a rating of 350 kPa 50 psi Please Note Warranty will be void if pressure reducing valve is not installed INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Keep the heater and flueway at least 25mm clear of anything that is combustible like walls cupboards and timber Provide an opening flush with floor in outer wall of coach as shown Wall of coach should be framed
26. ria The solution lo eliminate is chlorination of the water system Add about six 6 ounces of chlorinated common household liquid bleach to each 10 gallons in the water tank Then run the chlorinaled water throughout the system opening each faucet one al a time until you smell the chlorine Let the RV sil for a few days and the chlorine should take care of the problem Then you will need to lake care of the chlorine Remove the chlorine by flushing the system with fresh waler This may lake several attempts You may consider adding a fillering system that removes chlorine and prevents sulphur water If the sulphur or rotten egg smell conlinues flush the system once again as described above and replace anode rod as necessary REMOVING WATER HEATER 1 Shul off gas supply and disconnect gas supply line from waler heater 2 Shul off water supply Drain water from tank following instructions under Draining and Storage 3 Disconnect hot and cold water lines from water heater 4 Remove screws or nails securing control housing to framed opening 5 Slide heater oul To reinstall follow instructions in manual under Installation Instructions WINTERIZING If your water healer plumbing system is equipped with a bypass kil use it to close off the water healer drain the waler heater completely and leave the water heater closed off oul of the system in the bypass position particularly d you are introducing ifreeze into the plumbing system Antifre
27. uburban accessory part such as an add on electric heating element Items such as these are not approved to be installed in Suburban products They could create an unsafe condition and will also void all warranties Figure 8 PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE The temperature and pressure relief valve is designed lo open if the temperature of the water within the heater reaches 98 9 degrees Celsius or if Ihe waler pressure in the heater reaches 850 kPa Recreational vehicle water systems are closed systems and during the water heating cycle the pressure build up in the water system will reach 850 kPa When this pressure is reached the pressure relief valve will open water will drip from the valve This dripping will continue until the pressure is reduced lo below 850 kPa Once Ihe pressure reading has dropped below 850 kPa the valve will close This condition is normal and does not indicate a defective relief valve pene Do not plug cap or reduce the outlet pressure and temperature valve The pressure relief device is tc be operated regularly to remove lime deposits and to verify that it s blocked DANGER Failure to operate the relief valve easing gear at least once every six months may result in the water heater exploding Continuous leakage of water from the valve may indicate a problem with the water heater WATER WEEPING OR DRIPPING FROM PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE You may experience water weeping or dripping from your water
28. unit OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING If you do not follow these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life WARNING Before operating water heater be sure tank is filled with water See Safety Warnings A This appliance does not have a plot It is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner Do not try to light the burner by hand B BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electric switch H Do not use any phone in your building immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbors phone Follow the gas Supplier s instructions H If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department C This is an automatic gas valve no adjustments are necessary Do not atlempt to repair the gas valve This may result in a fire or explosion D Do use this appliance if any part has been under waler Immediately call an authorised service technician to inspect the appliance and lo replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water E Before operating water heater check the localion of the vent to make sure it will not be blocked by the opening of any door on the trailer If it can be blocked do not operate the water h
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