Rheem HE80-130LP - Manual (Page 13)

FAILURE TO OPERATE
Should the burner fail to light, the control will perform two
more ignition trials prior to entering a lockout state (flash-
ing “LOC”). Note that each subsequent ignition trial will
not occur immediately. After a failed ignition trial, the
blower must run for approximately 10 seconds to purge
the system, then the ignitor element must complete a 30
second warm-up period. Therefore, a time period of
approximately 40 to 90 seconds will expire between each
ignition trial. If the burner lights during any one of these
three ignition trials, normal operation will resume. If the
burner lights, but goes off in about 4 seconds, check the
polarity of the wiring. See electrical on page 6. If the
burner does not light after the third ignition trial, the
control will enter a lockout state. This lockout state
indicates that a problem exists with either the appli-
ance, the controls, or the gas supply. Under such cir-
cumstances, a qualified service technician should be
contacted immediately to properly service the appliance
and correct the problem. If a technician is not available,
depressing the red button once will remove the lockout
state so additional trials for ignition can be performed.
Any time flashing double zero’s are shown, you must
look for an LED out, or flashing. The LED that is out
or flashing will assist you in diagnosing lock out con-
dition.
FUEL CONVERSIONS
This product may be converted from L.P. gas (propane)
to Natural gas or from Natural gas to L.P. gas (propane).
For information and requirements about this procedure
call the Technical Service Department at 1-800-432-
8373.
Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut
off, turn off the manual gas control valve to the appliance.
DO NOT use this appliance if any part has been under
water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to
inspect the appliance and to replace the water heater if
the control system or any gas control which has been
under water.
CORROSIVE ATMOSPHERES
The heater should not be installed near an air supply con-
taining halogenated hydrocarbons. For example, the air
in beauty salons, dry cleaning establishments, photo pro-
cessing labs, and storage areas for liquid and powdered
bleaches or swimming pool chemicals often contain
hydrocarbons. The air there may be safe to breathe, but
when it passes through a gas flame, corrosive elements
are released that will shorten the life of any gas burning
appliance. Propellants from common spray cans or gas
leaks from refrigeration equipment are highly corrosive
after passing through a flame. The limited warranty is
voided when failure of water heater is due to a corrosive
atmosphere. (Reference is made to the limited warranty
for complete terms and conditions.)
CONDENSATE
This is a condensing high efficiency appliance, therefore
this unit has a condensate removal system. Condensate
is nothing more than water vapor, derived from the com-
bustion products, similar to an automobile when it is ini-
tially started. This condensate does have a low pH and
should be treated with a condensate filter. This filter con-
tains either lime crystals or marble crystals, which will
neutralize the condensate. The outlet of the filter is sized
for 5/8" ID (inside diameter) plastic tubing. It is very
important that the condensate line is sloped away from
and down to a suitable inside drain. If the condensate
outlet on the AdvantagePlus is lower than the drain, you
must use a condensate removal pump. It is also very
important that the condensate line is not exposed to
freezing temperatures, or any other type of blockage.
Plastic tubing should be the only material used for the
condensate line. Steel, brass, copper, or other metals will
be subject to corrosion and deterioration. A second vent
may be necessary to prevent condensate line vacuum
lock if a long horizontal run is used. Also an increase to
1" tubing may be necessary.
NOTE: Always check local codes for proper
evacuation of condensate.
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INSTALLATION OF A CONDENSATE NEUTRALIZER AND PUMP (Not Supplied)
CONDENSATE LINE CONDENSATE LINE WITH PUMP
TO DRAIN
TO DRAIN
FROM ADVANTAGE PLUS FROM ADVANTAGE PLUS
CONDENSATE LINE MUST BE PITCHED AT LEAST 1/4" PER FOOT TO PROPERLY DRAIN.
IF THIS CANNOT BE DONE OR A VERY LONG LENGTH OF CONDENSATE HOSE IS USED
YOU MUST INCREASE THE CONDENSATE HOSE TO A MINIMUM OF 1" I.D. AND PLACE A
TEE IN THE LINE AFTER THE CONDENSATE NEUTRALIZER TO PROPERLY REDUCE
VACUUM LOCK IN THE DRAIN LINE. CONTACT YOUR LOCAL WHOLESALE PLUMBING SUPPLY
STORE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON CONDENSATE
NEUTRALIZERS AND PUMPS
WARNING !
WARNING !