Rheem Above Ground Heaters 156 Installation Manual

INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSCATALOG NO. 6100.62C Effective: 01-15-15 Replaces: 12-18-13 P/N 241519 Rev. 4WARNING: If the informatio

10Installation CodesInstallations must be in accordance with local, state,provincial, and national codes, laws, regulations andordinances. I

11Fig. 3: Overall DimensionsHeater with Outdoor Stackless TopHeaters must not be installed under an overhang ofless than 3 ft (0.9m) from the

12The outdoor stack serves the same function as the lowprofile stackless top and should be installed in accor-dance with the same clearance requireme

134 ft (1.2m)4 ft (1.2m)1 ft (0.3m)10 ft (3m)4 ft (1.2m)3 ft (0.9m)Fig. 5: Outdoor Installation Clearances2’ (0.6m)MIN10’ (3m)OR LESS2’ (0.6m)MIN5’ (1

14Fig. 7: Gas Line Sediment TrapNOTE: Do not use Teflon tape on gas line pipethread. A flexible pipe sealant suitable for LP gasesis recommend

15Pipe Sizing for Gas ConnectionsWater ConnectionsThe heater requires water flow and positive pressureto fire and operate properly. It must the

16If there is any possibility of back-siphoning when thepump stops, it is recommended that a check valve (orvalves) also be installed in the system

17Installation Instructions—240 Volt1. Disconnect the 120V power cord from powersource.2. Remove knurled screw from the lower front panel.3. Re

18Control Adjustments—DigitalThe pool heater (chauffe-piscine) touchpad, locatedon the upper front panel of the heater, allows the userto select

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2Rev. 4 reflects the following:Changes to: “Program Button” on page 20, “Illustrated Parts List” on page 35-38.Additions: NoneDeletions: None

20Service Menu and Fault HistoryTo access the Service Menu and fault history, pressthe MENU/SET and UP buttons simultaneously for 3 to5 secon

21Resets board to factory defaultsettings.Resets faults in the History File.Change from Fahrenheit toCelsius.SPA setpoint maximum adjustment.POOL

22STATUS AND DIAGNOSTICSThe digital thermostat models are programmed to display a variety of status and diagnostic messages, depend-ing on the operati

23REMOTE CONTROL INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONCAUTION: Before installing remote controls to the AFT thermostat model heaters, read the following:The digi

24REMOTE CONTROL WIRINGImportant Installation Notes for Remote or External Wiring Configuration• Remote wiring must be run in a separate conduit.• Rem

25Wiring DiagramsFig. 19: Wiring Diagram—Analog ModelsFig. 20: Wiring Diagram—Digital Models

26Post Start-Up InspectionDo not use this heater if any part has been underwater. Immediately call a qualified service technicianto ins

271. Turn off gas valve, manual gas valve, and electri-cal supply to the heater.2. Open the drain plug located on the In/Out header,under the water

283. Turn pump off and on several times. Heater shouldshut off immediately. If it does not, repeat theabove steps.Two-Speed PumpsIn some ca

29Fig. 26: Burner Tray AssemblyBurner Tray RemovalShut off main electrical power switch to heater.1Shut off gas upstream of heater.2Remove fron

WARNINGS 4Pay Attention to These Terms 4WATER CHEMISTRY 5Automatic Chlorinators & Chemical Feeders 5SAFETY 6Water Temperature Safety 6INTRODUCTIO

30Pilot Removal & Cleaning Remove burner tray from heater1Disconnect tubing from gas valve.2Remove (2) screws holding pilot bracket in place.3see

31Heat Exchanger Removal1. Shut water, gas and electricity off, close valvesand relieve pressure, then remove relief valve.Remove side i

32TROUBLESHOOTINGMechanicalPROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTIONHarmonics, or whining noise U.G. inoperative... Check movement by put

33 Power OnIs the water temperature displayed?NOYESPush MODE switch to select "Pool" or "Spa"Push Temparrow to scroll todesired

34STARTTurn knob to a desiredtemperature zone.Turn switch on.NOAfter six (6) seconds,does the pilot spark?YESIs the pilot lit?NONOYESYESDo the burners

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38CALLOUT DESCRIPTION 106A 156AM MISCELLANEOUS COMPONENTS1-M Pressure Switch 1.75 PSI 006737F 006737FPressure Switch 11 PSI Special-See Adj in Service

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DANGER: Indicates the presence of immediate hazards which will cause severepersonal injury, death or substantial property damage if ignored.W

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5WATER CHEMISTRYChemical imbalance can cause severe damage toyour heater and associated equipment. Maintain yourwater chemistry according to

6SpaReturn to SpaFig. 1: Spa/Chlorinator SetupSAFETYThis appliance is to be installed and operated bytrained personnel in accordance with

7WARNING: Use of any parts not manufacturedand/or approved by the manufacturer may causenon-warrantable damage.Ambient Temperature Rating o

8CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of Californiato cause cancer, birth defects or other reproducti

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