PVI Industries PV500-26 User Manual

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 Boiler Water Heater  

 

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Inspect the unit completely upon receipt from the freight carrier before signing the bill of lading. Inspect the 
appliance and all accompanying parts for signs of impact or mishandling. Verify the total number of pieces 
shown on packing slips with those actually received. Contact the freight carrier immediately if any damage 
or shortage is detected. 

Factory warranty does not cover improper installation or operation. (See warranty for complete details). 
Warranty exclusions include but are not limited to failure or malfunctions resulting from: 
 

1.  Failures to properly apply, install, operate, or maintain the appliance in accordance to printed 

instructions. 

2.  Abuse, alteration, accident, fire, flood and the like. 
3.  Sediment or lime buildup, freezing or any other conditions causing inadequate circulation.  
4.  Corrosive or contaminated atmosphere. 

1.  Locate the unit in a clean and dry area as close as possible to the greatest hot water usage and as 

near to boiler water and/or electrical power as practical. 

2.  Install the unit on a firm, level foundation. 
3.  Locate the foundation on a pitched floor near a suitable drain, or make other provisions to prevent 

contact to areas of the building subject to water damage should the boiler or a water connection leak. 

4.  The drain must be sufficient to contain water in excess of 210°F. 

The equipment shall be installed in accordance with the instructions in this manual, appliance markings and 
supplemental instructions and in compliance with those installation regulations in force in the local area 
where the installation is to be made. These shall be carefully followed in all cases. Authorities having 
jurisdiction shall be consulted before installation is made. All appliances conform to the latest edition of the 
ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section IV, Part HLW.  

The heater is wired for 120VAC/1ph/60Hz volts and must be electrically grounded in accordance with local 
codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the latest edition of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA. 
When unit is installed in Canada, it must conform to the CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), Part 
1 and/or local electrical codes. 
 

1.  Branch circuit protection and disconnecting means must be furnished by the installer. Refer to the 

wiring diagram provided with this unit when installing or troubleshooting the electrical components of 
this heater. 

2.  All wiring must be in accordance with all local, state, or federal codes 
3.  Provide proper overload protection for the system’s circulating pump.