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Step 1
Pre-Plan & Assembly
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Assemble the heater and pump to the base using the instructions provided
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Locate the heater in an accessible area adjacent to and at the same approximate eleva-
tion as the floor of the baptismal pool. The heater must be located within 5’ of the pool.
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The final installation must be such that no person can touch water and any source of electri-
cal power at the same time.
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The final installation must be indoors with a minimum of 6” from any combustible materials
including the combustible materials in the floor.
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Allow for adequate clearance for servicing the heater and any options installed.
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Locate the system where, if any connections were to leak or rupture, water damage will not
occur. Under no circumstances will FSI nor any of its vendors or agents be
responsible for any water damage.
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Minimum piping to be used is 1 1/2” I.D. schedule 40, PVC water pipe on all inlet and
outlet connections.
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Electrical service required for the H-5 is 40amp, 240v. For the H-11 a 60 amp, 240 volt is
needed.
1.
With the heater in a location as described above mark a centerline of the suction fitting on
the side wall of the pool. The mark should be 3” to 4” above the floor of the pool. DO NOT
DRILL THE HOLE! Next mark the location of the return fitting. The return fitting should be in-
stalled above the suction fitting and at least 6” below the top of the pool. During usage,
the return fitting must be 3” below the water line to prevent excessive turbulence.
2.
At this time, consider any optional items ( UV Sanitizer, filter, skimmer, etc.) that may be in-
cluded in the final installation. Review the installation recommendations for those items as
well as their location to assure a proper installation.
3.
With the heater in its final position, in line and level with the suction fitting location, deter-
mine the exact position of the heater by preassembling the plumbing headers and circuits
as shown in
Figure 1, Page 7. Be sure to align the fittings and support the heater in such a
way that the plumbing is not put into tension with the baptistry wall. Such tension can cause
unnecessary leaks and noise due to vibration.
4.
After all parts have been preassembled and aligned with hole locations, using a 2 3/4” hole
saw, drill the fiberglass and install the Suction and Return fittings. Follow the instructions sup-
plied with the fittings including using silicone on the fitting flanges to create a watertight
seal. Position the heater and glue the required joints.
5.
When all glued parts are dry, re-assemble, making sure all o-rings and gaskets are in place
on all union connections. Union connections should only be hand tight. Over tightening
these connections can cause them to crack and leak and are not covered by warranty. If
the union connection doesn’t feel tight, check the gasket for debris and /or replace the
gasket.
