Pentair Hot Tub Hot Tub User Manual


 
Rev. E 11-5-07 P/N 472128
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MiniMax
®
CH
Pool and Spa Heaters
Congratulations on your purchase of a MiniMax
®
CH high performance heating system. Proper installation
and service of your new heating system and correct chemical maintenance of the water will ensure years of
enjoyment. The MiniMax
®
CH is a compact, lightweight and efficient gas fired high performance pool and spa
heater that can be directly connected to schedule 40 PVC pipe and has a built-in top. The MiniMax
®
CH is a
millivolt heater and has a self sustaining pilot and requires NO external power source.
IMPORTANT NOTICES
...For the installer and operator of the MiniMax
®
CH pool and spa heater. The manufacturer’s warranty may be
void if, for any reason, the heater is improperly installed and/or operated. Be sure to follow the instructions set
forth in this manual. If you need any more information, or if you have any questions regarding to this pool
heater, please contact Pentair Water Pool and Spa, Inc. at (800) 831-7133.
These heaters are designed for the heating of chlorine, bromine or salt system swimming pools and spas
or in non-stationary installations, and should never be employed for use as space heating boilers or
general purpose water heaters. The manufacturer’s warranty may be void if, for any reason, the heater
is improperly installed and/or operated. Be sure to follow the instructions set forth in this manual.
CAUTION
OPERATING THIS HEATER CONTINUOUSLY AT WATER TEMPERATURE BELOW 68° F. WILL CAUSE
HARMFUL CONDENSATION AND WILL DAMAGE THE HEATER AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
Do not use the heater to protect pools or spas from freezing if the final maintenance temperature desired is
below 68° F. as this will cause condensation related problems.
CODE REQUIREMENTS
The installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the latest
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, and the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70.
Installation in Canada to be made in accordance with the latest CAN/CGA-B149.1 or .2 and
CSA C22.1 Canadian Electric Code, part 1.
Introduction