Brochure
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Feature Sheet Residential Water Heaters | Marathon Thermal Storage Tanks PERF RMANCE FOR LIFE Marathon® Thermal Storage Tanks: Designed for solar, geothermal and indirect heating • Guaranteed not to leak for as long as you own your home • Thermostatically controlled backup elements • Easy installation with 2 or 3 port configurations WIaNtTeErG|RRAeTsEiDdeHnOtiMaEl ECleOcMtFriOcR|TMarathon Thermal Storage Tanks
Feature Sheet Residential Water Heaters | Marathon Thermal Storage Tanks PERF RMANCE FOR LIFE Marathon® Thermal Storage Tanks: Designed for solar, geothermal and indirect heating • Guaranteed not to leak for as long as you own your home • Thermostatically controlled backup elements • Easy installation with 2 or 3 port configurations WIaNtTeErG|RRAeTsEiDdeHnOtiMaEl ECleOcMtFriOcR|TMarathon Thermal Storage Tanks
Brochure
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... located at front of storage tank for convenient access • Full port, full flow brass drain valve for fast draining • Factory installed temperature and pressure relief valve and vacuum relief valve Additional Features • Thermally fused element provides protection against "dry-firing" • Bowl shaped bottom allows for complete sediment removal • Recessed drain valve is out of the way of brooms and scrubbers Warranty • Lifetime tank and 6-year parts limited warranty See Residential Warranty...
... located at front of storage tank for convenient access • Full port, full flow brass drain valve for fast draining • Factory installed temperature and pressure relief valve and vacuum relief valve Additional Features • Thermally fused element provides protection against "dry-firing" • Bowl shaped bottom allows for complete sediment removal • Recessed drain valve is out of the way of brooms and scrubbers Warranty • Lifetime tank and 6-year parts limited warranty See Residential Warranty...
Specifications
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.... 2 Residential Solar Electric WI NaTtEeGrR AT ED HOME COMF Marathon ORT Thermal Storage Tanks Marathon® thermal storage tanks feature a lifetime limited tank warranty and a 6-year limited parts warranty* Designed for Alternative Energy Applications • Specifically designed for installation as a thermal storage tank • Backup electrical element provides 40 gallons or more of heated water • Large water connections for complete information Units meet or exceed the energy efficiency requirements of NAECA, ASHRAE standard 90, ICC Code and...
.... 2 Residential Solar Electric WI NaTtEeGrR AT ED HOME COMF Marathon ORT Thermal Storage Tanks Marathon® thermal storage tanks feature a lifetime limited tank warranty and a 6-year limited parts warranty* Designed for Alternative Energy Applications • Specifically designed for installation as a thermal storage tank • Backup electrical element provides 40 gallons or more of heated water • Large water connections for complete information Units meet or exceed the energy efficiency requirements of NAECA, ASHRAE standard 90, ICC Code and...
Use and Care Manual
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... , seek professional advice. Use & Care Manual With Installation Instructions for the Installer Marathon Thermal Storage Tanks III!III III!III 50, 85, & 105 Gallon III!III The purpose of this manual is twofold: one, to provide the installer with the basic directions and recommendations for the proper installation of the storage tank;; and two, for future reference. This manual also includes a parts list. If additional information is...
... , seek professional advice. Use & Care Manual With Installation Instructions for the Installer Marathon Thermal Storage Tanks III!III III!III 50, 85, & 105 Gallon III!III The purpose of this manual is twofold: one, to provide the installer with the basic directions and recommendations for the proper installation of the storage tank;; and two, for future reference. This manual also includes a parts list. If additional information is...
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... as an indication of your storage tank properly. Safety Information Safety Precautions 2,3 Installation Instructions Location 4 Water Supply Connections . . 7 Operating Instructions Safety Precautions 10 Water Temperature 10 Care and Cleaning Draining 11 Maintenance 11 Extended Shut-Down 11 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 12 Customer Service Parts List 13 If You Need Service 15 Warranty 16 22 FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here: # # You can save you may...
... as an indication of your storage tank properly. Safety Information Safety Precautions 2,3 Installation Instructions Location 4 Water Supply Connections . . 7 Operating Instructions Safety Precautions 10 Water Temperature 10 Care and Cleaning Draining 11 Maintenance 11 Extended Shut-Down 11 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 12 Customer Service Parts List 13 If You Need Service 15 Warranty 16 22 FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here: # # You can save you may...
Use and Care Manual
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... is specifically recommended in this manual, or have any part of life. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. Be sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before attempting to 52 gallon capacity, a brochure with local codes and the provided installation instructions. For residential storage tanks up to install or operate this manual entirely before installing or operating the storage tank. All other servicing...
... is specifically recommended in this manual, or have any part of life. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. Be sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before attempting to 52 gallon capacity, a brochure with local codes and the provided installation instructions. For residential storage tanks up to install or operate this manual entirely before installing or operating the storage tank. All other servicing...
Use and Care Manual
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... support the weight of the storage tank once it is required, it ;; or elevated to provide at least (6) inches of clearance from freezing temperatures. Location The location chosen for Standard 5, the local or federal codes. High temperatures can waste energy and water. Local Installation Regulations This storage tank must be If the storage tank is to prevent seepage underneath. base of greatest heated water...
... support the weight of the storage tank once it is required, it ;; or elevated to provide at least (6) inches of clearance from freezing temperatures. Location The location chosen for Standard 5, the local or federal codes. High temperatures can waste energy and water. Local Installation Regulations This storage tank must be If the storage tank is to prevent seepage underneath. base of greatest heated water...
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Thermal Expansion Determine if a check valve exists in the inlet pressure increase in the storage tank and piping referred to operate during each heating may have been installed in the cold water quickly reach the safety setting of the relief line as an the relief valve will not correct the problem! Thermal expansion, and the resulting meter or water softener. "open " water page 8). repeated operation of controlling thermal As water is heated, it to as a "closed water system...
Thermal Expansion Determine if a check valve exists in the inlet pressure increase in the storage tank and piping referred to operate during each heating may have been installed in the cold water quickly reach the safety setting of the relief line as an the relief valve will not correct the problem! Thermal expansion, and the resulting meter or water softener. "open " water page 8). repeated operation of controlling thermal As water is heated, it to as a "closed water system...
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... air into the tank to local codes. The cold water inlet has a vacuum relief valve installed. If a vacuum is pulIlIeI!dI I oI n the unit, refer to the "To Fill the Storage tank" section to ensure the unit is recommended that the discharge water cannot contact live electrical parts or persons and to lower floors of a type approved for proper drainage. 6 the tank or connections will void the manufacturer's warranty...
... air into the tank to local codes. The cold water inlet has a vacuum relief valve installed. If a vacuum is pulIlIeI!dI I oI n the unit, refer to the "To Fill the Storage tank" section to ensure the unit is recommended that the discharge water cannot contact live electrical parts or persons and to lower floors of a type approved for proper drainage. 6 the tank or connections will void the manufacturer's warranty...
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...manufacturer's warranty. turn any component directly connected to the storage tank. Maximum flow rate through ports is recommended on next page for suggested typical installation. These ports have 1-1/4" female NPT fittings. (tapered pipe thread). Do NOT use pipe sealant on the sidewall of unions or flexible copper connectors is 20 GPM. This includes the cold water connection, hot water connection, temperature and pressure relief valve and the drain valve. Teflon pipe...
...manufacturer's warranty. turn any component directly connected to the storage tank. Maximum flow rate through ports is recommended on next page for suggested typical installation. These ports have 1-1/4" female NPT fittings. (tapered pipe thread). Do NOT use pipe sealant on the sidewall of unions or flexible copper connectors is 20 GPM. This includes the cold water connection, hot water connection, temperature and pressure relief valve and the drain valve. Teflon pipe...
Use and Care Manual
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... overhead Heat Trap 6" Minimum Union (The addition of a union at this point will help in the replacement of the T & P Relief Valve should the need arise.) Thermal Expansion Tank (if required) See thermal expansion section on end of Drain Pipe. 6" Maximum distance from drain pipe to suitable open drain. 8 Installing the storage tank. Hot Water Outlet Cold Inlet Shut Off Seal Ring (Inside nut) Hex Union Nut (Relief Valve) Top Water Connection Port Support the relief valve drain pipe using metal strapping or wire fastened...
... overhead Heat Trap 6" Minimum Union (The addition of a union at this point will help in the replacement of the T & P Relief Valve should the need arise.) Thermal Expansion Tank (if required) See thermal expansion section on end of Drain Pipe. 6" Maximum distance from drain pipe to suitable open drain. 8 Installing the storage tank. Hot Water Outlet Cold Inlet Shut Off Seal Ring (Inside nut) Hex Union Nut (Relief Valve) Top Water Connection Port Support the relief valve drain pipe using metal strapping or wire fastened...
Use and Care Manual
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...of such unauthorized devices. ! The use of insulation blanket kits the manufacturer's instructions included with the storage tank. z D o not cover the vacuum valve, or pressure and temperature relief valve. The purpose of the storage tank and may endanger life and property. z I nspect the insulation blanket frequently. 9 Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to the general public, for such loss or injury resulting from the use of unauthorized energy saving devices may shorten...
...of such unauthorized devices. ! The use of insulation blanket kits the manufacturer's instructions included with the storage tank. z D o not cover the vacuum valve, or pressure and temperature relief valve. The purpose of the storage tank and may endanger life and property. z I nspect the insulation blanket frequently. 9 Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to the general public, for such loss or injury resulting from the use of unauthorized energy saving devices may shorten...
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... K Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to service unit. Water Supply K Storage tank completely filled with water. Operating the storage tank. Safety Precautions T his storage tank will not control the water temperature. Storage tank Location K Close to protect area from storage tank and piping. K Air purged from water damage. T emperature & Pressure Safety Relief valve opens at: 210° F, and/or 150 PSI.. M aximum flow rate...
... K Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to service unit. Water Supply K Storage tank completely filled with water. Operating the storage tank. Safety Precautions T his storage tank will not control the water temperature. Storage tank Location K Close to protect area from storage tank and piping. K Air purged from water damage. T emperature & Pressure Safety Relief valve opens at: 210° F, and/or 150 PSI.. M aximum flow rate...
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... storage tank. Routine Preventative Maintenance Properly maintained, your plumbing contractor on the temperature pressure relief valve, located near the top of the storage tank. At least once a year, lift and release the lever handle on how to a drain. Periodically check for instructions on the relief valve (and keep open drain. Contact the water supplier or your storage tank will relieve the pressure in the bottom of dependable trouble-free service. Open a hot water faucet...
... storage tank. Routine Preventative Maintenance Properly maintained, your plumbing contractor on the temperature pressure relief valve, located near the top of the storage tank. At least once a year, lift and release the lever handle on how to a drain. Periodically check for instructions on the relief valve (and keep open drain. Contact the water supplier or your storage tank will relieve the pressure in the bottom of dependable trouble-free service. Open a hot water faucet...
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... service. Do not plug the relief valve outlet. 12 Relief valve Pressure build up Possible Causes Normal settling of internal compo- nents. noise or draining zThis is an unacceptable condition and must be corrected. Contact the water supplier or plumbing contractor on this . Problem Rumbling noise upon start-up caused by thermal producing popping expansion in a closed system. Before You Call For Service... Review...
... service. Do not plug the relief valve outlet. 12 Relief valve Pressure build up Possible Causes Normal settling of internal compo- nents. noise or draining zThis is an unacceptable condition and must be corrected. Contact the water supplier or plumbing contractor on this . Problem Rumbling noise upon start-up caused by thermal producing popping expansion in a closed system. Before You Call For Service... Review...
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... L L L Description Dip Tube Grommet, Large Grommet, Small Seal Ring, Large Seal Ring, Small Vacuum Valve Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve Nipple, 3/4" NPT x 3" Reducer Bushing, 3/4" NPT x 1" NPT - (105 Gallon Only) Knock-Out Bracket Screw, #8 x 3/4" Junction Box Cover Screw #8-16 x 5/8" Water Connection Fitting Screw, SHCS - 5/16-18 x 1/2" and Lock Washer Cavity Insulation Cover Plate Screw, #10-16 x 5/8" Gasket Drain Valve Drain Pan Use and Care Manual Not...
... L L L Description Dip Tube Grommet, Large Grommet, Small Seal Ring, Large Seal Ring, Small Vacuum Valve Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve Nipple, 3/4" NPT x 3" Reducer Bushing, 3/4" NPT x 1" NPT - (105 Gallon Only) Knock-Out Bracket Screw, #8 x 3/4" Junction Box Cover Screw #8-16 x 5/8" Water Connection Fitting Screw, SHCS - 5/16-18 x 1/2" and Lock Washer Cavity Insulation Cover Plate Screw, #10-16 x 5/8" Gasket Drain Valve Drain Pan Use and Care Manual Not...
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... dates any questions about your problem. List of installer and any service agency who have any service work was performed. com and www.rheem.com. 15 In the event the firm has moved, or is located and physical location in the dwelling. f. Name and address of people, with dates, who performed service on the rating plate attached to the telephone directory...
... dates any questions about your problem. List of installer and any service agency who have any service work was performed. com and www.rheem.com. 15 In the event the firm has moved, or is located and physical location in the dwelling. f. Name and address of people, with dates, who performed service on the rating plate attached to the telephone directory...
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... home is authorized to contact the original dealer, contact any part which must be based upon what part fails. T o damage or failure caused by the original purchaser of the applicable original Warranty Period. HOW TO MAKE A CLAIM To obtain warranty service, contact the dealer where the thermal storage tank was purchased. LIMITED WARRANTY GENERAL Water Heater Innovations, Inc. reserves the right to the second owner...
... home is authorized to contact the original dealer, contact any part which must be based upon what part fails. T o damage or failure caused by the original purchaser of the applicable original Warranty Period. HOW TO MAKE A CLAIM To obtain warranty service, contact the dealer where the thermal storage tank was purchased. LIMITED WARRANTY GENERAL Water Heater Innovations, Inc. reserves the right to the second owner...