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3AQ4 Manual
1 Introduction
1.1 Parts included
Vent Hood Kit
• 1 - 4" vent hood: VH1-4
• 4 - Exterior screws
• 1 - 5" to 4" vent reducer pipe
• 1 - AQ4FLAPPER back draft accessory
Vibration Mount Packet
• 2 - Vibration mounts with nuts and washers
• 2 - Brackets with nuts and washers
Flow Switch Packet
• 1 - Flow switch
• 3 - Replacement pipes (See chapter 2.7)
• 2 - Pipe clips
• 1 - Molex connector cable
• 1 - Heat exchanger bushing
Power vent motor
• 1 - Power vent motor (HSUL-1 Series containing
integrated 24v control circuit) including 25 foot
control cable with wire nuts and an HPN 6-foot
power cord
• 5 - Nylon ties
1.2 Warnings
1. Failure to install, maintain and/or operate the
power vent in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions may result in conditions which can
produce bodily injury and property damage.
2. The power vent must be installed by a qualified
installer in accordance with all local codes or, in
their absence, in accordance with the National
Fuel Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1 NFPA #54), the
National Electric Code, the Canadian Electrical
Code (C22.1), Canadian Gas Code (CSA B149.1)
and The Occupational Health and Safety Act
(OSHA) as applicable.
3. The power vent motor shaft must be mounted
horizontally to prevent motor bearing wear.
4. Disconnect power supply when making wiring
connections or when working around the fan blade
and motor. Failure to do so may result in severe
personal injury and equipment damage.
5. Make certain the power source is adequate for
the fan motor requirements. Do not add the power
vent to a circuit where the total load is unknown.
AQ4 Motor is 200 watts- 1.66 amps @ 120vac.
6. Locate the outlet receptacle as close to the vent
motor as possible. Do not use an extension cord.
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properly may allow freezing air to come in
contact with the water heater’s heat
exchanger and cause the heat exchanger
to burst. Such damage is not covered
under the water heater’s warranty.
1.3 Preparation
1. Follow installation and operating instructions
manual supplied with the water heater.
2. Before mounting water heater to wall, check its
minimum clearance requirements.
3. When using an AQ4 the maximum vent length from
the water heater to the point of termination is 25
feet. Subtract 5 feet for each additional 90° elbow
(up to two additional elbows allowed.)
4. Install power vent motor as close to the vent hood
as possible.
Introduction