On
demand water heaters N-0631 (NR71) and N-0531 (NR66) models for indoor
and outdoor
use
Noritz tankless water heaters, N-0631S
(NR71)
and N-0531S (NR66)
series that we are going to
review here are gas appliances using either natural
or propane
gas, recommended for
smaller and middle size homes, as they produce enough hot water for up
to 3 applications working at the same time.
Even without high class dual
flame burner and commercial grade heat
exchanger as other models, Noritz tankless water heaters N-0631S
(NR71)
and N-0531S
(NR66)
models are equipped with a powerful high performance single flame
burner that allows them to be EnergyStar
recognized.
With 12 options you can adjust the output hot water temperature between
100 and 160 F (38 C - 71 C ). Factory set on 110 F (43 C) Noritz on
demand models are designed to prevent scalding water and burns.
For the most residential applications, like dishwashing or shower,
recommended hot water temperature is below 120 F (49 C).
Temperature of the exhaust gases is high and
as there is a lot of
moisture they tend to produce an acid compound that can
corrode the
flue. That is the reason for installing a stainless steel
exhaust.
Noritz Water
Heaters - Main Features - Summary
Efficiency level is 83% for both natural
gas and LP
Single flame burner
Modulating gas valve for automatically burner output
adjustment
Turbo
Flow system for high demand applications
Electronic ignition
Self diagnostic on board computer system, great for
troubleshooting and repairs
Suitable for installations up to 4500 ft or 1.5 km
above sea level
Safety
Elements
Thermal fuse provides an
automatic protection from overheating
Freeze-prevention heater works automatically if power
is provided
Flame rod
Safety lock-out
Lightning prevention device
Fan rotation detector
Resin coated PC board for element protection
Automatic air regulator monitors an internal
temperature
Useful
Accessories
Isolation valves with pressure relief valve - allows
easy flushing and full diagnostic testing.
ScaleShield
is Noritz brand water softener protects
from lime and mineral build up.
Recess box for N-0631S-OD (NR71-OD) and N-0531S-OD
(NR66-OD) models only
Outdoor vent cap for N-0631S (NR71) and N-0531S
(NR66) models
Remote controller
Remote controller outdoor junction box, necessary
when installing outdoor
High elevation adjustment
Noritz
Tankless Water
Heaters N-0631S (NR71) and N-0531S (NR66) in Details
On
demand water heaters, N-0631S (NR71)
series, with a maximum power of 180,000 BTU and with the capacity range
from 0.5-7.1 GPM, are ideal for one to three bathroom homes.
They can be easily installed indoor
and outdoor. When installing inside, you can run
vent either horizontally or vertically.
Sufficient air supply is required and since models are power vented,
products of combustion are extracted out through the vent pipe while
the inside air is sucked in through the perforated front cover.
N-0631S-OD (NR71-OD) and N-0631S
(NR71-SV), for
outdoor installation, are using horizontal vent that is built
into the water heater so there is no requirement for any venting
elements. The outside air is used for combustion (exhaust and air
intake slots are located on the front cover).
For N-0631S (NR71) models only, if there is any problem with a water
heater,
the error display will show up on the lamp.
Noritz water heaters N-0531S
(NR66) models,
because of its small
size, max. capacity of 6.6 gallons of hot water and 140,000 BTU per
hour are perfect for apartments, condominiums and
townhouses that are using up to 2 showers.