Raypak 014786 Above Ground Digital P-R156A-EP-C Pool & Spa Heater, Propane, Copper Heat Exchanger, 0-1999 ft, Rheem 014804

The Raypak 156A is the digital model in the Above Ground series, an atmospheric gas heater for above-ground pools and spas. A touchpad and LCD set the pool and spa temperatures and report status and faults in plain words, and the heater accepts a two-wire or three-wire remote.

Made for

• The natural gas 156A is a different item number (014784).
• Raypak lists item 014787 for 2,000 to 3,999 ft, 014788 for 4,000 to 6,999 ft and 015103 for 7,000 to 10,000 ft.
• Outdoor installation as shipped, using the stackless top. Indoor installation needs Raypak drafthood kit 014358 and a vent to the outside.
• Pump flow between 20 and 70 GPM. Above 70 GPM Raypak requires an external bypass valve.
• Raypak states the Above Ground series cannot be sold in Low NOx markets, including Southern California and Utah.

Details

• Input rating 150,000 BTU/hr (43.93 kW). Raypak lists the Above Ground series at 82% thermal efficiency.
• Propane supply pressure at the heater: 11 in. WC minimum with the heater running, 13 in. WC maximum. Gas connection 1/2 in. NPT.
• Touchpad and LCD on the upper front panel, with POOL and SPA modes and a power switch. Setpoint range 65 F to 104 F as shipped. The display shows water temperature, heating status and fault messages in words.
• A service menu shows pilot flame strength, supply voltage, run time, cycle count and the last ten faults.
• Remote-ready for two-wire or three-wire control systems through the supplied 7-pin connector.
• Spark-to-pilot ignition: the pilot is lit automatically and the main gas valve opens only after the pilot flame is proven.
• Stainless steel tube sheets, with a built-in automatic bypass valve.
• Power: ships with a 120 VAC three-prong cord; the transformer can be rewired for 240 VAC. Draws 4 A at 120 V or 2 A at 240 V. Raypak requires a grounded, GFCI-protected supply.
• Water connections: two 2 in. CPVC unions, supplied. PVC pipe can be glued directly into them.
• Cabinet depth 27 in. (dimension A in Raypak's table). Flue diameter 6 in.
• In the carton: two 2 in. CPVC unions with O-rings, plastic finish flange for the gas line, bonding lug and the manual. The outdoor stackless top is standard with the unit.
• Raypak limited warranty: two years parts and labor, or one year when installed anywhere other than a single-family home.
• Rheem cross-reference: Rheem item 014804, model P-M156A-EP-C, is the same heater sold under the Rheem label.
• Ruud cross-reference: Ruud item 014822, model P-D156A-EP-C, is the same heater sold under the Ruud label.

Good to know

• Raypak warns against supplying this heater from 5, 10 or 20 gallon propane cylinders of the kind used on barbecue grills.
• The heater must sit at least 5 ft from the inside wall of the pool unless a solid fence, wall or other permanent barrier separates them.
• It can be installed on combustible flooring, but not on carpet.
• For sites with frequent high wind Raypak offers an optional outdoor stack, part 014719.
• Raypak reduces the input 4% for each 1,000 ft above sea level when the heater is installed above 2,000 ft, so order the version built for your elevation.
• Converting to natural gas takes Raypak kit 014919F and must be done by a qualified agency. For sites above 2,000 ft Raypak says to consult the factory.
• Gas, venting and electrical work must be done by a qualified installer or service agency and meet local codes. Raypak's warranty applies to heaters installed by a licensed service provider.