{"product_id":"raypak-above-ground-digital-p-r156a-ep-c-pool-and-spa-heater-propane-copper-heat-exchanger-0-014786","title":"Raypak 014786 Above Ground Digital P-R156A-EP-C Pool \u0026 Spa Heater, Propane, Copper Heat Exchanger, 0-1999 ft, Rheem 014804","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"pps-details\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaypak item \u003cstrong\u003e014786\u003c\/strong\u003e: Above Ground Digital P-R156A-EP-C pool and spa heater, propane, 0-1999 ft. A propane pool and spa heater with polymer headers, digital control and electronic ignition, built for sites from sea level to 1,999 ft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e014786\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaypak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDescription (per Raypak)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP-R156A-EP-C, Polymer Headers, Digital Control, Electronic Ignition, Propane Gas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUPC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e840891035879\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGas type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePropane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eElevation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0-1999 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeat exchanger\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCopper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShipping weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRaypak reference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaypak Residential Pool \u0026amp; Spa Product Catalog RP-P-902-6 rev D p. 61, 94\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures and benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolymer headers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectronic ignition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe natural gas 156A is a different item number (014784).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaypak 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor installation as shipped, using the stackless top. Indoor installation needs Raypak drafthood kit 014358 and a vent to the outside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePump flow between 20 and 70 GPM. Above 70 GPM Raypak requires an external bypass valve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaypak states the Above Ground series cannot be sold in Low NOx markets, including Southern California and Utah.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput rating 150,000 BTU\/hr (43.93 kW). Raypak lists the Above Ground series at 82% thermal efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePropane supply pressure at the heater: 11 in. WC minimum with the heater running, 13 in. WC maximum. Gas connection 1\/2 in. NPT.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTouchpad 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA service menu shows pilot flame strength, supply voltage, run time, cycle count and the last ten faults.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote-ready for two-wire or three-wire control systems through the supplied 7-pin connector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpark-to-pilot ignition: the pilot is lit automatically and the main gas valve opens only after the pilot flame is proven.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel tube sheets, with a built-in automatic bypass valve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater connections: two 2 in. CPVC unions, supplied. PVC pipe can be glued directly into them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCabinet depth 27 in. (dimension A in Raypak's table). Flue diameter 6 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaypak limited warranty: two years parts and labor, or one year when installed anywhere other than a single-family home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRheem cross-reference: Rheem item 014804, model P-M156A-EP-C, is the same heater sold under the Rheem label.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRuud cross-reference: Ruud item 014822, model P-D156A-EP-C, is the same heater sold under the Ruud label.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to know\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaypak warns against supplying this heater from 5, 10 or 20 gallon propane cylinders of the kind used on barbecue grills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt can be installed on combustible flooring, but not on carpet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor sites with frequent high wind Raypak offers an optional outdoor stack, part 014719.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaypak 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverting 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas, 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Raypak","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44061977542875,"sku":"014786","price":2649.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0641\/8343\/5483\/files\/61JBgey6hAL.__AC_SX300_SY300_QL70_FMwebp.webp?v=1734475456","url":"https:\/\/premierpools.com\/products\/raypak-above-ground-digital-p-r156a-ep-c-pool-and-spa-heater-propane-copper-heat-exchanger-0-014786","provider":"Premier Pool \u0026 Spa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}