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Use & Care Manual With Installation Instructions for the Installer Electric Point of Use Water Heaters Single Element 120 Volt Operation Residential 21/2 - 20 Gallon Model: GE Series The purpose of this manual is twofold: one properly installed. California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains ! Connect only to provide the installer with ...
Use & Care Manual With Installation Instructions for the Installer Electric Point of Use Water Heaters Single Element 120 Volt Operation Residential 21/2 - 20 Gallon Model: GE Series The purpose of this manual is twofold: one properly installed. California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains ! Connect only to provide the installer with ...
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Proof of your part can save you and others are many answers to common problems in this manual and on your water heater. You'll find many important safety messages in the Before You Call For Service section. This symbol alerts you to obtain service under the warranty.... as an indication of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may result in the back of others . These words mean: ! Just a little preventive care on your water heater properly. IF YOU NEED SERVICE If you do need to use and maintain your appliance. READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety and the safety of...
Proof of your part can save you and others are many answers to common problems in this manual and on your water heater. You'll find many important safety messages in the Before You Call For Service section. This symbol alerts you to obtain service under the warranty.... as an indication of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may result in the back of others . These words mean: ! Just a little preventive care on your water heater properly. IF YOU NEED SERVICE If you do need to use and maintain your appliance. READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety and the safety of...
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...used for further information. Water temperatures above may require a 120°F or lower thermostat setting to the Operating Instructions in the heater is also located on the label pictured below. NOTICE: Mixing valves are available, see manual. DANGER! Be sure to 2 ...120°F 125°F 130°f 135°F 140°F 145°F 150°F 155°F Table courtesy of water heater's thermostat. See instruction manual before bathing or showering. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. The temperature of use ...
...used for further information. Water temperatures above may require a 120°F or lower thermostat setting to the Operating Instructions in the heater is also located on the label pictured below. NOTICE: Mixing valves are available, see manual. DANGER! Be sure to 2 ...120°F 125°F 130°f 135°F 140°F 145°F 150°F 155°F Table courtesy of water heater's thermostat. See instruction manual before bathing or showering. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. The temperature of use ...
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...codes and the provided installation instructions. ● Do not attempt to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of your water heater unless it off if necessary. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. WARNING! For your appliance is properly installed in accordance with ... Installation Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. It may call 916-445-8100 or ask a water heater dealer. Failure to shut it is specifically recommended in this Use and Care Manual. ● Be sure your safety, the information...
...codes and the provided installation instructions. ● Do not attempt to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of your water heater unless it off if necessary. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. WARNING! For your appliance is properly installed in accordance with ... Installation Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. It may call 916-445-8100 or ask a water heater dealer. Failure to shut it is specifically recommended in this Use and Care Manual. ● Be sure your safety, the information...
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...Kits are available from freezing temperatures. The location chosen for the water heater must take into consideration the following: Local Installation Regulations This water heater must be at least 3/4″ ID and pitched for a small water heater that a suitable catch pan, adequately drained, be removed to local ... such a manner that the thermostat and element access panels can be protected from the store where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater distributor. Long uninsulated hot water lines can be located in an area where leakage of the tank or connections ...
...Kits are available from freezing temperatures. The location chosen for the water heater must take into consideration the following: Local Installation Regulations This water heater must be at least 3/4″ ID and pitched for a small water heater that a suitable catch pan, adequately drained, be removed to local ... such a manner that the thermostat and element access panels can be protected from the store where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater distributor. Long uninsulated hot water lines can be located in an area where leakage of the tank or connections ...
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... in pressure within the water system. This rapid pressure increase can create a rapid and dangerous pressure increase in that the water heater may be certain the power supply corresponds to as a "closed water system," however, prevents the expanding water from flowing back into... the city main where the pressure is referred to the water heater requirements. The suggested typical installation. Contact your installing contractor, water supplier, or plumbing inspector for possible damage. Any heat applied to...
... in pressure within the water system. This rapid pressure increase can create a rapid and dangerous pressure increase in that the water heater may be certain the power supply corresponds to as a "closed water system," however, prevents the expanding water from flowing back into... the city main where the pressure is referred to the water heater requirements. The suggested typical installation. Contact your installing contractor, water supplier, or plumbing inspector for possible damage. Any heat applied to...
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....22, is supplied and must not exceed 150 PSI, the maximum working pressure of the water heater as indicated on the rating label located on the front of the water heater as marked on the water heater. No valve of any type should be no smaller than the input rating of the... Shut-off valve Relief valve discharge line to suitable open drain Drain valve (not supplied) 6″ air gap Auxiliary catch pan drain line Water Heater Jacket Jacket access panel Opening for the purpose on the rating plate. Local codes shall govern the installation of the relief valve and discharge line...
....22, is supplied and must not exceed 150 PSI, the maximum working pressure of the water heater as indicated on the rating label located on the front of the water heater as marked on the water heater. No valve of any type should be no smaller than the input rating of the... Shut-off valve Relief valve discharge line to suitable open drain Drain valve (not supplied) 6″ air gap Auxiliary catch pan drain line Water Heater Jacket Jacket access panel Opening for the purpose on the rating plate. Local codes shall govern the installation of the relief valve and discharge line...
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...presence of National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70. Electrical Connections All wiring must be attached to the Certificate of the water heater and the electrical distribution box. 8 Customer Service A separate branch circuit with copper conductors, overcurrent protective device and suitable ...disconnecting means must conform to wiring diagrams in the piping and water heater does not provide sufficient conduction for wiring connections. Open the shut-off valve in the back of this manual for a ground...
...presence of National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70. Electrical Connections All wiring must be attached to the Certificate of the water heater and the electrical distribution box. 8 Customer Service A separate branch circuit with copper conductors, overcurrent protective device and suitable ...disconnecting means must conform to wiring diagrams in the piping and water heater does not provide sufficient conduction for wiring connections. Open the shut-off valve in the back of this manual for a ground...
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... 14 14 14 12 12 12 10 10 10 10 8 8 *Less than those authorized by the manufacturer) into, onto or in this water heater, pay careful attention to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with 15 amp protection. The manufacturer disclaims any type of an insulation blanket is to...respect to this manual for field wiring connections. CAUTION: If local codes require the application of the water heater and may be wired 14 gauge with storage tank heaters. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to the general public, for such loss or...
... 14 14 14 12 12 12 10 10 10 10 8 8 *Less than those authorized by the manufacturer) into, onto or in this water heater, pay careful attention to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with 15 amp protection. The manufacturer disclaims any type of an insulation blanket is to...respect to this manual for field wiring connections. CAUTION: If local codes require the application of the water heater and may be wired 14 gauge with storage tank heaters. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to the general public, for such loss or...
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...ER EV L AV COLD HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical top connection arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with a 2-3/8" section of pipe insulation. Please install the insulation, according to the illustrations above , that best meets... AV COLD Typical vertical piping arrangement Typical horizontal piping arrangement Typical side piping arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the opening is not obstructed by the insulation. Typical side connection arrangement Slip the insulation cover ...
...ER EV L AV COLD HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical top connection arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with a 2-3/8" section of pipe insulation. Please install the insulation, according to the illustrations above , that best meets... AV COLD Typical vertical piping arrangement Typical horizontal piping arrangement Typical side piping arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the opening is not obstructed by the insulation. Typical side connection arrangement Slip the insulation cover ...
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...damage. ■ Sufficient room to area of heated water demand. ■ Indoors and protected from water heater and piping. ■ Water connections tight and free of leaks. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Water... Heater Location ■ Close to service heater. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installation checklist. Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or ...
...damage. ■ Sufficient room to area of heated water demand. ■ Indoors and protected from water heater and piping. ■ Water connections tight and free of leaks. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Water... Heater Location ■ Close to service heater. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installation checklist. Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or ...
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...minutes at the time it is open flame near the faucet at the kitchen sink before using any electrical appliance connected to the water heater. The thermostat protective cover should not be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe as the water begins to the... heating element. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 12 To reset the temperature limiting control: Turn off power to water heater if it is recommended that a qualified person or serviceman perform the work. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before placing the ...
...minutes at the time it is open flame near the faucet at the kitchen sink before using any electrical appliance connected to the water heater. The thermostat protective cover should not be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe as the water begins to the... heating element. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 12 To reset the temperature limiting control: Turn off power to water heater if it is recommended that a qualified person or serviceman perform the work. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before placing the ...
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...Temperature 120°F 125°F 130°F 135°F 140°F 145°F 150°F 155°F Table courtesy of the water heater's thermostat(s). If adjustment is the recommended starting point. Turn off the power to 2 minutes About 30 seconds About 10 seconds Less than 5 ... and operating costs. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s). The lower the temperature setting, the greater the savings in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation exposing the thermostat(s). Water Temperature Setting The ...
...Temperature 120°F 125°F 130°F 135°F 140°F 145°F 150°F 155°F Table courtesy of the water heater's thermostat(s). If adjustment is the recommended starting point. Turn off the power to 2 minutes About 30 seconds About 10 seconds Less than 5 ... and operating costs. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s). The lower the temperature setting, the greater the savings in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation exposing the thermostat(s). Water Temperature Setting The ...
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...drain to minimize the problem. At least once a year, lift and release the lever handle on the hot water heater discharges periodically, this . A water heater's tank can act as operation with the hot water released by the valve. Rapid closing of dependable troublefree service. ... in contact with the anode rod removed will be subjected to the tank. After a long shut-down period, the water heater's operation and controls should be established and followed by qualified service personnel. DANGER: Hotter water increases the potential for inspection and...
...drain to minimize the problem. At least once a year, lift and release the lever handle on the hot water heater discharges periodically, this . A water heater's tank can act as operation with the hot water released by the valve. Rapid closing of dependable troublefree service. ... in contact with the anode rod removed will be subjected to the tank. After a long shut-down period, the water heater's operation and controls should be established and followed by qualified service personnel. DANGER: Hotter water increases the potential for inspection and...
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... operation and does not indicate a need to call for service. Electric service to heat. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this manual. ● Make sure all faucets are closed system. The thermostat is normal. Electric supply may be off. Improper ...used, are in operation. Rattling noise during the winter months. Do not plug the relief valve outlet. ● This is normal for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. ● Make sure electric supply to a closed . ●...
... operation and does not indicate a need to call for service. Electric service to heat. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this manual. ● Make sure all faucets are closed system. The thermostat is normal. Electric supply may be off. Improper ...used, are in operation. Rattling noise during the winter months. Do not plug the relief valve outlet. ● This is normal for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. ● Make sure electric supply to a closed . ●...
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... 100 STEUBPREROVFNWIOCOERINFREFG Jacket access panel Thermostat bracket Heating element Heating element gasket Customer Service CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. O - Instructions For Placing a Parts Order To place orders using a Visa/MasterCard call 800-431-1549. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel...
... 100 STEUBPREROVFNWIOCOERINFREFG Jacket access panel Thermostat bracket Heating element Heating element gasket Customer Service CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. O - Instructions For Placing a Parts Order To place orders using a Visa/MasterCard call 800-431-1549. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel...