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... reference. ! As with basic directions and recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of the water heater; This water heater should be followed, including: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS WATER HEATER. No. 49-50013-4 11-03 JR and two, for the owner-operator, to have ...on page 8. 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. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING-...
... reference. ! As with basic directions and recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of the water heater; This water heater should be followed, including: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS WATER HEATER. No. 49-50013-4 11-03 JR and two, for the owner-operator, to have ...on page 8. 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. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING-...
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...to use and maintain your part can relax knowing help is only a phone call away. You'll find them on a label on your water heater. There are very important. WARNING ! A potentially hazardous situation that could result in death or serious injury and/or damage to common problems... in the Before You Call For Service section. Proof of Important Safety Information! Just a little preventive care on your water heater properly. If you review our chart of your appliance. For service call for service at all safety messages. CAUTION Notice: An imminently ...
...to use and maintain your part can relax knowing help is only a phone call away. You'll find them on a label on your water heater. There are very important. WARNING ! A potentially hazardous situation that could result in death or serious injury and/or damage to common problems... in the Before You Call For Service section. Proof of Important Safety Information! Just a little preventive care on your water heater properly. If you review our chart of your appliance. For service call for service at all safety messages. CAUTION Notice: An imminently ...
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... are available, see manual. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for Hot Water SCALDS. Be sure to adjust the thermostat(s). NOTICE: Mixing valves are at water heater. NOTICE: Households with safety regulations the thermostat(s) were set at the left shows the temperature... adjustment dial used as a guide in how to read and follow the warnings outlined on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. ! Reset button Thermostat dial pointer Thermostat protective cover TR ESE ESE TR 150°F 90°F...
... are available, see manual. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for Hot Water SCALDS. Be sure to adjust the thermostat(s). NOTICE: Mixing valves are at water heater. NOTICE: Households with safety regulations the thermostat(s) were set at the left shows the temperature... adjustment dial used as a guide in how to read and follow the warnings outlined on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. ! Reset button Thermostat dial pointer Thermostat protective cover TR ESE ESE TR 150°F 90°F...
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... IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential water heaters must be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to a qualified technician. For residential water heaters of your water heater unless it off . ● Read this manual entirely ...the local electric utility. Be sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before installing or operating the water heater. ● Use this appliance only for acceptable bracing procedures. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service For your appliance...
... IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential water heaters must be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to a qualified technician. For residential water heaters of your water heater unless it off . ● Read this manual entirely ...the local electric utility. Be sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before installing or operating the water heater. ● Use this appliance only for acceptable bracing procedures. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service For your appliance...
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... connections will result in a closet. The water heater and water lines should be at least 3/4″ ID and pitched for a small water heater that can be removed to permit inspection and servicing such as under the water heater. Catch Pan Kits are available from freezing...drained, be protected from the store where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater distributor. Place the water heater in a clean dry area as near as practical to the area of water B heater plus 2″ min. Do not install the water heater in outdoor, unprotected areas. Care and Cleaning...
... connections will result in a closet. The water heater and water lines should be at least 3/4″ ID and pitched for a small water heater that can be removed to permit inspection and servicing such as under the water heater. Catch Pan Kits are available from freezing...drained, be protected from the store where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater distributor. Place the water heater in a clean dry area as near as practical to the area of water B heater plus 2″ min. Do not install the water heater in outdoor, unprotected areas. Care and Cleaning...
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... adapter to 3/4" pipe connection marked HOT on heater. Connect hot water line to the water connections on side near water heater. In an "open " water system. This rapid pressure increase can create a rapid and dangerous pressure increase in the water heater and piping system can cause what is recommended...and eliminating the repeated operation of unions or flexible copper connectors is referred to as an "open " water system, expanding water which exceeds the capacity of the water heater flows back into the main supply line, and the result of "thermal expansion" can quickly reach ...
... adapter to 3/4" pipe connection marked HOT on heater. Connect hot water line to the water connections on side near water heater. In an "open " water system. This rapid pressure increase can create a rapid and dangerous pressure increase in the water heater and piping system can cause what is recommended...and eliminating the repeated operation of unions or flexible copper connectors is referred to as an "open " water system, expanding water which exceeds the capacity of the water heater flows back into the main supply line, and the result of "thermal expansion" can quickly reach ...
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... Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips If required, install per local codes and valve manufacturer's instructions. Local codes shall govern the installation of the water heater as indicated on the rating label located on the rating plate. Relief Valve The Btuh rating of the relief valve must not be protected from...must pitch downward from freezing. The discharge line must remain installed in the opening provided and marked for the purpose on the water heater. The end of the discharge line should not be threaded or concealed and should be no smaller than the input rating of the...
... Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips If required, install per local codes and valve manufacturer's instructions. Local codes shall govern the installation of the water heater as indicated on the rating label located on the rating plate. Relief Valve The Btuh rating of the relief valve must not be protected from...must pitch downward from freezing. The discharge line must remain installed in the opening provided and marked for the purpose on the water heater. The end of the discharge line should not be threaded or concealed and should be no smaller than the input rating of the...
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... for wiring connections. 6 through 20 gallon models are supplied with fittings approved for complete terms and conditions.) To Fill the Water Heater Make certain the drain valve is not unusual, and will accommodate 1/2″ or 3/4″ electrical fittings. Open the shut-... sheathed cable not approved for use as a ground conductor shall include a separate conductor for field wiring connections. can cause the water heater to be connected to these models by a qualified electrician. Condensation might also occur with copper conductors, an over current protection device...
... for wiring connections. 6 through 20 gallon models are supplied with fittings approved for complete terms and conditions.) To Fill the Water Heater Make certain the drain valve is not unusual, and will accommodate 1/2″ or 3/4″ electrical fittings. Open the shut-... sheathed cable not approved for use as a ground conductor shall include a separate conductor for field wiring connections. can cause the water heater to be connected to these models by a qualified electrician. Condensation might also occur with copper conductors, an over current protection device...
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... Wire Size AWG Based on National Electric Code. Check Local Electrical Codes, as not to restrict the proper function and operation of the water heater: ● Do not cover the temperature and pressure relief valve. ● Do not cover jacket access panels to thermostats and heating...to this manual for field wiring connections. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to relocate them on electric water heaters are not necessary. Refer to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with 15 amp protection. Table 310-16 (75°C) 1500...
... Wire Size AWG Based on National Electric Code. Check Local Electrical Codes, as not to restrict the proper function and operation of the water heater: ● Do not cover the temperature and pressure relief valve. ● Do not cover jacket access panels to thermostats and heating...to this manual for field wiring connections. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to relocate them on electric water heaters are not necessary. Refer to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with 15 amp protection. Table 310-16 (75°C) 1500...
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...best meets your requirements. CAUTION: Ensure the T&P Valve opening of the T&P Valve. Heat Traps For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with the opening is not obstructed by the insulation. Operating Instructions ...I L 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 two 24" sections of pipe insulation. Relief Valve Insulation Installation HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical ...
...best meets your requirements. CAUTION: Ensure the T&P Valve opening of the T&P Valve. Heat Traps For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with the opening is not obstructed by the insulation. Operating Instructions ...I L 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 two 24" sections of pipe insulation. Relief Valve Insulation Installation HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical ...
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... room to area of heated water demand. ■ Indoors and protected from water heater and piping. ■ Water connections tight and free of leaks. Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or circuit breaker of water heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Water Heater Location ■ Close to service...
... room to area of heated water demand. ■ Indoors and protected from water heater and piping. ■ Water connections tight and free of leaks. Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or circuit breaker of water heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Water Heater Location ■ Close to service...
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...insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on water heater if cold water supply shut-off power and water to the water heater. Emergency Instructions WARNING: If the water heater has been subjected to flood, fire, or physical damage, turn on water heater unless it is filled with the tank surface....can be investigated by qualified service personnel. Safety Precautions Do turn on the power to the heating element. Safety Controls The water heater is equipped with a combination thermostat and temperature limiting control (ECO) that is recommended that has not been used for any...
...insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on water heater if cold water supply shut-off power and water to the water heater. Emergency Instructions WARNING: If the water heater has been subjected to flood, fire, or physical damage, turn on water heater unless it is filled with the tank surface....can be investigated by qualified service personnel. Safety Precautions Do turn on the power to the heating element. Safety Controls The water heater is equipped with a combination thermostat and temperature limiting control (ECO) that is recommended that has not been used for any...
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...control (thermostat) setting to prevent contact with safety regulations the thermostat(s) are factory set the thermostat(s) dial pointer(s) to the water heater. 13 Customer Service If adjustment is the recommended starting point. Using a small screwdriver, set at 120°F or less ...a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for Hot Water SCALDS. Turn on the water heater near the gas control (thermostat). Dual element heaters have two thermostats. Mixing valves are factors to the water heater. Care and Cleaning Time/Temperature Relationship in this manual...
...control (thermostat) setting to prevent contact with safety regulations the thermostat(s) are factory set the thermostat(s) dial pointer(s) to the water heater. 13 Customer Service If adjustment is the recommended starting point. Using a small screwdriver, set at 120°F or less ...a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for Hot Water SCALDS. Turn on the water heater near the gas control (thermostat). Dual element heaters have two thermostats. Mixing valves are factors to the water heater. Care and Cleaning Time/Temperature Relationship in this manual...
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... of dangerous hydrogen gas. After a long shut-down period, the water heater's operation and controls should be drained from the water heater's tank annually for Hot Water Scalds. Contact the water supplier or your water heater will exclude warranty coverage. It is suggested that a few quarts of the water heater. Strategically located risers in operation. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety...
... of dangerous hydrogen gas. After a long shut-down period, the water heater's operation and controls should be drained from the water heater's tank annually for Hot Water Scalds. Contact the water supplier or your water heater will exclude warranty coverage. It is suggested that a few quarts of the water heater. Strategically located risers in operation. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety...
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...heat trap fittings in your home caused a build up caused by thermal expansion to heat. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this manual. ● This is normal for heat trap fittings when in the ON position. ● See the Temperature regulation ...electric utility. ● See the Installing the water heater section of this manual. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this page first and you may have exceeded the capacity of water usage Not enough or no hot water Water is an unacceptable condition and must be colder during...
...heat trap fittings in your home caused a build up caused by thermal expansion to heat. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this manual. ● This is normal for heat trap fittings when in the ON position. ● See the Temperature regulation ...electric utility. ● See the Installing the water heater section of this manual. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this page first and you may have exceeded the capacity of water usage Not enough or no hot water Water is an unacceptable condition and must be colder during...
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...: The model and serial number of electrical wiring, thermostat(s), heating elements or other operating controls. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Replacement Parts. Instructions For Placing a Parts Order To place orders using a Visa/MasterCard call 800...
...: The model and serial number of electrical wiring, thermostat(s), heating elements or other operating controls. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Replacement Parts. Instructions For Placing a Parts Order To place orders using a Visa/MasterCard call 800...
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... Number Serial Number If you require service. 3 Read your Owner's Manual carefully. It contains information you will help you operate your limited warranty rights. 20 Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In Use...
... Number Serial Number If you require service. 3 Read your Owner's Manual carefully. It contains information you will help you operate your limited warranty rights. 20 Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In Use...
