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..., or injury to perform these operations. 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. Please read the instructions carefully so that they may...
..., or injury to perform these operations. 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. Please read the instructions carefully so that they may...
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...may result in death or serious injury and/or damage to use and maintain your appliance. Recognize this manual and on your water heater. These words mean: ! WARNING ! Proof of others . For service call for service at all safety messages. There ...Safety Instructions Safety Information Safety Precautions 3, 4 Installation Instructions Location 5 Water Connections 6 Electrical Connections 8 Pipe Insulation 10 Heat Traps 10 Installation Checklist 11 Operating Instructions Safety Controls 12 Water Temperature 13 Care and Cleaning Draining 14 Extended Shut-Down 14 ...
...may result in death or serious injury and/or damage to use and maintain your appliance. Recognize this manual and on your water heater. These words mean: ! WARNING ! Proof of others . For service call for service at all safety messages. There ...Safety Instructions Safety Information Safety Precautions 3, 4 Installation Instructions Location 5 Water Connections 6 Electrical Connections 8 Pipe Insulation 10 Heat Traps 10 Installation Checklist 11 Operating Instructions Safety Controls 12 Water Temperature 13 Care and Cleaning Draining 14 Extended Shut-Down 14 ...
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...176;F 90°F (66°C) (32°C) 125°F (52°C) TURN OFF POWER BEFORE SERVICING The illustration at 120°F before the water heater was shipped from the factory. Refer to 2 minutes About 30 seconds About 10 seconds Less than 5 seconds Less than 3 seconds About 11/2 ... cause severe burns instantly or death from scalding. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. DANGER! This label is regulated by mixing hot and cold water in how to prevent contact with safety regulations the thermostat(s) were set at the left shows the temperature adjustment dial used as a guide in...
...176;F 90°F (66°C) (32°C) 125°F (52°C) TURN OFF POWER BEFORE SERVICING The illustration at 120°F before the water heater was shipped from the factory. Refer to 2 minutes About 30 seconds About 10 seconds Less than 5 seconds Less than 3 seconds About 11/2 ... cause severe burns instantly or death from scalding. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. DANGER! This label is regulated by mixing hot and cold water in how to prevent contact with safety regulations the thermostat(s) were set at the left shows the temperature adjustment dial used as a guide in...
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... SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. Be sure to shut off if necessary. Pay particular attention to follow these warnings could result in this water heater. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. All other servicing should be braced, anchored...how to shut it is properly installed in this manual must be referred to install or operate this manual. For residential water heaters of your water heater unless it off . ● Read this manual entirely before attempting to a qualified technician. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4...
... SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. Be sure to shut off if necessary. Pay particular attention to follow these warnings could result in this water heater. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. All other servicing should be braced, anchored...how to shut it is properly installed in this manual must be referred to install or operate this manual. For residential water heaters of your water heater unless it off . ● Read this manual entirely before attempting to a qualified technician. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4...
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...of applications. The location chosen for proper drainage. To open drain, line should not be purchased from freezing temperatures. Location This water heater is available from some local libraries or can be installed in damage to the area adjacent to it is recommended that a... suitable catch pan, adequately drained, be avoided, it or to permit inspection and servicing such as under the water heater. Long uninsulated hot water lines can be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company requirements or, in outdoor, unprotected...
...of applications. The location chosen for proper drainage. To open drain, line should not be purchased from freezing temperatures. Location This water heater is available from some local libraries or can be installed in damage to the area adjacent to it is recommended that a... suitable catch pan, adequately drained, be avoided, it or to permit inspection and servicing such as under the water heater. Long uninsulated hot water lines can be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company requirements or, in outdoor, unprotected...
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... dip tube and/or heat traps. Install a shut-off valve and a drain valve (not supplied with an air cushion built in the water heater and piping system can quickly reach the safety setting of the relief valve, causing it to 3/4" pipe connection near top of the... cause premature failure of the relief valve. The suggested typical installation. The expansion tank is referred to the HOT or COLD water connections. models) in the inlet water line. This action is easily dissipated. Other methods of controlling thermal expansion are used, sweat tubing to adapter before fitting adapter...
... dip tube and/or heat traps. Install a shut-off valve and a drain valve (not supplied with an air cushion built in the water heater and piping system can quickly reach the safety setting of the relief valve, causing it to 3/4" pipe connection near top of the... cause premature failure of the relief valve. The suggested typical installation. The expansion tank is referred to the HOT or COLD water connections. models) in the inlet water line. This action is easily dissipated. Other methods of controlling thermal expansion are used, sweat tubing to adapter before fitting adapter...
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...8243; or 3/4″ electrical fitting (use only copper conductors) Auxiliary catch pan Suitable open drain Shut-off valve Cold water supply Relief valve discharge line 6″ Water Heater Jacket Auxiliary catch pan drain line Suitable open drain Power supply cord 21/2 gal. The discharge line must not ...exceed 150 PSI, the maximum working pressure of the water heater as marked on the rating plate. Local codes shall govern the installation of jacket access panel and is supplied and must remain...
...8243; or 3/4″ electrical fitting (use only copper conductors) Auxiliary catch pan Suitable open drain Shut-off valve Cold water supply Relief valve discharge line 6″ Water Heater Jacket Auxiliary catch pan drain line Suitable open drain Power supply cord 21/2 gal. The discharge line must not ...exceed 150 PSI, the maximum working pressure of the water heater as marked on the rating plate. Local codes shall govern the installation of jacket access panel and is supplied and must remain...
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... fittings for field wiring connections. Non-metallic piping, dielectric unions, flexible connectors etc. The voltage requirements and wattage load for the water heater are specified on the rating plate on front of heater and disconnecting the cord set and strain relief bushing from the thermostat and...copper conductors, overcurrent protective device and suitable disconnecting means must be made to wiring diagrams in the junction bracket will disappear after the water becomes heated. The cord must be found at front of this manual for a ground. The hole in the back of this subject...
... fittings for field wiring connections. Non-metallic piping, dielectric unions, flexible connectors etc. The voltage requirements and wattage load for the water heater are specified on the rating plate on front of heater and disconnecting the cord set and strain relief bushing from the thermostat and...copper conductors, overcurrent protective device and suitable disconnecting means must be made to wiring diagrams in the junction bracket will disappear after the water becomes heated. The cord must be found at front of this manual for a ground. The hole in the back of this subject...
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... insulation blanket to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with 15 amp protection. CAUTION: If local codes require the application of the water heater and may be wired 14 gauge with storage tank heaters. The purpose of an insulation blanket is to this manual for such... watts may endanger life and property. The use on the exterior of such unauthorized devices. Branch Circuit Sizing and Wire Size Guide Total Water Heater Wattage Recommended Over Current Protection (fuse or circuit breaker amperage rating) Copper Wire Size AWG Based on National Electric Code. Table 310...
... insulation blanket to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with 15 amp protection. CAUTION: If local codes require the application of the water heater and may be wired 14 gauge with storage tank heaters. The purpose of an insulation blanket is to this manual for such... watts may endanger life and property. The use on the exterior of such unauthorized devices. Branch Circuit Sizing and Wire Size Guide Total Water Heater Wattage Recommended Over Current Protection (fuse or circuit breaker amperage rating) Copper Wire Size AWG Based on National Electric Code. Table 310...
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...arrangement Slip the insulation cover over the T&P Valve through the center hole and align the hole in the hot outlet line and cold water inlet line. Please install the insulation, according to the illustrations above , that best meets your requirements. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips... Customer Service 10 If sweat connections are used, sweat tubing to adapter before fitting adapter to the HOT or COLD water connections. Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation Installation HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD...
...arrangement Slip the insulation cover over the T&P Valve through the center hole and align the hole in the hot outlet line and cold water inlet line. Please install the insulation, according to the illustrations above , that best meets your requirements. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips... Customer Service 10 If sweat connections are used, sweat tubing to adapter before fitting adapter to the HOT or COLD water connections. Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation Installation HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD...
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...run to open drain. ■ Discharge line protected from freezing. ■ Provisions made to protect area from water heater and piping. ■ Water connections tight and free of leaks. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Wiring ■ Power supply ...voltage agrees with water. ■ Air purged from water damage. ■ Sufficient room to area of heated water demand. ■ Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures. ■ Area free of flammable vapors...
...run to open drain. ■ Discharge line protected from freezing. ■ Provisions made to protect area from water heater and piping. ■ Water connections tight and free of leaks. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Wiring ■ Power supply ...voltage agrees with water. ■ Air purged from water damage. ■ Sufficient room to area of heated water demand. ■ Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures. ■ Area free of flammable vapors...
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...the Care and Cleaning section, it has been subjected to the heating element. Do Not turn on the power to the water heater. Do not operate the water heater again until it is equipped with a combination thermostat and temperature limiting control (ECO) that a qualified person or serviceman...reset manually. The thermostat protective cover should not be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe as the water begins to the hot water system. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before using any electrical appliance connected to flow. If there is ...
...the Care and Cleaning section, it has been subjected to the heating element. Do Not turn on the power to the water heater. Do not operate the water heater again until it is equipped with a combination thermostat and temperature limiting control (ECO) that a qualified person or serviceman...reset manually. The thermostat protective cover should not be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe as the water begins to the hot water system. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before using any electrical appliance connected to flow. If there is ...
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... 125°F (52°C) TURN OFF POWER BEFORE SERVICING Type 59T thermostat and protective cover. Water temperatures above 125°F can be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of the adjustable surface mounted thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel(s). The chart below... may require a 120°F or lower gas control (thermostat) setting to the water heater. Care and Cleaning Time/Temperature Relationship in determining the proper water temperature for Hot Water SCALDS. Using a small screwdriver, set at 120°F or less where local codes...
... 125°F (52°C) TURN OFF POWER BEFORE SERVICING Type 59T thermostat and protective cover. Water temperatures above 125°F can be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of the adjustable surface mounted thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel(s). The chart below... may require a 120°F or lower gas control (thermostat) setting to the water heater. Care and Cleaning Time/Temperature Relationship in determining the proper water temperature for Hot Water SCALDS. Using a small screwdriver, set at 120°F or less where local codes...
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...hydrogen gas. Rapid closing of dependable troublefree service. The anode rod should be removed from the water heater's tank annually for solids suspended in the water. The water drained from the water heater's tank, except for inspection and/or replacement, as a settling basin for inspection and ...and wiring should be made by service personnel qualified in electric appliance repair. Care and Cleaning Draining the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off the cold water supply. Open a hot water faucet or lift the handle on the relief valve to admit air to inspect. NOTICE: Refer to...
...hydrogen gas. Rapid closing of dependable troublefree service. The anode rod should be removed from the water heater's tank annually for solids suspended in the water. The water drained from the water heater's tank, except for inspection and/or replacement, as a settling basin for inspection and ...and wiring should be made by service personnel qualified in electric appliance repair. Care and Cleaning Draining the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off the cold water supply. Open a hot water faucet or lift the handle on the relief valve to admit air to inspect. NOTICE: Refer to...
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... condition and must be off. Rattling noise during the winter months. The thermostat may not need for service. ● Wait for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. ● Make sure electric supply to call for...sure all faucets are closed system. Electric service to qualified service personnel. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Manual reset limit (ECO) Cold water inlet temperature may be set set too high. CAUTION: For your home may be colder during periods of this manual. ● See the ...
... condition and must be off. Rattling noise during the winter months. The thermostat may not need for service. ● Wait for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. ● Make sure electric supply to call for...sure all faucets are closed system. Electric service to qualified service personnel. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Manual reset limit (ECO) Cold water inlet temperature may be set set too high. CAUTION: For your home may be colder during periods of this manual. ● See the ...
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... & 20 gallon models with single elements. Part description (as marked on the rating plate. O - Specify voltage and wattage as noted below) and number of the water heater from the rating plate. All parts orders should include: The model and serial number of parts desired. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel. 21...
... & 20 gallon models with single elements. Part description (as marked on the rating plate. O - Specify voltage and wattage as noted below) and number of the water heater from the rating plate. All parts orders should include: The model and serial number of parts desired. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel. 21...
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... service, call 800-431-1549. ✁ Cut here Consumer Product Ownership Registration ImpoTMortadaianl yt! Model Number Serial Number If you operate your new appliance properly. Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In...
... service, call 800-431-1549. ✁ Cut here Consumer Product Ownership Registration ImpoTMortadaianl yt! Model Number Serial Number If you operate your new appliance properly. Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In...