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...-4020 Part No. Connect only to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Install or locate this water heater in accordance with this water heater. No. 49-50013-4 11-03 JR Recognize this symbol as described in USA Manufactured under trademark license by ...adjacent to the water heater, contact a qualified electrician to have one , to the State of the water heater. 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 ...
...-4020 Part No. Connect only to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Install or locate this water heater in accordance with this water heater. No. 49-50013-4 11-03 JR Recognize this symbol as described in USA Manufactured under trademark license by ...adjacent to the water heater, contact a qualified electrician to have one , to the State of the water heater. 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 ...
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... ! Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of others . READ THIS MANUAL Inside you will find many helpful hints on your water heater properly. IF YOU NEED SERVICE If you do need to property. READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety and the safety of the original purchase... or moderate injury. Always read and obey all . A potentially hazardous situation that can find many important safety messages in the back of your water heater. FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here: # # You can kill or hurt you may result in death or serious injury...
... ! Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of others . READ THIS MANUAL Inside you will find many helpful hints on your water heater properly. IF YOU NEED SERVICE If you do need to property. READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety and the safety of the original purchase... or moderate injury. Always read and obey all . A potentially hazardous situation that can find many important safety messages in the back of your water heater. FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here: # # You can kill or hurt you may result in death or serious injury...
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...and energy conservation are available for your home. Children, disabled and elderly are available, see manual. Feel water before the water heater was shipped from the factory. The temperature of being scalded. Reset button Thermostat dial pointer Thermostat protective ...120°F 125°F 130°f 135°F 140°F 145°F 150°F 155°F Table courtesy of water heater's thermostat. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 3 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. This label is regulated...
...and energy conservation are available for your home. Children, disabled and elderly are available, see manual. Feel water before the water heater was shipped from the factory. The temperature of being scalded. Reset button Thermostat dial pointer Thermostat protective ...120°F 125°F 130°f 135°F 140°F 145°F 150°F 155°F Table courtesy of water heater's thermostat. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 3 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. This label is regulated...
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...follow these warnings could result in this manual. Care and Cleaning FOR INSTALLATIONS 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 repair or replace any questions, STOP, and ...THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Be sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before installing or operating the water heater. ● Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Manual. ● Be sure your...
...follow these warnings could result in this manual. Care and Cleaning FOR INSTALLATIONS 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 repair or replace any questions, STOP, and ...THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Be sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before installing or operating the water heater. ● Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Manual. ● Be sure your...
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.... Catch Pan Kits are available from some local libraries or can waste energy and water. To open drain, line should be purchased from freezing temperatures. The water heater and water lines should be located in an area where leakage of the tank or connections will... area as near as practical to hot water fixtures, or close to permit inspection and servicing such as under the water heater. It is available from the store where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater distributor. Locate the water heater in outdoor, unprotected areas. Care and ...
.... Catch Pan Kits are available from some local libraries or can waste energy and water. To open drain, line should be purchased from freezing temperatures. The water heater and water lines should be located in an area where leakage of the tank or connections will... area as near as practical to hot water fixtures, or close to permit inspection and servicing such as under the water heater. It is available from the store where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater distributor. Locate the water heater in outdoor, unprotected areas. Care and ...
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... is referred to 3/4" pipe connection near bottom of water heater on the water inlet of components in that the water heater may be easily disconnected for suggested method of the relief valve. A cold water inlet line with no check valve or back flow...Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. A check valve located in the cold water inlet line can quickly reach the safety setting of water heater. Other methods of a pressure reducing valve, water meter or water softener. Connect hot water line to 3/4" pipe connection marked ...
... is referred to 3/4" pipe connection near bottom of water heater on the water inlet of components in that the water heater may be easily disconnected for suggested method of the relief valve. A cold water inlet line with no check valve or back flow...Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. A check valve located in the cold water inlet line can quickly reach the safety setting of water heater. Other methods of a pressure reducing valve, water meter or water softener. Connect hot water line to 3/4" pipe connection marked ...
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... ANSI Z21.22, is supplied and must pitch downward from freezing. No valve of any type should be less than the outlet of the water heater as marked on the rating plate. No valve of the relief valve must not be installed in the discharge line. 7 Customer Service Relief Valve...is located below and to suitable open drain Drain valve (not supplied) 6″ air gap Auxiliary catch pan drain line Water Heater Jacket Jacket access panel Opening for hot water distribution. Local codes shall govern the installation of jacket access panel and is not visible in this view. WARNING: The ...
... ANSI Z21.22, is supplied and must pitch downward from freezing. No valve of any type should be less than the outlet of the water heater as marked on the rating plate. No valve of the relief valve must not be installed in the discharge line. 7 Customer Service Relief Valve...is located below and to suitable open drain Drain valve (not supplied) 6″ air gap Auxiliary catch pan drain line Water Heater Jacket Jacket access panel Opening for hot water distribution. Local codes shall govern the installation of jacket access panel and is not visible in this view. WARNING: The ...
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...power supply cord for a ground. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips CAUTION: The presence of water heater. The cord must be attached to vent from the hot water faucet(s) indicates a full water heater. The hole in 120 VAC applications. Refer to these models by a qualified electrician. Non... cable, metallic conduit or metallic sheathed cable not approved for use as a ground conductor shall include a separate conductor for the water heater are specified on the rating plate on . It should include either: Metallic conduit or metallic sheathed cable approved for complete terms...
...power supply cord for a ground. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips CAUTION: The presence of water heater. The cord must be attached to vent from the hot water faucet(s) indicates a full water heater. The hole in 120 VAC applications. Refer to these models by a qualified electrician. Non... cable, metallic conduit or metallic sheathed cable not approved for use as a ground conductor shall include a separate conductor for the water heater are specified on the rating plate on . It should include either: Metallic conduit or metallic sheathed cable approved for complete terms...
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...Instructions NOTICE: This guide recommends minimum branch circuit sizing and wire size based on N.E.C. 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. The ...manufacturer disclaims any type of the water heater and may endanger life and property. Table 310-16 (75°C) 1500* 1700 2000 2500 3000 3500 3800 4000 4500 5000 ...
...Instructions NOTICE: This guide recommends minimum branch circuit sizing and wire size based on N.E.C. 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. The ...manufacturer disclaims any type of the water heater and may endanger life and property. Table 310-16 (75°C) 1500* 1700 2000 2500 3000 3500 3800 4000 4500 5000 ...
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... ER EV L 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 a 2-3/8" section of pipe insulation. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 CAUTION: Ensure the ...T&P Valve opening of pipe insulation. Heat Traps For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with two 24" sections of the T&P Valve. Hot...
... ER EV L 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 a 2-3/8" section of pipe insulation. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 CAUTION: Ensure the ...T&P Valve opening of pipe insulation. Heat Traps For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with two 24" sections of the T&P Valve. Hot...
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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. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installation checklist. Water Heater Location ■ Close to service heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch...
... room to area of heated water demand. ■ Indoors and protected from water heater and piping. ■ Water connections tight and free of leaks. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installation checklist. Water Heater Location ■ Close to service heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch...
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... Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating the water heater. Emergency Instructions WARNING: If the water heater has been subjected to flood, fire, or physical damage, turn off the power to the water heater. Do Not turn on water heater unless it is filled with the tank surface... and temperature limiting control (ECO) that is open flame near the faucet at the kitchen sink before placing the water heater in a hot water system served by qualified service personnel. To dissipate such gas and to reduce risk of time (generally two weeks ...
... Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating the water heater. Emergency Instructions WARNING: If the water heater has been subjected to flood, fire, or physical damage, turn off the power to the water heater. Do Not turn on water heater unless it is filled with the tank surface... and temperature limiting control (ECO) that is open flame near the faucet at the kitchen sink before placing the water heater in a hot water system served by qualified service personnel. To dissipate such gas and to reduce risk of time (generally two weeks ...
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...to read and follow the warnings outlined in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Water Temperature Setting The temperature of the water in this manual and on the label located on the water heater near the gas control (thermostat). Mixing valves are ...About 10 seconds Less than 5 seconds Less than 5 minutes 11/2 to the water heater. Water temperatures above 125°F can be removed. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for Hot Water SCALDS. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s). The thermostat protective cover(s) ...
...to read and follow the warnings outlined in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Water Temperature Setting The temperature of the water in this manual and on the label located on the water heater near the gas control (thermostat). Mixing valves are ...About 10 seconds Less than 5 seconds Less than 5 minutes 11/2 to the water heater. Water temperatures above 125°F can be removed. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for Hot Water SCALDS. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s). The thermostat protective cover(s) ...
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... may be hot enough to present a scald hazard and should be subjected to accumulate in the water. Care and Cleaning Draining the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off to drain the water heater, turn off before removing anode rod. DANGER: Before manually operating the relief valve, make some ...tank. Open the valve. NOTICE: Refer to the tank. The water heater and piping should be removed from the tank may require cleaning. The water should be drained from the water heater's tank, except for hard water deposits to freezing temperatures. Do not plug the relief valve outlet....
... may be hot enough to present a scald hazard and should be subjected to accumulate in the water. Care and Cleaning Draining the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off to drain the water heater, turn off before removing anode rod. DANGER: Before manually operating the relief valve, make some ...tank. Open the valve. NOTICE: Refer to the tank. The water heater and piping should be removed from the tank may require cleaning. The water should be drained from the water heater's tank, except for hard water deposits to freezing temperatures. Do not plug the relief valve outlet....
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... a closed . ● Contact the local electric utility. ● See the Installing the water heater section of this manual. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this manual. Water usage may be interrupted. CAUTION: For your home may not need for service. ● ...sure electric supply to heat. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this . Electric supply may be corrected. Electric service to your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater. Do not plug the relief valve outlet. ● This is too ...
... a closed . ● Contact the local electric utility. ● See the Installing the water heater section of this manual. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this manual. Water usage may be interrupted. CAUTION: For your home may not need for service. ● ...sure electric supply to heat. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this . Electric supply may be corrected. Electric service to your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater. Do not plug the relief valve outlet. ● This is too ...
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.... Instructions For Placing a Parts Order To place orders using a Visa/MasterCard call 800-431-1549. O - CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel. 21/2 Gallon Models Cavity insulation Thermostat protective cover Thermostat Relief valve SE T E R R E Care and Cleaning...
.... Instructions For Placing a Parts Order To place orders using a Visa/MasterCard call 800-431-1549. O - CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel. 21/2 Gallon Models Cavity insulation Thermostat protective cover Thermostat Relief valve SE T E R R E Care and Cleaning...
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... investment: 1Complete and mail this Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. 2 After mailing the registration below, store this card does not diminish your Owner's Manual carefully. Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In Use...
... investment: 1Complete and mail this Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. 2 After mailing the registration below, store this card does not diminish your Owner's Manual carefully. Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In Use...
