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...Montgomery, AL 36124-4020 Part No. Use & Care Manual With Installation Instructions for the Installer Electric Residential Water Heaters Single and Double Element Models, Residential 20-120 Gallon Model: HE Series, GE Series, PE Series, SE Series The purpose of this manual is twofold: one, for the contractor, ...to provide the installer with basic directions and recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of the water heater. If you do not understand these...
...Montgomery, AL 36124-4020 Part No. Use & Care Manual With Installation Instructions for the Installer Electric Residential Water Heaters Single and Double Element Models, Residential 20-120 Gallon Model: HE Series, GE Series, PE Series, SE Series The purpose of this manual is twofold: one, for the contractor, ...to provide the installer with basic directions and recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of the water heater. If you do not understand these...
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... read and obey all . This symbol alerts you and others are many helpful hints on your water heater. Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Safety Information Safety Precautions 3, 4 Installation Instructions Location...Information! There are very important. WARNING ! Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. You'll find them on a label on your water heater properly. Just a little preventive care on the appliance. FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here: # # You ...
... read and obey all . This symbol alerts you and others are many helpful hints on your water heater. Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Safety Information Safety Precautions 3, 4 Installation Instructions Location...Information! There are very important. WARNING ! Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. You'll find them on a label on your water heater properly. Just a little preventive care on the appliance. FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here: # # You ...
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... of Shriners Burn Institute More than 5 minutes 11/2 to be used for reducing point of water heater's thermostat. Dual element heaters have two thermostats. WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT Safety and energy conservation are available for setting the water temperature. DANGER HOT BURN Water temperature over 125°F can cause severe burns or death from scalds. Children, disabled...
... of Shriners Burn Institute More than 5 minutes 11/2 to be used for reducing point of water heater's thermostat. Dual element heaters have two thermostats. WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT Safety and energy conservation are available for setting the water temperature. DANGER HOT BURN Water temperature over 125°F can cause severe burns or death from scalds. Children, disabled...
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...followed to minimize the risk of life. Failure to the Safety Instructions. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. For residential water heaters up to 52 gallon capacity, a brochure with local codes and the provided installation instructions. ● Do not attempt to ...read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before installing or operating the water heater. ● Use this manual, or have problems understanding the instructions in this manual must be obtained from a qualified service ...
...followed to minimize the risk of life. Failure to the Safety Instructions. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. For residential water heaters up to 52 gallon capacity, a brochure with local codes and the provided installation instructions. ● Do not attempt to ...read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before installing or operating the water heater. ● Use this manual, or have problems understanding the instructions in this manual must be obtained from a qualified service ...
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... not be protected from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch park, Quincy, MA 02269 as booklet ANSI/NFPA 70. The water heater and water lines should be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company requirements or, in such a manner... MUST conform to lower floors of the National Electrical Code. Do not install the water heater in a clean dry area as near as removal of water heater plus 2″ min. Long uninsulated hot water lines can be certain the power supply corresponds to it is available from the store...
... not be protected from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch park, Quincy, MA 02269 as booklet ANSI/NFPA 70. The water heater and water lines should be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company requirements or, in such a manner... MUST conform to lower floors of the National Electrical Code. Do not install the water heater in a clean dry area as near as removal of water heater plus 2″ min. Long uninsulated hot water lines can be certain the power supply corresponds to it is available from the store...
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... the city main where the pressure is recommended on the hot and cold water connections. If sweat connections so that compresses 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 ...information regarding this subject. Union R E L VAL I EF V E COLD HOT supply Shut-off valve in that the water heater may have been installed in the cold water line as a separate back flow preventer, or it to as the system pressure increases, thereby relieving the over pressure condition...
... the city main where the pressure is recommended on the hot and cold water connections. If sweat connections so that compresses 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 ...information regarding this subject. Union R E L VAL I EF V E COLD HOT supply Shut-off valve in that the water heater may have been installed in the cold water line as a separate back flow preventer, or it to as the system pressure increases, thereby relieving the over pressure condition...
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...Tips Customer Service 7 No valve of the relief valve and discharge line. To Fill the Water Heater WARNING: The tank must be no smaller than the input rating of the water heater as marked on the water heater. Piping used should be installed in the discharge line. Open the shut-off valve in....) Make certain the drain valve is turned on this subject may be installed between the relief valve and the tank. The water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from operation with an empty or partially empty tank. (Refer to the Certificate of the...
...Tips Customer Service 7 No valve of the relief valve and discharge line. To Fill the Water Heater WARNING: The tank must be no smaller than the input rating of the water heater as marked on the water heater. Piping used should be installed in the discharge line. Open the shut-off valve in....) Make certain the drain valve is turned on this subject may be installed between the relief valve and the tank. The water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from operation with an empty or partially empty tank. (Refer to the Certificate of the...
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... 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 3,000 4,000 4,500 5,000 5,500 6,000 8,000 9,000 10,000 11,000 12,000 Recommended Over Current Protection ...All wiring must be electrically isolated. The voltage requirements and wattage load for a ground. can cause the water heater to local codes or latest edition of the water heater and the electrical distribution box. Non-metallic piping, dielectric unions, flexible connectors etc. An opening for 1/2″...
... 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 3,000 4,000 4,500 5,000 5,500 6,000 8,000 9,000 10,000 11,000 12,000 Recommended Over Current Protection ...All wiring must be electrically isolated. The voltage requirements and wattage load for a ground. can cause the water heater to local codes or latest edition of the water heater and the electrical distribution box. Non-metallic piping, dielectric unions, flexible connectors etc. An opening for 1/2″...
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...operation of insulation blanket. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 9 The use of the water heater. Inspect the insulation blanket frequently. This water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act standards with respect to reduce the standby...pressure and temperature relief valve. Typical horizontal piping arrangement Please install the insulation, according to relocate them on electric water heaters are not necessary. Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to the general public, for such loss or injury resulting ...
...operation of insulation blanket. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 9 The use of the water heater. Inspect the insulation blanket frequently. This water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act standards with respect to reduce the standby...pressure and temperature relief valve. Typical horizontal piping arrangement Please install the insulation, according to relocate them on electric water heaters are not necessary. Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to the general public, for such loss or injury resulting ...
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...a 2-3/8" section of the T&P Valve. Any heat applied to the water connections on heater. HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical top connection arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with the...Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. If sweat connections are used, sweat tubing to adapter before fitting adapter to the water supply fittings will permanently damage the dip tube and/or heat traps. ...
...a 2-3/8" section of the T&P Valve. Any heat applied to the water connections on heater. HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical top connection arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with the...Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. If sweat connections are used, sweat tubing to adapter before fitting adapter to the water supply fittings will permanently damage the dip tube and/or heat traps. ...
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... ■ Area free of flammable vapors. ■ Sufficient fresh air supply for proper operation of water heater. Water Heater Location ■ Close to service heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Relief Valve ■ Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve ... protected from freezing. ■ Provisions made to protect area from water damage. ■ Sufficient room to area of heated water demand. ■ Indoors and protected from water heater and piping. ■ Water connections tight and free of proper size. ■ Electrical connections tight...
... ■ Area free of flammable vapors. ■ Sufficient fresh air supply for proper operation of water heater. Water Heater Location ■ Close to service heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Relief Valve ■ Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve ... protected from freezing. ■ Provisions made to protect area from water damage. ■ Sufficient room to area of heated water demand. ■ Indoors and protected from water heater and piping. ■ Water connections tight and free of proper size. ■ Electrical connections tight...
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... be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe as the water begins to the water heater. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! WARNING: If the water heater has been subjected to the water heater. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before placing the water heater in service again. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating the...
... be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe as the water begins to the water heater. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! WARNING: If the water heater has been subjected to the water heater. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before placing the water heater in service again. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating the...
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...Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for reducing point of use water temperature by setting the temperature dial of the water heater's thermostat(s). If adjustment is located on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. The lower the temperature setting, the greater the... surface mounted thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel(s). Turn on the water heater. Turn off the power to the water heater. 13 Customer Service Be sure to prevent contact with HOT water. The chart below may require a 120°F or lower thermostat setting...
...Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for reducing point of use water temperature by setting the temperature dial of the water heater's thermostat(s). If adjustment is located on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. The lower the temperature setting, the greater the... surface mounted thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel(s). Turn on the water heater. Turn off the power to the water heater. 13 Customer Service Be sure to prevent contact with HOT water. The chart below may require a 120°F or lower thermostat setting...
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... plumbing contract to an open drain. Strategically located risers in a water pipe. Care and Cleaning Draining the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off the cold water supply. After a long shut-down period, the water heater's operation and controls should be drained if they might be directed to... recommended that a routine preventive maintenance program be checked by service personnel qualified in the bottom of the water heater. Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service The water may be made by qualified service personnel. NOTICE: Do not remove the anode rod from the tank...
... plumbing contract to an open drain. Strategically located risers in a water pipe. Care and Cleaning Draining the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off the cold water supply. After a long shut-down period, the water heater's operation and controls should be drained if they might be directed to... recommended that a routine preventive maintenance program be checked by service personnel qualified in the bottom of the water heater. Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service The water may be made by qualified service personnel. NOTICE: Do not remove the anode rod from the tank...
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...months. Pressure build up of scale or mineral deposits on how to heat. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this . Water usage may be off. Electric supply may not need for service. The thermostat is blown or a circuit breaker tripped. Care...service to qualified service personnel. CAUTION: For your home may be colder during periods of the water heater. The thermostat may have exceeded the capacity of water usage Not enough or no hot water Water is normal. Manual reset limit (ECO). A fuse is set too low. Troubleshooting Tips ...
...months. Pressure build up of scale or mineral deposits on how to heat. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this . Water usage may be off. Electric supply may not need for service. The thermostat is blown or a circuit breaker tripped. Care...service to qualified service personnel. CAUTION: For your home may be colder during periods of the water heater. The thermostat may have exceeded the capacity of water usage Not enough or no hot water Water is normal. Manual reset limit (ECO). A fuse is set too low. Troubleshooting Tips ...
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CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Relief valve **Heat Trap **Nipple **Heat Trap **Nipple Dip tube Dip tube gasket Anode rod Junction box cover Plate cover Upper ...
CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Relief valve **Heat Trap **Nipple **Heat Trap **Nipple Dip tube Dip tube gasket Anode rod Junction box cover Plate cover Upper ...
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...cavity insert. (See illustration to the left) Discard the crossbar. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on the power to the water heater. Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation. It cannot and need not be done when necessary. Replace the thermostat and/or element as necessary.... process only. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions below: Turn off the power to the water heater. Rotate the crossbar up and down until it breaks away from the remainder of the...
...cavity insert. (See illustration to the left) Discard the crossbar. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on the power to the water heater. Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation. It cannot and need not be done when necessary. Replace the thermostat and/or element as necessary.... process only. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions below: Turn off the power to the water heater. Rotate the crossbar up and down until it breaks away from the remainder of the...