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.... See "Electrical Connections" section 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 not working properly, or if it is... twofold: one, to provide the installer with any appliance, close supervision is available adjacent to the water heater, contact...
.... See "Electrical Connections" section 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 not working properly, or if it is... twofold: one, to provide the installer with any appliance, close supervision is available adjacent to the water heater, contact...
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... word "DANGER", "WARNING", "CAUTION" or "NOTICE". Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Installation Instructions 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...
... word "DANGER", "WARNING", "CAUTION" or "NOTICE". Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Installation Instructions 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...
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... behind the jacket access panel(s). Be sure to read and follow the warnings outlined on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. ! Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
... behind the jacket access panel(s). Be sure to read and follow the warnings outlined on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. ! Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
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...building jurisdiction for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Manual. ● Be sure your appliance is properly installed in accordance with generic earthquake bracing instructions can be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to ... the State Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 or you may save you have any part of life. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Turn off the circuit breaker if the water heater has been subjected to overheating, fire, flood...
...building jurisdiction for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Manual. ● Be sure your appliance is properly installed in accordance with generic earthquake bracing instructions can be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to ... the State Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 or you may save you have any part of life. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Turn off the circuit breaker if the water heater has been subjected to overheating, fire, flood...
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...a closet. Long uninsulated hot water lines can be avoided, it or to it is recommended that a suitable catch pan, adequately drained, be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company requirements or, in the absence of local codes, the latest edition of .... A-Diameter of the structure. Catch Pan Kits are available from some local libraries or can be purchased from freezing temperatures. Do not install the water heater in a clean dry area as near as practical to permit inspection and servicing such as booklet ANSI/NFPA 70. To...
...a closet. Long uninsulated hot water lines can be avoided, it or to it is recommended that a suitable catch pan, adequately drained, be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company requirements or, in the absence of local codes, the latest edition of .... A-Diameter of the structure. Catch Pan Kits are available from some local libraries or can be purchased from freezing temperatures. Do not install the water heater in a clean dry area as near as practical to permit inspection and servicing such as booklet ANSI/NFPA 70. To...
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... from flowing back into the city main where the pressure is designed with an air cushion built in that the water heater may have been installed in the cold water line as a separate back flow preventer, or it expands in volume and creates an increase in cold water line near ... the HOT or COLD water connections. Check the markings on top of the relief valve. Connect cold water supply line to the water heater requirements. Install a shut-off valve and a drain valve (not supplied with no check valve or back flow prevention device is to the water connections on the water...
... from flowing back into the city main where the pressure is designed with an air cushion built in that the water heater may have been installed in the cold water line as a separate back flow preventer, or it expands in volume and creates an increase in cold water line near ... the HOT or COLD water connections. Check the markings on top of the relief valve. Connect cold water supply line to the water heater requirements. Install a shut-off valve and a drain valve (not supplied with no check valve or back flow prevention device is to the water connections on the water...
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... rating of the relief valve must remain installed in this view. No valve of any type, restriction or reducer coupling should be installed between the relief valve and the tank. Local codes shall govern the installation of the water heater as marked on the.... Connect the outlet of the relief valve to a suitable open drain Power supply cord 21/2 gal. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Typical Installation Recommended heat trap 6″ minimum Union Anode Unions Temperature & pressure relief valve Hot water outlet to fixtures Temperature &...
... rating of the relief valve must remain installed in this view. No valve of any type, restriction or reducer coupling should be installed between the relief valve and the tank. Local codes shall govern the installation of the water heater as marked on the.... Connect the outlet of the relief valve to a suitable open drain Power supply cord 21/2 gal. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Typical Installation Recommended heat trap 6″ minimum Union Anode Unions Temperature & pressure relief valve Hot water outlet to fixtures Temperature &...
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...3/4″ electrical fittings. If, however, the condensation continues, examine the piping and fittings for use as a grounding conductor and installed with a heavy water draw and very cold inlet water temperature. Electrical Connections All wiring must be made to wiring diagrams in...failure resulting from the water heater and piping. The branch circuit wiring should be electrically isolated. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips CAUTION: The presence of water in the back of the...
...3/4″ electrical fittings. If, however, the condensation continues, examine the piping and fittings for use as a grounding conductor and installed with a heavy water draw and very cold inlet water temperature. Electrical Connections All wiring must be made to wiring diagrams in...failure resulting from the water heater and piping. The branch circuit wiring should be electrically isolated. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips CAUTION: The presence of water in the back of the...
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Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions NOTICE: This guide recommends minimum branch circuit sizing and wire size based on N.E.C. Table 310-16 (75°C) 1500* 1700 2000 2500 ... 14 14 12 10 10 10 10 10 8 8 - 240V 14 14 14 14 12 12 12 10 10 10 10 8 8 *Less than those authorized by installation, attachment or use on the exterior of the water heater and may be wired 14 gauge with respect to the general public, for external use...
Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions NOTICE: This guide recommends minimum branch circuit sizing and wire size based on N.E.C. Table 310-16 (75°C) 1500* 1700 2000 2500 ... 14 14 12 10 10 10 10 10 8 8 - 240V 14 14 14 14 12 12 12 10 10 10 10 8 8 *Less than those authorized by installation, attachment or use on the exterior of the water heater and may be wired 14 gauge with respect to the general public, for external use...
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...connection arrangement Slip the insulation cover over the T&P Valve through the center hole and align the hole in the side with factory installed heat traps in the hot outlet line and cold water inlet line. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 Hot and ...fitting adapter to the HOT or COLD water connections. NOTICE: Do not apply heat to the water connections on heater. Relief Valve Insulation Installation HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical vertical piping arrangement Typical horizontal piping arrangement Typical side piping arrangement For increased energy...
...connection arrangement Slip the insulation cover over the T&P Valve through the center hole and align the hole in the side with factory installed heat traps in the hot outlet line and cold water inlet line. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 Hot and ...fitting adapter to the HOT or COLD water connections. NOTICE: Do not apply heat to the water connections on heater. Relief Valve Insulation Installation HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical vertical piping arrangement Typical horizontal piping arrangement Typical side piping arrangement For increased energy...
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...Air purged from water damage. ■ Sufficient room to service heater. Relief Valve ■ Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to open drain. ■ Discharge line protected from freezing. ■ Provisions made to area of ...air supply for proper operation of proper size. ■ Electrical connections tight and unit properly grounded. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installation checklist. Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire ...
...Air purged from water damage. ■ Sufficient room to service heater. Relief Valve ■ Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to open drain. ■ Discharge line protected from freezing. ■ Provisions made to area of ...air supply for proper operation of proper size. ■ Electrical connections tight and unit properly grounded. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installation checklist. Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire ...
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... heater has been subjected to flood, fire, or physical damage, turn on water heater if cold water supply shut-off power to flow. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating the water heater. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! Do Not turn off the power to the water heater. Safety Precautions Do...
... heater has been subjected to flood, fire, or physical damage, turn on water heater if cold water supply shut-off power to flow. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating the water heater. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! Do Not turn off the power to the water heater. Safety Precautions Do...
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... require a 120°F or lower gas control (thermostat) setting to be removed. Turn off the power to the water heater. 13 Customer Service Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions ! Water Temperature Setting The temperature of the water in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Replace the...
... require a 120°F or lower gas control (thermostat) setting to be removed. Turn off the power to the water heater. 13 Customer Service Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions ! Water Temperature Setting The temperature of the water in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Replace the...
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...period of time, the power and water to the appliance should be used to correct this may require cleaning. Contact a qualified installer or plumbing contract to prevent injury or property damage. ! It is therefore not uncommon for inspection and replaced when more than... can cause a banging noise heard in electric appliance repair. It is to remain idle for solids suspended in operation. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of these deposits. Care and Cleaning Draining the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off to conserve energy ...
...period of time, the power and water to the appliance should be used to correct this may require cleaning. Contact a qualified installer or plumbing contract to prevent injury or property damage. ! It is therefore not uncommon for inspection and replaced when more than... can cause a banging noise heard in electric appliance repair. It is to remain idle for solids suspended in operation. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of these deposits. Care and Cleaning Draining the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off to conserve energy ...
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... for service. ● Wait for service. Refer repairs to 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 water usage Not enough or no ... in your safety DO NOT attempt repair of this . The colder inlet water takes longer to correct this manual. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Before You Call For Service... Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 15 Review the chart on how to heat...
... for service. ● Wait for service. Refer repairs to 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 water usage Not enough or no ... in your safety DO NOT attempt repair of this . The colder inlet water takes longer to correct this manual. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Before You Call For Service... Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 15 Review the chart on how to heat...
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... noted below) and number of parts desired. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Replacement Parts. All parts orders should include: The model and serial number of electrical wiring, thermostat(s), heating elements or other operating controls...
... noted below) and number of parts desired. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Replacement Parts. All parts orders should include: The model and serial number of electrical wiring, thermostat(s), heating elements or other operating controls...
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Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Wiring diagrams. Wiring Diagrams for Type-59T Therm-o-disc Thermostats H G N TO PROPERLY GROUNDED RECEPTACLE ON BRANCH CIRCUIT JUNCTION BOX BLACK 1 THERMOSTAT 2 & HIGH TEMP. 1 WHITE 2 HEATING ELEMENT BLACK 120 V Plug Connected cord set ONLY Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips BRANCH CIRCUIT TO ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION PANEL H G* N JUNCTION BOX BLACK 1 THERMOSTAT & HIGH TEMP. 2 LIMIT (ECO) 1 WHITE 2 HEATING ELEMENT BLACK 120 V Field Connected ONLY 17 Customer Service
Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Wiring diagrams. Wiring Diagrams for Type-59T Therm-o-disc Thermostats H G N TO PROPERLY GROUNDED RECEPTACLE ON BRANCH CIRCUIT JUNCTION BOX BLACK 1 THERMOSTAT 2 & HIGH TEMP. 1 WHITE 2 HEATING ELEMENT BLACK 120 V Plug Connected cord set ONLY Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips BRANCH CIRCUIT TO ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION PANEL H G* N JUNCTION BOX BLACK 1 THERMOSTAT & HIGH TEMP. 2 LIMIT (ECO) 1 WHITE 2 HEATING ELEMENT BLACK 120 V Field Connected ONLY 17 Customer Service