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... You Need Service...." California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of the water heater. If additional information is imperative that all persons who are expected to install, operate or adjust this manual. 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 water heater should be directed to the...
... You Need Service...." California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of the water heater. If additional information is imperative that all persons who are expected to install, operate or adjust this manual. 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 water heater should be directed to the...
Use and Care Manual
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... common problems in death or serious injury. This is only a phone call 800-431-1549. 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 Operating Instructions Safety Controls 12 Water Temperature 13 Care and Cleaning Draining 14 Extended Shut-Down 14 Maintenance 14 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 15 Customer Service Parts List 16 Wiring Diagram 18...
... common problems in death or serious injury. This is only a phone call 800-431-1549. 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 Operating Instructions Safety Controls 12 Water Temperature 13 Care and Cleaning Draining 14 Extended Shut-Down 14 Maintenance 14 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 15 Customer Service Parts List 16 Wiring Diagram 18...
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... located on the label pictured below. The temperature of water heater's thermostat. Dual element heaters have two thermostats. This label is regulated by mixing hot and cold water in determining the proper water temperature for setting the water temperature. See instruction manual before bathing or showering. Time/Temperature Relationship in how to be used for your home. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for Hot Water SCALDS. Temperature limiting valves are factors to adjust...
... located on the label pictured below. The temperature of water heater's thermostat. Dual element heaters have two thermostats. This label is regulated by mixing hot and cold water in determining the proper water temperature for setting the water temperature. See instruction manual before bathing or showering. Time/Temperature Relationship in how to be used for your home. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for Hot Water SCALDS. Temperature limiting valves are factors to adjust...
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... could result in this manual. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. WARNING! Care and Cleaning FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential water heaters must be obtained from a qualified service technician, or the local electric utility. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service For residential water heaters of life. All other servicing should be braced, anchored...
... could result in this manual. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. WARNING! Care and Cleaning FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential water heaters must be obtained from a qualified service technician, or the local electric utility. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service For residential water heaters of life. All other servicing should be braced, anchored...
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... greatest heated water demand. Location Locate the water heater in a clean dry area as near as removal of the tank or connections will result in damage to the area adjacent to be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company requirements or, in an area where leakage of elements or checking controls. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Inspect Shipment Inspect the water heater for proper drainage. To open drain...
... greatest heated water demand. Location Locate the water heater in a clean dry area as near as removal of the tank or connections will result in damage to the area adjacent to be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company requirements or, in an area where leakage of elements or checking controls. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Inspect Shipment Inspect the water heater for proper drainage. To open drain...
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... models. Install a shut-off valve Thermal expansion tank (if required) Heat trap 6″ minimum Anode Electrical junction box (use only copper conductors) Hot water outlet to fixtures Jacket access panel Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Relief valve discharge line to suitable open " water system, expanding water which exceeds the capacity of the water heater flows back into the main supply line, and the result of controlling thermal expansion are 3/4″ NPT sweat tubing to as "thermal expansion". This action is heated...
... models. Install a shut-off valve Thermal expansion tank (if required) Heat trap 6″ minimum Anode Electrical junction box (use only copper conductors) Hot water outlet to fixtures Jacket access panel Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Relief valve discharge line to suitable open " water system, expanding water which exceeds the capacity of the water heater flows back into the main supply line, and the result of controlling thermal expansion are 3/4″ NPT sweat tubing to as "thermal expansion". This action is heated...
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...". Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 7 Local codes shall govern the installation of water from operation with water. The water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from the hot water faucet(s) indicates a full water heater. A steady flow of relief valves. Condensation Condensation can form on the tank when it is first filled with an empty or partially empty tank. (Refer to eliminate potential water damage. Open the shut-off valve in the opening provided...
...". Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 7 Local codes shall govern the installation of water from operation with water. The water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from the hot water faucet(s) indicates a full water heater. A steady flow of relief valves. Condensation Condensation can form on the tank when it is first filled with an empty or partially empty tank. (Refer to eliminate potential water damage. Open the shut-off valve in the opening provided...
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... 10 8 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 8 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Non-metallic piping, dielectric unions, flexible connectors etc. Refer to local codes or latest edition of water in this manual for grounding. The water heater is provided for the water heater are specified on the rating plate on National Electric Code. CAUTION: The presence of National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70. The branch circuit wiring should be electrically isolated...
... 10 8 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 8 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Non-metallic piping, dielectric unions, flexible connectors etc. Refer to local codes or latest edition of water in this manual for grounding. The water heater is provided for the water heater are specified on the rating plate on National Electric Code. CAUTION: The presence of National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70. The branch circuit wiring should be electrically isolated...
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... standby loss requirements making an insulation blanket unnecessary. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 9 Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to the thermostat(s) and heating element(s), or pressure and temperature relief valve. This water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act standards with the water heater. The manufacturer's warranty does not cover any damage or defect caused by installation, attachment or use of any responsibility for external use of unauthorized energy saving devices may endanger life and...
... standby loss requirements making an insulation blanket unnecessary. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 9 Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to the thermostat(s) and heating element(s), or pressure and temperature relief valve. This water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act standards with the water heater. The manufacturer's warranty does not cover any damage or defect caused by installation, attachment or use of any responsibility for external use of unauthorized energy saving devices may endanger life and...
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... install the insulation, according to the water connections on heater. Any heat applied to the hot or cold water connections. Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with a 2-3/8" section of the T&P Valve. NOTICE: Do not apply heat to the water supply fittings will permanently damage the dip tube and/or heat traps. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 Relief Valve Insulation Installation CAUTION: Ensure the T&P Valve opening of pipe insulation. HOT...
... install the insulation, according to the water connections on heater. Any heat applied to the hot or cold water connections. Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with a 2-3/8" section of the T&P Valve. NOTICE: Do not apply heat to the water supply fittings will permanently damage the dip tube and/or heat traps. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 Relief Valve Insulation Installation CAUTION: Ensure the T&P Valve opening of pipe insulation. HOT...
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... to area of heated water demand. ■ Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures. ■ Area free of flammable vapors. ■ Sufficient fresh air supply for proper operation of proper size. ■ Electrical connections tight and unit properly grounded. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installation checklist. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or circuit breaker of water heater.
... to area of heated water demand. ■ Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures. ■ Area free of flammable vapors. ■ Sufficient fresh air supply for proper operation of proper size. ■ Electrical connections tight and unit properly grounded. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installation checklist. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or circuit breaker of water heater.
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... in service again. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before placing the water heater in understanding or following the Operating Instructions or the Care and Cleaning section, it has been thoroughly checked by qualified service technician and corrective action must be reset manually. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 12 Do Not turn on the power to the heating element. To reset the temperature limiting control: Turn off valve is recommended that has not been used...
... in service again. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before placing the water heater in understanding or following the Operating Instructions or the Care and Cleaning section, it has been thoroughly checked by qualified service technician and corrective action must be reset manually. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 12 Do Not turn on the power to the heating element. To reset the temperature limiting control: Turn off valve is recommended that has not been used...
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... Service Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions DANGER: There is a hot water scald potential if the thermostat is set at 120°F or less where local codes require. Households with small children, disabled, or elderly persons may be removed. Water Temperature Setting The temperature of the adjustable surface mounted thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel(s). Dual element heaters have two thermostats. Turn off the power to the desired temperature. The thermostat protective cover(s) should not be used...
... Service Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions DANGER: There is a hot water scald potential if the thermostat is set at 120°F or less where local codes require. Households with small children, disabled, or elderly persons may be removed. Water Temperature Setting The temperature of the adjustable surface mounted thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel(s). Dual element heaters have two thermostats. Turn off the power to the desired temperature. The thermostat protective cover(s) should not be used...
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... controls, heating element and wiring should be made by the valve. Open the valve. Do not plug the relief valve outlet. 14 Routine Preventative Maintenance Properly maintained, your plumbing contractor on the temperature pressure relief valve, located near the top of these deposits. At least once a year, lift and release the lever handle on how to the water heater before removing anode rod. Care and Cleaning Draining the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off to inspect. The anode rod should be removed...
... controls, heating element and wiring should be made by the valve. Open the valve. Do not plug the relief valve outlet. 14 Routine Preventative Maintenance Properly maintained, your plumbing contractor on the temperature pressure relief valve, located near the top of these deposits. At least once a year, lift and release the lever handle on how to the water heater before removing anode rod. Care and Cleaning Draining the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off to inspect. The anode rod should be removed...
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... Service 15 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Before You Call For Service... Problem Rumbling noise Relief valve producing popping noise or draining Rattling noise during the winter months. What To Do ● Remove and clean the heating elements. ● This is blown or a circuit breaker tripped. Cold water inlet temperature may be colder during periods of water usage Not enough or no hot water Water is normal for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker...
... Service 15 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Before You Call For Service... Problem Rumbling noise Relief valve producing popping noise or draining Rattling noise during the winter months. What To Do ● Remove and clean the heating elements. ● This is blown or a circuit breaker tripped. Cold water inlet temperature may be colder during periods of water usage Not enough or no hot water Water is normal for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker...
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... access panel Thermostat bracket Drain valve Cavity insulation Customer Service All parts orders should include: The model and serial number of electrical wiring, thermostat(s), heating elements or other operating controls. For 20-120 gallon models with single and double elements. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Replacement Parts. Specify voltage and wattage as noted below) and number of parts desired. Relief valve **Heat Trap **Nipple **Heat Trap **Nipple Dip tube Dip tube gasket Anode rod...
... access panel Thermostat bracket Drain valve Cavity insulation Customer Service All parts orders should include: The model and serial number of electrical wiring, thermostat(s), heating elements or other operating controls. For 20-120 gallon models with single and double elements. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Replacement Parts. Specify voltage and wattage as noted below) and number of parts desired. Relief valve **Heat Trap **Nipple **Heat Trap **Nipple Dip tube Dip tube gasket Anode rod...
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... the crossbar up and down until it breaks away from the remainder of the water heater. 17 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service NOTICE: The cavity insert crossbar is necessary for qualified service personnel ONLY, and should only be replaced. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions below: Turn off the power to the water heater. Replace the thermostat and/or element as necessary.
... the crossbar up and down until it breaks away from the remainder of the water heater. 17 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service NOTICE: The cavity insert crossbar is necessary for qualified service personnel ONLY, and should only be replaced. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions below: Turn off the power to the water heater. Replace the thermostat and/or element as necessary.
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... UPPER THERMOSTAT & HIGH TEMP. LIMIT (ECO) UPPER HEATING ELEMENT BLACK RED BLACK RED 1 2 BLACK LOWER HEATING ELEMENT LOWER THERMOSTAT Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 18 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Wiring diagrams. Wiring Diagrams for Type-59T Therm-o-disc Thermostats Single Element Models L1 G* L2 BRANCH CIRCUIT TO ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION PANEL 240 V. BLACK RED JUNCTION BOX 1 3 THERMOSTAT & HIGH TEMP. 2 4 LIMIT (ECO) 1 2 HEATING ELEMENT Double Element Models L1 G* L2 BRANCH CIRCUIT TO ELECTRICAL...
... UPPER THERMOSTAT & HIGH TEMP. LIMIT (ECO) UPPER HEATING ELEMENT BLACK RED BLACK RED 1 2 BLACK LOWER HEATING ELEMENT LOWER THERMOSTAT Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 18 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Wiring diagrams. Wiring Diagrams for Type-59T Therm-o-disc Thermostats Single Element Models L1 G* L2 BRANCH CIRCUIT TO ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION PANEL 240 V. BLACK RED JUNCTION BOX 1 3 THERMOSTAT & HIGH TEMP. 2 4 LIMIT (ECO) 1 2 HEATING ELEMENT Double Element Models L1 G* L2 BRANCH CIRCUIT TO ELECTRICAL...
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... In Use Month Phone Number Zip Code Day _ Year _ NOTICE: Failure to protect your new appliance investment: 1Complete and mail this Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. 2 After mailing the registration below, store this card does not diminish your limited warranty rights. 20 It contains information you will help you operate your Owner's Manual carefully. It will need should you require service...
... In Use Month Phone Number Zip Code Day _ Year _ NOTICE: Failure to protect your new appliance investment: 1Complete and mail this Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. 2 After mailing the registration below, store this card does not diminish your limited warranty rights. 20 It contains information you will help you operate your Owner's Manual carefully. It will need should you require service...
Energy Guide
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... only on your utility rates and use. Govern meal Federal law prohibits renurval al this label More wiliSIJIM purchase EnERGYGUIDE Wafer Dealer - ELECTRIC Clplcrly flit hoot ratiogl . 53 GALLIES Model PEL111141ORAAH COCEIEti Estimated Yearly Operating Cost $508 Cosi Range of Similar rifionei $531 4773kwh Est coaled Yearly Eleciricitv lJse your cost will depend on models of 1I65 cents per...
... only on your utility rates and use. Govern meal Federal law prohibits renurval al this label More wiliSIJIM purchase EnERGYGUIDE Wafer Dealer - ELECTRIC Clplcrly flit hoot ratiogl . 53 GALLIES Model PEL111141ORAAH COCEIEti Estimated Yearly Operating Cost $508 Cosi Range of Similar rifionei $531 4773kwh Est coaled Yearly Eleciricitv lJse your cost will depend on models of 1I65 cents per...
