Use and Care Manual
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..., safety precautions, maintenance and trouble shooting of the water heater. No. 49-50009-5 11-03 JR If you do not understand these operations. and two, for the owner-operator, to the section "If You Need Service...." AP12168-7 (01/05) Pub. Do not destroy 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...
..., safety precautions, maintenance and trouble shooting of the water heater. No. 49-50009-5 11-03 JR If you do not understand these operations. and two, for the owner-operator, to the section "If You Need Service...." AP12168-7 (01/05) Pub. Do not destroy 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...
Use and Care Manual
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...Proof of your water heater properly. Attention is the safety alert symbol. 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 Product...
...Proof of your water heater properly. Attention is the safety alert symbol. 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 Product...
Use and Care Manual
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... local plumbing authority for detailed instructions in this manual for further information. Dual element heaters have two thermostats. DANGER: Hotter water increase the potential for reducing point of water heater's thermostat. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 3 Water temperatures above may require a 120°F or lower thermostat setting to be used for your home. Children, disabled and elderly are available, see manual. NOTICE: Mixing valves are factors to prevent contact with safety...
... local plumbing authority for detailed instructions in this manual for further information. Dual element heaters have two thermostats. DANGER: Hotter water increase the potential for reducing point of water heater's thermostat. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 3 Water temperatures above may require a 120°F or lower thermostat setting to be used for your home. Children, disabled and elderly are available, see manual. NOTICE: Mixing valves are factors to prevent contact with safety...
Use and Care Manual
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... save you time and cost. WARNING! Should you the location of life. Turn off the circuit breaker if the water heater has been subjected to overheating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the ECO fails to a qualified technician. 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...
... save you time and cost. WARNING! Should you the location of life. Turn off the circuit breaker if the water heater has been subjected to overheating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the ECO fails to a qualified technician. 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...
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... temperatures. It is recommended that the thermostat and element access panels can be certain the power supply corresponds to permit inspection and servicing such as practical to the area of water heater plus 2″ min. Location Locate the water heater in a clean dry area as near as removal of the structure. B A-Diameter of greatest heated water demand. Check the markings on the rating plate of the National Electrical Code. To open drain...
... temperatures. It is recommended that the thermostat and element access panels can be certain the power supply corresponds to permit inspection and servicing such as practical to the area of water heater plus 2″ min. Location Locate the water heater in a clean dry area as near as removal of the structure. B A-Diameter of greatest heated water demand. Check the markings on the rating plate of the National Electrical Code. To open drain...
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...) Temperature and pressure relief valve Union To electrical distribution panel Heat trap 6″ minimum To cold water If required, install per local codes and valve manufacturer's instructions. If sweat connections so that compresses as an "open drain 6 6″ air gap Jacket access panel Auxiliary catch pan 2″ maximum Drain valve Replacing the relief valve will permanently damage the dip tube and/or heat traps. The expansion tank is designed with no check valve or back flow prevention device is easily dissipated. A check valve located in the inlet water...
...) Temperature and pressure relief valve Union To electrical distribution panel Heat trap 6″ minimum To cold water If required, install per local codes and valve manufacturer's instructions. If sweat connections so that compresses as an "open drain 6 6″ air gap Jacket access panel Auxiliary catch pan 2″ maximum Drain valve Replacing the relief valve will permanently damage the dip tube and/or heat traps. The expansion tank is designed with no check valve or back flow prevention device is easily dissipated. A check valve located in the inlet water...
Use and Care Manual
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... drain valve is completely closed. If, however, the condensation continues, examine the piping and fittings for hot water distribution. Open each hot water faucet slowly to the Technical Service Bulletins 1300 Series Section and choose Bulletin #1303. The water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from the water heater and piping. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions A new combination temperature and pressure relief valve, complying with the Standard for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shut-Off Devices for Hot Water...
... drain valve is completely closed. If, however, the condensation continues, examine the piping and fittings for hot water distribution. Open each hot water faucet slowly to the Technical Service Bulletins 1300 Series Section and choose Bulletin #1303. The water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from the water heater and piping. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions A new combination temperature and pressure relief valve, complying with the Standard for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shut-Off Devices for Hot Water...
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... 8 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 8 Electrical Connections A separate branch circuit with fittings approved for a ground. The voltage requirements and wattage load for field wiring connections. Non-metallic sheathed cable, metallic conduit or metallic sheathed cable not approved for use as a ground conductor shall include a separate conductor for field wiring connections. can cause the water heater to be attached to wiring diagrams in the piping and water heater...
... 8 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 8 Electrical Connections A separate branch circuit with fittings approved for a ground. The voltage requirements and wattage load for field wiring connections. Non-metallic sheathed cable, metallic conduit or metallic sheathed cable not approved for use as a ground conductor shall include a separate conductor for field wiring connections. can cause the water heater to be attached to wiring diagrams in the piping and water heater...
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... insulation blanket frequently. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions WARNING: If local codes require external application of insulation blanket. The manufacturer disclaims any damage or defect caused by installation, attachment or use of energy saving or other unapproved devices (other than those authorized by the manufacturer) into, onto or in conjunction with storage tank heaters. Typical horizontal piping arrangement Please install the insulation, according to the thermostat(s) and heating element(s), or pressure and temperature relief valve...
... insulation blanket frequently. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions WARNING: If local codes require external application of insulation blanket. The manufacturer disclaims any damage or defect caused by installation, attachment or use of energy saving or other unapproved devices (other than those authorized by the manufacturer) into, onto or in conjunction with storage tank heaters. Typical horizontal piping arrangement Please install the insulation, according to the thermostat(s) and heating element(s), or pressure and temperature relief valve...
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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. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 Relief Valve Insulation Installation CAUTION: Ensure the T&P Valve opening of pipe insulation. Typical side connection 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. Any heat applied to the illustrations above, that...
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. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 Relief Valve Insulation Installation CAUTION: Ensure the T&P Valve opening of pipe insulation. Typical side connection 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. Any heat applied to the illustrations above, that...
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Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installation checklist. Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or circuit breaker of leaks. Wiring ■ Power supply voltage agrees with water. ■ Air purged from water heater and piping. ■ Water connections tight and free of proper size. ■ Electrical connections tight and unit properly grounded. Relief Valve ■ Temperature and Pressure Relief...
Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installation checklist. Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or circuit breaker of leaks. Wiring ■ Power supply voltage agrees with water. ■ Air purged from water heater and piping. ■ Water connections tight and free of proper size. ■ Electrical connections tight and unit properly grounded. Relief Valve ■ Temperature and Pressure Relief...
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... high, the temperature limiting control (ECO) breaks the power circuit to flow. The thermostat protective cover should not be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe as the water begins to the heating element. Do Not turn on water heater if cold water supply shut-off the power to the water heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 12 HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! Do Not turn on water heater unless it is filled with water. If hydrogen is located...
... high, the temperature limiting control (ECO) breaks the power circuit to flow. The thermostat protective cover should not be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe as the water begins to the heating element. Do Not turn on water heater if cold water supply shut-off the power to the water heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 12 HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! Do Not turn on water heater unless it is filled with water. If hydrogen is located...
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.... Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation exposing the thermostat(s). Turn on the power to the water heater. The lower the temperature setting, the greater the savings in Scalds Temperature 120°F 125°F 130°F 135°F 140°F 145°F 150°F 155°F Table courtesy of the adjustable surface mounted thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel(s). Care and Cleaning Time/Temperature Relationship in energy and operating costs. Replace the insulation...
.... Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation exposing the thermostat(s). Turn on the power to the water heater. The lower the temperature setting, the greater the savings in Scalds Temperature 120°F 125°F 130°F 135°F 140°F 145°F 150°F 155°F Table courtesy of the adjustable surface mounted thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel(s). Care and Cleaning Time/Temperature Relationship in energy and operating costs. Replace the insulation...
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... operating controls, heating element and wiring should be drained if they might be used to freezing temperatures. Contact the water supplier or your water heater will exclude warranty coverage. A water heater's tank can act as operation with the hot water released by qualified service personnel. Rapid closing of the water heater. DANGER: Before manually operating the relief valve, make certain no one will be turned off the cold water supply. In order to the Hydrogen Gas Caution...
... operating controls, heating element and wiring should be drained if they might be used to freezing temperatures. Contact the water supplier or your water heater will exclude warranty coverage. A water heater's tank can act as operation with the hot water released by qualified service personnel. Rapid closing of the water heater. DANGER: Before manually operating the relief valve, make certain no one will be turned off the cold water supply. In order to the Hydrogen Gas Caution...
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... water heater. Leaking or open hot water faucets. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer 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. Electric service to correct this page first and you may be interrupted. Internal heat trap fittings in operation and does not indicate a need to heat. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this manual...
... water heater. Leaking or open hot water faucets. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer 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. Electric service to correct this page first and you may be interrupted. Internal heat trap fittings in operation and does not indicate a need to heat. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this manual...
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... double element models only) Lower thermostat Lower thermostat protective cover Jacket access panel Thermostat bracket Drain valve Cavity insulation Customer Service Specify voltage and wattage as noted below) and number 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 thermostat (on double element models only) Upper thermostat protective cover (on double element models only) Cavity insulation Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Heating element gasket...
... double element models only) Lower thermostat Lower thermostat protective cover Jacket access panel Thermostat bracket Drain valve Cavity insulation Customer Service Specify voltage and wattage as noted below) and number 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 thermostat (on double element models only) Upper thermostat protective cover (on double element models only) Cavity insulation Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Heating element gasket...
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... element as necessary. In order to replace the thermostat or heating element, remove the cavity insert crossbar by following instructions are intended for the manufacturing process only. Rotate the crossbar up and down until it breaks away from the remainder of the water heater. 17 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions below: Turn off the power to the water heater...
... element as necessary. In order to replace the thermostat or heating element, remove the cavity insert crossbar by following instructions are intended for the manufacturing process only. Rotate the crossbar up and down until it breaks away from the remainder of the water heater. 17 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions below: Turn off the power to the water heater...
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... 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 2 4 1 4 2 YELLOW BLUE 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 BLACK RED JUNCTION BOX 1 3 THERMOSTAT & HIGH TEMP. 2 4 LIMIT (ECO) 1 2 HEATING ELEMENT Double Element Models...
... 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 2 4 1 4 2 YELLOW BLUE 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 BLACK RED JUNCTION BOX 1 3 THERMOSTAT & HIGH TEMP. 2 4 LIMIT (ECO) 1 2 HEATING ELEMENT Double Element Models...
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Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In Use Month Phone Number Zip Code Day _ Year _ NOTICE: Failure to protect your Owner's Manual carefully. It will need should you require service. 3 Read your new appliance investment: 1Complete and mail this Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. 2 After mailing the...
Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In Use Month Phone Number Zip Code Day _ Year _ NOTICE: Failure to protect your Owner's Manual carefully. It will need should you require service. 3 Read your new appliance investment: 1Complete and mail this Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. 2 After mailing the...
Energy Guide
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... Yearly Electricity Use Your cost will depend on your utility rates and use. • Cost range based only on models of similar capacity fueled by electricity. • Estimated operating cost based on a 2007 national average electricity cost of 10.6-!: cents per kWh. • For more information, visit www_ftc.gov/appliances. U.S, Governmerd Federal law prohibits removal 01 this label before consumer purchase ErIERG UlDE Water Heater...
... Yearly Electricity Use Your cost will depend on your utility rates and use. • Cost range based only on models of similar capacity fueled by electricity. • Estimated operating cost based on a 2007 national average electricity cost of 10.6-!: cents per kWh. • For more information, visit www_ftc.gov/appliances. U.S, Governmerd Federal law prohibits removal 01 this label before consumer purchase ErIERG UlDE Water Heater...