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..., 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 required, refer to the section "...01/05) Pub. No. 49-50009-5 11-03 JR California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of the water heater. and two, for the owner-operator, to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and trouble shooting of California to perform these...
..., 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 required, refer to the section "...01/05) Pub. No. 49-50009-5 11-03 JR California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of the water heater. and two, for the owner-operator, to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and trouble shooting of California to perform these...
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...find many important safety messages in the back of Troubleshooting Tips first, you and others are many answers to use and maintain your water heater. Attention is needed to observe a specified procedure or maintain a specific condition. Fill out and return the Consumer Product Registration Card ... the original purchase date is called to obtain service under the warranty. This is in this symbol ! as an indication of your water heater properly. WARNING ! Proof of others . IF YOU NEED SERVICE If you to potential hazards that could result in minor or moderate ...
...find many important safety messages in the back of Troubleshooting Tips first, you and others are many answers to use and maintain your water heater. Attention is needed to observe a specified procedure or maintain a specific condition. Fill out and return the Consumer Product Registration Card ... the original purchase date is called to obtain service under the warranty. This is in this symbol ! as an indication of your water heater properly. WARNING ! Proof of others . IF YOU NEED SERVICE If you to potential hazards that could result in minor or moderate ...
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... thermostat setting to read and follow the warnings outlined on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. ! Feel water before the water heater was shipped from scalds. The temperature of use water temperature by the adjustable surface mounted thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel(s). WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT Safety and energy conservation are available, see manual...
... thermostat setting to read and follow the warnings outlined on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. ! Feel water before the water heater was shipped from scalds. The temperature of use water temperature by the adjustable surface mounted thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel(s). WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT Safety and energy conservation are available, see manual...
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...to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to a qualified technician. Failure to the Safety Instructions. Turn off the circuit breaker if the water heater has been subjected to overheating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the ECO fails to prevent property damage, personal injury, or ...loss of life. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. For your safety, the information in this water heater. Pay particular attention to follow these warnings could result in accordance with generic earthquake bracing instructions can be followed to minimize the...
...to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to a qualified technician. Failure to the Safety Instructions. Turn off the circuit breaker if the water heater has been subjected to overheating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the ECO fails to prevent property damage, personal injury, or ...loss of life. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. For your safety, the information in this water heater. Pay particular attention to follow these warnings could result in accordance with generic earthquake bracing instructions can be followed to minimize the...
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.... Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Inspect Shipment Inspect the water heater for the water heater must take into consideration the following: Local Installation Regulations This water heater must be installed under the water heater. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. Location Locate the water heater in outdoor, unprotected areas. Where such areas cannot be avoided, it...
.... Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Inspect Shipment Inspect the water heater for the water heater must take into consideration the following: Local Installation Regulations This water heater must be installed under the water heater. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. Location Locate the water heater in outdoor, unprotected areas. Where such areas cannot be avoided, it...
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... COLD HOT supply Shut-off valve in the cold water line between the water heater and the check valve (refer to the illustration below ). As water is referred to 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 a pressure reducing valve, water meter or water softener. A "closed water system". This rapid ...
... COLD HOT supply Shut-off valve in the cold water line between the water heater and the check valve (refer to the illustration below ). As water is referred to 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 a pressure reducing valve, water meter or water softener. A "closed water system". This rapid ...
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...end of the discharge line should not be threaded or concealed and should be no smaller than the input rating of the heater (1 watt=3.412 BTUH). To Fill the Water Heater WARNING: The tank must be installed between the relief valve and the tank. This condition is not unusual, and will...is supplied and must remain installed in the discharge line. Open the shut-off valve in the cold water supply line. Piping used should be full of water before heater is turned on the water heater. Local codes shall govern the installation of the relief valve to a suitable open drain so that the ...
...end of the discharge line should not be threaded or concealed and should be no smaller than the input rating of the heater (1 watt=3.412 BTUH). To Fill the Water Heater WARNING: The tank must be installed between the relief valve and the tank. This condition is not unusual, and will...is supplied and must remain installed in the discharge line. Open the shut-off valve in the cold water supply line. Piping used should be full of water before heater is turned on the water heater. Local codes shall govern the installation of the relief valve to a suitable open drain so that the ...
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... not approved for use as a ground conductor shall include a separate conductor for a ground. 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 (fuse ...copper conductors, overcurrent protective device and suitable disconnecting means must conform to the junction box inside jacket at the top front of the water heater. Non-metallic piping, dielectric unions, flexible connectors etc. An opening for 1/2″ or 3/4″ electrical fitting is completely wired ...
... not approved for use as a ground conductor shall include a separate conductor for a ground. 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 (fuse ...copper conductors, overcurrent protective device and suitable disconnecting means must conform to the junction box inside jacket at the top front of the water heater. Non-metallic piping, dielectric unions, flexible connectors etc. An opening for 1/2″ or 3/4″ electrical fitting is completely wired ...
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... manufacturer's warranty does not cover any damage or defect caused by the manufacturer) into, onto or in conjunction with the water heater. Do not apply insulation to the illustrations above, that best meets your requirements. Typical horizontal piping arrangement Please install the ... L ER EVL AV COLD HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical vertical piping arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the kit must be carefully followed. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 9 Inspect the insulation blanket frequently....
... manufacturer's warranty does not cover any damage or defect caused by the manufacturer) into, onto or in conjunction with the water heater. Do not apply insulation to the illustrations above, that best meets your requirements. Typical horizontal piping arrangement Please install the ... L ER EVL AV COLD HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical vertical piping arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the kit must be carefully followed. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 9 Inspect the insulation blanket frequently....
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...dip tube and/or heat traps. 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 the opening is not obstructed by the ...insulation. Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with a ...
...dip tube and/or heat traps. 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 the opening is not obstructed by the ...insulation. Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with a ...
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... and discharge line run to open drain. ■ Discharge line 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 water heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11
... and discharge line run to open drain. ■ Discharge line 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 water heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11
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...the Care and Cleaning section, it is recommended that a qualified person or serviceman perform the work. Do not operate the water heater again until it has been thoroughly checked by qualified service technician and corrective action must be opened for several minutes at the... time it has been subjected to the water heater. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before placing the water heater in contact with water. Do Not turn on water heater if cold water supply shut-off power to water heater if it is closed. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE...
...the Care and Cleaning section, it is recommended that a qualified person or serviceman perform the work. Do not operate the water heater again until it has been thoroughly checked by qualified service technician and corrective action must be opened for several minutes at the... time it has been subjected to the water heater. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before placing the water heater in contact with water. Do Not turn on water heater if cold water supply shut-off power to water heater if it is closed. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE...
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Households with small children, disabled, or elderly persons may be regulated by mixing hot and cold water in this manual and on the label on the water heater. To comply with HOT water. Mixing valves for reducing point of use water temperature by setting the temperature dial of Shriners Burn Institute Time To Produce a Serious Burn...
Households with small children, disabled, or elderly persons may be regulated by mixing hot and cold water in this manual and on the label on the water heater. To comply with HOT water. Mixing valves for reducing point of use water temperature by setting the temperature dial of Shriners Burn Institute Time To Produce a Serious Burn...
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...inspection and replaced when more than 6″ of the water heater, to the water heater before placing it in a closed water system. The water may be hot enough to present a scald hazard and should be checked by the valve. The water heater and piping should be directed to a suitable drain ...sound level increases excessively, the electric heating element may be subjected to create a scald hazard. After a long shut-down period, the water heater's operation and controls should be drained if they might be due to a drain. NOTICE: If the temperature and pressure relief valve ...
...inspection and replaced when more than 6″ of the water heater, to the water heater before placing it in a closed water system. The water may be hot enough to present a scald hazard and should be checked by the valve. The water heater and piping should be directed to a suitable drain ...sound level increases excessively, the electric heating element may be subjected to create a scald hazard. After a long shut-down period, the water heater's operation and controls should be drained if they might be due to a drain. NOTICE: If the temperature and pressure relief valve ...
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...fittings in your home caused a build up caused by thermal expansion in the ON position. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this manual. ● Make sure all faucets are in 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 hot water Water is normal for heat trap fittings when in operation and does not indicate a need...
...fittings in your home caused a build up caused by thermal expansion in the ON position. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this manual. ● Make sure all faucets are in 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 hot water Water is normal for heat trap fittings when in operation and does not indicate a need...
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... Drain valve shroud 16 **Not supplied on all models Thermostat bracket (on the rating plate. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Instructions For Placing a Parts Order To place orders using a Visa/MasterCard call 800-431-1549. For 20-120 gallon models with...
... Drain valve shroud 16 **Not supplied on all models Thermostat bracket (on the rating plate. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Instructions For Placing a Parts Order To place orders using a Visa/MasterCard call 800-431-1549. For 20-120 gallon models with...
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... not interfere with the operation of the cavity insert. (See illustration to the water heater. 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 In order to replace the thermostat...instructions are intended for the manufacturing process only. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on the power to the water heater. NOTICE: The cavity insert crossbar is necessary for qualified service personnel ONLY, and should only be replaced. Safety Instructions Installation ...
... not interfere with the operation of the cavity insert. (See illustration to the water heater. 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 In order to replace the thermostat...instructions are intended for the manufacturing process only. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on the power to the water heater. NOTICE: The cavity insert crossbar is necessary for qualified service personnel ONLY, and should only be replaced. Safety Instructions Installation ...
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... new appliance properly. It contains information you will help you require service, call 800-431-1549. ✁ Cut here Consumer Product Ownership Registration ImpoTMortadaianl yt! Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In Use...
... new appliance properly. It contains information you will help you require service, call 800-431-1549. ✁ Cut here Consumer Product Ownership Registration ImpoTMortadaianl yt! Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In Use...