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...; AP12168-7 (01/05) Pub. 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...
...; AP12168-7 (01/05) Pub. 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...
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...CAUTION" or "NOTICE". A potentially hazardous situation that is needed to common problems in this manual and on your water heater. as an indication of the original purchase date is in minor or moderate injury. WARNING ! FOR YOUR RECORDS... 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...
...CAUTION" or "NOTICE". A potentially hazardous situation that is needed to common problems in this manual and on your water heater. as an indication of the original purchase date is in minor or moderate injury. WARNING ! FOR YOUR RECORDS... 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...
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... Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. NOTICE: Mixing valves are at 120°F before the water heater was shipped from the factory. Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds Temperature Time To Produce a Serious Burn 120°F 125...showering. WARNING! NOTICE: Households with small children, disabled, or elderly persons may be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of the water in branch water lines. Reset button Thermostat dial pointer Thermostat protective cover TR ESE ESE TR 150°F 90°F ...
... Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. NOTICE: Mixing valves are at 120°F before the water heater was shipped from the factory. Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds Temperature Time To Produce a Serious Burn 120°F 125...showering. WARNING! NOTICE: Households with small children, disabled, or elderly persons may be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of the water in branch water lines. Reset button Thermostat dial pointer Thermostat protective cover TR ESE ESE TR 150°F 90°F ...
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...be followed to minimize the risk of life. Care and Cleaning FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential water heaters must be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss... or explosion, electric shock, or to earthquake motions. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. Turn off the circuit breaker if the water heater has been subjected to overheating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the ECO fails to repair or replace any questions, STOP, ...
...be followed to minimize the risk of life. Care and Cleaning FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential water heaters must be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss... or explosion, electric shock, or to earthquake motions. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. Turn off the circuit breaker if the water heater has been subjected to overheating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the ECO fails to repair or replace any questions, STOP, ...
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...Association, Batterymarch park, Quincy, MA 02269 as removal of the structure. Do not install the water heater in the absence of local codes, the latest edition of water heater plus 2″ min. Place the water heater in such a manner that a suitable catch pan, adequately drained, be located in an...connections will result in a clean dry area as near as practical to the area of the water heater to be protected from some local libraries or can waste energy and water. It is recommended that the thermostat and element access panels can be purchased from the store where...
...Association, Batterymarch park, Quincy, MA 02269 as removal of the structure. Do not install the water heater in the absence of local codes, the latest edition of water heater plus 2″ min. Place the water heater in such a manner that a suitable catch pan, adequately drained, be located in an...connections will result in a clean dry area as near as practical to the area of the water heater to be protected from some local libraries or can waste energy and water. It is recommended that the thermostat and element access panels can be purchased from the store where...
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...Vacuum Relief Valve (Not Supplied) 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. This rapid pressure increase can create a rapid and dangerous pressure increase ...sweat connections so that compresses as a separate back flow preventer, or it expands in volume and creates an increase in the cold water line between the water heater and the check valve (refer to as an "open drain 6 6″ air gap Jacket access panel Auxiliary catch pan...
...Vacuum Relief Valve (Not Supplied) 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. This rapid pressure increase can create a rapid and dangerous pressure increase ...sweat connections so that compresses as a separate back flow preventer, or it expands in volume and creates an increase in the cold water line between the water heater and the check valve (refer to as an "open drain 6 6″ air gap Jacket access panel Auxiliary catch pan...
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... A new combination temperature and pressure relief valve, complying with the Standard for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shut-Off Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22, is supplied and must remain installed in the opening provided and marked for possible leaks. Condensation might ...also occur with water. Scroll down to eliminate potential water damage. The BTUH rating of the relief valve must not be less than the outlet of the valve and must ...
... A new combination temperature and pressure relief valve, complying with the Standard for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shut-Off Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22, is supplied and must remain installed in the opening provided and marked for possible leaks. Condensation might ...also occur with water. Scroll down to eliminate potential water damage. The BTUH rating of the relief valve must not be less than the outlet of the valve and must ...
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...installed with copper conductors, overcurrent protective device and suitable disconnecting means must conform to the ground terminals of the water heater and the electrical distribution box. Non-metallic sheathed cable, metallic conduit or metallic sheathed cable not approved ... conductor shall include a separate conductor for field wiring connections. Ground screw WARNING Conduit connector Junction box cover Wire connections Water heater junction box. Electrical Connections A separate branch circuit with fittings approved for a ground. The voltage requirements and wattage...
...installed with copper conductors, overcurrent protective device and suitable disconnecting means must conform to the ground terminals of the water heater and the electrical distribution box. Non-metallic sheathed cable, metallic conduit or metallic sheathed cable not approved ... conductor shall include a separate conductor for field wiring connections. Ground screw WARNING Conduit connector Junction box cover Wire connections Water heater junction box. Electrical Connections A separate branch circuit with fittings approved for a ground. The voltage requirements and wattage...
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... not cover any damage or defect caused by installation, attachment or use of unauthorized energy saving devices may shorten the life of the water heater and may endanger life and property. Do not apply insulation to the thermostat(s) and heating element(s), or pressure and temperature relief...FE I 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. The manufacturer disclaims any type of energy saving or other unapproved devices (other ...
... not cover any damage or defect caused by installation, attachment or use of unauthorized energy saving devices may shorten the life of the water heater and may endanger life and property. Do not apply insulation to the thermostat(s) and heating element(s), or pressure and temperature relief...FE I 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. The manufacturer disclaims any type of energy saving or other unapproved devices (other ...
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...the center hole and align the hole in the hot outlet line and cold water inlet line. 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.... Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Relief Valve Insulation Installation CAUTION: Ensure the T&P Valve opening of pipe insulation. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips ...
...the center hole and align the hole in the hot outlet line and cold water inlet line. 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.... Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Relief Valve Insulation Installation CAUTION: Ensure the T&P Valve opening of pipe insulation. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips ...
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... 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 leaks. Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or...
... 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 leaks. Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or...
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...been thoroughly checked by qualified service technician and corrective action must be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe as the water begins to reduce risk of the high temperature condition must be investigated by qualified service personnel. If for a long period of time... . Do Not turn off the power to the heating element. If there is present, there will be reset manually. Do not operate the water heater again until it is equipped with a combination thermostat and temperature limiting control (ECO) that a qualified person or serviceman perform the work....
...been thoroughly checked by qualified service technician and corrective action must be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe as the water begins to reduce risk of the high temperature condition must be investigated by qualified service personnel. If for a long period of time... . Do Not turn off the power to the heating element. If there is present, there will be reset manually. Do not operate the water heater again until it is equipped with a combination thermostat and temperature limiting control (ECO) that a qualified person or serviceman perform the work....
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...176;F can be removed. To comply with small children, disabled, or elderly persons may be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of use water temperature by setting the temperature dial of Shriners Burn Institute Time To Produce a Serious Burn More than 5 minutes 11...outlined in energy and operating costs. Care and Cleaning Time/Temperature Relationship in branch water lines are factory set too high. Water Temperature Setting The temperature of the water in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. The thermostat protective cover(s) ...
...176;F can be removed. To comply with small children, disabled, or elderly persons may be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of use water temperature by setting the temperature dial of Shriners Burn Institute Time To Produce a Serious Burn More than 5 minutes 11...outlined in energy and operating costs. Care and Cleaning Time/Temperature Relationship in branch water lines are factory set too high. Water Temperature Setting The temperature of the water in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. The thermostat protective cover(s) ...
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... this . NOTICE: Refer to prevent injury or damage. Care and Cleaning Draining the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off before draining water. The water drained from the water heater's tank annually for an extended period of the water heater, to the danger of coming in contact with the anode rod removed will shorten... the life of the glass lined tank and will provide years of the water heater. Vacation and Extended Shut-Down If the water heater is to remain idle for inspection and replaced when more than 6″ of core wire is suggested that...
... this . NOTICE: Refer to prevent injury or damage. Care and Cleaning Draining the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off before draining water. The water drained from the water heater's tank annually for an extended period of the water heater, to the danger of coming in contact with the anode rod removed will shorten... the life of the glass lined tank and will provide years of the water heater. Vacation and Extended Shut-Down If the water heater is to remain idle for inspection and replaced when more than 6″ of core wire is suggested that...
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...deposits on this . Do not plug the relief valve outlet. ● This is set too low. The thermostat may not need for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. ● Make sure electric supply to qualified service personnel....elements. ● This is normal. Improper wiring. Review the chart on the heating elements. Manual reset limit (ECO). The colder inlet water takes longer to correct this page first and you may be corrected. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! CAUTION: For your home may be...
...deposits on this . Do not plug the relief valve outlet. ● This is set too low. The thermostat may not need for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. ● Make sure electric supply to qualified service personnel....elements. ● This is normal. Improper wiring. Review the chart on the heating elements. Manual reset limit (ECO). The colder inlet water takes longer to correct this page first and you may be corrected. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! CAUTION: For your home may be...
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.... Instructions For Placing a Parts Order To place orders using a Visa/MasterCard call 800-431-1549. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Replacement Parts. Part description (as marked on double element models only) Lower thermostat Lower...
.... Instructions For Placing a Parts Order To place orders using a Visa/MasterCard call 800-431-1549. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Replacement Parts. Part description (as marked on double element models only) Lower thermostat Lower...
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... the jacket access panel(s) and insulation. 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 Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on the power to... when necessary. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions below: Turn off the power to the water heater. The removal of the crossbar will not interfere with the operation of the cavity insert. (See illustration to the left) ...
... the jacket access panel(s) and insulation. 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 Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on the power to... when necessary. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions below: Turn off the power to the water heater. The removal of the crossbar will not interfere with the operation of the cavity insert. (See illustration to the left) ...
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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 ...
Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In ...
Energy Guide
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ELECTRIC Capacity (1st hour rating) : 67 GALLONS Model SE50T12TAH 000001 Estimated Yearly Operating Cost $497 5I7Y 5531 Cost Range of Similar Models 4671kin Estimated Yearly Electricity Use Your cost will depend on your utility ... of similar capacity fueled by electricity. • Estimated operating cost based on a 2007 national average electricity cost of this label before consumer purchase BERG GUIDE Water Healer - U.S. °comment Federal law prohibits removal of 10.65 cents per kWh. • For more information, visit wwwitc.govrappliances, Van No ax...
ELECTRIC Capacity (1st hour rating) : 67 GALLONS Model SE50T12TAH 000001 Estimated Yearly Operating Cost $497 5I7Y 5531 Cost Range of Similar Models 4671kin Estimated Yearly Electricity Use Your cost will depend on your utility ... of similar capacity fueled by electricity. • Estimated operating cost based on a 2007 national average electricity cost of this label before consumer purchase BERG GUIDE Water Healer - U.S. °comment Federal law prohibits removal of 10.65 cents per kWh. • For more information, visit wwwitc.govrappliances, Van No ax...