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Question posted by Cherylron9 on October 10th, 2013

Does This Model Have A Heat Trap?

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Use and Care Manual - Page 1

... Manufacturing Company P.O. Box 244020, Montgomery, 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. No. 49-50009-5 11-03 JR and two...

Use and Care Manual - Page 2

FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here: # # You can find them on a label on how to call for...will find many important safety messages in this symbol ! Always read and obey all . Just a little preventive care on your water heater properly. IF YOU NEED SERVICE If you do need to use and maintain your appliance. DANGER ! All safety messages will result...

Use and Care Manual - Page 3

... TR 150°F 90°F (66°C) (32°C) 125°F (52°C) TURN OFF POWER BEFORE SERVICING The illustration at 120°F before the water heater was shipped from the factory. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Children, disabled and elderly are available, see manual. Care and Cleaning...

Use and Care Manual - Page 4

...INFORMATION CAREFULLY. For your safety, the information in this water heater. Pay particular attention to a qualified technician. For residential water heaters up to 52 gallon capacity, a brochure with local ... 4 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Turn off the circuit breaker if the water heater has been subjected to overheating, fire, flood, physical damage or if...

Use and Care Manual - Page 5

...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 protected from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch park, Quincy, MA 02269 as removal of greatest heated water demand. Where such areas cannot be avoided, it or...

Use and Care Manual - Page 6

... the water heater and the check valve (refer to as an "open " water system, expanding water which exceeds the capacity of "thermal expansion" can cause premature failure of controlling thermal expansion are 3/4″ NPT sweat tubing to the water connections on all models. Replacing the relief valve will permanently damage the dip tube and/or heat traps. The...

Use and Care Manual - Page 7

... for possible leaks. Additional information on the water heater. The water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from the water heater and piping. No valve of any type,... water from freezing. Open the shut-off valve in the discharge line. A steady flow of relief valves. This condition is not unusual, and will disappear after the water becomes heated...

Use and Care Manual - Page 8

... 30 30 35 Copper Wire Size AWG Based on National Electric Code. The water heater is provided for a ground. Non-metallic sheathed cable, metallic conduit or metallic... electrician. An opening for 1/2″ or 3/4″ electrical fitting is completely wired to local codes or latest edition of the water heater. Table 310-16 (75°C) 208V 12 10 10 10 8 8 8 - - - - 240V 12 10 10 ...

Use and Care Manual - Page 9

.... Do not cover the jacket access panel(s) to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with storage tank heaters. Typical horizontal piping arrangement Please install the insulation, according to the top of the water heater. Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to relocate them on electric water heaters are not necessary. CAUTION: If local codes require the application...

Use and Care Manual - Page 10

... 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 2-3/8" section of the T&P Valve. Any heat applied to the illustrations above, that best meets...

Use and Care Manual - Page 11

... 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. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installation checklist.

Use and Care Manual - Page 12

... or use an open flame near the faucet at the kitchen sink before using any electrical appliance connected to over heating, fire, flood, physical damage. Do Not turn off power to water heater if it is open. If hydrogen is present, there will be opened for any difficulty in service again. WARNING: If...

Use and Care Manual - Page 13

... thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel(s). The chart below may require a 120°F or lower thermostat setting to the water heater. 13 Customer Service If adjustment is located on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s). Mixing valves for your home. The thermostat protective cover...

Use and Care Manual - Page 14

.... Open the valve. Contact a qualified installer or plumbing contract to an open drain. Care and Cleaning Draining the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off to conserve energy and prevent a build-up of the operating controls, heating element and wiring should be used to thermal expansion in the Operating Instructions. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety...

Use and Care Manual - Page 15

... producing popping noise or draining Rattling noise during the winter months. Internal heat trap fittings in your safety DO NOT attempt repair of water usage Not enough or no hot water Water is normal. Electric supply may have exceeded the capacity of the water heater. Improper wiring. Pressure build up of this manual. What To Do ●...

Use and Care Manual - Page 16

... Order To place orders using a Visa/MasterCard call 800-431-1549. All parts orders should include: The model and serial number of the water heater from the rating plate. Specify voltage and wattage as noted below) and number of electrical wiring, thermostat(s), heating elements or other operating controls. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel.

Use and Care Manual - Page 17

... the power to the water heater. Replace the thermostat and...heating element, remove the cavity insert crossbar by following instructions are intended for the manufacturing process only. NOTICE: The cavity insert crossbar is necessary for qualified service personnel ONLY, and should only be replaced. Rotate the crossbar up and down until it breaks away from the remainder of the water heater...

Use and Care Manual - Page 18

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Use and Care Manual - Page 20

... will need should you require service, call 800-431-1549. ✁ Cut here Consumer Product Ownership Registration ImpoTMortadaianl yt! Model Number Serial Number If you require service. 3 Read your limited warranty rights. 20 Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt...

Energy Guide - Page 1

... 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 this label below consumer purchase EMERG UIDE Water Heater - Pan No AX - 125ti U.S. Government Federal law prohibits removal of 10.65...