Eco-Smart ECO-6 User manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
ECOSMART ELECTRIC TANKLESS WATER HEATER
MODELS: ECO-6 / ECO-8 / ECO-11
The most technologically advanced tankless hot water heater in today's market.
99.8% Energy-efficient
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“No Tank, No Wait, No Comparison”

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
As when installing or operating any high voltage electrical appliance,
basic safety precautions must always be followed.
ALWAYS shut off all power to the Ecosmart unit directly at the electrical
breaker box before attempting to clean, install, inspect, repair,
disassemble, or otherwise service this unit.
SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH COULD OCCUR IF
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED. THIS PRODUCT MUST BE
PROFESSIONALLY INSTALLED BEFORE USE.
FAILURE TO DO SO COULD CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE,
SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
THIS WATER HEATER MUST BE INSTALLED BY A
LICENSED ELECTRICIAN OR PLUMBER.
PROOF OF INSTALLATION MUST ACCOMPANY
THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD.
PLEASE FOLLOW ALL RECOMMENDATIONS AND LOCAL CODE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS
TURN OFF ELECTRICAL SUPPLY MAIN AND WATER SUPPLY BEFORE
ATTEMPTING INSTALLATION OR SERVICING THE UNIT.
DO NOT TURN ON ELECTRICAL SUPPLY OR WATER SUPPLY UNTIL
INSTALLATION IS PROPERLY COMPLETED.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER PROCEDURES IS HAZARDOUS.
IT MAY ALSO DAMAGE THE WATER HEATER AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
●DO NOT remove the heater cover, open the unit, or break the seal. This could cause DEATH OR INJURY and will VOID THE
WARRANTY.
●DO NOT install the electric tankless water heater unit in a shower or in any location where it might come into contact with
water or where it can be reached or adjusted by anyone while using water.
●DO NOT attempt to install yourself. Although installation is simple, it should only be done by a licensed plumber or
electrician.
●DO NOT operate the unit if water ceases to flow during use. Discontinue use and contact technical support at:
WWW.ECOSMARTUS.COM
phone: [phone] or 877-47-GOGREEN
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PART IDENTIFICATION

The Ecosmart electric tankless water heater is supplied with 1/2” compression fittings.
Do not weld or use paste or use Teflon on fittings.
Connect the cold water supply line to the right side of the unit ("cold water inlet” in diagram on
page 3).
Connect the hot water supply line to the left side of the unit (“hot water inlet” in diagram on
page 3).
After both water lines are fastened securely, run water through the unit for at least 2 to 3
minutes to flush out any air pockets in the lines (purging). It is recommended that all faucets,
showers, etc. be run during this process. Failure to purge the lines of air can cause permanent
damage to the unit. This procedure MUST be performed before the electrical power is turned on.
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PLUMBING

●The Ecosmart electric tankless water heater unit must be installed to independent
double pole breakers.
●Each Ecosmart model comes supplied with the required wires for installation.
●Breaker size and wire gauge must meet all applicable local, state, provincial, and
national electrical codes for your area – these are only guidelines that will apply to
most installations.
●Some codes require use of electrical sub-panel for installation, especially when heater
is not mounted within line-of-sight of the main electrical panel. Wiring should be sized
to maintain a voltage drop of less than 3% under load.
●If your home is already equipped with a large number of electrical appliances, you may
require a larger electrical service than the one recommended.
●Check all wires to make sure that they are tightly fastened.
●Before turning the power on, the system must be flushed as required in the plumbing
instructions.
●When the unit is powered up the green LED indicator light will turn ON and then OFF.
This is normal.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS BY MODEL #
MODEL REQUIRED BREAKER MAX AMP DRAW AWG CABLE
ECO-6 1x30 AMP 28 #8
ECO-8 1x40 AMP 37 #8
ECO-11 1x60 AMP 54 #6
VERIFY ALL VOLTAGE & AMPERAGE INFORMATION LISTED BELOW WITH THE ACTUAL LABEL
SPECIFICIATIONS ON YOUR UNIT, IN CASE OF CHANGES OR VARIATIONS.
MODEL KW VOLTS AMPS BATHS SUPPLIED FLOW RATE IN GALLONS
PER MINUTE
RISE IN WATER
TEMP.
FULLCAP. IS
LOWER TEMP.
ECO-6 6.0KW 220V 28 1 UP TO 1.7GPM 17 - 43º
ECO-8 8.2KW 220V 37 UP TO 1.5 UP TO 2.2GPM 16 - 56º
ECO-11 11.8KW 220V 54 UP TO 2.5 UP TO 3GPM 22 - 80º
MODEL KW VOLTS AMPS BATHS SUPPLIED FLOW RATE IN GALLONS
PER MINUTE
RISE IN WATER
TEMP.
FULLCAP. IS
LOWER TEMP.
ECO-8 7.3KW 240V 34 UP TO 1.5 UP TO 2.2GPM 16 - 56º
ECO-11 13.9KW 240V 58 UP TO 2.5 UP TO 3GPM 22 - 80º
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WIRE GAUGE AND BREAKER SIZE CAN VARY BASED ON A NUMBER OF FACTORS,
INCLUDING SUPPLIED VOLTAGE AND LENGTH OF CIRCUIT.
CHECK LOCAL REQUIREMENTS.
MODEL WIRE GAUGE VOLTAGE & AMPERAGE BREAKER SIZE
ECO-6 #8 2-30 AMP 110V HOT
+ 1 GROUND 30 AMP DOUBLE POLE
ECO-8 #8 2-40 AMP 110V HOT
+ 1 GROUND 40 AMP DOUBLE POLE
ECO-11 #6 2-60 AMP 110V HOT
+1 GROUND 60 AMP DOUBLE POLE
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POWER KNOB:
•Click the power knob once to turn the unit ON.
•Click the power knob again to turn the unit OFF.
ºC/ ºF CONVERSION:
•Press the knob for 3 seconds to change the display from ºC/
ºF.
TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER KNOB:
•Turn the knob clockwise to increase the temperature set on the thermostat.
•This will increase the water outlet temperature.
•Turn the knob counterclockwise to decrease the temperature set on the thermostat.
•This will decrease the water outlet temperature.
•The water temperature can be adjusted at any time to between 0º-125ºF ( 0º-51ºC).
•The temperature indicator light will stay on only when there is hot water in use.
ECOSMART US LLC
3315 NW 167th Street
Miami Gardens, FL 33056
www.ecosmartus.com
Telephone: [phone]
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HOW TO USE THE KNOB

Fax: [phone]
Toll Free: 877-47-GOGREEN
Congratulations on the purchase of your Tankless Water Heater! You have purchased the most
technologically-advanced tankless water heater in the market today. Your ECOSMART Tankless Water
Heater is backed by the industry’s most comprehensive warranty.
Your new tankless water heater features advanced water flow rate and temperature sensors designed to
modulate power to the heating elements to maintain a precise user-selected output water temperature
between 85F and 140F (subject to incoming water temperature and power of the selected model). To get
the best performance and energy savings from your tankless water heater, it is important that it be
installed in accordance with our instructions and the electrical and plumbing codes applicable to your
area, and that you read this manual thoroughly for important operating instructions and tips.
At any time, if you have any questions, please contact your Authorized Dealer, or contact us directly at:
ECOSMART US, L.L.C.
3315 NW 167TH
STREET, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33056
Toll Free: 1-877-474-6473
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ABOUT YOUR TANKLESS WATER HEATER

For the most part, operating your new tankless water heater is very similar to using any traditional water
heating system. However, it is very important that you carefully read all of the set-up procedures and
operating instructions and tips to ensure the maximum performance and energy savings from your new
water heater. We recommend that all members of the household read these General Operating
Instructions.
How your new water heater works: Your Tankless Water Heater does not store hot water like a
conventional tank-type water heater. It contains very high powered heating elements that are capable of
heating water instantly on-demand as you need it. As soon as you turn on a hot water faucet, a
sophisticated flow sensor recognizes that you have turned on the water. This sensor measures the water
flow rate while another sensor measures the incoming water temperature. This information is transmitted
continually to the computer logic controls which decide how much power to send to the heating elements
to heat the water to your desired temperature.
Since your new water heater works on a demand basis, it will absolutely never run out of hot water no
matter how many back to back showers you run!
It is important to keep in mind that all tankless water heaters are subject to a maximum flow rate that
they can handle all at once. If you exceed this flow rate, the heater will not be capable of fully heating the
water. How much water you will be able to demand from your water heater at any given time will depend
on the model you have selected and your incoming water temperature. If you live in an area of the
country where inlet water temperatures average 55º F or you have cold winters, you will probably NOT be
able to run multiple large water demands at the same time, however, you will be able to run all your hot
water applications back to back without ever having to wait. You will enjoy UNLIMITED HOT WATER.
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GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS