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Thank You for purchasing this water heater. Properly installed and
maintained,itshould give you years of trouble free service.
AbbreviationsFoundInThisInstructionManual:
• ANSI-AmericanNationalStandardsInstitute
• ASME-AmericanSocietyofMechanical Engineers
• GAMA-GasApplianceManufacturersAssociation
• NEC-NationalElectricalCode
• NFPA-NationalFire ProtectionAssociation
• UL- Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
PREPARING FORTHE INSTALLATION
1. Read the “General Safety” section of thismanualfirstandthen the
entire manual carefully. If you don’t follow the safety rules, the
water heater will not operate properly. It could cause DEATH,
SERIOUSBODILYINJURYAND/ORPROPERTYDAMAGE.
Thismanual containsinstructions fortheinstallation, operation,and
maintenanceof the electric waterheater. It alsocontainswarnings
throughout the manual that you must read and be aware of. All
warningsand allinstructions areessentialto theproper operationof
thewater heater and your safety. Sincewe cannot put everything
on the first few pages, READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE
ATTEMPTINGTOINSTALLOROPERATETHEWATERHEATER.
Thisappliance hasbeenListed ascomplying with U.L.Standard for
SafetyUL 174.
2. The installation must conform with theseinstructionsandthe local
codeauthorityhavingjurisdictionandtherequirementsofthe power
company. In the absence of code requirements follow the current
editionoftheNEC,NationalElectrical Code,NFPA-70which maybe
orderedfrom: NationalFireProtectionAssociation,1 Batterymarch
Park,Quincy,MA02269.
3. If after reading this manual you have any questions or do not
understandany portionofthe instructions,callthe local utilityor the
manufacturerwhose name appears on theratingplate.
4. Carefullyplantheplacewhereyouaregoingtoputthe waterheater.
INSTALLATIONORSERVICEOFTHISWATERHEATERREQUIRES
ABILITYEQUIVALENTTOTHATOFALICENSEDTRADESMANIN
THEFIELDINVOLVED.PLUMBINGANDELECTRICALWORKARE
REQUIRED.
Examinethelocation to ensure the water heater complies withthe
“FactstoConsiderAbouttheLocation” section inthismanual.
5. ForCaliforniainstallationthiswaterheatermustbebraced,anchored,
or strapped to avoid falling or moving during an earthquake. See
instructionsfor correctinstallationprocedures. Instructions maybe
obtained from California Office of the StateArchitect, 400 P Street,
Sacramento,CA95814.
6. Massachusetts Code requires this water heater to be installed in
accordancewithMassachusetts248-CMR2.00:StatePlumbingCode
and248-CMR5.00.
INTRODUCTION
SAFE INSTALLATION, USEAND SERVICE ....................... 2
GENERAL SAFETY............................................................... 3
INTRODUCTION .................................................................. 4
Preparing for the New Installation .................................. 4
TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................................................ 4
TYPICALINSTALLATION...................................................... 5
MIXINGVALVEUSAGE ......................................................... 6
LOCATING THE NEW WATER HEATER ............................. 7
Facts to Consider About Location................................... 7
Insulation Blankets........................................................... 7
INSTALLING THE NEW WATER HEATER .......................... 7
Water Piping .................................................................. 7-8
Water Piping Pressure Test............................................. 8
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve ........................... 8-9
Filling the Water Heater ................................................... 9
T & P Valve and Pipe Insulation (Selected Models).. 10
WIRING DIAGRAMS ........................................................... 11
WIRING ............................................................................... 12
TEMPERATURE REGULATION ......................................... 13
Temperature Adjustment ............................................... 13
TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOR YOUR INFORMATION................................................ 14
Thermal Expansion ........................................................ 14
Strange Sounds ............................................................ 14
Operational Conditions .................................................. 14
Smelly Water ................................................................ 14
“Air” in Hot Water Faucets........................................... 14
High Water Temperature Shut Off System ................. 14
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ............................................... 15
Anode Rod Inspection .................................................... 15
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation ...........15
Draining ........................................................................... 15
Thermostat Removal/Replacement ....................... 15-16
Element Cleaning/Replacement............................. 16-18
Drain Valve Washer Replacement................................ 18
Service ............................................................................. 18
LEAKAGE CHECKPOINTS ................................................ 19
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES ................................ 20
REPAIR PARTS LIST .......................................................... 21
NOTES .......................................................................... 22-23
WARRANTY................................................................... Insert
