State Water Heaters 198067-000 Owner's manual

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The storage tank is sold as a component part. It has been
factory equipped with a booster element, and thermostat with
high limit.
The tank is designed to store potable water within the limits
listed on the rating plate and to supply domestic hot water up to
the element’s heating capability.
This manual contains basic instructions for the installation,
operation and maintenance of the storage tank only. Read it
carefully before using the tank, then keep it handy for quick
reference.
If the tank leaks or the element fails to operate, all technical and
warranty questions should be directed to the local dealer from
whom the tank was purchased. If you are unsuccessful, please
write to the company listed on the warranty sheet which came
with the tank.
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to
this manual. For assistance or additional information consult
a qualified installer, service agency or the local utility.
RATING PLATE
A rating plate identifying the manufacturer of the tank will be
found above the drain valve. When referring to the tank,
always have the information listed on the rating plate readily
available.
Fill in that information here:
MODELNO. _______________________________________
SERIALNO. _______________________________________
INSTALLATIONDATE: ________________________________
THEMANUFACTUREROFTHISTANKWILLNOTBELIABLEFORANYDAMAGEDUETOFAILURETOFOLLOWTHESE
INSTALLATIONANDOPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS.
PRINTED0108 198067-000
GEOTHERMALSTORAGE TANKS
INSTALLATION • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE
INSULATING JACKETS:
When installing an external insulation jacket on the tank:
• DO NOT cover the temperature-pressure relief valve.
• DO NOT cover the instruction manual. Keep it on the
side of the water heater or nearby for future reference.
• DO obtain new warning and instruction labels from
the manufacturer for placement on the blanket directly
over the existing labels.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious
personal injury or death.
Month Day Year
Instruction Manual
WARNING

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TYPICALINSTALLATION .................................................................................................................................................................. 2
INSTALLATION............................................................................................................................................................................... 3-5
Local Codes.............................................................................................................................................................................. 3
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve.......................................................................................................................................... 3
Locating the Storage Tank...................................................................................................................................................... 3-4
Water Piping ........................................................................................................................................................................... 4-5
Filling the Tank with Water ........................................................................................................................................................ 5
Wiring of Elements.................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Thermostat ................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
OPERATION...................................................................................................................................................................................6-7
Temperature Regulation ........................................................................................................................................................... 7
Temperature Settings ............................................................................................................................................................... 6
Temperature Adjusting.............................................................................................................................................................. 6
Resetting High Limit (Temperature) Shut Off System ...........................................................................................................6-7
MAINTENANCE.............................................................................................................................................................................. 7-8
Draining..................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Element ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Element Replacement .............................................................................................................................................................. 7
Anode ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 7-8
Water Heater Sounds ............................................................................................................................................................... 8
Repair Parts Illustration and Schedule............................................................................................................................................ 8
Repair Parts Schedule.............................................................................................................................................................. 8
TYPICAL INSTALLATION
Check all connections for leaks. Consult the local utility company to examine installation for propriety and safety.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
FIGURE1

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WARNING
Never operate the electrical heating element without being
certain the tank is completely filled with water. If any air is left in
the top of the tank, the heating element will burn out.
LOCAL CODES
The installation of the tank must be in accordance with these
instructions and all applicable local codes and electric utility
requirements. In the absence of local codes, install in accordance
with the latest edition of the National Electrical Code (NFPA-70).
TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE
RELIEF VALVE
WARNING
For protection against excessive pressures and temperatures
in this water heater, install temperature-pressure protective
equipment required by local codes, but not less than a
combination temperature-pressure relief valve certified by a
nationally recognized testing laboratory that maintains periodic
inspection of production of listed equipment or materials, as
meeting the requirements for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas
Shut-offDevicesforHotWaterSupplySystems,thelatestedition
of ANSI Z21.22. This valve must be marked with a maximum
set pressure not to exceed the marked hydrostatic working
pressure of the water heater (150 lbs./sq. in.).
Installthe temperature-pressure relief valve directly into the fitting
of the water heater. Position the valve downward and provide
tubing so that any discharge will exit only within 6 inches above,
or at any distance below the structural floor. Be certain that no
contact is made with any live electrical part. The discharge
opening must not be blocked or reduced in size under any
circumstances. Excessive length, over 15 feet, or use of more
than two elbows can cause restriction and reduce the discharge
capacity of the valve.
No valve or other obstruction is to be placed between the relief
valve and the tank. Do not connect tubing directly to discharge
drain unless a 6” air gap is provided. To prevent bodily injury,
hazard to life or damage to property, the relief valve must be
allowed to discharge water in quantities should circumstances
demand. If the discharge pipe is not connected to a drain or
othersuitable means, the water flowmaycauseproperty damage.
The Discharge Pipe:
• Must not be smaller in size than the outlet pipe size of the
valve, or have any reducing couplings or other restrictions.
• Must not be plugged or blocked.
• Must be of material listed for hot water distribution.
• Must be installed so as to allow complete drainage of both
the temperature-pressure relief valve, and the discharge
pipe.
• Must terminate at an adequate drain.
• Must not have any valve between the relief valve and tank.
When installing the temperature-pressure relief valve, use two
orthreeturnsofteflontapeorother suitable thread sealer around
the threaded end of the valve.
FIGURE2
WARNING
The temperature-pressure relief valve should be manually
opened once a year. Caution should be taken to ensure that
(1) no one is in front of or around the outlet of the temperature-
pressure relief valve discharge line, and (2) the water manually
discharged will not cause any bodily injury or property damage
because the water may be extremely hot.
If after manually operating the valve, it fails to completely
reset and continues to release water, immediately close the
cold water inlet to the water heater, follow the draining
instructions, and replace the temperature-pressure relief
valve with a new one.
WARNING
If the temperature-pressure relief valve on the appliance
weeps this may be due to thermal expansion. The water
supply serving this tank may have a check valve installed.
Contact the water supplier or local plumbing contractor on
how to control this situation. Do not plug the temperature-
pressure relief valve.
LOCATING THE GEOTHERMAL STORAGE TANK
If you have a choice of where to install the tank, these ideas may
help you decide.
1. Put the tank indoors as close as possible to where you use
the most hot water. This tank is not intended for outdoor
installation.
2. It is handy to have a floor drain, tub or sink nearby. That will
make it easy to drain water from the tank. It is also a good
place to end the drain line of the temperature-pressure relief
(T& P) valve.
3. The tank or the pipes and the connections may, in time, leak.
Put the tank in a place where a water leak will not damage
anything.
4. You must not put the tank in an area where it might freeze.
You must turn off the electricity to the tank before you drain it,
to protect the heating elements.
5. Make sure that you are able to reach the drain valve and all
access panels when the tank is in place. This will make it
easy to service the tank.
6. The tank must be level before you begin the piping.
CAUTION
WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK. The installation of the
tank must be accomplished in such a manner that if the tank or
any connections should leak, the flow of water will not cause
damage to the area adjoining the water heater or to lower floors
ofthe structure. When such locations can’t be avoided, a suitable
drain pan should be installed under the tank. Such a pan should
be no greater than 1 1/2 inches deep, have a minimum length
and width of at least two inches greater than the tank
dimensions and must be piped to an adequate drain.
INSTALLATION

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CAUTION
This tank, as all tanks, will eventually leak. Do not install without
adequate drainage provisions where water flow will cause
damage. Note: normal condensation from a tank may appear
to be a leaking tank.
WATER PIPING
This tank is design certified to be used with a potable water
system. When connecting water piping with solder joints use
only lead free solder.
WARNING
HOTTER WATER CANSCALD: Waterheatingtanksareintended
to produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will
satisfy clothes washing, dish washing, and other sanitizing
needs can scald and permanently injure you upon contact.
Some people are more likely to be permanently injured by hot
water than others. These include the elderly, children, the
infirmed, or physically handicapped. If anyone using hot water
in your home fits into one of these groups or if there is a local
code or state law requiring a certain temperature water at the
hot water tap, then you must take special precautions. In
addition to using the lowest possible temperature setting that
satisfies your hot water needs, some type of tempering device,
such as a mixing valve, should be used at the hot water taps
used by these people or at the tank.
WARNING
This tank shall not be connected to any heating systems or
component(s) previously used with a non-potable water heating
appliance.
If this tank is also used for space heating applications, all piping
and components connected to the tank shall be suitable for
use with potable water.
This appliance has been design certified as a solar booster
tank complying with Standards for Safety - UL174.The particular
application of this appliance described (above paragraph) may
be subject to review and approval by local code officials.
WARNING
Toxic chemicals such as used for treatment of boilers or non-
potable water heating appliances shall never be introduced
into a potable water space heating system.
WARNING
When the system requires water at temperatures higher than
required for other uses, a means such as a mixing valve shall
be installed to temper the water for those uses in order to reduce
scald hazard potential. Mixing valves are available at plumbing
supply or hardware stores. Follow manufacturer’s instructions
for installation of these valves.
FIGURE3
The tank will work better if you keep the hot water runs short.
You will also get hot water faster and with less heat loss.
The illustration shows the correct valves and fittings that you
will need to install the tank. Threaded (3/4”) water connections
are supplied through the tank top.
FIGURE4
1. Buy the fittings that you need to connect the pipes.
Remember that you have to connect both the hot and cold
water pipes.
2. Apply a light covering of pipe joint compound to each outside
thread before making connection.
3. Connect the cold water supply pipe to the cold water inlet of
your tank as follows:
a. Look at the top cover of the tank. The hot and cold
connections are marked there.
b. A non-metallic dip tube is supplied to carry cold water
from the tank top to the bottom. Be sure that it is in the
cold water inlet.
c. If using copper tubing, solder tubing to an adapter
BEFORE you attach the adapter to the cold water inlet.
DO NOT solder the cold water supply pipe directly to
the cold water inlet connection. It might harm the dip
tube.
d. The cold water supply line must have a shut-off valve
and union.
4. Use a union to connect the hot water supply pipe to the
tank’s hot water outlet.
CAUTION
Operating an empty or partially filled tank will result in damage
to the tank.
If a tank is installed in a closed water system; such as one
having a back flow preventer, check valve or water meter with
check valve in the cold water supply line, means shall be
provided to control thermal expansion. Contact the water
supplier or local plumbing contractor on how to control this
situation.
WARNING
INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES: Thetankmustbe
located and/or protected so it is not subject to physical damage
by a moving vehicle.
FILLING THE GEOTHERMAL STORAGE
TANK WITH WATER
1. Close the tank drain valve. The drain valve is on the lower
front of the tank.
2. Open the cold water supply to the tank. NOTE: THIS VALVE
MUST BE LEFT OPEN WHEN THETANK IS IN USE.

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WARNING
TANKSEQUIPPEDFORONETYPEVOLTAGEONLY. This tankis
equipped for one type of voltage only. Check the rating plate
near the bottom access panel for the correct voltage. DO NOT
USETHISTANKWITHANYVOLTAGE OTHER THANTHEONE
SHOWN ON THE MODEL RATING PLATE. Failure to use the
correct voltage can cause problems which can result in DEATH,
SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. If you
have any questions or doubts consult your electric company.
CAUTION
If wiring from the fuse box or circuit breaker box was aluminum
for the old tank, replace it with copper wire. If you wish to reuse
the existing aluminum wire, have the connection at the tank
made by a competent electrician. Contact your local utility to
arrange for a professional electrician.
FIGURE6
THERMOSTAT
Each thermostat is factory preset at 120°F to reduce the risk of
scald injury. This setting has proven by experience to be most
satisfactory from the standpoint of operational costs and
household needs.
Tanks installed in Florida require the thermostat(s) to be set at
125°F. If you wish to adjust the settings, see the “Temperature
Adjustment” section of this installation manual.
3. Fill the tank until water runs out an opened hot water faucet.
This will let out air in the tank and the piping. Close the faucet
after the water comes out. You must not turn the electricity on
until the tank is full of water. IFANYAIR IS LEFT INTHE TOP
OF THE TANK, THE TOP HEATING ELEMENT WILL BURN
OUTRIGHTAWAY.
4. Check all the new water piping for leaks. Fix as needed.
WIRING OF ELEMENT
Determine voltage and wattage from the rating plate attached to
the tank. All external wiring, connection, and overcurrent
protective devices must be provided and installed in accordance
withthelatesteditionoftheNationalElectricalCode,localcodes,
and local utility requirements. The tank must be electrically
“grounded” by the installer. A green ground screw has been
provided on the tank’s junction box.
The grounding electrode conductor shall be of copper,
aluminum, or copperclad aluminum. The material shall be
resistant to corrosion, and shall be of one continuous length
without a splice or joint.
Rigid metal conduit, intermediate metal conduit, or electrical
metallic tubing may be used for the grounding means if conduit
or tubing is terminated in fittings approved for grounding.
FIGURE5
Flexible metal conduit or flexible metallic tubing shall be
permitted for grounding if all the following conditions are met:
1. The length in any ground return path does not exceed 6 feet.
2. The circuit conductors contained therein are protected by
overcurrent devices rated at 20 amperes or less.
3. The conduit or tubing is terminated in fittings approved for
grounding.
WARNING
Never use this tank unless it is completely full of water.

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Temperature Time to Produce 2nd & 3rd
Setting Degree Burns on Adult Skin
170°F Nearly instantaneous
160°F About 1/2 second
150°F About 1-1/2 seconds
140°F Less than 5 seconds
130°F About 30 seconds
125°F About 2 minutes
120°F More than 5 minutes
FIGURE7
TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
To adjust the temperature setting:
1. Turn “OFF” the electrical power to the water heater, at the
junction box.
WARNING
HAZARDOFELECTRICALSHOCK! Failuretoturn“OFF”electric
power to the tank will result in the possibility of DEATH,
SERIOUSBODILYINJURYORPROPERTYDAMAGE.
2. Take “OFF” the access panel and fold away the insulation.
3. Turn the water temperature dial clockwise ( ) to increase
the temperature, or counterclockwise ( ) to decrease the
temperature.
4. Fold the insulation back in place and replace the access
panel.
5. Turn “ON” the power supply.
FIGURE7
TEMPERATURE REGULATION
WARNING
HOTTER WATER CANSCALD: Waterheatingtanksareintended
to produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will
satisfy clothes washing, dish washing, and other sanitizing
needs can cause scalds resulting in serious personal injury
and/or death. Some people are more likely to be permanently
injured by hot water than others. These include the elderly,
children, the infirmed, or physically handicapped. If anyone
using hot water in your home fits into one of these groups or if
there is a local code or state law requiring a certain temperature
water at the hot water tap, then you must take special
precautions. In addition to using the lowest possible
temperature setting that satisfies your hot water needs, some
type of tempering device, such as a mixing valve, should be
used at the hot water taps used by these people or at the tank.
Mixing valves are available at plumbing supply or hardware
stores. Follow manufacturers instructions for installation of the
valves. Before changing the factory setting of the thermostat,
read the Temperature Adjustment section.
WARNING
KEEPINGTHETHERMOSTATSETTINGAT120°F WILLREDUCE
THE RISK OF SCALDS. Never allow small children to use a hot
water tap, or to draw their own bath water. Never leave a child or
handicapped person unattended in a bathtub or shower.
TEMPERATURE SETTINGS
NOTE: Residential water heating tanks will not supply sanitizing
hot water for dishwashers.
The thermostat is factory set at approximately 120°F (Hot)
and is adjustable if a different water temperature is desired.
Read all warnings in this manual and on the tank before
proceeding.
TEMPERATURESETTINGS
HOT- isathermostatsetting of approximately120°F,
which will supply hot water at the most
economicaltemperatures.
A - isathermostatsetting of approximately130°F.
B- isa thermostatsetting approximately 140°F.
C - isathermostatsettingapproximately150°F.
VERYHOT - is a thermostatsettingof approximately 160°F.
Itis recommended thatthe dialbe setlower
wheneverpossible.
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A non-adjustable high temperature limit control operates before
steam temperatures are reached. The high limit is in the same
area as the upper thermostat and must be reset manually when
it operates. BECAUSE THE HIGH LIMIT OPERATES ONLY
MAINTENANCE
DRAINING
Ifthe tank is to be shut off andexposed tofreezing temperatures,
it must be drained. Water, if left in the tank and allowed to
freeze, will expand and damage the tank.
1. Turn “OFF” electrical and cold water supplies to tank.
WARNING
Makesure the electrical supply to thetankis turned OFF. Failure
to heed this will result in the possibility of DEATH, SERIOUS
BODILYINJURYORPROPERTY DAMAGE.
2. Open a nearby hot water faucet and the tank drain valve.
3. The drain valve must be left open during the shut-down
period.
WARNING
The water passing out of the drain valve may be extremely
hot. To avoid being scalded, make sure all connections are
tight and that the water flow is directed away from any
person.
ELEMENT
In some water areas, scale or mineral deposits will build up
on heating elements. This build up will cause a rumbling
noise. Follow the element replacement directions to remove
the elements from the tank. Soaking in vinegar and scraping
will remove the mineral deposit. Be careful not to bend the
element.
ELEMENT REPLACEMENT
WARNING
Replacement elements must (1) be the same voltage and
(2) no greater wattage than listed on the model and rating
plate affixed to the tank.
1. Turn OFF the electrical supply to the tank.
WARNING
Makesure the electrical supply to thetankis turned OFF. Failure
to heed this will result in the possibility of DEATH, SERIOUS
BODILYINJURYORPROPERTY DAMAGE.
2. Drain the tank. Follow the directions for draining.
3. Take off the access panel and turn back the insulation.
Disconnect the wires from the heating element terminals.
4. Remove the element and gasket. You should always use a
new gasket when you replace the element.
5. Install new element.
6. Reconnect the wires as they were.
7. Fill the tank , following the filling directions on page 7. Fill the
tank with water, BEFORE you turn on the electric supply.
ANODE
The anode rod is used to protect the tank from corrosion. Most
hot water tanks are equipped with an anode rod. The
submerged rod sacrifices itself to protect the tank. Instead of
corroding the tank, water ions attack and eat away the anode
rod. This does not affect the water’s taste or color. The rod
must be maintained to keep the tank in operating condition.
Anode deterioration depends on water conductivity, not
necessarily water condition. A corroded or pitted anode rod
indicates high water conductivity and should be checked and/or
replaced more often than an anode rod that appears to be intact.
Replacement of a depleted anode rod can extend the life of your
water heater. Inspection should be conducted by a qualified
technician, and at a minimum should be checked annually after
the warranty period
Sometimes bacteria and mineral action on the anode will make
the water smell. Chlorination of water supply will get rid of the
odor. Equipment for treating problem water is available at your
local hardware store.
WARNING
Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot water system that has
not been used for a long period of time (generally two weeks or
more). Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable and explosive.
To prevent the possibility of bodily injury under these conditions,
open the hot water faucet for several minutes at the kitchen sink
before any electrical appliances which are connected to the hot
water system are used (such as a dishwasher or washing
machine). If hydrogen gas is present, there will probably be an
unusual sound similar to air escaping through the pipe as the
hot water faucet is opened. There must be no smoking or open
flame near the faucet at the time it is opened.
FIGURE8
WHEN ABNORMALLY HIGH WATER TEMPERATURES ARE
PRESENT, IT IS IMPORTANT THAT A QUALIFIED SERVICE
AGENT BE CONTACTEDTO DETERMINE THE REASON FOR
OPERATIONBEFORERESETTING.

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REPAIR PARTS
REPAIR PARTS SCHEDULE
ORDERING REPAIR PARTS
The following parts may be ordered through the store you
purchased the tank from, or direct from the factory listed on the
model & rating plate located on the lower front of the tank.
Selling prices will be furnished on request or parts will be
shipped at prevailing prices and you will be billed accordingly.
When ordering repair parts always give the following
information: (1) Part description, (2) Model serial number, (3)
Element wattage, (4) Voltage, (5) Part number.
WATER HEATER SOUNDS
1. The tank is equipped with an immersion heating
element for fastest recovery. If the tank occasionally
makes noises this is not a defect or a safety hazard.
2. Lime or scale has accumulated on the heating
element causing a hissing sound. Element scale
removal can be accomplished by using vinegar or by
scraping.
ITEM
NO. PARTDESCRIPTION
1 Primary Anode
2 1”NPT Plastisert Nipple
3 Anode/Hotwater Outlet
4 ElementGasket
5 Element
6 Thermostat Bracket
7 Thermostat w/Hi Limit
8 Terminal Cover
9 Access Panel
10 DipTube
11 Dip Tube w/1” NPT Nipple
12 T & P Valve
13 3/4”NPT Plastisert Nipple
14 Indicator Light
15 Drain Valve
16 Access Panel
17 Plug