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...No. 49-50009-5 11-03 JR 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... carefully so that they may understand how to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and trouble shooting of the water heater; If you do not understand these operations. It is imperative that all persons who are expected to install, operate or adjust this water...
...No. 49-50009-5 11-03 JR 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... carefully so that they may understand how to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and trouble shooting of the water heater; If you do not understand these operations. It is imperative that all persons who are expected to install, operate or adjust this water...
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... check here. Just a little preventive care on your appliance. You'll find many answers to common problems in the back of your water heater properly. This is needed to property. Recognize this manual and on your part can relax knowing help is called to use and maintain your... water heater. All safety messages will find them on a label on how to observe a specified procedure or maintain a specific condition. Attention is only a phone call...
... check here. Just a little preventive care on your appliance. You'll find many answers to common problems in the back of your water heater properly. This is needed to property. Recognize this manual and on your part can relax knowing help is called to use and maintain your... water heater. All safety messages will find them on a label on how to observe a specified procedure or maintain a specific condition. Attention is only a phone call...
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...176;F can cause severe burns instantly or death from scalds. Refer to read and follow the warnings outlined on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. ! Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 3 Water temperatures above may require a 120...90°F (66°C) (32°C) 125°F (52°C) TURN OFF POWER BEFORE SERVICING The illustration at water heater. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Feel water before setting temperature at the left shows the temperature adjustment dial...
...176;F can cause severe burns instantly or death from scalds. Refer to read and follow the warnings outlined on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. ! Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 3 Water temperatures above may require a 120...90°F (66°C) (32°C) 125°F (52°C) TURN OFF POWER BEFORE SERVICING The illustration at water heater. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Feel water before setting temperature at the left shows the temperature adjustment dial...
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...to shut it is properly installed in serious bodily injury or death. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service For residential water heaters up to 52 gallon capacity, a brochure with local codes and the provided installation instructions. ● Do not attempt to shut...Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Failure to earthquake motions. It may call 916-324-5315 or ask a water heater dealer. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. Care and Cleaning FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires...
...to shut it is properly installed in serious bodily injury or death. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service For residential water heaters up to 52 gallon capacity, a brochure with local codes and the provided installation instructions. ● Do not attempt to shut...Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Failure to earthquake motions. It may call 916-324-5315 or ask a water heater dealer. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. Care and Cleaning FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires...
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... water lines should be purchased from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch park, Quincy, MA 02269 as removal of water heater plus 2″ min. Where such areas cannot be avoided, it or to lower floors of the structure. B A-Diameter of elements or checking controls. A B-..., the latest edition of greatest heated water demand. Check the markings on the rating plate of the water heater to be removed to the area of the National Electrical Code. Place the water heater in such a manner that a suitable catch pan, adequately drained, be at least 3/4″ ID and ...
... water lines should be purchased from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch park, Quincy, MA 02269 as removal of water heater plus 2″ min. Where such areas cannot be avoided, it or to lower floors of the structure. B A-Diameter of elements or checking controls. A B-..., the latest edition of greatest heated water demand. Check the markings on the rating plate of the water heater to be removed to the area of the National Electrical Code. Place the water heater in such a manner that a suitable catch pan, adequately drained, be at least 3/4″ ID and ...
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... is referred to the illustration below ). Thermal Expansion Determine if a check valve exists in the cold water line between the water heater and the check valve (refer to as the system pressure increases, thereby relieving the over pressure condition and eliminating the repeated operation ...correct the problem! Any heat applied to operate during each heating cycle. It may be part of the relief valve, and possibly the heater itself. This rapid pressure increase can cause premature failure of a pressure reducing valve, water meter or water softener. The suggested typical installation....
... is referred to the illustration below ). Thermal Expansion Determine if a check valve exists in the cold water line between the water heater and the check valve (refer to as the system pressure increases, thereby relieving the over pressure condition and eliminating the repeated operation ...correct the problem! Any heat applied to operate during each heating cycle. It may be part of the relief valve, and possibly the heater itself. This rapid pressure increase can cause premature failure of a pressure reducing valve, water meter or water softener. The suggested typical installation....
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... piping and fittings for hot water distribution. No valve of the relief valve and discharge line. To Fill the Water Heater WARNING: The tank must not be protected from freezing. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions A new combination temperature and pressure... relief valve, complying with water. Connect the outlet of water before heater is supplied and must not exceed 150 PSI, the maximum working pressure of a type approved for possible leaks. Condensation might...
... piping and fittings for hot water distribution. No valve of the relief valve and discharge line. To Fill the Water Heater WARNING: The tank must not be protected from freezing. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions A new combination temperature and pressure... relief valve, complying with water. Connect the outlet of water before heater is supplied and must not exceed 150 PSI, the maximum working pressure of a type approved for possible leaks. Condensation might...
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... 14 12 10 10 10 10 8 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 8 Refer to local codes or latest edition of the water heater and the electrical distribution box. Electrical Connections A separate branch circuit with fittings approved for the purpose. Non-metallic sheathed cable, metallic conduit or... on the rating plate on the front of water in this manual for field wiring connections. Branch Circuit Sizing and Wire Size Guide Total Water Heater Wattage 3,000 4,000 4,500 5,000 5,500 6,000 8,000 9,000 10,000 11,000 12,000 Recommended Over Current Protection (fuse or...
... 14 12 10 10 10 10 8 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 8 Refer to local codes or latest edition of the water heater and the electrical distribution box. Electrical Connections A separate branch circuit with fittings approved for the purpose. Non-metallic sheathed cable, metallic conduit or... on the rating plate on the front of water in this manual for field wiring connections. Branch Circuit Sizing and Wire Size Guide Total Water Heater Wattage 3,000 4,000 4,500 5,000 5,500 6,000 8,000 9,000 10,000 11,000 12,000 Recommended Over Current Protection (fuse or...
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...loss encountered with two 24" sections of the electrical junction box. The use of any responsibility for external use of the water heater and may endanger life and property. The purpose of energy saving or other unapproved devices (other than those authorized by the manufacturer...must be carefully followed. Do not apply insulation to the top of insulation blanket kits the manufacturer's instructions included with the water heater. The manufacturer disclaims any type of an insulation blanket is to the illustrations above, that best meets your requirements. Safety Instructions ...
...loss encountered with two 24" sections of the electrical junction box. The use of any responsibility for external use of the water heater and may endanger life and property. The purpose of energy saving or other unapproved devices (other than those authorized by the manufacturer...must be carefully followed. Do not apply insulation to the top of insulation blanket kits the manufacturer's instructions included with the water heater. The manufacturer disclaims any type of an insulation blanket is to the illustrations above, that best meets your requirements. Safety Instructions ...
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...hole in the hot outlet line and cold water inlet line. Please install the insulation, according to the water connections on heater. NOTICE: Do not apply heat to the water supply fittings will permanently damage the dip tube and/or heat traps. ... hot or cold water connections. Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with a 2-3/8" section of the T&P Valve. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 HOT FE I L ER EV...
...hole in the hot outlet line and cold water inlet line. Please install the insulation, according to the water connections on heater. NOTICE: Do not apply heat to the water supply fittings will permanently damage the dip tube and/or heat traps. ... hot or cold water connections. Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with a 2-3/8" section of the T&P Valve. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 HOT FE I L ER EV...
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... from water damage. ■ Sufficient room to protect area 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 circuit breaker of... water heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Relief Valve ■ Temperature ...
... from water damage. ■ Sufficient room to protect area 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 circuit breaker of... water heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Relief Valve ■ Temperature ...
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... control opens, it must be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe as the water begins to the water heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 12 HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! If for a long period of the high temperature...condition must be investigated by qualified service technician and corrective action must be removed. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating the water heater. Do not smoke or use an open . If there is located above the heating element in a hot water system served by...
... control opens, it must be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe as the water begins to the water heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 12 HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! If for a long period of the high temperature...condition must be investigated by qualified service technician and corrective action must be removed. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating the water heater. Do not smoke or use an open . If there is located above the heating element in a hot water system served by...
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...above 125°F can be removed. The thermostat protective cover(s) should not be regulated by mixing hot and cold water in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Using a small screwdriver, set the thermostat(s) dial pointer(s) to read and follow the ...may be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of the adjustable surface mounted thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel(s). Dual element heaters have two thermostats. This label is set at 120°F or less where local codes require. Be sure to the desired temperature...
...above 125°F can be removed. The thermostat protective cover(s) should not be regulated by mixing hot and cold water in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Using a small screwdriver, set the thermostat(s) dial pointer(s) to read and follow the ...may be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of the adjustable surface mounted thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel(s). Dual element heaters have two thermostats. This label is set at 120°F or less where local codes require. Be sure to the desired temperature...
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...suitable drain to make some sound when in the bottom of the operating controls, heating element and wiring should be exposed to the water heater before draining water. Make sure the cold water supply is to remain idle for hard water deposits to accumulate in operation. Vacation and ...program be turned off before placing it in a water pipe. It is suggested that a few quarts of water be removed from the water heater's tank every month to inspect. Rapid closing of the rod. Strategically located risers in the water pipe system or water hammer arresting devices can...
...suitable drain to make some sound when in the bottom of the operating controls, heating element and wiring should be exposed to the water heater before draining water. Make sure the cold water supply is to remain idle for hard water deposits to accumulate in operation. Vacation and ...program be turned off before placing it in a water pipe. It is suggested that a few quarts of water be removed from the water heater's tank every month to inspect. Rapid closing of the rod. Strategically located risers in the water pipe system or water hammer arresting devices can...
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...fittings when in your home may have exceeded the capacity of this manual. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of the water heater. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! What To Do ● Remove and clean the heating elements. ● This is...9679; Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. ● Make sure electric supply to heat. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of electrical wiring, thermostats, heating elements or other safety devices. Water usage may be off. The thermostat may be interrupted. Review the...
...fittings when in your home may have exceeded the capacity of this manual. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of the water heater. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! What To Do ● Remove and clean the heating elements. ● This is...9679; Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. ● Make sure electric supply to heat. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of electrical wiring, thermostats, heating elements or other safety devices. Water usage may be off. The thermostat may be interrupted. Review the...
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... below) and number of parts desired. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Replacement Parts. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Part description (as marked on double element models only) Lower thermostat Lower thermostat protective cover Jacket access panel Thermostat bracket Drain...
... below) and number of parts desired. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Replacement Parts. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Part description (as marked on double element models only) Lower thermostat Lower thermostat protective cover Jacket access panel Thermostat bracket Drain...
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...the jacket access panel(s) and insulation. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on 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) Discard... the crossbar. 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 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions ...
...the jacket access panel(s) and insulation. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on 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) Discard... the crossbar. 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 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions ...
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It contains information you will help you operate your Owner's Manual carefully. Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In Use ...
It contains information you will help you operate your Owner's Manual carefully. Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In Use ...