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7- MAINTENANCE 

To ensure maximum performance of your water heater and to reduce the risk of a water leak, we recommend 
the following maintenance: 

Remove the Eemax Steam Shield

TM

 steam separating aerator (Patent Pending) once a month and soak in white 

vinegar to descale any buildup.  Perform this maintenance more often in heavy use or if the supply water is very 
hard (hardness > 11 GPM).  

FAILURE TO DO SO CAN CAUSE HAZARDOUS OPERATION – SERIOUS BODILY INJURY 

OR DEATH COULD OCCUR IF YOU IGNORE THIS WARNING.

   

Inspect the connections on the inlet and outlet of the water heater as well as the dispenser at least on an annual 
basis for any signs of damage or failure. Any signs of damage, cracks, leakage or weakness should be addressed. 
Take care not to over tighten the connections. Serious internal damage to your water heater can occur if you 
over tighten the water heater connections at the unit. Check to make sure there are no signs of corrosions or 
leaks around the dispenser mount or connections.  

IMPORTANT NOTES: 

DANGER

 As with all electrical appliances, under no circumstances should you attempt to install, repair or 

disassemble this water heater without first shutting off all power to the unit directly at the fuse or circuit 
breaker. 

SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH COULD OCCUR IF YOU IGNORE THIS WARNING. 

When any maintenance is performed on the water heater or the plumbing system that may introduce air into 
the plumbing pipes, it is important to turn the power off to the water heater and purge the air out of the lines 
before allowing the unit to power up. 

FAILURE TO DO SO COULD CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE 

HEATING ELEMENT AND VOID YOUR WARRANTY.

  

If you have a water supply with a high level of mineralization (hard water), you should increase the frequency of 
your maintenance.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“CAUTION”

 

Before  servicing  the  unit  make  sure 
to  disconnect  the  power  supply 
connection  directly  at  the  breaker. 
REQUIRED 

WIRING 

#6, 

USE 

1X60AMP CIRCUIT BREAKERS.

 

Summary of Contents for HotMAx HM013240

Page 1: ...E THIS WARNING THIS PRODUCT SHOULD BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN AND A QUALIFIED PLUMBER IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL NATIONAL STATE PROVINCIAL AND LOCAL ELECTRICAL PLUMBING CODES PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY AND COMPLETELY PRIOR TO INSTALLATION USE FAILURE TO DO SO COULD CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH This manual should be given to the owner after installation and ...

Page 2: ...ons the thermostat is set at 140 F before the water heater is shipped from the factory The chart above shows water temperatures to 155 F 68 C This unit is subject to water temperatures up to 212 F 100 C which can produce a serious burn instantly DANGER HotMax is not intended for use by small children disabled or elderly persons unless given instructions or supervision by a person responsible for t...

Page 3: ...nce and energy savings from your electric 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 If you have questions at any time please contact us directly at Manufacturer s National Service Department 400 Cap...

Page 4: ...this product in a location where it may be subjected to freezing temperatures If the water inside your tankless water heater freezes it can cause severe and permanent damage that is not covered under your warranty DO NOT locate the water heater in a location that is difficult to access Make sure that the water heater and hot water outlet pipe are out of reach of children so they are unable to tamp...

Page 5: ...he top of the unit Water connections should be easily accessible under the sink so that the dispenser can be secured and tightened to the heater Recommended Clearances for Safety and Service Maintence 4 101 6 mm above 9 228 6 mm below 6 152 4mm in front and to the sides DANGER Flammable materials should be kept at least 24 609 6mm away from your water heater and the hot water outlet pipe Mounting ...

Page 6: ...pper tube reaches both the intended dispenser location and heater Pre drill three holes in the locations specified on the mounting template Figure 2 DO NOT completely sink all three screws Leave clearance to hang the unit Remove the template and hang the unit Figure 2 Sink Cold Water Line Hot Water Line Wire Connection ...

Page 7: ... steel consult a professional STEP 2 Remove components from packaging and connect the dispenser proprietary outlet tube and fittings See plumbing installation for more details DO NOT pinch break or cut the proprietary outlet tubing Be careful to not damage the fittings DO NOT overtighten compression fittings Ensure all fittings are properly seated in the base of the dispenser head DO NOT use pipe ...

Page 8: ...mperatures STEP 3 After tightening both fittings at the water heater open the dispenser and let water run through the heater for at least 2 to 3 minutes This process purges all the air from the water lines and MUST be performed prior to turning on the power at the unit FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS STEP CAN CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE HEATING ELEMENTS If any maintenance is performed on the water heater...

Page 9: ...ric tankless water heater 5 Only install the proprietary hot water tube that is included between the dispenser and heater During installation it is recommended that when connecting the inlet water pipe to the unit make sure to use a wrench to hold the unit s connection and another wrench to tighten so that the flow sensor on the unit will not be loosened or damaged Serious internal damage to the w...

Page 10: ... AWG ground Manufactuer Recommends 240 VAC Single Phase 220 VAC may be used at a 15 reduction in power output 208 VAC may be used at a 20 reduction in power output Please see electrical specifications by heater input and wiring diagram on the next page for additional electrical information WARNING Hotmax must be protected by a GFCI Connect only to a circuit that is protected by a recognized ground...

Page 11: ...firm that all the air has been purged from the water lines prior to turning on power to the unit Refer to STEP 3 in the plumbing installation section DANGER Failure to do so can result in property damage injury or death CAUTION Ensure that you have made the correct connections You must follow the wire connection as shown to ensure proper operation of the unit If you mix up one set of wires with an...

Page 12: ...ired temperature Once the water dispenser is turned off your water heater will turn off as well WARNING Scalding Hazard The dispenser delivers near boiling 210 F 99 C water which can instantly burn or scald a person Use care when operating this appliance NOTICE If HotMax is installed at high altitudes water will boil at lower temperatures Turn down the set point on the heater to compensate for thi...

Page 13: ...nections at the unit Check to make sure there are no signs of corrosions or leaks around the dispenser mount or connections IMPORTANT NOTES DANGER As with all electrical appliances under no circumstances should you attempt to install repair or disassemble this water heater without first shutting off all power to the unit directly at the fuse or circuit breaker SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH COULD ...

Page 14: ...t voltage for your heater The water temperature at the dispenser is less or greater than the temperature setting of my water heater Voltage less than 240 volts The computer chips in your tankless water heater are programmed with the expectation that your incoming line voltage is 240 volts If you have less than 240 volts it may affect the reading on your water heater s digital display and cause it ...

Page 15: ...emperature at any time between 140 F 200 F 60 C 99 C The temperature can be changed to your desired setting HotMax will fill an 8 oz cup or measurement cup in 7 5 to 8 seconds with near boiling hot water DANGER Hotter water increases the potential for Hot Water SCALDS CAUTION Removing the cover while the unit is energized or hot exposes electrical shock and burn hazards which can cause INJURY or D...

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