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49-6000243 Rev. 0
Installation Instructions
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
A separate branch circuit with copper conductors,
overcurrent protective device and suitable
disconnecting means must be provided by a qualified
electrician.
All wiring must conform to local codes or latest edition
of National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70.
The voltage requirements and wattage load for the
water heater are specified on the rating label on the
front of the water heater.
The branch circuit wiring should include
either:
1. Metallic conduit or metallic sheathed cable approved
for use as a grounding conductor and installed with
fittings approved for the purpose.
2. Nonmetallic sheathed cable, metallic conduit or
metallic sheathed cable not approved for use
as a ground conductor shall include a separate
conductor for grounding. It should be attached to
the ground terminals of the water heater and the
electrical distribution box.
WARNING
It is recommended for this
product to be installed by a licensed and qualified
electrician in accordance with all applicable
national, state, and local electrical codes.
Under no circumstances should you attempt to
install, repair, or disassemble the water heater
without first shutting off power directly at the fuse
or breaker box.
Before installing this product, make sure the
installation location has sufficient electrical power
available to handle the maximum amperage load
for the water heater.
WARNING
Proper ground connection is
essential. The presence of water in the piping
and water heater does not provide sufficient
conduction for a ground. Nonmetallic piping,
dielectric unions, flexible connectors, etc., can
cause the water heater to be electrically isolated.
Do not disconnect factory ground.
The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover any
damage or defect caused by installation, attachment
or use of any type of energy-saving or other
unapproved devices (other than those authorized by
the manufacturer) into, onto or in conjunction with the
water heater. The use of unauthorized energy-saving
devices may shorten the life of the water heater and
may endanger life and property.
The manufacturer disclaims any responsibility for
such loss or injury resulting from the use of such
unauthorized devices.
NOTE:
do not cover the operating or warning labels attached
to the water heater or attempt to relocate them.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
The following models require a single dedicated circuit.
(One set of wire and ground)
GE04SNLPDG, GE06SNHPDG, GE08SNLPDG,
GE11SNHPDG, GE15SNHPDG
The following models require two dedicated circuits.
(Two sets or wire and ground).
GE18SNHPDG
The following models require three dedicated circuits
(Three sets of wire and ground)
GE24DNHPDG, GE27DNHPDG
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION GUIDE
NOTE: This guide recommends minimum branch circuit sizing and wire gauge based on the National
Electric Code.
Model Number
Power (kW)
Voltage
Amps
Recommended Breaker
Size
Recommended Wire Size
GE04SNLPDG
3.5
120
29
(1 x 30)A
10 AWG
GE06SNHPDG
5.5
240
23
(1 x 30)A
10 AWG
GE08SNHPDG
8.0
240
33
(1 x 40)A
8 AWG
GE11SNHPDG
11.0
240
46
(1 x 50)A
6 AWG
GE15SNHPDG
14.6
240
61
(1 x 70)A
4 AWG
GE18SNHPDG
18.0
240
75
(2 x 40)A
8 AWG
GE24DNHPDG
24.0
240
100
(3 x 40)A
8 AWG
GE27DNHPDG
27.0
240
113
(3 x 40)A
8 AWG
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