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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
Water Heater Sizing Information
Mixing Valves - Water Heater Capacity and Increasing Temperature Setpoint:
Mixing valves for reducing point-of-use water
temperature by mixing hot and cold water in branch
water lines are commercially available. Contact a
licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for
further information.
The water heater temperature setting strongly impacts
the amount of usable hot water available for showers
and baths.
• Energy consumption/savings and efficiency testing
of water heaters, including the GeoSpring™ Solar, is
performed according to Solar Rating & Certification
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of manufacture.
• Safety regulations require a factory setting no greater
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• The user can adjust the temperature setting to meet
their needs. Always read and understand the safety
instructions contained in the owner’s manual before
adjusting the temperature setpoint.
DANGER
There is a Hot Water SCALD
Potential if the control water
temperature is set too high. Households with small
children, disabled or elderly persons may require a
120°F (49°C) or lower thermostat setting to prevent
contact with “HOT” water.
Ground Mount or Readily Accessible Areas
When a collector module is intended for installation in
areas which are readily accessible to other than service
personnel. The water heater must be guarded to protect
against unintentional contact. Contact with the solar
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caution when servicing or performing maintenance.
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Sizing Information
FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
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Applicable local codes shall always govern installation. For residential water heaters of a capacity greater than 52
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WARNING
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If installing the water heater on the ground or other areas that are accessible, the water heater must be guarded to
protect against unintentional contact.
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performing maintenance.
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