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This User Manual has been prepared for owners and users  
of the hot water system. Please keep it in a safe place for 
future reference. 
Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and 
maintain your hot water system properly.
Just a little preventative care on your part can save you a  
great deal of time and money over the life of your hot water 
system. You'll find many answers to common problems 
in the chart of troubleshooting tips. If you review the chart 
of troubleshooting tips first, you may not need to call 
for service.

For the installer

The installation must be completed in accordance with the 
information supplied in the Installation Manual that comes 
with your gas continuous flow hot water system. 
All other relevant National, State or Local regulations must 
also be conformed with and these include (but are not 
limited to): 
•  Australian Standard AS3500.1 – Water Supply 
•  Australian Standard AS3500.4 – Hot Water Supply 
•  Australian Standard AS3000 – Electrical Installation 
•  Australian Gas Association Code AS5601 –  
 

Gas Appliance Installation 

•  Local Water, Gas & Electrical Authority Regulations  
 

Municipal Building Codes 

 

warning

Installation must be performed by a qualified installer (for 
example, a licensed plumber or gas fitter).

 

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This symbol indicates always do this

warning

  

 

Connect with power properly.

Otherwise, it may cause electric shock or fire due to 
excess heat generation.

  

 

Always ensure effective earthing.

No earthing may cause electric shock.

  

 

Disconnect the power and turn off the gas inlet valve 
to the hot water system if strange sounds, smell, or 
smoke comes from it.

It may cause fire and electric shock.

 

Do not operate or stop the water heater by switching 
on or off the power.

It may cause electric shock or fire due to heat generation.

Do not damage or use an unspecified power cord.

It may cause electric shock or fire.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by 
the manufacturer, an authorised service centre or a 
similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

Do not modify power cord length or share the outlet 
with other appliances.

It may cause electric shock or fire due to heat generation.

Do not operate with wet hands or in a damp 
environment.

It may cause electric shock.

Do not allow water to run into electric parts.

It may cause failure of machine or electric shock.

 

Do not use the socket if it is loose or damaged.

It may cause fire and electric shock.

 

Do not open the water heater during operation.

It may cause electric shock.

 

Do not allow the power cord to rest close to hot 
surfaces.

It may cause fire and electric shock.

Do not disassemble or modify water heater.

It may cause failure and electric shock.

      

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Summary of Contents for KGC20BL Series

Page 1: ...Gas Continuous Flow Hot Water System User Manual ...

Page 2: ...ol indicates tips and information about economical and ecological use of the hot water system environmental tips Information on disposal for users Most of the packing materials are recyclable Please dispose of those materials through your local recycling depot or by placing them in appropriate collection containers If you wish to discard this hot water system please contact your local authorities ...

Page 3: ...s symbol indicates always do this warning Connect with power properly Otherwise it may cause electric shock or fire due to excess heat generation Always ensure effective earthing No earthing may cause electric shock Disconnect the power and turn off the gas inlet valve to the hot water system if strange sounds smell or smoke comes from it It may cause fire and electric shock Do not operate or stop...

Page 4: ...rds AS3498 provides full details of the requirements for the supply of controlled temperatures to bathrooms and is required to be conformed to under all Australian plumbing codes Do not store or use gasoline or other flammables vapours or liquids in the vicinity of the gas continuous flow hot water system Do not reverse the water and or gas connections as this will cause damage to the gas valves a...

Page 5: ...assist you in quoting its model number Rating label position Serial number label position Gas type label position MODELS KGC20 KGC26 Capacity L min 20L min 26L min Gas Input MJ h 160 195 Inlet Supply Pressure kPa Nat Gas 1 13 min 1 13 min 2 75 max 2 75 max Inlet Supply Pressure kPa LPG 2 61 min 2 89max 2 61 min 2 89max Water Supply Pressure kPa 150 min 150 min 1200 max 1200 max Height mm 542 542 D...

Page 6: ...d check for leaks Once water is flowing freely from the open hot tap or fixture indicating that all air has been dispelled from the system close the open hot water tap or fixture Open the gas isolation valve located on the inlet to the water heater and check for leaks warning If you smell gas or a gas leak is detected after opening the gas isolation valve immediately close the valve Do not turn on...

Page 7: ... filter of any debris Refer to page 10 for instructions 1 Fully open the manual water control valve on the water supply line 2 Open a hot water tap to verify that water is flowing to that tap then turn the tap off 3 Fully open the manual gas control valve installed and check for leaks warning If you smell gas or a gas leak is detected after opening the manual gas control valve immediately close th...

Page 8: ...perature by using the remote controller and mixing cold water as required Note If the Burner On display indicator is lit for safety reasons the temperature on the MAIN controller will not be able to be increased above 50 C If using a SHOWER or ENSUITE controller for safety reasons the temperature will not be able to be increased above 42 C If these temperatures are desired first close all hot wate...

Page 9: ...se the manual gas shut off valve 2 Turn off the power supply to the system 3 Close the manual water shut off valve located on the water supply line 4 Open all hot water taps in the house Bathroom kitchen laundry room etc When the water flow has ceased close all hot water taps 5 Have a bucket or pan to catch the water from the water heater s drain plugs Unscrew the drain plugs to drain all the wate...

Page 10: ...or any flammable vapours and liquids Water heater draining and filter cleaning 1 Close the manual gas shut off valve 2 Turn off the power supply to the system 3 Close the manual water shut off valve 4 Open all hot water taps in the house bathroom kitchen laundry room etc When the residual water flow has ceased close all hot water taps 5 Have a bucket or pan to catch the water from the water heater...

Page 11: ...keep the water heater running Is the gas supply valve fully open Is the filter on the cold water inlet clean Are the fixtures clean of debris and obstructions Is the gas inlet filter in the water heater blocked Call a service technician to remove blockage Fluctuation in hot water temperature Is the filter on the cold water inlet clean Is the gas line sized properly Is the supply gas pressure enoug...

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Page 15: ... is transported at the owner s cost and risk while in transit to and from Electrolux or its ASC 6 Proof of purchase is required before you can make a claim under this warranty 7 You may not make a claim under this warranty unless the defect claimed is due to faulty or defective parts or workmanship Electrolux is not liable in the following situations which are not exhaustive a the Appliance is dam...

Page 16: ...nformation about Kelvinator appliances please visit your retailer phone or email our Customer Care team or visit our website telephone 1300 363 640 fax 1800 350 067 email customercare electrolux com au web www kelvinator com au Kelvinator We are part of the Electrolux family Share more of our thinking at www electrolux com au ...

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