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Safety Information

Safety Precautions . . . . . .  3, 4

Installation Instructions

Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5

Water Connections. . . . . . . . . 6

Electrical Connections. . . . . . 8

Operating Instructions

Safety Controls . . . . . . . . . . 12

Water Temperature . . . . . . .  13

Care and Cleaning

Draining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  14

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . .  14

Extended Shut-Down . . . . .  14

Troubleshooting Tips

Before You Call
For Service . . . . . . . . . . . . .  15

Customer Service

Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . .  16-18

If You Need Service . . . . . .  19

Wiring Diagram. . . . . . . . .  20

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Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain
your water heater properly. Just a little preventive care on your part
can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your
water heater.

You’ll find many answers to common problems in the Before You
Call For Service section. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting
Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all.

READ THIS MANUAL

FOR YOUR RECORDS

Write the model and serial numbers here:

#

#

You can find them on a label on the appliance.

Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. 

Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under
the warranty.

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.  There
are many important safety messages in this manual and on
your appliance.  Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. Recognize this symbol
as an indication of Important Safety Information!
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can
kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and
either the word “DANGER”, “WARNING”, “CAUTION” or
“NOTICE”.

These words mean:

DANGER

An imminently hazardous situation 
that will result in death or serious 
injury.

WARNING

A potentially hazardous situation that 
could result in death or serious injury
and/or damage to property.

CAUTION

A potentially hazardous situation that 
may result in minor or moderate 
injury.

Notice:

Attention is called to observe a 
specified procedure or maintain 
a specific condition.

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READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION

Summary of Contents for 120 Volt

Page 1: ...cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm 2 through 30 Gallon Capacity 120 and 240 Volt Models LISTED 786H AP10227 10 11 03 Printed in USA Use Care Manual With Installation Instructions for the...

Page 2: ...ou can find them on a label on the appliance Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty Your safety and the safety of...

Page 3: ...uctions in how to adjust the thermostat s DANGER Hotter water increases the potential for Hot Water SCALDS D A N G E R HOT Water temperature over 125 F can cause severe burns instantly or death from s...

Page 4: ...with generic earthquake bracing instructions can be obtained from Office of the State Architect 400 P Street Sacramento CA 95814 or you may call 916 324 5315 or ask a water heater dealer However appl...

Page 5: ...such a manner that the thermostat and element access panels can be removed to permit inspection and servicing such as removal of elements or checking controls The water heater and water lines should...

Page 6: ...he suggested method of controlling thermal expansion is to install an expansion tank in the cold water line between the water heater and the check valve The expansion tank is designed with an air cush...

Page 7: ...s or persons and to eliminate potential water damage Piping used should be of a type approved for hot water distribution The discharge line must be no smaller than the outlet of the valve and must pit...

Page 8: ...l for wiring connections The branch circuit wiring should include either Metallic conduit or metallic sheathed cable approved for use as a grounding conductor and installed with fittings approved for...

Page 9: ...vices 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 e...

Page 10: ...ection arrangement Typical side connection arrangement Relief Valve Insulation Installation CAUTION Ensure the T P Valve opening is not obstructed by the insulation Heat Trap For increased energy effi...

Page 11: ...nt room to service heater Water heater completely filled with water Air purged from water heater and piping Water connections tight and free of leaks Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly ins...

Page 12: ...Do not smoke or use an open flame near the faucet at the time it is open CAUTION The cause of the high temperature condition must be investigated by qualified service technician and corrective action...

Page 13: ...ure Setting The temperature of the water in the water heater can be regulated by setting the temperature dial of the adjustable surface mounted thermostat s located behind the jacket access panel s Du...

Page 14: ...nd or replacement as operation with the anode rod removed will shorten the life of the glass lined tank and will exclude warranty coverage Care and cleaning of the water heater Draining the Water Heat...

Page 15: ...y may be off Make sure electric supply to water heater and disconnect switch if used are in the ON position The thermostat may See the Temperature regulation of the water heater be set set too low sec...

Page 16: ...below and number of parts desired CAUTION For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of electrical wiring thermostat s heating elements or other operating controls Refer repairs to qualified service person...

Page 17: ...ed below and number of parts desired CAUTION For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of electrical wiring thermostat s heating elements or other operating controls Refer repairs to qualified service per...

Page 18: ...ER BEFO RE SERV ICING R E SE T R E S E T 140 130 120 110 100 90 T H E R M O D I S C TURN OFF POW ER BEFO RE SERV ICING 140 130 120 110 100 90 T H E R M O D I S C R E SE T R E S E T 140 130 120 110 10...

Page 19: ...he Manufacturer s National Service Department at the following address 2600 Gunter Park Drive Montgomery Alabama 36109 1413 Phone 1 800 432 8373 When contacting the manufacturer the following informat...

Page 20: ...T TO ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION PANEL JUNCTION BOX N 120 V Plug Connected Cord Set ONLY SINGLE ELEMENT FIG B BRANCH CIRCUIT TO ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION PANEL UPPER THERMOSTAT HIGH TEMP LIMIT ECO 2 UPPER H...

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