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Summary of Contents for Energy Smart Residential Electric Water Heater

Page 1: ... Serial Number 4 Date of Installation 5 Place of Purchase Table Of Contents PAGE Water Heater Safety 2 Installing Your Electric Water Heater 3 8 Unpacking Instructions 3 Location Requirements 4 Water System Piping 5 ElectricalRequirements 7 Installation Checklist 8 Operating Your Water Heater 9 11 Water Heater Start Up 9 Water Temperature Regulation 9 Operating the Temperature Control System 10 Op...

Page 2: ...r that has not been used for a long period of time 2 weeks or more Hydrogen is extremely flammable To reduce the risk of injury under these conditions it is recommended that the hot water faucet be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink before using any electrical appliance connected to the hot water system When hydrogen is present there will be an unusual sound such as air escaping throug...

Page 3: ...d operating instructions outlined in this manual If you lack the necessary skills required to properly install this water heater or you have difficulty following the instructions you should not proceed but have a qualified person perform the installation of this water heater Massachusetts code requires this water heater to be installed in accordance with Massachusetts Plumbing and Fuel Gas Code 24...

Page 4: ... of time It is recommended that a suitable drain pan be installed under the water heater as shown below This pan is to 3rotect the property from damage which may occur from normal condensate formation on the tank or leaks in the tank and pipe connections The pan must limit the water level to a maximum depth of 2 1 2 inches and be two inches wider than the heater and piped to an adequate drain Loca...

Page 5: ... and are readily available Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority 4 If installing the water heater in a closed water system install a relief valve or expansion tank in the cold water line as specified under Closed System Thermal Expansion 5 Install a shut off valve in the cold water inlet line It should be located close to the water heater and be easily accessible Know the loca...

Page 6: ...ll a 125 PSI pressure relief valve in the cold water supply line Make sure the discharge of this valve is directed to an open drain and protected from freezing Contact the local water supplier or plumbing inspector for information on how to control this situation Do not plug the temperature and pressure relief valve Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve Explosion Hazard If the temperature and pres...

Page 7: ...ion Electrical Requirements Electric Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing Replace all parts and panels before operating Failure to do so can result in death or electric shock Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire Use a UL approved strain relief Connect ground wire to green ground screw Failure to do so can result in death fire or electrical shock If you lack the necessary skills req...

Page 8: ...OWER ELEMENT 6603491 Installation Checklist Water Heater Location _ Centrally located with the water piping system _ Located indoors and in a vertical position _ Protected from freezing temperatures _ Provisions made to protect the area from water damage _ Drain pan installed and piped into an adequate drain _ Sufficient clearance to service the water heater Water System Piping _ Temperature and p...

Page 9: ...ttempt to repair these parts Water heaters subjected to flood conditions or any time the temperature sensor s or electronic control board have been submerged in water require replacement of the entire water heater Safety Shut off This water heater is equipped with a high limit control switch that is designed to shut off the power to the elements if the water temperature exceeds170 F 77 C Use the d...

Page 10: ... Cabin Mode The controller adjusts the water temperature to approximately 50 F This mode is recommended when the water heater is not in use for a long period of time This effectively turns the water heater off and prevents the water from freezing Diagnostic Indicator Light Analysis Light On Indicates power applied and operating correctly Light Off Indicates no power or a controller problem One Fla...

Page 11: ...xceedingly corrosive because the process substitutes sodium ions for magnesium and calcium ions The use of a water softener may decrease the life of the water heater tank The anode rod should be removed from the water heater tank every 3 years for inspection If the rod is more than 50 depleted the anode rod should be replaced See Replacing the Anode Rod in the maintenance section Water Heater Soun...

Page 12: ...r to the water heater 2 Shut off the water supply and open a nearby hot water faucet to depressurize the water tank 3 Drain approximately 5 gallons of water from the tank Refer to Draining and Flushing for proper procedures Close drain valve 4 Remove old anode rod 5 Use Teflon_ tape or approved pipe sealant on threads and install new anode rod 6 Turn on water supply and open nearby hot water fauce...

Page 13: ...n the bottom of the tank Refer to Draining and Flushing 6 Make sure the replacement element has the correct voltage and wattage rating Position the new gasket on the element and insert it into the water heater tank Figure 10 Tighten the element by turning it clockwise until secure Figure 10 Temperature Sensor SensorElement and Temperature BracketSens r _ 1 1 1 Screw in t Element i X Spud _ _ i __t...

Page 14: ...ing Chart PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE S CORRECTIVE ACTION NO HOTWATER 1 Nopowerto heater 1 Referto No Light of DiagnosticCodeChart 2 Hightemperaturelimitshut down 2 Referto 2 Flashes of DiagnosticCodeChart 3 Defectivesensor 3 Referto 3 Flashes of DiagnosticCodeChart INSUFFICIENT HOTWATER HIGHOPERATION COSTS 1 Defectivelowerelement 2 Temperature set toolow 3 Sedimentor limein tank 4 DefectiveDipTube 5 H...

Page 15: ... and Pressure Relief Valve is required but may not be factory installed Specify element type when ordering ITEM PARTS DESCRIPTION No 1 ACCESS DOORS 2 INSULATION PLUG 3 ELEMENT COVERS 4 LOWER ELEMENT 5 UPPER ELEMENT 6 ELEMENT GASKET 7 TEMPERATURE SENSOR 8 TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE 9 HEAT TRAPS 10 DIP TUBE 11 ANODE ROD 12 NIPPLE 13 DRAIN VALVE 14 JUNCTION BOX 2003 American Water Heater C...

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