3
INSTALLING YOUR WATER HEATER
Consumer Information
This solar storage tank water heater should be installed in
accordance with the local code authority having jurisdiction,
the power company or electric utility, and this installation
manual. In the absence of local code requirements, follow
the regulations set forth in the current edition of The
National Electric Code, NFPA 70. The National Electric
Code is available from the following:
National Fire Protection Association
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
American National Standards Institute
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
Check your phone listings for the local authorities having
jurisdiction over your installation.
Consumer Responsibilities
This manual has been prepared to acquaint you with
the installation, operation and maintenance of your solar
storage tank water heater and to provide important safety
information in these areas.
We urge you to read all of the instructions thoroughly
before attempting the installation or operation of this solar
storage tank water heater. This manual should be kept for
future reference.
The manufacturer of this solar storage tank water heater
will not be liable for any damages caused by failure to
comply with the installation and operating instructions
outlined in this manual.
If you lack the necessary skills required to properly install
this solar storage tank water heater or you have dif
fi
culty
following the directions, you should not proceed but have
a quali
fi
ed person perform the installation of this solar
storage tank water heater.
Examples of a qualified person include: licensed plumbers,
authorized gas company personnel, and authorized
service personnel.
Massachusetts code requires this solar storage tank water
heater to be installed in accordance with Massachusetts
248-CMR 2.00: State Plumbing Code and 248-CMR 5.00.
A data plate identifying your solar storage tank water heater
can be found adjacent to the element door. When referring
to your solar storage tank water heater always have the
information listed on the data plate readily available.
Retain your original receipt as proof of purchase.
Unpacking the Water Heater
Removing Packaging Materials
IMPORTANT: Do not remove any permanent instructions,
labels, or the data label from either the outside of the solar
storage tank water heater or on the inside of solar storage
tank water heater panels.
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Remove exterior packaging and place installation
components aside.
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Inspect all parts for damage prior to installation and
start-up.
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Completely read all instructions before attempting to
assemble and install this product.
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After installation, dispose of/recycle all packaging
materials.
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
water heater.
Failure to do so can result in back or
other injury.
