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7. Electrical Installation
STEP 1:
Take the wire pair and connect to the breaker (see wiring diagram). Be sure the power to
the unit is shut off using the dedicated circuit breakers in the main electrical panel.
STEP 2:
Run the power cable wire from the circuit breaker in the main electrical panel to the water
heater by utilizing a suitable wire gauge which meets all applicable electrical codes for the size of
the breaker. Then, connect the power cable to the block terminal within the water heater.
STEP 3:
Unit requires a ground conductor for the incoming circuit.
STEP 4:
DOUBLE CHECK the electrical connections and ensure the wire connections are
correct, tight and secure. It’s important to confirm that the right breaker size and wire gauge has
been used and that the unit has been connected to a ground in accordance with applicable codes.
Be sure to reattach the front cover of the unit with two screws.
STEP 5:
Ensure that all the air has been purged from the water lines before turning on power to
the unit. Refer to STEP 3 in the plumbing installation section. Restore power to the unit through
the dedicated circuit breaker in the main electrical panel.
It is crucial to follow the wire connection as shown and ensure all connections are made
correctly for proper operation of the unit. The unit will not operate correctly, even though it
turns on and otherwise appears to function, if you mix up one set of wire with another.
Electrical Specifications by Heater Input
Item #
kW
Voltage
Max
Amps
Required Breaker
Req. Wire Size
BD-35-WH
3.5
120
27
1 x 30A Single Pole
10 AWG with Ground
BD-70-WH
7.0
240
29
1 x 30A Double Pole
10 AWG with Ground
BD-13-WH
13.0
240
55
1 x 60A Double Pole
4 AWG with Ground
Power Rates
Element #
110V
120V
220V
240V
BD-35-WH
3,000 Watts
3,500 Watts
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—
BD-70-WH
—
—
5,881 Watts
7,000 Watts
BD-13-WH
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—
10.900 Watts
13,000 Watts