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PLEASE NOTE: THIS MODEL IS NOT RECOMMENDED, NOR HAS IT BEEN TESTED FOR ANY PERMANENT OR INDOOR INSTALLATION. THIS
MODEL IS PART OF OUR PORTABLE, OUTDOOR SERIES AND NEEDS TO BE TAKEN DOWN AND STORED IN A WARM, DRY PLACE AFTER EVERY
USE. THIS MANUAL AND ALL ECCOTEMP CONTENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. VISIT SUPPORT.ECCOTEMP.COM FOR THE
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Before going to the USE section:
Check around area for flammables, especially gasoline or other vapors which may ignite. The exhaust and top
of the portable tankless water heater will get HOT! Make sure there are no foreign objects around the portable
tankless water heater or that have fallen into the top.
This water heater is for point of use and is meant for temporary water heating. You should not connect to a
permanent inlet water connection or connect to a water distribution system to supply multiple outlets.
If this water heater is only intended for use with non-potable water (such as a portable shower) do not
consume the water internally. This water heater does not screen contaminants and poses a potential health risk
if used to heat water for consumption.
Warning: This model is intended for recreational & portable use only. This model CANNOT be
permanently mounted or plumbed in any way.
1.
Be sure the showerhead or other water outlet device is in the “OFF” position.
2.
Set the water regulator knob on the face of the portable tankless water heater to its highest setting.
3.
Set the gas regulator knob on the face of the portable tankless water heater to its minimum setting.
4.
Make sure the gas cylinder is in an upright position and turn the gas valve on the cylinder all the way
open.
5.
IF THE SMELL OF GAS IS DETECTED, TURN OFF THE GAS VALVE FROM THE LP-GAS SUPPLY CYLINDER
IMMEDIATELY!!!
6.
Turn on incoming water supply. Ensure that you have adequate water pressure between 20-80 PSI.
7.
Turn on your showerhead or other water output device to the “on” position and adjust to the desired
water flow.
8.
There will be a series of audible clicks and the burner will ignite. Should the burner not ignite after 5
seconds, shut off and go to the “Trouble Shooting” section.
9.
Upon completion, turn the showerhead off or other water output off.
10. Turn your gas and water supply off.
11.
For storage, disconnect the water and gas lines from your portable tankless water heater.
12.
Drain the water heater by unscrewing the drain plug from the bottom of the tankless water heater. See
page 9 for location.
13.
Store water heater when not in use in a safe, warm and dry place.
WARNING: If the outside temperature is around or below freezing (32°F, 0° C), ensure that the drain
plug is opened and water drained from the portable tankless water heater after each use to avoid
internal damage to the water heater. You will also need to unhook the outgoing water line to ensure
that any water in the heat exchanger is drained. Failure to properly drain your portable tankless
water heater will cause water damage which may or may not be repairable. Please check the warranty
information found on our website at www.eccotemp.com for more information on freezing issues.
This appliance must be installed in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1, or the
Propane Storage and Handling Code, CSA B149.2
Use and Operation
WARNING!
GAS HOSE ADAPTER
THE EL5, EL5 and EL5 PORTABLE TANKLESS WATER HEATERS HAVE 1/2” TO 3/8” ADAPTER ALREADY ATTACHED TO THE
GAS INLET ON THE WATER HEATER.
PLEASE ENSURE THE ADAPTER IS CORRECTLY INSTALLED WITH THREAD SEALANT. A SPOOL OF SEALANT TAPE IS
INCLUDED WITH THE WATER HEATER.
MULTIPLE WRAPS OF SEALANT TAPE MAY BE NECESSARY TO ASSURE COMPLETE SEAL.
ALWAYS CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS BEFORE USING HEATER.
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