Installation / Operation Instruction Manual

TO DRAIN THE HEATER

Should it become necessary to completely drain the water heater, make sure

you follow the steps below:

1. Disconnect the power supply to the heater. Consult the plumbing

professional or electric company in your area for service.

2. Close the cold water supply shut-off valve.

3. Open the drain valve on the water heater by turning the knob counter-

clockwise. The drain valve has threads on the end that will allow

connection of a standard hose coupling.

4. Open a hot water faucet to allow air to enter the system.

To refill the water heater, refer to “TO FILL THE WATER HEATER.”

Thermostat Adjustment

The temperature of the water can be changed by adjusting the thermostat(s).

Before any work is done on the water heater, disconnect all power to the water

heater by opening the switch at the main electrical circuit breaker or fuse box.

Remove the access panels or front panel on tabletop models, fold the

insulation outward away from the controls. Adjust the thermostat dial using a

screwdriver until the minimum acceptable temperature is achieved. The

thermostat has been factory preset to approximately 120°F (49°C). Remember

that lower temperature settings are more energy efficient. Rotate the

temperature dial clockwise

to increase water temperature. Rotate the

thermostat dial counter-clockwise

to decrease the temperature setting.

Replace the insulation making sure that the controls are well covered and that

the plastic terminal shield has not been displaced; replace the access panel.

The water heater is now ready for operation and the main switch can be closed.

CAUTION

Before adjusting thermostat(s), turn off power supply to the water heater.