Installation / Operation Instruction Manual

Locating The Water Heater continued-

NOTE: Before proceeding with the installation, close the main water supply

valve, open a water faucet to relieve the house pressure, and then close the

faucet. If replacing an existing water heating appliance be sure to turn off all

electrical current, heating fluid and/or gas supply to the existing appliance.

A combination sacrificial anode/hot water outlet nipple has been installed to

extend tank life. The removal of this anode, for any reason other than

inspection, will nullify the warranty. In areas where water is unusually reactive,

an odor may occur at the hot water faucet due to a reaction between the

sacrificial anode and the impurities in the water. If this should happen, an

alternative anode may be purchased from the manufacturer or the plumbing

professional responsible for this installation. This will minimize the odor while

protecting the tank. Additionally, the indirect water heater should be flushed

with appropriate dissolvers to eliminate any bacteria. The sacrificial anode

should be inspected periodically and replaced when necessary to prolong tank

life. Please contact the manufacturer listed on the rating plate for more

information regarding the replacement for the anode.

Water Connections

Potable Water

NOTE: BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE INSTALLATION, CLOSE THE

MAIN WATER SUPPLY VALVE.

After shutting the main water supply valve, open a faucet to relieve the water

line pressure to prevent any water from leaking out of the pipes while making

the water connections to the water heater. After the pressure has been

relieved, close the faucet. The COLD water inlet and HOT water outlet are

identified on top of the water heater. The fittings at the cold water inlet and hot

water outlet are dielectric waterway fittings with 3/4” NPT tapered male threads.

Make the proper plumbing connections between the water heater and the

plumbing system in the house. Install a shut-off valve in the cold water supply

line.

CAUTION

If sweat fittings are to be used, DO NOT apply heat to the nipples on top

of the water heater. Sweat the tubing to the adapter before fitting the

adapter to the water connections. It is imperative that heat is not applied

to the nipples containing a plastic liner.