Install Instructions

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GENERAL OPERATION
When the switch is closed, the operation of this electric water heater is
automatic. The thermostats are preset to the ‘‘HOT’’ setting to provide
a water temperature of approximately 120° F (49° C) to reduce the risk
of scald injury.
Care must be taken whenever using hot water to avoid scalding injury.
Certain appliances require high temperature hot water (such as
dishwashers and automatic clothes washers).
TO FILL THE W ATER HEATER
1. Close the w ater heater drain valve (if provided) by inserting a
standard flat head screwdriver into the slot and turning clockwise.
2. Open the cold water supply shut-off valve.
3. Open several hot water faucets to allow air to escape from the
system.
4. When a steady stream of w ater flow s from the faucets, the w ater
heater is filled. Close the faucets and check for water leaks at the
water heater drain valve, combination temperature and pressure
relief valve and the hot and cold water connections.
TO DRA IN THE W ATER HEATER
Should it become necessary to completely drain the w ater heater, make
sure you follow the steps below:
1. Disconnect the power supply to the water 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 (if provided) on the water heater by inserting a
standard flat head screwdriver into the slot and turning counter-
clockw ise. The drain valve has threads on the end that will allow
connection of a standard hose coupling. For those models not
equipped with a drain valve, disconnect cold water inlet piping at a
convenient connection location as close to an adequate drain as
possible. CAUTION! THIS WATER MAY BE HOT.
4. Open a hot w ater faucet to allow air to enter the system.
To refill the water heater, refer to ‘‘TO FILL THE WA TER HEA TER.’’
Before closing the switch to allow electric current to flow to the
water heater, make certain that the water heater is full of water and
that the cold water inlet valve is open. Complete failure of the
heating element(s) will result if they are not totally immersed in water
at all times. Failure of the element(s) due to dry-firing is not covered
by warranty.
CAUTION
Scalding may occur within five (5) seconds at a temperature setting of
140°F (60°C).