Everlast Electric Water Heater INSTALLATION START-UP MAINTENANCE PARTS Everlast Water Heater Models EV-6 / EV-12 / EV-20 / EV-30 EV-30LB / EV-45LB / EV-50 / EV-80 California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. NOTICE: HTP reserves the right to make product changes or updates without notice and will not be held liable for typographical errors in literature.
The following defined terms are used throughout this manual to bring attention to the presence of hazards of various risk levels, or to important product information. DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
B. LOCATING THE WATER HEATER ............................................................................................................................................ 5 PART 3 – HEATER PIPING ......................................................................................................................................................... 7 A. PLUMBING ...................................................................................................................................................
Be sure to disconnect electrical power before performing service. Failure to do so could result in an electrical shock, property damage, serious personal injury, or death. This water heater is not designed or intended for use in space heating applications. Failure of a water heater due to unapproved use IS NOT covered by the warranty. B. WHEN SERVICING THE WATER HEATING SYSTEM To avoid electric shock, disconnect electrical supply before performing maintenance.
o COLD WEATHER HANDLING – If the heater has been stored in a very cold location (BELOW 0 F) before installation, handle with care until the plastic components come to room temperature. A. SPECIFICATIONS AND PERFORMANCE RATINGS Figure 1 – LP-04-C GAL. INLET / APPROX. SHIPPING WATTAGE VOLTAGE A B C D CAP. OUTLET WEIGHT (LBS.
Incorrect ambient conditions can lead to damage to the heating system and put safe operation at risk. Ensure that the installation location adheres to the information included in this manual. Failure to do so could result in property damage, serious personal injury, or death. Failure of water heater or components due to incorrect operating conditions IS NOT covered by product warranty. 1.
PART 3 – HEATER PIPING A. PLUMBING It is mandatory that all plumbing be done in accordance with federal, local, and state plumbing codes and practices. Failure to properly install the water heater WILL VOID the warranty. It is also necessary to use both thread tape and pipe dope on all mechanical plumbing connections. Use unions on the hot and cold water connections and the relief valve discharge line, so that the heater may be easily disconnected for servicing when necessary.
C. FILLING THE HEATER When filling the water heater, open a hot water tap to release air in the tank and piping. Failure to do so could lead to improper water heater operation. Make certain that the field installed drain valve is completely closed. Open the shutoff valve in the cold water supply line. Open the hot water faucets to allow air to vent from the heater and piping. Allow sufficient time for the heater to completely fill with water. D.
F. INSTALLATION DIAGRAMS Figure 3 – Piping Detail - NOTE: Drawing is meant only to demonstrate system piping concept. The installer is responsible for all equipment and detailing required by local codes. LP-04 REV. 4.15.
Figure 4 – Mobile Home and Point of Use Piping Detail - NOTE: Drawing is meant only to demonstrate system piping concept. The installer is responsible for all equipment and detailing required by local codes. LP-04 REV. 4.15.
PART 4 – HEATER WIRING This unit is factory wired to a junction box on top of the water heater. A 4 x 4 x 2 junction box is located on top of the unit for field wiring connection. These heaters are equipped and wired as standard 120 volt AC (for point of use heaters) and 240 volt AC (for dual element heaters). The voltage requirement and dedicated wattage load for the heater is specified on the rating label. A minimum 30 amp circuit is required to connect the water heater.
PART 5 – OPERATING THE HEATER Tank must be full of water before power is turned on. Heating elements will be damaged if energized for even a short time while tank is dry. Failures due to “dry-firing” are NOT covered by warranty. After water and electrical connections have been made and tank is filled with water, turn on power to heater. The heater is now in operation. A.
Completely drain the water heater before removing and replacing the heating element. Failure to do so will result in a leakage of water and property damage, and could possibly result in moderate to severe personal injury or death. Water drained from the water heater may be scalding hot. Take care to avoid scalding. Wear gloves and safety glasses, and direct water to a safe drainage location.
Monthly (Every two weeks in hard water locations) It is recommended that a few quarts of water be drained from the heater. This will flush sediment deposits from the bottom of the heater and lengthen the heater’s service life. Turn off power to the heater during flushing operation, so the element(s) will not be damaged. Failure to shut off power to the heater when draining may damage the heating elements. Operating a partially filled/empty water heater could lead to damage from “dry-firing”.
T&P Relief Valve Maintenance Instructions: Annually: Certain naturally occurring mineral deposits may adhere to the valve, blocking waterways and rendering the valve inoperative. The T&P Relief Valve lever must be operated to ensure the waterways are clear. If waterways are clear, hot water will discharge from the valve. Take precautions to avoid personal injury and property damage from contact with hot water.
Figure 8 – LP-04-F Parts Blowout Drawing ITEM NO.
NOTES LP-04 REV. 4.15.
HTP CUSTOMER INSTALLATION RECORD FORM The following form should be completed by the installer for you to keep as a record of the installation in case of a warranty claim. After reading the important notes at the bottom of the page, please also sign this document.
