A.O. Smith Conservationist PXHS, Instruction Manual

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Page 2: ...l Code and applicable local electrical and plumbing codes and tools necessary to confirm proper installation and operation of the water heater as they relate to the installation of electric water heat...

Page 3: ...ief Valve 9 10 Filling the Water Heater 10 T P Valve and Pipe Insulation Selected Models 10 TEMPERATUREREGULATION 11 Temperature Adjustment 11 FORYOURINFORMATION 12 Thermal Expansion 12 Strange Sounds...

Page 4: ...ation must conform with these instructions and the local code authority having jurisdiction and the requirements of the power company In the absence of code requirements follow NFPA 70 latest edition...

Page 5: ...ELIEF IN COLD WATER INLET LINE AS REQUIRED BY LOCAL CODES INSTALL SUITABLE DRAIN PANS UNDER HEATERS TO PREVENT DAMAGE DUE TO LEAKAGE REFER TO WATER HEATER LOCATION ON PAGE 8 INSTALL THERMAL EXPANSION...

Page 6: ...2 A 9 240 VOLT OFF PEAK NON SIMULTANEOUS OPERATIONBOTTOMELEMENTONSEPARATE TIMECLOCKOR OFFPEAK METER C 2 TWO WIRE CIRCUIT FOR SINGLE ELEMENTHEATERSEQUIPPED WITH HIGH LIMIT CONTROL A 6 TWO WIRE CIRCUIT...

Page 7: ...ped If anyone using hot water in your home fits into one of these groups or if there is a local code or state law requiring a certain temperature water at the hot water tap then you must take special...

Page 8: ...pan Water supply shut off devices that activate based on the water pressure differential between the cold water and hot water pipes connected to the water heater Devices that will turn off the gas sup...

Page 9: ...o the cold water inlet connection Do not solder the cold water supply line directly to the cold water inlet it will harm the dip tube and damage the tank TEMPERATURE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE This heater...

Page 10: ...ATER HEATER Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of water To prevent damage to the tank the tank must be filled with water Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning...

Page 11: ...isfy space heating clothes washing dish washing and other sanitizing needs can scald and permanently injure you upon contact Some people are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than oth...

Page 12: ...on protective action of the anode Smelly water may be eliminated or reduced in some water heater models by replacing the anode s with one of less active material and then chlorinating the water heater...

Page 13: ...eaking water heater Many suspected Leakers are not leaking tanks Often the source of the water can be found and corrected If you are not thoroughly familiar with your water heater and safety practices...

Page 14: ...e condensation due to the panel or insulation not being in place F Water from a drain valve may be due to the valve being slightly opened G The drain valve may be leaking at the tank fitting H Water i...

Page 15: ...Applicable 17 Drain Pan w Side Drain Instruction Manual Not Illustrated Now that you have purchased this water heater should a need ever exist for repair parts or service simply contact the company it...

Page 16: ...nces near water heater Install thermal expansion tank DO NOT plug T P valve Check relief valve for proper operation DO NOT plug T P valve Drain and flush heater thoroughly then refill Chlorinate water...

Page 17: ...sed at water pressure not exceeding the working pressure shown on the heater filled with potable water free to circulate at all times and with the tank free of damaging water sediment or scale deposit...

Page 18: ...5621 W 115th Street Alsip Illinois 60803 Phone 1 800 433 2545 or visit our website at www hotwater com parts The warrantor will only honor replacement with identical or similar water heater or parts...

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