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electrIcal data
General
Check the water heater model and rating plate information against
the characteristics of the branch circuit electrical supply. Do not
connect the heater to an improper source of electricity.
Voltage applied to the water heater should not vary more than
+5% to -10% of the model and rating plate marking for satisfactory
operation.
Do NOT energize the branch circuit for any reason before the water
heater tank is filled with water.
The installation must conform to these instructions and the local code
authority having jurisdiction. Grounding and electrical wiring connected
to the water heater must also conform to the National Electrical
Code, NFPA 70. This publication is available from The National Fire
Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
Branch cIrcuIt
The branch circuit wire size should be established through reference
to the NEC (National Electrical Code) or other locally approved
sources in conjunction with the water heater amperage rating.. Wire
rated at 75°C should be used. Voltage drop should not exceed 3%
at the water heater.
control cIrcuIts
The water heater may be equipped with an electronic control
system. The typical system includes an electronic controller, an
immersion temperature probe auto reset high limit, electric valve
activator and integral circulator pump. Refer to control circuit
diagram provided with the HWG for wiring details. The actuator
is powered by a small 120V/24V transformer. The control circuit
operates on 120V. Please see attached wiring diagrams for
appropriate wiring and connections.
therMal expansIon
As water is heated, it expands (thermal expansion). In a closed
system the volume of water will grow when it is heated. As the
volume of water grows there will be a corresponding increase in
water pressure due to thermal expansion. Thermal expansion can
cause premature tank failure (leakage). This type of failure is not
covered under the limited warranty. Thermal expansion can also
cause intermittent temperature-pressure relief valve operation:
water discharged from the valve due to excessive pressure build
up. This condition is not covered under the limited warranty. The
temperature-pressure relief valve is not intended for the constant
relief of thermal expansion.
A properly sized thermal expansion tank should be installed on all
closed systems to control the harmful effects of thermal expansion.
Contact a local plumbing service agency to have a thermal expansion
tank installed.
steaM supply (steaM unIts only)
This water heater is designed to use saturated steam. Superheated
steam, even small amounts, will cause some or all of the following:
• Excessive fouling of the heat exchanger
• Excessive batch heating times
• Reduced recovery rate
• Reduced steam flow
If superheated steam exists in the system, a device, such as a de-
superheater, must be installed in the steam line supplying this water heater.
checkInG for tIGhtness
Threaded and bolted connection can vibrate loose during transit. Prior to
insulating any of the water heater trim piping or the heat exchanger flange,
insure that all the piping connections and the flange gasket are tight by filling
the system with water and operating it at the desired system pressure.
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