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RESIDENTIAL ELECTRIC WATER HEATER

INSTALLATION AND

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Read these instructions thoroughly before starting

INSTALLATION RECORD

This water heater is protected by a multi-year warranty against
leaks plus a one (1) year warranty on parts.
Record key data here for future reference and prompt service:

Installed By / Purchased From:

Location of Electrical Switch
or Circuit Protector:

Installation Date:

Serial Number

Model Number

Watts

Watts

Watts-Total

Volts

P.S.I.

U.S. Gal.

IF YOU HAVE ANY INSTALLATION, PERFORMANCE OR
OPERATIONAL QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL THE FOL-
LOWING NUMBER, PRIOR TO REMOVING THE WATER
HEATER:

1-888-479-8324

WARNING:

If the information in these instructions is
not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, per-
sonal injury or death.

WARNING:

Improper installation, adjustment, alter-
ation, service, or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. Refer to this
manual. For assistance or additional infor-
mation, consult a qualified installer, serv-
ice agency, or the electric utility.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

• Do not store or use gasoline or other

flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• Installation and service must be per-

formed by a qualified installer, service
agency or the electric utility.

PART NO. 324419-000 REV. 00 (12-04)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1) INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
II) SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

III) INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

IV) OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

V) MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

PLEASE RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A

SAFE LOCATION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Summary of Contents for 324419-000

Page 1: ...ING If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage per sonal injury or death WARNING Improper installation adjustment alter ati...

Page 2: ...2 This page intentionally left blank May be used for notes or to record other installation information...

Page 3: ...piping near est to the heater 4 A combination Temperature and Pressure relief valve MUST be installed In some cases it is necessary that a Tee be fitted in the top of the heater that allows the tem pe...

Page 4: ...s The ther mostat will direct the second leg of the 120 volts to the ele ment to complete the 240 volts required for energizing the element Initial Start Up When the tank is full of cold water the upp...

Page 5: ...Check with a voltage tester at terminal 1 and 3 of the limit control that power is indeed OFF 4 Adjust the thermostat s to the water temperature desired if a two thermostat system exists set both ther...

Page 6: ...which can have significant effect on the life of your heater Water conditioning such as over softening can accelerate the rate at which the anode rod is consumed Rapid depletion can leave a heater unp...

Page 7: ...cian Water Is Too Hot Adjust the thermostats to a lower setting See Temperature Adjustment section It is imperative that the thermostat is flush against the tank See Thermostat Replacement sec tion Ho...

Page 8: ...eleases about one cup of water for every 10 gallons of heater capacity with each heating cycle The T P valve is functioning properly when it relieves pressure caused by thermal expansion but frequent...

Page 9: ...trated 8 Thermostat 9 Drain valve 10 Water supply to meter 11 Water supply to water heater 12 Water meter with backflow preventer 13 Overflow 14 Pressure relief valve 15 Expansion tank 16 Pipe Insulat...

Page 10: ...10 599 Hill Street West Fergus ON Canada N1M 2X1 PHONE 1 888 479 8324 www hotwatercanada ca email techsupport hotwater com...

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