A.O. Smith 185762-000 User Manual

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PRINTED IN THE U.S.A 0207 PART NO. 185762-000
SUPERSEDES PART NO. 184639-002
KEEP THIS MANUAL IN THE POCKET ON HEATER FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WHEN EVER MAINTENANCE ADJUSTMENT OR SERVICE IS REQUIRED.
ALL TECHNICAL AND WARRANTY QUESTIONS: SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE LOCAL DEALER FROM WHOM THE WATER HEATER WAS
PURCHASED. IF YOU ARE UNSUCCESSFUL, PLEASE WRITE TO THE COMPANY LISTED ON THE RATING PLATE ON THE WATER HEATER.
GAMA certification applies to all
residential electric water heaters with
capacities of 20 to 120 gallons. Input
rating of 12 Kw or less.
LISTED
Instruction Manual
RESIDENTIAL ELECTRIC
WATER HEATERS
MODELS 6-120
FOR POTABLE WATER
HEATING ONLY
NOT SUITABLE FOR
SPACE HEATING

A.O. Smith 185762-000 Specifications

General

Category	Water Heater
Brand	A. O. Smith
Model Number	185762-000
Fuel Type	Electric
Product Type	Electric Water Heater
Warranty	6 years

Summary

Safe Installation, Use and Service

Important Definitions

General Safety

Safety Warnings and Hazards

Covers critical safety warnings regarding explosion, electrical shock, burns, and property damage.

Installing the New Water Heater

Water Piping

Provides instructions and warnings related to connecting water pipes to the heater, including material and pressure.

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve

Filling the Water Heater

Wiring Diagrams

Wiring

Fire Hazard / Electric Shock Hazard

Warns about electrical hazards, voltage matching, and proper grounding procedures.

Temperature Regulation

Temperature Adjustment

Details how to adjust the water temperature thermostat safely, including warnings about scalding.

Periodic Maintenance

Anode Rod Inspection

Guides on inspecting and maintaining the anode rod for tank corrosion protection.

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation

Instructs on manually testing the T&P relief valve annually for safe operation.

Draining

Thermostat Removal / Replacement

Details the process for safely removing and replacing the thermostat.

Element Cleaning / Replacement

Explains how to clean or replace the heating element, emphasizing safety precautions.

Drain Valve Washer Replacement

Leakage Checkpoints

Troubleshooting Guidelines

Repair Parts List

Lowboy and Upright Electric Models (Single and Dual Element)

Compact or Manufactured (Mobile) Home Electric Models

Table Top Electric Models

Residential Electric Warranty

Conditions and Exceptions

Outlines the terms, conditions, and exceptions under which the warranty is valid.

Service and Labor Responsibility

Claim Procedure