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A.O. Smith DEN-52 User Manual

A.O. Smith DEN-52
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Instruction Manual
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MODELS DEL-6/10/15/20 Series 102
DEL-30/40/50 Series 110
& DEN-30/40/52/66/80/120 Series 110
INSTALLATION - OPERATION - SERVICE
- MAINTENANCE - LIMITED WARRANTY
500 Tennessee Waltz Parkway
Ashland City, TN 37015
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A.O. Smith DEN-52 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandA.O. Smith
ModelDEN-52
CategoryWater Heater
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safe Installation, Use, and Service

Safety Alert Symbol and Definitions

Explains safety symbols, hazard levels (Danger, Warning, Caution), and important definitions.

California Safe Drinking Water Act

Information regarding California's Proposition 65 and potential chemical exposure warnings.

General Safety Information

Precautions and Warnings

Essential safety steps, including precautions and hydrogen gas warnings.

Servicing Safety Procedures

Guidelines for understanding warnings and safety procedures during servicing.

Introduction

Preparing for Installation

Steps and considerations before beginning the water heater installation process.

Abbreviations and References

Lists common abbreviations and standards relevant to the manual.

Dimensions and Capacities Data

Rough-In Dimensions

Provides physical dimensions and specifications for various water heater models.

Recovery Capacities

Details water recovery rates based on element input and temperature rise.

Approvals

Listing and Certifications

Indicates listing by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. and other certifications.

Model and Rating

Rating Plate Information

Explains how to read model and rating plates for heater specifications.

Features and Components

Electronic Control Models

Illustrates typical installation and key components of DEN/DEL dual and single element heaters.

Locating the Water Heater

Location Considerations

Guidance on choosing an appropriate installation location to prevent damage and ensure safety.

Required Clearances

Specifies minimum clearances required around the water heater for servicing.

Installation

Required Ability and General Guidelines

Outlines installer skills, code compliance, grounding, and initial setup.

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Installation

Details requirements and warnings for installing the T&P relief valve.

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Installation (Continued)

Discharge Piping Requirements

Specifies how the discharge pipe for the relief valve must be installed.

Closed Water Systems & Thermal Expansion

Explains thermal expansion and the need for an expansion tank in closed systems.

Electrical

General Electrical Requirements

Covers grounding, branch circuits, and voltage requirements.

Amperage and Overcurrent Protection

Guides on sizing branch circuits and overcurrent protection.

Wiring Diagrams

Dual Element Heater Wiring

Shows wiring configurations for dual element heaters (A-8 Circuit).

Single Element Heater Wiring

Shows wiring configurations for single element heaters (C-2 Circuit).

Operation

Filling the Water Heater

Step-by-step instructions for filling the water heater tank before operation.

Initial Start Up Procedures

Procedures for checking connections and starting the water heater for the first time.

Draining the Water Heater

Instructions on how to safely drain the water heater tank.

Temperature Regulation

Thermostat Types and Settings

Describes the types of thermostats used and their function.

Temperature Adjustment Guide

Guides on how to adjust the water temperature settings on the thermostats.

Maintenance

General Maintenance Tasks

Covers periodic tasks like flushing and cleaning the tank.

Anode Rod Inspection

Explains the importance and procedure for inspecting the anode rod.

Troubleshooting Checklist

Common Issues and Solutions

Provides steps to identify and resolve common water heater problems.

Water Leakage Diagnosis

Guides on checking for and identifying sources of water leaks.

Replacement Parts Information

Instructions on how to obtain replacement parts for the water heater.

Leakage Checkpoints

Inspecting Potential Leak Sources

Illustrates common leak points and how to inspect them.

Warranty

Limited Warranty Terms and Conditions

Details the terms and conditions of the limited warranty for the water heater.

Claim Procedure and Disclaimers

Outlines how to file a warranty claim and lists disclaimers.

Repair Parts List

Ordering Repair Parts

Information on how to order replacement parts, including required details.

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