Bosch TRONIC 6100 C - Preparation for Water Heater Installation; Shipment Inspection and Clearances; Locating the Water Heater

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Installation Manual
Bosch Tronic 6100 C Electric Tankless Water Heaters - BTC 724001301 A (08.2022)
Water Temperature Adjustment
The water heater thermostat has been pre-set at the factory at a temperature equal
to 125°F (52°C). Follow local codes and if the water heater is going to have a set
temperature above 120°F, install an ASSE 1017 rated mixing valve to avoid severe
burns or death from scalding temperatures.
After adjusting the water temperature at the thermostat, allow the water
heater enough time to heat the water to temperature. The recommended
temperature setting is 120°F.
WARNING: SCALD HAZARD
 Scald injury is heightened by increased water temperatures.
Hot water can produce 3rd degree burns in 6 seconds at
140°F and in 30 seconds at 130°F.
 If the Water Heater thermostat is set too high there is
Serious Potential for SCALDING.
 Children, the disabled and the elderly are at highest risk of
being scalded.
Temperature Time to Produce Serious Burn
120 °F (48 °C) More than 5 minutes
125 °F (51 °C) 1.5 to 2 minutes
130 °F (54 °C) Approx. 30 seconds
135 °F (57 °C) Approx. 10 seconds
140 °F (60 °C) Less than 5 seconds
145 °F (62 °C) Less than 3 seconds
150 °F (65 °C) Approx. 1.5 seconds
155 °F (68 °C) Approx. 1 second
Table 1
2 Prepare the Water Heater
2.1 lnspect Shipment
Inspect shipment for possible damage. The manufacturer's responsibility ceases
upon delivery of goods to the shipper in good condition. Any claims for damage,
shortage in shipments, or no delivery must be fi led immediately against carrier by
consignee.
2.2 Water Heater Rating Label Location
When inquiring about service or troubleshooting, reference the model and serial
numbers from the water heater rating label. The serial number can also be found
inside of the unit.
Figure 1
Tronic 6100 C
TR6100C-18
18 kW
0.55 GPM
7 PSI
Model Number
Serial Number
Rating Label
Location
2.3 Clearances
Heater must have room for service. Please observe the following minimum
recommended service clearances.
minimum recommended service clearance
Front
6"
Sides
6"
Top
12"
Bottom
12"
Table 2
A removable panel is acceptable to provide front clearance.
This water heater is approved for closet installation.
If you do not provide the minimum recommended service clearances
it might not be possible to service the water heater without removing it
from the space.
WARNING: FIRE, EXPLOSION
 Please keep any fl ammable materials at least 24” (61cm)
away from the water heater and hot outlet pipe.