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INSULATION BLANKETS
Insulation blankets, available to the general public, for external use on electric water heaters are not
necessary. The purpose of an insulation blanket is to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with storage
tank heaters. This water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act standards
with respect to insulation and standby loss requirements making an insulation blanket unnecessary.
The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover any damage or defect caused by installation, attachment or use
of any type of energy saving or other unapproved devices (other than those authorized by the manufacturer)
into, onto or in conjunction with the water heater.
The use of unauthorized energy saving devices may shorten the life of the water heater and may endanger
life and property.
The manufacturer disclaims any responsibility for such loss or injury resulting from the use of such
unauthorized devices.
WARNING! If local codes require external application of insulation blanket kits, the manufacturer’s
instructions included with the kit must be carefully followed.
CAUTION! If local codes require the application of an external insulation blanket to this water heater,
pay careful attention to the following so as not to restrict the proper function and operation of the water
heater:
• DO NOT cover the operating or warning labels attached to the water heater or attempt to relocate them
on the exterior of insulation blanket.
DO NOT apply insulation to the top of the water heater. This could interfere with the safe operation of the
electrical junction box.
DO NOT cover the access panel(s) to the thermostat(s) and heating element(s).
DO NOT restrain access to lower cover of the unit. It will result in an overheating of the electronic controls.
• Inspect the insulation blanket frequently.
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