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Installation Checklist
1. Is the fuse or circuit breaker size correct? See “Wiring” in the
“Installing the New Water Heater” section.
2. Are the wires from the circuit breaker or fuse service to the
water heater’s junction box on the correct wire size (gauge)?
3. Is the new temperature-pressure relief valve properly
installed, and piped to an adequate drain? See
“Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve” section.
4. Is the water heater completely filled with water? See “Filling
the Water Heater” instructions in the “Installing the New
Water Heater” section.
5. Will a water leak damage anything? See “Locating the New
Water Heater” section.
6. Are the cold and hot water lines connected to the water
heater correctly? See “Water Piping” in the “Installing the
New Water Heater” section.
7. Is there adequate clearance for maintenance around the
water heater?
8. Do you need to call an electrical contractor and/or the local
electric company to check your wiring?
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WARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to
produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will
satisfy clothes washing, dish washing, and other sanitizing
needs can scald and permanently injure you upon contact.
Some people are more likely to be permanently injured by hot
water than others. These include the elderly, children, the infirm,
or physically/mentally handicapped. If anyone using hot water
in your home fits into one of these groups or if there is a local
code or state law requiring a certain temperature water at the
hot water tap, then you must take special precautions. In
addition to using the lowest possible temperature setting that
satisfies your hot water needs, some type of tempering device,
such as a mixing valve, should be used at the hot water taps
used by these people or at the water heater. Mixing valves are
available at plumbing supply or hardware stores. Follow
manufacturers instructions for installation of the valves, Before
changing the factory setting of the thermostat, read the
“Temperature Regulation” section in this manual.
WARNING
Never allow small children to use a hot water tap, or to draw
their own bath water. Never leave a child or handicapped person
unattended in a bathtub or shower.
Thermostat
The thermostat(s) of this water heater have been factory set at
a position which approximates 120°F (Hot) to reduce the risk
of scald injury.
The upper thermostat is factory set at a position which
approximates 120°F (HOT) and is adjustable if a different water
temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this manual and
on the water heater before proceeding.
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