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Branch Circuit Sizing and Wire Size Guide
Total Water Recommended Over Current Protection Copper Wire Size AWG Based
Heater Wattage (fuse or circuit breaker amperage rating) on N.E.C. Table 310-16 (75°C)
120V 208V 240V 120V 208V 240V
1500* 20 15 15 12 14 14
1700 20 15 15 12 14 14
2000 25 15 15 10 14 14
2500 30 15 15 10 14 14
3000 35 20 20 8 12 12
3500 25 20 10 12
3800 25 20 10 12
4000 25 25 10 10
4500 30 25 10 10
5000 30 30 10 10
5500 35 30 8 10
6000 40 35 8 8
9000 50 8
*Less than 1500 watts may be wired 14 gauge with 15 amp protection. Check Local Electrical Codes, as they will also apply.
NOTICE: This guide recommends minimum branch circuit sizing and wire size based on National Electric Code. Refer to
wiring diagrams in this manual for field wiring connections.
CAUTION: The presence of
water in the piping and water
heater does not provide
sufficient conduction for a
ground. Non-metallic piping,
dielectric unions, flexible
connectors etc. can cause the
water heater to be electrically
isolated.
Electrical Connections
A separate branch circuit with copper
conductors, overcurrent protective device
and suitable disconnecting means must be
provided by a qualified electrician.
All wiring must conform to local codes or
latest edition of National Electrical Code
ANSI/NFPA 70.
The water heater is completely wired to
the junction box inside jacket at the top
front of the water heater. An opening for
1/2 or 3/4 electrical fitting is provided
for field wiring connections.
The voltage requirements and wattage load
for the water heater are specified on the
rating plate on the front of the water heater.
The branch circuit wiring should include
either:
Metallic conduit or metallic sheathed
cable approved for use as a grounding
conductor and installed with fittings
approved for the purpose.
Non-metallic sheathed cable, metallic
conduit or metallic sheathed cable
not approved for use as a ground
conductor shall include a separate
conductor for grounding. It should be
attached to the ground terminals of
the water heater and the electrical
distribution box.
WARNING
WARNING
Water heater junction box.
Ground screw
Junction
box cover
Wire connections
Conduit
connector

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Rheem 72V20-1 Specifications

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BrandRheem
Model72V20-1
CategoryWater Heater
LanguageEnglish

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