Retail Installation - WH1302
(see Fig. 22)
The Whale® Water Heater comes fitted with a 3 pin plug. Whale recommends that the socket must be mounted
vertically and away from potential exposure to water. If installation of an electrical socket is required, this must be
carried out by an approved electrician. The plug is fitted with a 13 amp fuse.
Step 12 Connection to Cold Water Supply
(see Figs. 23 & 24)
The Whale® Water Heater is fitted with a Whale® 12mm Quick Connect fitting on the cold water inlet to fit to Whale®
semi rigid tubing. Various plumbing adaptors are included to assist with these connections as follows:-
For any other plumbing systems, contact Whale® Support for further information.
Fig. 23 Connect Cold Water Supply Fig. 24 Installed Cold Water Supply
Important: Do not
operate the appliance without the installed pressure relief device attached to the Water Heater.
Please note: A Non-Return Valve (not supplied) can be fitted before the Pressure Relief Valve to prevent back flow
of hot water to cold water taps.
Step 13 Connect Hot Water Supply
(see Figs. 25 & 26)
Screw in the braided hose supplied into the hot water outlet and tighten with a 19mm spanner. The outlet of the
braided hose has a 12mm stem which can be connected to a number of different pipe systems with the included
fittings as follows:-
If you have any other plumbing system, contact Whale® Support for further information.
Fig. 22 Mains Connection
3 Pin Plug
Socket
11
Water Heater
Plumbing fitting
Cold water supply pipe
Water Heater
Plumbing fitting
Flexible Tubing Adaptor Whale Part Number Additional Information
10mm (
3
⁄8”)
3
⁄8” Stem Adaptor WU1280 Secure with a hose clip
13mm (½”) ½” Stem Adaptor WU1282 Secure with a hose clip
Pipework Adaptor Whale Part Number Additional Information
12mm 12mm Equal Straight WU1204 Push in twice to ensure the fitting
is fully home and watertight. (See
Fig. 23)
10mm (
3
⁄8”) None N/A Push the hose over the
12mm nipple on the end of the
braided hose and secure with a
hose clip.
13mm (½”) 12mm Equal Straight
½” Stem Adaptor
WU1204
WU1282
Secure with a hose clip
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