Whale WH1302 - Specifications

The Whale® Water Heater Mk II is a gas and electric storage water heater. The unique design has a 13L capacity hot
water tank and incorporates versatile controls for low current draw or fast heat up settings. With robust insulation and
no removable flue cover, the Whale® Water Heater needs minimal maintenance. Key enhancements to the Mk II
design include a new, easy installation flue design, a highly durable burner design and a new pressure relief valve
incorporating a drain function.
Read the following carefully before installation
Model: WH1302(B)
Maximum dimensions inside RV: Height: 271mm, Width: 385mm, Length: 470mm, Dry Weight: 10.0kg
Nominal Water Capacity 13 L
Gas: butane 28-30mbar, propane 37mbar - CAT I
3+
(29/37), butane/propane 30mbar - CAT I3B/P (30)
Classification of Storage Water heater: Type: C11 (Natural draft)
Nominal Heat Input: Gas 1.25kW.
Standby Consumption Gas 98W
Nominal Heat Input Electric 1.2kW.
Electric: 230V a.c. 50 Hz 600/1200W
Maximum Current a.c.: 6 Amps
Nominal Voltage: 12V d.c. (10.0V d.c. min. to 15V d.c. max.)
Maximum Current d.c.: 0.36 Amps (0.01 Amps on standby)
Maximum Water Supply Pressure: 190kPa (1.9 Bar)
Rated Pressure 300kPa (3.0 Bar)
Pressure Relief Valve Setting: 300kPa (3.0 Bar)
Maximum Caravan Side Wall Thickness: 47mm
Ingress Protection Rating: IPX1
Note: If connecting to mains water supply, a suitable water pressure regulator must be
connected to ensure that the
maximum supply water pressure does not exceed 190kPa (1.9 Bar).
Dry Storage Temperature -20°C to 70°C
Maximum Water Temperature Approx. 75°C
Typical heating up times from 15°C to 70°C: Gas and both electric elements approx. 22 min.
Two electric elements only approx. 38 min, Gas only approx. 43 min.
Whale’s policy is one of continuous improvement and we reserve the right to change specifications without prior
notice.
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