Whirlpool Energy Smart Residential Electric Water Heater User Manual

WATER HEATERS
TM
Energy Smart ®
Residential Electric
Water Heater
Installation Instructions
and Use & Care
Guide
Toobtain technical, warranty, or service assistance during or
after the installationof this water heater,call toll free:
1-877-817-6760
When calling for assistance, please havethe following
information ready:
1. Model Number
2. 7 Digit Product Number
3. Serial Number
4. Date of Installation
5. Placeof Purchase
Table Of Contents PAGE
Water Heater Safety .......................................................................... 2
Installing Your Electric Water Heater ................................................ 3-8
Unpacking Instructions ................................................................ 3
Location Requirements ................................................................ 4
Water System Piping ............................................................... 5
ElectricalRequirements ................................................................. 7
Installation Checklist ................................................................... 8
Operating Your Water Heater ......................................................... 9-11
Water Heater Start-Up ................................................................. 9
Water Temperature Regulation .................................................... 9
Operating the Temperature Control System ............................... 10
Operational Conditions ..................................................................... 11
Maintenance of Your Water Heater .............................................. 12-13
Diagnostic Code and Trouble Shooting Chart ................................... 14
Repair Parts Illustration ..................................................................... 15
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March 2003

Whirlpool Energy Smart Residential Electric Water Heater Specifications

General

Brand	Whirlpool
Model	Energy Smart Residential Electric Water Heater
Category	Water Heater
Language	English

Summary

Safety Information

General Safety Alerts

Explains safety alert symbols, DANGER, and WARNING meanings.

Important Safety Instructions

Provides crucial safety warnings regarding hydrogen gas and California compliance.

Installing Your Water Heater

Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve

Closed System/Thermal Expansion

Explains thermal expansion in closed systems and solutions like expansion tanks.

Electrical Requirements

Electrical Safety Warnings

Warns about electric shock and fire hazards during electrical connections.

Operating Your Water Heater

Water Heater Start-Up Procedure

Water Temperature Regulation and Safety

Details setting temperature, scald risks, and the high limit safety shut-off.

Maintenance of Your Water Heater

Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve Check

Instructs on manually operating the T&P valve annually for safety.

Diagnostic and Troubleshooting Charts

Diagnostic Code Chart

Lists diagnostic light flashes and their corresponding error indications and corrections.

Troubleshooting Chart

Provides common problems, their possible causes, and corrective actions.