Installation / Operation Instruction Manual

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238-51237-00E 5/18

Installation of this water heater insulation blanket is recommended after

completing the installation of the water heater. See “Installation &

Operation Instruction Manual” supplied with the water heater.

RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

Write down the complete model and serial numbers of the water heater

in the space provided below and store in a safe place for future

reference, or write via permanent marker on the outer covering of the

insulation blanket.

MODEL NUMBER

SERIAL NUMBER

To ease the installation process, the discharge line connected to the

temperature and pressure relief valve may be temporarily removed.

Supplemental Instructions For Water Heater

Insulation Blanket

DANGER

• Disconnect or turn off power supply to water heater before

installing insulation blanket or servicing.

• DO NOT block drain valve or temperature and pressure relief

valve.

CAUTION

Wear clothing adequate to protect against skin contact and irritation.

A long-sleeved shirt with collar and cuffs buttoned, gloves, hat,

glasses and disposable dust respirator are advisable.

WARNING

The discharge line must be reconnected to the temperature and

pressure relief valve after installation of the insulation blanket has

been completed.

With the vinyl facing upward and fiberglass against the top of the water

heater, place the head blanket on top of the water heater. Align pre-cut

openings in the head blanket with the water nipples, temperature and

pressure relief valve, and junction box of the water heater. When

components on water heater align with corresponding pre-cut openings

in the head blanket, secure the head blanket to the insulation blanket use

tape to seal the flaps shut on the blanket. See below.

Reconnect discharge line to temperature and pressure relief valve as

shown below.

For information about the model

number, serial number and operating

characteristics of the water heater

carefully lift flap identified in the

previous figure to reveal the rating

plate. If additional information is

required, carefully remove the

insulation blanket. When finished,

replace insulation blanket in the

same manner as originally installed

or contact your plumbing

professional.

NOTICE

Not all models require the use of a piece of head insulation.

Summary of content (2 pages)

PAGE 1
With the vinyl facing upward and fiberglass against the top of the water heater, place the head blanket on top of the water heater. Align pre-cut openings in the head blanket with the water nipples, temperature and pressure relief valve, and junction box of the water heater. When components on water heater align with corresponding pre-cut openings in the head blanket, secure the head blanket to the insulation blanket use tape to seal the flaps shut on the blanket. See below.
PAGE 2
When a drain pan must be installed to avoid water damage to the area adjacent to the water heater, the drain pan must have a minimum length and width of at least 6 inches (15.2 cm) greater than the diameter of the water heater (prior to the blanket being installed). Remove insulation blanket from sleeve and unroll in clear and dry area. Before installation, the insulation blanket must be “fluffed” and not compressed.