Instructions / Assembly

8 Outdoor Conversion Manual
• Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug with this water heater.
• The water heater must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances
or, in the absence of local codes, in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA
No. 70.
• This water heater is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for your protection
against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong
receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding terminal from this plug.
When connecting the power supply, follow these guidelines:
• Do not rely on the gas or water piping to ground the water heater. Ground locations are provided
inside the water heater.
• The water heater requires 120 VAC, 60 Hz power from a properly grounded circuit.
• If using the 6.5 ft (2.0 m) power cord supplied with the water heater, plug the power cord into a
standard 3 prong 120 VAC, 60 Hz properly grounded wall outlet. The supplied power cord is
outdoor rated and can be used for outdoor installations.
• A disconnect switch may be required and installed for the incoming 120 VAC power for outdoor
installation. The switch should be a type that is suitable for outdoor use. Check the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 and your local codes for a proper switch type to use in your area.
Power connections must be protected from the weather.
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