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Table Of Contents

Water Heater Safety .....................................................................

Installing Your Electric Water Heater ........................................

Unpacking Instructions ................................................

Location Requirements ................................................

Electrical Requirements ...............................................

Water System Piping ...................................................

Installation Checklist ....................................................

Operating Your Water Heater .......................................................

Water Temperature Regulation ....................................

Adjusting the Thermostat .....................................................

Operational Conditions ........................................................

Maintenance of Your Water Heater .................................................

Trouble Shooting Chart .............................................................

Repair Parts Illustration .............................................................

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after the installation of this water heater, call toll free 1-800-

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Solar Storage Tank

Water Heater

Installation

Instructions and

Use & Care Guide

6510237

November 2001

Supercedes 6510165

Summary of content (15 pages)

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Solar Storage Tank Water Heater Installation Instructions and Use & Care Guide To obtain technical, warranty or service assistance during or after the installation of this water heater, call toll free 1-800999-9515 When calling for assistance, please have the following information ready: 1. Model number 2. 7 Digit product number 3. Serial number 4. Date of installation 5. Place of Purchase Table Of Contents Water Heater Safety .....................................................................
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Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING. These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.
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INSTALLING YOUR WATER HEATER Consumer Information This water heater should be installed in accordance with the local code authority having jurisdiction, the power company or electric utility, and this installation manual. In the absence of local code requirements, follow the regulations set forth in the latest edition of The National Electric Code, NFPA 70.
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Location Requirements Site location Select a location near the center of the water piping system. The water heater must be installed indoors and in a vertical position on a level surface. Note: The water heater shall be located so it is not subject to physical damage by moving vehicles or area flooding. FIGURE 1 RESIDENTIAL GARAGE INSTALLATION The water heater should be located in an area not subject to freezing temperatures. Water heaters located in unconditioned spaces (i.e., attics, basements, etc.
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Important: Do not use an extension cord to supply power to this water heater. Be sure the power supply is completely grounded before making connections. Figures 4, 5, and 6 are provided as reference drawings for the 120/240v 2-wire models only. Always reference the wiring diagram located on the water heater for the correct electrical connections. When installing the electrical wiring to the water heater: 1. Be sure tank is completely filled with water before making any electrical connections.
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Water System Piping FIGURE 7 JACKET TOP WATER CONNECTION LOCATIONS COLD INLET HOT OUTLET ANODE 119 GALLON ONLY SOLAR IN SOLAR OUT ALTERNATE T&P LOCATION Piping Installation Piping, fittings, and valves should be installed according to the installation drawing (Figure 8). If the indoor installation area is subject to freezing temperatures, the water piping must be protected by insulation. FIGURE 8 WATER PIPING INSTALLATION TEMPERING VALVE SOLAR OUT IN A CLOSED SYSTEM USE EITHER: SOLAR IN 1. 2.
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General Information 8. Install a temperature and pressure relief valve and discharge line in the opening marked "T & P RELIEF VALVE". Install as specified under "Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve." 9. After piping has been properly connected to the water heater, open the nearest hot water faucet and allow the tank to completely fill with water. To purge the lines of any excess air and sediment, keep the hot water faucet open for 3 minutes after a constant flow of water is obtained.
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Closed System/Thermal Expansion Periodic discharge of the temperature and pressure relief valve may be due to thermal expansion in a closed water supply system. The water utility supply meter may contain a check valve, backflow preventer or water pressure reducing valve. This will create a closed water system. During the heating cycle of the water heater, the water expands causing pressure inside the water heater to increase.
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Important: Only a new temperature and pressure relief valve should be used with your water heater. Do not use an old or existing valve as it may be damaged or not adequate for the working pressure of the new water heater. Do not place any valve between the relief valve and the tank. The Temperature & Pressure Relief Valve: · · · Must not be in contact with any electrical part. Must be connected to an adequate discharge line.
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OPERATING YOUR WATER HEATER Before operating the water heater, perform the following: 1. Make sure the water heater has been properly installed. 2. Completely fill the tank with water. (See Figure 3) 3. Apply power to the water heater only after the tank is completely filled with water. 4. Carefully read and understand the "Water Temperature Regulation" section of this manual. 5. Adjust the thermostat to the desired temperature setting as directed under "Adjusting the Thermostat/ High Limit Control".
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Adjusting the Thermostat/High Limit Control This water heater is equipped with one or more adjustable temperature regulating thermostats and a manual reset high limit control. The following procedures must be performed when changing the temperature of the stored water or resetting the high limit control. Before attempting to adjust the thermostat, make sure you read and understand the section of "Water Temperature Regulation" and familiarize yourself with Figure 12 (below).
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Operation Conditions Anode Rod/Water Odor Each water heater contains at least one anode rod, which will slowly deplete while protecting the glass-lined tank from corrosion and prolonging the life of the water heater. Certain water conditions will cause a reaction between this rod and the water. Once the anode is depleted, the tank will start to corrode, eventually developing a leak.
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Draining and Flushing The water heater should be drained if being shut down during freezing temperatures. It is recommended that the tank be drained, and flushed every 6 months to remove sediment which may buildup during operation. To drain the tank perform the following steps: 1. Turn off the power to water heater. 2. Close the cold water inlet valve and open a nearby hot water faucet. 3. Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate it to an adequate drain.
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TROUBLESHOOTING POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Turn on electrical switch. Check for blown fuses or tripped breaker 2. High Temperature Limit Switch open 2. Reset. Check for source of trouble and correct 3. Defective thermostat 3. Replace thermostat NO HOT WATER 1. No power to heater INSUFFICIENT HOT WATER 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11.
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REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION ALTERNATE T&P LOCATION 5 6 7 5 5 2 1 3 and 4 8 10 11 12 13 6 8 15 14 16 9 13 REPAIR PARTS Repair parts may be ordered through your plumber, local distributor, home improvement center, or by calling 1800-999-9515. When ordering repair parts always give the following information: 1. Model, serial and product number 2. Item number 3. Parts description REPAIR PARTS LIST LEGEND Not supplied on some models Electrical Assisted only 15 ITEM NO.