Installation Sheet

EX07200-88 Rev. A
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CAUTION: The manufacturer cannot be responsible for damage caused by improper installation or by failure
to follow instructions in this manual. Comply with “Installation Instructions” before connecting to electrical
supply.
CAUTION: The thermostat has been pre-set by the manufacturer between 50°F (10°C) and 140°F (60°C).
CAUTION: Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot water system served by this heater that has not been used
for a long period of time (generally 2 weeks or more). Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable. To reduce the
risk of injury under these conditions, it is recommended that the hot water faucet be opened for several
minutes at the nearest and most distant sink being served by this water heater before using any electrical
appliance connected to the hot water system i.e. Dishwasher. If hydrogen gas is present, there will probably
be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the faucet as the water begins to flow. There should be no
smoking or open flame near the faucet at this time.
WARNING: Installer should review the contents of this manual with the owner upon installation. The manual
should remain with the owner and placed in a location close to the water heater.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
All state and local codes must be adhered to. The manufacturer will not be liable for any damages because of
failure to comply with these installation instructions or because of improper installation performed by an
unqualified installer.
Choose a location that allows ease of access for maintenance or servicing, ideally installed at least 8” to 9”
from the ceiling (inside top of cabinet) or any adjacent walls. Fasten the supplied mounting bracket to the
wall. Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and the weight of the water heater filled to capacity
(1.5 gal capacity = 25 lbs., 2.5 gal capacity = 37 lbs., 4.0 gal capacity = 52 lbs., 6.0 gal capacity= 80 lbs.). Hang
the water heater on the bracket and pull downwards on the water heater to insure that both “fingers” of the
bracket are seated in the mounting slots. Confirm your water piping orientation (hot and cold) before wall
mounting. ONLY INSTALL IN VERTICAL POSITION.
Heater can sit on the floor. Some units may be installed under the sink. Confirm water piping orientation
before finalizing on floor. ONLY INSTALL IN VERTICAL POSITION.
PLUMBING CONNECTIONS
Connect the cold water inlet pipe to the inlet nipple (marked with a blue ring) and the hot water outlet pipe
to the outlet nipple (marked with a red ring).
IMPORTANT: If Water pipes are copper or bronze, use dielectric connections to prevent corrosion. Failure to
provide dielectric insulation may result in premature tank or nipple failure and may void your warranty.
Insure that the water heater is installed in a level position. Install a shut off valve on the cold water side of
the water heater. The valve is for servicing and the valve should be in the open position when the water
heater is in operation. In order to protect the water heater from heat damage due to soldering, solder a piece
of tubing to a threaded UNION fitting before screwing the UNION to the tank. DO NOT APPLY HEAT DIRECTLY
TO INLET OR OUTLET CONNECTIONS.