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11 Installation of the Remote Controller
• (RC-7651M-A) The Remote Controller is water
resistant but not water proof. Keep it as dry as
possible.
(RC-9018M) The Remote Controller is not water
resistant. Keep it dry.
• Unplug the electrical power from the Water
Heater and do not connect the electrical power
to the Water Heater until the Remote Controller
installation is complete.
• Do not disassemble the Remote Controller.
• (RC-9018M) Keep the Remote Controller in a
safe location prior to mounting it on the wall to
prevent metal shavings from entering the Remote
Controller.
This Remote Controller has a built-in speaker
which can be damaged by metal shavings
resulting in sound cracking.
Screw tightening
• Be sure to fasten the mounting screws tightly by
hand screwdriver so that the Remote Controller
will be secure.
• Never fasten or loosen unnecessary screws for
the Remote Controller installation.
NOTE
Do not use electric drivers, impact
drivers and so forth.
Tightening with excessive force may
cause the Mounting Bracket and the
Remote Controller to be damaged
and lead to failures.
Notes on the Installation Location
• The Remote Controller should be installed in an
easily accessible location.
• Install the Remote Controller on an even wall
surface.
Installing it on an uneven wall surface may cause
the Mounting Bracket and the Remote Controller
to be damaged and lead to failures.
• Be sure to check the positions of wall studs
or other obstructions when determining the
installation location for the Remote Controller.
NOTE
• Avoid installing in a place where
water or steam can come into
contact with the controller.
• Avoid locations where special
chemical agents (e.g. benzene, fatty
and oily detergents) are used.
• Avoid outdoor installation, or
installation in an indoor location
where it will be exposed to direct
sunlight.
Installation of Remote Controller Cord
• Secure the Remote Controller Cord with
appropriate anchors, ties, etc.
• Wire the Remote Controller Cord in an area
where it will not be directly affected by heat.
• To embed the Remote Controller Cord in
concrete, brick, etc., enclose it in conduit in order
to prevent the Remote Controller Cord from
becoming damaged.
• (RC-9018M) When penetrating a wall containing
metal lath, prevent the lath from coming into
contact with any metallic conduit used in order to
prevent electrical interference.
11.1 General Requirements
11.2 RC-7651M-A
Included Accessories
Remote Controller (× 1)
Dry Wall Anchor (× 2)
Anchoring Screw (× 2)
Mounting Packing (× 1)
Installation of the Remote Controller