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Installation Instructions (cont'd)
Installation Checklist
1. Whether or not the element conversion is made, the model
rating plate must be marked. Using a hard point ink pen,
check the appropriate block within the model rating plate,
which is located adjacent to the lower access panel.
2. Is the fuse or circuit breaker size correct as shown in the chart
in the "Specifications" section?
3. Are the wires from the circuit breaker or fuse service to the
water heater's, l'uncti°n, box,,on the. correct., wire. size (gauge) as
shown m the chart in the Specifications section?
4. Is the new temperature-pressure relief valve properly installed,
and piped to an adequate drain? See "Temperature-Pressure
Relief Valve" section.
5. Is the water heater completely filled with water? See "Filling
the Water Heater" instructions in the "Installing the New
Water Heater" section.
6. Will a water leak damage anything? See "Locating the New
Water Heater" section.
7. Are the cold and hot water lines connected to the water heater
correctly? See "Water Piping" instructions in the "Installing the
New Water Heater" section.
8. Is there adequate clearance for maintenance around the water
heater?
9. Do you need to call your electric company to check your
wiring?
HOT
COLD
CONDUIT
TEMPERATURE-
MODEL RATING PLATE
RELIEF VALVE
PIPE
(Do not cap or plug)
Service and Adjustment
Temperature Regulation
6 INCH
AIR GAP
FLOOR DRAIN
WARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are
intended to produce hot water, Water heated to a tem-
perature which will satisfy space heating, clothes washing,
dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and
permanently injure you upon contact. Some people are
more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than
others. These include the elderly, children, the infirm, or
physically/mentally handicapped, if anyone using hot
water in your home fits into one of these groups or if
there isa local code or state law requiring a certain tem-
perature water at the hot water tap, then you must take
special precautions. In addition to using the lowest possi-
ble temperature setting that satisfies your hot water
needs, a means such as a mixing valve, shall be used at
the hot water taps used by these people or at the water
heater. Mixing valves are available at plumbing supply or
hardware stores. Follow manufacturers instructions for
installation of the valves. Before changing the factory set-
ting on the thermostat, read the "Temperature
Regulation" section in this manual.
_, WARNING
Never allow small children to use a hot water tap, or to
draw their own bath water. Never leave a child or handi-
capped person unattended in a bathtub or shower.
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