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California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Ariston reserves the right to make product changes or updates without notice and will not be held liable for typographical errors in literature.
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AHJ. motion. Strapping shall be at points within the upper one-third NOTE: Ariston reserves the right to modify product technical (1/3) and lower one-third (1/3) of its vertical dimensions. At the specifications and components without prior notice.
Table of Contents Part 1 - General Safety Information 3 A. When Servicing the Water Heating System High heat sources (sources generating heat 100 F / 37 C or greater, B. Heater Water such as stove pipes, space heaters, etc.) may damage plastic C.
1. Installation Area (Mechanical Room) Operating Conditions Approximate Time / Temperature Relationships in Scalds • Ensure ambient temperatures are higher than 32 F / 0 More than 5 minutes and lower than 104 F / 40 1 1/2 to 2 minutes •...
• Maintain water pH between 6.5 and 8.5. Check with litmus paper or have it chemically analyzed by a local water treatment company. • If the pH is not between 6.5 and 8.5, consult a local water treatment company for solutions. •...
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Figure 3 - Installing Cold Inlet and Hot Outlet Fittings CAUTION The Cold Inlet and Hot Outlet Fittings MUST BE INSTALLED according to the steps in Figure 3 for the electric water heater to operate properly. Failure to install these fittings properly will result in improper water heater operation, possible substantial property damage, and increased costs.
Part 3 - Piping the cold water inlet line. Contact your installing contractor, water A. Plumbing supplier, or plumbing inspector for additional information regarding It is mandatory that all plumbing be done in accordance with federal, thermal expansion. local, and state plumbing codes and practices. Failure to properly install the water heater WILL VOID the warranty.
F. Scalding To avoid water damage or scalding due to relief valve operation: • Discharge line must be connected to relief valve outlet and An ASSE 1017 or ASSE 1070 temperature limiting or mixing valve is run to a safe place of disposal. Terminate the discharge line recommended in installations servicing disabled or elderly persons, in a manner that will prevent possibility of severe burns or or children.
H. Applications Refer to the wiring diagrams for field connections. All wiring must conform to local code and the National Electric Code, and should be done by a qualified licensed electrician or the local electric utility. Grounding can be accomplished by using approved conduit and fittings or other approved conductive material.
SHOULD NOT be removed. Set temperature indicator to desired Part 5 - Installation Checklist temperature. Replace insulation and the black access cover. Turn on power to the heater. Water Heater Location Close to area of heated water demand Failure to disconnect the power from the water heater before Indoors and protected from freezing attempting to adjust or reset the thermostat(s) will result in property temperatures...
DO NOT replace heating turning it on will result in damage to the water heater, and could element with a generic heating element. Only Ariston heating result in property damage, serious personal injury, or death. Such elements are approved for use with this water heater.
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runs freely). Make certain that the heater is completely full of water before restoring power. Periodically (At least twice a year) T&P Relief Valve Maintenance Instructions: Check around the water heater and related plumbing for leaks. If • Annually: Certain naturally occuring mineral deposits may the combination temperature and pressure relief valve discharges adhere to the valve, blocking waterways and rendering the periodically, or water is leaking from around the heating elements,...
Part 8 - Troubleshooting Problem Reason Remedy Manual disconnect switch turned off Turn switch on Blown fuse or circuit breaker tripped Replace fuse or reset breaker Shorted or improper wiring *Replace, repair, or rewire per detail Circuit overloaded *Provide adequate circuit to reduce load Grounded element or thermostat *Replace No Hot Water...
C. In the event of a leakage of water of a replacement water heater due to 9. Any failed components of the system not manufactured by Ariston as part defective material or workmanship, malfunction, or failure to comply with of the water heater.
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Proof of purchase manufactured and sold by Ariston. Ariston neither assumes nor authorizes may be typed or hand written. Submit the proof of purchase to Ariston via the anyone to assume for it any other obligation or liability in connection with directions provided on the website.
Customer Installation Record Form The following form should be completed by the qualified installer / service technician for you to keep as a record of the installation in case of a warranty claim. After reading the important notes at the bottom of the page, please also sign this document. Customer’s Name Date of Installation Installation Address...