Care & Safeguards - A.O. Smith AO-WH-DSCLR Owner's Manual

CARE & SAFEGUARDS
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AO-WH-DSCLR
Rated service flow: 7 gpm (26.5 Liters)
Max capacity: 6 years or 600,000 gallons
Min working pressure: 20 psi (137.9 kPa)
Max working pressure: 100 psi (689.5 kPa)
Min operating temperature: 40° F (4.44° C)
Max operating temperature: 90° F (32.22° C)
Care
To clean your system, wipe exterior with a damp cloth. Do not use any strong abrasive
cleaning agent or solvent cleaner.
NOTICE
Safeguards
• Properly tighten all fittings to ensure a leak-free assembly.
• Pick an appropriate installation location. Dimensions of systems vary — always
allow an estimated minimum of 28" clearance for height of tank.
• Unit must be installed in an area where the main water line enters your home,
before connecting to the water heater. DO NOT install after a water heater or on
the hot water line.
• It is recommended your system be installed indoors and out of direct sunlight.
Prolonged exposure to light can weaken plastic components, resulting in filter
housing failure. If this is not possible and the system is outdoors or in a sunny area,
the unit must be protected from both direct sunlight and freezing temperatures.
• If installing on metallic plumbing, installing system with two grounding clamps and
#4 copper wire are essential for safety.
• Some local codes may require the use of a licensed plumber or certified installer
when disrupting a potable water line.
• Due to the varieties of home design, not all installation configurations can be
addressed in this guide.
• In areas with high pressure, a pressure relief valve and a water hammer arrestor
may be necessary.
• For use with municipally treated water only. Do not use with water that is
microbiologically unsafe or of unknown water quality without adequate
disinfection before or after the system.
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