Introduction; Abbreviations Used; Preparing For The Installation - State Water Heaters SEH-250 Instruction Manual

Thank You for purchasing this water heater. Properly installed
and maintained, it should give you years of trouble free service.

ABBREVIATIONS USED

Abbreviations found in this Instruction Manual include :
• ANSI - American National Standards Institute
• ASME - American Society of Mechanical Engineers
• NEC - National Electrical Code
• NFPA - National Fire Protection Association
• UL - Underwriters Laboratory
• CSA - Canadian Standards Association
• AHRI - Air Condition, Heating and Refrigeration Institute

PREPARING FOR THE INSTALLATION

1. Read the "General Safety" section of this manual first and
then the entire manual carefully. If you don't follow the
safety rules, the water heater may not operate safely.
It could cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND/OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE.
This manual contains instructions for the installation, operation,
and maintenance of the water heater. It also contains warnings
throughout the manual that you must read and be aware of.
All warnings and all instructions are essential to the proper
operation of the water heater and your safety. READ THE
ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR
OPERATE THE WATER HEATER.
General outline diagrams are in this manual. These
diagrams will serve to provide the installer with a reference
for basic installation of this product. IT IS NECESSARY
THAT ALL WATER PIPING AND THE ELECTRICAL
WIRING BE INSTALLED AND CONNECTED AS SHOWN IN
THE DIAGRAMS.

INTRODUCTION

Before removing any access
panels or servicing the water
heater, make sure the electrical
supply to the water heater is
turned "OFF".
Failure to do this could result in
death, serious bodily injury, or
property damage.
Be sure to turn off power when working on or near
electrical system of the water heater. Never touch electrical
components with wet hands or when standing in water. When
replacing fuses always use the correct size for the circuit.
Use same size and type of fuse when replacing.
Detailed installation diagrams are in this manual. These
diagrams will serve to provide the installer with a reference
for the materials and method of piping suggested. IT
IS NECESSARY THAT ALL WATER PIPING AND THE
ELECTRICAL WIRING BE INSTALLED AND CONNECTED
AS SHOWN IN THE DIAGRAMS.
The principal components of the heater are identified on pages 9
and 10. The model and rating plate on page 7 interprets certain
markings into useful information. Both of these references
should be used to identify the heater, its components and
optional equipment.
2. The installation must conform with these instructions and the
local code authority having jurisdiction and the requirements
of the power company. In the absence of local codes, the
installation must comply with the current editions of the
National Electrical Code, NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical
Code CSA C22.1. The National Electrical Code may be ordered
from: National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch
Park, Quincy, MA 02269. The Canadian Electrical Code is
available from the Canadian Standards Association, 8501
East Pleasant Valley Road, Cleveland, OH 44131.
3. If after reading this manual you have any questions or do not
understand any portion of the instructions, call the toll free
number on the back cover for further assistance.
A sample rating plate and barcode tag are shown on page
6 of this manual. In order to expedite your request, please
have the serial number and item ID from the barcode tag
available for the technician.
4. Carefully plan your intended placement of the water heater.
Examine the location to ensure the water heater complies with
the "Locating the New Water Heater" section in this manual.
Clearance must be maintained so that the coil bundle may
be removed for servicing after installation.
Installation and service of this water heater requires ability
equivalent to that of a licensed tradesman or qualified agency
(page 3) in the field involved. Plumbing and electrical work
are required.
5. For installation in California this water heater must be braced or
anchored to avoid falling or moving during an earthquake. See
instructions for correct installation procedures. Instructions
may be obtained from California Office of the State Architect,
1102 Q Street, Suite 5100, Sacramento, CA 95811.
6. Massachusetts Code requires this water heater to be
installed in accordance with Massachusetts 248-CMR 2.00:
State Plumbing Code and 248-CMR 5.00.
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