Introduction; Preparing For The New Installation; Notes - A.O. Smith PXHT Instruction Manual

Thank You for purchasing this water heater. Properly installed and
maintained, it should give you years of trouble free service.
Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual:
• ANSI - American National Standards Institute
• ASME - American Society of Mechanical Engineers
• GAMA - Gas Appliance Manufacturer's Association
• NEC - National Electric Code
• NFPA - National Fire Protection Association
• UL - Underwriters Laboratory
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 will not operate properly. It could cause DEATH,
SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
This manual contains instructions for the installation, operation, and
maintenance of the electric 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. Since we cannot put everything
on the first few pages, READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR OPERATE THE WATER HEATER.

INTRODUCTION

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 code requirements follow NFPA-70
(latest edition). The National Electric Code which may be ordered
from: National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park,
Quincy, MA 02269.
3. If after reading this manual you have any questions or do not
understand any portion of the instructions, call the local utility or the
manufacturer whose name appears on the rating plate.
4. Carefully plan the place where you are going to put the water heater.
INSTALLATION OR SERVICE OF THIS WATER HEATER REQUIRES
ABILITY EQUIVALENT TO THAT OF A LICENSED TRADESMAN IN
THE FIELD INVOLVED. PLUMBING AND ELECTRICAL WORK ARE
REQUIRED.
Examine the location to ensure the water heater complies with the
"Facts to Consider About the Location" section in this manual.
5. For California installation this water heater must be braced, anchored,
or strapped 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, 400 P Street,
Sacramento, CA 95814.
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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