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Residential Electric Water Heater
USE & CARE MANUAL
WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE CONTRACTOR
Single and Double Element Models
20 - 120 Gallon Capacity
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Do Not Destroy this Manual. Please read careful-
ly and keep in a safe place for Future Reference.
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PROPOSITION 65: This appliance contains fiberglass insulation. Respirable particles of fiberglass are known
to the State of California to cause cancer.
Printed in USA
The purpose of this manual is twofold: one, for the installing
contractor, to provide requirements and recommendations for the
proper installation and adjustment of the water heater; and two,
for the owner-operator, to explain the features, operation, safe-
ty precautions, maintenance and trouble shooting of the water
heater. This manual also includes a parts list.
It is imperative that all persons who are expected to install, op-
erate or adjust this water heater read the instructions carefully
so that they may understand how to do so.
Recognize this symbol as an Indication of Impor-
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tant Safety Information!
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LISTED
786H
AP9029-6 (1/00)
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- Page 1 Residential Electric Water Heater USE & CARE MANUAL ® LISTED 786H WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE CONTRACTOR The purpose of this manual is twofold: one, for the installing Single and Double Element Models contractor, to provide requirements and recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of the water heater;...
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Page 2: General Safety Precautions
General Safety Precautions Be sure to read and understand the entire Use & Care Manual before attempting to install or operate this water heater. It may save you time and cost. Pay particular attention to the General Safety Precautions. Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious bodily injury or death . Should you have prob- lems understanding the instructions in this manual, or have any questions, STOP, and get help from a qualified installer, service technician, or the local electric utility. -
Page 3: Local Installation Regulations
Introduction The location chosen for the water heater must take into considera- tion the following: LOCAL INSTALLATION REGULATIONS This water heater must be installed in accordance with these in- structions, local codes, utility company requirements or, in the ab- sence of local codes, the latest edition of the National Electrical Code. It is available from some local libraries or can be purchased from the National Fire Prevention Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, To open drain, line... - Page 4 Installation The water heater is completely wired to the junction box inside To Electrical Distribution Panel jacket at top front of water heater. An opening for ⁄ ” or ⁄ ” electri- Temperature & Pressure Relief Valve cal fitting is provided for field wiring connections. (Refer to Fig. 3) The voltage requirements and wattage load for the water heater Union is specified on the rating plate on front of heater.
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Page 5: Installation Checklist
Installation manufacturer) into, onto or in conjunction with the water heater. The use of unauthorized energy saving devices may shorten the life of the water heater and may endanger life and property. The manufacturer The presence of water in the piping and water heater does not provide disclaims any responsibility for such loss or injury resulting from the sufficient conduction for a ground. -
Page 6: Operation
Operation SAFETY PRECAUTIONS A. Do turn off power to water heater if it has been subjected to ERATION or MAINTENANCE instructions, it is recommended over heating, fire, flood or physical damage. that a qualified person or serviceman perform the work. B. -
Page 7: Emergency Instructions
Operation mostat protective cover SHOULD NOT be removed. (Refer to In order to drain water heater, turn off cold water supply, then it Fig. 4.) Press red “RESET” button. Replace insulation and jack- is necessary to open a hot water faucet or lift the handle on the et access panel(s) before turning on power to water heater. -
Page 8: Replacement Parts List
Replacement Parts List Instructions for placing a Parts Orders: Address parts orders to the distributor or store from where the heater was 20 - 120 Gallon Models purchased. All parts orders should include: 1. Model number and Serial number of heater (from rating plate). Single and Double Element 2. - Page 9 Replacement Parts List Ref. Qty. Part Description Req’d Dip Tube Gasket Dip Tube Anode Rod Plate Cover Junction Box Cover Upper Thermostat (on double element models only) Upper Thermostat Protective Cover (on double element models only) Cavity Insulation Jacket Access Panel As Req’d Heating Element Gasket As Req’d...
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Page 10: Troubleshooting Guide
Trouble Shooting Guide NATURE OF TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE SERVICE No Hot Water 1. Manual switch turned off Turn to ON 2. Improper Wiring ** Rewire per Wiring Diagram 3. No Power — blown fuse or circuit breaker tripped a. Shorted wiring ** Replace or repair b. -
Page 11: Supplemental Instructions
NOTICE FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential water heaters must be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to earthquake motions. For residential water heaters up to 52 gallon ca- pacity, a brochure with generic earthquake bracing instructions can be obtained from: OFFICE OF THE STATE ARCHITECT 400 P Street... -
Page 12: Wiring Diagrams
DISTRIBUTION PANEL DISTRIBUTION PANEL UPPER THERMOSTAT THERMOSTAT & HIGH TEMP. & HIGH TEMP. LIMIT (ECO) LIMIT (ECO) HEATING ELEMENT YELLOW YELLOW SINGLE ELEMENT 120 V ONLY UPPER UPPER HEATING UPPER THERMOSTAT HEATING UPPER ELEMENT UPPER UPPER & HIGH TEMP. LIMIT...