INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS & HOME OWNERS MANUAL EEMAX ELECTRIC TANKLESS WATER HEATERS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION When installing or using any high voltage electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed. Under no circumstances should you attempt to clean, install, inspect, repair, disassemble or otherwise service this water heater, without first shutting off all power to the unit directly at the breaker box.
If you have any questions regarding the warranty or product return policies, please contact Eemax at 800-543-6163. Inspect all components. The contents of your box should include one of the following units: ...
2- SELECTING A LOCATION TO INSTALL This product is designed to be installed indoors only. You may be able to install your unit in an outdoor location as long as it is mounted in a suitable enclosure that protects it from rain, splashed water, direct sunlight, debris, and insects.
1. Do not solder any pipes with unit connected to pipes – heat from soldering may damage the flow sensor. Doing so will also void the warranty. 2. This Eemax tankless water heater is equipped with both computer-controlled and electro-mechanical auto resetting thermostat switches for high-limited temperature protection. Since this product does not use a storage tank, the use of a temperature pressure relief valve (T&P) is not required for most installations.
5- ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Eemax recommends that this product be installed by a licensed and qualified electrician in accordance with all applicable national, state, provincial, and local electrical codes. As with all electrical appliances, under no circumstances should you attempt to install, repair or disassemble this water heater without first shutting off all power to the unit directly at the fuse or breaker box.
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Electrical Specifications by Model MODELS EEM24008 EEM24011 EEM24013 EEM24018 EEM24024 EEM24027 EEM24036 ELEMENTS VOLTAGE 240 V 240 V 240 V 240 V 240 V 240 V 240 V MAX kW 8 kW 11 kW 13 kW 18 kW 24 kW...
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To learn more about flow restrictors or find out how to purchase one for your tankless water heater visit us online at Eemax.com or contact us at 1-800-543-6163. Steps for Choosing a Flow Restrictor 1.
7- GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating your new tankless water heater is very similar to using any traditional water heating system. However, it is very important that you carefully read all of the set-up procedures and operating instructions and tips to ensure the maximum performance and energy savings from your new water heater.
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Reduce the flow rate by installing an Eemax Flow Restrictor. Use the chart in section 6 to find out which flow restrictor works best for your particular model.
CAUTION – removing the cover to change the temperature set point exposes electrical shock and burn hazards, which can cause INJURY or DEATH. Adjustment should only be done by a licensed plumber or electrician. EEM24008 – EEM24011 – EEM24013 EEM24018 – EEM24024 – EEM24027 – EEM24036 1.
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