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Use and Care Manual
Installation
Start-Up
Maintenance
Parts
Warranty
This manual must only be used by a qualified installer / service technician. Read all instructions in this manual before installing.
Perform steps in the given order. Failure to do so could result in substantial property damage, severe personal injury, or death.
California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make product changes or updates without notice and will not be held liable for
typographical errors in literature.
The surfaces of these products contacted by potable (consumable) water contain less than 0.25% lead by weight as required
by the Safe Drinking Water Act, Section 1417.
NOTE TO CONSUMER: PLEASE KEEP ALL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Light Duty Commercial
Electric Water Heaters
whl-035 Rev. 002 Rel. 002 Date 11.1.17
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- Page 1 Light Duty Commercial Electric Water Heaters Use and Care Manual Installation Start-Up Maintenance Parts Warranty This manual must only be used by a qualified installer / service technician. Read all instructions in this manual before installing. Perform steps in the given order. Failure to do so could result in substantial property damage, severe personal injury, or death. California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Part 5 - Installation Checklist officer or departmental official may be the AHJ. Part 6 - Operation NOTE: Westinghouse reserves the right to modify product technical A. Combination Thermostat and High Limit Control (ECO) specifications and components without prior notice. -
Page 3: When Servicing The Water Heating System
Do not use “homemade cures” or “patent medicines”. Damage to the water heater, substantial property damage, and/or serious personal injury may result. Installer - Read all instructions in this manual before installing. Perform steps in the given order. C. Freeze Protection User - This manual is for use only by a qualified heating installer NOTE: Consider piping and installation when determining heater / service technician. -
Page 4: Locating The Water Heater
dgs.ca.gov or call 1-916-445-8100 and request instructions. B. Locating the Water Heater However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. For residential water heaters of a capacity of greater than 52 gallons, consult the local building jurisdiction for acceptable bracing Locate the water heater where any leakage from the relief valve, procedures. - Page 5 If you suspect that your water is contaminated in any way, discontinue use of the appliance and contact an authorized technician or licensed professional. • Water pH between 6.5 and 8.5 • pH levels below 6.5 can cause an increase in the rate of corrosion.
- Page 6 Front View Top View LP-379-J 07/13/15 Figure 2 - Dimensional Drawing - Non-Simultaneous Operation Specifications and Dimensions Water Temperature Ratings Light Hot / Shipping Min. Max. High Storage Safety Commercial Cold Weight Delivered Delivered Temp. Capacity Listing Models Inlets (Lbs. Est.) Temp.
- Page 7 Figure 3 - Installing Cold Inlet and Hot Outlet Fittings CAUTION The Cold Inlet and Hot Outlet Fittings MUST BE INSTALLED according to the steps in Figure 3 for the electric water heater to operate properly. Failure to install these fittings properly will result in improper water heater operation, possible substantial property damage, and increased costs.
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Page 8: Part 3 - Piping
the cold water inlet line. Contact your installing contractor, water Part 3 - Piping supplier, or plumbing inspector for additional information regarding thermal expansion. A. Plumbing C. Condensation It is mandatory that all plumbing be done in accordance with federal, Condensation can form on the water heater when it is first filled with local, and state plumbing codes and practices. -
Page 9: Scalding
F. Scalding To avoid water damage or scalding due to relief valve operation: • Discharge line must be connected to relief valve outlet and An ASSE 1017 or ASSE 1070 temperature limiting or mixing valve run to a safe place of disposal. Terminate the discharge line is recommended in installations servicing disabled or elderly in a manner that will prevent possibility of severe burns or persons, or children. -
Page 10: Applications
H. Applications Figure 5 - Sealing the Water Heater for Sanitary Applications Part 4 - Wiring Tank must be full of water before the power is turned on. Heating elements will be damaged if energized for even a short time while tank is dry. -
Page 11: Part 5 - Installation Checklist
Part 5 - Installation Checklist Water Heater Location Close to area of heated water demand Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures Area free of flammable vapors Provisions made to protect area from water damage and control thermal expansion Sufficient room to service heater Relief Valve Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve prop- erly installed and discharge line run to open... -
Page 12: Heating Element Replacement Procedure
DO NOT replace heating element with a generic heating element. Step Replace Only Westinghouse heating elements are approved for use with insulation. this water heater. Failure to follow this warning will result in Step #6 - Reattach the access premature product failure and VOID the warranty. -
Page 13: Part 7 - Maintenance
NOTE: Repeat Steps 3 - 6 as Necessary for Multiple Elements To flush the tank, attach a hose to the field installed drain valve. Close Step #8 - Open the main cold water inlet. If the water heater has the cold water supply line shut-off valve. Open the drain valve and hot been isolated from the system, open the valves. - Page 14 T&P Relief Valve Maintenance Instructions: • Annually: Certain naturally occuring mineral deposits may adhere to the valve, blocking waterways and rendering the valve inoperative. The T&P Relief Valve lever must be operated to ensure the waterways are clear. If waterways are clear, hot water will discharge from the valve.
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Page 15: Part 8 - Troubleshooting
Part 8 - Troubleshooting Problem Reason Remedy Manual disconnect switch turned off Turn switch on Blown fuse or circuit breaker tripped Replace fuse or reset breaker Shorted or improper wiring *Replace, repair, or rewire per detail Circuit overloaded *Provide adequate circuit to reduce load Grounded element or thermostat *Replace No Hot Water... -
Page 16: Limited Warranty
(hereinafter “Owner”) of the water heater, and is non- professionals based upon the manufacturer’s installation instructions. transferable. G. It is expressly agreed between Westinghouse and the Owner that repair, replacement, or refund are the exclusive remedies of the WARRANTY PERIODS Owner. - Page 17 12. Damages, malfunctions, or failures resulting from vacuum Any parts or heaters returned to Westinghouse for warranty analysis conditions. will become the property of Westinghouse and will not be returned, 13. Damages, malfunctions, or failures caused by operating the water even if credit is denied.
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Page 18: Customer Installation Record Form
Customer Installation Record Form The following form should be completed by the Qualified Installer / Service Technician for you to keep as a record of the installation in case of a warranty claim. After reading the important notes at the bottom of the page, please also sign this document. Customer’s Name Date of Installation Installation Address...
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