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California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. HTP reserves the right to make product changes or updates without notice and will not be held liable for typographical errors in literature.
Part 5 - Installation Checklist officer or departmental official may be the AHJ. Part 6 - Operation NOTE: HTP reserves the right to modify product technical specifications A. Combination Thermostat and High Limit Control (ECO) and components without prior notice.
damaged. This can result in substantial property damage. Do not use “homemade cures” or “patent medicines”. Damage to the Installer - Read all instructions in this manual before installing. water heater, substantial property damage, and/or serious personal Perform steps in the given order. injury may result.
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.
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• Water pH between 6.5 and 8.5 • pH levels below 6.5 can cause an increase in the rate of corrosion. pH of 8.5 or higher can potentially cause lime scale build-up • Maintain water pH between 6.5 and 8.5. Check with litmus paper or have it chemically analyzed by a local water treatment company.
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Front View Top View LP-379-J 07/13/15 Figure 2 - Dimensional Drawing - Staged Operation Specifications and Dimensions Water Temperature Ratings Hot / Shipping Min. Max. High Residential Storage Safety Cold Weight Delivered Delivered Temp. Models Capacity Listing Inlets (Lbs. Est.) Temp.
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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.
Part 3 - Piping supplier, or plumbing inspector for additional information regarding A. Plumbing thermal expansion. It is mandatory that all plumbing be done in accordance with federal, C. Condensation local, and state plumbing codes and practices. Failure to properly install the water heater WILL VOID the warranty.
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 is run to a safe place of disposal. Terminate the discharge line recommended in installations servicing disabled or elderly persons, in a manner that will prevent possibility of severe burns or or children.
inputs and amperage requirements). The voltage requirement and H. Applications dedicated wattage load for the heater is specified on the rating label of the water heater. Consult your local power company to determine if your electrical service is adequate for the additional load of the heater.
SHOULD NOT be removed. Set temperature indicator to desired Part 5 - Installation Checklist temperature. Replace insulation and the black access cover. Turn on power to the heater. Water Heater Location Close to area of heated water demand Failure to disconnect the power from the water heater before Indoors and protected from freezing attempting to adjust or reset the thermostat(s) will result in property temperatures...
DO NOT replace heating element with a generic heating element. manual, this water heater should be inspected annually by a Only HTP heating elements are approved for use with this water qualified service technician to assure that all the equipment is heater.
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To flush the tank, attach a hose to the field installed drain valve. Close the cold water supply line shut-off valve. Open the drain valve and hot water faucet(s) to vent heater while draining. Direct the flow T&P Relief Valve Maintenance Instructions: of water to a drain or bucket where it will not cause damage.
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...
Owner. THESE WARRANTIES COMMENCE ON THE DATE OF INSTALLATION. This H. HTP will not accept claims from the Owner for labor costs incurred by limited warranty is only available to the original consumer purchaser any person as a result of the repair, replacement, removal, or reinstallation (hereinafter “Owner”) of the water heater, and is non-transferable.
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During the claims process a product that must be replaced will be given a potable water, free to circulate at all times. designation of either a) field scrap, or b) return to HTP. If the product must 16. Failure of the heater due to the accumulation of solid materials or be returned to HTP, the returned product must arrive at HTP within thirty lime deposits.
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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