Installation Checklist; Water Heater Location; Electrical Connections - Whirlpool Energy Smart Installation Instructions And Use & Care Manual

5. Ground the water heater by connecting the
grounding wire from the electrical service ground to
the (green) ground screw located in the junction
box. Note: Only use 10 gauge wires for electrical
connections and a 30 ampere double pole breaker.
6. Connect the red and black wires to the incoming
power leads.
7. Replace cover and secure with screws.
Figure 6
Field Wiring
240V - 30A Service
Junction Box
Cover
Wiring Diagram
240 Volts Only
8

Installation Checklist

Water Heater Location

Centrally located with the water piping system.
Located indoors and in a vertical position.
Protected from freezing temperatures.
Provisions made to protect the area from water
damage.
Drain pan installed and piped into an adequate
drain.
Sufficient clearance to service the water heater.
Water System Piping
Temperature and pressure relief valve properly
installed with a discharge line plumbed to an open
drain and protected from freezing.
All piping properly installed and free of leaks.
Water heater completely filled with water.
Closed system pressure buildup precautions
installed.
Tempering valve installed per manufacturer's
instructions.

Electrical Connections

Wiring and connections comply with all applicable
codes.
Water heater and electrical supply are properly
grounded.
Proper overload fuse or circuit breaker protection
installed.