Electrical Connections; Before Operating - Whirlpool Gas Water Heater High Efficiency Atmospheric Vent Installation Instructions And Use & Care Manual

Electrical Connections

Before plugging in the water heater, always make sure:
• The Voltage and frequency correspond to that specified
on the water heater.
• The electrical outlet has the proper overload fuse or
breaker protection.
• Water heater to be located within 6 feet of 120VAC outlet.
• Unit is to connect to a 120VAC electrical supply outlet
(extension cord is not allowed).
• The water heater and the outlet are properly grounded.
• Installed in accordance with prevailing provisions of
local codes, or in the absence of such, National Electric
Code, ANSI/NFPS 70 current edition.
Completely fill the tank with water and check all connections
for leaks. Open the nearest hot water faucet and let it run
for three (3) minutes to purge the water lines of air and
sediment and to ensure complete filling of the tank. The
Electrical power may then be turned on. Verify proper
operation after servicing.
Wiring Diagram
Air Intake
Chamber Fan
Gas Control
Valve / Thermostat
Pressure
Switch
Igniter/Flame
Sense Connector
FV
Sensor
IMPORTANT:
LABEL ALL WIRES PRIOR TO
DISCONNECTION WHEN SERVICING
CONTROLS. WIRING ERRORS CAN CAUSE
IMPROPER AND DANGEROUS OPERATION.
VERIFY PROPER OPERATION AFTER SERVICING.
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WARNING
Electric Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before
servicing.
Replace all parts and panels

before operating.

Failure to do so can result in
death or electrical shock.
WARNING
Anode
Rod
Control Display
Power Supply
Transformer