Summary of Contents for Hronomite CMT-1.3
- Page 1 Electric Mini Tank – Water Heaters CMT-ST70 CMT-1.3 CMT-2.5 CMT-4.0 Tempering valve Optionally available Installation and Operating Instruction Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions General Information Technical Data 4 - 5 Technical Description Installation Instructions Plumbing Connections Temperature & Pressure Relief Valve Filling The Water Heater Electrical Connections Instructions For Use 10 - 11 Maintenance Instructions 11 - 14 Troubleshooting Schematic Disassembly &... -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
The Chronomite Mini Tank water heaters can be used in most under the counter, point of use applications. Models CMT-1.3, CMT-2.5, and CMT-4.0 are designed to supply hot water for hand washing in a residential, commercial or industrial environment. The Chronomite Mini tank water heaters are lightweight and compact and manufactured for easy installation. -
Page 4: Technical Data
Technical Data Model CMT-1.3 CMT-2.5 CMT-4.0 Capacity Gallons Voltage 110-120 110-120 110-120 Power at 120 Vac Watts 1440 1440 1440 Max. Water Pressure Weight (empty) lbs. 12.5 Amperage Amps Phases Assembly Figure Temperature & Water outlet Pressure relief valve Water inlet... - Page 5 Dimensions Model CMT-1.3 CMT-2.5 CMT-4.0 A (inch) 12 1/2” 14 1/2” 19 1/4” B (inch) 11” 11 3/4” 11 3/4” C (inch) 10” 10 3/8” 10 3/8” Schematic Construction Indicator Light Thermostat Insulation Foam Heating Element Sensor Tank Wire support...
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Page 6: Technical Description
The CMT-1.3, CMT-2.5, and CMT-4.0 are designed to operate at 150 psi maximum water pressure. Install a pressure reducing valve if your water pressure is greater than 120 psi. Caution! The manufacturer cannot be responsible for the damage caused by improper installation or by failure to follow instructions in this manual. -
Page 7: Installation Instructions
Fasten the supplied mounting bracket to the wall. Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and the weight of the water heater filled to capacity (CMT-1.3 = 24 lbs CMT-2.5 = 41 lbs, CMT-4.0 = 57 lbs). Hang the water heater on the bracket and pull downwards on the water heater to insure that both “fingers”... -
Page 8: Temperature & Pressure Relief Valve
Temperatures and Pressure Relief Valve Caution! Install the Temperature/Pressure Relief Valve supplied with the water heater! Install a discharge pipe from the temperature/pressure relief valve terminating at a sink or drain. Do not cap or plug the end of the discharge pipe. The discharge pipe must be unobstructed and full sized. The T/P valve is certified by a nationally recognized test lab that maintains periodic inspections of the listed equipment and meets the requirements for relief valves and automatic shut off devices for hot water supply systems ANSI 121.22-1979. -
Page 9: Filling The Water Heater
Closed System Thermal Expansion: Periodic discharge of the T/P relief valve or failure of the element gasket may be due to thermal expansion in a closed water supply system. The water utility supply meter may contain a check valve, back flow preventer or water pressure reducing valve which will create a closed water system. -
Page 10: Electrical Connections
Electrical Connections To be certain that all of the air is out of the water heater, open the hot water faucet on your fixtures until constant water flows from them. If air remains in the tank, the element will be damaged when the electric cord is plugged in. -
Page 11: Maintenance Instructions
Setting the Thermostat The water heater is equipped with an adjustable thermostat that once set will automatically control water temperature. The red indicator lamp remains illuminated while the water is being heated. If the water in the tank is at the desired temperature the lamp will NOT be illuminated. The temperature adjusting knob will increase the temperature by turning the knob clockwise and decrease the water temperature by turning the knob counter clockwise. - Page 12 Maintenance Instructions (cont.) Warning Before servicing or cleaning the water heater, turn off the power switch and disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet. Note For most maintenance operations, the water heater will be drained. In all cases before draining first turn off the power switch and then unplug power cord.
- Page 13 Descaling the Heating Element (cont.) 3. To descale manually, let element dry and then using a non metallic brush similar to a tooth brush; brush the residue from the element. Avoid damaging the surface of the element. 4. Reinstall the element and gasket. 5.
- Page 14 Resetting the High Limit Switch For various reasons the high limit safety shut off switch will occasionally shut the water heater down This shut down will occur when water temperatures exceed 190°F. Power is automatically turned off to the heating element. The shut off device may also activate as a result of a power outage or an electrical storm. Note : Do not attempt to reset the high limit switch without first allowing the water heater to cool down the high temperature water inside the heater.
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Page 15: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Water does not get hot 1. Make sure the power supply is on and working. 2. If light does not come on, check that the reset button is pushed in; follow steps from previous section. 3. If the indicator light is illuminated, but water temperature does not get hot at the sink, test for a plumbing crossover as follows;... -
Page 16: Schematic Disassembly & Parts List
Schematic Disassembly CMT-1.3/CMT-2.5/CMT-4.0 32 31 Parts List CMT-1.3/CMT-2.5/CMT-4.0 Name of Part Qty. Name of Part Qty. Tank Component Back Cover Thermostat Power Switch Temp. Adjust Panel Power Switch Box Inside Wiring Assembly Power Cord Cross Screws Screw Inside Cover Blue Circle... -
Page 17: Warranty
Chronomite Mini Tank Water Heaters – Limited One (1) Year Warranty Coverage Chronomite warranties this water heater to the Owner (hereinafter “Owner”) of the water heater at the original installation location against defects in material and workmanship for the periods specified below. Warranty Period 1. - Page 18 Exclusions Cont. 3. The Manufacturer shall not be liable for any water damage arising, directly or indirectly, from any defect in the water heater component part(s) or from its use. 4. Manufacturer shall not be liable under this warranty if: a) The water heater or any of its component parts has been subject to excessive water pressure, misuse, abuse, alteration, neglect or accident.
- Page 19 How the owner can secure service assistance or make a warranty claim 1. Owner should contact the dealer who sold the water heater covered by this warranty. 2. Owner should submit the warranty claim directly to Chronomite at the address listed below, and they will arrange for the handling of the claim.
- Page 20 Chronomite Laboratories, Inc. 17451 Hurley St. City of Industry, CA 91744 T: 800.447.4962 • P: 626.937.4270 www.chronomite.com L1T00004 2/2014...
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