Cleaning The Spout Screen - Whirlpool Hot Water Dispenser Installation Instructions And Use And Care Manual

Energy-saving tips and preparation for periods of
nonuse
On average, you will use your hot
water dispenser to heat 7 to 8 cups
of water per day. This uses only 19
kilowatt-hours of energy per month.
So it is Not necessary to turn off the
hot water dispenser each night to
conserve energy.
However, if the hot water dispenser
will not be used for an extended
period of time, follow these
instructions:
For short periods (2-30 days of nonuse):
Set the Temperature Control to the
"Off" position to conserve energy.
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WINTERIZING: For long periods
1. Turn Temperature Control to the
of nonuse, seasonal storage or
"Off" position.
protection from freezing:
2. Unplug hot water dispenser power
supply cord.
When ready to use the dispenser
Do Not Turn Unit On If Tank Is
again, follow Installation
Empty. Damage to the unit will
Instruction Steps 14-16, Page 9.
result and is not covered by the
warranty.
3. Turn On/Off Cap, hold and run
water until water is cold.
4. Turn saddle valve handle
clockwise to turn off water supply.
5. Place a 3-quart minimum
container under the drain plug at
the bottom of the tank.
6. Use a screwdriver to push down
on gray collet and remove drain
plug. Allow all water to drain
from tank.
7. Push drain plug onto tank tubing
as far as it will go. Pull on the
drain plug. The drain plug is
properly installed if it cannot be
removed.
Cleaning the spout screen
If you have very hard water, and you it may be necessary to clean the
notice that the water flow is reduced,
spout screen.
1. Turn Temperature Control to
the "Off" position. Turn On/Off Cap
clockwise and run water until it is
cold to avoid possibility of burn.
2. Remove the two spout screws.
3. Remove spout base plate.
4. Pull the screen assembly out of
the hot water tube.
5. Use a small brush and vinegar to
remove hard-water deposit.
If deposit has hardened, soak in
vinegar for an hour or two. Then
use a brush to clean.
6. Replace screen assembly in tube.
Reattach plate back onto spout.
7. Turn Temperature Control to the
"Max" setting. The dispenser will
be ready in about 15 minutes.