Rheem RS47-21BP Connect Storage Tank to Electrical Supply, Detail of Electrical Connections

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Connect Storage Tank to Electrical Supply

!CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock or fire follow local codes.

!CAUTION: Ensure the water heater tank is full of water before the main is turned on.

Use only a utility supply having a maximum of 240 volt, 1 phase, 60Hz, power supply.

WARNING: Turn off all power to avoid injury.

The water heater must always be connected to the ground in accordance with the local codes.

Connect the branch circuit equipment grounding means and system grounding conductors to the water heater at the terminal marked “G”.

Use only copper conductors.

1.Turn OFF the main site electrical power.

2.Remove left tank End Cover, thermostat and element covers, to expose electrical connections.

3.Connect the hot and neutral electrical connections into the terminal block.

4.Connect the electrical ground wire to the ground screw

5.Replace tank end cover.

6.Turn ON main circuit breaker.

 

 

Detail of Electrical Connections

 

 

 

 

 

Neutral

 

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Element

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hot

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ground

 

 

 

Thermostat

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Element

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Anode

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Complete System Installation

4.

Instruct homeowner regarding

1. Insulate all plumbing lines. See page

system operation and features.

 

 

 

 

16 for details

5.

Complete Post-Installation Checklist.

2.Replace tiles or other roofing to cover straps, etc, as necessary.

3.Remove and dispose of packing materials and leave area clean and neat.

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