Whirlpool W10123251, 315422-000, SG1J5040T3NOV 7K, SG1J4040T3NOV 7K Closed System/Thermal Expansion

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Please note the following:

The system should be installed only with piping that is suitable for potable (drinkable) water such as copper, CPVC, or polybutylene. This water heater must not be installed using iron piping or PVC water piping.

Use only pumps, valves, or fittings that are compatible with potable water.

Use only full flow ball or gate valves. The use of valves that may cause excessive restriction to water flow is not recommended.

Use only 95/5 tin-antimony or other equivalent solder. Any lead based solder must not be used.

Piping that has been treated with chromates, boiler seal, or other chemicals must not be used.

Chemicals that may contaminate the potable water supply must not be added to the piping system.

Closed System/Thermal Expansion

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

If the temperature and pressure relief valve is dripping or leaking, have a qualified person replace it.

Examples of a qualified person include: licensed plumbers, authorized gas company personnel, and authorized service personnel.

Do not plug valve. Do not remove valve.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, or explosion.

Periodic discharge of the temperature and pressure relief valve may be due to thermal expansion in a closed water supply system. The water utility supply meter may contain a check valve, backflow preventer or water pressure reducing valve. This will create a closed water system. During

the heating cycle of the water heater, the water expands causing pressure inside the water heater to increase. This may cause the temperature and pressure relief valve to discharge small quantities of hot water. To prevent this, it is recommended that a diaphragm-type expansion tank (suitable for potable water) be installed on the cold water supply line. The expansion tank must have a minimum capacity of 1.5 U.S. gallons for every 50 gallons of stored water. Contact the local water supplier or plumbing inspector for information on other methods to control this situation.

IMPORTANT: Do not plug or remove the temperature and pressure relief valve.

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Contents Installation Instructions Use & Care Guide Table Of Contents Water Heater SafetyImportant Information About This Water Heater Installing Your GAS Water HeaterConsumer Information Consumer ResponsibilitiesSite Location Location RequirementsClearances and Accessibility Gas Supply Gas Pressure TestingGas Requirements Gas PressureNatural Gas Pipe Capacity Table Cu. Ft./Hr Combustion Air Supply and VentilationConfined Space Unconfined SpaceAll Air from Inside the Building Louvers and Grilles All Air from OutdoorsVent Connectors Draft hood InstallationVent Pipe System Vent Pipe SizeVertical Exhaust Gas Vent Chimney ConnectionWater System Piping Piping InstallationClosed System/Thermal Expansion Relief Valve and Pipe Insulation Some Models Temperature and Pressure Relief ValveSpecial Applications Solar InstallationCombination Space Heating/Potable Water System Installation Checklist Lighting Instructions Operating Your Water HeaterBurn Hazard Do not touch vent Doing so can result in burns Checking the DraftBurner Flames Water Temperature RegulationStacking Emergency Shut DownOperational Conditions Routine Preventive Maintenance Maintenance of Your Water HeaterDraining and Flushing Removing the Burner Door Assembly Replacement PartsReplacing the Pilot Assembly Natural Gas Burner Ultra Low NoxExternal Inspection & Cleaning of the Flame-trap Cleaning the Pilot AssemblyCleaning the Combustion Chamber and Flame-trap Replacing the ThermocoupleTesting the Igniter System Replacing the Burner Door AssemblyPiezoelectric Igniter System Removing and Replacing the Gas Control Valve/Thermostat Flame LockSafety System Operational ChecklistSlow HOT Water Pilot Light Troubleshooting Chart Repair Parts List Repair Parts IllustrationListed Parts Kits and Illustrations Page