the water connections to the water heater. After the pressure has been relieved, close the faucet. The cold water inlet line connects to the inlet nipple at the base of the water heater. The hot water outlet line connects to the nipple on top of the water heater. The fittings at the cold water inlet and hot water outlet are dielectric waterway fittings with tapered male threads. Make the proper plumbing connections between the water heater and the plumbing system in the structure. Install a
CAUTION
If sweat fittings are to be used, DO NOT apply heat to the nipples on top of the water heater. Sweat the tubing to the adapter before fitting the adapter to the water connections. It is imperative that heat is not applied to the nipples containing a plastic liner.
IMPORTANT
FAILURE TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN A NEW, LISTED TEMPERATURE- PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE WILL RELEASE THE MANUFACTURER FROM ANY CLAIM, WHICH MIGHT RESULT FROM EXCESSIVE TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURES.
If this water heater is installed in a closed water supply system, such as one having a
After installation of the water lines, open the main water supply valve and fill the water heater. While the water heater is filling, open several hot water faucets to allow air to escape from the water system. After a steady stream of water flows from the faucets, close them and check all water connections for possible leaks. NEVER OPERATE THE WATER HEATER WITHOUT FIRST
BEING CERTAIN IT IS FILLED WITH WATER.
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