HOT WATER DISPENSER CARE

NOTE: It is not necessary to turn off the hot water dispenser each night to conserve energy. The hot water dispenser uses approximately 10 to 19 kilowatt-hours of energy per month when heating 7 to 8 cups of water per day.

Prepare HotWaterDispenserforNonuse

If the hot water dispenser will not be used for 2 to 30 days, set the Temperature Control to the Off position to conserve energy.

Winterizing and Seasonal Storage

Cold Weather Care

1.Turn the Temperature Control to the Off position.

2.Unplug the hot water dispenser power supply cord.

3.Push down and turn the faucet cap clockwise to open the faucet.

4.Allow the water to run until the water turns cold.

5.Release faucet cap.

6.Close water supply valve.

7.Place a tray under the tank to catch any water leaks.

8.To remove the faucet tube from the easy-connect fitting, push down on the collet. Pull tube out of easy-connect fitting. It is easier to push the collet down with a ¹⁄₄" or 7 mm open-end wrench.

11.Remove the largest diameter tube from the tank outlet tube.

A

B

C

A.Largest diameter tube

B.Hose clamp

A

B

C

A. Faucet tube

B. ¹⁄₄" or 7 mm open-end wrench

C.Collet

9.Using pliers, spread open the hose clamp (provided) on the largest diameter faucet tube.

10.Slide the hose clamp about 2" (5 cm) from the end of the largest diameter faucet tube.

C. Tank outlet tube

12.Lift the hot water dispenser tank off the mounting bracket.

A

C

B

A. 2¹⁄₄" (5.7 cm)

B. Mounting bracket

C. Off position on the temperature control

13.Turn the hot water dispenser tank upside down over a sink or bucket and drain the water.

14.Reinstall the hot water dispenser tank on the mounting bracket.

15.Reconnect the faucet tubes. See “Install the Tank.”

NOTE: To prepare the hot water dispenser for use, see “Complete Installation.”

IMPORTANT: Do not plug in the hot water dispenser or turn on the thermostat until the tank is filled with water. The hot water dispenser may be permanently damaged if power is supplied to the hot water dispenser before the tank is filled.

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KitchenAid KHWL260, W10121528A, KHWC260, KHWG260 manual HOT Water Dispenser Care, Prepare HotWaterDispenserforNonuse