INSTALLING YOUR WATER HEATER
Consumer Information
This water heater should be installed in accordance with the local code authority having jurisdiction, the power company or electric utility, and this installation manual. In the absence of local code requirements, follow the regulations set forth in the latest edition of The National Electric Code, NFPA 70. This is available from the following:
National Fire Protection Association
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
American National Standards Institute
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
Check your phone listings for the local authorities having jurisdiction over your installation.
Consumer Responsibilities
This manual has been prepared to acquaint you with the installation, operation and maintenance of your electric water heater and to provide important safety information in these areas.
We urge you to read all of the instructions thoroughly before attempting the installation or operation of this water heater. This manual should be kept for future reference.
The manufacturer of this water heater will not be liable for any damages caused by failure to comply with the installation and operating instructions outlined in this manual.
If you lack the necessary skills required to properly install this water heater or you have diffi culty following the directions, you should not proceed but have a qualifi ed person perform the installation of this water heater.
Examples of a qualified person include: licensed plumbers, authorized gas company personnel, and authorized service personnel.
Massachusetts code requires this water heater to be installed in accordance with Massachusetts
A data plate identifying your water heater can be found adjacent to the element door. When referring to your water heater always have the information listed on the data plate readily available.
Retain your original receipt as proof of purchase.
Unpacking the Water Heater
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install water heater.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
Removing Packaging Materials
IMPORTANT: Do not remove any permanent instructions, labels, or the data label from either the outside of the water heater or on the inside of water heater panels.
•Remove exterior packaging and place installation components aside.
•Inspect all parts for damage prior to installation and
•Completely read all instructions before attempting to assemble and install this product.
•After installation, dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.
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