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Water Heater Innovations 105 Use & Care Manual

Manual is about: Electric Water Heaters Single and Double Element

Summary of 105

  • Page 1

    Water heaters electric the purpose of this manual is twofold: one, to provide the installer with the basic directions and recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of the water heater; and two, for the owner–operator, to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenan...

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    Care and cleaning draining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 extended shut-down . . . . . 16 safety information safety precautions . . . . . . . 3, 4 installation instructions location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 water connections . . . . . . . . 8 e...

  • Page 3: D A N G E R

    Time/temperature relationship in scalds temperature time to produce a serious burn 120°f (49°c) more than 5 minutes 125°f (51°c) 1½ to 2 minutes 130°f (54°c) about 30 seconds 135°f (57°c) about 10 seconds 140°f (60°c) less than 5 seconds 145°f (63°c) less than 3 seconds 150°f (66°c) about 1½ seconds...

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    4 important safety information. Read all instructions before using. Warning! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. Be sure to read and understand the...

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    Installing the water heater. 5 the location chosen for the water heater must take into consideration the following: local installation regulations this water heater must be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company requirements or, in the absence of...

  • Page 6

    Installing the water heater. 6 thermal expansion determine if a check valve exists in the inlet water line. Check with your local water utility. It may have been installed in the cold water line as a separate back flow preventer, or it may be part of a pressure reducing valve, water meter or water s...

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    7 ! Warning: the pressure rating of the relief valve must not exceed 150 psi, (1034 kpa), the maximum working pressure of the water heater as marked on the rating plate. A new combination temperature and pressure relief valve, complying with the standard for relief valves and automatic gas shut-off ...

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    8 water supply connections refer to the illustration on right for suggested typical installation. The installation of unions or flexible copper connectors is recommended on the hot and cold water connections so that the water heater may be easily disconnected for servicing if necessary. The hot and ...

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    9 typical installation ■■■✦■■■ temperature & pressure relief valve union (the addition of a union at this point will help in the replacement of the t & p relief valve should the need arise.) drain pipe -(3/4" minimum) drain valve support the relief valve drain pipe using metal strapping or wire fast...

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    10 installing the water heater. Electrical connections a separate branch circuit with copper conductors, over current protective device and suitable disconnecting means must be provided by a qualified electrician. All wiring must conform to local codes or latest edition of national electrical code a...

  • Page 11: Single Phase

    ! Danger: elements should only be replaced with an element of the same power rating that was factory installed, and corresponds to the rating label on the unit. Notice: this guide recommends minimum branch circuit sizing and wire size based on national electric code. Refer to wiring diagrams in this...

  • Page 12

    For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with two 24” sections of pipe insulation. Please install the insulation, according to the illustrations above, that best meets your requirements. Typical vertical piping arrangement typical horizontal piping arrangement hot and c...

  • Page 13: Installation Checklist

    Installation checklist a. Water heater location b. Water supply c. Relief valve d. Wiring ❑ close to area of heated water demand. ❑ indoors and protected from freezing temperatures. ❑ area free of flammable vapors. ❑ provisions made to protect area from water damage. ❑ sufficient room to service hea...

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    Safety precautions do turn off power to water heater if it has been subjected to over heating, fire, flood, physical damage. Do not turn on water heater unless it is filled with water. Do not turn on water heater if cold water supply shut-off valve is closed. If there is any difficulty in understand...

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    15 time/temperature relationship in scalds temperature time to produce a serious burn 120°f (49°c) more than 5 minutes 125°f (51°c) 1 1 / 2 to 2 minutes 130°f (54°c) about 30 seconds 135°f (57°c) about 10 seconds 140°f (60°c) less than 5 seconds 145°f (63°c) less than 3 seconds 150°f (66°c) about 1 ...

  • Page 16

    Vacation and extended shut-down if the water heater is to remain idle for an extended period of time, the power and water to the appliance should be turned off to conserve energy. If the water heater is installed in a location where it could freeze when not operational, all water must be drained fro...

  • Page 17

    17 before you call for service… troubleshooting tips save time and money! Review the chart on this page first and you may not need to call for service. Problem possible causes what to do rumbling noise water conditions in your home caused a build up of scale or mineral deposits on the heating elemen...

  • Page 18: Replacement Parts.

    Replacement parts. 18 key no. Description 1 dip tube 2 grommet, large grommet, small 3 seal ring, large seal ring, small 4 vacuum valve assembly 5 temperature and pressure relief valve 6 nipple, 3/4" npt x 3" 7 reducer bushing, 3/4" npt x 1" npt 8 knock-out bracket 9 screw, #8 x 3/4" 10 junction box...

  • Page 19: Replacement Parts.

    19 replacement parts. 30-105 gallon models. ....... ........ ....... ....... ........ ....... 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 19 18 17 24 15 14 23 22 25 20 26 7 3.

  • Page 20: Replacement Parts.

    Replacement parts. 15-20 gallon models. ....... ........ ....... 20

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    21 1. Turn off power to the unit. Danger: make certain power to the water heater is “off” before removing any jacket access panel for any reason. Failure to do so could result in property damage, bodily injury, or death. 2. Open a hot water faucet and allow water to flow until the water is cold. 3. ...

  • Page 22

    22 limited warranty marathon electric water heaters exclusive warranty – limitation of liability this limited warranty is the only warranty for this unit given by water heater innovations, a subsidiary of rheem manufacturing company. No one is authorized to make any other warranties on our behalf. A...

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    23 the effective date the effective date of warranty coverage (or the beginning of the applicable warranty periods) is the date of installation of the water heater, if properly documented. If you are not able to provide the documentary proof of the date of original installation, the effective date w...

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    24 owner information name address plumber / mechanical contractor – installer information name address telephone number water heater information model number serial number date of installation for your records notes:.