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Hubbell Electric Heater Company 238-44422-00L manual

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    238-44422-00L REV 3/12 ELECTRIC WATER HEATER THE WARRANTY ON THIS WATER HEATER IS IN EFFECT ONLY WHEN THE WATER HEATER IS INSTALLED AND OPERATED IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES AND THESE INSTRUCTIONS. THE MANUFACTURER OF THIS HEATER WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE RESULTING FROM FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS. READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS TH[...]

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    2 TABLE OF CONTENTS General Info rmation ........................................................ 3 Installati on ....................................................................... 4 Locating The Wate r Heater ......................................... 4 Water Connect ions ...................................................... 6 Electrical Conn[...]

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    3 GENERAL INFORMATION This electric water heater’s design is certified by INTERTEK (ETL) and listed in accordance with UL 174. CETL listed in accordance with Canadian National Standard C22.2, No. 110-M90. Water heaters with a capacity of 19 gallons through 119 gallons are evaluated by INTERTEK in accordanc e with Part 280.707(d) (1) of HUD Mobile[...]

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    4 General Information continued- A sacrificial anode is used to extend tank life. Removal of this anode, for any reason, will nullify the warranty. In ar eas where water is unusually active, an odor may occur at the hot water faucet due to a reaction between the sacrificial anode and impurities in the water. If this should happen, an alternative an[...]

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    5 Locating The Water Hea ter continued- DO NOT locate the w ater heater w here water lines could be subjected to freezing temperatures. Locate the w ater heater so that access panels and drain valves are accessible. Some models are not equipped with a drain valve. For those models, inst all a drain tee in the cold water inlet as close as practical [...]

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    6 Water Connections NOTE: BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE INSTALLATION, CLOSE THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY VALVE. After shutting the main water supply valve, open a faucet to relieve the water line pressure to prevent any water from leaking out of the pipes while making the water connections to the water heater. After the pressure has been relieved, close the [...]

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    7 Water Connections continue d- WARNING For protection against excessive temperatures and pressure, install temperature and pressure protective equipment required by local codes, but not less than a combination temperature and pressure relief valve certified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory that maintains periodic inspection of product[...]

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    8 Water Connections continue d- WARNING Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot water system served by this w ater heater that has not been used for a long period of time (generally two w eeks or more). Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable. To reduce the risk of injury under these conditions, it is recommended that the hot w ater faucet be opened for [...]

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    9 Water Connections continue d- This water heater can deliver scalding te mperature water at any faucet in the system. Be careful whenever using hot water to avoid scalding injury. Certain appliances, such as dishwashers and automatic clothes washers, may require increased temperature water. By setting the thermostat on this water heater to obtain [...]

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    10 Water Connections continue d- Upright Models (See Figures 1A & 1B) The hot and cold water connections are identified on the top of the water heater (See figure 1A). For bottom inlet models (-503 models), the cold water inlet is located on the side of the drain valve (see figure 1B). Connect the hot and cold water lines to the installed nippl[...]

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    11 Water Connections continue d- Utility Models (See Figure 2) All utility models are supplied with inlet and outlet nipples located in a plastic bag attached to the water heater. The hot and cold water locations are identified on the side of the water heater. Apply appropriate amount of thread sealant to the provided nipples and install nipples in[...]

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    12 Water Connections continue d- Table Top Models (See Figure 3) The hot water outlet and cold water inlet are identified on the back panel of the water heater. Referring to figure 3, remove the two screws that are holdi ng the service access panel in place. Remove front panel for access. Wedge a flat bladed screwdriver into the front joint between[...]

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    13 Electrical Connections Before any electrical connections are made, be sure that the water heater is full of water and that the manual shut-off valve in the cold water supply line is open. Check the rating plate and wiring diagram before proceeding. This electric water heater was built and wired in accordance with the INTERTEK testing approvals r[...]

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    14 GENERAL OPERATION When the switch is closed, the operati on of this electric water heater is automatic. The thermostats are preset to the “HOT” setting to provide a water temperature of approximately 120°F (49°C) to reduce the risk of scald injury. Care must be taken whenever using hot water to avoid scalding injury. Certain appliances req[...]

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    15 Thermostat Adjustment The temperature of the water can be c hanged by adjusting the thermostat(s). Before any work is done on the wate r heater, disconnect all power to the water heater by opening the switch at the main electrical circuit breaker or fuse box. Remove the access panels or front panel on table tops, fold the insulation outward away[...]

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    16 MAINTENANCE Shut off the electric power whenever t he water supply to the water heater is off. Shut off the electric power and water supply, drain the water heater completely to prevent freezing w henever the building is left unoccupied during the cold weather months. In order to insure efficient operation and long tank life, drain the water hea[...]

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    17 Maintenance c ontinued- 3. At least once a year, check the combination temperature and pressure relief valve to insure that the valv e has not become encrusted with lime. Lift the lever at the top of the tem perature-pressure relief valve several times until the valve seats properly without leaking and operates freely. 4. If the combination temp[...]

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    18 Maintenance continue d- Contact your local plumbing supplier or plumbing professional for replacement parts or contact the company at the address displayed on the rating plate of the water heater. For faster and better service, pleas e provide the part name, model, and serial number(s) of the water heater(s) when ordering parts. READ THE WARRANT[...]

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