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INSTALLATION

Step 11:

OperaƟ on

The water heater is now ready for
normal operaƟ on. To keep your water
heater working safely and eĸ ciently
and extend its life, perform mainte-
nance according to the schedule on
page 21.

VacaƟ on
To save energy, lower the temperature
seƫ ng on the thermostat(s) if you
plan to be gone for an extended Ɵ me.
Follow the instrucƟ ons in Step 10 for
adjusƟ ng the thermostat to a lower
temperature seƫ ng before you leave
and to properly raise the temperature
seƫ ng when you return.
C AUTION! Hydrogen gas builds up
INSTALLATION used for a long period (two weeks
in a hot water system when it is not

or more). Hydrogen gas is extremely
Ň ammable. If the hot water system
has not been used for two weeks or
more, open a hot water faucet for
several minutes at the kitchen sink
before using any electrical appliances
connected to the hot water system.
Do not smoke or have an open Ň ame
or other igniƟ on source near the fau-
cet while it is open.

Need Assistance?

Call our Technical Assistance Hotline at 1-800-821-2017 .
We can help you with installaƟ on, operaƟ on, troubleshooƟ ng, or maintenance.
Before you call, write down the model and serial number from the
water heater’s data plate.

16 • ResidenƟ al Electric Water Heater Use and Care Guide