Whirlpool Energy Smart 188414 - Manual (Page 3)

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IMPORTANT : Do not remove any permanent instructions,
labels, or the data label from outside of the water heater or
on the inside of panels.
• Remove exterior packaging and place installation
components aside.
• Do not remove the envelope bag containing the
water heater literature from the side of the water
heater.
• Inspect all parts for damage prior to installation and
start-up.
• Completely read and understand all instructions
before attempting to assemble and install this product.
• Replace this manual inside the envelope bag when
installation is complete.
• After installation, dispose of packaging material in
the proper manner.
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, NFPA70. This is available from
the following:
National Fire Protection Agency
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 elec-
tric water heater and provide important safety information
in these areas.
We urge you to read all of the instructions thoroughly be-
fore 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 instal-
lation and operating instructions outlined in this manual.
If you lack the necessary skills required to properly
install this water heater or you have difficulty following
the directions, you should not proceed but have a
qualified person perform the installation of this water
heater.
Examples of a qualified personnel include:
licensed plumbers, authorized electric company person-
nel, and authorized service person.
Massachusetts code requires this water heater to be
installed in accordance with Massachusetts Plumbing
and Fuel Code 248-CMR 2.00: State Plumbing Code and
248-CMR 5.00.
A data plate identifying your water heater can be found
adjacent to the energy smart module. When referring to
your water heater always have the information listed on
the data plate readily available, to include the model and
serial number.
Retain your original receipt as proof of purchase.
Insulation Blankets
The use of an insulation blanket on this water heater is
not needed nor recommended. The purpose of an insula-
tion blanket is to reduce the standby heat loss encoun-
tered with storage tank heaters. Your water heater meets
or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation
Act standards with respect to insulation and standby loss
requirements, making an insulation blanket unnecessary.
Unpacking the Water Heater
Removing Packaging Materials
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
water heater.
Failure to do can result in back or
other injury.