Whirlpool 4 - Manuals

5 Water supply pressure should be around 50 to 60 psi and should not exceed 80 psi. If this occurs, a pressure reducing valve should be installed in the cold water inlet line. This should be placed on the supply to the entire house in order to maintain equal hot and cold water pressures. IMPORTANT :...

6 Please note the following: DO NOT install this water heater with iron piping. The system should be installed only with piping that is suitable for potable (drinkable) water such as copper, CPVC, or polyethylene (PEX). DO NOT use PVC water piping. DO NOT use any pumps, valves, or fi ttings that are...

7 The Temperature & Pressure Relief Valve: • Must be connected to an adequate discharge line. • Must not be in contact with any electrical part. • Must not be rated higher than the working pressure shown on the data plate of the water heater. The Discharge Line: • Must not be smaller than the pi...

9 Water Heater Location □ Centrally located with the water piping system. □ The fl ooring beneath the water heater must be able to support the weight of the water heater when fi lled with water. □ Located indoors and in a vertical position. Protected from freezing temperatures. □ Provisions made to ...

10 Water Heater Start-Up 1. Carefully read and understand the section, “Water Temperature Regulation” section of this manual. If the instructions are not clear, contact a quali fi ed person. 2. Make sure the water heater has been properly installed. See “Installing Your Water Heater” section. 3. Com...

11 Operating Mode Descriptions The operating modes can be changed by touching the desired mode icon on the Energy Smart ® Module (See Figure 10). NOTE: All buttons on the Energy Smart ® Module are touch sensitive and require only a light touch to actuate. Adjusting the Energy Smart ® Module/Operatio...

12 The Electronic Thermostat IMPORTANT: The Energy Smart ® Module (ESM) must be removed before attempting to access the thermostat. NOTE: for the Electronic Thermostat (ET) changes to re- main in effect the Energy Smart ® Module (ESM) must not be reconnected, also read the “Water Temperature Regu- l...

13 Smart Grid Technology The electric Smart Grid will enable signi fi cant improvements in electric power reliability and quality through reduction of peak power demand, while providing consumers the knowledge and ability to manage their energy consumption and utility costs. According to the Departm...

14 Operational Conditions Anode Rod/Water Odor Each water heater contains at least one anode rod, which will slowly deplete (due to electrolysis) prolonging the life of the water heater by protecting the glass-lined tank from corrosion. Adverse water quality, hotter water temperatures, high hot wate...

15 Manually operate the temperature and pressure relief valve at least once a year to make sure it is working properly. To prevent water damage, the valve must be properly connected to a discharge line which terminates at an adequate drain.Standing clear of the outlet (discharged water may be hot), ...

16 Heating Element Replacement Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. WARNING Replacement heating elements must be of the same style and voltage/wattage rating as the ones origi...

17 *These instructions are brief and intended as guidance for a quali fi ed person. If you lack the necessary skills to perform these procedures call 1-877-817-6750 for assistance. Diagnostic Code Chart Energy Smart ® Module (ESM) (ESM) ERROR CODE INDICATES CORRECTIVE ACTION* E01 with an alert Icon ...

21 Troubleshooting Chart PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION* NO HOT WATER 1. No power to heater.2. High temperature limit shut-down.3. Defective sensor. 1. Refer to “E02” of Diagnostic Code Chart- page 17.2. Refer to “E03 or E07” of Diagnostic Code Chart- page 17.3. Refer to “No Light” of D...

22 REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 7 8 10 11 12 13 9 10 11 14 15 Repair Parts Repair parts may be ordered through your plumber,local distributor, home improvement center, or by calling 1-877-817-6750 . When ordering repair parts, always give the following information:1. Model, serial and pro...

23 ELECTRONIC THERMOSTAT (ET) FUSED DISCONNECT OR CIRCUIT BREAKER L 1 L 3 L 4 T 4 T 2 TEMPERATURE SENSOR UPPER ELEMENT LOWER ELEMENT 319165-001G ENERGY SMART MODULE (ESM) GROUND SCREW ELECTRICAL SERVICE GROUND RED BLACK BLUE BLUE BLACK YELLOW ON JUNCTION BOX COVER BLACK - 5 WIRES BLACK - 2 WIRES 120...