Whirlpool EE2H40RD045V - Manuals

5 Water System Piping Piping Installation Piping, fittings, and valves should be installed according to the installation drawing (Figure 2). If the indoor installation area is subject to freezing temperatures, the water piping must be protected by insulation. Water supply pressure should not exceed ...

Temperature and PressureRelief Valve For protection against excessive pressures and temperatures, a temperature and pressure relief valve must be installed in the opening marked “T & P RELIEF VALVE” (See Figure 5). Caution: To reduce the risk of excessive pressures and temperatures in this water...

Important: Only a new temperature and pressure relief valve should be used with your water heater. Do not use an old or existing valve as it may be damaged or not adequate for the working pressure of the new water heater. Do not place any valve between the relief valve and the tank. The Temperature ...

Installation Checklist Water Heater Location ! Centrally located with the water piping system. ! Located indoors and in a vertical position. ! Protected from freezing temperatures. ! Provisions made to protect the area from water damage. ! Drain pan installed and piped into an adequate drain. ! Suff...

Important: Operation of this water heater without access doors or insulation could result in much higher water temperatures than the desired set point, increasing the risk of scald injury. Do not operate water heater with the access doors or insulation removed. Access Doors Water Heater Start-Up 1. ...

Figure 7Temperature ControlSystem Water Temperature Adjustment The water temperature can be adjusted from 80°F to 150°F. Use the temperature control knob to change to the desired temperature. Operating Mode Descriptions 1. Smart Mode - The controller operates the water heater to maintain the custome...

11 Operation Conditions Anode Rod/Water Odor Each water heater contains at least one anode rod, which will slowly deplete while protecting the glass-lined tank from corrosion and prolonging the life of the water heater. Certain water conditions will cause a reaction between this rod and the water. O...

12 Draining and Flushing It is recommended that the tank be drained and flushed every 6 months to remove sediment which may buildup during operation. To drain the tank perform the following steps: 1. Turn off the power to water heater. 2. Close the cold water inlet valve and open a nearby hot water ...

7. Close the drain valve. Open the nearest hot water faucet and allow the tank to fill completely with water. To purge the lines of any excess air and sediment, keep the hot water faucet open for 3 minutes after a constant flow of water is obtained. 8. Check for leaks around the element(s). 9. Conne...

14 Diagnostic Code Chart DIAGNOSTIC LIGHT CORRECTIVE ACTION * LIGHT ON INDICATES No power to control board or diagnosticlight burned out Normal operation NO LIGHT 1 FLASH 2 FLASHES Power on with no water in tank Water temperature exceeded high limit 3 FLASHES Sensor failure 4 FLASHES Upper element c...

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