Whirlpool SG1J4040T3NOV 5K - Manual

5 IMPORTANT: The water heater should be located in an area where leakage of the tank or connections will not result in damage to the area adjacent to the water heater or to lower floors of the structure. Due to the normal corrosive action of the water, the tank will eventually leak after an extended...

6 Gas Supply Gas Requirements IMPORTANT: Read the data plate to be sure the water heater is made for the type of gas you will be using in your home. This information will be found on the data plate located near the gas control valve/thermostat. If the information does not agree with the type of gas ...

7 Nominal Iron Pipe Length of Pipe, Feet Size, in. 1/23/4 1 1-1/41-1/2 132278520 10501600 92 190350730 1100 73 152285590890 63 130245500760 56 115 215440670 50 105195400610 4696 180370560 4390 170350530 4084 160320490 3879 150305460 3472 130275410 3164 120250380 2859 110 225350 2655 100210320 10 20 ...

8 Unconfined Space A water heater in an unconfined space uses indoor air for combustion and requires at least 50 cubic feet for each 1,000 BTUH of the total input for all gas appliances. The table below shows a few examples of the minimum square footage (area) required for various BTUH inputs. 30,00...

9 Direct tooutdoors Vertical ducts Horizontal ducts Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 Table 3 Minimum Free Area of Permanent Openings for Ventilation andCombustion Air Supply - All Air from Outdoors Only. Based on the total BTUH input rating for all gas utilizing equipmentwithin the confined space. Opening...

12 Water System Piping Piping Installation Piping, fittings, and valves should be installed according to the installation drawing (Figure 13). If the indoor installation area is subject to freezing temperatures, the water piping must be protected by insulation. Water supply pressure should not excee...

13 Closed System/Thermal Expansion Periodic discharge of the temperature and pressure relief valve may be due to thermal expansion in a closed water supply system. The water utility supply meter may contain a check valve, backflow preventer or water pressure reducing valve. This will create a closed...

14 Figure 16Typical Tempering Valve InstallationCombination Space Heating/PotableWater Heating System Drain Pan Drain Unions TemperingValve Coil Air Handler Shut-off Valve To Air Handler Massachusetts codedoes not allow thistype of installation. Pump Flow Control Valve In Out Domestic Hot Water Out ...

15 Installation Checklist Water Heater Location □ Centrally located with the water piping system. Located as close to the gas piping and vent pipe system as possible. □ Located indoors and in a vertical position. Protected from freezing temperatures. □ Proper clearances from combustible surfaces mai...

16 OPERATING YOUR WATER HEATER Lighting Instructions Read and understand these directions thoroughly before attempting to light or re-light the pilot. Make sure the viewport is not missing or damaged. (See Figure 23) Make sure the tank is completely filled with water before lighting the pilot. Check...

17 Checking the Draft After successfully lighting the water heater, allow the unit to operate for 15 minutes and check the drafthood relief opening for proper draft. Make sure all other appliances in the area are operating and all doors are closed when performing the draft test. Pass a match flame a...

18 Operating the Temperature Control System Water Temperature Adjustment The water temperature can be adjusted from 110°F to 150°F. Turn the Gas Control/Temperature Knob to the desired setting/temperature. Operating Modes and Settings • Standard Mode - The controller adjusts the water heater to main...

19 Operational Conditions Condensation Moisture from the products of combustion condenses on the tank surface and the outside jacket of the water heater and forms drops of water which may fall onto the burner or other hot surfaces. This will produce a “sizzling” or “frying” noise. NOTE: This condens...

20 MAINTENANCE OF YOUR WATER HEATER Draining and Flushing It is recommended that the tank be drained and flushed every 6 months to remove sediment which may build up during operation. The water heater should be drained if being shut down during freezing temperatures. To drain the tank, perform the f...

21 Replacement Parts IMPORTANT: The following maintenance procedures are for the Flame Lock ™ Safety System components and should be performed by a qualified person. Replacement parts may be ordered through your plumber or the local distributor. Parts will be shipped at prevailing prices and billed ...

22 Replacing the Pilot Assembly 1. Remove the manifold assembly as directed previously. 2. Remove the retainer clip from the back of the two piece wire connector and remove the two piece wire connector from the manifold door (Figure 25). 3. Locate and remove the screws on the underside of the burner...

24 Removing and Replacing the Gas Control Valve/Thermostat IMPORTANT: The gas control valve/thermostat is a standard valve with wire leads that connect to a thermal switch. Removing the Gas Valve:1. Turn the gas control/temperature knob to the “OFF” position (Figure 19). 2. Turn off the gas at the m...

26 ThermalSwitch Thermal Switch Location PILOT LIGHT TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Have you bled all the air from the pilot tube and gas supply line? NO While repeatedly depressing the igniter button, push in and hold the gas control/temperature knob until the pilot is lit and maintains a stable flame, (sta...

27 REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION 1 2 3 4 8 5 10 11 9 7 6 Item No. Parts Description 1 DRAFTHOOD 2 REDUCER RING - SOME MODELS 3 FLUE BAFFLE 4 HEAT TRAP (COLD) - SOME MODELS 5 HEAT TRAP (HOT) - SOME MODELS 6 COLD WATER DIP TUBE 7 ANODE ROD 8 TEMPERATURE & PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE(LOCATED TOP OR SIDE) 9 D...

28 Listed Parts Kits and Illustrations Item 12: Pilot assembly kit, which contains the pilot assembly, thermopile, and retainer clip (Natural Gas) Item 13: Burner (Natural Gas/Low Nox) Item 14: Manifold door assembly which contains the manifold tube, gasket, door, pilot tube, thermopile, two piece w...