Whirlpool W10123243 Produktinformationsblatt

Residential Electric

Water Heater

Installation

Instructions and

Use & Care Guide

To obtain technical, warranty or service assistance during or

after the installation of this water heater, call toll free

1-877-817-6750

When calling for assistance, please have the following

information ready:

1. Model number

2. 7 Digit product number

3. Serial number

4. Date of installation

5. Place of Purchase

Table of Contents

Page

Water Heater Safety

...............................................................................

Installing Your Water Heater .................................................................

3-8

Unpacking Instructions ...............................................................

Location Requirements ...............................................................

Electrical Requirements ..............................................................

Water System Piping ...................................................................

Installation Checklist

...................................................................

Operating Your Water Heater .............................................................

9-11

Water Temperature Regulation ...................................................

Adjusting the Thermostat/High Limit Control ............................

Operational Conditions .............................................................

Maintenance of Your Water Heater ..................................................

12-13

Trouble Shooting Chart ....................................................

~ ....................

Repair Parts Illustration .........................................................................

Thermostat Wiring Chart and Diagram ..................................................

6510413

W10123243

Janua~ 2007

WATER HEATER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all

safety messages.

This

is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or

"WARNING." These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t

immediately follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t

follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you

what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

Important Safety Instructions

CAUTION: Hydrogen gas is produced in a hot water system served by this heater that has not been used for a long

period of time (2 weeks or more). Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable. To reduce the risk of injury under these

conditions, it is recommended that the hot water faucet be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink before

using any electrical appliance connected to the hot water system. When hydrogen is present, there will probably be

an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe as the water begins to flow. There should be no smoking or

open flame near the faucet at the time it is open.

The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of

substances known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm, and requires

businesses to warn of potential exposure to such substances.

WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other

reproductive harm.

This appliance can cause low-level exposure to some of the substances included in the Act.

OPERATING YOUR WATER HEATER

Before Using Water Temperature Regulation

Make sure the water heater has been properly

installed. See "Installing Your Water Heater" section.

Completely fill the tank with water. (See Figure 2)

After the water heater tank is completely filled with

water, connect electrical power to the water heater.

4. Read the "Water Temperature Regulation" section of

this manual. If the instructions are not clear, contact a

qualified person.

5. Adjust the thermostat to the desired temperature

setting as described under "Adjusting the Thermostat/

High Limit Control" section.

IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to operate this water heater

if the thermostat(s), or surrounding insulation has been

exposed to water in any way. Immediately call a qualified

person to inspect the water heater and replace any

thermostat or insulation that has been exposed to water.

Do not attempt to repair these parts. Water heaters

subjected to flood conditions or any time the thermostat(s)

have been submerged in water require replacement of the

entire water heater.

Safety Shut-off

This water heater is designed to automatically shut-off

in the event that the water temperature exceeds 170°F

or 77°C. A high limit control switch is used to shut off the

power to the elements if the water temperature exceeds

170°F or 77°C. The high limit control switch can be

reset by firmly pushing in the red reset button located on

the thermostat. Follow the instructions under "Adjusting

the Thermostat/High Limit Control", section to properly

reset the high limit control. If the high limit control switch

continues to shut-off the water heater contact a qualified

person for service.

Water temperature over 125°F can cause

severe burns instantly or death from scalds.

Children, disabled and elderly are at highest

risk of being scalded.

Feel water before bathing or showering.

Temperature limiting valves are available.

The thermostat is adjusted to a temperature setting

of 120°F or lower when it is shipped from the factory.

Water temperature can be regulated by adjusting the

thermostat to the preferred setting as shown in "Adjusting

the Thermostat/High Limit Control." The preferred starting

point is 120°F. There is a hot water scald potential if the

thermostat is set too high.

IMPORTANT: Adjusting the thermostat past 120°F on the

thermostat will increase the risk of scald injury in the times

shown below.

Water

Time for 1st

Time for

Permanent Burns

Temperature °F Degree Burn

(Less Severe Bums)

2nd & 3rd Degree

(Most Severe Bums)

110

(normal shower temp.)

116

(pain threshold)

116

35 minutes

45 minutes

122

1 minute

5 minutes

131 5 seconds

25 seconds

140

2 seconds

5 seconds

149

1 second

2 seconds

154

instantaneous

1 seconds

(U.S. Government Memorandum, C.P.S.C., Peter L Armstrong, Sept. 15,1978)

NOTE: During low demand periods when hot water is not

being used, a lower thermostat setting will reduce energy

losses and may satisfy your normal hot water needs. If hot

water use is expected to be more than normal, a higher

thermostat setting may be required to meet the increased

demand.

When leaving your home for extended periods (vacations,

etc.) turn the thermostat to its lowest setting. This will

maintain the water at low temperatures with minimum

energy losses and prevent the tank from freezing during

cold weather.

Adjusting the Thermostat/High Limit Control

This water heater is equipped with one or more adjustable temperature regulating thermostats and a manual reset high

limit control. The following procedures must be performed when changing the temperature of the stored water or resetting

the high limit control. Upper and lower thermostats must be adjusted to the same temperature.

IMPORTANT: Before attempting to adjust the thermostat, make sure you read the section of "Water

Temperature

Regulation" section. If the instructions are not clear, contact a qualified person.

Disconnect the electric power.

Remove the access cover(s) and fold up the insulation from the thermostat(s). Do not remove the plastic cover.

Using a screwdriver to adjust the thermostat pointer, set the thermostat(s) to the desired water temperature.

Be sure the RED reset button (High Limit Control) is pushed in. If needed, push in firmly to reset.

4. Fold the insulation down, making sure the thermostat(s) are well covered. Replace the access cover(s).

5. Reconnect power.

FInure 10 Insulation

Thermostat/High Limit Control

T~rmostat

(Shown Folded)

IIII

~"’ Red ~...~ .~ ~

B..on

Access

Insulation

(Shown Folded)

hermostat

150~ l’~ Pointer

Double

Element

Heater

Thermostat

Setting

Door

Single

Element

Heater

Insulation

..(Shown Folded)

Access

Cover

Operational Conditions

Anode RodNVater 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.

Once the anode is depleted, the tank will start to corrode,

eventually developing a leak. Certain water conditions will

cause a reaction between this rod and the water. The most

common complaint associated with the anode rod is a "rotten

egg smell" produced from the presence of hydrogen sulfide

gas dissolved in the water.

IMPORTANT: Do not remove this rod permanently as it will

void any warranties. The parts list includes a special anode

that can be ordered if water odor or discoloration occurs.

NOTE: This rod may reduce but not eliminate water odor

problems. The water supply system may require special

filtration equipment from a water conditioning company to

successfully eliminate all water odor problems.

Artificially softened water is exceedingly corrosive because

the process substitutes sodium ions for magnesium and

calcium ions. The use of a water softener may decrease the

life of the water heater tank.

The anode rod should be removed from the water heater

tank every 3 years for inspection. The following are typical

(but not all) signs of a depleted anode rod:

The majority of the rods diameter is less than

318".

Significant sections of the support wire (approx. 1/3 or

more of the anode rod’s length) are visible.

If the anode rod show signs of either or both it should be

replaced.

NOTE: Whether reinstalling or

replacing the anode rod, check for

any leaks and immediately correct if

found.

In replacing the anode:

1. Turn off power to the water

heater.

Shut off the water supply and

open a nearby hot water faucet

to depressurize the water tank.

Drain approximately 5 gallons

of water from tank (Refer to the

"Draining and Flushing" section

for proper procedures). Close

drain valve.

Remove old anode rod.

Use Teflon

tape or approved

pipe sealant on threads and

install new anode rod.

Figure 11:

Anode

iodiepletion

Exposed

*--Support

Wire

Anode

Exposed II

Support~l

Wire u

Turn on water supply and open nearby hot water faucet

to purge air from water system. Check for any leaks and

immediately correct any if found.

Restart the water heater as directed under the

"Operating Your Water Heater" section. See the "Repair

Parts Illustration" section for anode rod location.

~I-EFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.

Water Heater Sounds

During the normal operation of the water heater, sounds or

noises may be heard. These noises are common and may

result from the following:

1. Normal expansion and contraction of metal parts

during periods of heat-up and cool-down.

2. Sediment buildup in the tank bottom will create

varying amounts of noise and may cause premature

tank failure. Drain and flush the tank as directed under

the "Draining and Flushing" section.

Stacking

Stacking occurs when a series of short draws of hot water

(3 gallons or less) are taken from the water heater tank.

This causes increased cycling of the heater elements and

can result in increased water temperatures at the hot water

outlet. An anti-scald device is recommended in the hot

water supply line to reduce the risk of scald injury.

MAINTENANCE OF YOUR WATER HEATER

Temperature and Pressure

Relief Valve

Explosion Hazard

If the temperature and pressure relief valve

is dripping or leaking, have a qualified

person replace it.

Examples of a qualified person include:

licensed plumbers, authorized gas company

personnel, and authorized service

personnel.

Do not plug valve.

Do not remove valve.

Failure to follow these instructions can

result in death or explosion.

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), slowly lift and

release the lever

handle on the

Figure 12

Temperature and Pressure

Relief Valve

Manual Relief

Discharge line to drain

temperature and pressure relief valve to allow the valve to

operate freely and return to its closed position. If the valve

fails to completely reset and continues to release water,

immediately disconnect the electrical power, close the cold

water inlet valve and call a qualified person.

Draining and Flushing

The water heater should be drained if being shut down

during freezing temperatures. 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:

Disconnect the electrical power to the water heater.

Open a hot water faucet until water is no longer hot.

Close the cold water inlet valve and open a hot water

faucet.

Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate it to an

adequate drain.

Open the water heater drain valve and the nearest

hot water faucet. Allow all the water to drain from the

tank. Flush the tank with water as needed to remove

sediment.

Close the drain valve and completely refill the water

heater tank.

7. Reconnect electrical power to the water heater.

If the water heater is going to be shut down for an extended

period, the drain valve should be left open.

Heating Element Replacement

Electric Shock Hazard

Disconnect power before

servicing.

Replace all parts and panels

before operating.

Failure to do so can result in

death or electrical shock.

Replacement heating elements must be of the same style

and voltage/wattage rating as the ones presently in the

water heater. This information can be found on the flange

or terminal block of the element or on the water heater data

plate.

Disconnect the electrical power to the water heater.

Drain the water heater as directed in the "Draining

and Flushing" section.

3. Remove the access cover(s). Fold up the insulation

from the heater element(s). Remove the plastic

thermostat cover from the thermostat(s) making sure to

disengage the attachment point from the thermostat.

4. Disconnect the electrical wires from the heating

element(s) by loosening the screws (Figure 13).

Remove the screw-in element(s) by turning the

element(s) counterclockwise with a 1-1/2 inch socket

wrench. Remove the existing gasket(s).

Figure 13 Figure 14

Element

Screw-in

Element

Holdir

Spud~

Gasket

Clean the area where the gasket(s)fits to the tank. If

you are replacing the bottom element, remove the

accumulated sediment on the bottom of the tank.

Make sure the replacement element(s) has the correct

voltage and wattage r, ating by matching it to the rating

plate on the water heater. Position the new gasket(s)

on the element and insert it into the water heater

tank (Figure 14). Tighten the element by turning it

clockwise until secure.

Close the drain valve. Open the nearest hot water

faucet and allow the tank to fill completely with water.

12.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

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. Reconnect the electrical wires to the element and

securely tighten the screws. Replace the plastic

thermostat cover making sure the attachment points

are engaged on the thermostat.

10. Replace the access cover(s).

11. Make certain the tank is filled with water. Applying

electric current to heater elements not submerged in

water will destroy them.

Reconnect electrical power to the water heater.

PROBLEM

NO HOT WATER

INSUFFICIENT HOT WATER

POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

No power to heater

High Temperature Limit Switch open

Non-Functioning upper thermostat

Non-Functioning thermostats

Non-Functioning lower element

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Turn on electrical switch. Checkfor blown fuses

or tripped breaker

Reset. Check for source of trouble and correct

Replace thermostat

Replace thermostats

Replace element

Improper calibration

Thermostats set too low

Sediment or lime in tank

Heater too small for job

Wrong piping ce[~nections

Leaking faucets ....

Wasted hot water

10.

Long runs of exposed pipe

Replace thermostats

Set thermostats to desired temperature

Drain. Determine if water treatment is needed

Install adequate water heater

Correct piping

Repair faucets

Advise customer

10.

Insulate piping

HIGH OPERATION COSTS

11.

Hot water piping on outside wall

Improper Calibration

Thermostats set too high

Sediment or lime in tank

Heater too small for job

Wrong piping connections

Leaking faucets

Wasted hot water

Long runs of exposed piping

Hot water piping in exposed wall

Non-Functioning upper element

Non-Functioning lower element

11.

Insulat

" piping

Replace thermostats

Set thermostat to desired setting

Drain. Flush-Provide water treatment if needed

Install adequate heater

Correct piping

Repair faucets

Advise customer

Insulate piping

SLOW HOT

WATER

1. 1.

Replace element

RECOVERY

Replace element

DRIP FROM RELIEF VALVE

Excessive water pressure

Use Pressure Reducing Valve and Pressure

Relief Valve

Closed system

See "Closed System/Thermal Expansion" section

THERMOSTAT DOES NOT

Non-Functioning thermostats

Replace thermostats

SHUT OFF

Improper calibration

Replace thermostats

WATER ODOR

Sulfides in the water

See "Anode Rod/Water Odor" section

REPAIR PART ILLUSTRATION

ALTERNATE

T&P

LOCATION

.._-@

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 product number

2. Item number

3. Parts description

REPAIR PARTS LIST

ITEM

PARTS DESCRIPTION

NO.

ACCESS DOORS

THERMOSTAT COVERS (UPPER & LOWER)

UPPER THERMOSTAT ¯

LOWER TH ERMOSTAT ¯

ELEMENT

ELEMENT GASKET

TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURE RELIEF VALVES ¯

HEAT TRAPS

DIP TUBE

HEAT TRAP/DIP TUBE COMBINATION

ANODE ROD ¯

HEATTRAP/ANODE ROD COMBINATION ¯

JUNCTION BOX COVER

DRAIN VALVE

LEGEND

Special anode rod (See "Anode Rod/VVater Odor" section)

Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve is required, but may not

be factory installed.

Specify thermostat type when ordering

THERMOSTAT WIRING DIAGRAM

ELE~AL

GROUND

GROtIND

GR~N9

GROUND

SCREW

BRANCH CIRCUIT SIZING GUIDE

WATT

LOAD

Based on N.E.C. NFPA NO, 70- 1999

Recommend Copper Wire Size

Over Current

AWG Based on N.E.C.

Protection Rating Table 310 -16 (60°C)

120

208

240

120

208 240

VVV

1500"

12 14

2000

15 10

2500

30 15

14 14

3000

15 8 12

3500

4000

4500

25 10 10

5000

" 30

5500

8 10

6000

9000

50 45

6 6

12000

70 60

Wattages less than 1500 may be wired 14 gauge with 15 amp

protection

Manufactured under license by American Water Heater Company, Tennessee.

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