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Manual Whirlpool 188414

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  • Whirlpool 188414 - page 1

    PAG E T able Of Contents Water Heater Safety .......................................................................... 2 Installing Your Electric Water Heater ................................................ 3-8 Unpacking Instructions ................................................................ 3 Location Requirements ......................... ...

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    2 The California Safe Drinking Water and T oxic 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 ...

  • Whirlpool 188414 - page 3

    Consumer Information National Fire Protection Agency 1 Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02269 American National Standards Institute 1430 Broadway New Y ork, NY 10018 Check your phone listings for the local authorities having jurisdiction over your installation. Consumer Responsibilities A data plate identifying your water heater can be found adjacent t ...

  • Whirlpool 188414 - page 4

    Location Requirements Site location Select a location near the center of the water piping system. It must be installed indoors and in a vertical position on a level surface. The water heater should be located in an area not subject to freezing temperatures. Water heaters located in unconditioned spaces (i.e., attics, basements, etc.) may require th ...

  • Whirlpool 188414 - page 5

    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 80% of the working pressure of the water heater. T ...

  • Whirlpool 188414 - page 6

    T emperature and Pressure Relief Valve For protection against excessive pressures and temperatures, a temperature and pressure relief valve must be installed in the opening marked “T & P RELIEF VAL VE” (See Figure 5). Caution: T o reduce the risk of excessive pressures and temperatures in this water heater, install temperature and pressure ...

  • Whirlpool 188414 - page 7

    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 & Pressure Relief V alve: ! Must be connected ...

  • Whirlpool 188414 - page 8

    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. ! Sufficient clearance to service the water heater. Wate ...

  • Whirlpool 188414 - page 9

    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 St art-Up 1. Before operating the water heater, make sure the ...

  • Whirlpool 188414 - page 10

    Figure 7 Temperature Control System Water T emperature 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 customer’s selected temperature. 2. Energy Smart ...

  • Whirlpool 188414 - page 11

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

  • Whirlpool 188414 - page 12

    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. T o 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 faucet. 3. Connect a hose to the drain valve and ...

  • Whirlpool 188414 - page 13

    7. Close the drain valve. Open the nearest hot water faucet and allow the tank to fill completely with water. T o 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. Connect the electric wires to the heater element. Make ...

  • Whirlpool 188414 - page 14

    14 Diagnostic Code Chart DIAGNOSTIC LIGHT CORRECTIVE ACTION * LIGHT ON INDICATES No power to control board or diagnostic light 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 circuit failure 1. Remove power 2. Check element c ...

  • Whirlpool 188414 - page 15

    15 © 2003 American W ater Heater Company . All Rights Res erved. Printed in the U.S.A. ® Registered trademark/TM Trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A ENERGY SMART is a trademark of American W ater Heater Company used under license. Repair Parts Repair parts may be ordered through your plumber, local distributor, home improvement center , or by calling 1 ...

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