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Envirosense ® PDV ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS In addition to the installation instructions found in this notification, the water heater must be installed in accordance with all local and provincial codes or, in absence of local and provincial codes, with the latest edition of the “Canadian Electrical Code”. The requirements of these documents must be carefully followed in all cases. Authorities having jurisdiction shall be consulted before installations are made. Important: Installation and service must be performed by a qualified service technician. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS NOTIFICATION MAY RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. THOROUGHLY READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT TO INSTALL, OPERATE OR MAINTAIN THE HEATER. GSW Water Heating A Division of A. O.Smith Enterprises Ltd. 599 Hill Street West Fergus, Ontario N1M 2X1 1-888-479-8324 www.gsw-wh.com WARNING 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. When making the electrical connections, always make sure: • The voltage and frequency correspond to that specified on the water heater data plate on the front of the water heater. • The electrical supply has the proper overload fuse or breaker protection. • Wire sizes and connections comply with all applicable codes. • Wiring is enclosed in approved conduit (if required by local codes). • The water heater and electrical supply are properly grounded. Product Notification CAN044 Page 2 of 5 July 2009
This water heater may be hard wired or have a proper, three-prong polarized plug (with a maximum 12’ (365 cm) cord) installed and plugged directly into an electrical socket – do not use an extension cord. Note: Always reference the wiring diagram in the most current revision of the product manual for the correct electrical connections. If hard wiring the water heater: 1. Shut off the power at the electrical service box. 2. Loosen the screws securing the cover to the junction box. 3. Pull wire ends into the junction box. 4. Connect the electrical supply to the water heater in accordance with local utility requirements and codes. Use only a dedicated electrical circuit containing a properly sized fuse or circuit breaker. Maximum overload protection should not exceed 15 amperes. 5. Place the wiring connections in the junction box and replace the cover. 6. Connect this circuit (directly from the electrical service box) to an electrical disconnect switch. 7. Ground the water heater by connecting the electrical service ground wire to the green ground wire (provided). GSW Water Heating A Division of A. O.Smith Enterprises Ltd. 599 Hill Street West Fergus, Ontario N1M 2X1 1-888-479-8324 www.gsw-wh.com Note: The power supply to this water heater must be properly polarized (120 Volts from the hot lead (black) to ground and 0 Volts from the neutral lead (white) to ground), otherwise the unit will not operate. 8. After making all electrical connections, completely fill the tank with water and check all connections for leaks. Open the nearest hot water faucet and let it run for 3 minutes to purge the water lines of air and sediment and ensure complete filling of the tank. The electrical power may then be turned on. If installing a three-prong plug for the water heater: 1. Loosen the screws securing the cover to the junction box. 2. Pull wire ends into the junction box. 3. Insert the wiring for the three-prong plug into the junction box. Product Notification CAN044 Page 3 of 5 July 2009
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