Using Your Hot Water Tank; Before Using The First Time; Temperature Control; Caring For Your Hot Water Tank - Whirlpool GHWT160JXX2 Instrucciones De Instalación

O-ring
screw

Using Your Hot Water Tank

Before using the first time

Check that installation steps 5-7 were
completed.
The hot water tank can be
permanently damaged if these steps
are not followed.

Temperature control

The water temperature is
thermostatically controlled. It can be
adjusted from "Off" to approximately
190°F (88°C).
To raise or lower the temperature,
turn the Temperature Control. The
"Max" setting is recommended for

Caring For Your Hot Water Tank

Energy-saving tips and preparation for periods
of nonuse
On average, you will use your hot
water tank to heat 7 to 8 cups (1.7 to
1.9 liters) of water per day. This uses
only 19 kilowatt-hours of energy per
month. So it is Not necessary to turn
off the hot water tank each night to
conserve energy.
For short periods (2-30 days of nonuse):
Set the Temperature Control to the
"Off" position to conserve energy.
For long periods of
nonuse (winterizing,
seasonal storage or
protection from
freezing):
1. Turn Temperature Control to the
"Off" position.
2. Unplug hot water tank power
supply cord.
3. Turn faucet, hold and run
water until water is cold.
4. Turn saddle valve handle
clockwise to turn off water supply.
best performance. However, under
certain conditions, it is possible for
the water to boil when the
Temperature Control is set at "Max."
If you see any vapor or hear boiling,
turn Temperature Control to lower
temperature as necessary.
However, if the hot water tank will not
be used for an extended period of
time, follow these instructions:
5. Place a 3-quart (2.8 liter)
minimum container under the
drain plug at the bottom of the tank.
6. Use a screwdriver to remove the
screw and O-ring from the drain
tube.
7. Replace the screw and O-ring in
the drain tube opening. Tighten
the screw to reseal the drain.
When ready to use the tank again,
follow Installation Instruction
steps 5-7, page 6. Do Not Turn
Unit On If Tank Is Empty. Damage
to the unit will result and is not
covered by the warranty.
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