American Water Heater NRESS00408 User Manual
Residential Electric Lowboy
All residential electric water heaters have
the Fused Ceramic Shield lining, a tough,
thick, durable coating of ceramic that is
fused to the tank’s interior surface at 1600˚F,
forming a corrosion-resistant lining for years
of dependable protection and use.
• Dual Heating Elements
Screw-in, direct immersion, 4500-watt, 240-volt heating elements for
maximum e ciency.
• Non-CFC Foam Insulation
The tank is surrounded by a thick coat of non-CFC polyurethane foam
to trap heat inside the tank, saving energy.
• Heat Traps
Provided for inlet and outlet to reduce heat loss during standby.
• Dip Tube
Carries cold inlet water deep into the tank to minimize temperature
dilution of hot water.
• T&P Valve
Conveniently located on the side of the tank to facilitate piping to a
drain or external to the building. Also available with top T&P opening
for eld installed top T&P valve.
• 3/4” Water Connections
Located on top.
• Anode Rod
Top-mounted, heavy-duty anode for added tank protection, extending
the life of the tank.
• Built-In Electric Junction Box
Top-located, convenient junction box, ready for 1/2” or 3/4” conduit.
• Thermostat/High Limit Control
Combination control allows adjustment of water temperature while
preventing overheat protection.
• Code Approvals
Listed to UL 174, 1987 NAECA current requirements, BOCA and
ASHRAE 90.1-1999. All models are certi ed at 300 PSI test pressure and
150 PSI working pressure.
• Drain Valve
Child-resistant, corrosion-resistant drain valve.
6-Year Limited Tank/Parts Warranty*
*
For complete warranty information consult the written warranty of American Water Heaters found at www.americanwaterheater.com, or call (800) 999-9515.
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NRESS00408
Residential Electric Lowboy
T&P VALVE
ACCESS
PAN EL
ACCESS
PAN EL
DRAIN
VALV E
HEIGHT TO HEIGHT TO
GPH JACKET TOP OF SIDE T&P APPROX.
GALLON RECOVERY DIAMETER HEATER VALVE SHIPPING
MODEL NUMBER CAPACITY 90° RISE EF A B C WEIGHT
E61-19L-045DV 19 20.7 N/A 16 31-1/4 24-1/4 60
E61-40L-045DV*** 38 20.7 0.92 22 31-5/8 24-1/4 113
E61-50L-045DV*** 46.5 20.7 0.91 24 31-5/8 24-1/4 133
E62-30L-045DV 28 20.7 0.93 22 29-1/2 22-1/2 84
E62-40L-045DV 38 20.7 0.92 24 31-5/8 24-1/4 113
E62-50L-045DV 46.5 20.7 0.91 26 31-5/8 24-1/4 133
To order single element substitute “S” for “D” in model number. Delete “V” from model number for top T&P option, T&P opening on top of the heater with the valve shipped in
the box for eld installation. All models include internal heat traps. Dimensions and speci cations subject to change without notice in accordance with our policy of continuous
product improvement. Dimensions on all charts shown in inches. All models are wired for non-simultaneous element operation. 3/4” water connection located on top. Top water
connections are on 8” centers. ***Supplied with insulating jacket.
ANODE
JUNCTION
BOX
T&P VALVE
Speci cation
Residential electric water heater(s) shall be Lowboy model ____________ as manufactured by American Water Heaters, or an approved equal, and shall have a ______
-year tank warranty and a ______ -year parts warranty, when installed in a residential application. Heater(s) shall have a storage capacity of ______ gallons and shall have
a rated input of __________ KW at __________ Volts, single phase, 60 cycle AC, and shall be designed, tested and listed in accordance with Underwriter’s Laboratories
standard UL 174. Heaters shall meet or exceed the requirements of the Federal “National Appliance Energy Conservation Act of 1987” and shall comply with ASHRAE
Standard 90.1-1999. The interior of the storage tank shall be lined with a Fused Ceramic Shield lining, fused to the tank at 1600°F, forming a corrosion-resistant lining;
polymer linings are not acceptable. Each tank shall be furnished with an internal anode for cathodic protection. The unit must be equipped with a built-in electrical
junction box. Electrical heating elements shall be screw-in, direct immersion, resistance type. Element operation shall be controlled by a thermostat for each element.
A high temperature cut-o shall be supplied as an integral part of the heater. Element access panels shall be provided on the front of the heater for each element. A
corrosion-resistant drain valve shall be provided on the front of each unit. The tank shall be totally encased in a metal jacket and insulated with a non-CFC foam to reduce
standby heat loss. The tank must be design certi ed for 300 PSI test pressure and 150 PSI working pressure.
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500 Princeton Road (FEDEX, UPS)
Johnson City, TN 37601-2030
P.O. Box 4808 (Mailing)
Johnson City, TN 37602-4808
(800) 937-1037
FAX (800) 581-7224
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Johnson City, TN 37601-2030
P.O. Box 1597 (Mailing)
Johnson City, TN 37605-1597
(800) 999-9515
FAX (800) 999-5210
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