Chronomite SR 8320W, SR 9600W Installation Manual

CHRONOMITE INSTANT-FLOW WATER HEATER

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS (STANDARD FLOW MODELS)

(Before installation, compare electrical needed for the model of heater selected)

TABLE 1

Instant-Flow

• Dimensions: 6¼” x 9 5/8” x 2 ¾”

• Weight: 5 lbs.

• Materials: Rugged cast aluminum alloy casing, Celcon wat er w ay s with nichrome parts

• Co l or : White (unless s ta inle ss housi ng)

• Pipe Fittings: Female ¼” NPT standard pipe thread

• Pressure Requirements: 25 PSI Minimum, 150 PSI Maximum (300 PSI tested) No pressure relief valve needed

• Maximum Operating Temp: 140°F

• Minimum Oper ating Flow Rate: .65 GPM

• Minimum Oper ating Flow Rate: 1.0gpm for Model

SR-40-220/240

• Listings: UL, HUD, IAPMO

THE MANUFACTURER OF THIS WATER HEATER WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES
DUE TO THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS.

CAUTION: BEFORE BEGINNING THE INST ALLATION:

1. Remove electrical access cover. Attach conduit to the conduit access hole. Then feed wires. Do not attach wiring.

2. Mount unit horizontally against the wall so the silver label reads corr ectly (See Fig. 1). M ount with four screws
through the flanges located on each corner using molly anchors or fasteners.
CAUTION: Heating elements may burn out if unit is not mounted horizontally.

3. Connect plumbing. Use ¼” taper ed national pipe thread at c old w at er inlet and hot water outlet (See Fig. 1). Use
compression fittings supplied for ease of installation. Do not apply heat to these fitt ings.

4. Run water through the unit to expel all air bubbles. Check for leaks at all fitting joints.

5. Connect wiring. Attach ground wire to center terminal and hot wires to outer terminals (See Fig. 3)

6. Replace electrical access cover. Turn on the circuit breaker. The unit is now ready for use.

7. Local plumbing and electrical codes must be f ollowed in the installation of this water heater and it’s accessories.

8. Failure t o comply wit h code requirements voids the warranty.

9. Failure to insta ll faucet flow c o nt r o l a s s how n on Fig. 2 will cause unsatis fact o ry ope r a tion of the heater .

Specifications:

unless required by local codes.

A) Turn off the circuit breaker to avoid dangerous electrical shocks.

B) Turn off the water supply.

Model No. Wattage Voltage Breaker

Size

SR-30 6240 208 30A
SR-30 7200 220/240 30A
SR-30 8310 277 30A
SR-40 8320 208 40A
SR-40 9600 220/240 40A

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IMPORTANT NOTES:

1. Turn off elect r ical supply – open circuit breaker .

2. Turn on water supply.

3. Expel all air from lines and heater.

4. Turn on electrical power supply – close circuit breaker.

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Air in the heater may cause the elements to burn out. I f t he wat er lines are drained,

allowing air into the heater, be sure to follow the following start-up procedure:

Hot

#8

Cold

#9

#7

Mounting
Flange

#3
Conduit

FIGURE 1 HEATER INSTALLATION
Faucet flow controls must be att ached to the faucet to allow the water heating system to operate more effectively
(See Fig. 2, pg. 3 for installation).

Item Part No. Names Qty Description

1. SR-_ _ Chronomite Instant-Flow SR Heater 1 Models shown in Table 1

2. Electrical junction box

3. Electrical conduit ½” conduit, length as required

4. Electrical wire Electrical Wire

5. Dual outlet angle valve 1 ½” FPx7/16” comp.x3/8 comp., Br ass
Craft P/N R2701R-RGH

6. Fitting (supplied) 2 3/8” comp x ¼”MP

7. Copper or flex tubing 1 3/8” O D, length as required (keep short)

8. A-412 Faucet f low c ontrol (supplied) 1 dual thread 15/ 16” male thread or
55/64” female thread (See Figure 2)

#1

#6

#4

#5

#2