EcoSmart ECO-6, ECO-8, ECO-11 Installation Instructions Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

ECOSMART ELECTRIC TANKLESS WATER HEATER

MODELS: ECO-6 / ECO-8 / ECO-11

The most technologically advanced tankless hot water heater in today's market.

99.8% Energy-efficient

“No Tank, No Wait, No Comparison”

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

As when installing or operating any high voltage electrical appliance,

basic safety precautions must always be followed.

ALWAYS shut off all power to the Ecosmart unit directly at the electrical

breaker box before attempting to clean, install, inspect, repair,

disassemble, or otherwise service this unit.

SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH COULD OCCUR IF

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED. THIS PRODUCT MUST BE

PROFESSIONALLY INSTALLED BEFORE USE.

FAILURE TO DO SO COULD CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE,

SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.

THIS WATER HEATER MUST BE INSTALLED BY A

LICENSED ELECTRICIAN OR PLUMBER.

PROOF OF INSTALLATION MUST ACCOMPANY

THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD.

PLEASE FOLLOW ALL RECOMMENDATIONS AND LOCAL CODE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS

TURN OFF ELECTRICAL SUPPLY MAIN AND WATER SUPPLY BEFORE

ATTEMPTING INSTALLATION OR SERVICING THE UNIT.

DO NOT TURN ON ELECTRICAL SUPPLY OR WATER SUPPLY UNTIL

INSTALLATION IS PROPERLY COMPLETED.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER PROCEDURES IS HAZARDOUS.

IT MAY ALSO DAMAGE THE WATER HEATER AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.

● DO NOT remove the heater cover, open the unit, or break the seal. This could cause DEATH OR INJURY and will VOID THE
WARRANTY.

● DO NOT install the electric tankless water heater unit in a shower or in any location where it might come into contact with
water or where it can be reached or adjusted by anyone while using water.

● DO NOT attempt to install yourself. Although installation is simple, it should only be done by a licensed plumber or
electrician.

● DO NOT operate the unit if water ceases to flow during use. Discontinue use and contact technical support at:

WWW.ECOSMARTUS.COM

phone: [phone] or 877-47-GOGREEN

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PART IDENTIFICATION

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PLUMBING

The Ecosmart electric tankless water heater is supplied with 1/2” compression fittings.
Do not weld or use paste or use Teflon on fittings.

Connect the cold water supply line to the right side of the unit ("cold water inlet” in diagram on
page 3).

Connect the hot water supply line to the left side of the unit (“hot water inlet” in diagram on
page 3).

After both water lines are fastened securely, run water through the unit for at least 2 to 3
minutes to flush out any air pockets in the lines (purging). It is recommended that all faucets,
showers, etc. be run during this process. Failure to purge the lines of air can cause permanent
damage to the unit. This procedure MUST be performed before the electrical power is turned on.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

● The Ecosmart electric tankless water heater unit must be installed to independent
double pole breakers.

● Each Ecosmart model comes supplied with the required wires for installation.

● Breaker size and wire gauge must meet all applicable local, state, provincial, and

national electrical codes for your area – these are only guidelines that will apply to
most installations.

● Some codes require use of electrical sub-panel for installation, especially when heater
is not mounted within line-of-sight of the main electrical panel. Wiring should be sized
to maintain a voltage drop of less than 3% under load.

● If your home is already equipped with a large number of electrical appliances, you may
require a larger electrical service than the one recommended.

● Check all wires to make sure that they are tightly fastened.

● Before turning the power on, the system must be flushed as required in the plumbing

instructions.

● When the unit is powered up the green LED indicator light will turn ON and then OFF.
This is normal.

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ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS BY MODEL #

MODEL REQUIRED BREAKER MAX AMP DRAW

AWG CABLE

ECO-6 1x30 AMP 28 #8
ECO-8 1x40 AMP 37 #8

ECO-11 1x60 AMP 54 #6

VERIFY ALL VOLTAGE & AMPERAGE INFORMATION LISTED BELOW WITH THE ACTUAL LABEL

SPECIFICIATIONS ON YOUR UNIT, IN CASE OF CHANGES OR VARIATIONS.

BATHS

MODEL KW VOLTS AMPS

SUPPLIED

ECO-6 6.0KW 220V 28 1
ECO-8 8.2KW 220V 37 UP TO 1.5

ECO-11 11.8KW 220V 54 UP TO 2.5

BATHS

MODEL KW VOLTS AMPS

SUPPLIED

ECO-8 7.3KW 240V 34 UP TO 1.5

FLOW RATE
IN GALLONS
PER MINUTE

UP TO 1.7GPM
UP TO 2.2GPM

UP TO 3GPM

FLOW RATE
IN GALLONS

PER MINUTE

UP TO 2.2GPM

RISE IN WATER

TEMP.

FULL CAP. IS

LOWER TEMP.

17 - 43º
16 - 56º
22 - 80º

RISE IN WATER

TEMP.

FULL CAP. IS

LOWER TEMP.

16 - 56º

ECO-11 13.9KW 240V 58 UP TO 2.5

UP TO 3GPM

22 - 80º

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