Emerson Hot1 User Manual
Instant Hot Water Dispenser
Owner’s Manual
Installation, Care & Use
Instalacion, cuidado & uso
Installation, soin et utilisation
Model Hot1
Equipment You May Need:
For your satisfaction and safety, read all instructions, cautions, warnings and dangers before installing
or using this instant hot water dispenser.
This particular unit is not intended for commercial use.
Make sure that all electrical wiring and connections conform to local codes.
A standard 115-volt grounded electrical outlet is required under the sink for the dispenser’s electrical power.
The wall outlet powering your dispenser must have power supplied to it continuously.
This outlet must be fused and should not be controlled by the same wall switch that operates the
disposer, unless you have a SinkTop Switch
™
from InSinkErator®.
Moving parts inside the tank causing a rattling noise is normal.
This unit does not contain a drain plug and should not be installed where periodic draining is required,
such as summer homes.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Equipment Required:
Compression fitting,
T-fitting or saddle valve
Adjustable wrench
Phillips and flat blade screwdrivers
Pencil
Tape Measure
Hole punch
Hole saw
Basin wrench
Drill
Level
If you intend to use the sprayer hole in your sink for your dispenser, you may need a basin wrench and
a 1/8" plug or a 1/4" cap (not supplied) for the faucet spray hose line.
See Step 1-B.
If you need to cut a mounting hole in your stainless steel sink, you may need a 11⁄4" - 11⁄2" hole saw
made for cutting stainless steel or a hole punch. Consult a professional if you are drilling into a surface
other than stainless steel.
WHAT YOU NEED TO GET STARTED
2
COMPONENTS IN THIS PACKAGE
Brass Nut
Wing Nut Mounting Nut
Rubber Gasket
Ferrule
3
HOW TO USE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Provides a step-by-step narrative describing the installation step, with check boxes that
can be marked as you progress through the installation.
Contains simple illustrations that provide visual instruction to support the narrative.
CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS that will require your attention during the step.
These instructions are separated into main sections, indicated by numbers, and subsections,
indicated by capital letters. The manual is setup this way to allow you to take a break at any
point after completing a section or subsection without affecting the installation process.
What you’ll see in the
instruction manual:
1
2
3
1
2
An imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
A potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
A potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
3
A 115-volt grounded
outlet within 30 inches
of the dispenser is
required to provide
power to the tank.
A minimum of
33⁄4" of space
is required
between the
center of the
dispenser head
and splashboard/
wall in order for
the appliance to
operate properly.
Note:
The wall outlet for your
dispenser must have power
supplied to it continuously and
must be fused. It should not be
controlled by the same wall switch
that operates your disposer.
B
Val ve
Lever
Property Damage: Do not connect electric power until
tank is filled with water. Failure to do so my damage heating
element or thermal safety fuse and will void the warranty.
Press valve lever down for about 20
seconds until water freely runs out of
the spout. Hold valve open at lease 60
seconds to let the water run to flush
out the lines.
Water will be cold since tank has not
■
been plugged in yet.
DIMENSIONS
4
4"
Spout
(10.2cm)
2½"
(6.4cm)
Spout Holder
Maximum
Countertop
Thickness
for Mounting
2"
(5.1cm)
6"
(15.2cm)
3"
(7.6cm)
11¾"
8
(28.9cm)
Valv e
Lever
Mounting
Nut
Rubber
Gasket
Slotted
Set Screw
(Opposite Side)
Wing
Nut
Width of
Unit 5¼"
(13.3cm)
¼" Copper Tube
16" Long
(40.6cm)
3 Wire
Power Cord
30" Long
(76cm)
9
2¼ "
16
(6.5cm)
Cold Water Line
The wall outlet for your dispenser must have power supplied to it continuously
and must be fused. It should not be controlled by the same wall switch
that operates your disposer.
PREPARATION
START HERE
Identify location for the dispenser.
Check to make sure there is proper
clearance for dispenser handle to be
fully opened.
Check to make sure counter is not
too thick.
Make sure there is a grounded
electrical outlet under the sink.
Turn off water supply.
If using the sink sprayer hose hole,
remove nut that connects sprayer
hose at bottom of faucet.
Using adjustable wrench, remove
nut connecting sprayer washer
flange in sprayer hole.
Plug hose opening with either a 1/8"
plug or a 1/4" cap (not supplied).
1
A
B
Consult a professional before drilling into
a surface other than stainless steel.
C
What if you don’t have a sprayer hole or
don’t want to use it?
Many homeowners replace the soap
dispenser in their sink with an instant
hot water dispenser.
If drilling a hole into a stainless steel
sink or counter top, you can cut a
mounting hole for the dispenser with a
hole saw for stainless steel, or you can
use a hole punch.
Required Hole Diameter
1
3
⁄8"
Required minimum from
center of hole to wall
Maximum counter
thickness (depth)
3
3
⁄4"
2"
5
If you have to drill through sink or
countertop, you may need to rent or
purchase the appropriate tools.
6
2
Remove the spout by loosening
the set screw in spout holder
approximately 2 full turns and
pull out spout.
Mount the unit through the 1 3/8"
diameter (35 mm) hole in the sink.
Make sure the valve lever is in the
up position and feed the spout end
of the dispenser through the sink
mounting hole.
A
C
INSTALLING THE DISPENSER
While holding the dispenser in
place with spout removed, slip
the rubber gasket and mounting
nut over the valve lever and
hand tighten the nut on the
threaded barrel.
Align spout so water runs into the
sink and secure the dispenser by
tightening the wing nut from the
underside of the sink.
B
Personal Injury: Failure to tighten set screw allows easy
removal of spout. Operation of unit with spout removed
could cause injury from hot water spray.
D
Reassemble the spout ensuring
the rubber seal is in place on inner
spout tube grove before re-inserting
spout into tank outlet.
If rubber seal is not on spout, check
inside tank outlet. Remove and
install seal per diagram.
Push spout into dispenser as far as
it will go and tighten set screw.
The dispenser must be mounted in
the upright (vertical) position only.
Spout and spout holder should not be loose
after mounting. First tighten mounting nut
and then tighten wing nut securely.
Mounting
Nut
Rubber
Gasket
Wing
Nut
Spout
Rubber
Seal
Compression valve or T-fitting option
(not supplied):
Ensure that a shutoff valve is installed
on the cold water supply line. If so, a
T-fitting or compression valve can be
used to connect the dispenser.
Connect the 16" (40.6 cm) long, 1/4"
diameter copper tube on the
dispenser to the T-fitting as shown
(see step 4).
3
WATER CONNECTION OPTIONS
Attach the valve to a
cold water supply line
.
Shutoff valve option (not supplied):
The water connection can be made
using a shutoff valve. This is a more
complex installation and should only
be attempted by an experienced
installer with the proper knowledge
and tools.
Saddle valve option (not supplied):
Follow the directions for
“self-piercing attachment”
included with the valve.
Connect the 16" (40.6 cm) long, 1/4"
diameter copper tube on the dispenser
to the saddle valve as shown (see step 4).
Open the valve and let a small amount
of water run through it into a pan.
This will flush the line of sediment.
7
Saddle valves are susceptible
to clogging
.
T-fitting
1/4" Diameter
Tube
Cold Water
Supply Line
8
A
4
Bend and position the 1/4" copper
line from the dispenser so it fits into
the cold water supply. With one hand,
support the copper line coming out
of the tank and bend the tube with
the other hand.
Do not kink. Bend tube carefully.
CONNECTING WATER TO DISPENSER
C
B
Push the tube end all the way into
the T-fitting or valve. Hold the tube
end in position and push the ferrule
down as far as it will go. Then,
tighten the nut over the ferrule with
your fingers. Make sure the tube
end is going straight into the hole.
Then tighten the nut firmly with a
1/2" wrench.
When connecting to a compression
type T-fitting or valve, remove the
nut and ferrule (round brass piece)
from the fitting. Then, place the nut
followed by the ferrule over the end
of the tube coming from the
dispenser
.
Ferrule
Nut
Property Damage: Make sure the bends in tubing are
smooth and not kinked. Don’t use paste-type sealants on
water line connections. Tighten compression fittings
snug but don’t over tighten.
A
5
First, open the shutoff valve all the
way and see if your connections are
watertight. If there are any leaks
carefully re-tighten all connections.
FILL THE TANK & CONNECT POWER
C
B
Check all connections to ensure they
are tight and that there are no leaks,
then plug in instant hot water tank.
Allow 10-15 minutes for water to reach
target temperature. Gurgling or hissing is
normal during the initial heating cycle.
Steam and/or hot water coming from the
spout without pressing down on the handle
is also normal. If steam is still emitted after
setup, thermostat adjustments may be
needed (pg. 11).
Press valve lever down for about 20
seconds until water freely runs out of
the spout. Hold valve open at least 60
seconds to let the water run to flush
out the lines.
Water will be cold since tank has not
been plugged in yet.
9
Property Damage: Do not remove or alter the thermal
safety fuse. If you suspect the thermal fuse is open,
contact your Authorized Service Center.
Property Damage: Do not connect electric power until tank
is filled with water. Failure to do so may damage heating
element or thermal safety fuse and will void the warranty.
Property Damage: Never place a restriction on the delivery
of water from the spout. Such a restriction prevents draining
the expansion chamber and could damage the tank.
Val ve
Lever
10
Property Damage: To avoid water damage, replace any loose or split tubing.
Periodically inspect the unit for any signs of leakage and immediately remove from
service any unit suspected of leaking.
Personal Injury: This tank is a non-pressurized tank. DO NOT modify this system.
DO NOT close vent tube or connect other type dispensers or valves to the tank. Use only
the InSinkErator dispenser faucet supplied. Use only parts provided. Contact an
authorized InSinkErator Service agent for repairs or replacement components.
1-Year Warranty
Covers all replacement parts and labor to correct defects in material or workmanship in the
dispenser system, for the full warranty period from the date of installation in your home. If
warranty service is required during the warranty period, contact an authorized InSinkErator
service agent to replace or repair the unit in your home at no cost to you. If your dispenser is
replaced rather than repaired, the warranty on the new unit shall be for the duration of the
remaining portion of the original dispenser’s warranty. Note: Warranty is determined by unit
serial number and/or date of installation. Purchase or installation receipt may be required to
verify warranty status. When service is required, and for the location of your nearest factory
authorized service center, call toll free 1-800-558-5700.
The foregoing warranty does not apply to damage or inoperation resulting from accident,
alteration, misuse, abuse, improper installation, installation not in accordance with these
instructions or local electrical and/or plumbing codes. We do not assume any responsibility for
consequential damage. Install using genuine InSinkErator
®
manufactured components only.
Use of non InSinkErator components will void your warranty.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the
exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or
exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
This appliance must be grounded. This instant hot water dispenser is equipped with a cord that
has a grounding conductor and a grounding pin. The plug must be connected to an appropriate
outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance – if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in
doubt as to whether the instant hot water dispenser is properly grounded.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Fire Hazard: To minimize possibility of fire, DO NOT store flammable items such as
rags, paper or aerosol cans near the tank. DO NOT store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
An instant hot water dispenser, like any water heater, has a limited life and will eventually
fail. To avoid possible property damage, this instant hot water dispenser should be
regularly examined for leakage and replaced when necessary. A drain pan, plumbed to an
appropriate drain or outfitted with a leak detector, should be used in those applications
where any leakage could cause property damage.
Electric Shock Hazard: Using an ungrounded or improperly connected appliance can
result in serious injury or death from electrical shock.
Scalding Hazard: Do not allow
water to boil. May result in
severe burns.
Factory temperature
pre-set is 190
˚F.
Disconnect power
from unit.
To adjust water
temperature you’ll
need to access the panel on the front of
the tank. Using a screwdriver, turn
thermostat screw clockwise to increase
temperature or turn counter clockwise to
decrease temperature. The cover must
always be in place for the thermostate to
respond properly.
After adjusting, depress the dispenser
handle for 20 seconds for the water to
re-heat to the new setting. If temperature
still is not to your liking, repeat the procedure
making sure that the handle is depressed
for 20 seconds.
Regularly inspect the unit for any signs of
leakage. If there are signs of water damage,
immediately remove the unit from service.
To avoid water damage from leakage,
replace all cut, loose or split tubing.
A drain pan, plumbed to an appropriate
drain or outfitted with a leak detector,
should be used in those applications where
any leakage could cause property damage.
PROPERTY DAMAGE
CARE AND USE
ADJUSTING THE THERMOSTAT
Only use mild cleaners to clean the faucet
and plastic components.
Cleaners with acids, abrasives, alkaline
or organic solvents will result in deterioration
of the plastic components and void
the warranty.
CLEANING THE FAUCET AND TANK
Anytime the instant hot water dispenser is not used
for extended periods of time, unplug and drain unit.
If it is below freezing you will need to unplug the
unit and drain it.
Disconnect power from unit.
Push hot water dispenser faucet lever
and allow water to flow until it is cool.
Shut the cold water flow off at the
shut off valve.
Remove unit from sink and turn upside
down to drain.
SEASONAL STORAGE/DRAINAGE
11
Electric Shock Hazard: To prevent electrical shock,
disconnect power before servicing unit. Use only a
properly grounded and polarized electric outlet.
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