InSinkErator Hot1 User Manual

Instant Hot Water Dispenser

Owner’s Manual

Installation, Care & Use
Instalación, Cuidado & Uso
Installation, entretien

et mode d’emploi

Model Hot1

Wing Nut Mounting Nut

Rubber Gasket

Brass Nut

Ferrule

Val ve
Lever

B

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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.

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.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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For your satisfaction and safety, read all instructions, cautions, warnings and dangers before installing
or using this instant hot water dispenser.

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This particular unit is not intended for commercial use.

Make sure that all electrical wiring and connections conform to local codes.

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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.

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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

Moving parts inside the tank causing a rattling noise is normal.

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This unit does not contain a drain plug and should not be installed where periodic draining is required,

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from InSinkErator®.

such as summer homes.

WHAT YOU NEED TO GET STARTED

Equipment Required:

n Compression fitting,

T-fitting or saddle valve

n Adjustable wrench

n Phillips and flat blade screwdrivers
n Pencil
n Tape Measure

HOW TO USE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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:

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Provides a step-by-step narrative describing the installation step, with check boxes that

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can be marked as you progress through the installation.

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Contains simple illustrations that provide visual instruction to support the narrative.

CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS that will require your attention during the step.

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An imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

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Equipment You May Need:

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Hole punch
Hole saw

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Basin wrench

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.

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Drill
Level

COMPONENTS IN THIS PACKAGE

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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.

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.

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.

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Spout

Spout Holder

Maximum

Countertop

Thickness

for Mounting

3 Wire
Power Cord
30" Long

(76cm)

Slotted

Set Screw

(Opposite Side)

Valve
Lever

Rubber
Gasket

Mounting

Nut

Wing

Nut

¼" Copper Tube

16" Long

(40.6cm)

Cold Water Line

Width of

Unit 5¼"

(13.3cm)

6"

(15.2cm)

2"

(5.1cm)

3"

(7.6cm)

11¾"

(28.9cm)

4"

(10.2cm)

2½"

(6.4cm)

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2¼ "

(6.5cm)

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START HERE

Bra

ss Nut

Ferru

le

Brass Insert

DIMENSIONS

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PREPARATION

Identify location for the dispenser.

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Required minimum from

center of hole to wall

Maximum counter

thickness (depth)

3

3

⁄4"

2"

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

If you have to drill through sink or

countertop, you may need to rent or

purchase the appropriate tools.

C

Required Hole Diameter

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1

⁄8"

Consult a professional before drilling into

a surface other than stainless steel.

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Check to make sure there is proper
clearance for dispenser handle to be
fully opened.

Check to make sure counter is not

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too thick.
Make sure there is a grounded

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electrical outlet under the sink.

Turn off water supply.

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If using the sink sprayer hose hole,
remove nut that connects sprayer
hose at bottom of faucet.

Using adjustable wrench, remove

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nut connecting sprayer washer
flange in sprayer hole.

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Plug hose opening with either a 1/8"
plug or a 1/4" cap

(not supplied).

What if you don’t have a sprayer hole or
don’t want to use it?

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Many homeowners replace the soap
dispenser in their sink with an instant
hot water dispenser.

If drilling a hole into a stainless steel

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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.

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Mounting

Nut

Rubber
Gasket

Wing

Nut

Wing

Nut

T-fitting

1/4" Diameter

Tube

Cold Water

Supply Line

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Mounting

Nut

Rubber
Gasket

Wing

Nut

Spout

Rubber

Seal

INSTALLING THE DISPENSER

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B

B

The dispenser must be mounted in
the upright (vertical) position only.

C

Spout and spout holder should not be loose

after mounting. First tighten mounting nut

and then tighten wing nut securely.

Remove the spout by loosening

the set screw in spout holder
approximately 2 full turns and
pull out spout.

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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.

While holding the dispenser in

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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

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sink and secure the dispenser by
tightening the wing nut from the
underside of the sink.

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WATER CONNECTION OPTIONS

Compression valve or T-fitting option
(not supplied):

Ensure that a shutoff valve is installed

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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"

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diameter copper tube on the
dispenser to the T-fitting as shown
(see step 4).

Saddle valve option (not supplied):

Follow the directions for

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“self-piercing attachment”
included with the valve.

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Connect the 16" (40.6 cm) long, 1/4"
diameter copper tube on the dispenser
to the saddle valve as shown (see step 4).

Saddle valves are susceptible

to clogging

Attach the valve to a

cold water supply line

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Open the valve and let a small amount
of water run through it into a pan.
This will flush the line of sediment.

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Shutoff valve option (not supplied):

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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.

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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.

Reassemble the spout ensuring

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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

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inside tank outlet. Remove and
install seal per diagram.

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Push spout into dispenser as far as
it will go and tighten set screw.

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Val ve
Lever

Val ve
Lever

CONNECTING WATER TO DISPENSER

Ferrule

Nut

Ferrule

Nut

4

A

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

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snug but don’t over tighten.

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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.

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When connecting to a compression

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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

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FILL THE TANK & CONNECT POWER

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A

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.

B

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.

First, open the shutoff valve all the

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way and see if your connections are
watertight. If there are any leaks
carefully re-tighten all connections.

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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

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been plugged in yet.

Push the tube end all the way into

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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.

C

Property Damage: Do not remove or alter the thermal

safety fuse. If you suspect the thermal fuse is open,

contact your Authorized Service Center.

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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

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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).

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Electric Shock Hazard: Using an ungrounded or improperly connected appliance can

result in serious injury or death from electrical shock.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

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.

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
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.

Note: Warranty is determined by unit

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manufactured components only.

CARE AND USE

Electric Shock Hazard: To prevent electrical shock,

disconnect power before servicing unit. Use only a

properly grounded and polarized electric outlet.

ADJUSTING THE THERMOSTAT

Factory temperature
pre-set is 190

Disconnect power

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from unit.
To adjust water

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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.

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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.

CLEANING THE FAUCET AND TANK

Only use mild cleaners to clean the faucet

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and plastic components.
Cleaners with acids, abrasives, alkaline

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or organic solvents will result in deterioration
of the plastic components and void
the warranty.

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Scalding Hazard: Do not allow
water to boil. May result in
severe burns.

PROPERTY DAMAGE

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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,

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replace all cut, loose or split tubing
A drain pan, plumbed to an appropriate

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drain or outfitted with a leak detector,
should be used in those applications where
any leakage could cause property damage.

SEASONAL STORAGE/DRAINAGE

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.

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Push hot water dispenser faucet lever
and allow water to flow until it is cool.

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Shut the cold water flow off at the
shut off valve.

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Remove unit from sink and turn upside
down to drain.

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