Making Electrical Connections - LG R5TT20F-SA0 Manual

Heat Pump Water Heater
14. Installation
Making Electrical
Connections
! ! WARNING
Disconnect all power before working on
any electrical connections.
NOTE
• All wiring must conform to local codes or
National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70.
A separate branch circuit with copper
conductors, overcurrent protective device and
suitable disconnecting means must be provided
by a qualified electrician.
The voltage requirements and wattage load for
the water heater are specified on the data plate
on the front of the water heater.
Ensure that the fusing or circuit breaker is
proper size for this water heater
(Recommended 30 amp breaker).
The branch circuit wiring should include either:
1
Metallic conduit or metallic sheathed cable
approved for use as a grounding conductor
and installed with fittings approved for the
purpose.
2
Non-metallic sheathed cable, metallic
conduit or metallic sheathed cable not
approved for use as a ground conductor
shall include a separate conductor for
grounding. It should be attached to the
ground terminals of the water heater and the
electrical distribution box.
- 60 Hz (R134a)
NOTE
• Use flexible conduit only.
• Use crimp type connector for wiring.
• The ground wire should be longer than th
common wires.
1
2
Remove junction box cover from the unit by
loosening the 2 screws.
3
Connect the ground to the green ground
wire, and the home's two power wires to the
water heater's two power wires.
Make certain the electrical power is turned
off.
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