Whirlpool BFG1F4040T3NOV Use and Care Guide

1Residential ElectricWater HeaterInstallation Instructions and Use & Care GuideTo obtain technical, warranty or service assistance during or after

10Adjusting the Thermostat/High Limit ControlThis water heater is equipped with one or more adjustable temperature regulating thermostats and a manual

11Operational ConditionsAnode Rod/Water OdorEach water heater contains at least one anode rod, which will slowly deplete while protecting the glass-li

12MAINTENANCE OF YOUR WATER HEATERTemperature and PressureRelief ValveManually operate the temperature and pressure relief valve at least once a year

135. Clean the area where the gasket(s) fits to the tank. If you are replacing the bottom element, remove the accumulated sediment on the bottom o

14REPAIR PART ILLUSTRATIONITEMNO.PARTS DESCRIPTION1ACCESS DOORS2THERMOSTAT COVERS (UPPER & LOWER)3UPPER THERMOSTAT 4LOWER THERMOSTAT 5ELEMENT6ELEM

15THERMOSTAT WIRING DIAGRAMLOWERELEMENTKCALBKCALBEULBEULBUPPERELEMENTYELLOWYELLOWL1 L2FUSED DISCONNECTOR CIRCUIT BREAKERREDUPPERTHERMOSTAT&HIGH LI

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2Your safety and the safety of others are very important.We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always

3INSTALLING YOUR WATER HEATERConsumer InformationThis water heater should be installed in accordance with the local code authority having jurisdiction

4Location RequirementsSite locationSelect a location near the center of the water piping system. It must be installed indoors and in a vertical posit

5Electrical RequirementsIf you lack the necessary skills required to properly install the electrical wiring to this water heater, do not proceed but h

6Water System PipingPiping, fi ttings, and valves should be installed according to the installation drawing (Figure 6). If the indoor installation area

7Please note the following: • The system should be installed only with piping that is suitable for potable (drinkable) water such as copper, CPVC, or

8Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22 - latest edition. This valve must be marked with the maximum set pressure not to exceed the marked

9OPERATING YOUR WATER HEATERBefore Using1. Make sure the water heater has been properly installed. See “Installing Your Water Heater” section.2.