OPERATION
OVERVIEW
This manual must be read carefully before attempting to install the aqm water heater. If you do not follow the safety
rules or the instructions outlined in this manual, the unit may not operate properly and it could cause property damage,
serious bodily injury and/or death.
Aqua Power will not be liable for any damages because of failure to comply with the installation and operating instructions
outlined in this manual or because of improper use. Improper use includes the use of this appliance to heat any liquid
other than water. Failure to comply with the installation and operating instructions or improper use voids warranty. Never
remove the unit's cover unless the electricity is turned off .
If you have any questions regarding the installation or operation of this water heater, or if you need any additional
installation manuals, please call our technical service line on 800.582.2213 (Usa and canada only). If you are calling
from outside the u.S. Or canada, please call usa 413-247-3380 and we will refer you to a qualifi ed Aqua Power service
representative in your area.
6.
Overview
6.1
Figure legend
1 Hot water connection
2 Cold water connection with fi lter screen
3 Filter screen
4 Mounting holes
5 Electrical junction box
6 Water supply line for faucet installation
7 Sink
8 Cold valve (right)
9 Hot valve (left)
10 Shut off valve
11 Reset button from safety pressure cut out
6.2
General Description
The AQM tankless water heater diff ers from conventional
storage type water heaters in several ways. It does not store
hot water. Instead, water is heated instantaneously as it fl ows
through the unit. The powerful heating elements are activated
by a fl ow switch as water is drawn from a hot water faucet
connected to the AQM. Due to the absence of stand-by losses,
the AQM off ers greater energy effi ciency than storage type
water heaters. The unit will continuously supply hot water as
long as the faucet is open.
The temperature of the hot water delivered by the AQM
depends on the wattage of the heating element, the
temperature of the incoming cold water, and the water fl ow
rate through the unit. In order for the AQM to operate properly,
it must be carefully matched to the application.
In case you have questions regarding the way you plan to use
the AQM, please call our technical service line at 800.582.2213
(USA and Canada). For service outside the U.S. and Canada,
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please call us at USA 413.247.3380. You can also e-mail us at
info@aptankless.com or fax us at 413.247.3369.
The AQM can be used for hand washing type applications in
the U.S. and Canada:
– Restroom sinks in commercial/industrial facilities
and homes
– Kitchen areas in commercial /industrial facilities
and homes
– Cabins
– Special uses in photo developing shops,
laboratories etc.
The AQM can also be used for whole apartments and homes
in warm climate zones such as the Caribbean region, Central
America and Mexico due to the higher ambient water
temperatures.
6.3
Important information before supplying power
to unit
Air in the cold water pipe will destroy the bare-
wire heating system of the AQM. If the water sup-
ply to the AQM has been interrupted, for example due to
the risk of frost or work on the water pipe, the following
steps must be carried out before the unit is used again.
» 1. Turn off circuit breaker.
» 2. Open a hot water tap downstream of the unit for as long
as is necessary for the unit and the cold water pipe to be
free of air.
» 3. Turn on circuit breaker.
All information in these Instructions for Use and Installation
must be followed carefully. They provide important
information with regard to safety, operation, installation,
and maintenance of the device.
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