Do we need to have approval from our utility provider to install this?
1155321
As long as you aren't putting power back on the grid no but if you do yes. One panel is good for a hot water heater. If you have the money to be approved you might as well go through your utility provider. Then buy more then you need.
1963751
you would have to ask the company, I installed mine some time ago and did not save the information. It works great.
728208
I do not know if there is a PDF of the installation guide. Installation is straight forward so long as you are comfortable with house electrical wiring procedures ie, make sure your turn off the circuit breaker etc..
1519821
I don't know. We already had the setup and didn't hsve to purchase anything to grt it to work.
2084106
No absolutely not. You just have to bring a power to it. I put mine on a dedicated circuit. And don't forget the pressure reliefs valves. Total installation time with electrical. 3 - 3.5 hours
1133535
I honestly don't know, we installed it ourselves and it only took about an hour. My dad was a plumber and I learned from him and my hubby is a whiz at the electrical side of it. Honestly if I had to hire a plumber and electrician to do the job I would not have gotten the unit. I know someone who is having one installed in a new home and was quoted $800!
252855
Hi Jennifer,The answer to your question is that if you have relatively basic plumbimg and electrical skills you can do this. If you have any questions or doubt, get someone who knows what they are doing to install. You dont want to save a few bucks and have your house burn down. That being said, I am a licensed power plant engineer and have been working with both plumbing and electrical for over 10 years, I installed my heater myself. What it boils down to is whether you are both comfortable and competent enough to do this.Good luck!
1047026
It's easy to install. I installed mines myself. I know if I can do it you can
1792410
If you are a handy man or woman, then you can do it yourself. It needs a dedicated line with #8 AWG, 2 conductor w/g, and a 2 pole 40A breaker. It's been awhile since I installed mine but a check valve is important. I don't think it's that complicated if you follow the instructions, you should be just fine.
2043925
We called several types of professionals (electricians, appliance repair, handyman, etc) and couldn't get anyone to install it. We were replacing one a handyman put in about 10+ prior so we just did it ourselves. It was not too hard as we had the prior one to model the install/wiring after. I don't think we could have done it if it was a new install.
1809339
Not sure about approval for in Canada. I can tell you it installs easily and performs very well.
1800562
You can down load the installation instructions from the manufacturer. I did this because I needed my contractor to see the instructions before I brought the panel.I love the panel. It works well but you cannot use all the features at once with normal NYC water pressure. For me this is not a problem.
1547095
Yes. You will need wire, ductwork, drain line, and additional related items (including tools) in order to install this. All depend on your specific situation.
1500780
you'll have to ask a professional - i hired my install - check with the manufacturer
252857
I installed this myself. I work in hardware so it is whatever you're comfortable with. I did need assistance from an electrician because the electrical service wasn't correct. If you're not comfortable doing it yourself you would need both.
486192
No. All we had to do was plug the appropriate wires into plugs and it was ready to go. (Actually, the cable guy did it, but that was all he had to do.) Installation was quick and painless. There was some sort of identifying number he had to read off the router, but it was right there on the label.
1966661
I bought it to install in a house I am currently building. Have not fully unpacked the item yet