Performance 30 Gal. Short 6 Year 4500/4500-Watt Elements Electric Tank Water Heater

A:  Hello Hawaii, you would need a 10 gauge wire. You can also check what you need on the use and care manual.

A:  Hi Tomz and thank you for your question. The location chosen for the water heater must take into consideration the following: Local Installation Regulations This water heater must be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company requirements or, in the absence of local codes, the latest edition of the National Electrical Code. It is available from some local libraries or can be purchased from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch park, Quincy, MA 02269 as booklet ANSI/NFPA 70. Location Locate the water heater in a clean dry area as near as practical to the area of greatest heated water demand. Long uninsulated hot water lines can waste energy and water. Place the water heater in such a manner that the thermostat and element access panels can be removed to permit inspection and servicing such as removal of elements or checking controls. The water heater and water lines should be protected from freezing temperatures. Do not install the water heater in outdoor, unprotected areas. Make certain the floor underneath the water heater is strong enough to sufficiently support the weight of the water heater once it is filled with water. !CAUTION: The water heater should not be located in an area where leakage of the tank or connections will result in damage to the area adjacent to it or to lower floors of the structure. Where such areas cannot be avoided, it is recommended that a suitable catch pan, adequately drained, be installed under the water heater.

A:  I do not know. I did it myself. Materials needed came to about $30.00.

A:  Hi Karen and thank you for your question. For costs, please contact your local outlet / installer.

A:  Hi Paul and thank you for your question. It requires a dual pole breaker.

A:  You would need a single dual pole (240V) breaker. Both elements are fed off of the same power cable.