PowerX Power Vented Water Heater Installation Guide

PowerX Power Vented Water Heater

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What’s included

Download the PowerX App & connect to Hub

1. Plug in the PowerX Hub
   Connect the PowerX Hub to the wall adapter and cable, and plug it into an electrical outlet. The Hub’s LED light will start to blink.

2. Download the PowerX App
   Download and open the PowerX App from your device’s app store and follow the on-screen instructions.

3. Scan Hub’s QR code
   Scan your PowerX Hub’s QR code, or type in the Hub’s ID manually. You can find the Hub’s ID on the bottom of the unit.

Connect to Wifi and add PowerX Water Heater

Connect to Wifi
Choose your local Wifi network, select “Connect”, and enter your Wifi credentials. Your device is successfully connected if you see the message “Successfully added Hub” in the mobile app, and the blinking blue light on the device changes to remain ON steadily.

Add PowerX Water Heater
In the PowerX App select “Add device”. Then scan the QR code on the bottom of the PowerX Water Heater – Power Vented sensor or type in the sensor’s ID manually.

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A step-by-step guide to installing PowerX Water Heater – Power Vented

Mount PowerX Water Heater – Power Vented

Unplug water heater
Unplug your power-vented electric gas water heater from the power outlet.

Mount PowerX Water Heater – Power Vented

Mount PowerX Water Heater
Use the provided zip ties to carefully secure the PowerX Mount to the cold water pipe on your water heater. Then insert the PowerX Water Heater – Power Vented unit into the Mount.

Attach sensors

Insert temperature sensor

Gently insert the black temperature sensor into the small opening between the tank and the temperature and pressure relief valve (T&P Valve). Be sure to insert the sensor by a distance of 1 inch or more if possible. Secure the black sensor cable to the T&P valve pipe using a zip tie. Make sure the cable doesn’t cover the valve or prevent the valve from operating in any way .

Secure hot/cold temperature sensors
Secure the blue temperature sensor to the cold water pipe using a zip tie. Likewise, secure the red temperature sensor to the hot water pipe.

NOTE: Use caution when working near the hot water pipe.

Connect PowerX Water Heater to power

• Plug the water heater vent into the PowerX Water Heater – Power unit, and plug the unit into your wall outlet.

Confirm connection

• All done! PowerX App will notify you of a successful connection. Your PowerX Water Heater – Power Vented is ready to use.

Add water leak detection cable (optional)

If your kit includes the water leak detection cable, attach it to the PowerX Water Heater – Power Vented and place the blue section in a location where any potential leak points exist. If your water heater has a drain pan, make sure the water leak detection cable touches the bottom of the drain pan by at least 1-2 inches.

Connectors

PowerX Water Heater – Power Vented

PowerX Hub

Product specifications

Disclaimer

PowerX Water Heater – Power Vented falls under the definition of permitted power monitoring equipment given that:

1. it’s identified as a field-installable accessory, and
2. the total area of conductors and equipment at any cross-section of the wiring space does not exceed 75 percent of the cross-sectional area of that space, as per section 312.8(B) of the 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC) regarding Power Monitoring Equipment.The PowerX Smart Suite contains FCC ID:
   • 15.247:2015
   • 15.109:2015
   • 15.107:2015

This device has been tested and found compliant with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. this device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body. Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by PowerX void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Suite
PowerX is most effective as a Suite, including Water, Electricity and Water Heating measurement. We strongly recommend installing the full Suite for highest efficiency and optimization.

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References

• PowerX Family - PowerX Family is open to all PowerX users to discuss about saving money, reducing their carbon footprint, share technical ideas and get creative about new product ideas.
• PowerX Help Center
• Home Energy Monitoring - Smart Home Solutions - PowerX Technology
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