(A) Household Electrical Appliances

(8) Safety Tips for Electric Water Heaters

  • 1.Switch off the power source of the electric water heater after use.
    Switch off the power source of the electric water heater after use.
  • 2.Arrange for an experienced technician to inspect and maintain the electric water heater regularly.
    Arrange for an experienced technician to inspect and maintain the electric water heater regularly.
  • 3.Adhere to the instructions in the user manual in using and arranging regular maintenance of the electric water heater.
1.Switch off the power source of the electric water heater after use.
Switch off the power source of the electric water heater after use.
2.Arrange for an experienced technician to inspect and maintain the electric water heater regularly.
Arrange for an experienced technician to inspect and maintain the electric water heater regularly.
3.Adhere to the instructions in the user manual in using and arranging regular maintenance of the electric water heater.
 
4.For new installation of electric water heater, the fixed electrical installations and water pipes shall be installed by a registered electrical contractor and a designated person as required by the Water Supplies Department respectively.
For new installation of electric water heater, the fixed electrical installations and water pipes shall be installed by a registered electrical contractor and a designated person as required by the Water Supplies Department respectively.
5.Do not install shower head with an on/off control valve on a "shower storage type" electric water heater.
Do not install shower head with an on/off control valve on a
6.Do not install an on/off control valve at the water outlet of a "shower storage type" electric water heater or connect the water outlet to a basin or bath to prevent explosion of the electric water heater’s water tank due to excessive pressure.
Do not install an on/off control valve at the water outlet
7.If there is an abnormality (such as tripping) with the electric water heater while in use, stop using it immediately and contact the supplier for inspection and repair.
If there is an abnormality (such as tripping) with the electric water heater while in use, stop using it immediately and contact the supplier for inspection and repair.
4 December 2020