Could you use 2 double 60 amp breakers and 6/2 wire instead?
1542425
No you can not. It takes six hot leads to make it work(the three double pole breakers). Use what is recommended for warranty and to avoid damage to the unit.
1542426
The Ecosmart ECO 24 has three elements. Each element requires 220V which requires a double 40 amp breaker. I used 8/3 wire which is essentially 1-1/2 pair in each wire with gnd. The extra 1/2 pair was combined for the third element. The manual states that "If you cross a set of wires, the unit will not operate correctly even though it turns on and otherwise appears to function properly".
1542427
I would not suggest it. Few things.1.) There are three heating "silos" within the unit one for each breaker. So one "silos" wouldn't be doing anything unless you got fancy with the wiring. 2.) I think the device uses only as many breakers as it needs, so if the water is unusually warm I can see it only pulling power from one breaker until it hits the set temperature. If the water is unusually cold it will pull from all three until it hits the set temperature.3.) I do not believe the wiring within the unit is rated for 6-2 so you would probably mess something up. I would not suggest it. Few things.1.) There are three heating "silos" within the unit one for each breaker. So one "silos" wouldn't be doing anything unless you got fancy with the wiring. 2.) I think the device uses only as many breakers as it needs, so if the water is unusually warm I can see it only pulling power from one breaker until it hits the set temperature. If the water is unusually cold it will pull from all three until it hits the set temperature.3.) I do not believe the wiring within the unit is rated for 6-2 so you would probably mess... » Read More I would not suggest it. Few things.1.) There are three heating "silos" within the unit one for each breaker. So one "silos" wouldn't be doing anything unless you got fancy with the wiring. 2.) I think the device uses only as many breakers as it needs, so if the water is unusually warm I can see it only pulling power from one breaker until it hits the set temperature. If the water is unusually cold it will pull from all three until it hits the set temperature.3.) I do not believe the wiring within the unit is rated for 6-2 so you would probably mess something up. « Show Less
1542428
I would not suggest it. Few things. 1.) There are three heating "silos" within the unit one for each breaker. So one "silos" wouldn't be doing anything unless you got fancy with the wiring. 2.) I think the device uses only as many breakers as it needs, so if the water is unusually warm I can see it only pulling power from one breaker until it hits the set temperature. If the water is unusually cold it will pull from all three until it hits the set temperature. 3.) I do not believe the wiring within the unit is rated for 6-2 so you would probably mess something up.
1542429
I dont believe so, it has to do with the number of separate elements (3) that the unit uses. Each element needs it's own 60 amp.
1542430
no, there are three heaters in this unit and they each require a dedicated 40 amp breaker.
1542431
no you have to use 3 40 amp breakers. The heater has 3 heating elements which all require their own breaker.
1542432
No. My electrician wired this thing in for me and we used the 3 40 amp breakers and #8 wire per the instructions. Here's something we noticed when first testing out the unit with water flowing through to our kitchen sink. With this small demand for hot water, only 2 of the 40 amp circuits were in use. One measured 32 amps, the second measured 27 amps, and the third measured 0. My electrician and I assume the unit holds the third circuit in reserve for situations where more hot water is required. Why heat up two circuits when only 2 are necessary, right? I'm assuming this is the case although I have not read this anywhere. You may want to call the company to be sure. We've been using the water heater for close to a month and it does a good job of delivering a steady stream of hot water for the shower. We're very pleased but there is a little longer delay waiting for the hot water to get to where we need it. If you live in an area where water prices are extremely high this would be a consideration. I have not gotten the first electric bill but I feel certain we will see a savings. Please let me know if anyone tells you different information. Thanks!
1542433
No, there are 3 individual heating elements that require power to each. So 3 individual 40 amp double pole breakers are required needing 8 gauge wire.
1846868
There are two 220 circuits pre-wired to two tied pair of breakers. You can also elect to make them into four 110's if that serves you better. We have our well pump circuit wired to one of the 220's. It's a heavy duty control panel and the instructions are very clear on how to set it up. Comes with a DVD showing a guy wiring it. Good luck!
743810
No, but there is typically no need. A surge protector anywhere on the circuit protects that entire circuit. So unless you have the duplex spilt into two circuits (common on newer washer and dryer outlets) there will be no need for two in the same outlet.
805967
The breaker swap would be effective but you must also assess the wiring. It is likely that your 40 amp circuits are on too light a wire (I would bet they are #8 at best). Recommended in this install is #6.
283019
Could you run the output power through two fuses? The two 30 amp fuses would give you 60.
974747
Yes you can however you will need a controller capable of handling both panels. Most small inexpensive charge controllers handle 7 amps or less. Two 60 watt panels will produce more than 7 amps on a sunny day.
598122
The maximum size breaker in the transfer swich is a 2pole 30 amp. If you change the breakers the unit is no longer UL LISTED.
528588
No, you cannot. You need a NEMA 6-50, however, it should be pretty easy to change the outlet. (that is if the existing circuit is wired with the proper gauge wire - 6GA I think - on its own dedicated 40A breaker)
848915
You will need a single pull 60amp breaker with #6 wire with only two wire with a ground. So its call 6-2 wire. I first got the 6-3 but didnt need the third wire and it was about 30.00 cheaper for a 100ft roll.
1758249
The Titan N-120 is supposed to be a dual-pole 60 amp breaker, but mine is hooked to a dual-pole 50 amp and it works fine. You have an N-160 which recommends 4 or 6 gauge wire and a dual-pole 70 amp breaker. What size are you trying to use?
528586
No, you cannot. You need a NEMA 6-50, however, it should be pretty easy to change the outlet.(that is if the existing circuit is wired with the proper gauge wire - 6GA I think - on its own dedicated 40A breaker)
851001
iit all depends what size generator you are using. if its 7500 no . it woun't work need 30 amp 2pole breaker
1014467
I am sure that you can (unless your breaker won't take it). You could even cut the ends and wire them together if you want uniformity in spacing.
848914
Hi. My home was also, an my electrical knowledge was limited at best... Upon googling, I learned that I just needed to make sure I had room for a 60 amp double pole breaker, (which I did)... Went to the hardware store with one of my old breakers (so they could see which style box I had), and they showed me which breaker style I needed. Other then that, I just had to buy 30' of number 6 wire. I got the kind that has 3 in 1 basically.
2245963
It should work for you. However you will be limited to the breakers in transfer. Even though you could switch 15 for a 20 or a 30 amp breaker you are limited in the amount of total breakers. If this unit is equil to what you want to run then you will be ok.
805966
Chris is right to change two 40 breakers for 60's, assuming they are not already in use. If they are in use you will have to add new breakers if room allows or you will need a bigger box.
1102107
Since you are in CA, it probably would be fine unless it gets really cold in the winter. That said, since you have 2 60 amp breakers already installed to the location, why not be safe and use a bigger Stiebel Eltron (SE) that specifies 2 60 amp breakers. You can use less than your breakers can handle but never more. Without going to the trouble of looking up the various SEs, I think you would be better off with a SE tempra 28+ (+ if they make that version) IMHO.