Operating and Installation Instructions

Electric Water Heater (Household Use)

Model No. DH-6SM1

TABLE OF CONTENTS
BEFORE USING ELECTRIC WATER HEATER EN2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ………………………… EN2
PARTS IDENTIFICATION ………………………… EN4
ELB ACCESSORIES …………………………………… EN4

English
ELB Test
HOW TO USE ELECTRIC WATER HEATER EN5
HOW TO USE ……………………………………… EN5
MAINTENANCE …………………………………… EN5
DH-6SM1
Min Max ELB Reset
Push Up TROUBLESHOOTING……………………………… EN6
FILTER
FILTER
SPECIFICATIONS ………………………………… EN6
CLEANING
CLEANING

HOW TO INSTALL ELECTRIC WATER HEATER EN7

BEFORE INSTALLATION ………………………… EN7
HOW TO INSTALL ………………………………… EN8
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. TEST OPERATION ………………………………… EN11
• Please read these instructions carefully in order to use this
product correctly and safely.
• Before using this product, please give your special
attention to the SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
• Please keep this Operating and Installation Instructions for
future use.

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 BEFORE USING ELECTRIC WATER HEATER

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Make sure to follow these instructions

In order to prevent accidents or injuries to the user, other people and damage to property, please follow the
instructions below.
‫ ڦ‬The following indications indicate the degree of damage caused by incorrect operation.
Indicates risk of
WARNING Indicates serious
injury or death. CAUTION injury or property
damage.
‫ ڦ‬The symbols are classified and explained as follows.

This symbol indicates requirement that

This symbol indicates prohibition.
must be followed.

WARNING
ƪ If the ELB Reset Lever cannot be reset even if you push it up or if it soon slides down during
operation, do not use the appliance and contact the authorized dealer immediately to avoid a hazard
to users such as damage to property, serious injury or death. Never fix the ELB Reset Lever forcibly
with tape and such.
ƪ Do not insert finger or other objects into the appliance to avoid physical and electric shock hazards.
ƪ Do not replace any other parts of the appliance with spare parts other than genuine parts.
• Parts for other models will not fit to this model and may cause hazardous condition to user.
ƪ Do not spray water to the appliance nor put wet towels on it to avoid from coming into contact with
any live parts and such, in order to prevent smoke emission, ignition, fire and electric shock hazards.
ƪ Do not disassemble, repair or modify the appliance. It may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
• Please contact your Service Centre for repairing.
ƪ This appliance is not to be used for a potable water supply.

ƪ The appliance must be earthed. Improper grounding could cause electric shock.

ƪ Stop using the appliance when any abnormality / failure occurs and switch off the Miniature Circuit
Breaker (MCB). (Risk of smoke / fire / electric shock / scalding)
Example of abnormality or failure:
• The ELB Reset Lever cannot be reset. Please refer to "TEST OPERATION" at page EN11.
• Burnt odor or smoke is detected during operation.
• The Front Plate or Back Plate is deformed or abnormally hot.
• The Outlet Water temperature become extremely hot.
→ Contact an authorized dealer immediately for maintenance / repair.

ƪ This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
ƪ Make sure the voltage indicated on the label of the appliance is the same as your local supply.
ƪ Pay attention to water temperature when reducing the volume of water. The water temperature will
become very hot if the water flow rate is too low.
ƪ When the appliance is used by someone such as child, old person, sick person and physically
handicapped person, the person responsible for their safety is kindly requested to pay attention and
check the water temperature by using hand from time to time.

EN2

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 WARNING
ƪ Switch off the Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) before any service to avoid electric shock hazards.
ƪ In time of lightning / thunder, switch off the Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) in advance to protect the
appliance against possible damage.
ƪ Inspect the built-in ELB (once a month) to avoid a hazard to users such as damage to property,
serious injury or death. Please refer to "TEST OPERATION" at page EN11.
ƪ Inspect the Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) once a month to ensure no faulty on the household
earthing system that will lead to electric shock hazard.
ƪ The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by incorrect installation or failure to follow the
instruction indicated in the Operating and Installation Instructions.

CAUTION
ƪ Never use benzene, thinner, bleaching agent and such for cleaning purpose to avoid smoke
emission, ignition, fire and electric shock hazards.
ƪ Avoid using dirty water as it may affect heater performance and other components.
ƪ Do not block the Water Outlet with hand, towel or bend the shower hose (not provided). The water
flow rate will drop and water temperature may become very hot.
ƪ In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not
be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is
regularly switched on and off by the utility.
ƪ Do not switch on if there is possibility the water in the appliance is frozen.
ƪ Never fix the appliance forcibly with tape or adhesives. Strictly follow all the instructions given for
installation. (See page EN7-EN11 "HOW TO INSTALL ELECTRIC WATER HEATER".)

English
ƪ Please make sure the O Ring is not removed and shall be free from foreign particle to avoid water
leaking.
ƪ Press the ON/OFF DP (Double Pole) Switch before and after each usage.
ƪ Always turn on the Cold Water Faucet first and then adjust the Hot Water Faucet to get the desired
water temperature. So as to avoid the danger of scalding when operating this appliance.
ƪ This product is intended for household use only.
ƪ Please read the instructions before proceeding to maintenance. (See page EN5-EN6
"MAINTENANCE".)
ƪ The appliance is intended to be permanently connected to the water mains and not connected by a
hose-set.
ƪ Before installation, make sure the water flow pressure is under the allowable rated pressure as stated
on Specifications table. (See page EN6 "SPECIFICATIONS".)

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 PARTS IDENTIFICATION
Parts not included Earth
Flexible Cord
(Not included)

ON/OFF DP (Double Pole) Switch

Front Plate
Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB)

ELB Lamp
ELB
ELB Test Button Filter Body Assembly
ELB Test
O Ring
Temperature Control Knob
ELB Reset Lever
Min Max ELB Reset
Push Up

FILTER
FILTER
FILTER
CLEANING
CLEANING
CLEANING
Filter Unit
Filter Knob
Faucet

Hot Water Faucet

Water Inlet

Cold Water Faucet Main Water Valve

Water Outlet

Parts not included

Note:
• It is recommended to make the cold water and hot water mixing piping as illustrated.

ACCESSORIES
Description Items

(Ø6 × 25) mm (M4.1 × 25) mm

Installation Packing Wall Plug (4 pcs) Screw (4 pcs)

Note:
• When removing the appliance from package, some water may be found inside. This is normal as the appliance is
tested during the manufacturing process.

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 HOW TO USE ELECTRIC WATER HEATER
Note:
• The water temperature lowers as the volume of water is increased by opening the Faucet and water temperature rises
as the volume of water is decreased by closing the Faucet.
• In case of continuous usage at high temperature setting, water temperature will increase and may cause the control
device to activate temporarily resulting in water temperature to drop.
• If you use water at more than one point, the water pressure will drop and the water flow may become weak or the
water temperature may rise. However, this is not a sign of any trouble. Adjust the Hot Water Faucet to a proper level.
• Do not switch on if there is possibility the water in the heater is frozen.

HOW TO USE
Turn on the Main Water Valve.
Switch on the Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) and the ON/OFF DP (Double Pole) Switch.
Push the ELB Reset Lever up if it is down.

ELB ELB ELB

ELB Test ELB Test ELB Test

Min Max ELB Reset Min Max ELB Reset Min Max ELB Reset
Push Up Push Up Push Up

FILTER FILTER
FILTER
FILTER FILTER
CLEANING
CLEANING CLEANING
CLEANING
CLEANING CLEANING
CLEANING

Push ELB: On condition ELB: Off condition

ELB

Set the Temperature Control Knob to the desired position.

(a) When the Temperature Control Knob is set to "Min", temperature level
is low.

English
(b) When the Temperature Control Knob is set to "Max", temperature level
is high.
Min Max

Turn on the Hot Water Faucet. The ELB Lamp will light up once the
appliance operates.

CAUTION Avoid using dirty water as it may affect heater

performance and other components.
Always turn on the Cold Water Faucet first and then
adjust the Hot Water Faucet to get the desired water
temperature. So as to avoid the danger of scalding when
operating this appliance.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING Switch off the Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) before any
service to avoid electric shock hazards.

1. Inspection on the built-in ELB.

Inspect the built-in ELB (once a month) to avoid a hazard to users such as damage to property, serious injury or
death.
• Make sure the appliance is in on condition.
• Press the ELB Test Button. If the ELB is in normal condition, ELB Reset Lever will slide down.
• Push up the ELB Reset Lever to reset the ELB.

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 2. Main body cleaning.
Be sure to switch off the Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) beforehand.
• Clean it with moist cloth.
• Never use benzene, thinner, detergent, bleach and such for cleaning purpose.
• Do not spray water to the appliance, nor put wet towels on it.
• Make sure to use suitable cloth to clean the Main body surface to avoid scratch.

Note:
• Do not place any material on the appliance.

3. Filter Unit cleaning. (Filter Unit is fixed to Filter Knob)

• Clean the Filter Unit with water every week.
• Clean the Filter Unit when you feel that hot water is not drawn O Ring
normally.
Filter Unit
Please make sure the O Ring

CAUTION is not removed and shall be

free from foreign particle to
avoid water leaking.

TROUBLESHOOTING
1. Check the following points before asking for repair.
Symptom Points to be checked
Water is not drawn normally. • Check whether any leakage of the water connections.
• Check the Filter Unit. Clean the Filter Unit if it is clog by stain and dirt.
No hot water comes out from the • Check whether the water and electrical connections comply with the Specifications
Water Outlet. as indicated.
(no electrical supply to the • Make sure to switch on the ON/OFF DP (Double Pole) Switch.
appliance) • Make sure to switch on the Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB).
• Make sure the ELB Reset Lever is not slide down.
Push up the ELB Reset Lever to reset the ELB (refer to "TEST OPERATION" at
page EN11).
No water flows out from the • Make sure the Main Water Valve is opened.
appliance at all. • Check whether the water supply is there.
• Check whether inlet water supply connected to the Filter Body Assembly.

2. If abnormalities as mentioned below are found during use, do not use the appliance and contact an authorized
dealer immediately.
• Water leakage.
• Water temperature cannot be controlled.
• ELB Lamp does not light up.
3. Special skill is required for repairing. Never try to repair the appliance by yourself.

SPECIFICATIONS
Power Supply 230 V a.c. 60 Hz

Power Consumption 6000 W

Temperature Control 32 °C (minimum) 50 °C (approx.)

Min. Water Pressure 0.02 MPa / 0.2 kgf/cm2 / 2.9 psi

Max. Water Pressure 0.6 MPa / 6.12 kgf/cm2 / 87.0 psi

Dimension (Approx.)
195 mm x 233 mm × 112 mm
H ×W × D
Weight (Approx.) 2.0 kg

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 HOW TO INSTALL ELECTRIC WATER HEATER For Installer

WARNING
ƪ Do not install, remove or reinstall the appliance by yourself.
• Improper installation will cause leakage, electric shock, fire or injury. Installation and wiring must be done
by competent personnel.
ƪ Do not share the inlet and outlet pipe of the appliance with other outlets. The pressure may drop due
to water being drawn off at other point. The water temperature may become very hot.

ƪ The appliance must be earthed. Improper grounding could cause electric shock.

ƪ This appliance should be installed and serviced by competent personnel and only genuine spare
parts should be used. If not, it may cause fire or result in improper operation.
ƪ During installation process make sure electrical and water supplies are turned off.
ƪ Use the appliance under the allowable rated voltage conditions. If not, it may cause an electric shock
or fire.
ƪ Proper size of Flexible Cord and electric wiring must be installed to avoid smoke emission and fire
hazards.
ƪ The appliance must be permanently connected to the electric supply through the ON/OFF DP
(double pole) Switch having a contact separation of at least 3 mm in all poles incorporated in the
fixed wiring. This switch must be clearly identifiable but out of reach of a person using a fixed bath
or shower.
ƪ Use the attached accessories parts for installation.

CAUTION

English
ƪ This appliance must be installed indoor only.
ƪ Flexible Cord must enter the appliance through designated point only (do not make additional holes).
ƪ Ensure this appliance is not installed at the place where water existence will lead to smoke
emission, ignition, fire, electric shock and damage to property.

BEFORE INSTALLATION
• Installation must be done by competent personnel.
• All plumbing works must be completed.
• Use appropriate pipes for the inlet and outlet connections which can withstand high temperature and pressure.
• Make sure the water flow pressure under the allowable rated pressure conditions.
Min. water pressure 0.02 MPa / 0.2 kgf/cm2 / 2.9 psi
Max. water pressure 0.6 MPa / 6.12 kgf/cm2 / 87.0 psi

• Measure the water pressure as illustrated. Water should flow

out of the Hose 2.0 m above the Main Water Valve.

2.0 m

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 HOW TO INSTALL
Note:
• During installation process, make sure electrical and water supplies are turned off.

1. Where to install the appliance.

• Install the appliance in indoor with frost-free weather proof locations only.
Be sure to install the appliance on the wall as illustrated in
WARNING Figure 1 (vertical position with the inlet pipe and outlet pipe
pointing downward).

• Do not install the appliance away from the wall surface as shown in Figure 2.
• Select a suitable location with easy access of electrical and water supplies.
• Avoid installations which expose the appliance to any of the following conditions:
- Installation in frost.
- Voltage input exceeding the specified voltage.
Figure 1 Figure 2

Ensure this appliance is not installed at the place where water

CAUTION existence will lead to smoke emission, ignition, fire, electric
shock and damage to property.

2. How to remove the Front Plate.

• Make sure the Temperature Control Knob at "Min" position.
• Remove the Screw at the bottom of the appliance. Temperature Control Knob
• Lift up the Temperature Control Knob to make it free. Make sure
the Temperature Control Knob is not detached from the Front Plate.
Front Plate
• Remove the Front Plate first at the bottom and then unhook the top part.

Note:
• Temperature Control Knob is attached to Front Plate
(No need to pull out). OUTL
ET
Screw
LET

3. How to fix the appliance.

Please fix the appliance based on the dimension below:

182.50 mm

Screw Screw

157.50 mm

Screw
Screw

13.50 mm
7.50 mm 120.00 mm 55.00 mm

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 Note:
• For same level holes, use suitable tool to ensure the hole levelness.

Make 4 holes for Wall Hook at the wall by means of 25 mm

Wall Plug
a drill. Drive the Wall Plug into each hole.
Ø6 mm

Insert the Flexible Cord to the appliance through Figure 3 as shown below:
• Cutting the Fitting Rubber which is attached to the Back Plate, and pass the Flexible Cord through it.

Flexible Cord

Fitting Rubber

Figure 3

Flexible Cord must enter the appliance through designated

CAUTION point only (do not make additional holes).

Mount the appliance on the wall with 4 Screws. Wall Plug Back Plate
Drive each Screw into the two upper Wall Plugs through the
screw holes on the Back Plate.

English
After tighten up the two upper Screws, tighten up the remaining
Wall
two Screws.

Ensure the set fixed tightly on the wall by shaking it left and right. Wall Plug Back Plate

Note:
• The Back Plate must be mounted with 4 Screws.
Wall

4. Electric wiring.
• Make sure rated electrical supply is supplied to this appliance.
ƪ Proper size of Flexible Cord and electric wiring must be
WARNING installed to avoid smoke emission and fire hazards.
ƪ The appliance must be permanently connected to the
electric supply through the ON/OFF DP (double pole) Switch
having a contact separation of at least 3 mm in all poles
incorporated in the fixed wiring. This switch must be clearly
identifiable but out of reach of a person using a fixed bath or
shower.

Lead the Flexible Cord connected to ELB terminal

inside the appliance: Earth
Flexible Cord 4.0 mm2, double-coated cable.
ON/OFF DP
(double pole) Switch

Flexible Cord Miniature Circuit

Breaker (MCB)

FILTER
CLEANING

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 Unscrew the cord holder and fix the cable. Strip the cable (coating).
Loosen the screw and fasten the live wire (L) and neutral wire (N) to the ELB (L,N); insert the earth wire
under the Earth Plate to the Ground Point with 1 N.m (10 kgf.cm) torque. Fix back the cord holder to its
position to clamp the cable.

Earth Plate

13 mm 40 mm 5 mm
L
N

50 mm
13 mm
L N 1 N.m
Ground Point
ELB Terminal

Connect wires in correct polarity (L,N).

• Connecting wires in wrong polarity (L,N) causes an abnormal condition which may lead to electric leaking, burning,
and such.
• Before wiring, please check polarity (L,N) with voltage range of a tester or voltmeter by connecting one terminal of
the tester to earth while the other to one of the Power Supply terminal.
• When the needle of the tester deflects greatly, the polarity of the Power Supply terminal is "L".

Main Power Board

Earth Power-Supply
Tester Terminals

Earth Rod.

The appliance must be earthed. Improper grounding could

WARNING cause electric shock.

• Earth Rod handling procedure. Select adapter place to bury the optional Earth Rod (DQ-6H) for at least 70 cm
below ground surface.
• Ensure that the ground resistance is less than 100  . If it is not, drive the Rod deeper into ground surface or use 2
or 3 Rods.
Burying tool (Bevel Style) Connection (Parallel Style) Connection
Earth Rod
70 cm at least 70 cm at least
70 cm at least
Ground
Surface 1m About 2 m About 2 m

5. Piping installation procedure.

Note:
• Make sure no water leaks from pipe connection.
• When glue is used for external piping connection, must wait for the glue to dry before proceeded to test run with
water.

Do not share the inlet pipe of the appliance with other outlets.
WARNING The pressure may drop due to water being drawn off at other
point. The water temperature may become very hot.

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 Main Body (1) Tee joint must be installed between the
Main Water Valve and Flexible Pipe.
(2) Place Rubber Packing between Filter
Body Assembly and Flexible Pipe.
FILTER
CLEANING
ELB Reset Do not use Piping Tape. Tighten it by
Lever spanner firmly.
Filter Body
Thread FILTER
CLEANING

Assembly
End
Water
Outlet Rubber
(2)
Packing Main Water
Use Flexible Pipe
Valve Remark:
Minimum length
150 mm It is desirable to make the piping as short
Tee Joint Water Inlet and linear as possible because the longer
(1) the distance from the appliance to the
Main Water Faucet, greater influence may be caused
Valve on the hot water temperature due to
Parts not increase in resistance and change in water
included temperature.

6. How to fix the Front Plate. Back Plate

Front Plate
Make sure the Temperature Control Knob on "D-Cut" Position
Front Plate and "D-Cut" at "Min" position. ELB

Close the Front Plate of the appliance ELB Test

OFF position
according to the sequence as illustrated Min Max ELB Reset
Push Up

FILTER

(Close from top to bottom).

CLEANING
FILTER
FILTER
CLEANING
CLEANING

Press the Temperature Control Knob.

Fix the Screw at the bottom of the appliance. Front Plate Front Plate

English
Back Min

Max
ELB

Note: Plate

EL
B
Te
st
ELB ELB

EL sh
Pu
B
Re
Up
se
ELB Test

t
ELB Test

• Do not push the ELB Test Button when fixing Max

ELB Reset
Push Up
Press Max
ELB Reset
Push Up
OUTL
ET

the Front Plate.

Min
Min

LET
FILTER
CLEANING
FILTER

Screw
CLEANING

TEST OPERATION
ƪ Inspect the built-in ELB (once a month) to avoid a hazard to
WARNING users such as damage to property, serious injury or death.
ƪ If the ELB Reset Lever cannot be reset even if you push it
up or if it soon slides down during operation, do not use the
appliance and contact an authorized dealer immediately to
avoid a hazard to users such as damage to property, serious
injury or death. Never fix the ELB Reset Lever forcibly with
tape and such.

1. • Turn on the Main Water Valve.

• Check if water leaks from the Pipe Line.
2. • Before switch on electricity check the wiring.
• Switch on the Miniature Circuit Breaker (MCB) and the ON/OFF DP (Double Pole) Switch.
• ELB Lamp (red) will light up. (Push up the ELB Reset Lever if it is down)
• Push the ELB Test Button.
- It is normal if the ELB Lamp goes off (the ELB Reset Lever falls) and ELB

push the ELB Reset Lever up. ELB Test

3. • Open the Hot Water Faucet and set the temperature by turning the Temperature
Control Knob. Min Max ELB Reset
Push Up

• Set the Temperature Control Knob between "Min" to "Max".

FILTER
FILTER
CLEANING
CLEANING

4. • Regulate the Hot Water Faucet so that the hot water temperature becomes optimum.
• Too hot : Further open the Cold Water Faucet. Push
: Check for clogging of the piping.
• Too cold : Reduce the volume of water from the Cold Water Faucet or further open the Hot Water Faucet. EN11

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