Electric Tankless Water Heaters

Bosch Tronic 5000C and 6000C Whole House Series

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Whole House Electric Tankless Water Heaters
Bosch Tronic 5000C/6000C Models WH36, WH27, WH17

These whole house electric tankless water heaters offer the perfect solution for a wide range of commercial and residential applications. Click on the map icon to the left to view the recommended climate zone map for selecting the correct model for your needs.

Product Overview

The compact and powerful WH36, WH27 & WH17 electric tankless water heaters can be installed virtually anywhere for commercial or residential applications. Advantages include 97 % efficiency with minimal stand-by loss and a built-in flow sensor to ensure a constant output temperature to deliver endless hot water for 1-3 major applications at a time.*
* Dependent on location and model used.

Manuals and Literature

Warranty

Features & Benefits

Provides endless hot water for 1-3 major applications at a time*
97 % efficiency rating
Compact & lightweight
Electronic flow sensor
Element modulation provides a constant output temperature
Filter screen on inlet
Improved temperature stability & control
Enhanced scale resistance

*Dependent on location and model used.

Common Applications

Commercial tenant improvements (ie: office suite with an attached bathroom / shower)
Garage apartments
In-law suites
Smaller homes

Bosch Tronic 5000C WH36

5-year limited warranty on the heating modules.
2-year limited warranty on other component parts.

Bosch Tronic 6000C WH17 & WH27

5-year limited warranty on the heating modules.
2-year limited warranty on other component parts.

Bosch Tronic 5000C and 6000C Whole House Series	Bosch Tronic 5000C WH36	Bosch Tronic 6000C WH27	Bosch Tronic 6000C WH17
Applications	Whole House	Whole House	Whole House
GPM Output @ Temp Rise of 75°F Rise	3.3 GPM	2.4 GPM	1.6 GPM
GPM Output @ Temp Rise of 60°F Rise	4.1 GPM	3.0 GPM	2.0 GPM
GPM Output @ Temp Rise of 45°F Rise	5.4 GPM	3.5 GPM	2.3 GPM
Input (High/Low Setting, kW)	36.0 kW	26.85 kW	17.25 kW
Activation Flow Rate	0.6 GPM	0.8 GPM	0.6 GPM
Water Pressure Range	14.5 - 150 psi	15 - 150 psi	15 - 150 psi
Thermal Efficiency	97 %	97 %	97 %
Volts*	208-240 VAC	208-240 VAC	208-240 VAC
Amps
USA	180 (3 x 60 A)	120 (3 x 40 A*)	80 (2 x 40 A)
Canada	175 (1 x 175 A)††	120 (1 x 120A) †	80 (1 x 80 A) †
Minimum Wire Size
USA	6 AWG (6 conductors + ground)	8 AWG (6 conductors + ground)	8 AWG (4 conductors + ground)
Canada	1/0 AWG	2 AWG (2 conductors + ground)	4 AWG (2 conductors + ground)
Dimensions	20" x 12½ x 4½"	15¼" x 12½ x 4½"	15½" x 12½ x 4½"
Weight	26.5 lbs.	22 lbs.	20 lbs.
Water Fittings	¾" Male NPT	¾" Male NPT	¾" Male NPT
Recommended Minimum Installation Clearances
Top	12"	12"	12"
Bottom	6"	6"	6"
Sides	0"	0"	0"
Front	12"	12"	12"

^Specs are based on 240 V. Lesser voltage (220 V or 208 V) will result in reduced output
GPM: gallons per minute
NOTE: The unit will not provide an output temperature above 131˚F

IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS:
* The WH36 requires 180 amp circuit protection through three 60-amp circuit breakers. Your house MUST have at least 300 amp service.

** The WH27 requires 120 amps of electricity. This would be supplied through three 40-amp double-pole breakers in your breaker box. Your house MUST have at least 200 amp service.

*** The WH17 requires 80 amps of electricity. This would be supplied through two 40-amp double-pole breakers in your breaker box. Your house MUST have at least 150 amp service.

† In Canada unit must be wired to a single breaker. AE Canada Kit required.

†† In Canada the WH36 must be wired to an Engle 175 amp breaker. AE Canada Kit required.