Service manual

7. For models using gas valve with round control knob, turn
gas valve knob counterclockwise to “ON”.
7a. For models using gas valve with red control arm, slide red
control arm clockwise to “ON”.
8. Turn on all electric power to the appliance.
9. Set thermostat to desired setting.
10. If ignition of the pilot and main burner is not established
in approximately one minute, turn the electrical power
supply to the heater “OFF” and then back “ON”. This will
reset the ignition cycle.
11. Repeat step 10 until ignition of the pilot and main burner
is established.
12. If the appliance will not operate, follow the instructions
“To Turn Off Gas To Appliance” and call your service
technician or gas supplier.
13. Check all pipe connections in the gas line and at the gas
valve for gas leaks. Use a soap and water solution for this
operation. NEVER USE AN OPEN FLAME FOR
THIS PURPOSE.
14. Damper must be in open position when appliance main
burner is operating.
150158 Rev. 2 August - 2010
BEFORE PLACING THIS WATER HEATER IN OPERATION SEE “CONDENSATION” ON PAGE 12
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING
WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
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A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which
automatically lights the pilot. Do not
try to light the pilot
by hand.
B. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area
for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas
is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any phone
in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s
phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas valve knob.
Never use tools. If the knob will not push in or turn by
hand, don’t try to repair it, call a qualified service
technician. Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or
explosion.
D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water.
Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect
the appliance and to replace any part of the control system
and any gas control which has been under water.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Set the thermostat to lowest setting.
2. Turn off all electrical power to the appliance if service is to
be performed.
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
3. Turn the gas valve knob clockwise to “OFF”
position.
1. STOP! Read the safety warnings above on this label.
2. Set the thermostat to lowest setting.
3. Turn off all electrical power to the appliance.
4. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which
automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light the pilot
by hand.
5. For models using gas valve with round control knob, turn
gas valve knob clockwise to “OFF”.
5a. For models using gas valve with red control arm, depress
red control arm and slide counterclockwise to
“OFF”.
6. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. If you then
smell gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the safety information
above on this label. If you don’t smell gas, go to next step.
GAS VALVE CONTROL SHOWN IN “OFF” POSITION
Note: Gas valve Robertshaw 7010 does not have a manual “on / off” knob