Installation / Operation Instruction Manual

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Maintenance continued-
6. At least once a year, check the combination temperature and pressure relief
valve to ensure that the valve has not become encrusted with lime. Lift the
lever at the lever at the top of the valve several times until the valve seats
properly without leaking and operates freely.
7. Monthly drain off a gallon of water to remove silt and sediment.
8. If the combination temperature and pressure relief valve on the appliance
discharges periodically, this may be due to thermal expansion in a closed
water supply system. Contact the water supplier or local plumbing inspector on
how to correct this situation. Do not plug the combination temperature and
pressure relief valve outlet.
9. A combination sacrificial anode rod/hot water outlet nipple has been installed to
extend tank life. The anode rod should be inspected periodically (every 2
years) and replaced when necessary to prolong tank life. Water conditions in
your area will influence the time interval for inspection and replacement of the
anode rod. Contact the plumbing professional who installed the water heater,
or the manufacturer listed on the rating plate for anode replacement
information. The use of a water softener may increase the speed of anode
consumption. More frequent inspection of the anode is needed when using
softened (or phosphate treated) water.
WARNING
When lifting lever of the combination temperature and pressure relief
valve, hot water will be released under pressure. Be careful that any
released water does not result in bodily injury or property damage.
WARNING
Do not run out of propane gas. Damage to the water heater may occur.
WARNING
THIS WATER MAY BE HOT.