Installation / Operation Instruction Manual

General Information continued-

while protecting the tank. Additionally, the water heater should be flushed

with appropriate dissolvers to eliminate any bacteria.

WARNING

This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm.

INSTALLATION

Locating The Water Heater

This water heater MUST be installed indoors out of the wind and

weather.

This water heater must NOT be installed in any location where gasoline

or flammable vapors are likely to be present, unless the installation is

such to eliminate the ignition of gasoline or flammable vapors.

The location for the installation of this water heater is of utmost importance.

Before installing this water heater, consult the installation section of these

instructions. After reading these installation and operating instructions, select

a location for the water heater where the floor is level and is easily

accessible to a power supply and water connections.

It is recommended that the water heater be located near the center of

greatest hot water usage to prevent heat loss through the pipes. DO NOT

locate the water heater where water lines could be subjected to

freezing temperatures. Locate the water heater so that access panels

and drain valves are accessible.

IMPORTANT

Before proceeding, please inspect the water heater and its components for

possible damage. DO NOT install any damaged components. If damage is

evident, please contact the supplier where the water heater was purchased

or the manufacturer listed on the rating plate for replacement parts.

WARNING

Water heaters are heat-producing appliances. To avoid damage or injury,

there must be no materials stored against the water heater and proper care

must be taken to avoid unnecessary contact (especially by children) with

the water heater. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL FLAMMABLE

MATERIALS, SUCH AS GASOLINE OR PAINT THINNER BE USED OR

STORED IN THE VICINITY OF THIS WATER HEATER OR ANY

LOCATION FROM WHICH FUMES COULD REACH THE WATER

HEATER.