Install Instructions

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General Information continued-
A sacrificial anode(s) is used to extend tank life. Removal of any anode,
except for inspection and/or replacement, w ill nullify the w arranty. In areas
w here w ater is unusually active, an odor may occur at the hot water faucet
due to a reaction betw een the sacrificial anode and impurities in the w ater.
If this should happen, an alternative anode(s) may be purchased from the
supplier that installed this water heater. This will minimize the odor while
protecting the tank. Additionally, the water heater should be flushed with
appropriate dissolvers to eliminate any bacteria.
INSTALLATION
Locating the Water Heater
This water heater MUST be installed indoors out of the wind and
weather.
This water heater shall NOT be installed in any location where gasoline
or flammable vapors are likely to be present, unless the installation is
such to eliminate the probable ignition of gasoline or flammable vapors.
The location this water heater is to be installed 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 w ater heater w here the floor is level and is easily
accessible to a power supply and water connections. It is recommended that
the w ater heater be located near the center of greatest hot w ater 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.
WARNING
This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm.
IMPORTANT
Before proceeding, please inspect the water heater and it’s components for
possible damage. DO NOT install any damaged components. If damage is
evident, please contact the supplier w here the w ater heater w as 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 shall be no materials stored against the water heater and
proper care shall 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.