Installation / Operation Instruction Manual

General Operation continued-

Burner Flame Check

Steel Burner: These models are equipped with self-adjusting air mixture and

do not have an adjustable air shutter (See Figure 12). At periodic intervals, a

visual check of the main burner and pilot flames should be made to determine if

they are burning properly. The main burner flame should light smoothly from

the pilot.

Figure 12

DANGER

Hotter water increases the risk of scald injury. Scalding may occur within

five (5) seconds at a temperature setting of 140°F (60°C). To protect

against hot water injury, install an ASSE approved mixing valve in the

water system. This valve will reduce point of discharge temperature by

mixing cold and hot water in branch water lines. A licensed plumbing

professional or local plumbing authority should be consulted.

Note: This water heater is equipped with an energy cut out device to

prevent overheating. Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to

shut off, turn off the manual gas control valve to the appliance and call a

qualified service technician.

Note: Whenever the water heater is filled with cold water, condensate will

form on the cool tank surface and drops of water will fall on the hot burner

and combustion chamber surfaces producing a “sizzling” noise.

Condensation is normal and does not indicate a leak. It will disappear

when the tank becomes heated.

WARNING

Do not run out of propane gas. Damage to the water heater may occur.