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 insure 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 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 that 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 consumption. More
frequent inspection of the anode is needed when using softened (or phosphate
treated) water.
The vent system must be inspected at least once a year to ensure against
leakage of exhaust products.
Contact your supplier or plumbing professional for replacement parts or contact
the company at the address given on the rating plate of the water heater.
Provide the part name, model and serial numbers of the water heater when
ordering parts.
WARNING
THIS WATER MAY BE HOT .
CAUTION
FOR YOUR SAFETY, DO NOT ATTEMPT REPAIR OF COMBINATION
GAS CONTROL, BURNERS OR GAS PIPING. REFER REPAIRS TO A
QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN.