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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or
explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
Be sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before attempting to install
or operate this water heater. It may save you time and cost. Pay particular attention to the
Safety Instructions. Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious bodily injury or
death. Should you have problems understanding the instructions in this manual, or have any
questions, STOP, and get help from a qualified service technician, or the local electric utility.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION
CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Have the installer show you the location of the circuit breaker and how to shut it off if
necessary. Turn off the circuit breaker if the water heater has been subjected to overheating,
fire, flood, physical damage or if the ECO fails to shut off.
● Read this manual entirely before installing
or operating the water heater.
● Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in this Use and Care
Manual.
● Be sure your appliance is properly installed
in accordance with local codes and the
provided installation instructions.
● DO NOT attempt to repair or replace
any part of your water heater unless it is
specifically recommended in this manual.
All other servicing should be referred to a
qualified technician.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
California Law requires that all new and replacement water heaters, and all existing
residential water heaters, must be braced, anchored, or strapped to resist falling or horizontal
displacement due to earthquake motion. At a minimum, any water heater shall be secured
in accordance with the California Plumbing Code, or modifications made thereto by a city,
county, or city and county pursuant to Section 17958.5. Generic instructions for California
titled “Guidelines for Earthquake Bracing Residential Water Heaters” can be obtained by:
• Writing the California, Department of General Services, Division of State Architect, 1102 Q
Street, Suite 5100, Sacramento, CA 95814
• Calling [phone]
• Following web address:
https://www.dgs.ca.gov/-/media/Divisions/DSA/Publications/gas_shutoff/waterheaterbracing