Instructions / Assembly

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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.
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