Instructions / Assembly

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A. Do turn off manual gas shut-off valve if water heater has
been subjected to over heating, fire, flood, physical
damage or if gas supply fails to shut off.
B. DO NOT turn on water heater unless it is filled with water.
C. DO NOT turn on water heater if cold water supply shut-off
valve is closed.
D. DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
and liquids, such as adhesives or paint thinner, in vicinity
of this or any other appliance. If such flammables must be
used, open doors and windows for ventilation, and all gas
burning appliances in vicinity should be shut off, including
their pilot lights, to avoid vapors igniting.
NOTICE: Flammable vapors may be drawn by air currents from
surrounding areas to the water heater.
E. DO NOT allow combustible materials such as newspaper,
rags or mops to accumulate near water heater.
F. If there is any difficulty in understanding or following
the OPERATION or MAINTENANCE instructions, it is
recommended that a qualified person or serviceman
perform the work.
WARNING:
Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot water system served
by this water heater that has not been used for a long period
of time (generally two weeks or more). HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! To dissipate such gas and to
reduce risk of injury, it is recommended that the hot water
faucet be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink
before using any electrical appliance connected to the hot
water system. If hydrogen is present, there will probably be
an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe as
the water begins to flow. DO NOT smoke or use an open flame
near the faucet at the time it is open.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. TEMPERATURE SETTINGS — The temperature is adjusted
to the lowest setting when shipped from the factory. To meet
residential water use needs, the temperature on this water
heater is adjustable up to 160°F (71° C). However, water
temperatures over 125°F (52°C) can cause severe burns
instantly or death from scalds. This is the preferred starting
point for setting the control for supplying general purpose hot
water.
Safety and energy conservation are factors to be considered
when setting the water temperature. The most energy efficient
operation will result when the temperature setting is the lowest
that satisfies the needs consistent with the application.
DANGER:
Hotter water increases the potential for hot water SCALDS.
When this water heater is supplying general purpose hot water
requirements for individuals, a thermostatically controlled
mixing valve for reducing point of use water temperature
is recommended. Contact a licensed plumber or the local
plumbing authority for further information.
Outlet water temperature will vary during normal operating
cycles. Reliable temperature readings should be taken shortly
after main burner cycles off during a period of little or no use.
2. EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN —
WARNING:
Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off,
turn off the manual gas control valve to the appliance.
DO NOT use this appliance if any part has been under water.
Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the
appliance and to replace any part of the control system or any
gas control which has been under water.
If the water heater has been subjected to fire or physical
damage, turn off gas at the manual gas control (shut-off)
valve. DO NOT operate the water heater again until it has been
checked out by a qualified
service technician.
OPERATION
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