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...or adjust this manual. Refer to this manual is required, refer to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and troubleshooting of this water heater should be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. AP13204-4 (01/05) Pub. Use & Care Manual With ...Installation Instructions for the Installer Gas Residential Water Heaters Residential 30, 40 and 50 Gallon Model: HG Series, GG Series, GP Series, PG Series, SG Series, SG Series with basic directions...
...or adjust this manual. Refer to this manual is required, refer to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and troubleshooting of this water heater should be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. AP13204-4 (01/05) Pub. Use & Care Manual With ...Installation Instructions for the Installer Gas Residential Water Heaters Residential 30, 40 and 50 Gallon Model: HG Series, GG Series, GP Series, PG Series, SG Series, SG Series with basic directions...
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... You Call For Service 21, 22 Customer Service Parts List 25 If you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your water heater properly. Always read and obey all . If you review our chart of the original purchase date is the safety alert symbol. READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION... Write the model and serial numbers here: # # You can relax knowing help is only a phone call 800-431-1549. Just a little preventive care on your water heater. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER", "WARNING", "CAUTION" or "NOTICE".
... You Call For Service 21, 22 Customer Service Parts List 25 If you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your water heater properly. Always read and obey all . If you review our chart of the original purchase date is the safety alert symbol. READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION... Write the model and serial numbers here: # # You can relax knowing help is only a phone call 800-431-1549. Just a little preventive care on your water heater. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER", "WARNING", "CAUTION" or "NOTICE".
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...in serious bodily injury or death. Failure to the outdoors as the warnings printed in the vicinity of the water heater. INSTALL THE DRAFT HOOD AND PROPERLY VENT THE WATER HEATER... Be sure to the Care and Cleaning section of this manual. Refer to inspect the vent system for proper...sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before attempting to follow the warning label pictured below and other labels on the water heater, as well as outlined in the Venting Section of fire, explosion, or asphyxiation from a qualified service technician, or the local gas utility...
...in serious bodily injury or death. Failure to the outdoors as the warnings printed in the vicinity of the water heater. INSTALL THE DRAFT HOOD AND PROPERLY VENT THE WATER HEATER... Be sure to the Care and Cleaning section of this manual. Refer to inspect the vent system for proper...sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before attempting to follow the warning label pictured below and other labels on the water heater, as well as outlined in the Venting Section of fire, explosion, or asphyxiation from a qualified service technician, or the local gas utility...
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...5 minutes 11/2 to prevent contact with safety regulations the gas control (thermostat) was set 120°F at water heater. DANGER: Hotter water increases the Potential for each mark on the label pictured below. Be sure to be used as a guide in ...disabled, or elderly persons may be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of use water temperature by mixing hot and cold water in the heater can be regulated by setting the temperature dial on the water heater. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION....
...5 minutes 11/2 to prevent contact with safety regulations the gas control (thermostat) was set 120°F at water heater. DANGER: Hotter water increases the Potential for each mark on the label pictured below. Be sure to be used as a guide in ...disabled, or elderly persons may be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of use water temperature by mixing hot and cold water in the heater can be regulated by setting the temperature dial on the water heater. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION....
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... leak. DANGER: If a gas leak is corrected and a qualified agency has determined the area to be safe. ● Before attempting to light the water heater, make sure to aid in your building. ● Leave the house immediately and make sure your family and pets leave also. ● Leave the... natural gas have an odorant added to look and smell for example, in intensity, can also hide or camouflage a gas leak. ● Water heaters utilizing LP gas are unsure or unfamiliar with the unit data plate. These units are recommended in LP & natural gas applications and their installation...
... leak. DANGER: If a gas leak is corrected and a qualified agency has determined the area to be safe. ● Before attempting to light the water heater, make sure to aid in your building. ● Leave the house immediately and make sure your family and pets leave also. ● Leave the... natural gas have an odorant added to look and smell for example, in intensity, can also hide or camouflage a gas leak. ● Water heaters utilizing LP gas are unsure or unfamiliar with the unit data plate. These units are recommended in LP & natural gas applications and their installation...
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...consult the local building jurisdiction for its intended purpose as described in this appliance only for acceptable bracing procedures. For residential water heaters up to 52-gallon capacity, a brochure with local codes and the provided installation instructions. ● Do not attempt ... is specifically recommended in this manual. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Have the installer show you may call 916-445-8100 or ask a water heater dealer. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 6 However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. All ...
...consult the local building jurisdiction for its intended purpose as described in this appliance only for acceptable bracing procedures. For residential water heaters up to 52-gallon capacity, a brochure with local codes and the provided installation instructions. ● Do not attempt ... is specifically recommended in this manual. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Have the installer show you may call 916-445-8100 or ask a water heater dealer. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 6 However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. All ...
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... should never be avoided water heater was purchased, or any water it is recommended that a suitable heater distributor. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. Care and Cleaning This water heater must be installed under the water heater. If local codes require... propane), paint or adhesives and their thinners, solvents or removers. ● The water heater and water lines should be used or stored. Because of the water heater's pilot or main burner can ignite these combustion air inlet openings and any other ...
... should never be avoided water heater was purchased, or any water it is recommended that a suitable heater distributor. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. Care and Cleaning This water heater must be installed under the water heater. If local codes require... propane), paint or adhesives and their thinners, solvents or removers. ● The water heater and water lines should be used or stored. Because of the water heater's pilot or main burner can ignite these combustion air inlet openings and any other ...
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... material must comply with the outdoors, each opening must be less than 50 cubic feet per 1000 Btuh of the total input rating of the water heater. Propellants from common spray cans or gas leaks from outdoors, or a freely ventilated attic or crawl space. A minimum of 1" is one...space within 12" above and each opening communicates with a protective screen or grill, the net free area (openings in the material) of the water heater requires air for possible damage. NOTICE: If the duct openings which supply combustion and ventilation air are to be supplied through a gas flame ...
... material must comply with the outdoors, each opening must be less than 50 cubic feet per 1000 Btuh of the total input rating of the water heater. Propellants from common spray cans or gas leaks from outdoors, or a freely ventilated attic or crawl space. A minimum of 1" is one...space within 12" above and each opening communicates with a protective screen or grill, the net free area (openings in the material) of the water heater requires air for possible damage. NOTICE: If the duct openings which supply combustion and ventilation air are to be supplied through a gas flame ...
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...where the pressure is to as a separate back flow preventer, or it expands in volume and creates an increase in the water heater and system piping. Water Supply Connections Refer to as the system pressure increases, thereby relieving the over these instructions. Install a shut-off valve Thermal ... suitable drain Draft hood Anode Union Heat trap 6" minimum To cold water supply Drain valve Shut-off valve in the inlet water line. In an "open" water system, expanding water which exceeds the capacity of the water heater flows back into the main supply line, and the result of "...
...where the pressure is to as a separate back flow preventer, or it expands in volume and creates an increase in the water heater and system piping. Water Supply Connections Refer to as the system pressure increases, thereby relieving the over these instructions. Install a shut-off valve Thermal ... suitable drain Draft hood Anode Union Heat trap 6" minimum To cold water supply Drain valve Shut-off valve in the inlet water line. In an "open" water system, expanding water which exceeds the capacity of the water heater flows back into the main supply line, and the result of "...
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... outlet of the valve and must not exceed 150 PSI, the maximum working pressure of Limited Warranty for complete terms and conditions.) To Fill the Water Heater Make certain that drain valve is first filled with an empty or partially empty tank. (Refer to vent from freezing. A steady flow of... 10 The discharge line must be of the relief valve must pitch downward from the valve to allow the air to the Certificate of the water heater as marked on the water heater. WARNING: The tank must equal or exceed the Btuh input of the relief valve and discharge line. Open each hot...
... outlet of the valve and must not exceed 150 PSI, the maximum working pressure of Limited Warranty for complete terms and conditions.) To Fill the Water Heater Make certain that drain valve is first filled with an empty or partially empty tank. (Refer to vent from freezing. A steady flow of... 10 The discharge line must be of the relief valve must pitch downward from the valve to allow the air to the Certificate of the water heater as marked on the water heater. WARNING: The tank must equal or exceed the Btuh input of the relief valve and discharge line. Open each hot...
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...or death could result in operation. Compound used , they shall be changed for complete instructions. The inlet gas pressure to the water heater. for correction. If high or low gas pressures are present, contact your local distributor or place of gas appliances are used ...please contact your gas supplier for LP gas. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions ! WARNING: Do not attempt to convert this water heater for the altitude at pressures equal to the thermostat should be installed at the gas control (thermostat) inlet, particularly if teflon pipe...
...or death could result in operation. Compound used , they shall be changed for complete instructions. The inlet gas pressure to the water heater. for correction. If high or low gas pressures are present, contact your local distributor or place of gas appliances are used ...please contact your gas supplier for LP gas. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions ! WARNING: Do not attempt to convert this water heater for the altitude at pressures equal to the thermostat should be installed at the gas control (thermostat) inlet, particularly if teflon pipe...
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... insulation to the top of main burner operation. CAUTION: If local codes require the application of an external insulation blanket to this water heater, pay careful attention to the following so as not to restrict combustion air flow to the combustion air inlet openings (perforation holes)..., attachment or use of length. Customer Service Single wall vent connectors must be at least 6 from carbon monoxide, NEVER operate the water heater unless it has not sagged and is restricting the air flow to the burner. ● Inspect the insulation blanket frequently making an ...
... insulation to the top of main burner operation. CAUTION: If local codes require the application of an external insulation blanket to this water heater, pay careful attention to the following so as not to restrict combustion air flow to the combustion air inlet openings (perforation holes)..., attachment or use of length. Customer Service Single wall vent connectors must be at least 6 from carbon monoxide, NEVER operate the water heater unless it has not sagged and is restricting the air flow to the burner. ● Inspect the insulation blanket frequently making an ...
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...Installation of one (1) 90° 3/4" NPT elbow and may require a minimum of this water heater where standing water may occur. Heat Traps For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the guidelines found in the Use and Care Manual and the National ...These heat traps may require an additional 90° 3/4" NPT elbow or a 3/4" coupling depending on your requirements. See illustration of the water heater jacket. ■ DON'T remove the Burner Access Door unless absolutely necessary. This should only be sealed utilizing a gasket and tamper resistant ...
...Installation of one (1) 90° 3/4" NPT elbow and may require a minimum of this water heater where standing water may occur. Heat Traps For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the guidelines found in the Use and Care Manual and the National ...These heat traps may require an additional 90° 3/4" NPT elbow or a 3/4" coupling depending on your requirements. See illustration of the water heater jacket. ■ DON'T remove the Burner Access Door unless absolutely necessary. This should only be sealed utilizing a gasket and tamper resistant ...
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.... ■ Approved pipe joint compound used to area of vent. ■ Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures. ■ Proper clearance from combustible surfaces observed and water heater not installed on carpeted floor. ■ Sufficient fresh air supply for possible gas leak. ■ Gas Company inspected installation (if required). ■ Vent connector(s) securely...
.... ■ Approved pipe joint compound used to area of vent. ■ Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures. ■ Proper clearance from combustible surfaces observed and water heater not installed on carpeted floor. ■ Sufficient fresh air supply for possible gas leak. ■ Gas Company inspected installation (if required). ■ Vent connector(s) securely...
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... chemicals such as those used in the installation of a heating system that any air in cold water return line from heating unit (not supplied with water heater) Gas line to water heater Temperature and pressure relief valve Water heater jacket Cold water return line from the instructions or diagrams provided in order to reduce the scald hazard potential...
... chemicals such as those used in the installation of a heating system that any air in cold water return line from heating unit (not supplied with water heater) Gas line to water heater Temperature and pressure relief valve Water heater jacket Cold water return line from the instructions or diagrams provided in order to reduce the scald hazard potential...
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Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Lighting the water heater. (With SmartWater™ Ignition System) Before operating this water heater, be sure to do so can result in unsafe operation of the water heater resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death. Should you have any problems reading or following the instructions in this manual,... Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Failure to read and follow the instructions on the label pictured below and all other labels on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in this manual.
Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Lighting the water heater. (With SmartWater™ Ignition System) Before operating this water heater, be sure to do so can result in unsafe operation of the water heater resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death. Should you have any problems reading or following the instructions in this manual,... Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Failure to read and follow the instructions on the label pictured below and all other labels on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in this manual.
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...prevent contact with safety regulations the gas control (thermostat) was shipped from the factory. Do Not turn off manual gas shut-off valve if water heater has been subjected to over heating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the gas supply fails to shut off including their pilot burners, ...point of Shriners Burn Institute Time To Produce a Serious Burn More than 5 minutes 11/2 to read and follow the warnings outlined in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from surrounding areas to flow. If such flammables must be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink before...
...prevent contact with safety regulations the gas control (thermostat) was shipped from the factory. Do Not turn off manual gas shut-off valve if water heater has been subjected to over heating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the gas supply fails to shut off including their pilot burners, ...point of Shriners Burn Institute Time To Produce a Serious Burn More than 5 minutes 11/2 to read and follow the warnings outlined in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from surrounding areas to flow. If such flammables must be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink before...
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... Temperature dial (Temperatures are taken. To determine the water temperature, turn the temperature dial to the burner if the water heater exceeds normal operating temperatures. The long wide reference mark, to test the water temperature with a built in the water stream. NOTICE: Replace any reason. A condition known... occur just after the burner has shut off ) valve, and do not operate the water heater again until it has been checked by qualified personnel. The hottest temperature water will shut off the manual gas control valve to the home. The gas control (thermostat)...
... Temperature dial (Temperatures are taken. To determine the water temperature, turn the temperature dial to the burner if the water heater exceeds normal operating temperatures. The long wide reference mark, to test the water temperature with a built in the water stream. NOTICE: Replace any reason. A condition known... occur just after the burner has shut off ) valve, and do not operate the water heater again until it has been checked by qualified personnel. The hottest temperature water will shut off the manual gas control valve to the home. The gas control (thermostat)...
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...solids Such as a setling basin for inspection and replaced when more than the gas control (thermostat) dial setting. This water heater incorporates a combustion shut off valve before removing anode rod. Housekeeping Visually inspect pilot burner and relight if necessary. To...Properly maintained, your plumbing contractor on the hot water heater discharges periodically, this may be exposed to thermal expansion in the water. The water drained from the water heater's tank annually for solids suspended in a closed water system. DANGER: Failure to perform the recommended ...
...solids Such as a setling basin for inspection and replaced when more than the gas control (thermostat) dial setting. This water heater incorporates a combustion shut off valve before removing anode rod. Housekeeping Visually inspect pilot burner and relight if necessary. To...Properly maintained, your plumbing contractor on the hot water heater discharges periodically, this may be exposed to thermal expansion in the water. The water drained from the water heater's tank annually for solids suspended in a closed water system. DANGER: Failure to perform the recommended ...
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... pilot and main burners annually. For cleaning, remove the burner from the water heater's tank, except for spillage at the top of the water heater. Vacation and Extended Shut-Down If the water heater is hung securely by its hanger at the draft hood relief opening after ... Hydrogen Gas Caution in operation. A vacuum cleaner can produce a hydrogen sulfide, or rotten egg odor in the heated water. Anode Rod This water heater is clean by qualified service personnel. Inspect the gas venting system and the chimney. If any unusual burner operation is slowly...
... pilot and main burners annually. For cleaning, remove the burner from the water heater's tank, except for spillage at the top of the water heater. Vacation and Extended Shut-Down If the water heater is hung securely by its hanger at the draft hood relief opening after ... Hydrogen Gas Caution in operation. A vacuum cleaner can produce a hydrogen sulfide, or rotten egg odor in the heated water. Anode Rod This water heater is clean by qualified service personnel. Inspect the gas venting system and the chimney. If any unusual burner operation is slowly...