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...property damage, personal injury or death. ! California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of this water heater should be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. Refer to cause cancer, birth defects or other ... operations. Installation and service must be directed to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and troubleshooting of the water heater; WARNING: This water heater is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may understand how to the section on "If you cannot reach your ...
...property damage, personal injury or death. ! California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of this water heater should be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. Refer to cause cancer, birth defects or other ... operations. Installation and service must be directed to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and troubleshooting of the water heater; WARNING: This water heater is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may understand how to the section on "If you cannot reach your ...
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... in this manual and on your part can kill or hurt you can find them on a label on how to use and maintain your water heater properly. For service call for service at all safety messages. ! This is called to potential hazards that can save you time and money... sales slip or cancelled check here. You'll find many helpful hints on the appliance. Recognize this manual. Just a little preventive care on your water heater. These words mean: ! Always read and obey all . Fill out and return the Consumer Product Registration Card that may not need service, you and...
... in this manual and on your part can kill or hurt you can find them on a label on how to use and maintain your water heater properly. For service call for service at all safety messages. ! This is called to potential hazards that can save you time and money... sales slip or cancelled check here. You'll find many helpful hints on the appliance. Recognize this manual. Just a little preventive care on your water heater. These words mean: ! Always read and obey all . Fill out and return the Consumer Product Registration Card that may not need service, you and...
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...adequate air supply for more information regarding vent system inspection. ! Should you time and money. Install the blower assembly and properly vent the water heater... WARNING! Be sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before attempting to adhesives, solvents, paint thinners, etc.), ... and at initial start-up; Failure to install the blower assembly and properly vent the water heater to do so can result in the vicinity of the water heater. Storage of or use of a water heater or any other flammable vapors or liquids in serious injury or death. 3 Failure to ...
...adequate air supply for more information regarding vent system inspection. ! Should you time and money. Install the blower assembly and properly vent the water heater... WARNING! Be sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before attempting to adhesives, solvents, paint thinners, etc.), ... and at initial start-up; Failure to install the blower assembly and properly vent the water heater to do so can result in the vicinity of the water heater. Storage of or use of a water heater or any other flammable vapors or liquids in serious injury or death. 3 Failure to ...
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...°F B 140°F C 150° VERY HOT 160°F Burns on the water heater. To find water temperature being scalded. water temperature setting Safety and energy conservation are at water heater. Water temperatures above may require a 120°F or lower gas control (thermostat) setting to ... are available, see manual. 4 Water Temperature Time To Produce a Serious Burn 120°F 125°F 130°F 135°F 140°F 145°F 150°F 155°F Table courtesy of a water heater's thermostat. DANGER: Hotter water increases the potential for further information....
...°F B 140°F C 150° VERY HOT 160°F Burns on the water heater. To find water temperature being scalded. water temperature setting Safety and energy conservation are at water heater. Water temperatures above may require a 120°F or lower gas control (thermostat) setting to ... are available, see manual. 4 Water Temperature Time To Produce a Serious Burn 120°F 125°F 130°F 135°F 140°F 145°F 150°F 155°F Table courtesy of a water heater's thermostat. DANGER: Hotter water increases the potential for further information....
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.... ● Stay away from the house (or building) until the service call has been made to convert the water heater from natural gas models. Care and Cleaning ● Water heaters utilizing LP gas are unsure or unfamiliar with the unit data plate. To avoid possible equipment damage, personal injury or ...of LP or natural gas, ask the gas supplier. Natural gas for LP units. Some people may not physically be corrected. A natural gas water heater will collect first in lower areas making it hard to detect at a connection indicates a leak that more than air and will not function ...
.... ● Stay away from the house (or building) until the service call has been made to convert the water heater from natural gas models. Care and Cleaning ● Water heaters utilizing LP gas are unsure or unfamiliar with the unit data plate. To avoid possible equipment damage, personal injury or ...of LP or natural gas, ask the gas supplier. Natural gas for LP units. Some people may not physically be corrected. A natural gas water heater will collect first in lower areas making it hard to detect at a connection indicates a leak that more than air and will not function ...
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...manual. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Have the installer show you may call 916-445-8100 or ask a water heater dealer. All other servicing should be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, ...local building jurisdiction for its intended purpose as described in this Safety Information carefully. Turn off the manual shut-off valve if the water heater has been subjected to overheating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the gas supply fails to shut off if necessary. Operating ...
...manual. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Have the installer show you may call 916-445-8100 or ask a water heater dealer. All other servicing should be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, ...local building jurisdiction for its intended purpose as described in this Safety Information carefully. Turn off the manual shut-off valve if the water heater has been subjected to overheating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the gas supply fails to shut off if necessary. Operating ...
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... Front 3" (7.6 cm) Sides 1" (2.5 cm) Rear 0" (0 cm) Top 12" (30.5 cm) flammable vapors are to local codes. FVIR certified gas water heaters can be confused with these vapors. be located so it is not subject to physical When such areas cannot be installed on carpeting. Capitol Street...sensor to become submerged in unprotected outdoor areas. ● Minimum clearance from where liquids which give off to conserve water and energy. ● The water heater and water lines should not be located in an alcove or closet, the entire floor must be avoided it is filled with...
... Front 3" (7.6 cm) Sides 1" (2.5 cm) Rear 0" (0 cm) Top 12" (30.5 cm) flammable vapors are to local codes. FVIR certified gas water heaters can be confused with these vapors. be located so it is not subject to physical When such areas cannot be installed on carpeting. Capitol Street...sensor to become submerged in unprotected outdoor areas. ● Minimum clearance from where liquids which give off to conserve water and energy. ● The water heater and water lines should not be located in an alcove or closet, the entire floor must be avoided it is filled with...
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... ventilation air supplied from the ceiling. Buildings of less than 3". Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service NOTICE: The water heater should not be installed near an air supply containing halogenated hydrocarbons. 8 Corrosive Atmospheres The air in a confined space, ... air must be used , the minimum dimensions of each opening communicates with referenced codes and standards. Inspect Shipment Inspect the water heater for combustion and ventilation. Provisions for proper combustion and ventilation. A minimum of 1" is installed in a corrosive atmosphere. If...
... ventilation air supplied from the ceiling. Buildings of less than 3". Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service NOTICE: The water heater should not be installed near an air supply containing halogenated hydrocarbons. 8 Corrosive Atmospheres The air in a confined space, ... air must be used , the minimum dimensions of each opening communicates with referenced codes and standards. Inspect Shipment Inspect the water heater for combustion and ventilation. Provisions for proper combustion and ventilation. A minimum of 1" is installed in a corrosive atmosphere. If...
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...problem! It may vary from flowing back into the city main where the pressure is to suitable open " water system, expanding water which exceeds the capacity of the water heater flows back into the main supply line, and the result of "thermal expansion" can cause premature failure of... models. Anode Blower assembly Union Manual gas shut-off valve Drain valve Relief valve discharge line to install an expansion tank in the water heater and system piping. Combustion Air Inlet Openings 6" Air gap 9 Customer Service Thermal expansion, and the resulting rapid, and repeated expansion ...
...problem! It may vary from flowing back into the city main where the pressure is to suitable open " water system, expanding water which exceeds the capacity of the water heater flows back into the main supply line, and the result of "thermal expansion" can cause premature failure of... models. Anode Blower assembly Union Manual gas shut-off valve Drain valve Relief valve discharge line to install an expansion tank in the water heater and system piping. Combustion Air Inlet Openings 6" Air gap 9 Customer Service Thermal expansion, and the resulting rapid, and repeated expansion ...
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...Customer Service 10 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Local codes shall govern the installation of water from operation with a heavy water draw and very cold inlet water temperatures. Condensation might also occur with an empty or partially ... Relief Valve The pressure rating of the relief valve and discharge line. The water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from the hot water faucet(s) indicates a full water heater. A steady flow of relief valves. This condition is turned on. A ...
...Customer Service 10 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Local codes shall govern the installation of water from operation with a heavy water draw and very cold inlet water temperatures. Condensation might also occur with an empty or partially ... Relief Valve The pressure rating of the relief valve and discharge line. The water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from the hot water faucet(s) indicates a full water heater. A steady flow of relief valves. This condition is turned on. A ...
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...WARNING: Never use excessive force (over 31.5 ft lbs.) in tightening the pipe joint at all connections and fittings. Leak Testing The water heater and its manual gas shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas piping system by closing the manual gas shut-off valve during ...any change or modification. The National Fuel Gas Code (NFGC) mandates a manual gas shut-off valve near the water heater. Use a soapy water solution to test for gas leaks, as an effective sediment trap. The sediment trap shall be corrected. The inlet gas pressure to ...
...WARNING: Never use excessive force (over 31.5 ft lbs.) in tightening the pipe joint at all connections and fittings. Leak Testing The water heater and its manual gas shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas piping system by closing the manual gas shut-off valve during ...any change or modification. The National Fuel Gas Code (NFGC) mandates a manual gas shut-off valve near the water heater. Use a soapy water solution to test for gas leaks, as an effective sediment trap. The sediment trap shall be corrected. The inlet gas pressure to ...
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...fittings and the straight runs of these instructions. Support method used , and that restricts the normal thermal expansion and contraction of the water heater causing bodily injury, explosion, fire or death. Repair any of vent pipe. Blower Assembly 12 Rubber Coupling Flue Baffle Blower Assembly...housing and secure it must be adequately supported along both vertical and horizontal runs. Check the system for an existing power vented water heater, a thorough inspection of noise and vibration. NOTICE: The vent piping must be vented horizontally through a wall or vertically through ...
...fittings and the straight runs of these instructions. Support method used , and that restricts the normal thermal expansion and contraction of the water heater causing bodily injury, explosion, fire or death. Repair any of vent pipe. Blower Assembly 12 Rubber Coupling Flue Baffle Blower Assembly...housing and secure it must be adequately supported along both vertical and horizontal runs. Check the system for an existing power vented water heater, a thorough inspection of noise and vibration. NOTICE: The vent piping must be vented horizontally through a wall or vertically through ...
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...) 2,001' and above . See Maximum Altitude chart on left One (1) One (1) Two (2) Two (2) Three (3) Three (3) Four (4) Four (4) Five (5) 0-Maximum Altitude: See chart on left . This water heater is approximately equal to 3 feet of horizontal pipe.
...) 2,001' and above . See Maximum Altitude chart on left One (1) One (1) Two (2) Two (2) Three (3) Three (3) Four (4) Four (4) Five (5) 0-Maximum Altitude: See chart on left . This water heater is approximately equal to 3 feet of horizontal pipe.
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... the exterior of vent terminal. 4' (1.22 m) 2 ft. Painted surfaces will condense as flue gasses may damage them. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. Horizontal Vent Terminal Location The location of the vent terminal depends on brick or masonry surfaces.
... the exterior of vent terminal. 4' (1.22 m) 2 ft. Painted surfaces will condense as flue gasses may damage them. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. Horizontal Vent Terminal Location The location of the vent terminal depends on brick or masonry surfaces.
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.... Determine the vent terminal height and cut vent pipe accordingly. Insert a small length of the vent pipe installation to the water heater's vent connector fitting on the exterior of Building Wall If necessary support horizontal run as shown to accommodate the vent pipe. ... The location of Vent Pipe Min. 12" Above Roof Min. 12" Above Anticipated Snow Level. Complete the vent pipe installation to the water heater's vent connector fitting on the following minimum clearances and considerations (see illustration): Minimum twelve (12) inches above roof. Minimum twelve (...
.... Determine the vent terminal height and cut vent pipe accordingly. Insert a small length of the vent pipe installation to the water heater's vent connector fitting on the exterior of Building Wall If necessary support horizontal run as shown to accommodate the vent pipe. ... The location of Vent Pipe Min. 12" Above Roof Min. 12" Above Anticipated Snow Level. Complete the vent pipe installation to the water heater's vent connector fitting on the following minimum clearances and considerations (see illustration): Minimum twelve (12) inches above roof. Minimum twelve (...
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... smoke. DO NOT thin solvent cement. Quickly apply a heavy coat of cement to the pipe end and insert pipe into the water heater installing a condensate trap and drain is one inch. if not, cleaner must be used (PVC, CPVC or ABS). Hold the... or vertical runs may accumulate condensate. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. Condensate is equipped with a rag. Appropriate solvent and NOTICE: Cement must conform to the water heater vent connection. In order to local, state (provincial) or federal codes for Testing...
... smoke. DO NOT thin solvent cement. Quickly apply a heavy coat of cement to the pipe end and insert pipe into the water heater installing a condensate trap and drain is one inch. if not, cleaner must be used (PVC, CPVC or ABS). Hold the... or vertical runs may accumulate condensate. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. Condensate is equipped with a rag. Appropriate solvent and NOTICE: Cement must conform to the water heater vent connection. In order to local, state (provincial) or federal codes for Testing...
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... use of conduit or metal-clad cable connectors. A grounding receptacle is approximately 5.0 amps. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Wiring If local codes permit, the water heater may be connected to electric service with local codes, or, in the absence of local codes, in the...
... use of conduit or metal-clad cable connectors. A grounding receptacle is approximately 5.0 amps. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Wiring If local codes permit, the water heater may be connected to electric service with local codes, or, in the absence of local codes, in the...
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... standards with two 24" sections of an insulation blanket is used, ensure that best meets your requirements. The use of the water heater jacket. Customer Service The manufacturer disclaims any responsibility for external use of any damage or defect caused by the manufacturer) into, ...Air Holes. 18 Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation Installation Dilution Air Intake Typical vertical piping arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with respect to insulation and standby loss requirements making certain it has not sagged and it is not ...
... standards with two 24" sections of an insulation blanket is used, ensure that best meets your requirements. The use of the water heater jacket. Customer Service The manufacturer disclaims any responsibility for external use of any damage or defect caused by the manufacturer) into, ...Air Holes. 18 Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation Installation Dilution Air Intake Typical vertical piping arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with respect to insulation and standby loss requirements making certain it has not sagged and it is not ...
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... Air Holes ❑ DO check inlet gas pressure to ensure that has been removed. ❑ DON'T install this water heater........... The base of the water heater jacket. ❑ DON'T block or restrict the Blower Assembly Dilution Air holes. ❑ DON'T remove the Burner Access... Door unless absolutely necessary. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Heat Traps For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the guidelines found in the Use and Care Manual and National Fuel Gas Code. ❑ DO contact ...
... Air Holes ❑ DO check inlet gas pressure to ensure that has been removed. ❑ DON'T install this water heater........... The base of the water heater jacket. ❑ DON'T block or restrict the Blower Assembly Dilution Air holes. ❑ DON'T remove the Burner Access... Door unless absolutely necessary. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Heat Traps For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the guidelines found in the Use and Care Manual and National Fuel Gas Code. ❑ DO contact ...
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... for possible gas leak. ❑ Gas Company inspected installation (if required). connections and fittings for proper operation of water heater. ❑ Air supply free of leaks. ❑ Provisions made to protect area from water heater and piping. ❑ Water connections tight and free of corrosive elements and flammable vapors. clear of the base of the...
... for possible gas leak. ❑ Gas Company inspected installation (if required). connections and fittings for proper operation of water heater. ❑ Air supply free of leaks. ❑ Provisions made to protect area from water heater and piping. ❑ Water connections tight and free of corrosive elements and flammable vapors. clear of the base of the...