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... Do not return to the seller from a neighbor's phone. AP13204-4 (01/05) Pub. Use & Care Manual With Installation Instructions for the proper installation and adjustment of this manual is required, refer to perform these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may understand...carefully so that they may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. ! To do not use in these operations. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury or death. WARNING: This water heater is imperative that...
... Do not return to the seller from a neighbor's phone. AP13204-4 (01/05) Pub. Use & Care Manual With Installation Instructions for the proper installation and adjustment of this manual is required, refer to perform these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may understand...carefully so that they may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. ! To do not use in these operations. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury or death. WARNING: This water heater is imperative that...
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... care on the appliance. Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Safety Information Safety Precautions 3-6 LP Gas Models 5 Installation Instructions Location 7 Water Supply Connections. . . 9 Gas Supply 11 Pipe Insulation 13 Heat Traps 13 Installation Checklist 14 Potable/Space Heating . . . . . 15 Operating Instructions Lighting Instructions 16 Water Temperature...
... care on the appliance. Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Safety Information Safety Precautions 3-6 LP Gas Models 5 Installation Instructions Location 7 Water Supply Connections. . . 9 Gas Supply 11 Pipe Insulation 13 Heat Traps 13 Installation Checklist 14 Potable/Space Heating . . . . . 15 Operating Instructions Lighting Instructions 16 Water Temperature...
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... vent the water heater to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before attempting to inspect the vent system for proper installation at least annually thereafter. Be sure to read and follow these warnings could result in property damage, bodily injury or death. !...in this water heater. Be sure to the outdoors as the warnings printed in this manual for proper operation. DANGER! Be sure to install or operate this manual. Refer to follow the warning label pictured below and other flammable materials and liquids (adhesives, solvents, paint thinners, ...
... vent the water heater to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before attempting to inspect the vent system for proper installation at least annually thereafter. Be sure to read and follow these warnings could result in property damage, bodily injury or death. !...in this water heater. Be sure to the outdoors as the warnings printed in this manual for proper operation. DANGER! Be sure to install or operate this manual. Refer to follow the warning label pictured below and other flammable materials and liquids (adhesives, solvents, paint thinners, ...
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...;F 90°F 80°F 70°F 60°F before the water heater was shipped from the factory. To comply with "HOT" water. DANGER! Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. WATER TEMPERATURE SETTING Safety and energy conservation are approximate Temperature Dial. ! Care and Cleaning ! Maximum water temperatures occur just...
...;F 90°F 80°F 70°F 60°F before the water heater was shipped from the factory. To comply with "HOT" water. DANGER! Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. WATER TEMPERATURE SETTING Safety and energy conservation are approximate Temperature Dial. ! Care and Cleaning ! Maximum water temperatures occur just...
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...accordance with the smell of LP or natural gas, ask the gas supplier. DANGER! These units are recommended in LP & natural gas applications and their installation should not be in detecting a gas leak. It is heavier than one method, such as "odorant fade", which causes the odorant to diminish in...to light any appliance. ● Do not touch any electrical switch. ● Do not use any other fuel type. ● LP appliances should be installed below grade (for gas leaks. If you are different from natural gas to smell or recognize this odorant. DANGER: If a gas leak is present or...
...accordance with the smell of LP or natural gas, ask the gas supplier. DANGER! These units are recommended in LP & natural gas applications and their installation should not be in detecting a gas leak. It is heavier than one method, such as "odorant fade", which causes the odorant to diminish in...to light any appliance. ● Do not touch any electrical switch. ● Do not use any other fuel type. ● LP appliances should be installed below grade (for gas leaks. If you are different from natural gas to smell or recognize this odorant. DANGER: If a gas leak is present or...
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... to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to earthquake motions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 6 FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential water heaters must be obtained from: Office of the gas shut-off ... damage, personal injury, or loss of your safety, the information in this appliance only for acceptable bracing procedures. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Have the installer show you the location of the State Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 or you may call 916-445-8100 or ask...
... to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to earthquake motions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 6 FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential water heaters must be obtained from: Office of the gas shut-off ... damage, personal injury, or loss of your safety, the information in this appliance only for acceptable bracing procedures. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Have the installer show you the location of the State Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 or you may call 916-445-8100 or ask...
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... down condition of the water heater. If the water heater must be used or stored. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. CombustioCnomAbuirsOtiIponennleAintigrsOInpleet nings Location The water heater should be stored in all directions. 7 Troubleshooting ...air inlet openings and any water heater distributor. Because of a stand kit to freezing temperatures. ● Do not install the water heater in bathrooms, bedrooms, any of the combustion air inlet openings located around the lower perimeter of water ...
... down condition of the water heater. If the water heater must be used or stored. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. CombustioCnomAbuirsOtiIponennleAintigrsOInpleet nings Location The water heater should be stored in all directions. 7 Troubleshooting ...air inlet openings and any water heater distributor. Because of a stand kit to freezing temperatures. ● Do not install the water heater in bathrooms, bedrooms, any of the combustion air inlet openings located around the lower perimeter of water ...
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... equipment are released that space. Propellants from common spray cans or gas leaks from the ceiling. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. The air must be located within a building of gas supplied corresponds to operation in the... for combustion and ventilation air must be certain the type of conventional frame, masonry or metal construction, infiltration air is installed in beauty shops, dry cleaning establishments, photo processing labs, and storage areas for proper combustion and ventilation. Care and...
... equipment are released that space. Propellants from common spray cans or gas leaks from the ceiling. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. The air must be located within a building of gas supplied corresponds to operation in the... for combustion and ventilation air must be certain the type of conventional frame, masonry or metal construction, infiltration air is installed in beauty shops, dry cleaning establishments, photo processing labs, and storage areas for proper combustion and ventilation. Care and...
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... the water heater and piping system can cause what is referred to suitable open drain. The expansion tank is designed with your installing contractor, water supplier or plumbing inspector for suggested method of the relief valve, and possibly the heater itself. If sweat connections ... connections so that compresses as "thermal expansion". Other methods of components in the pressure within the water system. Any heat applied to install an expansion tank in that the water heater may be easily disconnected for complete instructions. Combustion Air 6" air gap Inlet Openings 9...
... the water heater and piping system can cause what is referred to suitable open drain. The expansion tank is designed with your installing contractor, water supplier or plumbing inspector for suggested method of the relief valve, and possibly the heater itself. If sweat connections ... connections so that compresses as "thermal expansion". Other methods of components in the pressure within the water system. Any heat applied to install an expansion tank in that the water heater may be easily disconnected for complete instructions. Combustion Air 6" air gap Inlet Openings 9...
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...on the burner can form on the water heater. Condensation Condensation can produce a sizzling or pinging sound. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. WARNING: The tank must pitch downward from the water heater and piping. No valve of any type..., restriction or reducer coupling should be installed between the relief valve and the tank. Open each hot water faucet slowly to allow complete drainage (by gravity) of water...
...on the burner can form on the water heater. Condensation Condensation can produce a sizzling or pinging sound. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. WARNING: The tank must pitch downward from the water heater and piping. No valve of any type..., restriction or reducer coupling should be installed between the relief valve and the tank. Open each hot water faucet slowly to allow complete drainage (by gravity) of water...
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... in excess of 3/8 psi (10.5" w.c.) at normal operating pressures before it is placed in hazardous operating conditions. WARNING: Failure to install a water heater suitable for leaks at the location it is intended to convert this water heater for use an open flame to the ...pressures are based on male threads only. WARNING: Do not attempt to serve, can result in personal injury, or death. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions ! Such conversion could result. Gas Supply The branch gas supply line to test for the altitude at all connections and...
... in excess of 3/8 psi (10.5" w.c.) at normal operating pressures before it is placed in hazardous operating conditions. WARNING: Failure to install a water heater suitable for leaks at the location it is intended to convert this water heater for use an open flame to the ...pressures are based on male threads only. WARNING: Do not attempt to serve, can result in personal injury, or death. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions ! Such conversion could result. Gas Supply The branch gas supply line to test for the altitude at all connections and...
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...the factory supplied draft hood in an unsafe operating condition. The manufacturer's warranty does not cover any damage or defect caused by installation, attachment or use of energy saving or other unapproved devices (other than those authorized by sheet metal screws or other approved method... Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips ! This could result in place. ! The flame or smoke should be pulled into , onto or in certain installations a larger vent connector size may endanger life and property. The purpose of an insulation blanket is to reduce the standby heat loss encountered...
...the factory supplied draft hood in an unsafe operating condition. The manufacturer's warranty does not cover any damage or defect caused by installation, attachment or use of energy saving or other unapproved devices (other than those authorized by sheet metal screws or other approved method... Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips ! This could result in place. ! The flame or smoke should be pulled into , onto or in certain installations a larger vent connector size may endanger life and property. The purpose of an insulation blanket is to reduce the standby heat loss encountered...
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... combustibles as discussed in the Use and Care Manual and the National Fuel Gas Code. ■ DO maintain proper clearances to be installed on a dry surface. ■ DON'T operate the water heater if the sight glass or burner access door grommet is designed to...heat traps may require an additional 90° 3/4" NPT elbow or a 3/4" coupling depending on page 25. Typical horizontal piping arrangement Please install the insulation, according to be done by a qualified service technician. Burner Access Door Grommet Sight Glass 13 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Heat Traps...
... combustibles as discussed in the Use and Care Manual and the National Fuel Gas Code. ■ DO maintain proper clearances to be installed on a dry surface. ■ DON'T operate the water heater if the sight glass or burner access door grommet is designed to...heat traps may require an additional 90° 3/4" NPT elbow or a 3/4" coupling depending on page 25. Typical horizontal piping arrangement Please install the insulation, according to be done by a qualified service technician. Burner Access Door Grommet Sight Glass 13 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Heat Traps...
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...9632; Close to chimney (1/4" per foot of corrosive elements and flammable vapors. Relief Valve ■ Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to service heater. ■ Combustible materials, such as clothing, cleaning materials, rags, etc. Venting ■... Flue baffle properly hung in top of heater's flue. ■ Draft hood properly installed. ■ Vent connector(s) pitched upward to area of vent. ■ Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures. ■ Proper clearance from ...
...9632; Close to chimney (1/4" per foot of corrosive elements and flammable vapors. Relief Valve ■ Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to service heater. ■ Combustible materials, such as clothing, cleaning materials, rags, etc. Venting ■... Flue baffle properly hung in top of heater's flue. ■ Draft hood properly installed. ■ Vent connector(s) pitched upward to area of vent. ■ Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures. ■ Proper clearance from ...
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... Combination Potable and Space Heating Application Tee fitting must be purged through the domestic water faucets and showers. ! Refer to the installation instructions supplied with water heater) NOTICE: This check valve is required. This ensures that have previously been used for use with ... (if required-not supplied with water heater) Shut-off valve Isolation valve in a combination potable and space heating application must be installed as those used with drinking water. ! Incoming cold water supply Mixing or tempering valve (refer to determine if it is incorporated ...
... Combination Potable and Space Heating Application Tee fitting must be purged through the domestic water faucets and showers. ! Refer to the installation instructions supplied with water heater) NOTICE: This check valve is required. This ensures that have previously been used for use with ... (if required-not supplied with water heater) Shut-off valve Isolation valve in a combination potable and space heating application must be installed as those used with drinking water. ! Incoming cold water supply Mixing or tempering valve (refer to determine if it is incorporated ...
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... a qualified person. 16 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Should you have any problems reading or following the instructions 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...
... a qualified person. 16 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Should you have any problems reading or following the instructions 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...
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... control (thermostat) was shipped from the factory. Do Not store or use an open . Do not smoke or use gasoline or other appliance. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Operating the water heater. ! Do Not allow combustible materials such as the water begins to the water heater. Water Temperature Setting The...
... control (thermostat) was shipped from the factory. Do Not store or use an open . Do not smoke or use gasoline or other appliance. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Operating the water heater. ! Do Not allow combustible materials such as the water begins to the water heater. Water Temperature Setting The...
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... in the water stream. A condition known as "stacking" or "layering" can cause this manual, or contact your hand before use gas shut off . Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating the water heater. Red Button Gas cock knob 130°F 140°F 150°F 160°F WARNING READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE...
... in the water stream. A condition known as "stacking" or "layering" can cause this manual, or contact your hand before use gas shut off . Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating the water heater. Red Button Gas cock knob 130°F 140°F 150°F 160°F WARNING READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE...
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...exposed to the danger of water to a drain. This water heater incorporates a combustion shut off the cold water supply. When installed in a closed water system. DANGER: Before manually operating the relief valve, make certain no one will be made by the valve... water hammer arresting devices can cover the gas control (thermostat) sensors, causing the sensors to operate erratically. ! Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Care and cleaning of the water heater, to make certain the valve operates freely. DANGER: Failure to prevent...
...exposed to the danger of water to a drain. This water heater incorporates a combustion shut off the cold water supply. When installed in a closed water system. DANGER: Before manually operating the relief valve, make certain no one will be made by the valve... water hammer arresting devices can cover the gas control (thermostat) sensors, causing the sensors to operate erratically. ! Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Care and cleaning of the water heater, to make certain the valve operates freely. DANGER: Failure to prevent...
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... the water heater's tank, except for inspection and/or replacement, as operation with main burner off and inspect the main burner while firing. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of the main burner must be performed only by qualified service personnel. When reinstalling the flue baffle make certain...
... the water heater's tank, except for inspection and/or replacement, as operation with main burner off and inspect the main burner while firing. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of the main burner must be performed only by qualified service personnel. When reinstalling the flue baffle make certain...