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WARNING

BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (L.P.) GAS WATER HEATERS]: Propane (L.P.) gas is heavier than air.

Should there be a leak in the system, the gas will settle

near theground; Basements, crawl spaces, skirted areas under mobile homes (even when ventilated), closets and areas below ground level will serve as

pockets for the accumulation of this gas. Before attempting to light or relight the water heater's pilot or turning on a nearby electrical light switch, be absolute- ly sure there is no accumulated gas in the area. Search for odor of gas by sniffing at ground level in the vicini-

ty of the appliance, if odor is detected, follow the stepsFigure 6 ] indicated at "For Your Safety" on the cover page of this

manual, then leave the premises.

Lighting and operating instructions are located on front of the water heater, above or to one side of the gas control valve.

WARNING

AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED

BY THIS WATER HEATER. FOR YOUR SAFETY

IF YOU SMELL GAS:

1.Do not try to light any appliance.

2.Do not touch any. electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

3.Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.

4.If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

WARNING

DO NOT force the gas control knob. Use only your hand to push it down to light the pilot, or to turn it to "ON", "OFF" or "PILOT". Never use a tool such as a lever, wrench or pliers. Do not hit or damage the knob. A damaged knob may result in an exl_iosion and serious injury. If you have problem turning the knob, call the gas supplier immediately.

I Figure 7 ]

I Figure 8

CHECK FOR LEAKS

Be sure to check all your gas pipes for leaks before light- ing your water heater. Use a soapy water solution, not a match or open flame. Check the factory gas fittings after pilot is ]it and gas control knob is still in "PILOT" position.

Then, check the fittings when the main burner is turned "ON". Use a soapy water solution for this, too.

[Figure 9

INNER

DOOR

OUTER DOOR

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