Venting System Inspection, Burner Inspection

!DANGER: DO NOT attempt to operate the water heater without the air intake filter.

●Make sure the unit is OFF and the electrical power supply has been disconnected..

●DO NOT scrub the appliance with a brush..

●Use only mild soapy water; other cleaners may damage the surface of the water heater..

●DO NOT remove any label including the rating plate while cleaning or servicing..

●DO NOT splash water on the remote controls when cleaning..

Venting System Inspection

The venting system of a direct vent water heater should be inspected annually to ensure all of the vent sections are secure and air- tight..

It is recommended that qualified service personnel familiar with Category III venting inspect the venting system..

Check vent connection joint sections with a solution of soapy water to assure air-tightness while the unit is operating..

Bubbles around a joint connection indicates a seal leak.. Refer to page 9 for vent sealing instructions..

DO NOT operate the unit if vent system shows signs of leaking exhaust..

Check to make sure that the air intake and vent outlet on the termination has not been blocked or contain debris..

Burner Sight	Burner Inspection
Glass	Burner Inspection
	Visually inspect the main burners annually..
	Through the front sight glass, inspect the
	burner flame.. Blue flames should be seen
	when the main burner is firing.. See the figure
	on the left for location of sight glass..
	If any unusual burner operation is noted, the
	water heater should be shut off until qualified
	service assistance can be obtained..

!CAUTION: For your safety, burner inspection and cleaning should be performed only by qualified service personnel.

For cleaning, a vacuum cleaner can be used on the burner..

NOTICE: Refer to the Freeze Protection Section on page 30.

If the water heater is to remain idle for an	After a long shut-down period, the water
extended period of time, the power and water	heater’s operation and controls should be
to the appliance should be turned off..	checked by qualified service personnel..
The water heater and piping should be
drained if they might be subjected to freezing
temperatures..

!CAUTION: Do not operate without the condensate trap connected to the vent and routed to the proper drain.

On a regular basis, inspect the condensate trap to ensure there is enough water in the trap and the condensate is draining properly..

Ensure that condensate is disposed of per local codes and regulations..