Cleaning the Inlet Filter, Installation Checklist

Installation Instructions

REMOTE CONTROLLERINSTALLATION (cont.)

MOUNTING THE CONTROLLER (cont.)

12Replace the plastic cover overthe PCB, and then replace the cover of the water heater.

CLEANING THE INLET FILTER

CLEANING THE INLET FILTER (cont.)

9Use pressurized air to remove dust from the main burner, heat exchanger and fan blades. Do not use a wet cloth or spray cleaners on the burner. Do not use volatile substances such as benzene and thinners. They may ignite or fade the paint.

10Use soft dry cloth to wipe cabinet.

11Open water valves.

12Check for leaks.

13Connect electrical power and turn on the unit.

INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

• Ensure 120 Volts A.C. is connected to the unit and that

the circuit is turned on.

• Verify the gas system is functioningcorrectly by

connecting your manometer to the gas pressure test port

on the unit (see page 13). Operate all gas appliances in

the facility. The inlet gas pressure on the unit MUST NOT

DROP BELOW that listed on the unit rating platefor the

gas type being used. A manometer can be used to check

the pressure.

• Make sure you have cleaned the COLD water inlet filter

screen.

• Inspect HOT (outlet) and COLD (inlet) water lines to ensure

It is imperativethat	Waterinlet
control compartments,
burners and circulating
air passagewaysof the
appliance be kept clean.

CAUTION: Before

performingthisaction, first removepower to the water heater and be sure not to

stand near the discharge line of the pressurerelief

valve. Thiswillprevent a possible scald injury.

Water inlet

filter

NOTE: View shown is from under the unit.

they have not been crossed and are leak-free.

• Ensure the manual gas valve packaged withthe water

heater is installed in the gas supply line(seepage 12).

• Ensure the controller is installed and functioning.

Instruct the consumer on how to operate the controller.

Instructions are always supplied in the Owner’s Manual

(see page 22). A typical water temperature set point

is 120 degrees.

• Explainto the customer the importance of never

blocking the vent ducting, intake and exhaust.

Never store anything around the vent exhaust.

• Ensure you have used the correct ventingproducts

1Turn off and disconnect electrical power. Allowwater heater to cool.

2Shut off water inlet.

3Open hot watertap at nearest faucet.

4Close outlet valve on unit.

5Have a small pan or bucket ready to catch spilled water.

6Remove and cleanthe water inlet filter with a small brush. If scale is present, clean in a white vinegar solution.

7Replace waterinletfilter.

8Remove the frontpanel by removing 4 screws.

for the model installed and that you have completely

followed the venting installationinstructions

(see pages 19–20).

• Ensure the condensate collector drainon the unit

is installed to allowcondensationto drainaway from

the water heater to a proper drainsource (seepage 8).

• The vent system should not exceed the maximumlength

for the number of elbows used. Refer to the venting

maximum length chart on page 19. Applythe vent

temperature caution label to the vent terminal located

outside the home.

• For instructions on operatingthe unit,

refer to the Owner’s Manual.