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WARNING
If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may re- sult causing property damage, personal injury, or death.
What to do if you smell gas:
ξDo not try to light any appliance
ξDo not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building
ξImmediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
ξIf you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
DANGER
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable, combustible, or corrosive vapors and liq- uids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
CAUTION
Incorrect operation of this water heater may create a hazard to life and property and will nullify the warranty.
If sweat fittings are to be used, DO NOT apply heat to the nipples on top of the water heater. Sweat the tubing to the adapter before fitting the adapter to the water connec- tions. It is imperative that heat is not applied to the nipples containing a plastic liner.
Turn off or disconnect the electrical power supply to the water heater before servicing. Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause im- proper and dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.
NOTICE
Before proceeding, please inspect the water heater and its components for possible dam- age. DO NOT install any water heater with damaged components. If damage is evident, then please contact the supplier where the water heater was purchased or the manufac-
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