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A sacrificial anode is used to extend tank life. The removal of this anode, for any reason, will nullify the warranty. In areas where water is unusually active, an odor may occur at the hot water faucet due to a reaction between the sacrificial anode and the impurities in the water. If this should happen, an alternative anode may be purchased from the supplier that installed this water heater. This will minimize the odor while protecting the tank. Additionally, the water heater should be flushed with appropriate dissolvers to eliminate any bacteria.
INSTALLATION
Locating The Water Heater
WARNING
Water heaters are heat producing appliances. To avoid damage or injury, do not store materials against the water heater or
FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, SUCH AS GASOLINE OR PAINT THINNER BE USED OR STORED IN THE VICINITY OF THIS WATER HEATER,
DO NOT install the water heater in any location where gasoline or flammable vapors are likely to be present.
Water Heaters in residential garages must be installed so that all burner(s) and burner ignition device(s) are located not less than 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor and must be located or protected to avoid physical damage. For other installations refer to local codes. In the absence of local codes, the water heater must be installed in compliance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 - (Latest Edition) and/or in Canada, CAN/CGA B149 Installation Codes (Latest Editions).
The location of this water heater is of the utmost importance. Before installing this water heater, read the installation section of these instructions. After reading these installation and operating instructions, select a location for the water heater where the floor is level and is easily accessible to gas and water supply lines. DO
NOT locate the water heater where water lines could be subjected to freezing temperatures. Make sure the cold water pipes are not located directly above the gas control so that condensate during humid weather does not drip on the controls.
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