Important Information
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The following terms are used throughout this manual to bring attention to the presence of hazards at various risk levels, or to important information concerning product life.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death, serious injury or substantial property damage.
CAUTION
Indicates potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in moderate or minor injury or property damage.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury or substantial property damage.
NOTICE
Indicates special instructions on installation, operation or maintenance, which are important but not related to personal injury hazards.
NOTICE
This water heater is equipped with an energy cut out device to prevent overheating. Should overheating occur or the gas supply fails to shut off, turn off the manual gas control valve to the water heater and call a qualified service technician.
Whenever the water heater is filled with cold water, condensate will form on the cool tank surface and drops of water will fall on the hot burner and combustion chamber surfaces producing a “sizzling” noise. Condensation is normal and does not indicate a leak. It will disappear when the tank becomes heated.
DANGER
Hotter water increases the risk of scald injury. Scalding may occur within five (5) seconds at a temperature setting of 140°F (60°C). To protect against hot water injury, install an ASSE approved mixing valve in the water system. This valve will reduce point of discharge temperature by mixing cold and hot water in branch water lines. A licensed plumbing professional or local plumbing authority should be consulted.
NOTICE
The lower the temperature setting, the greater the energy efficiency, both to heat the water and to maintain the storage temperature during standby periods. Lower water temperatures also extend tank life. Remember, no water heating system will provide exact temperatures at all times. Allow a few days of operation at this setting to determine the correct temperature setting consistent with the requirements for the installation.