American Water Heater Residential Gas Water Heater with the Flame Guard Safety System, 319407-002

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Please note the following:

The system should be installed only with piping that is suitable for potable (drinkable) water such as copper, CPVC, or polybutylene. This water heater must not be installed using iron piping or PVC water piping.

Use only pumps, valves, or fittings that are compatible with potable water.

Use only full flow ball or gate valves. The use of valves that may cause excessive restriction to water flow is not recommended.

Use only 95/5 tin-antimony or other equivalent solder. Any lead based solder must not be used.

Piping that has been treated with chromates, boiler seal, or other chemicals must not be used.

Chemicals that may contaminate the potable water supply must not be added to the piping system.

This water heater is suitable for combination water (potable) heating and space heating and not suitable for space heating applications only.

Closed System/Thermal Expansion

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

If the temperature and pressure relief valve is dripping or leaking, have a qualified person replace it.

Examples of a qualified person include: licensed plumbers, authorized gas company personnel, and authorized service personnel.

Do not plug valve. Do not remove valve.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, or explosion.

As water is heated, it expands (thermal expansion). In a closed system, the volume of water will grow. As the volume of water grows, there will be a corresponding increase in water pressure due to thermal expansion. Thermal expansion can cause premature tank failure (leakage). This type of failure is not covered under the limited warranty. Thermal expansion can also cause intermittent temperature-pressure relief valve operation: water discharged from the valve due to excessive pressure build up. The temperature-pressure relief valve is not intended for the constant relief of thermal expansion. This condition is not covered under the limited warranty.

A properly-sized thermal expansion tank should be installed on all closed systems to control the effects of thermal expansion. Contact a plumbing service agency or your retail supplier regarding the installation of a thermal expansion tank.

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Contents Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistant What to do if YOU Smell GASWater Heater Safety Consumer Information Important Information About This Water HeaterConsumer Responsibilities Unpacking the Water HeaterSite Location Location RequirementsInspection and service Clearances and AccessibilityGas Requirements Gas SupplyGas Pressure Combustion Air Supply and Ventilation Confined Space Unconfined SpaceAll Air from Inside the Building Louvers and Grilles All Air from OutdoorsVent Connectors Draft Hood InstallationVent Pipe System Vent Pipe SizeVertical Exhaust Gas Vent Chimney ConnectionWater System Piping Piping InstallationClosed System/Thermal Expansion Relief Valve and Pipe Insulation Some Models Temperature and Pressure Relief ValveSpecial Applications Solar InstallationCombination Space Heating/Potable Water System Installation Checklist Explosion Hazard Lighting InstructionsG. Bottled Propane Models Water Temperature StackingChecking the Draft Burner Flames154 Instantaneous Second Water Temperature RegulationElectrical Connections Wiring DiagramWater Temperature Adjustment Operating the Temperature Control SystemOperating Modes and Settings Status Light CodeOperational Conditions Draining and Flushing Routine Preventative MaintenanceRemoving the Burner from the Manifold Assembly Replacement PartsRemoving the Manifold Assembly Replacing the Pilot/Igniter Flame Sensor AssemblyFilter Installation and Cleaning Cleaning the Combustion Chamber and Flame-trap External Inspection & Cleaning of the Flame-trapIgniter System Replacing the Manifold AssemblyRemoving and Replacing the Gas Control Valve/Thermostat Flame Guard Safety System Operational ChecklistBurner Flame Yellow Status Light Code Troubleshooting Table Status Light Code Troubleshooting Table Sequence of Operation Chart Repair Parts List Repair Parts IllustrationListed Parts Kits and Illustrations