LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
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BEFORE LIGHTING: ENTIRE SYSTEM MUST BE FILLED WITH WATER AND AIR PURGED FROM ALL LINES
A. This appliance does not have a pilot. It is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. Do NOT try to light the burner by hand.
B. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
•Do not try to light any appliance.
•Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any phone in your building.
•Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
•If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
C.Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately contact a qualified installer or service agency to replace a flooded water heater. Do not attempt to repair the unit! It must be replaced!
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1.STOP! Read the safety information above on this label.
2.Ensure tank is filled with water and the gas line is connected.
3.This appliance is equipped with a device which automatically lights the burner. DO NOT TRY TO LIGHT THE BURNER BY HAND.
4.Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. If you smell
gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the safety
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5. Turn on all electrical power to the appliance.
6.If the green light above the
7.Set the display to the desired setting. CAUTION: Hotter water increases the risk of scald injury. Consult the instruction manual before changing temperature.
8.If the appliance will not operate, follow the instructions “TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE” and call your technician or gas supplier.
DANGER: Hotter water increases the risk of scald injury. Consult the instruction manual before changing temperature.
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
1.Set the thermostat to the lowest setting.
2.Set the ON/OFF switch on the control panel to the “OFF” position.
3.Turn off all electrical power to the appliance if service is to be performed.
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