OPERATING YOUR WATER HEATER
Operating Instructions
Read and understand these directions thoroughly before attempting to operate the water heater. Make sure the view port is not missing or damaged (See Figure 25). Make sure the tank is completely filled with water before operating the water heater. The gas control valve/ thermostat has a “On/Off Switch” and needs to be turned on before water heater is operational. Check the label on the front of heater near the gas control valve/thermostat for the correct gas. Do not use this water heater with any gas other than the one listed on the label. If you have any questions or doubts, consult your gas supplier or gas utility company.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Replace view port if glass is missing or damaged.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire.
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING
| WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or | ||
| explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury | ||
| or loss of life. |
| FLAMMABLE |
BEFORE OPERATING: 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 |
| If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the | |
an ignition device that will automatically light the |
| fire department. | |
burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand. | C. Use only your hand to push in the electronic display | ||
B. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance |
| buttons and gas control switch. Never use tools. | |
area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because |
| If the control buttons will not push in, don't try to | |
some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor. |
| repair them, call a qualified service technician. Force | |
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: |
| or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion. | |
Do not try to light any appliance. | D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been | ||
Do not touch any electric switch; |
| under water. Immediately contact a qualified | |
do not use any phone in your building. |
| installer or service agency to replace a flooded | |
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s | water heater. Do not attempt to repair the unit. | ||
phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions. |
| It must be replaced! | |
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
ON
OFF
ON/OFF
SWITCH
"GAS CONTROL"
1.STOP! Read the safety information above on the label.
2.Turn on all electrical power to the appliance.
3.Set the ON/OFF switch on the gas control to the "ON" position.
4.Set the Electronic Display to the lowest setting by first pressing the COOLER and
HOTTER 
buttons together and holding for 1 second. Then press the COOLER button to the lowest setting.
5.Set the ON/OFF switch on the gas control to the "OFF" position.
6.This appliance is equipped with a device which automatically lights the burner.
DO NOT TRY TO LIGHT THE BURNER BY HAND.
7. Wait five (5) minutes to | clear out any gas. |
If you then smell gas, | STOP! Follow "B" in |
the safety information above on this label. If you don't smell gas, go to the next step.
"ELECTRONIC DISPLAY"
8.Set the ON/OFF switch on the gas control to the "ON" postition.
9.Set the Electronic Display to the desired setting by first
pressing the COOLER 
and HOTTER 
but- tons together and holding for 1 second. Then press
the HOTTER 
button until the desired setting is reached.
DANGER: Hotter water increases the risk scald injury. Consult the instruction manual before changing temperature.
10.If the appliance will not operate, follow the instruc- tions "TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE" and call your technician or gas supplier.
WARNING: TURN OFF ALL ELECTRIC POWER BEFORE SERVICING.
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
1. Set the Electronic Display to the lowest setting by first
pressing the COOLER and HOTTER but- tons together and holding for 1 second. Then press
the COOLER 
button to the lowest setting.
2.Set the ON/OFF switch on the gas control to the "OFF" postition.
3.Turn off all electrical power to the appliance if service is to be performed.
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