Coleman 2300 Series manual Contents, General Safety Information

Contents

General Safety Information	2-3	Maintenance	8
System Overview	3	Troubleshooting Guide	9
Before You Go	4	Service	9
To Set Up	4-6	Replacement Parts	10
Use and Operation	6-7	Warranty Information	11
Helpful Hints	8	Accessories	12
Storage	8

General Safety Information

This manual contains important information about the assembly, operation and maintenance of this water heater. General safety information is pre- sented in these first few pages and is also located throughout the manual. Particular attention should be paid to information accompanied by the safety alert symbol “DANGER”, “WARNING”, “CAUTION”.

Keep this manual for future reference and to educate new users of this product. This manual should be read in conjunction with the labeling on the product.

Safety precautions are essential when any mechanical or propane fueled equipment is involved. These precautions are necessary when using, storing, and servicing. Using this equipment with the respect and caution demanded will reduce the possibilities of personal injury or property damage.

The symbols shown below are used throughout this manual. Always heed these precautions, as they are essential when using any mechanical or propane fueled equipment.

DANGER

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate personal injury, or property damage.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you smell gas:

1.Do not attempt to light appliance.

2.Extinguish any open flame.

3.Disconnect from fuel supply.

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General Safety Information cont.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:

WARNING: This fuel, and byproducts of combustion of this fuel, contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

DANGER

•CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD

•This appliance can produce carbon monoxide which has no odor.

•Using it in an enclosed space can kill you.

•Never use this appliance in an enclosed space such as a camper, tent, car or home.

DANGER

•EXPLOSION - FIRE HAZARD

•Never store propane near high heat, open flames, pilot lights, direct sunlight, other ignition sources or where temperatures exceed 120 degrees F (49°C).

•Propane is heavier than air and can accumulate in low places. If you smell gas, leave the area immediately.

•Never install or remove propane tank while heater is operating, near flame, pilot lights, other ignition sources or while heater is hot to touch.

•During operation, this product can be a source of ignition. Never use the heater in spaces that contain or may contain volatile or air- borne combustibles, or products such as gasoline, solvents, paint thinner, dust particles or unknown chemicals. Minimum clearances from combustible materials: 12 inches from the sides & 48 inches from the top.

•Provide adequate clearances around air openings into the product.

DANGER

Failure to comply with the precautions and instructions provided with this product can result in death, serious bodily injury and property loss or dam- age from hazards of fire, explosion, burn, asphyxiation, and/or carbon monoxide poisoning.

Only persons who can understand and follow the instructions should use or service this product.

If you need assistance or information such as an instruction manual or labels, contact The Coleman Company, Inc.