MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Water heaters are heat producing appliances. To avoid damage or injury, do not store materials against the water heater or
CIRCUMSTANCES MUST FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, SUCH AS GASOLINE OR PAINT THINNER BE USED OR STORED IN THE VICINITY OF THIS WATER HEATER,
IMPORTANT
The water heater should be inspected at a minimum annually by a qualified service technician for damaged components and/or joints not sealed. DO NOT operate this water heater if any part is found damaged or if any joint is found not sealed.
The following maintenance should be performed by a qualified service technician at the minimum periodic intervals suggested below. In some installations the maintenance interval may be more frequent depending on upon the amount of use and the operating conditions of the water heater. Regular inspection and maintenance of the water heater and
1.Annually check the operation of the thermostat.
2.The flow of combustion and ventilation air MUST NOT be restricted. Annually inspect the direct
3.Annually inspect the
4.At all times keep the water heater area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.
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