Readandunderstandinstruction manualandsafetymessages beforeinstalling,operatingor servicingthiswaterheater.
Failuretofollowinstructionsand safetymessagescouldresultin deathorseriousinjury.
Instructionmanualmustremain withwaterheater.
Improper installation and use may result in property damage.
•Do not operate water heater if flood damaged.
•Inspect and replace the anodeas needed.
•Install in location with drainage.
•Fill tank with water before operation.
•Be alert for thermal expansion.
Refer to instruction manual for installation and service.
Explosion Hazard
•Overheated water can cause watertank explosion.
•Properly sized temperature and pressure relief valve must
be installed in opening provided.
• Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater, make sure the electrical
supply to the water heater is turned "OFF".
• Failure to do this could result in
death, serious bodily injury, or property damage.
Water temperature over 125°F (52°C) can cause severe burns
instantly resulting in severe injury or death.
Children, the elderly, and the physically or mentally disabled are at highest riskfor scald injury.
Feel water before bathing or showering.
Temperature limiting valves are available.
Read instruction manual for safe temperature setting.
Fire Hazard / Electric Shock Hazard
voltage other than shown on the model rating plate.
•Failure to use the correct voltage shown
on the model rating plate could result in
_i_• Do not use this water heater with any death, serious bodily injury, or property
damage.
