Installation & Operation Manual
Please read before proceeding
WARNING
Installer – Read all instructions, including this manual and the Armor Water Heater Service Manual, before installing. Perform steps in the order given.
Have this water heater serviced/inspected by a qualified service technician, at least annually.
When servicing the water heater –
•To avoid electric shock, disconnect electrical supply before performing maintenance.
•To avoid severe burns, allow the water heater to cool before performing maintenance.
Failure to comply with the above could result in severe personal injury, death or substantial property damage.
NOTICE | When calling or writing about the water | |
heater – Please have the water heater | ||
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| model and serial number from the water | |
| heater rating plate. | |
| Consider piping and installation when | |
| determining water heater location. | |
| Any claims for damage or shortage in | |
| shipment must be filed immediately | |
| against the transportation company by the | |
| consignee. |
Factory warranty (shipped with unit) does not apply to units improperly installed or improperly operated.
WARNING Failure to adhere to the guidelines on this page can result in severe personal injury,
death, or substantial property damage.
WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
--This water heater MUST NOT be installed in any location where gasoline or flammable vapors are likely to be present.
--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 near by phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
•If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
•Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
Water heater operation –
•Do not block flow of combustion or ventilation air to the water heater.
•Should overheating occur or gas supply fail to shut off, do not turn off or disconnect electrical supply to circulator. Instead, shut off the gas supply at a location external to the appliance.
•Do not use this water heater if any part has been under water. The possible damage to a flooded appliance can be extensive and present numerous safety hazards. Any appliance that has been under water must be replaced.
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