General Safety
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Refer to this manual for assis- tance or call the manufacturer whose name appears on the rating plate for further information.
WARNING
At the time of manufacture this water heater was provided with a combination
The valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure not to exceed the marked hydrostatic working pressure of the water heater (150 lbs. p.s.i.) and a discharge capacity not less than the water heater input rate as shown on the model rating plate. (Electric heaters - watts divided by 1000 x 3412 equal BTU/Hr. rate.)
Your local jurisdictional authority, while mandating the use of a
Compliance with such local requirements must be satisfied by the installer or end user of the water heater with a locally pre- scribed
For safe operation of the water heater, the relief valve must not be removed from it’s designated opening or plugged.
The
No valve or other obstruction is to be placed between the relief valve and the tank. Do not connect tubing directly to dis- charge drain unless a 6″ air gap is provided. To prevent bodily injury, hazard to life, or property damage, the relief valve must be allowed to discharge water in quantities should circum- stances demand. If the discharge pipe is not connected to a drain or other suitable means, the water flow may cause prop- erty damage.
The Discharge Pipe:
—Must not be smaller in size than the outlet pipe size of the valve, or have any reducing couplings or other restrictions.
—Must not be plugged or blocked.
—Must be of material listed for hot water distribution.
—Must be installed so as to allow complete drainage of both the
—Must terminate at an adequate drain.
—Must not have any valve between the relief valve and tank.
WARNING
This water heater has been factory equipped to operate with the type gas indicated in the “EQUIPPED FOR” area of the rat- ing plate located near the gas control valve. The indicated gas may be either Natural or Propane (L.P.). By following the con- version instructions in this manual or the instructions near the gas control valve, the water heater must be converted if it is to be used with the opposite gas. DO NOT USE THIS WATER HEATER WITH ANY GAS OTHER THAN THE ONE LISTED ON THE MODEL RATING PLATE. Failure to use the correct gas can cause problems which can result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. If you have any questions or doubts consult your gas supplier or gas company.
WARNING
A fire can start if combustible materials such as clothing, cleaning materials, or flammable liquids are placed against or next to the water heater.
WARNING
INSTALLATIONS IN AREAS WHERE FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS (VAPORS) ARE LIKELY TO BE PRESENT OR STORED (GARAGES, STORAGE, AND UTILITY AREAS, ETC): Flammable liquids (such as gasoline, solvents, propane (LP) or butane, etc.), all of which emit flammable vapors, may be improperly stored or used in such areas. The gas water heater pilot light or main burner can ignite such vapors. The resulting flashback and fire can cause death or serious burns to anyone in the area, as well as property damage.
If installation in such areas is your only option, then the installa- tion must be accomplished in a way that the pilot flame and main burner flame are elevated from the floor at least 18 inches. While this may reduce the chances of flammable vapors from a floor spill being ignited, gasoline and other flammable substances should never be stored or used in the same room or area containing a gas water heater or other open flame or spark producing appliance.
NOTE: Flammable vapors may be drawn by air currents from other areas of the structure to the appliance.
WARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to pro- duce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will satisfy clothes washing, dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and permanently injure you upon contact. Some people are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than others. These include the elderly, children, the infirm, or physically/men- tally handicapped. If anyone using hot water in your home fits into one of these groups or if there is a local code or state law requiring a certain temperature water at the hot water tap, then you must take special precautions. In addition to using the lowest possible temperature setting that satisfies your hot water needs, some type of tempering device, such as a mixing valve, should be used at the hot water taps used by these people or at the water heater. Mixing valves are available at plumbing supply or hard- ware stores. Follow manufacturers instructions for installation of the valves. Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the “Temperature Regulation” section in this manual.
WARNING
BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (L.P.) GAS WATER HEATERS]: Propane (L.P.) gas is heavier than air. Should there be a leak in the system, the gas will settle near the ground. Basements, crawl spaces, skirted areas under manufactured homes (even when ventilated), closets and areas below ground level will serve as pockets for the accumulation of this gas. Before attempting to light or relight the water heater’s pilot or turning on a nearby electrical light switch, be absolutely sure there is no accumulated gas in the area. Search for odor of gas by sniffing at ground level in the vicinity of the appli- ance. If odor is detected, follow steps indicated at “For Your Safety”
2on the cover page of this manual then leave the premises.
