Operating
Lighting
Instructions_WARNING
BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (L.R) GAS WATER
HEATERS]: Propane (LR) gasisheavier than air.Should there
be a leak in the system, the gas wil! settle near the ground.
Basements, crawl spaces, skirted areas under mobile homes
(evenwhen ventilated),closetsand areas below ground levelwill
serve as pockets for the accumulation ofthis gas. Before
attempting to lightor relight the water heater'spilot or turning
ona nearby electricallight switch, be absolutely surethere is no
accumulatedgas in the are_ Searchfor odor ofgasby sniffingat
groundlevel in the vicinity of theappliance. If odor is detected,
followsteps indicated at "For Your Safety" on the coverpage of
thismanual then leave the premises.
Lighting and operating instructions arelocated on front of the
water heater, above or to one sideof the gas control valve.
AWARNING
AN ODORANT ISADDED TO THE GAS USED
BYTHIS WATER HEATER.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
tFYOU SHELL GAS:
io not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch anyelectrical switch; do not use any phone in
your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone.
Follow the gas suppliers instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire depart-
ment.
_, WARNING
DO NOT force the gas control knob. Use only your hand to
pushit down to light the pilot, or to turn it to "ON", "OFF"
or "PILOT". Never use a tool such as a lever, wrench or pli-
ers. Do not hit or damage the knob. A damaged knob may
result in an explosion and serious injury. If you have problem
turning the knob,call the gassupplier immediately.
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CHECK FOR LEAKS
Be sure to check all your gas pipes for leaks before lighting your
water heater. Use a soapy water solution, not a match or open
flame. Check the factory gas fittings after pilot is lit and gas con-
trol knob is still in "PILOT" position. Then, check the fittings
when the main burner is turned "ON". Use a soapy water solu-
tion for this, too.
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