INSTALLING THE NEW WATER HEATER (cont’d.)

INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

BEFORE LIGHTING THE PILOT:

1.Check the gas line for leaks.

a.Use a soapy water solution. DO NOT test for gas leaks using a match or open flame.

b.Brush the soapy water solution on all gas pipes, joints and fittings.

c.Check for bubbling soap. This means you have a leak. Turn “OFF” gas and make the necessary repairs.

d.Recheck for leaks.

e.Rinse off soapy solution and wipe dry.

2.Is this new temperature-pressure relief valve properly installed and piped to an adequate drain? See “Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve” section.

3.Are the cold and hot water lines connected to the water heater correctly? See “Water Piping” instructions in the “Installing the New Water Heater” section.

4.Is the water heater completely filled with water? See “Filing the Water Heater” instructions in the “Installing the New Water Heater” section.

5.Will a water leak damage anything? See the “Locating the New Water Heater” section.

6.Is there proper clearance between the water heater and anything that might catch fire? See the “Locating the New Water Heater” section.

7.Do you have adequate ventilation so that the water heater will operate properly? See “CombustionAir and Ventilation” in the “Locating the New Water Heater” section.

8.Is the vent piping properly secured? See “Venting” instructions in the “Installing the New Water Heater section.

9.Is there proper clearance between the vent pipe and anything that might catch fire? See “Venting” instructions in the “Installing the New Water Heater” section.

10.Is the vent pipe properly sloped and does the vent terminate outdoors? See “Venting” instructions in the “Installing the New Water Heater” section.

11.Do you need to call your gas company to check the gas pipe and its hookup?

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State Industries Green Choice instruction manual Installation Checklist, Before Lighting the Pilot

Green Choice specifications

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