Consumer Information
This water heater should be installed in accordance with the local code authority having jurisdiction, the power company or electric utility, and this installation manual. In the absence of local code requirements, follow the regulations set forth in the latest edition of the National Electric Code, NFPA 70. This is available from the following:
National Fire Protection Agency
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
American National Standards Institute
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
Check your phone listings for the local authorities having jurisdiction over your installation.
Consumer Responsibilities
This manual has been prepared to acquaint you with the installation, operation, and maintenance of your gas water heater and provide important safety information in these areas.
Read all of the instructions thoroughly before attempting the installation or operation of this water heater.
Do not discard this manual. You or future users of this water heater will need it for future reference.
Service to this water heater should only be performed by a qualified service technician.
Examples of qualified service technicians include: those trained in the plumbing and heating industry, local electrical utility personnel, or an authorized service person.
The manufacturer and seller of this water heater will not be liable for any damages, injuries, or deaths caused by failure to comply with the installation and operating instructions outlined in this manual.
If you lack the necessary skills required to properly install this water heater or you have difficulty following the instructions, you should not proceed but have a qualified service technician perform the installation of this water heater. Massachusetts code requires this water heater to be installed in accordance with Massachusetts Plumbing and Fuel Gas Code 248 CMR section 2.00 and 5.00.
A data plate identifying your water heater can be found adjacent to the element door. When referring to your water heater always have the information listed on the data plate readily available.
Retain your original receipt as proof of purchase.
Unpacking the Water Heater
Removing Packaging Materials
Important: Do not remove any permanent instructions, labels, or the data label from outside of the water heater or on the inside of panels.
!Remove exterior packaging and place installation components aside.
!Do not remove the envelope bag containing the water heater literature from the side of the water heater.
!Inspect all parts for damage prior to installation and
!Completely read all instructions before attempting to assemble and install this product.
!Replace this manual inside the envelope bag when installation is complete.
!After installation, dispose of packaging material in the proper manner.
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