User Guide
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SAFETY GUIDELINES
SAFETY DEFINITION
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
DANGER
WARNING
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in minor or moderate injury.
GENERAL
1. Follow all local codes, or in the absence of local codes, follow the most recent edition of the National
Fuel Gas Code: ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 in the USA or CAN/CSA B149.1 Natural Gas, Propane Installation
Code in Canada.
2. Properly ground the water heater in accordance with all local codes or in the absence of local codes,
with the National Electrical Codes: ANSI/NFPA 70 in the USA or CSA standard C22.1 Canada Electrical
Code Part 1 in Canada.
3. Carefully plan where you intend to install the water heater. Please ensure:
• Your water heater will have enough combustible air and proper ventilation.
• Locate your heater where water leakage will not damage surrounding areas (please refer to p. 8).
4. Check the rating plate for the correct GASTYPE,GASPRESSURE,WATERPRESSUREandELECTRIC
RATING.
*If this water heater does not match your requirements, donotinstallandconsultwiththemanufac-
turer.
5. If any problem should occur, turn off all hot water taps and turn off the gas. Then call a trained
technician or the Gas Company or the manufacturer.
WARNING
• Water temperatures over 125 °F (52 °C) can cause severe burns instantly or
death from scalding. The water temperature is set at 120 °F (50 °C) from the
factory to minimize any scalding risk. Before bathing or showering always
check the water temperature.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammables, vapors, or liquids in the
vicinity of this appliance.
• Do not reverse the water and/or gas connections as this will damage the gas
valves and can cause severe injury or death. Follow the diagram on p. 22
when installing your water heater.
• Do not use this water heater if any part has been in contact with or been
immersed in water. Immediately call a licensed plumber, a licensed gas fitter,
or a professional service technician to inspect and/or service the water heater
if necessary.
• Do not disconnect the electrical supply if the ambient temperature will drop
below freezing. The Freeze Protection System only works if the water heater
has electrical power. The heat exchanger will not be covered under warranty
if it is damaged due to freezing. Refer to the section on the Freeze Protection
System on p. 40 for more information.
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