Instructions / Assembly

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Be sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before attempting to install
or operate this water heater. It may save you time and money. Pay particular attention to the
Safety Instructions. Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious bodily injury or
death. Should you have problems understanding the instructions in this manual, or have any
questions, STOP, and get help from a qualified service technician, or the local gas utility.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
Failure to install the draft hood and properly vent the water heater to the
outdoors as outlined in the Venting Section of the Installation Instructions in this
manual can result in unsafe operation of the water heater. To avoid the risk of
fire, explosion, or asphyxiation from carbon monoxide, never operate this water
heater unless it is properly vented and has an adequate air supply for proper
operation. Be sure to inspect the vent system for proper installation at initial start-
up; and at least annually thereafter. Refer to the Care and Cleaning section of this
manual for more information regarding vent system inspection.
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DANGER!
INSTALL THE DRAFT HOOD AND PROPERLY VENT
THE WATER HEATER…
Gasoline, as well as other flammable materials and liquids which include, but
are not limited to (adhesives, solvents, paint thinners etc.), and the vapors they
produce are extremely dangerous. DO NOT handle, use or store gasoline or other
flammable or combustible materials anywhere near or in the vicinity of a water
heater or any other appliance. Be sure to read and follow warning label pictured
below and other labels on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in this
manual. Failure to do so can result in property damage, bodily injury or death.
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WARNING!
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FLAMMABLES
Flammable Vapors
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Can result in serious injury or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Storage of or use of gasoline
or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance can result in serious injury or death.
W ARNING