Owner's Manual

OTHER PRECAUTIONS

1. This unit is only for indoor use. Avoid its exposure to rain or moisture.

2. Do not use for drinking or cooking until the water supply has been approved by local

authorities.

3. Hot water (or cold water) left in heat exchanger or piping must not be used for cooking or

drinking.

4. When using a large amount of hot water the temperature may change, even though the

temperature setting has not been changed. Special caution must be taken if two faucets are

open at the same time.

5. If the unit appears to be operating abnormally or in an emergency, turn off the unit and call

an authorized service person.

6. To avoid the use of hard water is recommended. In regions where hard water is the only

source, take advantage of a water softener or periodical maintenance of cleaning the

accumulated carbonate calcium is recommended..

7. Do not use a damaged unit. If repairs are needed, contact your dealer.

8. Keep the area around the unit, the fuel tank and the exhaust pipe clean and free of

flammable materials.

9. If you plan to be away from your home for a long period of time, shut-off the fuel valve from

the fuel tank. Press “POWER SWITCH” to “OFF” position and disconnect the power supply

cord.

10. If the unit is not used for a long period of time, the fuel tank may contain water cause by

condensation. Be sure to check all filters and strainers for this condition, clean or replace

filter elements before using the unit.

11. The use of the water heater with the temperature selector knob at “MED” or “LOW” may

cause to propagate bacteria in water. In order avoid this, turn the temperature selector knob

to “HIGH” once a week to heat the water heater and water at high temperature for

approximately one hour.

12. Before changing temperature setting, make sure that the water heater is not being used by

any of your family at any place in the house. All family members should be aware of this

“Caution.”