Instructions / Assembly
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WHL-003 REV. 7.14.14
CUSTOMER INSTALLATION RECORD FORM ..................................................................................................................................................... 21
Residential Limited Warranty .................................................................................................................................................................................. 22
PART 1 – GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
A. PRECAUTIONS
This water heater is approved for indoor installations only. Clearance to combustible materials: 0” top, bottom, sides and back. Heater
must have room for service: 24” front, 6” from top of tank, and 6” sides are minimum recommended service clearances. (A combustible
door or removable panel is acceptable front clearance.) This water heater has been approved for closet installation, and installation on
combustible flooring. Do not install this water heater directly on carpeting.
INSTALLER – Read all instructions in this manual before installing. Perform steps in the order given.
USER – This manual is for use only by a qualified heating installer/service technician. Have this water heater serviced/inspected by a
qualified service technician annually.
FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE GUIDELINES ON THIS PAGE AND HAVE THIS WATER HEATER SERVICED/INSPECTED
ANNUALLY CAN RESULT IN SUBSTANTIAL PROPERTY DAMAGE, SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
NOTE: When inquiring about service or troubleshooting, reference the model and serial numbers from the water heater rating label.
NOTE: If the heater is exposed to the following, do not operate until all corrective steps have been made by a qualified serviceman:
FIRE
DAMAGE
WATER
Any claims for damage or shortage in shipment must be filed immediately against the transportation company by the consignee.
DO NOT USE THIS WATER HEATER IF ANY PART HAS BEEN SUBMERGED IN WATER. Immediately call a qualified service
technician. The water heater MUST BE replaced if it has been submerged. Attempting to operate a water heater that has been
submerged could create numerous harmful conditions, such as a potential gas leakage causing a fire and/or explosion, or the release
of mold, bacteria, or other harmful particulates into the air. Operating a previously submerged water heater could result in property
damage, severe personal injury, or death.
NOTE: Water heater damage due to flood or submersion is considered an Act of God, and IS NOT covered under product warranty.
Be sure to disconnect electrical power before performing service. Failure to do so could result in an electrical shock, property damage,
serious personal injury, or death.
This water heater is not designed or intended for use in space heating applications. Failure of a water heater due to unapproved use IS
NOT covered by the warranty.
High heat sources (sources generating heat 100
o
F / 37
o
C or greater, such as stove pipes, space heaters, etc.) may damage plastic
components of the water heater as well as plastic vent pipe materials. Such damages ARE NOT covered by warranty. It is
recommended to keep a minimum clearance of 8” from high heat sources. Observe heat source manufacturer instructions, as well as
local, state, provincial, and national codes, laws, regulations and ordinances when installing this water heater and related components
near high heat sources.
B. WHEN SERVICING THE WATER HEATING SYSTEM
To avoid electric shock, disconnect electrical supply before performing maintenance.
To avoid severe burns, allow heater to cool before servicing.