Water Heater Installation Manual

6 Page
GENERAL
1. Follow all local codes, or in the absence of local codes, follow the current edition of the National Fuel Gas
Code: ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 in the USA.
2. Properly ground the unit in accordance with all local codes or in the absence of local codes, with the
National Electrical Codes: ANSI/NFPA 70.
3. Carefully plan where you intend to install the water heater. Please ensure:
• Your water heater will have enough combustion air and proper ventilation.
• Locate your heater where water leakage will not damage surrounding areas. (Please refer to page 8.)
4. Check the rating plate for the correct GAS TYPE, GAS PRESSURE, WATER PRESSURE and ELECTRIC RATING.
• If this unit does not match your requirements, do not install and consult with the manufacturer.
5. If any problem should occur, turn off all hot water taps and turn off the gas. Then call a trained
technician, the gas company, or the manufacturer.
Safety Guidelines
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SAFETY GUIDELINES
SAFETY DEFINITION
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.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
DANGER
Indicates information considered important but not hazard related.
NOTICE
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.
• To reduce the risk of scalding, install Thermostatic Mixing Valves (temperature limiting valves)
at each point of use.
• 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 page 32 when installing your water
heater.
• Should overheating occur or the gas supply fails to shut off, turn off the manual gas control
valve to the appliance.
• Do not use this appliance if any part has been in contact with or been immersed in water.
Immediately call a qualified installer or service agency to replace a flooded water heater. Do
not attempt to repair the unit. It must be replaced.
• Do not disconnect the electrical supply if the ambient temperature will drop below freezing.
The Freeze Protection System only works if the unit has electrical power. The warranty will
not be covered if the heat exchanger is damaged due to freezing. Refer to the sections on
the Freeze Protection System on page 48 and on Unit Draining & Power Outage (Freeze
protection) on page 50 for more information.
• Failure to observe these warnings could result in severe personal injury or death.