Install Instructions

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GENERAL SAFETY
Installation: Do not install the water heater where flammable
products will be stored or used.
Vapors from flammable
liquids may explode and
catch fire causing death or
severe burns.
Do not use or store
flammable products such as
gasoline, solvents or adhe-
sives in the same room or
area near the water heater.
Keep flammable products:
1. far away from heater,
2. in approved containers,
3. tightly closed and
4. out of children's reach.
Water heater has a main
burner and hot surface igniter.
The hot surface igniter:
1. can be triggered at any
time and
2. the hot surface will ignite
flammable vapors.
Vapors:
1. cannot be seen,
2. are heavier than air,
3. go a long way on the floor
and
4. can be carried from other
rooms to the the
electodes by air currents.
Flammable Vapors
FLAMMBLE
DANGER
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or death.
Always read and understand instruction manual.
• Install vent system in accordance with codes.
• Do not operate water heater if flood damaged.
• For operation above 10,100’ (3,079 m), a high
altitude orifice must be installed.
• Do not operate if soot buildup is present.
• Do not obstruct water heater air intake with
insulating jacket.
• Do not obstruct blower air intake.
• Do not place chemical vapor emitting products
near water heater.
• Gas and carbon monoxide detectors are
available.
• No vent damper installation is compatible with
this power vented water heater.
Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas
WARNING